Natural and organic trends so far in 2012 ...

28-Jun-2012 - As sales demand for cosmetic and toiletries are forecasted to rise by 5.0 percent per year to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at developments...

Brazil market for cosmetics continues to shine

28-Jun-2012 - Brazil has continued to significantly outstrip global market growth for cosmetics, despite the economic downtown, and the increases are expected to be sustained offering significant opportunities, according to Euromonitor.

Study finds baby washes cause false positives for marijuana in infants

27-Jun-2012 - A new study in North Carolina has suggested that a number of skin cleansers cause newborns to mistakenly test positive for exposure to marijuana. 

Elevance awarded green prize for its sustainable activity

27-Jun-2012 - Elevance Renewable Sciences has been awarded the 2012 Presidential Green Challenge Award by the US Environmental Protection Agency for its production of “high performing, green specialty chemicals at advantageous costs.”

Scientists discover sustainable chemical extraction from citrus peel for cosmetics use

26-Jun-2012 - Scientists in the UK have developed a sustainable way to extract chemicals from citrus peel which could become particularly appealing for cosmetic manufacturers.

Skin research sees Beiersdorf utilize active to treat pigmentation in new skin care range

26-Jun-2012 - Beiersdorf brand Eucerin has launched a new line of skin care products to treat pigmentation following promising research into a brightening active ingredient.

Death of the metrosexual? Kline claims male grooming is more mainstream

26-Jun-2012 - The growing popularity of male grooming products in 2012 has taken the category into the mainstream and could see the term ‘metrosexual’ become obsolete according to market analyst Kline.

Ethnic cosmetics market is doing well despite recession, says market researcher

25-Jun-2012 - According to a recent report by US market researcher, Packaged Facts, the market for cosmetic products aimed at consumers of ethnic origin is fast growing as figures reveal it rose to $3 billion in 2011....

Industry progress with social media so far in 2012…

25-Jun-2012 - With a recent poll finding a company's social media activity makes them appear more ‘accessible and responsive’ with US consumers, Cosmetics Design takes a look at how far the industry...

News in brief

Shiseido launches world’s most expensive cream to mark anniversary

25-Jun-2012 - Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido has developed a limited-edition anti-aging cream that claims to lift and tighten the skin, priced at nearly $13,300 to mark its 140th anniversary.

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Further understanding of hair follicles leads to breakthrough for L’Oréal scientist

22-Jun-2012 - Studies into the consumer perception of hair loss has led to the revelation that it is in fact hair density that is diminishing and this has opened up a whole...

L’Oréal to launch new active to increase hair density

21-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics maker L’Oréal will launch a new active ingredient in September that awakens dormant hair and enhances hair density, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com can reveal.

Photo highlights from the 2012 HBA Global Expo

21-Jun-2012 - Visitors to the HBA Global Expo 2012 were greeted with a novel seating area that provided visitors an opportunity to orientate themselves and network, before tackling the show floor. This year...

Urban Decay comes under fire as it moves into Chinese market

21-Jun-2012 - The brand well known in the US, UK, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Singapore and the Middle East has come under fire due to its decision to move into the Chinese...

Sun care need for formula protection driving airless pack market

20-Jun-2012 - The global trend to packaging premiumisation has spread to the sun care segment, in both mass and prestige, with airless packs taking centre stage.

Procter & Gamble forms part of global pledge to switch to sustainable PET

20-Jun-2012 - Procter & Gamble has formed a global pledge to invest resources into the development of plant-based PET for use in the packaging of its personal care products and other consumer...

No 'slash and burn' techniques for Berlin Packaging...

20-Jun-2012 - On the back of another recent acquisition, Cosmetics Design caught up with Berlin Packaging’s CEO Andrew Berlin to discuss how the packaging supplier meets the challenges of acquiring numerous companies in such...

Anti-aging still driving skin care market with US women winning the face-off

20-Jun-2012 - American women are the most likely to use anti-aging facial creams in a bid to hold back the signs of aging and preserve an image of beauty, according to new...

Darker skin does not make sun exposure safer says L’Oréal

19-Jun-2012 - As summer approaches and sun protection becomes a more prominent issue, beauty behemoth L’Oréal has completed a research project aimed at increasing awareness of the risks of skin cancer and...

Adapting to FDA guidelines key to the sun care game

18-Jun-2012 - Sun care formulators must adapt to the new FDA guidelines and offer a range of formulations if they want to meet the demands of their consumers and stay ahead of...

Scientific review raises concerns over adulteration of grapefruit seed extract used in cosmetics

18-Jun-2012 - The American Botanical Council (ABC) has published a scientific literature review stating that the majority of products containing grapefruit seed extracts, such as cosmetics, may be adulterated with synthetic additives.

Carotech launches palm oil derived ingredient for hair re-growth

18-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics Design recently spoke to Carotech's production manager Brian See to find out about the latest clinical trials to underline the efficacy of Tocotrienols derived from palm oil. The trials...

Nail polish is the new lipstick effect, says Euromonitor

16-Jun-2012 - Last month Cosmetics Design caught up with Euromonitor’s Irina Barbalova at the in-cosmetics event in Barcelona to find out what trends were prevalent in beauty in 2011 and if the future looks bright...

Research centre develops slow release technology for fragrance industry to extend scent life

15-Jun-2012 - A research centre in Thailand has developed a slow release technology for the fragrance industry that could be adapted for perfume and cosmetic applications.

Albéa boasts $20 million turnover since acquisition

14-Jun-2012 - Less than a year after acquiring Eyelematic, Albéa representitive Olivier De-Saignes tells CosmeticsDesign.com USA that the company has met its short-term goals and has even succeeded in boosting the specialist's turnover....

“US personal care market surpasses pre-recession levels in 2011,” says Kline

14-Jun-2012 - According to the market researcher, the cosmetics and toiletries market surpassed pre-recession levels in sales with a robust growth of 4.2 percent, exceeding $38 billion at the manufacturers' level last year.

“There is a lack of info in the US on what constitutes organic” says Ecocert

13-Jun-2012 - This was the belief of Ecocert’s spokesperson Vincent Morel on the current state of the US cosmetics market on defining an organic product. Following its acquisition of Indiana Certified Organic...

Beauty manufacturers need to embrace the internet to boost eCommerce sales

13-Jun-2012 - Internet shopping and online research use for beauty products is fast becoming a common practice for consumers giving suppliers a major opportunity to increase their eCommerce sales.

DaniMer claims industry first with adhesive that eliminates PET problems

12-Jun-2012 - DaniMer Scientific has developed a biobased label adhesive that it says eliminates problems associated with PET container recycling and enables increased end of life functionality and value.  

Lonza launches two new products and a formulators' tool

12-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics Design recently caught up with global manager of technical marketing at Lonza, Suellen Bennett, to find out about the company's latest product launches and its new formulators' tool. It has...

PCPC hits back at EWG sunscreen allegations

11-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics trade association the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has responded to the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) allegations that retinyl palmitate and oxybenzone found in sunscreen formulations are unsafe.

Obama’s biobased purchase plan sees personal care products eligible for Federal procurement

11-Jun-2012 - President Obama’s plan to increase the purchase of biobased products to create jobs and drive innovation has led to a list of products, including skin care, being suggested for preferred...

AkzoNobel launches sustainable hair styling solutions

07-Jun-2012 - AkzoNobel Global Personal Care has launched a series of sustainable and eco-friendly hair styling products. At the recent Suppliers' Day event in New Jersey, we caught up with Laurie Marshal,...

Is your company utilising social media enough?

07-Jun-2012 - A recent poll carried out by The Allstate Corporation and National Journal highlights that Facebook fans or Twitter followers of a brand are more likely to not only recommend, but also...

Croda develops cost-effective sunscreen filter in line with new regulations

07-Jun-2012 - Ingredients supplier Croda has developed its latest range of Solaveil ABC sunscreen filters in line with the new FDA regulations, ensuring it remains cost-effective for its customers.

Skin lightening for the nether regions – a step too far ?

06-Jun-2012 - An Indian company promoting a shower gel product that provides freshness and ‘fairness’ for more intimate areas has sparked widespread debate and controversary amongst the media and bloggers alike with an advert for its 'clean &...

Bio-Botanica discusses co-branding deal with DuPont Tate & Lyle

06-Jun-2012 - Bio-Botanica vice president of sales Mark Sysler spoke to Cosmetics Design about the company's co-branding with DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products at the recent Suppliers' Day event. In this...

To infinity and… that’s it! NASA denies developing nutricosmetic drink

06-Jun-2012 - The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has refuted claims it developed a wrinkle-reducing fruit drink after it was reported that the AS10 beverage was developed in line with the...

Skin whitening trend driving male cosmetic market in India

06-Jun-2012 - Having amassed a dominant share in the Indian men’s cosmetics market, fairness creams are emerging as a key trend in the country according to a new market report. 

Moisturizing the number one product claim for nanotechnology in cosmetics

05-Jun-2012 - Moisturizing or hydrating is the number one claim made about new nanotechnology cosmetics product launches, according to market analyst Mintel.

Clariant launches three new biopolymers focused on the natural trend

05-Jun-2012 - At the NYSCC Suppliers' Day Clariant's head of personal care April Yeager spoke to Cosmetics Design about the company's three new biopolymer active ingredients that are being marketed as sensory boosters for...

Body Shop crusade to end animal testing rolls out to Austria, Germany and Switzerland

05-Jun-2012 - The Body Shop has continued its commitment to ending animal testing in the cosmetics industry, stretching its call out to Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Finalists revealed for Cosmetic Innovators of The Year awards

04-Jun-2012 - The Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors Association has announced the finalists for its seventh annual Cosmetic Innovators of The Year awards.

Suppliers' Day 2012 Photo Gallery

04-Jun-2012 - The recent Suppliers Day 2012 was a sell out event with record attendance, once again. Here we look at some of the key events on the stands, looking at the event launches, promotions...

DuPont Tate & Lyle BioProducts discuss latest clinical trials for Zemea

04-Jun-2012 - At the recent Suppliers Day event in New Jersey, Cosmetics Design caught up with Steve Hurff, vice president of marketing and sales at DuPont Tate & Lyle, to find out...

Cosmetics industry makes important social and economic contribution in China, says study

01-Jun-2012 - The personal care industry in China makes important contributions to research and development, employment of women, environmental sustainability, charitable contributions, and international trade, according to a study by PricewaterhouseCoopers.