According to Frutarom, vitamin K2 K-7, a supplement renowned for targeting bone health, has the potential to be adapted to beauty from within products to benefit the skin, resulting in a more healthier, more radiant complexion.
In light of research suggesting that young males in the UK are not paying attention to warnings about UV damage and skin cancer, Croda’s Solaveil range has launched a new Sun Care App.
A new study conducted over the last seven months has found that experts and consumers have a different understanding of whether the French consumer is sensitive to the presence of nanoparticles in sun creams.
Beauty beverages are big business in Japan and looking beyond regulatory hurdles preventing alcohol launches in the EU, could find a market with men, according to Mintel.
The organisers of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show have released the educational programme for the upcoming event in Bangkok, highlighting hair care and regulation as the key talking points in the region.
The professional skin care products market experienced a second year of growth, posting a 5.3 per cent increase in 2011, however Kline has suggested the industry should remain cautious.
With Mintel forecasting a rise in products which increase the interactivity between the virtual and real world like QR codes and mobile apps, Cosmetics Design takes a look at some of the unique ways brands are connecting to the consumer.
A mixture of the poor British weather and reduced holiday travel plans due to the current economic climate, has taken its toll on the UK sun care market.
With the anti-aging sector poised for rapid growth amongst an industry forecasted to rise to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at advances within the sector so far in 2012.
Last year saw the prestige beauty market generate high sales and double digit growth, with particular thanks to the make-up category. In light of this, Cosmetics Design takes a look at what's been trending in the colour cosmetics sector so far in...
The demand for protection is driving the sun care market and a strong performance for the category in Brazil could lead to Latin America taking the number two spot in the global industry.
From anti-ageing shampoos to hair loss tonics, it’s been a busy year for the hair care sector. Cosmetics Design takes a look at the developments and innovations in this area so far....
Scientists in the US have developed an app which allows users to create a photographic baseline of their skin and photograph suspicious moles or other skin lesions, in order to ensure skin cancer is discovered as early as possible.
The newfound culture that has transformed women’s nails into fashion accessories is driving the US nail care market, which is dwarfing the growth rates in other cosmetics categories.
The UK cosmetics industry is an important driver of innovation and employment across the sciences and manufacturing processes as the market posts year-on-year growth, according to the London-based Cosmetic Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA).
Euromonitor is amongst a host of renowned industry professionals headlining the keynote line-up at Scandinavia’s natural and organic products trade event in October.
As sales demand for cosmetic and toiletries are forecasted to rise by 5.0 percent per year to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at developments in the natural and organic area that are helping to shape the category.
Beiersdorf brand Eucerin has launched a new line of skin care products to treat pigmentation following promising research into a brightening active ingredient.
The growing popularity of male grooming products in 2012 has taken the category into the mainstream and could see the term ‘metrosexual’ become obsolete according to market analyst Kline.
It appears the market for lip care products has weathered the recent economic downturn as the global market dominates in Europe and has been estimated to reach $1.9 billion (€1.5 bn) by 2017.
With the global beauty from within market set to reach sales figures as high as €4 billion by 2015, Cosmetics Design rounded up the trends the nutricosmetics sector has seen so far this year...
With a recent poll finding a company's social media activity makes them appear more ‘accessible and responsive’ with US consumers, Cosmetics Design takes a look at how far the industry has come in the area in 2012...
American women are the most likely to use anti-aging facial creams in a bid to hold back the signs of aging and preserve an image of beauty, according to new market research.
In its latest attempt to drive animal testing out of the cosmetic industry Humane Society International and Lush Cosmetics will send 27 ‘white rabbits’ to deliver a 350,000-signature petition to John Dalli, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer...
According to a European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) report, chemical production in Europe is to come to a standstill in 2012 due to the continent's debt crisis which will no doubt affect the cosmetics industry.
This year’s ‘Beauty of Sourcing with Respect Conference’ hosted by the Union for Ethical BioTrade focused on emerging market trends as they become increasingly influential in areas like sustainability.
Last month Cosmetics Design caught up with Euromonitor’s Irina Barbalova at the in-cosmetics event in Barcelona to find out what trends were prevalent in beauty in 2011 and if the future looks bright for this sector...
Market research firm Reuters has compiled a special report on how multinational companies can develop successful brand strategies in South Korea and how they can avoid potential pitfalls that minimise profitability, dilute brand value and erode competitive...
According to Euromonitor expert Irina Barbalova, the industry has seen a definitive shift in skin care product positioning which can be seen through "category cross overs, multitasking, multi-functionality and generally a more holistic approach to...
Internet shopping and online research use for beauty products is fast becoming a common practice for consumers giving suppliers a major opportunity to increase their eCommerce sales.
So far it’s been another big year for the sunscreen segment as consumer awareness on the benefits of sun protection increased, the use of products in Europe went up, prompting numerous formulations and developments from industry professionals in the area.
The cosmetics and personal care market in Russia is slowly recovering following the recession as premium sales grow and manufacturers continue to exploit natural claims.
As SkinCare ingredients plans to open the doors on its 2012 edition on June 13, anti-ageing and sun care developments are high on the agenda for the educational programme.
If you haven’t registered already now is the time to do so for the SkinCare Ingredients Virtual Trade Show, which is open for business at 2pm Central European Time, on June 13th.
According to beauty from within expert Mai Nygaard, as beverages take up the position of biggest trend within the sector, consumers are more likely to embrace a beauty food if it comes from a cosmetic manufacturer they already trust in.
A new study looking at online beauty purchases in North America finds that the majority of consumers now regularly shop online for cosmetics and personal care products.
Having amassed a dominant share in the Indian men’s cosmetics market, fairness creams are emerging as a key trend in the country according to a new market report.
The tenth annual BSB Innovation Awards have been confirmed at a ceremony in Barcelona, Spain, with companies such as Mibelle, LaPrairie, Symrise and Merck securing prizes.
The Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) has shipped its first consignment of ethanolamines and ethoxylates from its manufacturing plant in Jubail, making Saudi Arabia the first ever country in the Middle East to produce and market these advanced...
The Body Shop has continued its commitment to ending animal testing in the cosmetics industry, stretching its call out to Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
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