Revlon results bear the brunt of charges, currency translations and lower overseas sales

31-Jul-2012 - Revlon’s second quarter results struggle under the weight of charges, currency translations and falling sales in Europe and Asia, but strong results in the Americas help fend off bigger losses....

Cosmoprof North America reports big hike in visitor numbers

31-Jul-2012 - The tenth Cosmoprof North America show reported a healthy 9 percent  rise in visitors to the Mandalay Convention Center in Las Vegas compared to last year.

Inter Parfums loses Burberry license, looks to new investments

30-Jul-2012 - Burberry and Inter Parfums have announced that after months of negotiations, the two companies will not renew their fragrance and cosmetics licensing agreement.

Nelson Labs expands facility to support development of cosmetic safety

30-Jul-2012 - Microbiology testing provider Nelson Laboratories has announced the opening of a new building it recently acquired adjacent to its current facilities that will support the development and production of safe...

Blue Marble says scope for recycled cosmetic extracts is ‘virtually unlimited’

26-Jul-2012 - Blue Marble Biomaterials says its foray into cosmetic fragrances and extracts made from recycled materials could grow exponentially as the applications for its technology expand.

PCPC reiterates cosmetics product safety amidst phthalate-diabetes study

26-Jul-2012 - The Personal Care Products Council has waded into the phthalates debate, reiterating that cosmetics products are safe and that a recent study carried out at Brigham and Women’s hospital linking...

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New NY marketing team at La Prairie

26-Jul-2012 - Luxury Swiss beauty brand La Prairie has expanded its New York HQ with a newly formed global marketing team.

Inter Parfums ups forecasts on strong Q2

25-Jul-2012 - Strong Burberry sales during its second quarter put fragrance player Inter Parfums in a strong enough position to raise guidance for the fully 2012 financial year.

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Shiseido appoints new VP

25-Jul-2012 - Shiseido Americas Corporation (SAC), the US subsidiary of Tokyo-based Shiseido has announced the appointment of Jeanette Garner as vice president of E-Commerce.

Hair care and regulation high on the agenda at in-cosmetics Asia

25-Jul-2012 - The organisers of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show have released the educational programme for the upcoming event in Bangkok, highlighting hair care and regulation as the key talking points in...

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PCPC to hold science symposium for industry professionals

24-Jul-2012 - The Personal Care Product Council is to hold a Science Symposium on the 3rd and 4th of October in New Jersey that is to include a safety workshop which will focus...

Gillette skin moisturizing razor ads deemed ‘misleading’ following competitor challenge

24-Jul-2012 - The National Advertising Division has sided with a personal care rival of Gillette and called the description of one of its leading female razors ‘misleading’.

Burt’s Bees targets expansion into mother and child category

23-Jul-2012 - Natural cosmetics player Burt’s Bees is breaking into a new category with the launch of its new Burt’s Bees Baby range though a licensing agreement with children’s brand builder Ayablu....

P&G files lawsuit over alleged tooth whitening infringement

23-Jul-2012 - Procter & Gamble has filed an infringement lawsuit in the US against Team Technologies, claiming the company is violating the company’s intellectual property rights.

Annual European bioplastics conference focuses on mass market

20-Jul-2012 - As bioplastics become increasing popular for the packaging of cosmetics and other consumer goods, the forthcoming European Bioplastics Conference will focus on how it is emerging in the mass market.

US market for cosmetic chemicals set to outgrow overall market growth

19-Jul-2012 - The US market for cosmetic and toiletry chemicals is set to grow by 5 percent annually to reach $9.9bn by the year 2016, a new market report reveals.

Biotech firm introduces proprietary anti-aging active

19-Jul-2012 - Biotechnology company Makucell has launched a cosmetic active based on its proprietary technology aimed at combatting skin aging.

J&J second quarter sales stumble on domestic performance

18-Jul-2012 - Johnson & Johnson announce a drop in sales for its second quarter, as the company struggles against tough market conditions in the US and negative currency translations.

Burberry and Inter Parfums still locked in licensing discussions

18-Jul-2012 - British fashion brand Burberry continues to discuss the future of its fragrance and beauty licensing agreement with Inter Parfums, which may result in the termination of the contract at the...

Sabinsa receives US patent for selenium dipeptides aimed at preventing hair loss

18-Jul-2012 - Ingredients provider Sabinsa has received a US patent for its latest development of selenium dipeptides, specifically for hair care applications.

CCA Industries reports strong financials by hitting the right niches

17-Jul-2012 - New Jersey-based CCA Industries has reported strong financial results for the second quarter as it continues to focus on niche products for the US market only.

Cosmoprof North America opens its doors this Sunday

17-Jul-2012 - Cosmoprof North America, one of the biggest industry events in the Americas, will open its doors in Las Vegas this weekend and the Cosmetics Design team will be there to...

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Discussions between Interparfums and Burberry continues

17-Jul-2012 - Inter Parfums has announced that since December 2011, the fragrance company and its subsidiary, Burberry have been engaged in discussions on the creation of a new operating model for the business.

Expert shines a light on the importance of formulation strategy

16-Jul-2012 - Formulation strategy is vital to creating a successful cosmetic or personal care formulation, explains expert Dr. Luigi Rigano.

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ICMAD presentation clues in on top three industry challenges

16-Jul-2012 - The Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers & Distributors association is holding a presentation on the back of next week's Cosmoprof event in Vegas that will focus on the top three challenges facing...

What will the next step be for Procter & Gamble?

16-Jul-2012 - The recent announcement that an activist investor has taken a substantial stake in P&G has led to further speculation about the company’s future, including that of CEO Bob McDonald....

Study links cosmetics to increased risk of diabetes but trade association denies reports

16-Jul-2012 - A new study has suggested that phthalates found in many cosmetic products could increase the risk of diabetes in women, although the industry has moved quickly to refute these claims.

Activist investor takes stake in Procter & Gamble

13-Jul-2012 - Reports that the Pershing Square Capital management company has bought a significant stake in P&G have given a boost to the company’s share price, and also comes at a time when the...

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CEW host talk by two leading Coty executives

12-Jul-2012 - Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) is hosting a talk to be given by two leading Coty executives, charting the phenomenal rise of this leading fragrance player in recent years.

New Shin-Etsu silicone ingredient targets sensorial properites

12-Jul-2012 - Shin-Etsu has launched a new silicone-based ingredient for the hair and skin care categories that underlines the growing trend towards formulations with heightened sensorial properties.

Cosmetic ingredients should only be reviewed if science backs up safety concerns

12-Jul-2012 - It is now more important than ever that specific ingredients are only put up for official review if there are solid scientific concerns about their safety, says an industry trade...

Nordenia International sold to packaging rival Mondi

12-Jul-2012 - Germany-based Nordenia International has been sold off by its current owner, investment company Oaktree Capital, to global packaging provider Mondi Group.

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MAC teams up with comic publisher for second time

11-Jul-2012 - MAC Cosmetics has paired up with another comic publisher, Archie Comics to produce a full line of cosmetics for 2013.

Global fragrance market expected to reach $15.7bn by 2017

11-Jul-2012 - The global fragrance market is expected to reach $15.7 billion by 2017 with natural ingredients and high end perfumes driving demand.

Regis sales down on tough retail conditions

11-Jul-2012 - Hair care provider Regis reported a dip in its fourth quarter sales as it takes action to realign the business in the face of tough market conditions.

HBA attendees vote for their winning Beauty & Personal Care products

11-Jul-2012 - HBA Global has announced the winners of both its Splash show concept and the Exhibitor New Product Excellence Awards, highlighting some of the most innovative new industry launches.

Symrise becomes first fragrance maker to join EPAA to promote alternative testing methods

11-Jul-2012 - Fragrance firm Symrise has become the first company in its field to join the European Partnership for Alternative Approaches to Animal Testing (EPAA).

Global cosmetics packaging provider HCP bought up by investment company

11-Jul-2012 - China-based international cosmetics packaging player HCP Holdings has been bought out by US private equity fund TPG Capital -a move that is likely to fund its expansion into Europe.

Course focuses on entry into the Asia Pacific market

10-Jul-2012 - An online course from The Center for Professional Advancement (CfPA) will look at the best ways for cosmetics and personal care companies to tap into opportunities in the Asia Pacific...

Sustainable Cosmetics Summit to take place in Latin America

09-Jul-2012 - São Paulo, Brazil will provide the venue for the first Sustainable Cosmetics Summit to be held in the fast growing and evolving Latin America market.

NYU scientists discover possible treatment to reduce scarring

09-Jul-2012 - Scientists at New York University have discovered a possible treatment aimed at diminishing the overall size of a scar and improve the quality of skin within the scar.

Q Research Solutions launches new fragrance evaluation tool

09-Jul-2012 - New Jersey-based Q Research Solutions has unveiled a new fragrance evaluation system, that is said to enhance testing efficiency and reliability.

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Revlon expands portfolio with latest acquisition

09-Jul-2012 - US beauty brand Revlon has announced that it has acquired certain assets of Bari Cosmetics, including the trademarks and intellectual property related to its Pure Ice nail enamel and Bon...

Naomi Campbell settles out of court over fragrance licensing

05-Jul-2012 - Naomi Campbell and fragrance licenser Moodform Mission have settled competing New York City court lawsuits relating to agreements to market several lines of fragrances.

29th IFSCC Congress to ‘inspire, imagine and innovate’

05-Jul-2012 - The Society of Cosmetic Chemists is set to host the 29th IFSCC Congress whereby the theme is to ‘inspire, imagine and innovate’ industry professionals.

Portola Packaging closes cosmetics division to focus on beverage

05-Jul-2012 - Portola Packaging is to focus on its beverage closures business after announcing its cosmetics segment will shut by the end of the year.

Research on keratin protein points to enhanced collagen expression

03-Jul-2012 - Keratin protein from sheep wool simulates the expression of specific types of collagen in humans, suggests new research conducted by the University of Miami that points to enhanced wound healing...

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Grant industries expands NJ facility

03-Jul-2012 - The global provider of specialty materials for personal care has announced it is expanding the business to keep up with its continued growth.

L’Oreal eyes expansion of its Kentucky production facility

03-Jul-2012 - L’Oreal has confirmed that it is proposing to make a $42m investment to increase the production capacity at its production facility in Kenton County, Kentucky.

BASF to open new synthetic menthol production site

03-Jul-2012 - BASF is opening a new L-menthol production facility at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany, said to produce a compound with improved purity and higher volumes, thanks to processing enhancements.

The latest appointments in the US cosmetics industry

02-Jul-2012 - This people on the move series brings you word on executive appointments amongst the leading players in the cosmetics industry, including AkzoNobel, Croda and Hallstar.

Bluestar Silicones opens manufacturing site aimed at personal care supply

02-Jul-2012 - Bluestar Silicones has opened up a major new manufacturing facility in South Carolina, aimed at supplying rising demand for silicone-based products to the personal care industry.

Coty goes public to raise $700m for its treasure chest

02-Jul-2012 - Fragrance player Coty has confirmed that it plans to raise approximately $700 million from an initial public offering, putting it in a stronger position for future acquisitions.