Hair care

Study links early menopause to everyday exposure – but NOT cosmetics!

30-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A new study has linked high levels of chemicals that we come across every day in the environment, plastics, and other household items, with women experiencing menopause 2-4 years earlier – however none of the concerning ingredients studied are used in...

ECHA implements compliance check strategy to tighten practice on dossier updates

29-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has implemented a new strategy for checking compliance in the hope of increasing efficiency and transparency in dossier evaluation which it hopes will reduce processing time of these documents and ensure safety.

Scientists use stem cells to grow new hair

29-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Stem cells are tipped to be the future for many different scientific studies and it seems that this could include hair loss after scientists used human pluripotent stem cells to generate new hair.

Soybean oil-based surfactant proven to improve cleaning, foaming and conditioning in shampoo

28-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists have developed a new non-toxic, environmentally friendly soybean oil-based polymeric surfactant (SBPS) and having studied it for potential application as a surface-active ingredient for shampoos, found that it improves cleaning, foaming, and...

Women need to #DitchTheDrama as hair problems get in the way of life, says P&G

27-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A bad hair day can have a big impact and make women avoid doing things like wearing a hat, rolling down a window, or even getting intimate for fear that it will mess up their ‘do’. Apparently this is common, and the driving force behind Procter &...

Clariant and Beraca team up to produce sustainable cosmetics ingredients

27-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Swiss ingredients supplier Clariant is to join forces with Brazilian firm Beraca in a strategic alliance that will aim to produce sustainable ingredients for personal care.

Symrise targets Hispanic beauty and fragrance consumers

26-Jan-2015 By Simon Pitman

Fragrance and ingredients player Symrise says it is aiming to tap into the fast growing Latin American consumer base with its newly launched Latina Connection program.

EU shrinking revenues sees L’Oréal turn to Ghana and Rwanda

23-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

Cosmetics giant L’Oréal is eyeing up fast-growing economies such as Rwanda and Ghana as the European markets are reported to be experiencing shrinking revenues.

UK brands are 'not effectively targeting consumers online'

21-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

L2’s study from the holiday period, yet to be officially released, suggests UK brands are not effectively targeting consumers who like to buy gifts online.

New opportunities lie in catering to 'wellness' demand

21-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

With more beauty buyers embracing wellness, cosmetics featuring buzzwords like 'energy' or 'de-stressing' is resonating with consumers.

Datamonitor Comment

Africa flagged to be the next male grooming market

20-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

As global cosmetic brands rush to tailor products to meet consumers’ needs in Africa; Datamonitor Consumer says there is an emerging audience that cosmetics firms should pay attention to – black African men.

Strawberries in cream – specialty oils developed for cosmetics

19-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The sweet fruit, often a dessert favorite, could also be the answer in anti-aging, hair care, and make-up products after Natural Sourcing announced it will develop its line of specialty oils.

Naturex invests in Chile operations to increase production of quillaia

16-Jan-2015 By Simon Pitman

France-based natural ingredients player Naturex has invested in the expansion of its production facility in Chile in an effort to increase the processing of quillaia extract.

Digital is helping brands achieve 'lifetime value of their products'

16-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

A study carried out by Forrester Consulting revealed that consumer packaged goods companies like cosmetics, can achieve cross-channel growth by digitally collaborating with retailers and distributors.

Godrej acquires Frika Hair to boost South Africa presence

15-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Indian consumer products company Godrej is looking to target the hair care market in South Africa having entered into an agreement to acquire a 100% equity stake in Cape Town firm Frika Hair’s hair extension business.

Henkel invests in Slovenia beauty care facility

14-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

Henkel Beauty Care has expanded its production facility in Maribor, Slovenina investing almost 3 million euros into the new 1,800 m2 modern laboratory and engineering facility.

Beauty academy reveals eyebrow shaping as most popular course for men

13-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

A London-based beauty academy has revealed a quarter of UK beauty businesses are now owned by men.

Exclusive Debate

Organic Standards – just how relevant are they?

13-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

There has been much debate recently over the use of organic standards and what effect this has on the cosmetics and personal care industry, with some for and some against. Here we ask two experts to provide their view…

DSM launches hair styling product and concept to battle bad hair days

09-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

That age-old problem that most have experienced, the bad hair day, is the driving force behind DSM’s new hair styling product and concept.

Rice - the latest 'go to' ingredient in Japanese cosmetics

09-Jan-2015 By Michelle Yeomans

Oryza sativa, the annual herbaceous plant that produces rice has been gaining momentum as an emollient for its sebum restitutive properties.

L’Oreal and Evolva collaboration reaches first cosmetics ingredient milestone

08-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

L’Oreal and Evolva Holding have reached a milestone in their innovative cosmetics ingredient project, announcing that the first part of the research & development collaboration has been completed.

DSM Personal Care signs distribution agreement with Mascot in South Asia

07-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

DSM Personal Care is upping its presence in South Asia having announced that Mascot Universal Pvt. Ltd will be its sole distributor in in the region.

Millennial generation engage more and they want to prevent ageing

06-Jan-2015 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The growing influence from the millennial generation means that beauty care players need to ensure they are engaging people to deliver a unique experience. With this in mind, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com spoke with Verna Talcott at Dow Corning to discuss...

Editor’s Pick: the top articles of 2014

24-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

There is no doubt that 2014 was another exciting year in the cosmetics industry with much happening, and here we select our top stories of the last 12 months, touching on some of the hottest topics in EMEA.

'Tis the season of opportunity for beauty brands with Advent calenders!

23-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

This Holiday season we noted the return of the beauty Advent calendar. The version for grown-ups has created new opportunities for cosmetic brands of late, particularly in 2014 with the rise of the festive ‘self-gifting’ trend.

L’Oréal announces acquisition of ColoRight

18-Dec-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Cosmetics giant L’Oréal has announced the acquisition of an Israeli start-up company in a move that reinforces its hair care innovation and research.

'Cytokines therapy' gaining momentum for treating Alopecia

18-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Korean based ‘AesMed’ has developed a hair loss treatment solution based on ‘Cytokines therapy’ to control hair cell activation.

Evonik develops hair conditioning agent to meet market demand

17-Dec-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Ingredients supplier Evonik has introduced its new VARISOFT EQ100 liquid conditioning agent to meet hair care market demands along with improved its sustainability profile.

LICARA guidelines to help industry weigh up use of nanomaterials

17-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

As European legislation remains a challenge for the cosmetics industry, LICARA guidelines are geared towards helping to weigh up the pros and cons and assess the risks of using nanomaterials in products. 

Japanese scientists confident bee propolis can help hair re-growth

17-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Propolis, a resin-like substance used by honeybees to seal small crevices in their hives, has been found to encourage hair growth in mice. 

Beiersdorf launches improved Pearlfinder initiative to encourage innovation

16-Dec-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Beiersdorf has launched a revised version of its open innovation platform Pearlfinder as it looks to scout new raw materials and technologies and share creative innovation ideas.

Evonik exec says 2015 will be the year of sustainability for the US cosmetics industry

15-Dec-2014 By Simon Pitman

a Sustainability is likely to be the defining element for the cosmetics industry in North America, according to Evonik’s North America personal care vice president, Paul Washlock, who believes that the industry is responding to the demands of a better...

Online shopping on the up in South Africa

12-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Internet retailing continues to see growth across South Africa due to an expansion of digital devices such as tablets and smart phones, as well as increased competition within the online retailing segment.

Dry shampoo category continues to build momentum

09-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to analysts at Mintel, the dry shampoo category has catapulted from 1% of all new shampoo products in 2009, to 5% in 2014, thanks to the likes of advanced powder valve technologies helping to power the segment.

BASF presents new formulation concepts based on consumer research

04-Dec-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Chemicals giant BASF is using the HPCI Middle East and Eurasia Exhibition in Istanbul to present its latest formulation concepts for the personal care market with a focus on anti-ageing face care and hair conditioning.

L2 awards Yves Rocher with Russia digital 'genius' status

04-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to L2’s Russia Luxury Digital IQ Index, few Western prestige brands are making the right digital investments and insulating themselves from market uncertainty. However, cosmetics company Yves Rocher has been awarded the top ‘Genius’ title for...

Russia publishes cosmetics ingredients textbook

04-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Russia has published a new edition of the 'Encyclopedia of ingredients for cosmetics and perfumery'.

L’Oreal and Nestle end Inneov venture

28-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Cosmetics manufacturer L’Oreal and food giant Nestle have announced they will end the activity of their joint venture Innéov during the course of the first quarter 2015. 

UK shoppers are set to take advantage of Black Friday

28-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Almost half of UK shoppers are set to take advantage of Black Friday deals as the event reaches an all-time high in the country, market analyst Verdict reports.

Boots adds quirky Soap & Glory brand to its' portfolio

27-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Alliance Boots has confirmed it has acquired quirky skin care and colour cosmetics brand Soap & Glory.

Dry shampoo market grows as consumer perceptions change

26-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A change in consumer behaviour and an emphasis on the beauty benefits of dry shampoo is helping to boost the market as acceptance grows around the world.

First exhibition focuses on African 'critical' shea based cosmetics industry

26-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

A shea-based cosmetics exhibition, the first of its kind for Africa, has focused on stimulating new ideas, promoting the best steps to move the sector forward and encouraging economic growth across the continent.

Clariant achieves Cosmetics GMP for all dedicated sites

26-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Swiss supplier Clariant has completed global ISO22716 and EFfci Cosmetics Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification for all 22 of its dedicated cosmetics ingredients sites, including core-toll manufacturers. 

DSM explores the power of Chinese women...

25-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

DSM has explored Chinese women to deconstruct some cultural codes that influence the personal care market. The research is to ultimately tailor existing solutions and create new ones that answer the needs of this important market.

Consumers still struggle with the difference between 'natural' and 'organic'

18-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

At the European Parliament in Brussels, NATRUE revealed that while 75% of women are aware that there is a difference between natural and organic ingredients, only a third feel that they really understand what the difference is. 

Facial hair trend does not mean grooming tools are in 'terminal decline'

18-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to market researcher Bridgethorne, despite a major decline across Europe in sales of men’s shaving and hair removal products, growth possibilities for niche products like beard oil, beard trimmers and moustache wax are ripe.

EU addresses WTO with concern over China’s cosmetics regulations

13-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The European Union has expressed its' concerns over China’s regulations on cosmetics and medical devices at the World Trade Organisation’s technical standards committee. 

Scientists concerned Europe may fall short of producing 'world-class science'

13-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Prominent plant scientists in Europe are concerned the continent may lose its prime research position unless field trials are allowed on genetically modified (GM) plant varieties that have been judged safe.

L'Oréal attributes European market for slump in sales

11-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to cosmetic giant L'Oréal, the mass market hit an 'air pocket' in western Europe during the third quarter, hitting its' consumer products division, which accounts for almost half of group revenues.

Last days to register for the anti-ageing hair care forum!

07-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The Anti-Ageing Hair Care Forum online event will take place on Thursday, November 13th, giving you just a few days to make sure you register for free before the deadline closes.