Products that work to maintain skin health while still meeting the needs of the latest trends such as sensory, multifunctional, and ethical, will form the future of the cosmetics market, according to an industry expert.
The prestige women’s skin care market in the UK has seen big double-digit growth thanks to the growing popularity of face oils, demonstrating that the growth of new categories provide a good opportunity to further push on.
Lush’s Sprouting massage bars. The story has taken the internet by storm during the past week, as more and more consumers report that beans in the bars sprouted in showers and sinkholes.
The social network has been sharing data recently that suggests beauty and hair care brands do particularly well with consumers on its platform, and new numbers show video content there has boosted purchase intent for L’Oréal shoppers.
Tourists from China are fuelling growth across fast moving consumer goods sector globally, with beauty one of the key industries enjoying the benefit of the boom.
In both the US and worldwide the run away success of Sephora is serving to boost newer, fresher and independent color cosmetics that are bringing a new dynamic to the category. But can those brands keep up with the fast pace of change?
Jean-Paul Agon, CEO of beauty giant L’Oreal, has spoken about the opportunities he believes are presented to the beauty industry by the Indonesian market.
The personal care industry constantly needs to keep focusing on new frontiers in the market and keep evolving in a digital world to stay ahead of the game, says Cosmetics Europe ahead of its annual week-long event held in Brussels.
The Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association has played down the risk of cosmetics products harming our bodies after a US study showed that a short break from certain kinds of make-up, shampoos and lotions can lead to a significant drop in levels...
A new report on the state of the global nail care market highlights the fact that innovations such as hybrid lacquers combining both gels and regular nail polish are behind significant growth.
The millennials are a generation that every industry is talking about and given how digital savvy and connected they are, consumer goods companies need to engage on their platforms rather than traditional means, according to Colgate.
The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) welcomes the Greenpeace deforestation report which looked into the palm oil sourcing of major FMCG players, and says that much more needs to be done in order to improve the situation.
This, according to new data from the social platform known for visually appealing content. And, market research firm Millward Brown confirms that site users reliably buy cosmetics and personal care products not only online but also in store, based on...
Welcome to this latest Cosmetics Design Special Newsletter, which focuses on some of the most pressing trends and challenges currently facing the fast-paced colour cosmetics segments.
Evonik, a leading global specialty chemicals company, used the recent PCHi trade show to launch a new concept, ''Trendy textures for new experiences', onto the China market.
In a bid to see off quickly-strengthening cosmetics rivals in India, beauty brand L’Oreal is considering making moves to strengthen its herbal offering.
Johnson & Johnson, P&G, Unilever, and Colgate-Palmolive all received unfavorable assessments from the environmental NGO for their palm oil supply chain practices.
As the demand for halal-certified cosmetics ingredients grows chemicals company BASF announces that 145 of its products for personal care manufactured at its Düsseldorf and Illertissen site comply with international halal standard HAS 23000.
In a recent report, one of Procter & Gamble’s lead researchers has revealed what she considers to be the key differentiators between Asian and western beauty consumers, and explained how best to target consumers from the APAC region.
The Cosmetics Compact is your compact source of the latest news and views from the cosmetics industry, and this edition takes a new turn with a special feature on ingredient sourcing and sustainability.
As personal care and cosmetics companies evolve to better reflect the diverse US consumer population, multicultural initiatives like #100PorCientoTu are being tested in the marketplace.
Emotional engagement is a leading-indicator of consumer behaviour, sales, and profitability, and is now more difficult for consumer and personal care brands to achieve as the key drivers of brand engagement have shifted dramatically toward emotional values,...
Consumer goods multinational Unilever is investing in its presence in the Philippines, and has just awarded a host of branding accounts there to marketing company Ogilvy & Mather.
International beauty rituals inspire consumers to use products with novel and seemingly exotic ingredients. Cactus seed oil has been gaining in popularity for years, and now Mexico is looking to export prickly pear derivatives and perhaps some of the...
The in-cosmetics event returns to Paris this April and has announced the finalised educational programme which will see a number of workshops and presentations at the show focus on skin care, hair care, and colour cosmetics.
The Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show, one of the key events in the beauty industry annual calendar, is set to take place 1 – 3 March.
The 49th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna returns once more in March and 2016 will see the show with its most global reach ever, according to the organisers, as more than 2500 firms are due to attend, including 73% from abroad.
The increasing number of people getting tattoos is an unlikely source of inspiration for Rahn’s newest Liftonin-Xpert active, due to the specialised skin care required after-inking.
Cosmetic players are diving much deeper into both the digital arena and technology as a means of capturing the imagination of consumers, latest research from Mintel shows.
The sun care market is a very competitive one which can make it very difficult for ingredient companies to come up with a completely unique product; so sometimes the best strategy can be to capitalise on trends and opportunities.
As the power of tourist spending continues to boost beauty sales across Asia, Hainan, an island in southern China, has now reduced its limits on duty-free retail.
Luxury goods multinational LVMH has seen its travel retail business, DFS Group, maintained growth in the last year, despite having to absorb ‘significant cost containment’, due to a turbulent market in Asia.
Nivea is making efforts to move ahead of competitors within the antiperspirant and deodorant category within India, with a new marketing campaign which centres on the hashtag #BanBodyOdour.
As the microbead issue rumbles on, moves are made to rid beauty products of the plastic particles, Vantage Specialty Ingredients has launched its PFJ-S Beads alternative as a biodegradable and sustainable solution.
The International fragrance house, launches its new Aromafusion ingredient range to offer its perfumers new options for creativitiy with exclusive raw materials.
Men have their own specific skin and hair physiology that can be addressed by appropriate products and strategies so beauty routines should focus on this rather than just on hygiene as it has done in the past, according to one of the biggest players in...
Anti-pollution, innovative ingredients, Asia influence, sustainability, and apps are all predicted to be key drivers in the skin care market in 2016 thanks to consumer demand and a focus on being healthier.
Every year US firm Pantone declares a particular colour as its ‘Color of the Year’, which can influence anything from paint through to fashion and cosmetics. So what does this year’s two-shade blend of Rose Quartz and Serenity mean for the beauty industry?
A CEW Business Insider event in New York City last week explored the connection between indie brand strategy, consumer expectations, and M&A activity in the beauty business.
Nutricosmetic and beauty-from-within beverages sell best in Europe, but as consumers in this region discover the benefits and learn more with the help of educational marketing campaigns, the category will grow tremendously.
The fifth annual FreeFrom Skincare Awards will open for entries on February 1st, 2016, with 13 different categories, awarding skin care products that are ‘free from’ allergens and other ingredients which many consumers may wish to avoid.
Natural fragrance ingredients are in limited supply. As demand for naturally scented personal care products and perfumes increases, brands are formulating with a combination of oils and isolates to keep pace.
Ingredients used to formulate natural perfumes and scented personal care products differ from conventional ingredients, and this presents a challenge for brands. At the same time it’s an opportunity to develop and sell uniquely valuable product.
The men’s grooming category is thriving, thanks in no small part to the consumer beard trend, and now shaving and facial hair maintenance products occupy distinct niches in the personal care industry.
Demand for clean, natural, and organic perfumes and scented personal care products is on the rise. How the segment is shaping up, gaining momentum, and anticipating the trends deserves a closer look.
Wearable technology has had a huge impact on the health and wellness industry and can do the same for the beauty sector as it can change the ways consumers understand and interact with their products, says L’Oréal.
According to recent research by Assocham, with thanks to high internet penetration across tier-II and tier-III cities, luxury consumption is expected to grow by 30-35 per cent over the next three years.
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