All news articles for July 2014

Avon turnaround is ‘taking longer than anticipated’

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Avon turnaround is ‘taking longer than anticipated’

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Avon Products admits that the company’s turnaround is taking longer than expected due to a difficult financial climate and tough markets, after announcing profits shrank in its second quarter.

Revlon remains confident despite Q2 profit stall

Revlon remains confident despite Q2 profit stall

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Make-up manufacturer Revlon has had to battle against a struggling color cosmetics market in the US but remains positive as although profits are down, there has been a small sales increase, particularly in the Professional segment.

Mintel: a gallery of hair care innovations

Mintel: a gallery of hair care innovations

By Michelle Yeomans

According to Mintel, there are many opportunities to drive sales in the mature shampoo/conditioner market, from more beauty-enhancing/functional men's shampoos to products featuring positive and aspirational benefits for older women. 

Is fragrance allergy partly psychosomatic?

Is fragrance allergy partly psychosomatic?

By Simon Pitman

Scientists in the US have been conducting research that suggests some individuals with allergic reactions to smell may be caused by what they think they smell, rather than the actual scent.

Star beauty blogger facing lawsuit

Star beauty blogger facing lawsuit

By Lucy Whitehouse

A dance music record label in the US is suing one of the world’s most famous beauty bloggers, Michelle Phan, alleging that she used music from their artists in her YouTube beauty reviews without permission. 

Scientific skin care holds vast opportunity

Scientific skin care holds vast opportunity

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientific skin care holds a great opportunity for beauty manufacturers as it merges the cosmetics industry with the medical industry, and the segment is tipped for growth.

The ‘global beauty consumer’ driving regulation alignment

The ‘global beauty consumer’ driving regulation alignment

By Lucy Whitehouse

The head of the Canadian Cosmetics, Toiletry and Fragrance Association (CCTFA), Darren Praznik, has spoken of the increasing need for international regulatory alignment in the face of the rising ‘global consumer’. 

Urban Decay made up with new augmented reality technology

Urban Decay made up with new augmented reality technology

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Augmented reality and phone apps have been tried and tested by a number of cosmetics companies, and it appears to be paying off for Urban Decay, as its newly implemented merchandising platform increases shopper engagement and purchase confidence.

Bucchini: “This is the first official blessing of​ beauty claims I am aware of...

Bella! EC backs beauty health claims; must be judged case-by-case

By Shane STARLING

Beauty claims are permissible under the EU nutrition and health claim regulation (NHCR) a European Commission committee has said in what an analyst says is a “first blessing” the EC may have taken from Italy’s stance on the matter.

Evonik’s US sets sights on men’s grooming market

Evonik’s US sets sights on men’s grooming market

By Simon Pitman

Evonik’s VP of personal care in North America explains how the ingredients player is planning to capitalize on the growing opportunities in the region’s men’s grooming market by developing a deeper understanding of what male consumers are looking for.

Stem cells hold key to hair regrowth

Stem cells hold key to hair regrowth

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Stem cells could hold the key to telling hair follicles to grow after US researchers found that Transit-Amplifying Cells emit a signal that tells quiet hair follicle stem cells to become active.

EU cosmetics Regulation one year on: How is industry coping?

EU cosmetics Regulation one year on: How is industry coping?

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

It has now been over a year since the new cosmetics regulation came into force on 11 July 2013 but challenges still remain for companies to be compliant, and a recent survey shows that deciding which preservatives to use is the number one challenge for...

CEW launches revamped image and networking tool

CEW launches revamped image and networking tool

By Simon Pitman

The Cosmetics Executive Women organization has revealed a new look, complete with reworked logo, redesigned website and a new networking tool called CEW Member Connect.

Nivea’s new anti-ageing boutique targets older women

Nivea’s new anti-ageing boutique targets older women

By Lucy Whitehouse

Beauty brand Nivea have recently launched a new ‘immersive’ retail space, dubbed Face Facts Boutique,  with which the brand hopes to attract a larger consumer base of women aged 40 – 60.

Consumer report finds questionable ingredients in cosmetics

Consumer report finds questionable ingredients in cosmetics

By Michelle Yeomans

Consumer Reports 'ShopSmart' says it has found numerous body care products with potentially harmful ingredients, such as coal tar color, triclosan, and formaldehyde releasing chemicals following a year long investigation.

ABT and Restorsea resolve legal dispute

ABT and Restorsea resolve legal dispute

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The legal dispute between Aqua Bio Technology and Restorsea over the breach of a business contract has ended with both companies hoping to move on.

Mobile apps: opportunity or risk for beauty brands?

Mobile apps: opportunity or risk for beauty brands?

By Lucy Whitehouse

With apps which center on beauty products now hitting consumers’ screens thick and fast, CosmeticsDesign takes a look at whether the swiftly evolving mobile space poses an opportunity for brands, or a risk.

The power of Instagram – Beauty Top 10

The power of Instagram – Beauty Top 10

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Instagram is a growing social media force and its photo-sharing appeal seems like a great fit for beauty brands as it is visual, connects with the consumer, takes advantage of the power of the hashtag, and lets people see behind the scenes of some of...

Update: EC wraps up EDC review

Update: EC wraps up EDC review

By Michelle Yeomans

The European Commission has implied in a recent review paper that it has concluded ensuring that REACH covers the assessment of EDCs.

NYX Cosmetics: beauty's video marketing powerhouse

NYX Cosmetics: beauty's video marketing powerhouse

By Lucy Whitehouse

The recent acquisition of NYX Cosmetics by industry giant L’Oreal confirmed the smaller brand’s prowess in the video marketing online sphere. Here, Cosmetics Design takes a look at what it’s getting so right.

Cosmoprof Las Vegas 2014, in photos

Cosmoprof Las Vegas 2014, in photos

By Simon Pitman

The first day of Cosmoprof Las Vegas 2014 might have coincided with the World Cup Final, but that did not stop the crowds flocking into this huge event. But for those that wanted to keep track of the match score, a huge screen was there for all to watch...

L’Oreal sees opportunity in dermo-cosmetics

L’Oreal sees opportunity in dermo-cosmetics

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

L’Oreal sees big gains to be made in the dermo-cosmetics arena and the Active Cosmetics Division’s general director believes that having strengthened its market position, its 2 targeted brands, Vichy and La Roche-Posay, are well placed to drive on.

Health Canada consults on new regulatory framework

Health Canada consults on new regulatory framework

By Michelle Yeomans

Health Canada is set to launch consultations this fall on a new framework aimed at streamlining and updating the current regulations for cosmetics that are currently defined as “drugs” under the Food and Drugs Act.