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L’Oréal announces strong first quarter sales, thanks to premium brands

19-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

In results that accord with recent industry research, L’Oréal’s start of the year has been bolstered by a strong performance from its luxury brands, while its mass-market products were slower.

Euromonitor highlights key beauty trends at in-cosmetics Global

18-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Euromonitor International's Nicholas Micallef, Senior Analyst, gives us the firm's take on the key factors driving growth - and the key challenges - for the global beauty industry.

Natural & organic top products: award winners announced

13-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

A recent trade show focusing on the ever-dominant category of naturals and organics has announced the brands and products selected as its award winners.

Food, beauty and drink: increasing crossover

13-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

The influence of the closely neighbouring industries of beauty, food and drink on each other is continuing to develop, according to research firm GlobalData.

Cargill launches a more focused and clearly defined beauty division

12-Apr-2017 By Simon Pitman

Agrifood giant Cargill officially launched its Cargill Beauty division at last week’s in-cosmetics Global event in London, in a bid to stake out its territory in the cosmetics and personal care industry.

Beauty award winners announced at in-cosmetics Global

12-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Industry players from across the supply chain enjoyed recognition at the recent in-cosmetics Global industry event, which took place in London this year.

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Mintel highlights biggest trends at in-cosmetics Global

12-Apr-2017 By Simon Pitman

Mintel global beauty analyst Charlotte Libby discusses the top four trends driving the cosmetics and beauty market at last week's in-cosmetics Global event, in London.

Euromonitor releases latest beauty and personal data

11-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Global market research firm Euromonitor International has launched the newest data available for the beauty and personal care market.

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The best ingredient launches from in-cosmetics Global

11-Apr-2017 By Simon Pitman

Cosmetics Design caught up with Belinda Carli, director of the Institute of Personal Care Science, to find out about the most interesting launches at the event, as well as the milestone that her school has now reached.

Colour cosmetics trend forecast revealed: Spring/Summer 2019

07-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

BASF, a leading chemicals company, has collaborated with leading colour company Pantone to unveil  a ‘Spring / Summer 2019 Color Trend Forecast’.

ECHA chemicals database launched

07-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a publicly-accessible database with key information on around 15,000 chemicals, aimed at researchers, regulatory authorities and businesses.

L’Oréal named a world’s most ethical company

06-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

L’Oréal has been named as a 2017 ‘World’s Most Ethical Company’ by the Ethisphere Institute - a global leader in defining and measuring standards of ethical business practices.

Natural & Organic products in the spotlight at European trade show

05-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

The doors opened last week in London for a two-day naturals trade show, the Natural & Organic Products Europe 2017 event.

REACH for cosmetics: Focus on the last registration deadline by COSMED

05-Apr-2017 By Marie Magnan, Cosmed Regulatory Affairs Manager

In this guest article, COSMED, the professional association of the cosmetic industry in France, takes a look at REACH and its current progress.

World market of cosmetics and toiletries: main trends of international trade

05-Apr-2017 By Tatiana Gladenkova, a PhD research student, Moscow State University

In this guest article, Tatiana Gladenkova, a PhD research student at the Moscow State University, presents the findings of her research into the shifting nature of trade in the global cosmetics industry.

Blurring boundaries between beauty, food, and drink

04-Apr-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

In this guest article, to mark the ongoing in-cosmetics Global show, Jamie Mills, Consumer Insight Analyst for GlobalData, reveals the firm’s latest insights on the important crossover between food and beauty.

In beauty and personal care, age-old wisdom and up-to-date trends are converging

03-Apr-2017 By Deanna Utroske

Ahead of her marketing trends presentation at in-cosmetics global in London this week, Dominque Assenat, who is head of color, beauty, and accessories at Peclers Paris, answered Cosmetics Design’s questions about all things Nordic and Korean.

Colep invests in European liquids and creams business

31-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Colep, one of the industry’s leading consumer goods packaging and contract manufacturing companies, is ‘significantly expanding’ its liquids and creams capacity.

Engaging with the B2B press: insider tips and strategies

31-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

The Cosmetics Design team is set to reveal their insights into best practice communication with the press as the upcoming in-cosmetics Global event.

L’Oréal Luxe appoints new Deputy General Manager for international brands

30-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

International beauty giant L’Oréal has announced a change in the leadership of its Luxe division, with the appointment of a new deputy general manager.

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What not to miss at in-cosmetics Global 2017

30-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

Our latest CD Buzz highlights the not-to-miss bits at in-cosmetics Global 2017. When the doors open in London's Docklands next week there will be a focus on sustainability, a special feature on colour cosmetics, a packed educational programme and...

PCHi 2017: the inside scoop on a leading China beauty trade show

30-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

The Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show enjoyed a successful 10th edition earlier this year, welcoming 507 global exhibitors to Guangzhou.

Euromonitor: The evolution of anti-pollution in Europe and North America. Part II

29-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

Having looked at the different opportunities in the North American and European markets in the previous article, here we consider the different types of products that are available and how the category is likely to look in the future.

Online vs. in-store: Battle of beauty retail (Part 1)

28-Mar-2017 By Sean Singleton, Managing Director, Your Favourite Story

In these guest articles ahead of the in-cosmetics Global show next month, Sean Singleton, Managing Director at digital agency Your Favourite Story, explains how brands can use digital to launch their beauty products effectively. First up, he explains...

Lonza Consumer Care: new Global Head of Research and Technology

28-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Lonza, a leading specialty ingredients supplier, has announced the appointment of a new global head of research and technology.

Euromonitor: The evolution of anti-pollution in Europe and North America. Part I

28-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

The anti-pollution trend started in Asia but is now gaining rapid momentum in Europe and North America. We spoke to an expert from Euromonitor to find out about how the trend is evolving differently in those markets.

L’Oreal’s travel unit annual results

24-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Global beauty player L’Oréal’s travel retail business has enjoyed a strong financial year in 2016, according to its annual report, and describes itself as the number one leader in travel retail.

What will it take to turn around The Body Shop? Part II

24-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

Once the darling of the cosmetics world, The Body Shop has lost its sparkle in recent years. So what will it take to reinvigorate the business and who is best positioned to take on the challenge?

Sustainability: the role of the ingredient supplier

23-Mar-2017 By Chris Sayner, VP, Croda International Plc

In this guest article, ahead of the in-cosmetics Global show next month, Chris Sayner, Vice President of Customer Alliances Corporate Sustainability, Croda International Plc explains how the ingredients supplier role has evolved with the mounting industry...

What will it take to turn around The Body Shop? Part I

23-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

With speculation mounting over the uncertain future of The Body Shop, we asked two experts from the Kline Group about what went wrong and what type of business should take it on.

Innovation Zone in-cosmetics preview: Rainbow cream by Gova

23-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Ahead of the in-cosmetics event, we shine a spotlight on some of the most innovative ingredients and formulas set to be on display at its Innovation Zone.

Kraft Heinz hostile Unilever bid sparks UK debate

22-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

Following on from the failed attempt by Kraft Heinz to acquire consumer giant Unilever, a UK politician has argued that there needs to be greater protection from foreign takeover bids.

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Truth or dare? Natural color cosmetics that work

22-Mar-2017 By Deanna Utroske

Whether from natural-first indie brands like Evelyn Iona or top beauty industry companies like L’Oréal, color cosmetics formulated partially or entirely with natural ingredients are gaining popularity. And effective all-natural color has arrived or is...

Avon Products to hire a new UK-based General Counsel

21-Mar-2017 By Deanna Utroske

On Monday, the social-selling beauty company announced that the current chief ethics officer and chief compliance offer will be retiring from Avon as soon as a successor is chosen.

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US colour cosmetics paves the way for global trends

21-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

The colour cosmetics market is probably the fastest moving beauty category thanks to new looks with each fashion season. But in recent years it has been the US market that has provided the inspiration.

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Customisation and cosmetics – the changing game of make-up

17-Mar-2017 By Belinda Carli, Director, The Institute of Personal Care Science

In this guest article, ahead of the in-cosmetics Global show next month, Belinda Carli of the Institute of Personal Care Science, reveals what consumers are really looking for when it comes to customisation.

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna set to open its doors

15-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

A major European event for the beauty and personal care industry is set to open its doors tomorrow, with two concurrent shows running throughout the weekend.

Organic Monitor rebrand to Ecovia Intelligence

14-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

The market research firm formerly known as Organic Monitor has announced its rebrand to become Ecovia Intelligence is taking effect.

Anti-pollution beauty and the current state of the market: your questions answered

14-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

At our recent anti-pollution forum, we gathered industry experts to discuss the global rising trend. Here, we look back at some of the top questions submitted by listeners on the subject of the current state of the market.

Brexit and beauty: the current situation

10-Mar-2017 By CTPA

A guest article on the current situation for the beauty and personal care industry in the face of Brexit uncertainty from the Cosmetic Toiletry & Perfumery Association, the UK's major trade group. 

Beauty innovators and startups: Johnson & Johnson Innovation offers pitching opportunity

10-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Johnson & Johnson Innovation has announced it will be accepting pitches from up-and-coming beauty innovators at the approaching in-cosmetics industry event in London.

Naturals: the current state of the trend and its challenges

09-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

We catch up with Helen Knaggs, vice president at Nu Skin Global R&D on naturals in personal care, looking at the current opportunities and challenges.

Anti-pollution beauty and testing: your questions answered

09-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

At our recent anti-pollution forum, we gathered industry experts to discuss the global rising trend. Here, we look back at some of the top questions submitted by listeners on the subject of how to test anti-pollution claims.

K-beauty in the West

09-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

We take a look at the current state of K-beauty’s impact on the cosmetics market in Europe and the US, speaking to specialist consultant, Ju Rhyu.

Beauty Industry Award Regional Winners

And the winners of the Regional Beauty Industry Awards are…

09-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

The Cosmetics Design team has been left stunned by response to our inaugural Beauty Industry Awards, and the results of the regional competitions are now in.

Schwan Cosmetics hires digital head in push on digitisation

08-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

Schwan Cosmetics, a world leader in the manufacture of cosmetics pencils, has announced a decisive move towards digitisation of its business practices.

L’Oréal’s potential Body Shop sale: a look behind the headlines

08-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

With the recent announcement from global beauty leader L’Oréal that the company is looking into the sale of its ethical beauty brand, The Body Shop, we take a look at industry analysis behind the headlines.

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Colour Cosmetics – a vibrant category offering plenty of opportunity!

08-Mar-2017 By Simon Pitman

The colour cosmetics category has never been more dynamic or more diverse, and still underscores lots of opportunity. And the latest Cosmetics Design special newsletter focuses on what is happening worldwide

Lancome campaign focuses on ‘diverse high achievers’

07-Mar-2017 By Lucy Whitehouse

The latest in an ever increasing line of brands signing up to plug their products via the hot ticket that is diversity, Lancome has launched a campaign that focuses on real women.

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How K beauty is shaping the Asian colour cosmetics category

07-Mar-2017 By Natasha Spencer

In our first Cosmetics Design Asia special newsletter of the year, we are focusing on evolving trends and industry developments that impact the growing colour cosmetics sector in APAC.