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Androgynous beauty: makeup for men and gender-free fragrance

12-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

A lot of noise is being made about the potential of male grooming as a rising category in beauty, but where are we seeing launches from finished product manufacturers that really move the conversation forward?

Leading Scandinavian beauty innovations and insights to be revealed

12-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

At the upcoming Natural Products Scandinavia 2018, the leading brands, products and ingredients will be showcased for the Scandi region, with a strong emphasis on the beauty industry.

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Sustainability in beauty: what are the defining future trends?

12-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Discover some key drivers defining how beauty companies will need to be behaving in the coming years when it comes to sustainability.

Holland & Barrett Sweden to host live pitching session

11-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Holland & Barrett, one of the largest health and wellness retailers in Europe, is set to host an exclusive live pitching session next month.

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Ageing populations and appetite for naturals to boost hair care growth

11-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

We get insights from market research firm Transparency Market Research on what key drivers are likely to boost hair care sales in the coming period.

AkzoNobel Specialty Chemicals just became Nouryon

11-Oct-2018 By Deanna Utroske

At the start of October, AkzoNobel completed a deal selling its specialty chemical business (which supplies the cosmetics and personal care industry with an array of ingredients) to the Carlyle Group and GIC. With a new name, Nouryon is moving forward...

Top tips for using botanicals in beauty: naturals opportunity interview part III

10-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Kew Gardens’ deputy director of science reveals the opportunities from natural sources for next level botanical actives in beauty in this three part exclusive interview.

Can botanicals offer a reliable supply for the industry? Naturals opportunity interview part II

10-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Kew Gardens’ deputy director of science reveals the opportunities from natural sources for next level botanical actives in beauty in this three part exclusive interview.

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Advances in Botanical Actives: naturals opportunity interview part I

10-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Kew Gardens’ deputy director of science reveals the opportunities from natural sources for next level botanical actives in beauty in this three part exclusive interview.

Key points for cosmetics registration in Israel that you need to know about

09-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

For companies keen to register cosmetics products in both markets, this guest article from regulatory expert reveals the big differences of which to be aware.

Natura awarded certification by Cruelty Free International

09-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Major global beauty and personal care player from Brazil, Natura &Co, has been awarded recognition of its efforts in the area of animal welfare.

4 key trends: cannabis, male grooming, personalisation, and clean & green

08-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

We take a look at four of the key market trends defining the beauty industry at the moment on a global scale: cannabis, male grooming, personalisation, and clean & green beauty.

What the Unilever decision to stick with its UK headquarters means

05-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Investor opposition has meant that Unilever will be keeping its headquarters in the UK, rather than its previously planned move to the Netherlands. We take a look behind the headlines at why.

Animal testing global ban: UN receives major petition

05-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

The largest ever petition calling for an end to cosmetic animal testing globally has been presented to the UN.

Evonik repositions itself in personal care

04-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Evonik, major specialty chemicals company active in the beauty industry, has repositioned itself in personal care and household products markets to form its new Care Solutions business.

Turkey: beauty and personal care potential explained

04-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Turkey is a rising market for cosmetics and a high number of products sold are imported. This guest article reveals all the regulatory issues around the market.

Bespoke beauty: is the technology advanced enough yet?

03-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

While the potential for personalisation in beauty seems massive, does the necessary tech really exist yet?

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‘The future of beauty ​is personalised​’: Genomics and AI in bespoke beauty

03-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Discover our exclusive interview with an industry expert on the potential of technology to revolutionise bespoke, tailor-made beauty and personal care offerings.

Independent vegan hair dye player set for US expansion

02-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

With vegan products a major trend in several key markets for beauty, one new player looks set to become a leader among vegan hair dye offerings.

Regulation and safety: global beauty industry update

01-Oct-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

What’s new in animal testing regulation, naturals claims, nano UV filters and ingredients transparency? In this special feature, we cast an eye over the latest and most impactful shifts in regulation and safety for the beauty and personal care industry.

Eastman to debut new packaging innovations at Luxe Pack Monaco

28-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

US-based packaging provider Eastman is to showcase a range of its latest packaging innovations at next week’s Luxe Pack show, in Monaco.

Colep develops light weight cans for Henkel’s Syoss hair care range

28-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

Packaging provider Colep has collaborated with Henkel to develop a new light weight can for its range of hairspray products marketed under the Syoss brand.

Symrise highlights its Halal certified portfolio of ingredient

28-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

Germany-based ingredients providers Symrise says it has been working hard towards Halal certifying a broad spectrum of its ingredients, which means that more than 200 of them now comply with Islamic law.

Swallowfield results show big hike in profits but sliding sales

27-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

Cosmetic and personal care contract manufacturer Swallowfield has reported its latest full year results, showing that adjusted profits were up by 37%, despite a slight drop in sales.

L’Occitane unveils start-up studio, Obratori

27-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

The France-based brand owner says that the launch aims to promote an entrepreneurial spirit to promote the start-up of new and innovative cosmetic and personal care brands.

Roquette collaborates with SKEMA on recruitment

26-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

Ingredients provider Roquette has formed a global collaboration with business school SKEMA in an effort to train and recruit future employees.

Givaudan introduces fragrance on the move concept

25-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

Givaudan has launched its fragrance on the move concept at last week’s in-cosmetics LATAM, highlighting another way the fragrance category is continuing to reinvent itself.

Revieve dives into personalistaion trend

25-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

Finland-based Revieve, a leader in digital solutions to track beauty shopping trends, has expanded its Digital Beauty Advisor service to help brands acquire key data for skin and beauty-related consumer habits.

Coming soon on Tmall: Boots makes first move into China

25-Sep-2018 By Amanda Lim

No.7, Soap & Glory and more will soon be available to Chinese consumers as Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) and the Alibaba Group unveiled the official flagship of Boots on cross-border e-commerce platform Tmall Global.

Indie Beauty Expo in London next month: why attend, and what to expect

21-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

The independent beauty market in Europe is about to welcome a new dedicated trade event to London.

L’Oréal invests in Africa tech and innovation fund

21-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

The global beauty giant’s commitment to funding Partech Africa suggests it has hopes for the region’s potential for the beauty industry.

SCS Paris: New Technologies and Green Materials to be showcased in Paris

20-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

The European edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit will feature green materials, new technologies, and marketing developments.

6 recyclable and sustainable packaging innovations

20-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Here are some of the leading efforts in the area of sustainable packaging being made by industry brands and companies.

Natural & Organic Labelling Special Edition

The rise and rise of vegan claims for cosmetics

19-Sep-2018 By Simon Pitman

Cosmetic and personal care carrying vegan claims are definitely on trend these days, highlighted by a daily deluge of new product launches carrying animal-friendly labels, worldwide.

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Edible Beauty: pills, tonics, teas, skin care, and cosmetics

19-Sep-2018 By Deanna Utroske

Today’s personal care consumer believes that the body, effectively, eats whatever comes into contact with the skin. And this means that the quality and origin of skin care, hair care, fragrance, and beauty ingredients are all the more significant. Edible...

COSMOS evolves as unified certification for natural and organic beauty

19-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

We catch up on how one of the leading certifications for natural and organic beauty is changing, and what brands need to do to keep up.

7 exciting recent male grooming launches, trends and innovations

18-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

With the segment tipped for further growth, here are some top shifts and launches being seen in the male grooming space - including Chanel's first makeup line for men.

Practical tips for making the most of ‘natural capital’

18-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Following our expert interview on how natural capital can transform the industry, we reveal some top tips for how companies can get involved and maximise on it.

What potential does ‘natural capital’ have for the beauty and personal care industry?

18-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

We catch up with Hannah Pitts, Relationships Director, Natural Capital Coalition, on how a good understanding of natural capital can transform the industry.

Could North Korean cosmetics soon be available to global consumers?

18-Sep-2018 By Amanda Lim

Beauty products from North Korea may soon be available globally as leader Kim Jong Un again highlighting the potential of the country’s cosmetics sector.

Latest business and financial updates from around the world

17-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

From beauty’s part in the so-called ‘trade wars’ between the US and other major global markets, to Mibelle’s ambitious Asia expansion plans, we round up some of the defining recent business and financial updates across the supply chain.

Fragrances in beauty and personal care: market overview

14-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

We take a look at where the opportunities and challenges lie for the fragrance market when it comes to the beauty and personal care industry.

SEPAWA releases Forum for Innovation programme

14-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

As this year’s congress in Berlin approaches, SEPAWA organisers have released the programme for its Forum for Innovation.

New molecules for beauty and hair care: Interview with The Unseen

14-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

A company that works with materials in order to create visual representations of data is launching a hair dye that changes colour in keeping with changes in the temperature around it.

Up close and personal – how the beauty industry is going bespoke

12-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

This year’s in-cosmetics Formulation Summit will offer cutting-edge insight and scientific analysis of personalised beauty, examining how brands need to respond to keep pace with rapid change.

Who’s who in green beauty Scandinavia?

12-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Natural Products Scandinavia has launched ‘Who’s who in Green Beauty Scandinavia’ – a new initiative celebrating the top personalities making a difference in green beauty in the region.

IFSCC gets set for Munich: skin biology in focus

11-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Major scientific and technical aspects in the field of cosmetic science are set to be up for discussion by top international speakers in the upcoming IFSCC event in Munich.

Unilever simplifies its business structure

11-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Unilever has announced the how it intends to carry out its planned transformation into a ‘simpler, more agile and more focused business’.

SABIC to complete purchase of stake in Clariant

11-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

Clariant, global specialty chemicals company, has confirmed that SABIC is to complete a purchase of a 24.99% stake in it, after receiving all regulatory approvals.

Are consumers losing interest in hair care in Western Europe?

07-Sep-2018 By Lucy Whitehouse

The most recent data from a leading market research provider suggests that consumers in Western Europe are restricting hair care spending in favour of more natural looks.