In its efforts to further penetrate the US cosmetics and personal care product markets, internationalization project Beautycare Brazil enjoyed a successful first year at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day that topped over $1 million in international sales.
As the FDA continues to implement changes to begin enforcing some of MoCRA’s authorities and industry requirements by the end of this year, CosmeticsDesign checks in with Victor Mencarelli, Director of Global Regulatory Affairs at Orveon, to learn more...
Job changes and board appointments are an inevitable part of the shifting tides of the cosmetic and personal beauty care industry. In this recurring segment, CosmeticsDesign looks at recent and notable employment changes within these business areas.
The South Korea consumer goods company LG Household & Health Care is aiming to strengthen its luxury beauty brands as well as boost its overseas business as part of plans to drive growth.
Soapbox recently released its latest collection of collagen-based bond-builder products online and in Walmart locations across the US, satisfying consumer demand for naturally formulated restorative hair care options.
For manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics and personal beauty care product industries, improvements in electrostatic spray drying technology like PolarDry include faster material processing, reduced energy consumption, and ingredient material efficacy...
Michael Malul London will now serve consumers in twenty-four countries through collaboration with international DTC eCommerce company ESW, who solves multiple pain points for the company’s global brand expansion.
K-beauty company Clio Cosmetics is priming itself for entry into the European, Middle Eastern and South American markets, following record-breaking sales on US e-commerce platforms.
As consumers increasingly base purchasing decisions on product composition, organic brand Maple Organics looks to target US shoppers with natural and holistic options like its Beauty Adaptogen superfood supplement and Rose Beauty Oil.
Having gained a celebrity following and strong social media traction, award-winning cosmetics brand Velour Beauty continues to better reach targeted consumers by growing its retail product offerings in Ulta and Sephora stores around the world.
In addition to a $10,000 grant, the Inclusive Beauty Accelerator Program offers diverse beauty brands in the hair, skin, and sun care categories the opportunity to network with and learn from experienced industry professionals to expand brand awareness...
As consumer demand for sustainable cosmetics and personal care products continues to soar, L’Oreal’s investment into US-based biotech company Genomatica further demonstrates the crucial industry commitment to renewable resource development and formulation.
Offering educational, brand activation, mentorship, and networking support, the Walmart Start program is seeking applicant brands in the cosmetics and personal beauty care categories now through April 28 of this year.
To fulfill new industry requirements for facility registration and product listings, the FDA has stopped accepting submissions to the Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program as the organization develops and implements a new system for cosmetic product...
French beauty major L’Oréal has signed a deal to acquire Natura &Co-owned Australian luxury skin care brand Aesop in a deal set to propel global growth for the cult, clean aesthetic brand.
US skin care brand Dr Dennis Gross is gearing up to expand its presence in China’s enormous skin care market with the launch of six more products this year.
In this round-up of the business and financial updates in the APAC cosmetics industry, we highlight business developments from Coty, Kosé, Perfect Diary and more.
Now available to US beauty consumers, the A’pieu brand looks to expand its targeted audience of Gen Z shoppers through products like the unique Juicy Pang Water Blusher.
As demand for clean beauty care products continues to grow, oral health care brands like Boka are continuing to see success and rapid growth among U.S. consumers.
Finalists in NIQ’s program will have the opportunity to access exclusive data as well as mentorship and leadership support to expand brand awareness and refine business plans for greater success in the CPG beauty space.
Through the acquisition of CENTAURI Technologies, Aurorium seeks to continue global expansion within the personal beauty care product and other end-user focused sectors by leveraging the company’s experience as a technology-driven specialty materials...
Personal care major Johnson & Johnson is working with biotech specialist Sequential Skin to investigate whether there are any new markers for skin health, particularly those linked to acne and ageing.
The deal brokered between Givaudan and Amyris, Inc. outlines the addition of three key active ingredients for commercialization to extend both companies product offerings and consumer reach.
International personal care major Colgate-Palmolive is heavily invested in the digitisation of its business, building out augmented factories, clean data rooms and digital shelf innovation to drive growth globally.
Japanese beauty major Shiseido will start to prioritise strategic investments in three key areas – brands, innovation and people – to drive revenue growth, according to its CEO.
Boston-based private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners has acquired the North American operations of Unilever-owned personal care brand Suave as the European consumer goods major continues to divest parts of its beauty portfolio.
Consumer goods major Unilever has reported a net profit surge for the full year of 2022, led by strong growth in its recently carved out beauty and wellbeing division and good business in the Americas.
The Fragrance Creators Association has unveiled a Data Insight Program designed to track and predict US trends, ultimately empowering its members to make market-relevant decisions, says its president and CEO Farah K. Ahmed.
Suppliers and manufacturers to the U.S. cosmetics and personal beauty care products industry at risk of higher import costs, reduction in operations, and more.
JCPenney continues to pivot to meet post-pandemic shopping trends, with the retailer already halfway through the rollout of its beauty store-within-a-store concept.
As more beauty consumers shop in brick-and-mortar stores, what are retailers doing to convince people to step away from their smartphones and go IRL again?
Sephora pulled influencer lines from its shelves, Forma Brands filed for bankruptcy, and a slew of celeb beauty brands have faced increased consumer criticism. Is the ‘star power’-based business model failing? And if so, why?
TikTok changed the entire trends cycle for beauty brands in 2022, but how can it be used to drive sales in 2023? And what will happen if it’s banned in the US and EU?
In an ever-shifting landscape of mergers, acquisitions, and recapitalizations, the Yebo Group is starting Q1 2023 with confidence and a partnership with Exeter Street Capital Partners.
Four beauty giants and one fragrance major have been awarded a triple ‘A’ status for sustainable efforts across climate change, forests and water security this year, securing five of just 12 leadership spots in the annual CDP Rating.
Australian beauty brand Mary Grace has given its packaging a facelift and is embarking on an NPD drive, as it readies itself to set foot into overseas markets.
After seeing great success campaigning for amendments to the Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetics Act, the Personal Care Products Council shares its vision for 2023 and beyond.
The beauty industry can connect better with consumers by rethinking how it communicates and markets sustainable product offerings, bringing additional aspects into the narrative, say industry executives.
Provisions for increased financial support for developing countries and sharing the benefits of genetic resources more fairly will help ensure delivery of the 'historic' deal agreed at the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15) in Montreal, according...
Executive leaders from Rituals, L’Oréal, Colgate-Palmolive, LMVH and Weleda discuss how industry can truly advance sustainably and how critical consumer education will be for driving true change in this space, as well as wider health and wellbeing shifts.
Canadian beauty services brand Fancy Face saw success with its signature product line and flagship store and is now focusing on expanding reach and finding specific retail partners.
Products that instantly impress and brand communication that helps shape beauty and personal care usage will be key to driving superiority growth for Procter & Gamble, says its chief financial officer (CFO).
New climate targets will see multinational beauty manufacturer Coty getting more ambitious in its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy usage.
Forestwise, a supplier of wild harvest ingredient from the rainforest, is aiming to secure multinational customers from the cosmetics and food industry in order to better support the community.
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