Subscription sampling - helping to connect the consumer to the brand

29-Feb-2012 - Subscription sampling companies are said to be a new trend that better connects the consumer to the brand, enabling the sampler to find what product really works for them while...

Celebrities ‘open doors’ in a competitive fragrance market, says Bruce Willis fragrance maker

29-Feb-2012 - Westphalia-based cosmetics manufacturer LR Health & Beauty Systems claims that celebrities serve as ‘door openers’ that increase profits and create positive associations with the brand, on the back of its...

Symrise further invests in emerging markets

28-Feb-2012 - In a bid to extend its position in emerging markets, Symrise has recently finalized two acquisitions, the Brazilian activities of fragrance manufacturer Belmay and natural perfume oil company, Trilogy Fragrances.

Celebrities ‘open doors’ in a competitive fragrance market, says Bruce Willis fragrance maker

28-Feb-2012 - Westphalia-based cosmetics manufacturer LR Health & Beauty Systems claims that celebrities serve as ‘door openers’ that increase profits and create positive associations with the brand, on the back of its...

BASF launches anti aging active from botanical plant leaves

27-Feb-2012 - BASF’s beauty care division has launched a new anti-aging active, derived from botanical plant leaves that the company says will protect the skin’s collagen, aiding firmness as well as maintaining...

Social media holds the key for customer interaction says L’Oréal

24-Feb-2012 - Cosmetics giant L’Oréal has identified social media as the final piece in the ‘digital revolution’ puzzle, opening up new opportunities for interaction between its brand and consumers.

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CEO and Cosmetic EVP at Henkel awarded contract extensions

24-Feb-2012 - Consumer goods manufacturer Henkel has extended the contract of CEO Kasper Rorsted for a further five years as it looks to continue its on-going development.

New animal testing alternative recommended over current method in US

23-Feb-2012 - The Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods has recommended a new non-animal testing method to identify estrogen agonist and antagonist activity that it says; “provides a number...

PCPC defends FDA study of lead found in lipsticks

23-Feb-2012 - The Personal Care Products Council has spoken out in defence of the FDA study into the levels of lead found in lipstick, reinforcing the view that there are ‘no safety...

Eurozone crisis has taken its toll on beauty packaging says MWV

22-Feb-2012 - The unstable economic environment, particularly in Europe, has taken its toll on the consumer packaging business, with beauty packaging being one of the worst hit, according to global packaging supplier...

China SFDA proposes first in vitro method for cosmetic phototoxicity

21-Feb-2012 - The China State Food and Drug Administration have issued a draft proposal for an alternative method to animal experiments when testing cosmetic ingredients for acute phototoxic effects on the skin.

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L’Oréal identifies eCommerce as critical to its digital revolution

21-Feb-2012 - French cosmetics maker L’Oréal has singled out online selling as a key area for growth in 2012 following a boost in internet business in the last year.

US sales down as Q4 profits plummet at Revlon

20-Feb-2012 - Cosmetic manufacturer Revlon saw its fourth quarter and full year profits plummet as it saw sales dry up in the US and Europe, with China as its only saving grace.

Proposed budget calls for cosmetic manufacturers to pay annual fee to the FDA

20-Feb-2012 - In a budget proposal set for the 1st October 2012 to 30 September 2013, the US Food and Drugs Administration have proposed new legislation for domestic and foreign cosmetic manufacturers...

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L’Oréal chief to hand back stock-options

20-Feb-2012 - L’Oréal CEO Jean-Paul Agon has announced that he will hand back half the stock-options he received in 2010 and that the French firm will stop using them altogether.

Cosmetics Compact

Cosmetics Compact: P&G, Unilever, Estée Lauder, Avon, science and more...

17-Feb-2012 - Welcome to the Cosmetics Design Compact, brushing up on the latest industry news – in miniature.

L’Oréal eyes digital media to connect closer to consumers

17-Feb-2012 - Cosmetics giant L’Oréal is ramping up its presence in digital media in order to develop closer consumer relationships, following a strong performance in 2011.

Is Avon in trouble? Decisions deferred and job cuts planned as Q4 results dip

16-Feb-2012 - Amidst poor financial results and allegations of bribery, cosmetics company Avon is deferring strategic decisions, focusing on the short term and planning job cuts as it enters a transition period,...

Halal cosmetics proves to be a market trend in the US

16-Feb-2012 - Following the first international conference in 2010 on the emerging global Halal cosmetics and toiletries sector, big players like Bare Minerals have started to introduce all natural ingredient products to...

Avon remains tight-lipped as evidence is presented at ongoing bribery investigation

15-Feb-2012 - Global cosmetics firm Avon remains tight-lipped as federal prosecutors investigating whether U.S. executives at the company broke foreign-bribery laws present evidence in the probe to a grand jury.

Fenchem develops new formula from flower extracts for damaged skin

15-Feb-2012 - The cosmetic division at Fenchem has launched ‘Wound Healing Essence’, a new active formula from flower extracts that is said to be extremely effective on the treatment of wounds, sunburn...

SCS New York to explore industry’s environmental impact with focus on formulation and packaging

15-Feb-2012 - Organic Monitor will look to delve deeper into the environmental impact of the cosmetics industry with a focus on green formulation and sustainable packaging at its next Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.

News in brief

Campaign contest aimed at highlighting lead levels in lipstick

15-Feb-2012 - The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics is launching a contest aimed at highlighting the levels of lead used in lipstick following the release of an FDA study on the area.

Emerging market demand drives revenue growth for L’Oréal

15-Feb-2012 - Cosmetics giant L’Oréal is eyeing emerging markets to increase revenue and profits in 2012 following the announcement of strong 2011 results.

Big opportunity in men’s skin care, but first attitudes must be changed

14-Feb-2012 - Facial skin care products for men could hold huge rewards and drive the male grooming market according to market analyst NPD, but first firms must attempt to change men’s attitudes...

Bulldog taps into men’s facial skin care trend with natural eye roll-on

14-Feb-2012 - As the men’s skin care market picks up pace, men’s grooming brand Bulldog is introducing its new Eye Roll-On product in the UK following its successful launch in Sweden....

Beauty manufacturers cashing in on tween demand for make up

13-Feb-2012 - Beauty manufacturers are eyeing an opportunity in the tween and teen make up market, as young girls make more of an effort to look more mature.

News in brief

Cosmetic regulator authorizes JRC/ PCPC report on nanomaterials

13-Feb-2012 - The International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulators' (ICCR) has directed the European Commission Joint Research Centre (JRC) and the US Personal Care Products Council in publishing a report on nanomaterials characterization...

FDA to continue evaluation of lead levels in lipsticks as pressure over safety concerns mounts

13-Feb-2012 - The US Food and Drug Administration will continue to evaluate the levels of lead found in lipsticks to ensure it protects the health of consumers.

When skin care met grooming: P&G brands join forces to create moisturizing female razor

13-Feb-2012 - Olay has expanded into new territory following the decision to team up with Gillette Venus and will produce the skin conditioning bars for the new product designed to moisturize the...

New fragrance launch boosts Elizabeth Arden but White Diamonds still the master

10-Feb-2012 - A combination of a successful new launch and the continued strong performance of an old favorite helped Elizabeth Arden outperform the prestige fragrance market in what has generally been seen...

Estee Lauder brands target customer experience with Apple makeover

09-Feb-2012 - Cosmetic brands Clinique and Bobbi Brown have received an in-store makeover implementing Apple’s iPad products, as Estee Lauder looks to improve on its presence in department stores and enhance the...

Personal Care and emerging markets to remain priority for Unilever following Q4 results

09-Feb-2012 - On the back of its fourth quarter 2011 results announcement last week, Unilever CFO Jean-Marc Huet has reiterated that the Personal Care business and emerging market push that helped boost...

Cost-cutting exercise sees P&G eliminate 1,600 jobs

08-Feb-2012 - Following the announcement of its second quarter results and the decision to moderate its advertising spend, Procter and Gamble has revealed it will get rid of 1,600 jobs in a...

Pack Peek

Pack Peek: Take a look at the latest cosmetics packaging highlights

08-Feb-2012 - This gallery takes a look at some of the news and highlights in personal care packaging, focusing on what is trending, and how cosmetic firms are kitting out their latest...

People on the move

People on the move: cosmetics jobs

08-Feb-2012 - Cosmetics Design presents it latest round up of the movers and shakers in the cosmetics industry, including appointments at Estée Lauder, Kao and Hallstar.

Unilever CEO points to Alberto Culver integration as catalyst for US hair care success

07-Feb-2012 - Following strong fourth quarter results buoyed by a healthy performance in Personal Care, Unilever CEO Paul Polman has revealed his delight at the company’s position in in the US hair...

The 8th edition of PCD opens its doors tomorrow

07-Feb-2012 - The 8th edition of PCD dedicated to packaging innovation for perfumes and cosmetics kicks off tomorrow, the 8th of February for a two day exhibition in Paris.

Emerging markets and holiday sales aid Estee Lauder results boost

06-Feb-2012 - Estee Lauder was buoyed by a double-digit increase in second quarter earnings thanks to an unexpected boost from holiday sales and strong growth in emerging markets.

Scientist defies past research with agent that enhances elasticity

06-Feb-2012 - Scientist, Dr. Burt Ensley has developed Prolastil, a formulation that features active ingredient tropoelastin, a natural precursor to human elastin that confers strength and elasticity to the skin.

P&G to go digital in attempt to cut multi-billion dollar ad costs

03-Feb-2012 - On the back of indifferent second quarter results Procter and Gamble has announced it will revise its multi-billion dollar annual advertising spend, and will use Facebook and Google to become...

Antimicrobial peptides in frogs are found to help problem skin conditions

02-Feb-2012 - Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have found more than 700 antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) in nine Chinese odorous frogs that can help in soothing problem skin conditions.

Elizabeth Arden results defy downward market trend

02-Feb-2012 - Elizabeth Arden’s second quarter results go against the trend in an otherwise troubled quarter, as sales and net profit show significant gains.

A new method that uses nanotechnology to increase solubility will benefit the industry, says expert

01-Feb-2012 - A new method for increasing solubility, developed by a researcher at the University of Jerusalem, has yielded promising benefits as its process leads to a significant increase in solubility and...

Skin care and fragrance boosts US prestige beauty sales

01-Feb-2012 - A good year for both skin care and fragrance sales helped the total US prestige beauty industry post improved growth on last term, according to figures from the NPD Group.