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in-cosmetics Hamburg 2014, in pictures

in-cosmetics Hamburg 2014, in pictures

By Simon Pitman

The in-cosmetics event opened its doors in Hamburg on April 1st, with a packed conference programme, a plethora of new product launches in the innovation zone and special country focus on Brazil that put the spotlight on the countries cosmetics industry,...

Hair care launches at in-cosmetics 2014

Hair care launches at in-cosmetics 2014

By Lucy Whitehouse

The in-cosmetics Innovation Zone will give attendees the opportunity to gain an insight on the latest hair care developments. Take a look at the ingredients set to be showcased at the event next week, right here.

Mintel: brands helping the US BFW market make its comeback

Mintel: brands helping the US BFW market make its comeback

By Michelle Yeomans

According to the market researcher, in 2011 North America saw an all-time high in launches before numbers fell the following year. However, the region has arrested this decline with numbers growing by 33% between 2012 and 2013 and is on the up again.

Latest cosmetics packaging innovations

Pack Peek: New year, new packaging

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

So, here's the New year, well and truly under way. And, Cosmetics Design has taken at look at some of the new packaging in the cosmetics industry.

Pack Peek: December’s packaging innovations

Pack Peek: December’s packaging innovations

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Winter is in full swing now and the end of the year is upon us, but there has still been an array of new wrappings and packs in the cosmetics industry. Here, Cosmetics Design delves into some of the latest personal care packs.

Mintel: Asian luxury packaging innovations

Mintel: Asian luxury packaging innovations

By Chris BARKER

Despite the growth of mass-market Asia products, innovations in luxury packaging from this region are often overlooked. In recent years, high-end glass products from Asian companies, particularly those in Korea, are showing increased competitiveness with...

Pack Peek: A gallery round-up of the latest packaging news

Pack Peek

Pack Peek: A gallery round-up of the latest packaging news

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As winter kicks in it’s time to wrap up warm and there have been plenty of new wrappings and packs in the cosmetics industry. Here, Cosmetics Design delves into some of the latest personal care packs.

in-cosmetics Asia 2013, in photos

in-cosmetics Asia 2013, in photos

By Simon Pitman

This year's in-cosmetics Asia event opened its doors at the BITEC in Bangkok, Thailand, yesterday. The show boasts more exhibitors, a bigger than ever conference programme, the annual Best Ingredient Award and, new this year, the Product Trails,...

Cosmetics & Personal Care packaging innovations

Pack Peek

Pack Peek: New packaging this October

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As Autumn begins, the world of packaging has seen new launches in the professional, baby care and hair care markets. Here, Cosmetics Design delves into some of the latest personal care packs.

Makeup in New York 2013, in photos

Makeup in New York 2013, in photos

The third edition of the Makeup in New York opened its doors in the Chelsea district of Manhattan last week to the biggest ever show, with more floor space, exhibitors, demonstrations and an extended conference program. Set on three floors of the Centre548,...

The best of US BB and CC creams

The best of US BB and CC creams

BB and CC creams, which were mostly confined to Asian markets until a few years ago, have become a phenomenon. Short for blemish balm and color correcting respectively, these products are now predicted to be worth over $67 million in the USA by the end...

Pack Peek: What's new in September

Pack Peek

Pack Peek: What's new in September

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Anti-ageing, hair care, fragrance and airless have been the focus of the packaging world as summer ends and the Autumn readies itself for action. Here, Cosmetics Design delves into some of the latest personal care packs.

Pack Peek: This summer's innovations

Pack Peek: This summer's innovations

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Skin care, hair care, color cosmetics, make-up; this summer has been no stranger to a range of new pack types, whether it be dispensers, bottles or brushes.

The New Cosmetic Regulation: What changes?

The New Cosmetic Regulation: What changes?

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Last week Cosmetics Regulation which was adopted in 2009 finally went into complete action replacing the Cosmetics Directive of 1976 that used to rule cosmetics products in the European Union. Here, Cosmetics Design takes a look at some of the major changes.

Pack Peek: Summer lovin’, having a blast…

Pack Peek: Summer lovin’, having a blast…

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The summer is here and we have been blessed with some glorious weather, but what do the latest sunscreen and SPF make-up product packs look like? This gallery gives you the chance to take a look…

Highlights of the HBA 2013 event, in photos

Highlights of the HBA 2013 event, in photos

By Simon Pitman

The HBA event enters its third and final day today, highlighting some of the key innovations in packaging and finished goods from around the world. This photo gallery captures some of the most significant offerings at the event, including the Splash,...

Lafley announces restructuring of P&G business units

Lafley announces restructuring of P&G business units

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,...

Understanding Asia’s different regulations...

Understanding Asia’s different regulations...

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

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...

L’Oréal announces a series of major executive appointments

L’Oréal announces a series of major executive appointments

By Simon Pitman

L’Oréal CEO Jean-Paul Agon has announced a series of key executive appointments, all of which will take effect from 1st of July, this year. The appointments all include key executives who all have a significant history in the company, including Nicolas...

Luxe Pack New York 2013, in pictures

Luxe Pack New York 2013

Luxe Pack New York 2013, in pictures

By Simon Pitman

Luxe Pack New York 2013 was billed by the event organizers as the biggest show to date. The additional exhibition floor space providing for an extra 20 exhibitors, combined with an extended conference program and Mintel's Innovation Zone combined...

Suppliers Day 2013 in pictures

Suppliers Day 2013 in pictures

By Simon Pitman

Ah, the glamor of the cosmetics industry! The NYSCC Suppliers Day 2013 opened its doors for two days last week in Edison, New Jersey, with the event billed as the largest to date. Exhibitors were once again crammed into every nook and cranny, while a...

in-cosmetics 2013, in photos

in-cosmetics 2013, in photos

By Simon Pitman

in-cosmetics Paris 2013 closed its door this week and became the biggest and best attended show to date. This photo gallery includes some of the highlights of the event, including the packed aisles, some of the most eye-catching booth designs and the...

in-cosmetics Innovation preview: Liquid Assets

in-cosmetics Innovation preview: Liquid Assets

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Dry skin is a key concern in Europe meaning that hydration forms a key part of skin care regimes. With this in mind, this year’s innovation zone at the in-cosmetics event in Paris has water on the brain and will showcase some of the latest face care liquid...

in-cosmetics Innovation preview: Beauty drinks focus

in-cosmetics Innovation preview: Beauty drinks focus

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As with years gone by, in-cosmetics is pleased to announce its Innovation Zone, showcasing the latest in creative inspiration, providing an area to catch up on all the latest products and exclusive show launches in one place. Here, we look at the beauty...

Hair Care/ Color brands connect to consumers with Instagram

Hair Care/ Color brands connect to consumers with Instagram

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Instagram is one of the fastest-growing emerging platforms, registering 10 percent month-over-month growth between December 2012 and January 2013. Here Cosmetics Design takes a look at the top 10 hair care and color brands using the platform.

Cosmoprof presents the perfume Oscars

Cosmoprof presents the perfume Oscars

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna hosted the 24th edition of the International Award organised by Accademia del Profumo; recognising the leading perfume innovations of the year. Here, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com takes a look at the winners…

PCPC Annual Meeting 2013

PCPC Annual Meeting 2013

By Simon Pitman

The Personal Care Products Council opened its doors to the 2013 Annual Meeting at The Breakers Resort in West Palm Beach, Florida yesterday, for the first day of a three day program covering trends presentations, a global forum, a policy summit and strategic...

Pack Peek: Cosmetics packs that have caught the eye

Pack Peek: Cosmetics packs that have caught the eye

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

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.

Industry events turn to apps to aid show organisation

Industry events turn to apps to aid show organisation

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The cosmetics industry was traditionally slow on the uptake of mobile applications for smartphones; but what has become an area of growth for manufacturers in recent years has also been utilized by a number of industry event organizers, who have developed...

in-cosmetics Asia 2012 in pictures

in-cosmetics Asia 2012 in pictures

By Simon Pitman

in-cosmetics Asia 2012 opened its doors in Bangkok, Thailand yesterday. Here we bring you some of the highlights from the first couple of days of the event, including some of the more high profile stands, as well as drawing attention to the trends that...

Cosmoprof North America 2012, in pictures...

Cosmoprof North America 2012, in pictures...

By Simon Pitman

We bring you all the news from the Cosmoprof North America 2012 show, in Las Vegas. This gallery of photos depicts some of the highlights of the event, which included an emerging beauty products show case, an innovation pavilion, a selection of country...

Photo highlights from the 2012 HBA Global Expo

Photo highlights from the 2012 HBA Global Expo

By Simon Pitman

Visitors to the HBA Global Expo 2012 were greeted with a novel seating area that provided visitors an opportunity to orientate themselves and network, before tackling the show floor. This year the floor included the Splash Pavillion, a pavillion for new...

Suppliers' Day 2012 Photo Gallery

Suppliers' Day 2012 Photo Gallery

By Simon Pitman

The recent Suppliers Day 2012 was a sell out event with record attendance, once again. Here we look at some of the key events on the stands, looking at the event launches, promotions and what some of the biggest names in the industry were up to.

Pack Peek: a peek into the cosmetics packaging world

Pack Peek: a peek into the cosmetics packaging world

By Andrew McDougall

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.

Pack Peek: A peek at the cosmetics packaging highlights

Pack Peek

Pack Peek: A peek at the cosmetics packaging highlights

By Andrew McDougall

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.

CIBS Ladies Luncheon 2012, in photos...

CIBS Ladies Luncheon 2012, in photos...

By Simon Pitman

This year's CIBS Ladies Luncheon was a storming success, with thousands of guests attending the event. The proceedings got off to a flying start with late morning cocktails, followed by a banquet luncheon, seventies cabaret entertainment and a thumping after...