The complete ban on the sale of cosmetics developed through animal testing in the EU which came into play on March 11, should ensure we will see greater collaboration between scientists and regulators, according to industry.
General trading company Sumitomo has seen its America and Brazil operations enter an agreement to form a joint cosmetic ingredient distribution business with ingredients supplier Cosmotec, as it looks to position itself as a big player in the global cosmetic...
Nature conservation organization, WWF’s Peru operation has endorsed the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) International Standards, for addressing this situation which is taking place across tropical rainforests around the world.
In a presentation given at last week’s Personal Care Product Council annual meeting in Florida, the head of Australia’s cosmetics industry association stressed how tackling regulation is the biggest priority.
The organizers of the Luxe Pack event are preparing for the sixth edition of the luxury packaging show, which will take place at the Shanghai Convention Center and will host a record number of exhibitors.
The European Union Reference Laboratory for Alternatives to Animal Testing (EURL ECVAM) has just released its strategy on how to achieve an animal-free solution for assessing chemicals for skin sensitisation.
A new study points to the possibility that UVA drying device, used in gel manicures at beauty salons both in the US and worldwide, could raise the risk of skin cancer.
Avon Products, which is facing the problem of sliding sales and mounting debts, is said to be planning a three-part bond offering in an attempt to refinance the debt.
France-based cosmetic contract manufacturer Fareva is planning expansion in its cosmetics packaging capabilities with the expansion of its recently purchased facility in Richmond.
The US-based market research firm has teamed up with The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) to source and provide detailed, highly accurate and actionable market information on the hair care sector to industry professionals.
After re-launching the brand a year ago in an effort to bring it back to its heritage, The Body Shop has taken further steps to solidify its global presence by establishing a stronger foundation with its' day-to-day suppliers.
The Mexican division of the cosmetics giant has teamed up with a label system specialist to create a shrink sleeve solution for its lipsticks, mascaras, and eyeliners in an effort to deliver more superior products at a lower overall cost.
The world’s biggest cosmetics company has scooped the top prize for its ethical practices, having been listed as one of Ethisphere’s 2013 World’s Most Ethical companies.
The Sustainable Cosmetics Summit will open its doors in New York City, 16 – 18 May, with a key focus on various aspects of green formulation, including green novel ingredents.
The Seattle-based cosmetic company set up by former Starbucks executive Jane Park just a short 18 months ago has managed to raise $10.3 million in a Series B financing round.
Nivea skin care maker Beiersdorf reported an increase in profits for full year 2012 with all of its core brands showing strong growth, and will continue to focus on success in the emerging markets going forward.
Friends of the Earth US and Australia are calling on the FDA to ban the use of a potentially hazardous form of anatase titanium dioxide in sunscreen and cosmetics.
A new study has found that increasing the body’s friendly strain of certain microbes with a skin cream or lotion may help calm spotty or imperfect complexions and protect the skin.
Solixir takes the beauty from within category to a new area by targeting its range of botanical-based natural beverages as a healthier alternative to sugary and high energy beverages that can exacerbate acne breakouts.
The Natural Products Association says that its rate of certification rose by 50 percent during the last year, hitting a new milestone with the 1,200th product certification.
Brazilian consumers have long led the way when it comes to green behavior and being sustainably-conscious, however they are not prepared to pay through the roof for products that meet these requirements.
Germany based flavours and fragrance manufacturer has acquired US fragrance business Belmay as part of plans to extend its business footprint into the North America market.
Procter & Gamble is targeting the all-important Latina spending dollar with its Orgullosa Progam, which rounds up prominent Latina media figures as ambassadors for the company’s broad brand portfolio.
US ingredients supplier Lipo Chemicals has expanded its global reach in response to the demand of its multinational customers and growing personal care market in India,by opening up a new office in Mumbai.
The company specializing in solutions for the beauty industry amongst others has received an expanded organic certificate to extract and process two new mushroom-based ingredients.
US biopharmaceutical company Signum Dermalogix has sealed a partnership with prestige beauty products firm Elizabeth Arden concerning a semi-exclusive global license for its cosmetic functional ingredient Arazine.
The hair care and color market needs to break away from investing in traditional media and distribution channels and look to the opportunities digital marketing can offer if it is to beat the market decline.
Beauty behemoth Beiersdorf believes that with animal testing bans coming into play, differing regulations around the world, and growing public concerns, 2013 could be a challenging one for the cosmetics industry; but one which should lead to further innovation.
