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31-Mar-2008

PCPC lambasts EWG allegations over sunscreens

The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has this week hit back at the Environmental Working Group (EWG) over allegations it made over the sunscreen ingredient Oxybenzone.

Yahoo launches website for women

Yahoo has launched a website aimed at women featuring articles on everything from beauty to parenting in a bid to attract advertising from leading consumer goods manufacturers.

Cyanotech focuses on human market for astaxanthin

Microalgae company Cyanotech will focus on marketing its antioxidant BioAstin for the human cosmeceutical, nutraceutical and nutritional supplement markets.

28-Mar-2008

Unilever identifies personal care as priority

Unilever has identified personal care as a priority area in the creation of future sales growth and the protection of profits from increasing raw material costs.

New anti-aging beauty-from-within ingredient hits US market

US firm NutraGenesis has combined two of its ayurvedic extracts in a new 'beauty-from within' dietary supplement ingredient, which the company says can help rejuvenate the skin and reduce signs of ageing.

27-Mar-2008

Dow Reichhold develops multifunctional polymers

Dow Reichhold Speciality Latex has developed a range of emulsion-based polymers that promise to help formulators in the context of high raw material prices thanks to their multiple attributes.

Hallstar launches multifunctional sun protection ingredient

Hallstar has unveiled a new multifunctional sunscreen ingredient that combines silicone and a photostabilizer to provide what is claimed to be enhanced UVA and UVB protection.

Ales sheds brands as profits slide

France-based Ales Group has reported falling profits as its CEO resigns and the firm discontinues unprofitable brands while laying plans to open new subsidiaries.

Kalina posts high growth figures and signs P&G deal

Russian-based cosmetics firm Kalina has taken advantage of the growth in its domestic market reporting high sales and profit growth for 2007.

Carotech patents hair regrowth formula

New Jersey-based nutraceuticals player Carotech says it has patented a hair regrowth formula for treatment of pattern baldness based on tocotrienol complex.

26-Mar-2008

Reduced costs boost profits for United-Guardian

Ingredients supplier United-Guardian says that a successful cost restructuring exercise and increased revenues from personal care has had a positive impact on profits, helping to boost the figures for 2007 by nearly 30 percent.

Respected panel finds link between hair dye and cancer

Hairdressers are at greater risk of developing bladder cancer because of the chemicals present in the hair dyes they use daily, claims research published in The Lancet Oncology.

Colipa's general assembly will focus on research issues

Research, innovation and regulatory issues will be high on the conference agenda at Colipa's general assembly this year.

P&G buys luxury hair care brand Frederic Fekkai

Procter & Gamble has acquired hair care brand Frederic Fekkai in an effort to ensure continued sales and profit growth despite the faltering US economy.

EWG campaign highlights study on sunscreen ingredient

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is highlighting a study conducted by the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) alleging risks associated with the sunsceen ingredient oxybenzone.

25-Mar-2008

Investment firm sells controlling stake in Ranir to Kayak

Private equity firm Linden has sold a controlling stake in oral care player Ranir to another investment firm, Kayak.

Alpha Packaging buys up decorative expert

Leading cosmetics and personal care packager Alpha Packaging has bought up Minnesota-based Technigraph in a deal that will expand its capabilities in the decorating of bottles and jars.

Shiseido builds subsidiary in booming Vietnam

Japan-based Shiseido is establishing a manufacturing subsidiary in booming Vietnam to offset stagnant domestic sales.

FDA attacked over alleged dangers of talcum powder

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has come under fire from the Cancer Prevention Coalition for failing to react to evidence of the dangers of talcum powder.

Consumer pressure leads manufacturers to clean up their act

The consumer quest for truly natural and organic personal care products is having a knock-on effect on manufacturers, pushing the boundaries involved in ethical and sustainable production.

20-Mar-2008

Cognis focuses on green and beauty food trends

Cognis will draw manufacturers' attention to its green and beauty food ingredients at upcoming trade shows and unveil its latest innovations.

Kalologie Skincare appoints pharma executive to the board

California-based Kalologie Skincare has announced the appointment of ex-Allergan vice president Niv Edward Caviar to its board of directors.

CSI/Cosmolab seals green packaging partnership

Cosmetics packaging firm CSI/Cosmolab has teamed up with material supplier Cereplast to develop environmentally friendly double-walled jars and closures from bio-plastics.

Tom's of Maine unveils new natural-based oral care formula

Naturals oral care player Tom's of Maine is launching a series of new toothpaste formulas that feature its new formula, comprising natural-based active ingredients.

Color change technology creates interactive cosmetics

Biotechnology firm Beacon Sciences has created a business unit that will specialize in technologies that change the color of personal care products.

19-Mar-2008

Creams may be better than serums for long term moisturising

The long term moisturising effects of cosmetic formulations may be more effective if applied in a cream rather than a serum format, according to scientists.

NaturalNano receives funding boost for fragrance

NaturalNano has received funding from an undisclosed consumer goods company for the development of nanotubes that release fragrance slowly.

Sephora plans to open distribution centre in Utah

Cosmetics company Sephora plans to open a distribution centre in Utah to reduce transportation costs as oil prices put pressure on margins.

Latest US skin care launches highlight functionality

New skin care products launched in the US show that manufacturers are developing increasingly complex and functional formulations that cater to niche issues relating to well-being.

Thierry Mugler Parfums teams up with crystal specialist

France-based Thierry Mugler Parfums has signed a licensing agreement with crystal specialist Swarovski to create a beauty line - a move that aims to bring about premium positioning through the incorporation of quality packaging.

18-Mar-2008

FDA plans wider foreign inspection approach

The US Food and Drug administration (FDA) is seeking permission from the Chinese government to install eight full time FDA officials in the country, as part of plans to improve monitoring of exported food and cosmetics.

Beauty trade show in Dubai targets expanding market

This year's Beautyworld Middle East trade show will open in Dubai on the 18th May offering international industry players the chance to target this expanding market.

Anti-ageing peptide regulates formation of collagen fibres

A tetrapeptide used as an anti-ageing active may work through its ability to regulate collagen binding, according to scientists at ingredients supplier Lipotec.

Avon and L'Oreal sign licensing deals with fashion brands

Avon and L'Oreal have both signed licensing deals with leading clothing companies to exploit the branding potential of the fashion world.

Dr. Bonner condones OCA attack over 1,4-Dioxane

Following on from the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) attack on cosmetic products marketed as organic but containing the petrochemical by-product 1,4-Dioxane, top organic player Dr. Bonner's applauds the action.

17-Mar-2008

E.T. Horn's cosmetic ingredients unit diversifies

Specialty chemicals company E.T. Horn Company has expanded its personal care division into other areas and changed its name citing the increasing diversification of finished product manufacturers as its motivation.

Olive extract could soothe skin after UV damage

An extract from olive leaves and oil could be useful as a soothing ingredient after UV exposure say scientists.

Avon signs deal to market branded fragrances

Avon Products has made the unusual step of forming a collaborative deal to manufacture and market two signature fragrances for the Emanuel Ungaro Maison.

OCA attacks leading organic brands over 1,4-Dioxane

The Organic Consumers Association (OCA) has attacked several leading brands for selling organic products that contain a petrochemical by-product, revealing sharp divisions among manufacturers regarding formulation.

14-Mar-2008

A new 'greener' method to produce fragrance ingredients

A new solvent-free method to produce scented alcohols may provide a safe, green alternative for the fragrance industry, say chemists from the University of Genova, Italy.

13-Mar-2008

Euoko completes reverse acquisition of its luxury skin care brand

Canada-based Euoko Group says it has completed a reverse acquisition transaction for its luxury skin brand Euoko in a deal that that aims to give the company greater independence in order to tap into market growth.

Hair care firms look to skin for inspiration

As shampoo sales stall hair care manufacturers are looking for inspiration in the skin care market, according to Mintel.

Kimberly-Clark acquires full stake in South African Affiliate

Global personal care player Kimberly-Clark has reached an agreement to buy up the remaining stake in its South African affiliate from the Lion Match Company.

Scientist warns of possible anti-ageing cancer link

A leading scientist has urged caution regarding a new class of anti-ageing ingredients that has been associated with tumour formation in laboratory studies.

Debate continues over AAD's seal for sunscreen products

The American Academy of Dermatology's (AAD) Seal of Recognition program for sunscreen products continues to attract disapproval from its critics who claim it suffers from a conflict of interests.

12-Mar-2008

New regulations seek safer chemical plants

New regulations are being mulled in the US to regulate the security of chemical plants, requiring that safer technology becomes a standard practice within the sector.

Xenna sees huge growth for chemical-free hair relaxer

Xenna Corporation says that its new take on hair relaxers - a formulation that is in fact chemical free - has led to a significant rise in demand for the product.

Anti-ageing product falls into regulatory trap

A 'miracle' anti-ageing cream may be banned accross Europe after being classified as a medicine and removed from sale in Norway.

Listerine targets children's oral care market

Listerine's new Smart Rinse mouthwash that changes color to give an immediate visual cue of product efficacy is being marketed specifically for children.

Faces Cosmetics builds brand awareness with new stores

Canada-based Faces Cosmetics is looking to turn its fortunes around and reach a wider audience with two stores in the Washington DC area.

11-Mar-2008

Holiday season sales boost Inter Parfums' full year results

Inter Parfums has beaten its own expectations for the financial year reporting record results after a highly successful holiday season.

New Zealand considers mandatory ingredients labelling

Authorities in New Zealand are considering measures to introduce stricter ingredient labelling regulations in the country as a means of drawing attention to potentially hazardous ingredients.

Minnesota lawmaker campaigns for scent hazard awareness

A bill is being proposed by a Minnesota lawmaker to make educational institutes in the state aware of the hazards associated with allergy-induced asthma attacks and other related health problems.

Physicians Formula Holdings predict tough 2008

Cosmetics company Physicians Formula Holdings reports higher than expected results for the year ending December 2007 due to strong demand for the existing product line.

Conditioner continues to drive hair care sales in latest figures

Conditioners are driving sales growth in the hair care industry as consumers look to put back into their hair what other styling products have taken out.

10-Mar-2008

OASIS creates first US organic beauty standard

Leading brands have backed the first US organic standard developed specifically for the beauty industry to ensure the credibility of product claims.

Estee Lauder launches new brand on TV

Estee Lauder has developed a beauty brand specifically for television retail in an attempt to achieve growth through alternative distribution channels.

Growth in anti-aging market driven by younger consumers

The global market for anti-aging products - topical, dietary and pharmaceutical - is predicted to increase due to growing interest from an ever younger consumer base.

Sonya Dakar skin care goes paraben free

US skin care company Sonya Dakar is reformulating its product range to be paraben and sulfate free as part of the company's 'eco-revolution'.

07-Mar-2008

Male grooming driven by status in society and the workplace

Male grooming is motivated by work and social situations and related to ideas of status advancement; however attitudes vary across countries, according to a Beiersdorf survey.

06-Mar-2008

Trade Association outlines goals for year ahead

The Personal Care Products Council (formerly the CTFA) reaffirmed it's commitment to consumer safety in its annual meeting held in Washington DC last week.

Cosmetics companies could benefit from targeting Muslim market

The Muslim market presents significant opportunities for cosmetics and fashion brands, according to management consultancy firm A T Kearney.

Certification will redefine natural cosmetics industry

A proliferation of private standards for the natural and organic cosmetics industry in the US should mean a defining year for the industry, latest market research reveals.

California's Attorney General dismisses lead in lipstick scare

Well publicized claims that the presence of lead in certain lipstick is a health hazard have been dismissed by the Attorney General of the state of California.

Hair care provider offers genetic tests for baldness

Hair and scalp care product provider Nioxin Research Laboratories now offers an at-home genetic test to determine the likelihood of developing male pattern baldness.

05-Mar-2008

Cosmetochem offers sustainable Australian botanicals

Ingredients supplier Cosmetochem is the latest in a growing number of companies to offer sustainably sourced ingredients that promise to bring benefits to the indigenous communities.

Fragrance and make-up drive strong growth in France

The market for skin care, fragrance and colour make-up in France - one of the biggest in the world - has shown significant growth thanks to strong marketing and retail campaigns.

Continued growth in male grooming boosts world shaving market

The continued growth in male grooming products, combined with the development of emerging markets is helping to further grow the world market for shaving products.

Future of skin care lies with emerging markets

The global skin care market is predicted to be worth $44.8bn by 2010, driven by an aging population, growing consumer affluence and the increasing importance of the emerging markets, according to a report by Global Industry Analysts.

Another Indian cosmetics player eyes global market

Boosted by strong domestic growth for personal care, Indian company Anchor Health and Beauty Care says it will be eyeing global soap and toothpaste brands as a key to further expansion.

04-Mar-2008

Cross channel tracking tool developed for beauty

Information Resources (IRI) and the NDP Group have joined forces to create what they claim to be the first cross-channel retail tracking product for the US beauty market.

Cognis buys into natural actives database to identify new ingredients

Ingredients supplier Cognis has bought into a large natural product database in the hope of finding and marketing new natural actives for the cosmetics, functional foods and supplement markets.

Cosmetics industry drives growth in marine biotech

Revenues from marine biotechnology are projected to reach $3.78 bn by 2012 driven by interest from cosmeceutical, nutraceutical, medical and pharmaceutical industries.

L'Oreal buys stake in beauty brand

The world's largest cosmetics company, L'Oreal, has acquired a 50 per cent controlling stake in the beauty business Le Club des Createurs de Beaute, currently owned by 3 Suisses International.