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30-Sep-2008

Equateq targets cosmetics industry with fatty acid ingredient

Lipid manufacturer Equateq is looking to pastures new with a topical fatty acid that shows anti-inflammatory action.

Beyond Beauty readies to open its doors

Beyond Beauty is set to open to the public this Sunday, October 5th, with the Villepinte exhibition centre in Paris expecting to host over 650 exhibitors.

Stars launch new fragrances in time for Christmas

A flurry of new fragrance launches bearing the names and images of some of the world’s most recognized faces has marked the run-up to the all important holiday season.

Green consumers don't back up principles with purchases

Green consumers may not be backing up their eco-conscious values with their dollars, according to a recent study.

Naturals player changes name to develop brand

Chicago-based naturals soap and toothpaste player Minar Products has changed its name to Sunrise Natural Products in an effort to expand its consumer and retail base.

29-Sep-2008

Brazil's export market is tipped for growth

Brazil’s cosmetics players are capturing Latin American and Middle Eastern markets as exports from the country flourish.

Sustainable cosmetics tops the agenda at industry event

The Personal Care Products Council is digging into sustainability at the upcoming Science Week event in New Jersey with a dedicated workshop.

Fairtrade cosmetics ride on success of naturals

Fairtrade has become almost inextricably linked with the fast-growing organic and naturals market, according to a new report from Organic Monitor.

Janson Beckett marks sales milestone with cosmeceutical launch

Janson Beckett Cosmeceuticals is celebrating the shipment of its millionth unit by extending its line of peptide-based skin care products.

26-Sep-2008

EU-China talks tackle regulation and trade barriers

Cosmetics and pharmaceuticals were high on the agenda at trade talks between the EU and China in Beijing this week.

25-Sep-2008

Silab's new ingredient tightens skin junctions to moisturise

Silab has released its new moisturising ingredient Cohesium that it claims tightens the junctions between the skin cells.

Clarins moves a step closer to delisting

French luxury beauty player Clarins says its holding company will proceed with a squeeze-out offer on September 26 to buy back the remaining shares it does not own.

LVMH puts stem cells under the microscope

Stem cells are a much talked about topic on the frontier of cosmetic science but will they really change the face of anti-ageing? Eric Perrier, the executive vice president of R&D at LVMH Parfums et Cosmetiques, shared his views on their potential.

PhotoMedex acquires LED treatment manufacturer

PhotoMedex has announced its acquisition of light-based treatment manufacturer Photo Therapeutics (PTL).

Teenagers bear cosmetics induced chemical burden, says EWG

The Environmental Working Group is back on the offensive with data indicating that hormone disrupting chemicals are finding their way from cosmetics into teenage girls.

Attendance at In-Cosmetics India rockets

Reflecting the massive potential for development in the Indian market, attendance at the recent In-Cosmetics event in Mumbai increased by 54 percent, its organizers claim.

24-Sep-2008

Good oral health bodes well for general health

New research indicates that attention to flossing and tooth brushing can help to promote a good heart, providing a new tool for oral care marketers.

Cosmetic science 'not respected by academia'

Cosmetic science and the accompanying journals suffer from a lack of respect within academia, according to one of the industry’s most distinguished scientists.

Estee Lauder focuses on the 'age of longevity'

Sirtuins, enzymes that slow down the rate of cellular division, are the next big thing in anti-ageing research, according to Dr Daniel Maes from Estée Lauder.

Arylessence launches high-end organic fragrances

Arylessence has created a range of organic fragrances in response to the growing market demand for luxury ‘green’ products.

23-Sep-2008

QVC launches channel dedicated to beauty

QVC UK has launched a dedicated beauty channel with product presentations running twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.

Du Pont presents latest packaging products at Luxe Pack

Du Pont will present fresh packaging design concepts and new sustainable materials at the Luxe Pack trade show in Monaco next month.

Beauty consumers resist pressures to trade down

There are few signs that consumers are switching to cheaper personal care products despite price rises and economic instability, suggests a US market report from Fitch ratings.

Procter and Gamble seeks tax refund from IRS

Procter and Gamble (P&G) is suing the US Internal Revenue Service, claiming it has been overcharged in taxes.

Cosmeceutical skin care brand bought by software company

Marking an unusual diversification, Canadian cosmeceutical skin care brand Enhance Skin Products has been acquired by US software company Zeezoo.

22-Sep-2008

DSM and LibraGen enter transaminase deal

Dutch chemicals giant DSM and France’s LibraGen are targeting the chemical and pharmaceutical industries with their new chiral amine production accord, which aims to develop a range of new catalytic enzymes.

Avon plans new distribution center in Brazil

Avon has announced plans for a new distribution center in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in an attempt to meet growing demand in the region.

Avon plans new distribution center in Brazil

Avon has announced plans for a new distribution center in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in an attempt to meet growing demand in the region.

Alcan presents new make-up packaging concepts

Alcan Packaging showcased its latest creations for the color cosmetics market at the HBA Global Expo, emphasizing the importance of communication and convenience.

19-Sep-2008

French health association raises alarm over baby cosmetics

A sustainable health charity has launched a high profile campaign against the “toxic cocktail” of baby cosmetic products distributed in French maternity wards.

Beiersdorf opens salon stores in Berlin and Dubai

Beiersdorf has announced plans to open two Nivea Haüser (houses) in Dubai and Berlin, offering salon-like treatments to consumers.

18-Sep-2008

Nanotech trade body criticises study on sunscreen skin penetration

The Nanotechnology Industries Association (NIA) has hit back against a recent study which suggested sunburn may exacerbate skin penetration from nano-sunscreens.

Triclosan included in NGO's chemical risk list

International NGO ChemSec has released a list of chemical substances for which it feels companies should be searching for alternatives.

Signum signs deal to push anti-inflammatory ingredient

An anti-inflammatory skin care ingredient gets a boost as parent company Signum Biosciences signs a deal with a Japanese cosmetics manufacturer.

Bioplastics firm claims to have married performance and sustainability

Biodegradable packaging is often criticized for failing to match the quality of petroleum alternatives, but Telles claims to have developed a solution.

Locating the line between green and greenwashing

The marketing potential of sustainable products has led some unscrupulous companies to pull the wool over consumers’ eyes but the boundary between green and greenwashing is not always clear to see.

17-Sep-2008

Johnson and Johnson in trouble over anti-ageing advert

Johnson and Johnson is the latest cosmetics player to be criticised for its ‘unsubstantiated’ advertising claims.

BASF makes billion dollar offer for Ciba

BASF has announced plans to acquire rival firm Ciba for €3.8bn in a move that will extend significantly its range of products for the plastics and coatings industries.

Estradiol may stimulate collagen levels in sun protected skin

Topical estradiol can induce collagen synthesis but only in skin not exposed to sunlight, according to a recent study from scientists in Michigan.

Kate Moss promises to study perfume potential of gasoline

Perfumers are not adverse to the potential of unconventional scents but Kate Moss has a fondness for gas fumes that may push the boundaries of perfumery further than most.

Gar Laboratories sued over assault and wrongful dismissal claims

A former employee of Gar Laboratories has filed a lawsuit against the company alleging that she was fired after complaining that a co-worker attacked her.

16-Sep-2008

Eastern Europe drives growth at Beiersdorf

Beiersdorf has expanded its market share in Central and Eastern Europe as the economic downturn in Europe and North America pushes companies towards emerging markets.

Art and Fragrance struggles in current economic climate

Rising costs and a negative exchange rate have led niche perfumer Art and Fragrance to report significant losses for the first half of 2008.

Blossom launches tween skin care at HBA

A new skin care range designed for tweens was launched at this year’s HBA promising safe and gentle formulas for young skin.

Shoppers more likely to stay loyal to cosmetics than other goods

Cosmetics manufacturers can rest assured as consumers are more likely to stay loyal to their beauty care brands than medicines or household goods, according to a ShopSmart survey.

Hypermarcas completes major Brazilian cosmetics acquisition

Hypermarcas has taken a deeper bite into the Brazilian cosmetics market with the acquisition of Niasi for R$366m ($200m).

15-Sep-2008

Coty announces strong annual sales across all divisions

Fragrance giant Coty has announced fiscal year sales of $4 billion; a significant improvement on last year’s results.

Senetek releases new cytokinin-based anti-aging ingredient

A new anti-aging ingredient Pyratine-6 has been launched by California-based company Senetek.

Alberto Culver acquires skin care brand from P&G

Alberto Culver has acquired skin care brand Noxzema from Procter and Gamble, in an attempt to focus on the category.

12-Sep-2008

Swallowfield reports high profit growth

Contract manufacturer Swallowfield has reported strong full year results as it implements major growth plans.

11-Sep-2008

India market brimming with up-market potential

Although the Indian market remains weighted towards basic personal care and cosmetics products, a growing and increasingly affluent middle class is behind the switch to more sophisticated products.

Silab showcases new organic ingredients line

France-based ingredients supplier Silab has been showcasing its recently released organic ingredient lines at New York’s HBA trade show.

HBA Awards highlight a year of innovation

The HBA Awards dinner threw L'Oreal's Skin Genesis into the limelight as the team behind its packaging scooped up the grand award for the International Package Design Award.

Dow Corning and Elevance announce ingredients partnership

Dow Corning has signed a partnership agreement with Elevance Renewable Sciences to create naturally derived ingredients for the personal care market.

10-Sep-2008

Serdex secures membership with Ethical BioTrade

Active ingredients supplier Serdex says it has fulfilled the necessary requirements to make it the first member of the Union for Ethical BioTrade.

Nestle expands further into beauty from within

Nestle has stepped into the beauty food and beverage market with a juice drink destined for cosmetics counters rather than supermarket shelves.

Stem cell technology is the ‘new age of anti-aging’ skincare, say top scientists at HBA

In a session led by Eric Perrier from LVMH, scientists discussed the potential new research into skin stem cells will have on the cosmetics market.

Impressions Packaging extends PET bottle range

Impressions Packaging has extended its range of heavy wall PET bottles to include pearlescent effects that combine eco-friendly qualities with a high end look.

09-Sep-2008

HBA 2008 opens doors to the cosmetics industry

North America's biggest industry event opened its doors today. Billed as the leading product development event, the CosmeticsDesign team will be reporting live.

Rexam debuts turbo insert at HBA in New York

Global packaging supplier Rexam has released its new Turbo Insert to boost the spray application of viscous liquid formulations.

Bioplastics: Sorting the wood from the trees

With sustainable packaging rapidly becoming a priority for cosmetics companies, the buzz is around renewable and eco-friendly materials like bioplastics.

The issue of greenwashing and how to avoid it

As the green movement becomes inextricably linked to the cosmetics industry so too do questions over the integrity of some of its proponents.

05-Sep-2008

Bormioli Rocco launches recyclable cosmetics packaging

Italy-based packaging provider Bormioli Rocco has introduced a line of 100 per cent recyclable PET bottles and roll-ons to meet growing demand for sustainable packaging.

04-Sep-2008

New Unilever CEO charged with turning business around

Anglo-Dutch personal care and food giant Unilever has appointed a new CEO, Paul Polman, to replace the outgoing company head Patrick Cescau.

China food ingredients company expands into cosmetics

Nanjing-based food ingredients company Fenchem says it is expanding into globally supplying cosmetics ingredients as a natural next step for the growth of its business.

P&G buys up scalp care specialist Nioxin Research Laboratories

Building on its strength in scalp care category Procter & Gamble has acquired Nioxin Research Laboratories, which specializes in products for thinning hair.

Market for cosmetic surgery products set for growth

Demand for cosmetic surgery products is set to grow significantly, driven by the trend towards less invasive treatments such as injections as well as laser and light-based treatments.

US personal care companies hone in on Asia market

Fighting off a stagnant domestic retail market, more and more US personal companies are turning to the Asian markets to further boost their business operations.

03-Sep-2008

Ultragen launches radio frequency anti-ageing device

Ultragen is launching its hand held anti-ageing radio frequency device in France market, as part of a wider European market rollout.

News-in-brief: Nivea, Lierac, Lush

Nivea for men launches hair care for thinning hair, Lierac Paris re-formulates its anti-aging cream with mother of pearl extract and extreme protesting can be seen in Lush’s London store.

IBI announces major new Glycerin plant in Brazil

Integrated Biodiesel Industries (IBI) has announced the construction of a glycerin production facility in Brazil to feed the growing demands of the personal care industry both in Brazil and internationally.