Chemyunion and the Latin American advantage in the beauty business

At this year’s in-cosmetics global event, Cosmetics Design sat down with Sérgio Gonçalves, international business director at Chemyunion, to learn about a new ingredient that could win out in the illusive yet ever-promising men’s skin care market; what matters most when it comes to exportable Brazilian hair straightening technology; and the unique leverage that this one Brazilian beauty ingredient maker has in the global cosmetics and personal care marketplace.

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Deanna Utroske, CosmeticsDesign.com Editor, covers beauty business news in the Americas region and publishes the weekly Indie Beauty Profile column, showcasing the inspiring work of entrepreneurs and innovative brands.

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