The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has provided more than $1m in donations to research laboratories in order to aid development of cost-effective alternatives to animal-based testing methods.
CosmeticsDesign.com USA caught up with Kline's Karen Doskow recently in New York to discuss the skin care devices market and how it is projected to grow in the coming years.
A group of researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center have found for the first time, that Wnt signaling between hair follicles and melanocyte stem cells can dictate hair color and regeneration.
As North America’s leading cosmetic industry event readies to open its doors again next week, this year’s HBA panel will focus on one of the industry’s hottest topics : skin anti-aging technologies.
Increasingly sophisticated technology is helping to drive a new generation of effective electronic devices aimed at the anti-aging category, explains Robb Akridge Phd and co-founder of Clariant.
The day is finally upon us, SkinCare Ingredients 2011 has arrived and will be the first ever VTS event in the cosmetics industry, taking an in depth look at the latest topics and trend in the skin care category.
Pola Orbis, a leading Japanese cosmetic company, has signed a definitive agreement to buy H20 Plus, a developer of marine-based luxury skin care and hair care products.
June 15 is the date all cosmetic and personal care professionals should be marking on their calendars as this will be the day of the industry’s first ever virtual trade show (VTS).
Procter & Gamble today unveiled its pioneering efforts in the breakthrough field of 'Omics', suggesting it will use this tool to drive an advanced and holistic understanding of beauty and grooming needs for consumers around the world.
Research carried out by the Japanese cosmetics company has found that the continuous use of an amino acid derivative can be effective in controlling damage to the skin caused by the protein, serpin b3.
Rising consumer confidence, aggressive promotional activity, and technological advances have helped sales of cosmetics and toiletries in the US to rise above pre-recession levels, according to market research company Kline.
Researchers from Ohio State University may have found the answer to finally drive animal testing out of the cosmetics industry, by replacing animal skin with synthetic skin.
Ariel Laboratories, which develops custom products for the cosmetics market among others, has developed an invisible loose setting powder that is claimed to work with all skin tones, from light to dark.
The French packaging supplier has launched its Cream Dispenser claiming it is the first totally hygienic and convenient application system, for a variety of cosmetics products.
Airless packaging is the main driver in the skin care packaging sector, according to supplier MeadWestvaco (MWV), which has chosen to focus resources on it for future growth.
Skin care company Borba has selected Fusion Packaging to design and supply the packaging for its new product range, which will complement the company’s nutricosmetic range.
After making inroads into color cosmetics and skin care through several acquisitions in 2010, fragrance and cosmetics player Coty has said it will look to China and Brazil in 2011 as part of its plan to target high-growth opportunities in emerging markets.
Brands using natural ingredients and antioxidants are likely to help boost sales in the men’s grooming segment in 2011, according to market research company Mintel - proven by the fact that new products with these features were among the best sellers...
P&G has announced an agreement with the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) to focus on research that aims to characterize the systems biology of skin conditions including aging.
International Specialty Products (ISP) has launched an ingredient designed to protect skin stem cells that it says can help shield the skin from stress and prevent premature ageing.
An extract from Vervein provides a number of solutions for imbalances in the skin and can be used in all core anti-ageing products for face and body, according to the ingredients supplier Silab.
The year ahead should see the global market for medicated skin care begin to recover, following on from the challenging conditions experienced in the past two years.
Ariel Laboratories, a custom product development laboratory, has announced the formulation of a complete line of skin care products utilizing glycolic acid targeting aging and acne-prone skin.
The New Year brings about new trends, and market analyst Mintel has predicted that maintaining biodiversity and focusing on sustainable sourcing in the beauty industry will be key in 2011.
Dafoe Corporation is moving into the skin care market with the purchase of assets relating to a range of natural skin care products based on wine grapes.
Germany-based Beiersdorf has sold the Juvena and Marlies Möller brands to Troll Cosmetics as it aims to focus its resources in the selective skin care market.
Fragrance and cosmetics manufacturer Coty has announced its plans to purchase a majority stake in TJoy in an attempt to increase its presence in China.
Applying an extract from the leaves of Orthosiphon stamineus, otherwise known as Java tea or Cat’s whiskers, can help reduce sebum production in the skin, reducing shine and decreasing pore size, claim BASF scientists.
Future growth for L’Oreal in the US market will be heavily dependent on the success of its anti-aging skin care lines, according to financial information provider Trefis.
Speaking at the annual shareholders meeting, Estee Lauder CFO Fabrizio Fread says the company wants to grow its business by focusing on the Asian skin care market.
Some 50 new and emerging international brands are present in the Zoom space at this year’s Beyond Beauty show that is taking place from 12-15 September 2010 in Paris.
New Jersey-based ingredients provider International Specialty Products has launched a range of three naturally-derived skin care solutions, targeting the anti-aging arena.
Using silica nanoparticles in emulsion systems can help the delivery of active ingredients in cosmetics and dermal drugs, according to researchers in Australia.
While consumer demand for green packaging is growing, it is still of secondary concern compared to the main priorities of simplicity, functionality and personality, according to Benjamin Punchard, head of packaging research at Euromonitor.
Norway-based marine biotechnology company, Aqua Bio Technology, has signed two supply and development agreements for its Zonase X marine ingredient and technology.
Colour cosmetics are increasingly evolving to offer additional functional benefits and L’Oreal-owned brand Lancôme is tapping into this trend by applying the active complexes seen in the brand’s skin care range to its latest mascara product.