Sales of bronzer and blusher in the UK were boosted so much in 2014 by the various make-up trends circulating, particularly on social media that they have become the strongest selling beauty products in the face colour cosmetics market.
With a new cosmetics range about to be launched by yet another vlogger, Cosmetics Design takes a look at the strong influence that YouTube beauty reviewers continue to hold over the beauty industry.
Once a big hit in the perfume world as manufacturers seemingly just had to line up a top celebrity like Justin Bieber or Lada Gaga and slap their name on a product, but those days are in the past now, according to Coty Chairman and interim CEO Bart Becht.
Japanese colour cosmetics retailer, Ainz & Tulpe has introduced facial recognition shop windows that capture shoppers as they walk by with the latest make-up 'looks' they can then access in their native tongue at discounted prices.
As the largest generation ever, Millennials’ spending will reach $2.5 trillion dollars in 5 years and the new Women 2020 study from Meredith Corporation highlights what that means for personal care and cosmetics brands.
There used to be a time when celebrity endorsement was enough to sell a product but those days may be gone now as consumers would rather see an ambassador as a person who represents their age in make-up ads.
Joshiryoku danshi refers to a generation of young Japanese men who aren't interested in a traditional masculine role but rather invest their time and money on 'feminine activities' like shopping and beauty routines.
NetBase, the social analytics solutions firm, compiled data in a recent report that explores what exactly consumers are saying about leading skin care brands and reveals how those brands can leverage social media more fully.
George Schaeffer, founder of OPI, of one of the biggest names in nail care, talks about his shift into the professional hair care sector. Having created a household name for the OPI brand, he explains in this interview how he wants to do the same thing...
British consumers are not completely sure what sunscreen labels mean and younger adults are less likely to ever wear sunscreen in their home nation, as sun burn is often shrugged off.
Henkel has taken a novel approach to consumer testing its Schwarzkopf hair products by launching its new VIP Tester program and offering selected internet users the possibility to exclusively test its latest styling, hair care, and colour products.
This year's in-cosmetics Asia show in Bangkok will focus on 'natural and organic'. With products in this segment accounting for 3% of all cosmetic sales, organisers say it is a theme that reflects one of the industry's biggest global...
A newly released Harris Poll shows that well over half of women shopping for beauty and personal care products read the label before making a selection and that many are looking for formulations that exclude particular ingredients.
The organisers of the in-cosmetics trade show are turning their attention to the summit arena announcing its first ever Formulation Summit to focus on texture and sensoriality in personal care.
Italy-based Ancorotti Cosmetics is one of the few companies in the world specializing in mascara. We caught up with the vice president of the North American operations, Mary Aunn Guarino, to find out more.
The biggest sustainability issue the cosmetics industry is facing at present is ‘efficiency’, says Amarjit Sahota, as cosmetic companies look to raise products sales whilst reducing their environmental impacts.
Nordic consumers take ethical and environmental concerns very seriously when it comes to cosmetics and personal care products and this is helping to drive the market forward.
We all love finding a bargain and with a new generation of savvy shoppers hitting the aisles it is important for manufacturers to offer good value and promote their products through beauty and lifestyle bloggers.
Belgium-based company Raylex, has come up with a new product that helps consumers stop biting their fingernails by applying a bitter taste of grapefruit peel in the hope that it will put people off.
BASF has commercialized algal betaine as a personal care ingredient made with Solazyme’s AlgaPūr microalgae oils that’s intended for use in skin care and hair care formulations.
CocoWhite oil has been told to stop claiming its products whiten teeth after a watchdog in the UK says the company cannot provide sufficient evidence of this, meaning its adverts are misleading.
Research published in the Journal of Global Fashion Marketing illustrates what content comes across as deceptive, what claims are believable, and which sorts of ads consumers trust most.
There is no getting away from sustainability issues in this industry an both manufacturers and suppliers come under increased pressure to reduce their environmental impacts. With this in mind, this year’s European edition of The Sustainable Cosmetics...
When you think of beauty, a clown may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to inspiration, but it is the subject of the latest trend to sweep through the cosmetics world.
The chances of a woman spreading the good news about her favorite fragrance are minimal, if new research from the Brigham Young University is to be believed.
While beauty devices have become popular with Asian women in recent years, brands, aware of a rise in spending on male grooming on the region, have started to cater more cosmetics tools for men.
Over the last few months we have heard plenty of stories coming out of Unilever that it is acquiring various skin care brands and this is a clever move as it looks to grow in the prestige market, according to market analyst Kline.
Research firm, Gama has taken stock of the ‘sweet treats’ influencing the beauty industry in 2015, where confectionery aromas are bringing a sensory element to colour cosmetics.
Iran and world powers reached a deal to curb Tehran's nuclear activities in exchange for economic sanctions to be lifted; and while it could open up a new market for Western beauty manufacturers, it will be difficult to displace the local players...
Tattoos are a great form of expression for many, but the latest trend of creating one by sunburn is very dangerous and can lead to serious long-term effects such as aged skin, wrinkles and potentially skin cancer.
The UK may be subject to a number of ‘bad weather’ jokes but that doesn’t leave Brits looking pale as the self-tanning products market is set to maintain strong growth thanks to a host of innovations in galenic formulations and a strong influence from...
A new survey carried out by Procter and Gamble brand Herbal Essences suggests that manufacturers have to ensure their products are enhancing the in-shower experience as it forms an important routine for the consumer’s day ahead.
The country’s industrial IPI tax on cosmetics and hygiene products takes full effect this month, and manufacturers and wholesalers anticipate a substantial price lift and simultaneous drop in sales.
The Cosmetics Compact is your compact source of the latest new headlines from the last few weeks, taking a glance at what has been happening in the cosmetics industry.
Seaweed harvesters around the globe have seen demand skyrocket in recent years as science discovered the macro algae beneficial for the farming, food and beauty industries. In Asia, seaweed joins the growing number of anti-ageing actives claiming to stimulate...
After the massive boom in the China cosmetics market seen during the past decade, growth continues at a breakneck pace, but is the slowest since 2005, reflecting signs of economic maturity.
Women are taking to the internet and posting pictures of themselves with half of their faces ‘made up’ with cosmetics, and the other with nothing on it at all under the hashtag #ThePowerOfMakeUp to show the impact that cosmetics can have.
Natura, Yves Rocher, The Body Shop, and Dabur are among the brands that consumers strongly identify with biodiversity; according to the Union for Ethical BioTrade’s Biodiversity Barometer as beauty brands lead the way.
The Cosmetics Compact is your compact source of the latest new headlines from the last few weeks, taking a glance at what has been happening in the cosmetics industry.
Luxury Institute, a New York-based global luxury research provider, looked into the buying practices of wealthy consumers and discovered that how affluent women shop beauty is exceptional.
The Sweet Hair company out of São Paulo has begun implementing plans, expanding its sales and distribution to include five of countries in the region, as well as Morocco in North Africa.
On June 24th, the fifth edition of Cosmetics Design's Skin Care Ingredients event will go live! Here, we give you a sneak peek into what attendees can expect from the expert discussions that will be featured in the conference programme.
The success of the Makeup Paris event led to the three other international events, and today marks the opening of the sixth show in the organiser’s home town.
Olay has carried out in-depth research that shows how gene expression changes impact the appearance and quality of women's skin as they age across every decade.
As it gears up for its second ever show in Brasil in September this year, the in-cosmetics trade show organisers say there is to be a big focus on Latin America as it will become one of the most important markets in the next few years.
A convergence of technology developments in beauty and in communications is transforming our relationship with cosmetics products and solutions, and this means legacy companies must adapt to retain their position as the main provider of beauty.
Bulldog Skincare has signed a unique collaboration with global publisher Penguin Books as it looks to capitalise on Father’s Day with some exclusive gift sets.
According to the latest research from ApacMarket.com, Asia-Pacific is the second largest market for cosmetics after Europe, expected to reach $126.8 billion by 2020, registering a CAGR of 4.02%.
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