It has been a fast-paced year for the industry, with many of the global markets gathering momentum after the protracted economic downturn, which has translated into a fast pace of development.
Perfume is forever giftable; yet standby products like celebrity fragrance and eau de parfum aren’t necessarily the best sellers they once were. This year, specialty fragrance is putting a bow on it!
This Holiday season we noted the return of the beauty Advent calendar. The version for grown-ups has created new opportunities for cosmetic brands of late, particularly in 2014 with the rise of the festive ‘self-gifting’ trend.
As the Holiday season is upon us and we wave goodbye to another year (where did the time go?!) it is time to reflect on what happened in the industry and pick out the success stories and the underperformers.
Christmas and the holiday season can often seem like a license for the creatives in the cosmetics industry to let rip. And some of the launches highlighted in this special gallery from Mintel are certainly evidence of that.
It has been a big year for luxury acquisitions this year, as cosmetics players at the top end of the business have scrambled around to make value-added additions to their business.
France’s Competition Authority (Autorité de la concurrence) has issued a fine to 11 personal and home care companies, which includes L’Oréal, Unilever, and Beiersdorf, over allegations of a conspiracy to rig the prices of products such as shampoo.
Avon Products confirmed a settle with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to its long-standing litigation concerning overseas business practices.
The US team behind Amore Pacific’s groundbreaking factory tour concept has received the Themed Entertainment Association award for Outstanding Corporate Branding.
The holidays are fast upon us, so let’s put ‘business’ to one side and get into the festive mood. To keep in the spirit of things, we’ve got a ‘gift’ for you – enjoy. Happy Holidays!
The 2015 Cosmetics Compliance Seminar will be held in San Francisco, California this Spring and will focus on bringing the industry up to speed on the latest in regulation and consumer litigation.
Consumers are more interested in skincare products that ensure the appearance of wellness and a healthy complexion, according to industry research scientist Yulia Park who devotes her energy to measuring product efficacy rather than formulating makeup.
Organic Monitor aims to encourage green labels and certification schemes in North America with its next Masterclass, giving an update on green standards, market developments, and addressing the technical issues associated with developing natural and organic...
A team of scientists in Florida has published the latest findings in an ongoing study that is using radiofrequency technology in the treatment of acne scarring.
Speaking in New York City last week, makeup artist Rick DiCecca shared some insight into spring trends and pertinent segments in the cosmetics industry.
The packaging and applicator company has designed a new container that will warm up a personal care product before dispensing it, providing a more soothing skin care experience.
The Personal Care Products Council announces that its general counsel, Elizabeth Anderson, has received the 2014 Distinguished Service & Leadership Award from the Food & Drug Law Institute (FDLI) for her contributions to the community.
a Sustainability is likely to be the defining element for the cosmetics industry in North America, according to Evonik’s North America personal care vice president, Paul Washlock, who believes that the industry is responding to the demands of a better...
Yorkshire-based Croda has released new skin data backing up the efficacy of its emollient Cromollient SCE, as the consumer demand for mild and gentle cleansing products grows.
On the back of strong quarterly results published last month, Estée Lauder has been given the seal of approval by a number of financial analysts this week.
Nestlé Skin Health will open a global network of 10 innovation hubs focused on developing solutions and techniques that will promote healthy skin through medical investigation, education and application of skin health technologies.
The Brazil market for cosmetic and personal care products has exploded over the past ten years, and a new blog post from Mintel highlights how natural products have led the way.
A new system makes it possible to synthesize innovative tri-peptides that will function predictably as hydrogels, which can be workable cosmetics ingredients.
Latest hiring and promotions this month in include key appointments at fine chemicals provider Charkit, a cosmetics dedicated executive at silicones provider Shin Etsu.
Proactiv ran the first episode of their #BeYouTV series this week and has scheduled out shows based on popular search terms, media personalities and lifestyle topics to run weekly in to March 2015.
As 2014 draws to a close, we are all looking to next year and for cosmetics companies, and many others in the fast moving consumer goods sector, 2015 will see packaging play an important role in attracting consumers.
The California Air Resource Board (CARB), the clean air agency for the state government of California, has requested that all personal care companies complete a survey detailing products sold in the state during 2013.
The first edition of the two-day Makeup in Sao Paulo events closed its doors on December 4th last week, with organizer Beauteam claiming it had a strong turnout.
Botanical extract player Naturex is opening a subsidiary in Chile to strengthen its position in Latin America, in a move that builds on its January 2014 acquisition of the Chile Botanics business.
According to analysts at Mintel, the dry shampoo category has catapulted from 1% of all new shampoo products in 2009, to 5% in 2014, thanks to the likes of advanced powder valve technologies helping to power the segment.
Croda has unveiled the findings from a study into the efficacy of its scalp moisturizing and hair conditioning treatment DuraQuench IQ SA that broaden its applications.
Technology that will make this reality is advancing swiftly. The company collaborating with L’Oreal on bioprinted skin tissue has made promising progress and forged new research partnerships.
Mibelle Biochemistry is introducing its latest biological active hitting on the current anti-pollution trend in the industry as it targets oxidative stress at the cellular level.
Many people live busy lives so when it comes to evaluating whether a skin care product will be effective; manufacturers need to make the benefits clear to consumers straight away in Brazil.
In recent years the FDA has become increasingly interested in cosmetic marketers. It now has California-based company Cell Vitals under its microscope.
Nivea producer Beiersdorf is cooperating with Nobel Prize winner in chemistry, Professor Stefan Hell to develop a new microscope technology set to revolutionize skin-ageing research as it can represent cells more precisely.
The natural products company unloaded BluScience for $750,000 to refocus on ingredient technologies and sales for several industries, including cosmetics.
