The Indian arm of Colgate Palmolive has revealed tooth sensitivity is becoming an increasingly common oral health problem in India although awareness about the condition is fairly low.
The market for natural and organic personal care products in North America has recovered in 2010 after a stagnant 2009, according to market research company Organic Monitor.
New York-based beauty and personal care show HBA is emphasizing the show’s international focus this year and has organized a French morning as part of its conference program.
According to the Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin (DTB), the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence NICE should rethink its advice, as the strength of sun cream recommended to prevent sunburn is too low.
As the Brazil market for cosmetics and personal care products continues to go from strength to strength, the men’s grooming segment is likely to trigger further future growth.
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.
Revlon has implemented Oliver Wight’s International Business Plan programme to all aspects of its operations worldwide, in line with plans to further globalisation.
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.
Several hundreds of key representatives from the European cosmetics industry have gathered in Brussels to discuss the importance of the industry on the European economy and how it can build for a sustainable future.
New skin care company Bionee vows to tackle the problems pregnancy related problems in women with its latest dedicated product range which is certified organic.
As we approach the first ever virtual conference in the cosmetics industry, skin care is reported to be one of the fastest growing categories in personal care over the last ten years, acting as the catalyst for many cosmetics companies.
Total US beauty sales are up in both the prestige and mass markets for the first quarter of 2011, suggesting that after a cautious 2010, the beauty industry has shaken off the recession.
Colgate-Palmolive CEO Ian Cook gave a webcast presentation at the Sanford Bernstein 27th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on the 2nd June 2011 regarding the company’s past performances and strategies for increased future performance in global markets.
Natural oral care provider Tom’s of Maine has launched what is claimed to be the first ever clinically tested natural whitening toothpaste on the US market.
Over the next four years the global beauty market is expected to grow and continue its recovery, aided by recovering consumer health, less aggressive competition, increased exposure to the faster growing emerging markets and a slow recovery in developed...
A report published by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health has highlighted the adverse affects that permanent hair dye has had on consumers as well as reactions from facial and body moisturisers.
The past twelve weeks has proved to be a significant time for UK-based brand Bulldog as it has outsold Gilette in the UK male skin care market, and the company’s owners have promised to push on further throughout the year.
As awareness of biodiversity increases amongst cosmetics consumers worldwide, a recent report by the Union of Ethical BioTrade suggests this will lead to an increase in the sourcing of ethical ingredients from developing countries.
With low penetration and a large customer base, the cosmetics and toiletries market in China is a lucrative one for both local as well as international players.
An increase in cross-category launches and complementary topical and ingestible skin care products are just some of the developments that can be expected in the anti-ageing market in future, according to a presentation on anti-ageing skin care given by...
Following on from the relatively robust performance of the beauty and personal care market as a whole in 2009, which grew 5.1 per cent to reach a value of $4.05bn, skincare, bath and shower and men’s grooming products are expected to witness the most...
Adapting to limited budgets and sharp price increase in 2009, Mexican consumers of beauty and personal care products changed their purchasing patterns, leading to manufacturers to adopt more sophisticated marketing and distribution strategies, according...
Increased disposable income, constant concern over personal appearance and continuing product innovation and a wider distribution reach is driving growth in the Brazilian beauty and personal care market, according to Euromonitor International, with the...
US-based Photomedex, supplier of clinical skin care and medical laser products has introduced DNA Damage Control treatment sunscreens, which feature photoprotection with DNA repair technology.
Hi-tech is a key trend identified by market research company Mintel that is influencing new product launches in the dynamic anti-ageing skin care market, according to senior beauty analyst Vivienne Rudd.
US ingredients company Beneo has introduced a candy to the European market which it claims incorporates body fragrance, working from the inside out, which according to a Datamonitor analyst, is one of the most innovative products to hit the shelves.
US-based luxury brand Davi has collaborated with Harmony and Korean Air to create an amenity skin care line and travel bag for its First and Business class passengers, commencing from May 2011.
As disposable incomes rise for emerging market consumers, sun care will become more affordable to many, urging Euromonitor to advise that sun care manufacturers should look to grow sales in poorer countries.
UK-retailer Debenhams has launched the Beauty Club iPhone app, which is free to download and fully transactional, containing advice, incentives and tips for cosmetics and fragrance purchases.
The Anglo-Dutch consumer product giant has launched its latest deodorant range through its Dove brand following, a strategy inspired by a recent survey highlighting the fact that women feel their underarms are unattractive.
Natural skin care brand Bulldog has launched its products for men in the US as it seeks to tap into its ‘enormous’ men’s grooming market, through a partnership deal with Whole Foods Market.
UK cosmetic brand Rimmel London has become the first fast moving consumer goods company to advertise using interactive in-text ads to highlight two of its key brands.
CosmeticsDesign spoke to Chuck Bennett, VP of earth and community care at leading natural cosmetics player Aveda, who opened up about the company’s inspiring approach to sustainability.
Realising the enormous global marketing potential of the web, cosmetics giant Shiseido has unveiled plans that will see the company strengthening its online presence.
As people become more beauty conscious in India and changes in lifestyle are made, the Indian cosmetics industry is being viewed as one of the key areas holding huge potential for further growth.
The Soil Association says that the number of heath and beauty licensees increased by 16 per cent in 2010, despite the fact that sales of certified organic products in the UK fell significantly.
Although global consumer spending is still not at pre-recession levels, the signs are clear that the cosmetics sector has emerged from the recession, throwing up new opportunities for the industry.
A keynote presentation by Euromonitor International at the recent in-cosmetics expo in Milan has identified four key strategies aimed at growing cosmetics and personal care businesses.
Increasing awareness among consumers, an aging population, and an inclination towards less invasive beauty treatments, will help to drive the nutricosmetics market in the next few years, according to a report.
The in-cosmetics show returned to Milan in 2011, with sustainability as the key theme, and more products than ever being introduced in the innovation zone.
Exceptional growth in the sales of mouthwash has boosted oral care hygiene figures, as UK consumers turn to the quick and easy solution to killing germs and freshening breath.
On the second day of the in-cosmetics event in Milan the CosmeticsDesign editorial team has swapped notes on some of the most eye-catching trends and innovations on the show floor.
With rising consumer awareness over negative social and environmental effects of palm oil production, the cosmetics and personal care industry is under increasing pressure to use palm oil that is sustainably sourced.
The innovation zone at this year’s in-cosmetics event in Milan on 29-31 March 2011 will feature over 70 new ingredients, including eight that have been shortlisted for the newly launched Best Ingredient Award.
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