Ariel Laboratories taps into blueberry extraction technology

31-Mar-2010 - Ariel Laboratories has launched a new range of skin care products that maximize on the anti-oxidant properties of blueberries thanks to a new extraction process.

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Hot pepper and caffeine spray launched to treat thinning hair

31-Mar-2010 - Greenstations has launched a new spray-on product containing hot pepper and caffeine extract aimed at treating thinning hair and scalp conditions.

HBA uses social media to create buzz around show

31-Mar-2010 - Health and Beauty America (HBA) is embracing social media ahead of the 2010 show in September to build excitement and encourage virtual networking amongst attendees.

BASF reformulates delivery system to fit Japanese regulations

31-Mar-2010 - A technology designed to help deliver active ingredients has been reformulated by BASF to fit the regulations of the Japanese ‘quasi-drug’ market.

Emollient ester produced by green chemistry launched by Evonik

31-Mar-2010 - Green chemistry has taken a central role in the development of Evonik Industries' latest emollient ingredient as it attempts to reduce emissions and conserve energy.

IBR launches anti-ageing ingredient that targets rosacea

31-Mar-2010 - Natural active ingredients company IBR has launched a new ingredient with anti-ageing and calming properties.

Wellness Formulations debuts anti-glycation formula in sunscreen

30-Mar-2010 - Dermal Renu Sunshield SPF15 is one of the first anti-glycation products on the market targeted at the sun care segment.

International negotiations over use of biodiversity continue

30-Mar-2010 - As negotiations over the international use of biodiversity-based products continue, concerns are voiced over what will be covered by future regulations and how they will be enforced.

L’Oreal to close Shu Uemura operations in US

30-Mar-2010 - Cosmetics giant L’Oreal has announced it is closing the US operations of its Japanese luxury cosmetics brand Shu Uemura.

Scientists target anti-ageing skin care with soybean based ingredient

30-Mar-2010 - The high antioxidant potential of a soy and ferulic acid based ingredient makes it a perfect choice for protective, anti-aging cosmetics formulations, claim researchers.

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Specialty Packaging Holdings announces sale of Cosmolab

30-Mar-2010 - Specialty Packaging Holdings has announced the sale of all assets of Cosmolab Specialties to All4 Cosmetics, a subsidiary of Schwan-Stabilo Cosmetics.

Oxygen Biotherapeutics debuts its skin oxygen delivery technology

30-Mar-2010 - Oxygen therapeutics specialist Oxygen Biotherapeutics has launched the first in a line of cosmetic products featuring its Oxycyte technology.

MWV launches low profile pump dispenser

29-Mar-2010 - MeadWestVaco (MWV), a provider of packaging solutions for the cosmetics and personal care industry, has launched a low profile pump dispenser for the masstige and prestige cosmetics markets.

Study looks into oral care product development and benchmarking

29-Mar-2010 - Life sciences business researcher Cutting Edge Information has opened up a trial that will investigate budgeting for oral care product development and trial management.

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IFF says improving trend will lead to better Q1

29-Mar-2010 - Fragrance and flavor specialist IFF says that an improved business trend in its first quarter will lead to a better than expected financial results for the period.

Green personal care market set to experience ‘rapid growth’, Mintel

29-Mar-2010 - The market for green personal care products has remained relatively buoyant despite the economic downturn, and is expected to outperform the market for conventional personal care products in terms of...

Health Canada questions fragrance compound as potential health risk

29-Mar-2010 - Methyl eugenol has been proposed by the Canadian government as a substance that may pose a risk to human health, as part of its ongoing Chemical Management Plan.

Refill packaging promises eco savings while retaining luxury feel

26-Mar-2010 - Retaining the glamorous feel of the product while making environmental and financial savings is the aim behind a new packaging concept, Twistub.

Biochemica claims butters are viable alternatives to petrolatum

25-Mar-2010 - Florida-based cosmetic butters provider Biochemica says that demand for its range of natural-based butters is being driven by the move away from petrolatum ingredients.

Coty found guilty in case against ex-CFO

25-Mar-2010 - The ex-CFO of Coty has won a legal battle against the fragrance giant for stopping him to cash in his stock options for their full value.

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Kate spade bags fragrance licensing agreement with Elizabeth Arden

25-Mar-2010 - Prestige beauty company Elizabeth Arden has signed a fragrance licensing agreement with Liz-Claiborne-owned lifestyle brand kate spade.

Avon acquires British skincare company Liz Earle

25-Mar-2010 - US-headquartered cosmetics company Avon has acquired natural skin care brand Liz Earle in an attempt to broaden its position in the anti-aging skincare market.

Huber’s dental silicas gain Ecocert certification

25-Mar-2010 - Specialty ingredients supplier, Huber Engineered Materials, has obtained Ecocert-certification for 17 of its Zeodent dental silica products.

German luxury cosmetics market looks to a year of marginal growth

25-Mar-2010 - The German luxury cosmetics market could see slight sales increases in 2010 with woman’s fragrance and facial skin care leading the way, according to the German high-end cosmetics association VKE.

Rio Tinto said to be in talks with Sun European over Alcan beauty sale

24-Mar-2010 - Rio Tinto Group is rumored to be in talks with Sun European over the sale of the Alcan Packaging Beauty unit.

Petrolatum use still growing but greener cosmetics could stop that

24-Mar-2010 - Use of petrolatum is continuing to grow in cosmetics, but increasing interest in greener, more environmentally friendly products could prevent further development.

Daily dose of lycopene can protect against UV-induced radicals: LycoRed

24-Mar-2010 - One pill a day of LycoRed’s lycopene supplement can enhance the natural protective qualities of the skin against UV and visible light, the company claims.

Global market for color cosmetics set to reach $41.4bn

24-Mar-2010 - As the recession begins to recede and typical growth drivers are set to return, the global color cosmetics market is predicted to reach $41.4bn by 2014, according to a Global...

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United Guardian reports record sales

24-Mar-2010 - United Guardian, a manufacturer of cosmetics ingredients and personal care products, has reported a 23 per cent increase in net income for 2009.

Downturn affected demand for Cognis ingredients

24-Mar-2010 - Cognis claims to have steered a steady course through last year’s economic upheaval. But despite a return to profitability, the downturn took its toll on sales of its care, nutrition...

Shiseido targets China's luxury professional hair care market

23-Mar-2010 - Japan-based personal care giant Shiseido says it is targeting further growth in the fast-growing Chinese market by focusing on the luxury professional hair care market.

Value of US prestige beauty market falls to $8.19bn

23-Mar-2010 - After it was revealed that the US prestige beauty market declined 6 percent in dollar units at NPD Group’s annual Hot of the Press event held in January in New...

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Beraca endorses environmental and social sustainability

23-Mar-2010 - Brazilian ingredients supplier Beraca is reinforcing its commitment to preserving biodiversity by supporting a series of UNESCO conferences throughout the year.

Maesa appoints new executives to drive growth

23-Mar-2010 - Contract manufacturer and packaging developer Maesa Group has created a number of new roles in an attempt to expand the business.

Dr. Fresh acquires natural oral care player

23-Mar-2010 - California-based oral care provider Dr. Fresh has made the leap into the natural oral care market with the acquisition of Dr. Ken’s Floss and Go product line.

L’Oreal recognised as one of world’s most ethical companies

23-Mar-2010 - Cosmetics company L’Oreal has been named one of the world’s most ethical companies for 2010 by research-based international think tank, the Ethisphere Institute.

Fragrance manufacturer Coty cuts jobs as it outsources distribution

22-Mar-2010 - US-headquartered fragrance giant Coty will outsource its distribution to a third party in the hope of cutting costs.

Sustainable manufacturing is most important to consumers, Grail Research

22-Mar-2010 - Consumers of ‘green’ health and beauty products cite sustainable manufacturing processes as being the most important green characteristic of a company, according to a recent report from Grail Research.

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Sabinsa debuts capsicum extract

22-Mar-2010 - New Jersey botanicals supplier Sabinsa has launched a capsicum extract it says supports, “cardiovascular health and wellness, healthy skin aging, and normal immune functions.”

Venezuelan currency devaluation to cost Colgate $275m

22-Mar-2010 - Global oral care giant Colgate-Palmolive has announced that the impact of the Venezuelan currency devaluation earlier this year will cost the company $275m.

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Packaging for Arbonne’s skin care range redesigned by Fusion

22-Mar-2010 - Skin care producst manufacturer Arbonne chose Fusion Packaging’s airless designs for the relaunch of its brand RE9.

Kimberly-Clark predicts increased marketing spend will be key to growth

22-Mar-2010 - Kimberly-Clark has weathered the economic storm relatively well compared to the other big personal care players, prompting the company to paint a rosy long-term forecast.

Reformulating products to be ‘truly natural’ is key to Asian success

19-Mar-2010 - Lack of regulations and labeling requirements for natural personal care products in Asia means the market is dominated by synthetic ingredients positioned as natural, according to market research company, Kline.

Frutarom sees signs of recovery in Q4 after difficult year

19-Mar-2010 - Flavour and fine ingredients manufacturer Frutarom has reported a drop in sales and profit for 2009 although the fourth quarter shows signs of recovery.

Brazil's natural personal care market both attractive and challenging, Kline

18-Mar-2010 - Brazil is one of the most attractive markets for natural personal care companies, according to a recent report published by market research company Kline.

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Global head of personal care at Unilever to step down

18-Mar-2010 - Consumer giant Unilever has announced that Vindi Banga, President, Global Foods, Home and Personal Care, is to leave the company.

Avon to establish R&D center in China

18-Mar-2010 - Cosmetics company Avon is planning to open a new research & development (R&D) center in Shanghai, China later this year.

Biopolymer provider NatureWorks offers building block units

18-Mar-2010 - NatureWorks, the company behind the packaging bioresin Ingeo is now offering customers the intermediate lactides as well as the finished biopolymer.

Cosmos certified products expected summer 2010

18-Mar-2010 - Products certified to the Cosmos natural and organic standards are expected this summer, after the founding certification bodies form an international association to control and monitor the standard.

Procter & Gamble reformulates Herbal Essences to reduce ‘toxic’ chemicals

17-Mar-2010 - Procter & Gamble is reformulating its Herbal Essences range to reduce the concentration of 1,4-dioxane in the products, according to a preliminary agreement between P&G and environmentalist David Steinman....

Data evaluation has held up sunscreen monograph, says FDA

17-Mar-2010 - Final regulations on sun protection products in the US are set to be published in May, after significant delays which the FDA says are due to the large amount of...

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Avon reinforces environmental commitment

17-Mar-2010 - Cosmetics company Avon has reinforced its environmental commitment by pledging to replant one million trees in the Atlantic rainforest.

The Body Shop uses vending machines to sell products across US

17-Mar-2010 - The Body Shop has become the latest company in the cosmetics sector to push its products through the use of vending machines.

Luxe Pack New York gears up for all things green

17-Mar-2010 - Luxe Pack New York, which opens its doors on May 19, will have a distinctly green angle to it this year, falling in line with consumer demands for eco-friendly packaging.

Clarins fragrance launches brand building site with user generated content

17-Mar-2010 - Clarin’s Thierry Mugler fragrance brand has launched a website inviting users to share what it means to be a woman in an attempt to grow the brand.

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Shiseido completes acquisition of Bare Escentuals

16-Mar-2010 - Shiseido has completed the acquisition of Bare Escentuals following the end of its subsequent offering period on March 11.

Investing in the supply chain means ingredients companies can take control

16-Mar-2010 - One of the biggest challenges to natural and organic companies is ensuring a reliable supply of quality raw materials, but experts believe investing in the supply chain is a viable...

Metabolix announces opening of production plant for Mirel bioplastics

16-Mar-2010 - Massachusetts-based bioscience company, Metabolix, has announced that the first commercial-scale production plant for Mirel bioplastics is now in operation.

Estee Lauder launches its Origins brand in China

16-Mar-2010 - The Estee Lauder Companies has launched its Origins skin care brand in mainland China, tapping into the potential of the Chinese market for cosmetics.

Fiberstar to launch emulsifier alternative for personal care at in-cosmetics

16-Mar-2010 - A natural biopolymer that can replace emulsifiers and stabilizer in personal care and cosmetics products has been developed by Fiberstar.

Value for money wins over price for fragrance

16-Mar-2010 - Concentrating on value for money rather than price could be the key to growth in the fragrance market, as consumers are not necessarily looking for the cheapest products.

NPA to develop equivalency agreement with NaTrue

15-Mar-2010 - The Natural Products Association (NPA) will be working with European organization NaTrue to try to make their respective natural cosmetics standards equivalent.

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Godrej Consumer Products increases African footprint with acquisition

15-Mar-2010 - India-based Godrej Consumer Products has acquired Nigerian beauty brand Tura from the Tura Group.

Burt’s Bees moves into oral care with natural toothpaste line

15-Mar-2010 - Natural personal care company Burt’s Bees has entered the oral care market with the launch of a natural toothpaste line.

J&J latest anti-aging products mimic bioelectricity

15-Mar-2010 - Consumer goods giant Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has targeted cell-to-cell communication via bioelectricity for its latest anti-aging products.

Key cosmetics players point to sustainability as way out of recession

12-Mar-2010 - Following a succession of weak financial results some, of the biggest players in the personal care industries are pointing to sustainability measures as a means of exiting the recession.

AAK launches anti-ageing shea butter ingredient

12-Mar-2010 - Two new shea butter-based ingredients from AAK open up the formulation possibilities for the popular raw material.

Launches for Inter Parfums will help drive 2010 sales

11-Mar-2010 - New scents for Lanvin and Paul Smith, and the Burberry cosmetics line are expected to drive 2010 sales for perfume manufacturer Inter Parfums.

Heilix BioMedix expands distribution of skin care into Asia

11-Mar-2010 - Cosmeceuticals player Helix BioMedix has expanded distribution of its bioactive peptide skin care lines in key Asian markets.

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IFF and Coty to help present symposium on ‘scent as design’

11-Mar-2010 - International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) and Coty are partnering with various institutions to present Headspace – a symposium on scent as design.

Momentive launches two new ingredients for personal care

11-Mar-2010 - Connecticut-based silicone provider Momentive has launched two new ingredients for use in personal care applications.

Hypermarcas expands in Brazil with three acquisitions

11-Mar-2010 - Beauty and over-the-counter medical provider Hypermarcas is increasing its footprint with the announcement that it is acquiring three new businesses this week.

Cognis targets growing skin whitening market

11-Mar-2010 - Cognis is targeting the growth potential of the skin whitening segment with a new ingredient from its actives division Laboratoires Serobiologiques.

P&G extends anti-aging technology to body wash

10-Mar-2010 - An anti-aging body wash from Procter & Gamble has hit US shelves this month and claims to improve skin elasticity and cohesion.

Cosmetic scientists look to other disciplines for new ideas

10-Mar-2010 - New York-based cosmetics scientists are calling upon academics from other disciplines to submit ideas that could benefit cosmetics in a Technology Transfer Conference.

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Marketing software helps Paula’s Choice double revenues

10-Mar-2010 - Online cosmetics company Paula’s Choice claims to have doubled its email marketing revenue through the use of Lyris HQ software.

Helen of Troy to acquire Pert Plus and Sure

10-Mar-2010 - Personal care player Helen of Troy is to acquire the Pert Plus hair care and Sure anti-perspirant and deodorant businesses from consumer products company Innovative Brands.

Unilever partners with Solazyme on renewable algal oils

10-Mar-2010 - Unilever has partnered with biotechnology specialist Solazyme on a research project to develop oil derived from algae for soaps and personal care products.

Formulating with natural and organic ingredients still throws up challenges

10-Mar-2010 - Although natural and organic alternatives to synthetic ingredients have proliferated in recent years, problems with supply and formulation remain a challenge.

Rexam Personal Care opens new Innovation Center

09-Mar-2010 - The Personal Care division of packaging supplier Rexam has unveiled its new Innovation Center located in Chicago.

Beiersdorf results show upturn, but outlook is unsure

09-Mar-2010 - Beiersdorf’s fourth quarter and full year results show clear signs of improvement, but analysts believe a strong rebound is far from close.

Maesa Group develops cosmetics range for shoe retailer

09-Mar-2010 - Contract manufacturer Maesa Group will be developing a personal care range for shoe and accessories retailer PaylessShoe Source.

Shiseido tender offer for Bare Escentuals goes ahead

09-Mar-2010 - Shiseido has confirmed that its tender offer for the outstanding shares in Bare Escentuals has passed the withdrawal date.

Brazil plans sanctions on US-made cosmetics

09-Mar-2010 - The Brazil government has threatened to introduce trade sanctions against US produced cosmetics in retaliation over subsidies the US government is paying to its cotton farmers.

Lubrizol launches thickener for low surfactant formulations

08-Mar-2010 - Lubrizol Corporation’s Noveon Consumer Specialties brand has launched Novethix L-10, which has been designed to improve the texture of difficult to thicken formulations.

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Why the US needs private organic cosmetics standards

08-Mar-2010 - Organic certification creates an even playing field for the industry, it provides answers for consumers, and it supports credible exports; broadening the marketplace for both American-produced cosmetics and for organic...

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Maesa Group designs perfume ring for Hanae Mori fragrance

08-Mar-2010 - Contract manufacturer Maesa Beauty has designed a solid perfume ring for the Butterfly fragrance range from Japanese fashion designer Hanae Mori.

Estée Lauder announces global expansion plans for Coach Beauty

08-Mar-2010 - Estée Lauder has announced that its BeautyBank and Aramis & Designer Fragrance divisions have signed an exclusive agreement to expand the beauty line of US brand Coach.

Sunscreens containing antioxidants can benefit skin health, say Coppertone

08-Mar-2010 - Broad spectrum sunscreens that contain antioxidants can offer skin health benefits in addition to providing sun protection, according to scientists at the Coppertone Solar Research Center.

Prebiotics could help reduce acne infections

05-Mar-2010 - Topical application of a prebiotic could be a gentler way to attack acne bacteria, according to scientists based in Glasgow, UK.

L’Oreal becomes member of The Sustainability Consortium

04-Mar-2010 - Beauty giant L’Oreal is continuing its commitment to sustainability by becoming a member of The Sustainability Consortium.

Croda restructures Canadian operations to improve efficiency

04-Mar-2010 - Specialty chemicals manufacturer Croda will be restructuring its Canadian operations in an attempt to make cost savings and improve its efficiency.

Realistic product claims are key to nutricosmetics success

04-Mar-2010 - Companies looking to move into the nutricosmetics market should focus on realistic product claims and selling in a market category consumers can trust, according to Grail research client service manager...

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International Flavors & Fragrances gets favorable financial rating

04-Mar-2010 - International Flavors & Fragrances has been added to the financial market coverage of investment broker Stifel Nicolaus, which has started the ingredients company off with a 'buy' rating.

Personal care helps to buoy Beiersdorf results

04-Mar-2010 - Personal care sales help to propel Beiersdorf to the close of a tough year, underlined by the fact that the company outperformed average market growth.

Jan Dekker launches organic and fair trade aloe vera

04-Mar-2010 - Cosmetics ingredients supplier Jan Dekker is launching an organic and fair trade aloe vera ingredient for cosmetics products, which it claims is a world first.

Eau Faux contest pokes fun at fragrance industry

03-Mar-2010 - Fragrance blog Now Smell This is accepting entries to its 2010 Prix Eau Faux competition, designed to poke fun at clichéd fragrance marketing campaigns.

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Endorsements from professional bodies - a dangerous game for the elite

03-Mar-2010 - Displaying the seal of recommendation from a professional body on your label may seem the perfect way of lending weight to your product; but, what is the value of winning...

Use of online beauty tutorials and make overs set to increase

03-Mar-2010 - Online applications helping beauty brands to establish deeper relationships with consumers by replicating and enhancing the traditional in-store experience are growing in popularity, according to Grail Research.

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Revlon appoints leader of treasury and investor relations

03-Mar-2010 - Cosmetics company Revlon has appointed Elise Garofalo to the position of senior vice president of treasurer and investor relations.

Johnson & Johnson scores well on female exec opportunities

03-Mar-2010 - Johnson & Johnson was the only US-based business involved in the personal care arena to be named amongst the top ten businesses for female executives.

Lactobionic acid preferable to glycolic in skin care formulations: study

03-Mar-2010 - Lactobionic acid is safer and better tolerated than its better known cousin glycolic acid, according to recent research.

Navigating regulation and administration key to targeting China market

02-Mar-2010 - Getting a foothold on the ever-expanding China market requires dedication, product focus and the means to navigate regulation, says expert.

Colorado’s safe cosmetics bill dismissed

02-Mar-2010 - The Colorado Safe Personal Care Products Act that would have banned cosmetics containing ‘cancerous’ chemicals has not been passed.

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Estée Lauder creates Corporate Marketing Center of Excellence

02-Mar-2010 - The Estée Lauder Companies has established a new Corporate Marketing Center of Excellence designed to better understand its global consumers.

New Zealand may reclassify some fluoride toothpastes and anti-dandruff shampoos

02-Mar-2010 - Proposed updates to medicine regulations by the New Zealand Ministry of Health could cut the red tape surrounding some fluoride toothpastes and anti-dandruff shampoos.

Aspiration is a key trigger to fragrance purchase, research suggests

02-Mar-2010 - New research points to the fact that women often buy fragrances that represent what they want to be rather than one than representing what they are about, research suggests.

Health Canada defines nanomaterials in working document

02-Mar-2010 - Health Canada has adopted a working definition for nanomaterials and announced that it may require more information about them in order to assess potential risks.

Sustainable Cosmetics Summit to explore green marketing challenges

01-Mar-2010 - Companies looking to target ethical consumers with sustainability claims need to take a holistic approach, according to Darrin C Duber-Smith, president of strategic planning firm Green Marketing Inc.

Conference tackles issue of sustainable fragrances

01-Mar-2010 - Sustainable Fragrances 2010 is a conference designed to guide fragrance makers towards creating cleaner and greener products.

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New global business director for Noveon Consumer Specialties

01-Mar-2010 - Specialty chemical company Lubrizol has appointed Rick Tolin to the position of global business director of personal care and home care for Noveaon Consumer Specialties.

New technology could help reduce colloidal silver toxicity

01-Mar-2010 - Scientists from the University of Helsinki, Finland, say they have developed new polymer-stabilized silver nanoparticles that could be used to make antibacterial colloidal silver solution.