Hair care

Increasing consumer understanding is Unilever’s natural hair care goal

21-Sep-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

More needs to be done to increase consumer understanding of natural hair care products and better communication is the way to do this according to consumer goods giant Unilever.

ASA clamps down on ‘organic’ advertising claims

21-Sep-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The UK Advertising Standards Agency has clamped down on yet another cosmetic company after finding that it's print media campaign featuring ‘organic’ claims on a hair dye line to be misleading.

Manufacturers note France as a key market for skin consulting devices

18-Sep-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

In a joint venture Germany-based tech group Schott and Moritex, a manufacturer of imaging solutions, have expanded their line of cosmetic skin and hair care consulting devices to the European market in an effort to cater to brands that are investing in...

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.

Hair care hatrick for Brazil as market shows strongest growth again

06-Sep-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

For the third year in succession the Brazilian hair care market has displayed the strongest incremental growth globally and shows no signs of letting up, as some of the industry’s key players take an active interest in the market.

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.

Colourants offer biggest hair care opportunity in developed markets

04-Sep-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Hair colourants, conditioners and styling agents offer the best opportunities for hair care in the developed markets as the ‘affordable luxury’ trends picks up pace, according to market analyst Euromonitor.

Emerging markets up but European hair care unlikely to see return to growth

31-Aug-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The emerging markets have come up trumps for the global hair care market covering up the jaded growth rates in Western Europe, the US and Japan.

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).

Haircare ingredients 2012 virtual conference and expo is September 19th

31-Aug-2012 By Simon Pitman

Mark the date in your calendars because it is now less than three weeks until the first ever Cosmetics Design Haircare Ingredients virtual conference and expo kicks off.

The rise of the male.....grooming sector

22-Aug-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Although many segments of the cosmetics industry are levelling off, the area of men’s grooming is actually reporting strong sales growth. In light of this Cosmetics Design takes a look at what’s driving the segment so far in 2012...

Sustainability, supply and certification are the biggest challenges for natural formulators – expert

14-Aug-2012 By Simon Pitman

There are a plethora of obstacles when it comes to tackling organic and natural formulation says formulation expert Dr Barbara Olioso, who points to ‘technology, knowledge and common sense’ as the best navigation tools.

EU publishes new directive on final batch of hair dye substances

07-Aug-2012 By Michelle YEOMANS

In an effort to ensure that hair dyes contain only the safest of substances, the European Commission has adopted a Directive that restricts the use of an additional 24 substances.

Natural on the rise in China hair care market? Mintel says so…

02-Aug-2012 By Andrew McDougall

According to the latest Mintel research, eight in ten urban Chinese consumers say they prefer to buy all-natural hair care products with one in ten saying this is the most important purchasing influence.

Round-up of SCCS updates so far in 2012...

31-Jul-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

In recent months the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has been regularly updating the industry on its progress in safety and regulation areas. In light of this, Cosmetics Design rounds up its progress so far in 2012...

Hair care and regulation high on the agenda at in-cosmetics Asia

25-Jul-2012 By Andrew McDougall

The organisers of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show have released the educational programme for the upcoming event in Bangkok, highlighting hair care and regulation as the key talking points in the region.

Hair-y bad news again for Nutrilinks as EFSA rejects 2 more health claims

19-Jul-2012 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Having been in the spotlight over skin health claims made, Swiss company Nutrilinks has now seen two of its claims regarding hair loss reduction and hair strength reinforcement rejected by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

EC notes hair dye formulation is unsafe

17-Jul-2012 By Andrew McDougall

The European Comission’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has released its opinion on Tetrabromophenol Blue, used in hair dyes, noting it may pose a risk to consumers.

Hair care trends in 2012 so far....

13-Jul-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

From anti-ageing shampoos to hair loss tonics, it’s been a busy year for the hair care sector.  Cosmetics Design takes a look at the developments and innovations in this area so far....

Cosmetic ingredients should only be reviewed if science backs up safety concerns

12-Jul-2012 By Andrew McDougall

It is now more important than ever that specific ingredients are only put up for official review if there are solid scientific concerns about their safety, says an industry trade association.

EC deems formaldehyde equivalent unsafe for use in hair straighteners

10-Jul-2012 By Andrew McDougall

The European Commission believes the use of methylene glycol/formaldehyde at 0.2 per cent formaldehyde equivalent is not considered safe in hair straighteners following a meeting held on the subject in June.

Further understanding of hair follicles leads to breakthrough for L’Oréal scientist

22-Jun-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Studies into the consumer perception of hair loss has led to the revelation that it is in fact hair density that is diminishing and this has opened up a whole new line of research and scientific development for L’Oréal.

L’Oréal to launch new active to increase hair density

21-Jun-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Cosmetics maker L’Oréal will launch a new active ingredient in September that awakens dormant hair and enhances hair density, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com can reveal.

Cosmetics sector to be affected by slowdown in chemical production

20-Jun-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

According to a European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) report, chemical production in Europe is to come to a standstill in 2012 due to the continent's debt crisis which will no doubt affect the cosmetics industry.

Congressman calls on FDA to halt use of lindane in kids’ shampoo

12-Jun-2012 By Andrew McDougall

A US Congressman has written to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requesting that the ingredient lindane not be used in children’s shampoo.

Sustainable Personal and Fabric Care Asia highlights market and ingredients trends

15-May-2012 By Katie Nichol

In addition to sustainable developments. the key topics to be covered at the Sustainable Personal and Fabric Care Asia conference in Shanghai on 21 and 22 June 2012 are ingredient innovations and supply issues, together with market outlook and consumer...

Fungal study highlights new enzyme to tackle dandruff

14-May-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Scientists are looking into a potential new treatment for the cause of dandruff having studied one of the main perpetrators; a fungus found on the scalp.

Croda showcases unique testing method and hair movement claims of new conditioning agent

11-May-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Ingredients supplier Croda has showcased its latest hair conditioning agent Keradyn HH, which is uniquely tested, allowing it to make some bold claims regarding hair movement.

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.

Secondary benefits very important in designing a modern hairspray

04-May-2012 By Andrew McDougall

The hairspray market has posted big sales in the last few years, and now it is more important than ever to listen to consumers and follow the trends in order to be successful.

Cosmetics Europe Exclusive Report

Nano is important for the future but there’s still work to be done

25-Apr-2012 By Andrew McDougall

In the latest instalment of Cosmetics Design’s exclusive report from the Brussels headquarters of Cosmetics Europe, the personal care association told us that whilst nanotechnology is important in the industry’s future, there is still work to be done.

BASF taps into consumer need to differentiate with new hair care ingredients

24-Apr-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Consumers want to differentiate from one another by using specific hair care products with needs ranging from protecting and repairing hair, to strengthening and straightening hair, according to chemical company BASF.

The consumer wants a closer relationship with a product, says Pukka Herbs founder

24-Apr-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com caught up with Ayurvedic Practitioner and Herbalist, Sebastian Pole after delivering a presentation on 'Niche brands building for success' at in-cosmetics in Barcelona.

Evonik launches new anti-ageing active from the Arjun tree at in-cosmetics

20-Apr-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

The Germany-headquarted company has launched a new active ingredient said to be specifically developed to restore the natural sebum levels of mature and postmenopausal skin at this year’s in-cosmetics event in Barcelona.

In-Cosmetics ingredients launch round-up II

18-Apr-2012 By Katie Nichol

In the second of a two-part series, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com continues its look at some of the new ingredients being presented by exhibitors at this years in-cosmetics in Barcelona from 17-19th April 2012.

Provital develops active claimed to enhance a man’s sexual attraction

11-Apr-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Provital Group has developed a new active from Coleus forskohlii root and black tea, that the company says has the ability to “increase a man’s power of physical attraction.

Brynwood Partners furthers hair care push following acquisition of Henkel brands

10-Apr-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Private equity firm Brynwood Partners has announced that its portfolio company Golden Sun (doing business as Newhall Laboratories) has acquired the rights to a number of personal care brands from manufacturer Henkel.

Body Shop at ‘heart’ of the industry with new international store concept

30-Mar-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

At its recent global re-launch The Body Shop unveiled plans to bring ‘Beauty With Heart’ to the industry through new international ‘Pulse’ concept stores set to roll out this summer, to better engage and interact with the consumer.

Convenience and shelf presence are driving beauty packaging sales

29-Mar-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Convenience and on-shelf presence are the key drivers in the packaging industry, particularly in beauty packaging, as pumps and aerosol cans see a surge in popularity in skin, hair and sun care.

Is shaving a thing of the past? Scientists discover topical agent that prevents unwanted hair growth

27-Mar-2012 By Andrew McDougall

A team of scientists from the University of Pennsylvania have made the first steps to making shaving a thing of the past having discovered a daily-use gel that can stop unwanted hair growth.

US scientists find clue to treating male baldness

22-Mar-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

A team of researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered a protein that triggers hair loss by analyzing which genes are switched on when men start to go bald.

Eterno Naturals claims its ammonia-free colourants are first of its kind

21-Mar-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Eterno Naturals has claimed that its ammonia, paraben and fragrance -free Hairwonder Colour & Care line is the only range on the market of its kind in Europe as well as the US.

Fungi and bacteria the source of sustainable surfactant inspiration

12-Mar-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Researchers in Germany are developing new ways to manufacture surfactants, commonly used in cosmetics, using biotechnological methods, with the assistance of fungi and bacteria.

Shiseido targets anti-aging hair care roll out in Asia

29-Feb-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Cosmetics manufacturer Shiseido is targeting the Asian market with its anti-aging hair care range after survey results suggested it is of major concern to women in the region.

Clariant to showcase vegetal-based biopolymers at in-cosmetics

28-Feb-2012 By Katie Nichol

Swiss specialty chemicals firm Clariant is showcasing its recently launched ‘Touch of Nature’ range of vegetal-based biopolymers at this year’s in-cosmetics event taking place in Barcelona from 17-19 April.

Unilever steps up Brylcreem ops in India as expansion march continues

27-Jan-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Personal care giant Unilever has entered into an agreement with its Indian subsidiary as it aims to expand its Brylcreem brand into the region.

Hair care silicon compound PDMS poses no environmental or health risk says ECETOC

26-Jan-2012 By Andrew McDougall

In its latest report, the European Centre for Ecotoxicology and Toxicology of Chemicals (ECETOC) has found that polydimethylsiloxanes used in hair products pose no environmental or human health risk.

Symrise develops an alternative conditioning preservative

25-Jan-2012 By Michelle Yeomans

Symrise has launched SymOcide PS, a synergistic mixture of phenoxyethanol and 1, 2-alkanediol, recommended as an alternative to caprylyl glycol blends, (a hair and skin conditioning agent) particularly in cases where they cause stability or viscosity...

AkzoNobel expands production capacity as growth strategy continues

17-Jan-2012 By Pooja Kondhia

Amsterdam-based AkzoNobel has expanded its production capacity of dimethylether (DME) at its Rotterdam plant as part of a strategy for growth, with cosmetics named as one of Akzonobel’s key markets for the product.

L’Oréal: package design crucial to the success of a beauty brand

12-Jan-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Cosmetics giant L’Oréal has redesigned the on-shelf bottles for its Pureology brand professional hair products as it looks to combine sustainable packaging with the aesthetics required of a beauty product.