A Norwegian marine biotechnology company is introducing its
all-natural, marine-based enzyme onto the global cosmetics market
at the upcoming HBA exhibition in New York, aiming to tap into the
increasing popularity of such ingredients.
Vaseline launches its 'Skin is Amazing' campaign, inviting
consumers to express their own skin story, and in turn adding to a
number of marketing campaigns from big industry players that take a
more holistic approach to...
China Bionanometer Industries has launched a new line
of facial mask treatments based on natural active
ingredients derived using biological nanometer technology to
provide enhanced skin moisturizing, smoothening and whitening
One of the pioneers of ethical and green business practices for the
cosmetics industry, Dame Anita Roddick, died yesterday in
England at the age of 64, following a brain hemorrhage.
Cosmetics giant L'Oreal has reportedly challenged eBay, in five
European countries, for failing to combat the sale of counterfeit
goods through its internet auction website.
National Starch Personal Care announces a new solution for
improving the water resistance properties of inorganic UV filters;
a timely advance in the light of the FDA's new rulings on UVA
protection.
Virginia based packaging company, MeadWestvaco, has announced its
acquisition of Keltec Dispensing Systems, which specializes in
airless packaging systems.
Two cosmetics manufacturers based in southern Florida have merged
to create a company focused on manufacturing private label hair and
skin care products while tapping into manufacturing synergies.
An Israeli biotechnology firm is marketing a carotenoid product
that promises to protect against UVA damage; capitalising on the
current concern regarding inadequate levels of UVA protection.
The discovery of a plant-based antioxidant could have a major
impact on the lucrative anti-ageing market because it lasts longer
than many of its commercial competitors, according to researchers
at The University of Hebrew.
A recent Mintel study shows France as the fastest
growing market in Europe for organic and natural beauty
products reflecting the particularly discerning French cosmetics
consumer.
Significant advances in producing collagen from genetically
modified corn have been made; leading to safer sources of the
protein for use in surgical, medical and cosmetics applications,
say researchers at a recent conference in Boston.
Natural personal care firm Burt's Bees has put forward its own
definition of natural in a recently launched educational website,
as concerns about the state of the regulation of natural
personal care products in the US continue.
The world's leading personal care players appear to be spending
less money on lobbying the US senate this year, with Procter &
Gamble reducing its spend compared to last year and no
campaigns being disclosed by Unilever...
Nivea has announced the launch of its international umbrella brand
campaign, representing a further step in Beiersdorf's business
strategy to expand its presence in the global personal care market.
The FDA has proposed a new rule for sunscreen products; introducing
a rating system for UVA protection, and requiring a warning
statement about the dangers of sun exposure to appear on the label.
Friends of the Earth has recently released a report on the presence
of nanotech particles in sunscreens, appealing to consumers to
lobby the industry and calling for a moratorium on products
containing nanoparticles.
US Senate records have shown that leading cosmetics player Estee
Lauder Companies recently made a payment of $100,000 to Cassidy
& Associates to help it lobby the US government on legislative
and funding issues.
A recent campaign from bath and beauty chain Lush, that urged
shoppers to avoid excess packaging where possible, has received
criticism from a Canadian business woman who claims that the
tagline violates her trademark.
An Illinois based biotechnology firm is launching a class of
natural bio-lipids off the back of its soy based sunscreen
discoveries; promising to deliver the benefits of active
ingredients that have previously been unsuitable for...
Recent research suggests that the properties of a lotion change
radically on application to the skin; changes that were previously
unknown to scientists, and opening up the industry's research and
development to criticism.
Global drinks company Anheuser-Busch has launched a new line of
bottled water that will be marketed as an integral part of any skin
care regime in a bid to make a side-step into the ever-growing skin
care market.
The recent release in Ireland of a Russian skin care range
containing placenta cell extracts has proved successful; cashing in
on the growth of the Irish cosmetics market.
A California-based skin care company has recently announced the
release of the Age Intervention Regeneration Booster, promising to
allow cells to 'reset their aging clocks'.
Heat-shrink labels with integrated holograms could help the
personcal care industry in the fight against counterfeiting and
forgery, the manufacturers claim.
Skincare giant Clarins has been asked to withdraw print adverts for
a product that claimed to protect the user from 'damaging'
electromagnetic waves, further denting consumer confidence in the
beauty industry.
Masstige skin care provider Physicians Formula says that soft
market conditions within the segment have led it to lower its
forecast for the forthcoming quarter and full year, prompting fears
for other big name prestige player.
New research suggests the widespread presence of aluminium salts in
sunscreens, with potential pro-oxidant properties; re-introducing
fears over the negative consequences of sunscreen
application.
A recent report in the British Journal of Dermatology suggests an
effective non-antibiotic treatment for acne that may help to
provide a solution to the problem of antibiotic resistance in acne
causing bacteria.
A leading US dermatologist has underlined a number of mistruths
that explain why consumers do not use sunscreen properly or else do
not use it all, providing food for thought for sunscreen
manufacturers.
Specialty chemicals supplier Innospec has announced that it will
set up an ester manufacturing facility in Elesmere
Port, UK, to supply the global personal care industry.
An Israeli biotech company is advocating the use of the shrub Inula
viscosa, which boasts anti-oxidant, anti-microbial and
anti-inflammatory action, as a natural alternative to synthetic
preservatives.
The organizers of a bi-annual skin care ingredients
conference, Accelerating The Future, are inviting industry
experts to make presentations about the latest advancement in this
field at two forthcoming programs.
Twenty thousand Unilever employees will lose their jobs as the
workforce is cut by 11 per cent and underperforming businesses are
disposed of in a bid to streamline company operations through
restructuring.
The beauty division at Henkel remains the most profitable sector,
reporting positive net earnings amongst otherwise
disappointing second quarter results for the Germany-based
company.
As part of plans to further expand its global fragrance brands
portfolio Inter Parfums has announced the acquisition of the Lanvin
fragrance brand, a move that connects it to one of the oldest
European fashion houses.
An ambitious expansion programme seems to be paying off for the
Swedish direct sales firm, Oriflame, as both sales and operating
profits register significant growth.
A leading Filipino personal care player has announced its aim to
expand further into international markets for natural-based
products; a move it hopes to fund through its share flotation.
Due to the shortfall in legislation and regulation in the ever
growing US organic and naturals market, manufacturers are
increasingly looking to EU certification for product ranges.
Norwegian scientists are currently recruiting for volunteers to
take part in studies of an anti-jellyfish sting agent incorporated
into a sunscreen - a product which is likely to be in high demand
as jellyfish populations are soaring.
As savings from restructuring kick in, oral and personal care giant
Colgate-Palmolive has reported a robust quarter, with sales
significantly boosted by a raft of international product launches.
The FDA's Nanotechnology Task Force released their report yesterday
including recommendations for how to address the regulatory
challenges posed by the increasing use of nanoscale materials.
Dallas-based Kimberly-Clark has reported a significant increase in
its second quarter sales, marked by particularly strong personal
care growth in Europe and the emerging markets.
The failure of the Tanzanian regulatory authorities to curb the
spread of harmful cosmetic products raises the issue of Africa's
suitability as an export market.
Algatechnologies, an Israeli biotechnology company specialising in
algal antioxidants, has announced its plans to expand into Poland,
hoping to cash in on growth in the emerging Central and Eastern
European markets.
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