Colour cosmetics

Make-up matters: Contrast of facial features is a sign of aging

20-Mar-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

How make-up is used and applied can affect age perception according to a new study by Chanel Research and Technology dedicated to skin related issues and facial appearance.

The Body Shop invests in stronger foundations with suppliers as the brand expands

07-Mar-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

After re-launching the brand a year ago in an effort to bring it back to its heritage, The Body Shop has taken further steps to solidify its global presence by establishing a stronger foundation with its' day-to-day suppliers.

Research finds a decline in France, Italy and Spain prestige beauty sales

06-Mar-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Despite market researcher NPD Group finding the UK prestige beauty industry as posting strong gains in 2012, results in the same sector in France, Italy and Spain were found to be disappointing.

French natural and organic cosmetics market now second largest in Europe

27-Feb-2013 By Katie Nichol

After growing by over 30 per cent a year between 2002 and 2007 and expanding at a slower rate since the financial crisis, the French natural & organic cosmetics market is the now the second largest in Europe after Germany according to a recent report...

US colour cosmetics brand to increase European presence at Cosmoprof

20-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

NYX Cosmetics is once again focusing on expanding its cosmetics range in Europe and is exhibiting in two locations at Cosmoprof Bologna, after recently concentrating its efforts on the Asia Pacific region.

Research finds soybean crop to absorb nanoparticles in cosmetics

15-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists in France and the US have traced, for the first time, how nanoparticles found in personal care formulations can end up in agricultural soil, thus having significant effects on crops such as soybean.        

Japanese company sets its sights on Europe with 'unique' blow moulding process

13-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Honda Plus, a company specializing in packaging through direct blow molding is looking to expand into Europe after seeing success supplying to major brands like Shiseido, Kanebo and Kao on the Japanese market.

As health scares and perceptions emerge, ingredient suppliers face new challenges

11-Feb-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Continued reporting of health worries and perceptions of chemical dangers bring about fresh challenges for innovation that cosmetic ingredient suppliers must adapt to, according to US-based Inolex.

Packaging specialists develop airless lipstick to 'fill gap in the market'

08-Feb-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

German packaging supplier OEKAbeauty has teamed up with French company Cinqpats to develop an airless lipstick, that they reckon the colour cosmetics market is missing.

Prestige make-up kisses the recession goodbye as sales increase

29-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Sales of prestige make-up have recorded double-digit growth in value sales year-on-year, beating the recession as products are viewed as affordable luxury.

Yves Rocher grandson takes family behind the brand into billionaire status

25-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

Despite only taking over his grandfather’s French beauty firm three years ago, Bris Rocher has brought the family behind the cosmetics giant to billionaire status, as sales top $3 (€2.3) billion in 2012.

MAC set to open Paris flagship store

24-Jan-2013

In a bid to furhter expand the US brand, the colour cosmetics company is gearing up to unveil its’ new superstore in Paris next month. 

Governments at UN forum agree on treaty to tackle mercury emissions

22-Jan-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

After meeting at a UN forum last week, global governments have agreed on the first legally binding, global treaty to tackle mercury pollution after a recent UNEP report revealed that emissions were on the up particularly in Africa, Asia and South America.

Affordable indulgence boosts professional nail care market

16-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The affordable indulgence of getting your nails done is driving consumer demand and aiding the segment in outperforming all other cosmetics categories.

The big 2013 trend in Korea? Move over Psy it’s men’s make-up time!

10-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The new calendar has seen the continuing growth of one of the biggest trends in South Korea, and it’s not the exuberant, catchy, feel-good viral dance phenomenon unearthed in 2012; but rather the increase in men’s make-up sales.

Report finds more French women go online to buy cosmetics

14-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to a study by market researcher Come & Stay, 67 per cent of French women buy their cosmetics online, confirming that consumers are developing an increasing confidence towards shopping online.

EU scientists make considerable progress in animal testing area

11-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

EU scientists have been awarded the first ever £250,000 (€310,000) Lush Science Prize for their steadfast progress in an ongoing research project to find an alternative to animal testing with chemical safety in mind.

Fashion brands taking on the cosmetics industry - what it really takes...

04-Dec-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

On the recent announcement of UK clothing line Superdry expanding into the industry, Cosmetics Design wondered just what it takes to successfully translate a fashion brand to one of beauty in such a diverse and fiercely competitive market?

ASA goes after online beauty retailer for false marketing claims

30-Nov-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The UK Advertising Standards Agency has clamped down on an online beauty retailer after questioning whether it's online campaign that it is the “UK's favourite online beauty store" could be substantiated.

Report estimates global personal care industry to reach €487 billion by 2017

26-Oct-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to market researcher Lucintel, the global personal care products industry is to reach $630 (€487) billion by 2017, with a CAGR of 3.4 per cent over the next five years.

EU scientists consult on eyelash colourants and cosmetic pigments

26-Oct-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The European Commission’s Scientific Committee for Consumer Safety (SCCS) has opened public consultations for oxidative hair dye substances, pigment red 57 and hydrogen peroxide used in eyelash colourants.

EU consumer group calls for strict limits on triclosan

23-Oct-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The European Consumer Organisation (Beuc) has put forward to the European Commission for public consultation that the use of triclosan in cosmetic products be strictly limited to protect consumers’ health.

New EU cosmetics regulation in place next year: a closer look

11-Oct-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As upcoming industry events in Europe and beyond turn their attention to the new EU cosmetics regulations being exercised next year, Cosmetics Design takes a look at some of the key points from the new legislation.

Lush: The Body Shop is not fitting L’Oreal’s 'profit profile'

09-Oct-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Mark Constantine, founder of The Body Shop’s rival - Lush Cosmetics - has been making waves in the industry after stating that an inside source told him that the chain was being groomed for sale.

Sweden works with the cosmetics industry to phase out hazardous materials

05-Oct-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The Swedish Chemicals Agency (Kemi) has revealed it has been collaborating with cosmetics industry representatives to potentially phase-out hazardous substances.

Halal cosmetics segment is on the rise...

04-Oct-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to Organic Monitor, halal products are becoming more popular with international manufacturers and suppliers, and an increasing preference for natural and organic products in the Middle East has seen the sector grow by 20 per cent last year.

France sees drop in cosmetics sales in the first half of 2012

25-Sep-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to a report by market researcher NPD and the French Federation of selective perfumery (FFPS), cosmetics retail sales in France decreased in the first half of 2012 by 2.9 per cent in volume and -0.4 per cent in value.

Mintel: nail cosmetics segment shines in UK market

13-Sep-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to the latest research from Mintel, the nail cosmetics segment posted double-digit growth to reach a value of £221 (€275) million in the UK colour cosmetics market in 2011, suggesting that makeup has become the recession’s war paint.

Technology focus for first time at Sustainable Cosmetics Summit

11-Sep-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

New technologies will be a key theme of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit this year, concentrating on controversy surrounding nanotechnology, biomimicry, novel extraction techniques and developments in stem cell technology.

Moroccan ministry now requires cosmetics to register before going to market

04-Sep-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The Moroccan Ministry of Health has announced that cosmetic manufacturers will now be subject to registration procedures before their products can go to market.

Russia updates cosmetics regulations

31-Aug-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Russia has scrapped its Sanitary Government Registration (SGR) as part of an overhaul on cosmetic import regulations, which previously required products to conform to the sanitary requirements of the Single Customs Union (Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan).

UL extends its global reach in cosmetics with acquisition

23-Aug-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Global safety science company UL has announced the acquisition of ICQ Global, a consumer product testing provider with presence in the cosmetics industry across Europe, Asia and the US, in a bid to extend its global reach in consumer product testing. 

Nail care prises UK colour cosmetics market into a strong position following recession

09-Aug-2012 By Andrew McDougall

In a difficult time for industry, the UK colour cosmetics market is one of the bright sparks following the economic recession as with nail care products driving sales as expected.

ISO standard roundup so far in 2012....

09-Aug-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The international Organization for Standardization has in recent months published new standards in various areas of regulation in cosmetics. In light of this, Cosmetics Design rounds up the progress in 2012 so far...

Colour cosmetics trends so far in 2012...

19-Jul-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

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...

Study links cosmetics to increased risk of diabetes but trade association denies reports

16-Jul-2012 By Andrew McDougall

A new study has suggested that phthalates found in many cosmetic products could increase the risk of diabetes in women, although the industry has moved quickly to refute these claims.

Nails as fashion accessories driving US market growth

12-Jul-2012 By Andrew McDougall

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.

Quadpack to unveil the latest in make-up packaging trends in Paris

16-Jun-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

International cosmetics packaging provider Quadpack is to unveil two new developments at the ‘Make Up’ event in Paris next month.

Taiki claims industry first in resin that eliminates preservatives in mascara formulas

16-Jun-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Taiki Group claims it has solved the largest safety concern women have in make-up application – the eyes - with ‘EcoG+’, an application that contains an antimicrobial resin said to eliminate preservatives in mascara formulas.  

Nail polish is the new lipstick effect, says Euromonitor

16-Jun-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

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... 

Scientists reiterate nanotechnology in sunscreens is safe

22-May-2012 By Andrew McDougall

The American Academy of Dermatology has reiterated the importance and safety of sunscreens for protection against skin damage, highlighting the effectiveness of nanotechnology and stating that new FDA regulations will be of great help.

NIR quality testing device coming to a smartphone near you – Fraunhofer

09-May-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Smartphones equipped with innovative near infrared technology no bigger than a sugar lump could open the door for rapid quality testing of a host of products, according to the Fraunhofer Institute.

Skin care and make-up boost prestige beauty sales in China

02-May-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Last year saw the prestige beauty marketing generate high sales and double digit growth, with particular thanks to the skin care and make-up categories.

Mulberry root extract developed to help with eyelash growth

25-Apr-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

A formulation featuring mulberry root extract to promote eyelash growth has been developed by Japanese based company Fuji-Sangyo. This comes as one of many hair growth tonics the company unveiled at in-cosmetics in Barcelona last week.

Nail care manufacturers warned over mislabelling of toxic chemicals

16-Apr-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A study from the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has fired a warning shot to manufacturers of nail care products claiming that many nail care products contain toxic chemicals even though their labels claim otherwise.

Shiseido launches new mascara with camellia oil

13-Apr-2012

Shiseido has developed a new mascara featuring camellia oil, that the company says provides moisture to the lashes and lasts up to 16 hours.

Face make-up focus for latest Albéa innovations

21-Mar-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Albéa launched its latest packs for face make-up at the Cosmoprof Worldwide 2012 event in Bologna with a focus on compacts and applicators.

Aveda recalls lash abundance boosting serum

07-Mar-2012

Aveda has announced a voluntary consumer recall of its Lash Abundance Boosting Serum from anyone who has purchased or received this product after it determined that the preservative system in the formula may not be sufficient to protect against certain...

Latest colour cosmetics launches draw on trend for bright and bold packaging

14-Dec-2011 By Pooja Kondhia

Recently launched mascara packs by HCP and lip gloss applicators by Albéa draw on the trend for big and bright colour cosmetics packaging which attract more consumers.

Oat Cosmetics launches Ecocert accredited oat flour for cosmetics use

26-Oct-2011 By Andrew McDougall

UK-based Oat Cosmetics has launched an Ecocert accredited Superfine Oat Flour for use in natural cosmetic ingredients, building on the growing cosmetics trend that ‘if it is good enough to eat, it is good enough for my skin.’