Increased sales of DMAPA in the US and Latin America has led Belgium-headquartered alkylamines producer Taminco to construct a unit for the surfactant intermediate at its plant in St Gabriel in Louisana
Representatives from CPL Aromas, Aveda and Dr Bronner’s Magic Soaps are among the key speakers lined up for Sustainable Fragrances 2011, the annual conference organized by IntertechPira.
In line with its ‘Focus on Skin Care. Closer to Markets’ strategy, German cosmetics company Beiersdorf has announced plans to make significant investments in its mass market Nivea brand in 2011, in order to strengthen its long-term position.
US-headquartered Lipo Chemicals had its new skin care product named the best ingredient by a panel of judges at the in-cosmetics show in Milan, where it is being showcased for its ‘innovation.
Ariel Laboratories, which develops custom products for the cosmetics market among others, has developed an invisible loose setting powder that is claimed to work with all skin tones, from light to dark.
France-based luxury goods company LVMH has made several acquisitions in 2011 that will enhance its cosmetics and perfumes business segment, which generated sales of €3.1bn in 2010, an increase of 9 per cent.
At this year’s In-Cosmetics in Milan, Italian green biotech company IRB is launching Marrubium vulgare Stem G, a plant stem cell ingredient that is claimed to maximize the self-protection of the skin from environmental stresses.
Ingredient supplier ZMC-USA has filed a complaint against fellow CoQ10 supplier Kaneka Corporation over the Japanese company’s recent US patent for a CoQ10 production process.
With rising consumer awareness over negative social and environmental effects of palm oil production, the cosmetics and personal care industry is under increasing pressure to use palm oil that is sustainably sourced.
Beauty marketers looking to boost sales in a climate of conscious consumer spending are tapping into the trend for at-home beauty treatments, a 2010 consumer packaged goods report by Symphony IRI Group has highlighted.
A recent survey from market research company Mintel concerning the use of anti-aging products in the US has revealed that just 24 per cent of consumers are currently using anti-aging products, with the common belief being that aging is mostly down to...
Sustainability is emerging as a key trend in luxury packaging as luxury marketers look to promote their environmentally responsible credentials through their choice of packaging materials, a recent report from the UK-based market research company Pira...
Complex product formulations, concerns over sustainability and the growing trend towards premiumisation are just some of the factors that will influence new product development at Rexam Personal Care, according to its global marketing and innovation director...
The aerosols category is synonymous with deodorant, but thanks to the adaption of new design and technology, it is set to expand significantly into the skin care category, says Isabelle Lepeltier, L'Oreal's director of operations for packaging...
The cosmetics giant’s US subsidiary announced it has been awarded LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold at its Berkeley Heights administrative office, demonstrating the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility.
The French packaging supplier has launched its Cream Dispenser claiming it is the first totally hygienic and convenient application system, for a variety of cosmetics products.
Estee Lauder has been continuing a strong recovery from the economic downturn experienced in 2009, which has been acknowledged by a leading investment researcher.
Specialty chemicals company Air Products is launching a new polymer designed to help deposit active ingredients on skin or hair, as well as improving the feel of products.
The US-based company has announced an agreement with the Anglo-Dutch consumer giant to purchase the Sanex brand, as it focuses on its higher-margin oral care, personal care, and pet nutrition businesses.
The specialty chemicals company has decided to bring all its raw materials used to manufacture cosmetics products under one umbrella brand to highlight its premium products to the market.
P&G says that it will strive to certify all new production facilities according to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certifcation standards.
As Latin America’s largest economy expands, cosmetics giant L’Oreal believes the country's hair care sector will help it to achieve its aim of doubling sales and adding 50 million new customers by 2015.
From a regulatory perspective it is important to remember that cosmetics don’t do anything, rather they just appear to do something, says a US lawyer specialised in FDA and FTC matters.
Unigen and Estée Lauder have announced they have signed an exclusive product license and supply agreement granting the cosmetics company the rights to any groundbreaking discoveries.
Japanese cosmetics company Kao has provided its support to the areas affected by the earthquake and tsunami in northeastern Japan, supplying the areas with necessary daily products.
The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) is calling for information on the alkyl cyclic ketones which will then be submitted to an Independent Expert Panel for analysis.
Bioplastics are increasingly seen as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based resins; but, as with many materials, questions surround their environmental footprint. CosmeticsDesign.com USA spoke to Steve Davies of Natureworks to get some of the facts...
Big US personal care players struggling with increasing raw material prices are announcing retail price increases to ease the pressure on shrinking margins.
The professional skin care market has taken a boost thanks to demand particularly from medical care brands, who have posted the strongest growth in the segment for 2010.
With natural and organic cosmetics products typically commanding a higher price than their traditional counterparts, packaging needs to reflect this, which doesn’t always mean opting for recycled or sustainable content, according to Euromonitor International's...
A new survey that delves into the personal care habits of Latino men underlines how the importance of appearance leads members of this community to reach out for ‘non-basic’ grooming products more regularly than other groups.
A study carried out by consumer satisfaction organization Canstar Blue, women are more likely to protect themselves against skin cancer by wearing sunscreen every day than men are.
International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) has said that rises in input costs have been more exaggerated than were first predicted, leading the company to enter into ‘aggressive’ pricing strategy negotiations.
The global silicone provider has launched a new product designed to give consumers a simplified hair routine aimed at hair control for those with a busy lifestyle.
The French beauty company has made a bold advertising step by deciding to publish what is claimed to be the world’s first unretouched make up advertising campaign.
The growing trend towards consumer urbanization, higher spending propensity and the increased importance of personal appearance and grooming is set to drive the global fragrance and perfumes market, a new report by Global Industry Analysts (GIA) has revealed.
A new emulsification technology aimed at improving the way emulsions are made has completed pilot scale trials and is now ready to be tested in the commercial environment.
Dupont Packaging and Industrial Polymers has confirmed price increases of up to 15 per cent price for its ethylene copolymer resins, widely used for plastic packaging for cosmetic products.
Berkshire Hathaway is to buy specialty chemicals company Lubrizol in a deal worth $9.7bn, one of the largest acquisitions in the investment holding company’s history.
Beauty retailer Ulta Salon has reported strong sales and profits for both the fourth quarter and the full year citing new stores and its internet platform as growth drivers.
The global beauty firm’s US subsidiary has made inroads to reduce the environmental impact of its beauty product packaging by introducing two new assessment tools to its package design process.
