News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Johnson & Johnson has announced it is halfway to meeting its 2015 ‘Healthy Future’ goal to innovate better products with smaller environmental footprints by adding a range of new products to its Earthwards portfolio.
People on the Move
Cosmetics Design presents the latest round up of the movers and shakers in the cosmetics industry, including a reshuffle at L’Oréal, and appointments at Shiseido and Inolex.
Fine chemicals provider Oxea has announced price increases for specific materials that it suppliers in the North America, Central America and South American markets.
Specialty chemical company Allylix is looking to capitalize on the demand for terpene molecules used in fragrance applications, announcing it will develop and commercialize its own product, Epivone.
The variety of claims in skin care product advertisements continues to rise. Substantiation of these claims ensures that the product complies with regulations but the positive clinical results gain consumer acceptance and loyalty.
Distribution group DeWolf, who focus primarily on the North American Personal Care, Color Cosmetic and HI&I markets, will acquire specialty chemical distributor Tempo Canada as it looks to strengthen its position in the Canadian cosmetics market.