Intense competition created by the economic downturn has forced industries across Europe including that of cosmetics, to optimise their production processes and decrease operational costs by dealing in more specialised lines and machinery, according to...
This gallery takes a look at some of the news and highlights in personal care packaging, focusing on what is trending, and how cosmetic firms are kitting out their latest products.
In a world in which waste is becoming an ever greater problem, packaging comes under the spotlight as one of the biggest contributors, and with the beauty industry being no stranger to the sustainability question, one packaging firm believes it may have...
Environmental groups are applying increasing pressure to outlaw micro-beads because of their purported environmental impact, with California-based environmental group 5 Gyre mounting a particularly sophisticated campaign.
A Canadian dairy that specializes in raw milk products has been given a judicial sentence for trying to take advantage of a legal loophole by marketing the dairy produce as cosmetics.
The US arm of ingredient supplier Croda explains that extensive research and analysis into hair damage is key to identify the causes, and develop effective solutions; supporting claims made about new products.
Argentina’s regulatory authority has updated its list of colour additives which will permit previously prohibited substances in perfumes, personal care products and cosmetics.
Researchers at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science have received a grant to develop biodegradable PHA-based microbeads for cosmetics following concerns over environmental impact.
On Wednesday, June 12th 2013, the SkinCare Ingredients virtual trade show and conference will be back for the third year running for this crucial event.
It's action stations at P&G, where in the past few weeks, A.G. Lafley has been reappointed as company CEO, four new major executive appointments have been announced and, most recently, the company's business divisions have been restructured,...
Reducing its water impact is key to Reckitt Benckiser’s sustainability strategy according to the company’s newly published sustainability report, which came out today and highlights its environmental program and social contribution.
The procedure of exporting cosmetics from the US may present itself to some as a time consuming and or administrative nightmare. Here Cosmetics Design outlines the most efficient way for companies to get through the process based on FDA guidelines.
Could it be third time lucky? Rumours are flying around that consumer goods giants Procter & Gamble and Beiersdorf could be ready to strike a deal, having flirted before; despite the rumours being denied, we take a look at why the deal could make...
Market entry in Asia is often a stumbling block for many and can present cosmetic companies with a number of obstacles to overcome due to different regulatory requirements. Here Cosmetics Design takes a look at some of the main markets and the different...
A team of international scientists have released research results that is said to prove that using sunscreen regularly can reduce the signs of skin aging significantly.
In a world of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, the potential to be snapped and shared has grown rapidly and this is prompting people to take more care of their appearance, with cosmetic surgery figures rising as a result, according to two American physicians.
JeNu Biosciences claims to be the first company in the world to launch a beauty device that combines ultrasound technology with two different anti-aging formulations.
Being one of the biggest cosmetics companies in the world will always bring added pressure and scrutiny over everything it does, and for L’Oréal this means ensuring long-term, transparent relationships with high-quality suppliers.
According to a survey carried out by the CSPA trade association, personal care products, previously said to be the second largest category in the aerosol products industry, fell 4.7 percent from last year.
Having cemented its position in the beauty box market, discovery retail firm Birchbox is not resting on its laurels, as it unveils its new global brand identity and website, in a bid to improve and strengthen customer experience and create a lifestyle...
According to market researcher Canadean, the fragrance segment in Brazil will grow by a (CAGR) of 11.7 percent by 2017 due to the country’s growing affluence which will place it with the largest share among all Brazilian health and beauty industries.
Continuing its on-going research into skin care science and anti-ageing, Nivea product maker Beiersdorf has teamed up with the scientific network project AgeNet to study the effects of environmental factors responsible for skin ageing.
Thinning hair and pattern baldness are a big concern to many people, so it may come as good news that Japanese cosmetics maker Shiseido has teamed up with a Canadian bio-venture company and begun research on a regenerative treatment.
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization is calling for the cosmetics industry to use more jellyfish in formulations as over-fishing in the Mediterranean is boosting their numbers, thereby reducing fish stocks further.
Having announced that out-going CEO Bob McDonald will be replaced by his predecessor, A.G. Lafley, there are now plans afoot to promote four key executives, several reports have stated.
