2012's Top Stories

Cosmetics Design USA – the top five stories of 2012

20-Dec-2012 - It has been a tough year for the North American cosmetics industry, which has meant that more than ever innovation, the key trends and faster growth in the emerging markets have...

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Happy Holiday from the Cosmetics Design USA team!

20-Dec-2012 - CosmeticsDesign.com USA would like to wish our readers a Happy Holiday!

Industry speculates Coty may put Avon offer back on the table

19-Dec-2012 - As December rounds off what has been a tough year for Avon between declining sales and shares, bribery investigations and its CEO stepping down, media reports speculate that Coty may...

Luxe Pack New York 2013 set to grow further

19-Dec-2012 - Following the success of the 10th edition of Luxe Pack New York last year, its organizer says that the 2013 event is set to be the biggest to date, with...

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Happy holidays from William Reed Business Media!

19-Dec-2012 - The working year is almost done, time to pause from ‘the business’ and embrace the festive season…go on, give it a big hug. Happy holidays!

L’Oréal: animal testing alternatives vital but ensuring product safety is a MUST

19-Dec-2012 - 2012 has seen a big focus on animal testing in the cosmetics industry particularly with the proposed marketing ban coming into play in Europe next year. Whilst companies want to...

Kanebo restructures in a bid to globally expand

18-Dec-2012 - Kanebo Cosmetics has recently unveiled a major new business structure and vision that aims to set the company on course for significant global expansion leading up to 2015 as the...

Getting a tablet this holiday season? Time for cosmetics to target m-commerce

18-Dec-2012 - In the words of a well-known beverage company, the ‘holidays are coming’, and this presents an opportunity for cosmetics manufacturers to not only sell their products traditionally, but also utilize...

Watchdog reports Philippine vendors still defying mercury ban

18-Dec-2012 - Public interest group, the EcoWaste Coalition, has announced that despite efforts to rid the Philippine markets of mercury laden cosmetics, nine Chinese drug stores and beauty shops in Manila were...

L’Oréal concentrates on skin science development with new research centre

18-Dec-2012 - Following a string of facilities opening around the world, French firm L’Oréal has opened an Advanced Research Centre in A*STAR's Institute of Medical Biology (IMB) to plug into the research...

FDA final rule on sunscreens comes into effect today

17-Dec-2012 - Today is D-day for some sunscreen manufacturers as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s deadline to comply with new labelling rules runs out.  

Minafin Group acquires Pressure Chemical

17-Dec-2012 - France-based industrial group Minafin has announced the acquisition of a majority holding in Pennsylvania-based fine chemicals player Pressure Chemical Company.

Bell predicts top four global fragrance trends for 2013

14-Dec-2012 - Global fragrance and flavours player Bell has asked its worldwide marketing teams to come up with the biggest trends for next year, with nostalgia, big films and relaxation all proving...

Avon to cut jobs and pull out of South Korea as crisis continues

13-Dec-2012 - Avon Products has announced it will pull out of the South Korea and Vietnam markets and cut 1500 jobs worldwide as it continues to look for ways to stabilize the...

Hemp oil manufacturer to produce more cosmetic applications in 2013

13-Dec-2012 - Medical Marijuana, a US biotech company, has teamed up with its portfolio company, Phytosphere for its 2013 harvest as it plans to further develop over-the-counter hemp product applications for cosmetics in...

Breakthrough: scientists develop molecules that act as UVA filters

13-Dec-2012 - Scientists at the University of Bath have created innovative compounds that will be the first of their kind to provide on-demand protection against sunlight-mediated skin ageing and damage.

Scientists work towards developing cosmetic ingredients from essential oils

13-Dec-2012 - An international team of scientists has revealed it is getting close to developing a technology that will transform essential oils into high-value and sustainable alternative ingredients for a range of...

Glycoprotein-based skin care firm teams up with APN

13-Dec-2012 - Skin care maker Senté has entered into an agreement with group purchasing organization Aesyntix Physician Network, as it looks to expand the distribution of its products based on glycoproteins.

Never mind skin hydration, now it’s all about moisturizing the mouth!

12-Dec-2012 - Ashland Specialty Ingredients has developed and launched a new ingredient that is designed to help maintain moisture levels not for the skin, but for the mouth.

Campaign for Safe Cosmetics reports on 'who's naughty and who’s nice'..

12-Dec-2012 - The lobby group has compiled a report based on its’ ranking of retailers that it believes to be doing well, and not so well in terms of their commitment to cosmetics safety....

Congress members send letter to FDA calling for tougher action on formaldehyde

12-Dec-2012 - In a battle that has spanned the last two years; a group of congress members have written a letter to the US Food and Drug Administration expressing concerns over the...

L’Oréal opens world’s largest hair colour facility in Mexico

12-Dec-2012 - French firm L’Oréal has opened its $100 million dollar hair colour manufacturing facility in Villa de Reyes, Mexico, which will serve both the North American market and the fast-growing Latin...

US tops the beauty e-commerce tree but Europe shows potential

11-Dec-2012 - The US leads the pack when it comes to penetration and innovation in e-commerce, but there is now an opportunity for beauty brands in Europe following years of underinvestment in...

The French secret to anti-ageing? It’s a bit cheesy…

11-Dec-2012 - A new generation of anti-ageing products could be developed after researchers stumbled upon the anti-inflammatory properties of cheese whilst trying to discover the secret behind the French paradox puzzle.

HCT and Applied Minerals form JV for natural skin care line

11-Dec-2012 - Packaging player HCT Group and skin care provider Applied Minerals have formed a joint venture to produce a line of natural skin care products.

SkinCare Ingredients 2013 Virtual Trade Show: Put the date in your diary!

11-Dec-2012 - Cosmetics Design is readying its third annual SkinCare Ingredients virtual trade show, to be held on June 12, 2013, a date all skin care professionals should now have firmly marked...

Color cosmetics company to expand in Colombia with distribution deal

10-Dec-2012 - Delaware-based Impact Colors has signed an agreement with Golden Business Class (GBC) to distribute the pigment producer’s line of color products in Colombia.

Product display influences beauty purchases

10-Dec-2012 - Uncovering unconscious consumer habits could be the key to success for cosmetics companies this year, as a new study into consumer behavior has shown how point-of-sale positioning can influence someone’s...

International collaboration important for future of non-animal testing

07-Dec-2012 - The importance of international collaboration to the research and development of non-animal tests for the cosmetics industry has been highlighted by the scientific arm of the European Commission.

Ashland develops a way to apply sunscreen to wet skin

06-Dec-2012 - Ashland Specialty Ingredients, a commercial unit of Ashland has developed a patent-pending 'HydroSheer' sun care formulation that can now be applied on wet skin, for product makers on a global...

Former Elizabeth Arden VP launches his own skin care line

06-Dec-2012 - Anthony Vargas, former vice president of Research and Development at Elizabeth Arden has branched out to create his own anti-aging skin care line based on his experience as a long...

Coty could face court as class action is proposed over misleading mascara claims

06-Dec-2012 - Beauty behemoth Coty has found itself in a spot of bother after being hit with a proposed class action lawsuit over misleading claims made about its Rimmel mascara.

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Pizza Hut perfume....really?

06-Dec-2012 - The food giant has delved into the world of cosmetics with its very own perfume that it describes as "boasting top notes of freshly baked, hand-tossed dough."...

Kraft develops new formulation for tooth-whitening gum

06-Dec-2012 - Kraft Foods has filed a patent for tooth-whitening chewing gum that uses encapsulated solid peroxide within the base.

Demand for cosmetic wipes continues to outpace market growth

06-Dec-2012 - Cosmetics and personal care wipes continue to see big demand in the US and a continued improvement in the economy is set to see projected growth in the category outpace...

Packaging can do so much more to engage beauty consumers

06-Dec-2012 - With packaging potentially playing such a critical role in shaping a beauty consumer’s product choice, cosmetics companies need to adapt to the trends in order to maximise this opportunity.

Sony develops a device that spots 'invisible' skin blotches

05-Dec-2012 - Electronic specialist Sony has turned its focus to the cosmetics industry by developing a device that can analyze the condition of the skin whilst also being able to detect blemishes...

What happens in Vegas… is Peptan proof for Rousselot

05-Dec-2012 - French peptide producer Rousselot presented the latest scientific findings regarding its anti-aging product Peptan proving its efficacy at the SupplySide West trade show.

Eastman inks deal with Ross Organic to distribute sustainable cosmetics

05-Dec-2012 - Eastman Chemical Company has expanded its distribution network for its sustainable cosmetics products by signing an exclusive agreement with Ross Organics.

Ulta Q3 outperforms market expectations

04-Dec-2012 - Ulta Beauty today announced its financial results for third quarter ended October 27, 2012, with sales up higher than expectations due an increase in market share across several product categories.

Turbine's clever concept to get closer to its consumers..

04-Dec-2012 - As cosmetic companies seek to develop a closer connection to consumers, Canada-based Turbine has come up with a consultancy concept to give its users the opportunity to be part of...

L’Oréal pledges to create 200+ jobs with Kentucky expansion

04-Dec-2012 - L’Oréal USA has expanded its plant in Kentucky to meet the rising demand for hair care products and with it will create over 200 new jobs over the next three...

Personal care demand in Africa drives palm oil production

04-Dec-2012 - The desire for personal care products in Ghana and Nigeria is driving palm oil production in Africa and has even led to palm oil being imported as the local markets...

Latest technologies bring new dimensions to retail channels

04-Dec-2012 - At the recent in-cosmetics Asia event, Mintel senior analyst Vivienne Rudd gave a presentation that highlighted the latest technological innovations being used to entice consumers in the retail aisles.

Estée Lauder expands the roles of two key executives

03-Dec-2012 - In a move designed to continue the momentum of the company's global expansion, Estée Lauder says it is expanding the executive duties of Jane Lauder and Peter Litchenthal.

US patent granted for acne treatment

03-Dec-2012 - Skinvisible Pharmaceuticals has received a US Patent for combining retinoic acid with its patented polymer delivery system, Invisicare; a product that treats acne and skin cancer.

Online courses target latest formulation trends for color cosmetics

03-Dec-2012 - The CfPA is readying a two part comprehensive training course that will cover the fundamentals of color and decorative cosmetics for industry professionals.