University researchers have challenged law makers to set a legal definition for the term ‘cruelty-free’ in order to protect consumers, having found that many misunderstand products featuring these labels.
Beraca business director Filipe Sabará tells Cosmetics Design that he is expecting the company’s newly formed US subsidiary will help grow the business in the North American market at an even faster pace.
Given the spotlight on cosmetic companies acting responsibly, and the growing use of social media and discussion amongst consumers; never before has corporate social responsibility had such resonance.
Sunscreen isn’t the only area of the cosmetics industry that VAV Life Sciences has in mind for OLEOVA, an egg yolk oil that the company says can also be applied to hair and skin care formulations.
Convenience and on-shelf presence are the key drivers in the packaging industry, particularly in beauty packaging, as pumps and aerosol cans see a surge in popularity in skin, hair and sun care.
L’Oreal has inaugurated a global hair care research centre near Paris dedicated to the development of products designed for the hair care profession, following a €100m investment.
Many formulas over the years have used Dimethicones but their inability to solubilize in a variety of surfactants, emollients, oils, and waxes often causes formulation challenges.
Natural skin care provider MyChelle Dermaceuticals has introduced a complimentary personalized complexion analysis system to help its customers better understand their complexion without the expense of visiting a dermatologist.
Cosmetics industry representatives have urged Congress to reconsider the regulation of cosmetic and personal care products so that there is one universal standard, eliminating confusion.
Cosmetics Design caught up with Susan Arnot Heaney Avon’s head of corporate responsibility to find out more about the company’s approach to reducing its carbon footprint in this, the first of a two-part interview.
Cosmetic packaging provider Quadpack has added a new dispenser to its line of skin care products. The Apollo oil pump has been designed to resist oil-induced swelling to prevent leakage, keeping the pump and bottle clean and dry.
Flavours and fragrance firm Givaudan has released its sustainability report for 2011 confirming the steady progress the company is making towards its 2020 operational targets.
According to a recent survey carried out by US market researcher, Packaged Facts, cosmetics tagged with the word 'antioxidant' are favored by the consumer as research finds retail sales of these products were estimated at $3.9 billion in 2011,...
A team of scientists from the University of Pennsylvania have made the first steps to making shaving a thing of the past having discovered a daily-use gel that can stop unwanted hair growth.
Divine Skin has signed a letter of intent to acquire 100 percent of its Mexican distributor, as the company represented nearly 10 percent of the biotechnology company’s revenue in 2012.
Increasing awareness towards personal care and grooming is driving cosmetic product consumption by male consumers in India, with reports suggesting men are willing to pay a premium price for these products.
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has called the first official Congressional hearing on cosmetics safety in more than 30 years following recent debates over the levels of certain ‘toxic’ chemicals present in cosmetic products.
Dow Corning has confirmed its commitment to growing its business in the ASEAN/ANZ region by opening a new Business and Technology Center (BTC) in Singapore.
The China Exit-Entry Inspection and Quarantine Bureau (CIQ) has announced that cosmetic companies are no longer required to obtain a China Inspection and Quarantine label for imported cosmetics, providing those products have passed the bureau’s inspections
According to market researcher Kline Group, the emergence of a more informed consumer is increasing the development of actives in the cosmetic industry, particularly in the growing anti-ageing skin care segment.
After 14 years in Secaucus, New Jersey; SupplySide MarketPlace, formerly SupplySide East, moves to a larger exhibit hall space at the Jacobs Javits Center in New York City.
The organizers of this year’s HBA event are asking for last minute entries for International Package Design Awards (IPDA), with a fast-approaching deadline of Friday, March 23rd.
A team of researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered a protein that triggers hair loss by analyzing which genes are switched on when men start to go bald.
UK-based Evocutis has been accepted as a member of the In Vitro Testing Industrial Platform (IVTIP) which will allow it to further its work: laboratory and clinical evaluations of skin care products.
More than 60,000 attendees visited the Natural Products Expo, Expo West, held in Anaheim CA. This year’s event was held March 8-11, 2012 and it marks the largest Natural Product Expo on record with more than 2,000 companies exhibiting thousands of new,...
The US Food and Drug Administration has announced it recently carried out tests on certain cosmetic products containing talc after general concerns about the possible presence of asbestos were raised.
Specialty chemical company Allylix is looking to capitalize on the demand for terpene molecules used in fragrance applications, announcing it will develop and commercialize its own product, Epivone.
Johnson & Johnson has announced it is halfway to meeting its 2015 ‘Healthy Future’ goal to innovate better products with smaller environmental footprints by adding a range of new products to its Earthwards portfolio.
The variety of claims in skin care product advertisements continues to rise. Substantiation of these claims ensures that the product complies with regulations but the positive clinical results gain consumer acceptance and loyalty.
Distribution group DeWolf, who focus primarily on the North American Personal Care, Color Cosmetic and HI&I markets, will acquire specialty chemical distributor Tempo Canada as it looks to strengthen its position in the Canadian cosmetics market.
Cosmetics Design presents the latest round up of the movers and shakers in the cosmetics industry, including a reshuffle at L’Oréal, and appointments at Shiseido and Inolex.
Fine chemicals provider Oxea has announced price increases for specific materials that it suppliers in the North America, Central America and South American markets.
Global cosmetics firm Avon Products has had its corporate credit rating lowered amidst weak results by Standard & Poor's Ratings Services, which has also stated that Avon’s outlook is negative due to uncertainty over the company’s long term strategy.
The Food and Drug Administration has announced it will hold a public meeting to discuss the international cooperation on cosmetic regulations before its upcoming committee meeting in Rockville, Maryland in July.
Nanoparticles containing chitosan could be used as an effective ingredient in anti-aging skin care products, after research showed its antimicrobial and skin regeneration properties.
Research carried out by Procter & Gamble Beauty & Grooming has found that moisturizing formulas containing niacinamide and glycerin provide significantly less skin dryness and more skin hydration, and could be of benefit to many skin care products.
Next week the Midwest chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists will open the doors to TeamWorks, the big event for cosmetic suppliers in the US Midwest region.
The Australian company has developed a natural antimicrobial that it says can be used to naturally preserve cosmetics, eliminating the need to use benzoates, parabens or other preservatives.
A number of cosmetic and consumer product companies have been named in the 2012 World’s Most Ethical Companies list devised by the Ethisphere Institute, including L’Oréal, Shiseido, and Natura.
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 products.
The Italian cosmetic industry has not bowed to the pressure of the economic situation and has actually seen turnovers increase by 4.6 per cent due to the ongoing demand for cosmetic products, according to Fabio Rossello, president of Unipro.
Despite record sales in 2011, the fragrance player’s profits slipped for its final quarter as costs continue to escalate, causing it to miss market expectations.
Ganeden Biotech has developed Bonicel, a probiotic-based, anti-aging, nutricosmetic ingredient said to improve skin hydration, elasticity and fine lines and wrinkles that can be used topically in lotions, creams, gels, powders, scrubs, masks and cleansers.
Clariant is one of the major international specialty chemical players on the China market and is currently finding itself embracing the challenge of increased regulation in the market.