We spoke to Symrise’s Director of Microbiology Research, Steffen Nordzieke, about the company's latest research in the microbiome of underarm sweat, which he unveiled at last week’s IFSCC conference in Barcelona.
In partnership with the PCPC, UC has made the graduate certification program available to educate cosmetic manufacturing professionals in preventing contamination of cosmetic products produced with natural preservatives.
No-rinse shampoos are both trendy and, when effective, could have a significant impact on the quality of life and hygiene of the elderly, bedridden and ICU patients.
Gillette Venus has just launched the latest partnership of its #SayPube campaign, centered around the pubic care product line and how women talk about body hair.
It has been a busy summer at CosmeticsDesign, with our editor visiting tradeshows across the country and checking on what’s happening in personal care.
New research published by Kao Corporation has demonstrated that skin pH and temperature can affect the antimicrobial activity on the surface of the hands.
The chemical company’s beauty care division has released data from a third survey, conducted across Canada, gathering information about hygiene and virus-prevention practices.
A deep dive into Kantar Worldpanel 2021 Brand Footprint
Colgate, Lifebuoy and Dove are the most chosen beauty and personal care brands in the world, with a hygiene focus driving growth in an otherwise flat market, according to Kantar Worldpanel’s 2021 Brand Footprint.
A public comment and consultation period is open now, but risk assessment and management reports have already been published and the Government of Canada plans to update The Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist accordingly.
Unilever-owned brand Lifebuoy says it will double down on product innovation and aggressive marketing tactics in order to maintain the sales boom seen throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
12-MINUTE WATCH: TRENDS 2021 BY COSMETICSDESIGN EDITORS
Multicultural beauty, sophisticated hygiene and green products for all will take the spotlight next year, as consumers turn to relatable and engaging concepts that fulfil their needs. CosmeticsDesign’s global editors take you through the top 15 global...
COVID-19 has created a dramatic and far-reaching shift in consumer habits, accelerating e-commerce, highlighting hygiene and hands, and soaring self-care to the top of the beauty agenda, according to Euromonitor International.
This month, Carey Jaros, President and CEO of the hygiene and skin care products manufacturing company, issued a statement to the press vowing to coordinate with school districts around the US to ensure they have ready access to soap, sanitizer, and disinfectant.
Personal care giant Colgate-Palmolive has reported a continued sales rise for the second quarter of 2020, driven largely by a strong performance in North America and increased demand for liquid hand soaps.
Consumer hygiene habits are changing as the Coronavirus health crisis wears on. And new survey data on the handwashing practices of women and men in Canada shows just who is washing their hands—for how long and how frequently.
As COVID-19 spread around the world, demand for soaps and hand sanitizer increased dramatically. And as the pandemic wears on, the need for basic hygiene products (and hygienic beauty solutions) remains constant. Here, Cosmetics Design looks at headlines...
The beauty industry will have to re-think product engagement and interaction as consumers emerge from the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis with safety and hygiene front-of-mind, highly aware of everything they touch, says a trends expert.
The ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has accelerated and morphed consumer trends, catapulting safety and hygiene to the fore and increasing the relevance of blockchain and biotech in beauty, says a trends expert.
Personal care major Unilever is working with the UK government on a global campaign to raise awareness about the importance of handwashing during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Henkel has recognized some of its leading suppliers in the personal care and home care segments as part of the annual American Cleaning Institute Annual Meeting and Industry Convention.
This month, the Ontario-based personal care and cosmetics contract manufacturer announced the acquisition of the Aromair Fine Fragrance Company, a move that expands the KDC business into a whole new industry.
The household chemical and product maker announced the forthcoming transaction late last week. It’s a deal that will add Method’s hand and body soaps to the SC Johnson portfolio.
The world’s biggest cosmetics company has expanded its Russian manufacturing capabilities in an effort to boost production of its L’Oréal Paris and Garnier skin care products.
This week, the company shared the fragrance ingredients used in the skin care brand Olay and the hair care brand Herbal Essences. And, the consumer goods company has plans to disclose all the fragrance ingredients in all of its products (not just beauty)...
The private label personal care contract manufacturer recently purchased new equipment that will enable the company to meet client needs for sample-size and single-portion packaging. BPI also has plans to innovate in the bath bomb space starting this...
The polymer-film making company behind such household goods as Cascade Action Pacs and Tide Pods announced this month a first product in this category—a single-use dissolvable pod pac of shaving cream.
The biotech company makes polymers, coatings, ingredients, and the like for an array of industries including cosmetics and personal care. With this new patent, Hydromer plans to launch a personal care products line as well.
This month the country’s government proposed regulations that will prohibit making, selling, and importing personal care products that are formulated with the plastic beads.
Until recently scalp wipes have been basically skin care for the head (like Bee Bald’s Refresh wipes for the head and face). Now the anti–hair loss collection from Rekze has changed the equation.
Indie beauty and the naturals trends are both seeing above-market-average, impressive growth. We take a look at how they connect, overlap and are even helping to boost each others’ sales.
Consumers in the UK are still displaying a healthy appetite for beauty and personal care, with the segment seeing a rise of 2% value growth in 2015 according to the latest Euromonitor data.
The Anglo-Dutch consumer goods giant has expanded its footprint in the men’s grooming space with the acquisition of Dollar Shave Club, one of the fastest growing personal care businesses in North America.
A new survey has found that for Indian consumers, international beauty players come out on top, with L’Oréal, Nivea and Maybelline three companies topping the list of preferred brands.
This according to market research firm Mintel; the company reports that consumers have a bit more money to spend and that seems to be good news for some personal care categories including multifunctional cosmetics as well as natural hair care.
By Belinda Carli, director of The Institute of Personal Care Science
Consumers are increasingly looking to balance their use of products with an environmental conscience, and we’re seeing this demand met by a new wave of products being promoted as ‘waterless’.
From ongoing innovation in facial skin care and cleansing to an intriguing new launch in hair care, the wipes market continues to grow. And industry experts are advising companies that make wipes to “think outside the box.”
Black Women for Wellness issued a comprehensive report this week that connects consumer and professional use of hair products to an array of health concerns, from skin and eye irritation to cancer.
Swiss fine chemicals specialist DSM has announced the appointment of a new vice president of ingredients and innovative solutions for beauty care products.
The biotech-driven personal care company has partnered with thee sizable dot-coms to reach more consumers; a strategy that may stretch to include brands DS Laboratories is acquiring from WR Group.
Private label player The Village Company has announced the acquisition of a number of hair care and deodorant brands from the High Ridge Brands company.
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