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Cosmetics Europe points to stronger outlook for industry

30-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

Industry body Cosmetics Europe has revealed research indicating that the European industry is getting back on its feet and returning to growth, following tough times.

Beauty brands that got personalization right in 2015 saw the greatest growth in sales

29-Jun-2016 By Deanna Utroske

According to a report from market researcher Kline, cosmetics and personal care brands (and apps) that customized consumer options did well in the US marketplace last year, and social media marketing got results too.

Geotech expands its pigments business with acquisition

29-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

The Netherlands-based Geotech International has increased its footprint in the pigments market with the acquisition of Paillettes et Pigments (PEP).

Beautycounter buys the Nude natural skin care line from LVMH

28-Jun-2016 By Deanna Utroske

Not to be left out of the M&A game this summer, Beautycounter posted news of the acquisition on its Instagram page yesterday evening, saying “and the Beautycounter family just got a little bigger. Welcome, NUDE Skincare! #saferbeauty #betterbeauty.”

OPI moves into the retail business with first UK flagship

24-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

OPI Nails has ventured into the retail space with its first flagship spa in the UK where it will offer luxury manicures and pedicures as well as a fully stocked range of its nail care products for consumers to take home.

Scientists believe ‘systematic review’ will ease concerns around cosmetics chemical safety

24-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

According to researchers at the University of Lancaster, lessons from the field of medicine could help provide clearer answers to concerns around chemical safety, particularly in the case of the cosmetics industry.

The Body Shop transforms London’s Westminster to raise awareness for Bio-Bridges

23-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

The Body Shop has transformed London’s Westminster Bridge into a pseudo ‘Bio-Bridge’ with 6-foot tall monkey topiaries in a campaign that aims to regenerate and protect 75 million square meters of forest around the world from exploitation, poaching and...

Harvard’s ‘bionic leaf’ has cosmetics potential - turning sunlight into liquid fuel

23-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists at Harvard Medical School say they have developed an artificial photosynthesis system that can convert solar energy to biomass with more efficiency than that of the fastest growing plants.

What does the cosmetics industry do for Europe?

22-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

According to a new study by Cosmetics Europe, the contribution of the cosmetics industry to the socio-economic landscape throughout Europe is wide-reaching and has significant impact.

UK SMEs share concerns on EU trade ahead of referendum

21-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

As the EU Referendum draws closer, many UK small and medium-sized cosmetics company owners are still unclear as to how leaving or staying in the EU will affect their businesses. 

‘MoMinerals’ range caters to frustration of multicultural women

21-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

As consumers with dark skin tones continue to call for a wider selection of colour cosmetics that truly match their skin, one UK brand is formulating to meet the demand.

Henkel looks to the Egyptian market to increase its presence in Africa

17-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

To expand its foothold in Africa, German personal care player Henkel is set to invest €50m in Egypt in the next five years.

‘Don’t be afraid to tell consumers ‘no you’re not right’ - Glossybox MD

17-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

Beauty sampling provider Glossybox is not afraid to ask customers to unsubscribe from its online platforms should they become persistent in giving ‘abusive’ or ‘aggressive’ feedback on its social media channels.

French consumers top European poll of demand for Korean beauty

17-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

As demand for multi-functional cosmetics continues to sit at the top of French consumers’ beauty priority list, Korea’s innovations have been scooping up the majority of the market share.

Amazon and eBay are called on for extra vigilance as counterfeit cosmetics are on the rise

16-Jun-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

If you thought that counterfeit cosmetics were a problem reserved for the likes of developing countries, think again.

Study indicates women get jealous over makeup

15-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

New research suggests that male and female perceptions of women wearing makeup are very different and that some women may get jealous of makeup that gives a dominant effect.

L'Oréal creates first chief retail officer role in Americas region

14-Jun-2016 By Deanna Utroske

The multinational beauty company announced a CRO role for its Montreal-based L'Oréal Canada subsidiary this month. The new executive will lead retail strategy and customer experience for the company’s branded boutiques and shops.

Lush rules beauty and wellbeing trend with latest launch

14-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

The convergence of beauty and wellbeing has been well documented in recent years, but nothing underscores the trend more than the launch of the Lush beauty care and fitness.

Avon workers picket production facility in Turkey

10-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

Workers at an Avon manufacturing facility situated near Istanbul in Turkey have been protesting against alleged discrimination in pay for different types of employees.

Meeting consumer demands for ‘waterless’ products

10-Jun-2016 By Belinda Carli, director of The Institute of Personal Care Science

Consumers are increasingly looking to balance their use of products with an environmental conscience, and we’re seeing this demand met by a new wave of products being promoted as ‘waterless’.

Biotech beauty ingredient market growth underlined by Ginkgo Bioworks and Twist Bioscience deal

08-Jun-2016 By Deanna Utroske

Biotech innovations require industry-scale resources to get alternative ingredients for fragrance and personal care to market. As that market grows, synthetic DNA manufacturing, like what Twist Bioscience does, is in greater demand.

MakeUp in Paris event opens its doors this week

08-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

This Friday will see the MakeUp in Paris event open its doors for the two-day event that has become the go-to for colour cosmetic industry professionals.

Changing spending patterns leads to decline in value of UK beauty market

08-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

The value of the UK beauty market fell slightly in 2015, which according to market research company Mintel is all down to Brits seeking out bargain beauty products and treatments while spending more on experiences.

Superfood ingredients getting big in beauty

08-Jun-2016 By Lucy Whitehouse

Superfoods have been a dominant fad in the food industry for the past few years, with consumers turning to such ‘superfood ingredients’ as chia seed, pumpkin seed, quinoa, kale and more in their enthusiasm for naturals.

Lafley leaves P&G

06-Jun-2016 By Deanna Utroske

After 12 years as chairman of the board for the multinational consumer goods company, A.G. Lafley is leaving the post again. His successor will take over next month, and P&G hopes things move ahead smoothly.

Stephenson Personal Care launches sustainable emulsifier range

03-Jun-2016 By Simon Pitman

Stephenson Personal Care has launched a range of emulsifiers which it claims are more sustainable thanks to the use of a cold processing technique.

Influencer strategy lets beauty brands reach limitless consumers with word-of-mouth recommendations

02-Jun-2016 By Deanna Utroske

The social media – driven approach to PR has come into its own. So to find out what it’s all about, what works, and what’s next, Cosmetics Design checked in with Alexa Tonner, EVP of Collectively.

China gearing up to ban repackaged cosmetics?

02-Jun-2016 By Lucy Whitehouse

China looks set to ban the sale of repackaged cosmetics, according to industry commentators, a move which will shut down the widespread practice of repackaging and remarketing products in the country.

Nanoparticles in English Ivy could lead to synthetic cosmetic adhesives

31-May-2016 By Deanna Utroske

Researchers at Ohio State University now have a good understanding of what comprises the glue that binds this plant to the trees, fences, and walls it so readily climbs.

Palm oil: BASF responds to the 'decisive factor' of sustainability

31-May-2016 By Lucy Whitehouse

BASF, global specialty chemicals firm, has laid out a series of measures by which it hopes to raise the sustainability profile of its personal care ingredients offering, with a particular focus on palm oil.

Bigger eyebrow trend gives us the eyebrow comb

31-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

Bigger eyebrows have been one of the defining beauty trends of recent years, and off the back of this the latest accoutrement is an eyebrow comb for colouring.

L’Oréal targets African middle class, but it won’t be an easy ride

27-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

The rise of the African middle class is key to higher consumer spend for fast moving consumer goods, and L’Oreal’s designs on the continent are all about this.

Waste food could be the next thing in sustainable cosmetic ingredients

26-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

Growing pressure to be more sustainable, combined with advances in extraction technology is leading to a new generation of cosmetic and personal care ingredients that are derived from food waste and side streams.

Does this wrinkle app represent the advent of deep learning in beauty?

26-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

Anti-ageing and anti-wrinkle claims have long been questioned by both consumers and beauty industry experts alike, but now a new app invites users to verify claims from their own home.

Beauty Forum Awards to honour professionals in France

26-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

France is home to one of the most important markets for the cosmetics and personal care industry in the world, and a brand new awards forum is set to honour the country’s beauty professionals.

Colombia’s undiscovered natural cosmetics ingredients

25-May-2016 By Deanna Utroske

Areas of the South American country are largely uncharted when it comes to plant species because of the danger researchers face from decades of war and criminal gang activity. Now the prospect of peace could change all that.

RSPO European Roundtable will focus on progress so far

25-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

Next month will see the annual RSPO European Roundtable and give manufacturers and suppliers a chance to find out how the move towards sustainable palm oil is progressing.

Scientists modify microalgae to convert sunlight into complex molecules for natural compounds

25-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

A research team from Copenhagen Plant Science Centre at University of Copenhagen has modified a strain of microalgae so that it ‘manufactures’ a range of complex molecules.

L’Oréal raises the bar in Africa with new R&D facility

24-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

The world’s biggest cosmetics player has made no secret that it sees Africa as  its biggest potential growth market moving forward, and a new R&D facility in Johannesburg reflects that optimism.

Natrue Members' Assembly will take place in Berlin next month

24-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

The annual Natrue Assembly will take place in Berlin next month, gathering industry professional from the organic and natural beauty sector.

Natural skin care is big business for mass and specialty beauty retailers alike

24-May-2016 By Deanna Utroske

This summer Target will carry skin care from Fig + Yarrow, the latest in the retailer’s portfolio of natural and indie brands. And between Target, Whole Foods, Credo, and Sephora, naturals are gaining ground.

Butter-coated powders standout among cosmetics and skin care ingredients

23-May-2016 By Deanna Utroske

At this year’s NYSCC Suppliers Day event, Cosmetics Design checked in with Stellie Balthazard of Blue Sun International about that company’s butter-coated powder ingredients and the options that manufacturers have as talc falls by the wayside.

Investment company buys majority stake in silicones player BRB

19-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

Leading Netherlands-based silicones player BRB has been acquired through a majority stake acquisition by investment firm Bencis Capital Partners.

World Perfumery Congress returns to Florida next month

18-May-2016 By Deanna Utroske

For three days in June the WPC will convene in Miami Beach with a focus on sustainability and a full program of presentations, education, networking opportunities, and dozens of exhibiting fragrance suppliers.  

The in-cosmetics events are rebranded to reflect an expanded global portfolio

17-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

Over 26 years the in-cosmetics event has expanded to become the go-to for cosmetic and formulation experts worldwide, making the time right for a new look.

Innocos announces 2016 innovation winners

17-May-2016 By Simon Pitman

The winners of the Innocos 2016 Innovation Leader of the Year awards have been announced ahead of next month’s World Beauty Innovation Summit.

Shiseido's global innovation plan

17-May-2016 By Lucy Whitehouse

Shiseido, Japan-headquartered beauty giant, has announced that its strategy for innovation going forward will be structured around a ‘hub-and-spoke’ system, as it turns towards fully global R&D.

Small UK player hits new heights as view of make-up for men shifts

12-May-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

While the ‘mansome revolution’ may not be a new buzzword for the industry, a shift in attitude around male grooming is seeing demand extend far beyond moisturiser and beard trimmers – particularly in the UK.

CD Buzz: Fision WrinkleFix

A look at TRI-K’s multifunctional anti-aging ingredient

12-May-2016 By Deanna Utroske

At in-cosmetics Paris, Elzbieta Kaprzyk, director of innovation, research, and development for the company, spoke with Cosmetics Design reporter Deanna Utroske about Fision WrinkleFix.

Euromonitor highlights new beauty growth concepts

12-May-2016 By Michelle Yeomans

Exceedingly high-levels of competition in the beauty market means that staying one step ahead of future growth potential is vital. We spoke to Irina Barbalova of Euromonitor International to find out what to look for.