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30-Apr-2007
Avon targets premium fragrance market with new partnership
Leading direct selling leader Avon has partnered with French fashion designer Christian Lacroix to produce two fragrances for men and women in a bid to expand its presence in the premium fragrance market.
New packaging design ups sales of skin care line
Skin care maker Dermaquest claims that a packaging redesign carried out by the Vyant Group has helped to revitalize its skin care brand, helping to increase sales by a staggering 306 per cent in January.
Stephan makes move to buy up nail care player
The Stephan Company, a Massachusetts-based manufacturer and marketer of personal care products, has said it intends to buy the nail care business, American Manicure.
Enhanced market research force for fragrances
Market research provider NPD Group has joined forces with media solutions provider VMS to offer both manufacturers and retailers of fragrances more detailed market feedback concerning their latest product launches.
27-Apr-2007
Emu oil proves beneficial in post-operative skin care
A US manufacturer of post-operative skin care treatments has concluded a period of study on a product containing emu oil earlier than expected because of outstanding results in the healing of inflammation and redness of scars.
26-Apr-2007
Sunscreen makes big splash in color cosmetic
With increasing awareness of the damage sun can do to skin, consumers are seeking more and more ways of avoiding potentially dangerous exposure, something that is now being factored into the color cosmetics category.
Colgate reports strong Q1 as oral care domination grows
The Cologate-Palmolive Company has reported particularly strong results as it continues to dominate in the oral care sector, backed up by favorable global pricing and currency exchange rates, all driven by a 20 per cent increase in ad spend.
Regis hit by charges for beauty school merger
Hair care leader Regis Corp has reported lower net income on the back of significant charges relating to the merger of its beauty school division, announced last week.
OTA calls for more funding for organics
The nation's organic industry has called for federal agencies to boost spending on crop research and market development in an effort to help farmers keep up with burgeoning demand.
Lipstick sales soar in emerging markets
High sales growth of lipsticks in the emerging markets is offsetting slow sales in Western Europe and North America.
25-Apr-2007
Profits make big jump at Kimberly-Clark
Personal care and hygiene products provider Kimberly-Clark said that profits jumped 64 per cent for its first quarter, on the back of particularly strong sales in emerging markets and reduced costs gained from restructuring.
Apicare launches natural products in the US
Capitalizing on increasing interest in natural-based personal care products from New Zealand, Apicare has launched a total of ten personal care lines featuring Manuka honey in the United States and Mexico.
Sensient ups income, rebukes industry analyst
Sensient Technologies, provider of fragrances and colors to the personal care industry, has reported a 11.1 per cent rise in net income, and publicly rebukes an industry analyst over erroneous comments he made relating to the results.
24-Apr-2007
Colour cosmetics draw inspiration from automotive trade
Amidst the organic and natural personal care ingredients well represented at In-Cosmetics 2007, the trend for metallic colour cosmetics shone through - with manufacturers showcasing new ranges capitalising on continued consumer demand for a more dramatic effect.
Shiseido set to benefit from cosmetics growth in Russia
Capitalising on the dramatic rise in cosmetic sales in emerging markets, Japanese cosmetic company Shiseido has announced the development of a retail unit in Russia - a move that also aims to further its position in the global cosmetic rankings.
23-Apr-2007
Indonesia and Turkey attract big investors
Although China has long been tipped as the next big market for international cosmetics companies to target, experts are now turning their focus on Indonesia and Turkey as the next hotly tipped place for investment.
China tightens labeling regulations
Authorities in China are aiming to tighten personal care manufacturer's product efficacy claims and tighten safety, as part of the move to bring the country in line with international regulations.
Forget drinking coffee, try caffeinated soap instead
A Virginia-based marketer of alternative consumer products has come up with a bar of soap said to be the equivalent of drinking two cups of coffee during the shower.
20-Apr-2007
L'Oreal Q1 sales boosted by emerging markets
L'Oreal has reported strong sales across all geographical areas in Q1, with emerging markets posting the fastest like-for-like growth rate for the period, despite falling sales in the US.
Asia can make difference for Crown in 2007
Continued expansion in Asia and a 12.4 per cent rise in sales were the key highlights during the first quarter 2007 for international packaging group Crown.
19-Apr-2007
Playtex expands sun care footprint with Hawaiin Tropic acquisition
Playtex Products has acquired all the outstanding stock in Florida-based Tiki Hut Holding Company, owner of Hawaiin Tropic sun care brand, in a move that aims to further expand the company's fast growing skin care portfolio.
Estee Lauder invests in solar powered manufacturing
Leading US cosmetics player Estee Lauder has invested in a 600-kilowatt solar energy system as part of a drive to invest in renewable and greener energy and reduce long-term operating costs.
Nasdaq affirmation takes pressure off Parlux
After months of uncertainty, Parlux Fragrances has the path to recovery firmer in sights after the Nasdaq Qualification Panel determined that the company could continue to be listed on the stock exchange.
18-Apr-2007
DSM unveils two new products at In Cosmetics
Nutritional expert DSM International has launched two new ingredients aimed at improving skin health as well as providing anti-ageing properties.
Arkema launches fragrance oxidation catalyst
Addressing the key issue of fragrance oxidation, specialty chemicals group Arkema has launched Oxynitrox S100, an oxidation catalyst aimed specifically at formulation developers.
Rising costs hit Parlux bottom line
Rising costs hit fragrance maker Parlux hard, after the company belatedly filed its third quarter results showing a rise in both sales turnover and net profits, but a big downturn in continuing operations due to rising operating costs.
Dow Corning unveils enhanced skin feel emollient
Dow Corning has launched a Caprylyl Methicone, Toray FZ-3196, said to bring about a unique skin feel when added to a wide range of skin care formulations.
Greek naturals player floats on stock exchange
Indicative of the huge importance the naturals personal care segment now has, Greece-based Korres Natural Products has floated 1.6 million shares on the Athens Stock Exchange, raising a total of €11.5m.
Transmitting environment sensor withstands depths
A new waterproof temperature and humidity sensor can take readings while submerged and transmit the results across a plant, its manufacturer claims.
Makeup takes the US prestige beauty crown
The latest report from NPD on the prestige beauty market shows that for the first time in ten years makeup accounted for the largest category in 2006, toppling sales of prestige fragrance.
16-Apr-2007
Investment company tunes in to food and beauty convergance
Industry experts have been speaking for some time now of the 'blurring of boundaries' between the food and drink and the personal care market, but now a US investment bank has taken the step of tapping into the trend.
Algae enhances under eye gel performance
Mod. Skin Labs has developed a new eye gel that hones in on blue green algae as well as DMAE ingredient in the fight against puffiness, dark circles and fine lines.
Tripeptide features as key ingredient in anti-aging launches
Tripeptide has become an increasingly important ingredient in recent years and proving to be the ingredient of choice for anti-aging products, a fact that is highlighted by some of the most recent launches in the US.
13-Apr-2007
Ciba launches rheology modifier
Capitalising on the global marketing opportunities at this month's In-Cosmetics show, specialty chemicals provider Ciba has launched another product - an anionic rheology modifier - showcasing alongside the company's new colour cosmetic range.
Internet consumers profitable for cosmetics industry
New market research has found that female beauty consumers are now using the Internet more than the average person, and suggests cosmetic brands should follow three simple steps in order to capitalize on this growing trend.
12-Apr-2007
Wrinkle treatment also proves effective in beating acne
Life sciences product developer Senetek says it has initiated trials that will determine the efficacy of its Pyratine 6 compound on acne Rosacea, having evaluated positive results through separate trials comparing it to Kinetin, the company's original anti-aging active ingredient.
Rare orchid excites French cosmetics industry
In a move that highlights a commitement to sustainable development, the French cosmetics industry is poised to start using a rare Madagascar Orchid that is sustainably sourced.
Parlux gets Nasdaq extension for quarterly results
Parlux says it has received an extension for the continued listing of its shares on the Nasdaq, which in turn grants it more time to file its quarterly results ending December 30.
Symrise starts international citrus offensive
Symrise has unveiled plans to expand its citrus fragrance and flavour activities, with building underway for a new centre located close to the source of high-quality, natural fruits in Brazil.
Polymer delivery system enhances pain relief
Nevada-based Skinvisible has announced that its Invisicare polymer delivery system has been included in the newly launched topical pain relief product Stopgain.
11-Apr-2007
Amatokin anti-wrinkle treatment hits US stores
Voss Laboratories has launched Amatokin in the US, an anti-wrinkle treatment that is based on stem-cell technology that has resulted in controversy before it has even hit the stores.
SOD supplement may protect against sunburn from within
A superoxide dismutase (SOD) supplement, GliSODin, reduced the severity of redness associated with sunburn by almost 10 per cent, researchers from France have reported.
L'Oreal's Kentucky facility gets US manufacturing status
Global cosmetic giant L'Oreal has earned a star status under the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) from the US department of Labor for its manufacturing facility in Florence, Kentucky.
Inter Parfums signs another personal care contract
Inter Parfums is broadening its expansion in to the US contract manufacturing personal care sector, having announced a new contract to provide a personal care product line for fast-growing retailer New York & Company.
10-Apr-2007
Johnson & Johnson look set to take over Dabao
Global personal care provider Johnson & Johnson is rumored to have taken over China cosmetics giant Dabao in a move that would secure it the country's largest domestic skin care provider.
Unscented fragrance draws crowds
A fragrance with no actual scent is said to be selling like hot cakes following the recent opening of the three-month surrealist exhibition at the UK Selfridges store in London.
06-Apr-2007
L'Oreal anti-ageing ingredient aims at mature market
The consumer power of the lucrative baby boomer generation is still going strong - with L'Oreal hailing its new innovative ingredient as the way forward in anti-aging care, announced in its 2006 report.
Conference uncovers advantages of nanomaterials
A conference, set to take place in May, is being held on the advantages and risks of nanomaterials in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry - focusing on different issues that may cause concern in these markets.
Colour pigment line extended to complete cosmetics range
Following the success of its original colour pigments for cosmetics, ingredient manufacturer Merck KGaA has extended the range with the launch of the new Ronastar interference pigments for the personal care industry.
05-Apr-2007
Packaging solution for on-the-go consumer
The ModulArt dispensing system by German based packaging manufacturers Pfeiffer looks set to innovate many cosmetic ranges with its design that targets the on the go consumer - a fast growing trend within the industry.
Perstorp caters to desire for alternative ingredient materials
Niche specialty chemicals company, Perstorp, has made a bid to make its mark on the cosmetics and personal care industry with the introduction of a palette of intermediate materials - predominately targeting the anti-aging and male grooming markets.
Survey shows sunscreen is still not a priority
A new survey carried out by dermatologists in the US shows that consumers are still not aware, or else don't take seriously, the importance of using sunblock or sunscreen to prevent sun damage, suggesting industry still has work to do to get the message over.
Japanese firms no real threat for Western manufacturers
Despite recent news that larger Japanese players are gaining momentum on Western cosmetic manufacturers, industry insiders have stated that there is no real, imminent threat.
Bare Escentuals readies for European expansion
Natural cosmetics player Bare Escentuals has completed the acquisition of UK-based Cosmeceuticals Limited, a company that currently distributes its mineral-based cosmetic and personal care products throughout Europe.
Project aims to tear strips off packaging problems
The effectiveness of tear strips used in cardboard packaging is being tested as part of a new project, which aims to market the findings later this year.
North American-wide recall for anti-wrinkle cream
California-based Woodbridge Labs has announced that it is recalling certain DermaFreeze 365 anti-aging products in Canada and the United states after samples tested positive for potentially dangerous bacteria.
Givaudan Q1 sales boosted by Quest acquisition
Swiss flavours and fragrance manufacturers Givaudan has reported strong Q1 results - as a direct impact of the acquisition of Quest International last year.
04-Apr-2007
Camel's milk cosmetics, coming your way?
One of the world's leading producers of Camel's milk says it is considering venturing into the production of camel's milk to take advantage of its rich source of vitamins and minerals for the skin.
Demand for non-traditional hair dyes leads to new player
In response to consumer demands for quality non-traditional hair dye brands in North America, two personal care providers, Italy-based Hair Styling Application (HSA) and Canada-based LEK have formed Italhair to fill what they believe is an 'industry void'.
World's first 'spiritual' perfume launched
Niche fragrance provider IBI has launched what is claimed to be the first ever 'spiritual' perfume, a product that its creators claim has been formulated and marketed to remind wearers of God.
Canadian health and personal care player restructures
Trillium Health Care Products has restructured its operations, in an effort to more clearly define its liquid and bar soap manufacturing operations for the North American market.
03-Apr-2007
Kermira expands global reach through US acquisitions
Finland-based specialty personal care ingredients provider Kemira Oyj has increased its footprint in the global personal care sector with the acquisition of privately-owned TRI-K Industries and its subsidiary Maybrook.
02-Apr-2007
Parlux results down after late filing
Parlux has rushed to file its latest quarterly results after facing delisting. Its second quarter results, which were four months behind schedule, show that the company's profits are continuing to decline in the face of stagnant sales and distribution problems.
China proposes to ease import requirements
China has long-proved a difficult market for personal care players to crack, but after the government recently announced that it was relaxing personal care import regulations from countries with BSE, things might start to get a little easier.
Amway claims P&G Satanic damages to be improper
Following a federal court ruling that Procter & Gamble suffered no damages over rumors surrounding Satanic worship, defendants Amway are now challenging the decision that that they pay nearly $20m in legal costs.
Givaudan to open New Jersey fragrance R&D center
Swiss fragrance and flavors giant Givaudan will open a new perfume creation centre in East Hannover, billed as the most technologically advanced facility of its kind.
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