A lot is expected from the emerging markets in the cosmetics industry, and the global perfume segment is no exception, as under-penetration and innovative product launches are tipped to drive the market.
In a bid to improve its operational efficiency, International Flavors & Fragrances has announced it will close its Fragrances Ingredients manufacturing facility in Augusta, Georgia, with job losses expected too.
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Germany based flavours and fragrance manufacturer has acquired US fragrance business Belmay as part of plans to extend its business footprint into the North America market.
A recent report by health advocacy group ‘Women’s Voices for the Earth’ is claiming that "secret chemicals" used in fragrances in personal care products are causing allergic reactions and sensitivity to US consumers.
Independent fragrance brand Sebastian Signs has introduced a new fragrance delivery system that is based on a green Argan-oil based gel technology from JKH Ingredients.
Driven by the demand for ambergris alternatives in the perfume industry, scientists have developed a new sustainable technology for producing large quantities of a substitute for the world’s most treasured fragrance ingredient.
LVMH, one of the world’s biggest luxury cosmetics and fragrance player, has revealed continued market-leading growth for its final quarter and full year results, with the Christian Dior brand leading the way.
Fragrance provider Inter Parfums has secured the licensing rights to Alfred Dunhill Fragrances, taking the contract over from current licensee Procter & Gamble.
The fragrance supplier has announced the appointment of Peter Malton to its creative perfumery team where he will be responsible for developing new fragrances, both for its expanding its' external customer base and PZ Cussons brands.
The Scent & Care division of Symrise Brazil has become the first fragrance and flavor firm to join the Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT), as it seeks to promote biodiversity conservation.
Perfume developer George Friedman, who worked for a number of designer fragrances, has sadly passed away from a heart attack at his New York home, aged 77.
Nest Fragrances has announced an extensive range of new fragrances, as it breaks into the luxury cosmetics category on the back of a new equity investment partnership.
Burberry and Inter Parfums have announced that after months of negotiations, the two companies will not renew their fragrance and cosmetics licensing agreement.
With the global fragrance market expected to reach $15.7 billion by 2017, Cosmetics Design takes a look at what brands have been enjoying the sweet smell of success so far in 2012.
A research centre in Thailand has developed a slow release technology for the fragrance industry that could be adapted for perfume and cosmetic applications.
The Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors Association has announced the finalists for its seventh annual Cosmetic Innovators of The Year awards.
Westphalia-based cosmetics manufacturer LR Health & Beauty Systems claims that celebrities serve as ‘door openers’ that increase profits and create positive associations with the brand, on the back of its latest Bruce Willis perfume launch.
In a bid to extend its position in emerging markets, Symrise has recently finalized two acquisitions, the Brazilian activities of fragrance manufacturer Belmay and natural perfume oil company, Trilogy Fragrances.
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The first ten months of 2011 have seen strong double digit growth in the luxury fragrances sector with predictions of further growth for the holiday period ahead, indicates NPD.
Aramis and Designer Fragrances, a division of Estée Lauder has signed a multi-year agreement with Tory Burch for the exclusive worldwide license of its fragrance business.
The Fragrance Foundation has restructured and formed three new award categories for next year’s Technological Breakthrough awards which celebrate the best innovations within the industry.
As US consumers come back round to color cosmetics, sales are now back above the pre-recession levels seen in 2008 while prestige fragrance sales remain subdued, according to market research NPD Group.
The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) is calling for information on the alkyl cyclic ketones which will then be submitted to an Independent Expert Panel for analysis.
The growing trend towards consumer urbanization, higher spending propensity and the increased importance of personal appearance and grooming is set to drive the global fragrance and perfumes market, a new report by Global Industry Analysts (GIA) has revealed.
French cosmetics company Laurence Dumont has launched what is claimed to be the first organic perfume line in supermarkets and hypermarkets, Seveline Nature.
Fashion designer John Galliano has been sacked by fashion and cosmetics company Dior following accusations that he made antisemitic and racist remarks during a drunken rant.
Fragrance blend ingredients are expected to drive growth in the market for cosmetic and toiletry fragrances up to 2014, according to research from the Freedonia Group.
Inter Parfums has announced that its 74 percent owned Paris-based subsidiary, Inter Parfums SA, has signed a 15 year exclusive worldwide license agreement with Boucheron.
Prestige perfume and cosmetics manufacturer Inter Parfums expects brand extensions and new launches to add to the positive effects of an improving economic climate in building strong growth in 2011.
Flavours and fragrance giant Symrise has reported very strong sales growth in the first nine months of the year, driven by outstanding gains in emerging markets.
Global beauty company, Coty, has announced it has signed a licensing agreement with Calvin Klein to develop and market a new color cosmetics line, due to be launched in 2012.
Net sales for the third quarter of 2010 were up from last year helped by strong sales from flagship brands like Burberry, but US figures were damaged by inventory problems.
Switzerland-based flavour and fragrance company Firmenich revealed in its 2010 sustainability report that it is establishing four new sustainability partnerships.
Contract manufacturer Maesa has created a range of 13 fragrances for high street fashion retailer Zara that covers all consumer categories, comprising five fragrances for men, five for women, two for children and one for babies.
HBA Global has announced that Pamela Baxter, president and CEO, LVMH perfumes & cosmetics for North America, will deliver the Keynote Address at this year’s event.
Inter Parfums has announced that its distribution agreement with P&G Prestige will not be renewed next year, but confirms the signing of a new agreement with Clarins.
Direct seller Avon has selected the Rexam XD-11 fine mist pump, for its three new fragrances: Celebrate, Rio Bikini, and Rio Rhythms, due to its luxury design opportunities.
Strong Burberry fragrance sales have helped Inter Parfums deliver record second quarter net sales of approximately $107.8m (€83.5m), an increase of 21.6 percent on the prior year period.
A research team at Kansas State University has devised and patented a chemical mechanism that enables the creation of natural fragrance products in the laboratory.
New York-headquartered Inter Parfums has acquired the rights to develop and distribute fragrance, cosmetics and personal care products under the Betsey Johnson fashion label.
