Sun care provider Banana Boat, part of the Playtex Products group,
has launched an expanded sun care line that includes its newly
developed AvoTriplex technology.
Leading chemicals company BASF is one of the first manufacturers to
pledge its support for the new EU REACH legislation that came into
force today, and is offering a consultancy service regarding the
implementation of the law.
Hemp extract is becoming a focus for many manufacturers,
who are are increasingly drawing on more innovative
ingredients in a bid to shake up the over-saturated natural
and organic market.
French based ingredients provider Sederma is the latest company
riding the skin-brightening wave currently dominating the
European skin care market - this month launching a new ingredient
that is said to lighten the complexion.
The recent scare over tainted toothpaste imported from China is
forcing US authorities to mount pressure on the China government to
impose restrictions and increase vigilance over imports of gray
market goods that continue to flood...
Tapping into the fast-growing market for natural cosmetic and
personal care products, Texas-based Alima Cosmetics has received
the BDIH Certified Natural Cosmetics Seal for its line of 240
mineral make-up products.
The trend for marine derived natural ingredients in cosmetics
products is expanding, with leading global ingredients provider
Symrise's recent partnership with Italian biotech company focusing
mainly on the development of microalgae.
With the male grooming trend taken to the heart of many a marketing
campaign, sales growth figures are said to have plateaued, with
industry insiders now hoping that new innovations in the sector,
such as male cosmetics, will turn...
Further evidence has emerged that the antioxidant carotenoid,
Lutein is more beneficial for skin health when topical and oral
applications are combined, according to results published in the
Journal of Skin Pharmacology and Physiology.
Texas-based Mystic Tan says it has enhanced the delivery of its
sunless tanning product with the incorporation of MyMyst System, a
dispenser that relies on single-use cartridges to provide a
more even spray coverage.
As more and more skin care and vitamin manufacturers tap into the
growing trend for alternative beauty options, the cosmeceutical
industry is booming - however, the UK is lagging behind other
countries in Europe due to strict regulations...
At the recent Society of Cosmetic Chemists' Suppliers Day, the New
Jersey-based company outlined two new technologies, as well as a
new and more clearly defined business structure to better support
formulators.
Following the launch of the France based L'Occitane stores in the
US airport DFW (Dallas Forth Worth) last year, the company has
expanded its network in the Americas and will aim to open up 25 new
airport retail stores by the...
A new study confirms that vitamin A can help to improve wrinkles
associated with aging as well as promote the production of
skin-building compounds, suggesting it could become an increasingly
important ingredient in natural-based...
Symrise has become the first company to receive awards in two
categories in the BSB Innovations Awards, held at the InCosmetics
show in Paris last month.
AGI Dermatics has released comparative clinical data that claims to
prove its L-ergothioneine (EGT) formulation technology can enhance
the skin's anti-oxidant properties, in turn help treat photodamaged
skin.
Natural and organic personal care provider Burt's Bees says it is
aiming to tackle widespread confusion over natural cosmetic
products by introducing a new industry standard for the US market.
With the trend for 'beauty from within' gaining momentum amongst
image conscious consumers, another cosmeceutical product has gained
recognition from French laboratories by successfully moisturising
and toning skin from...
The world's largest consumer goods company has re-organized its
business into three principal units - Beauty Care, Global Health
& Well Being and Household care, in a bid to address the
increased size of its business operations...
Male grooming has reached such heights that a new term has been
coined for the section of men that are outside of the traditional
brackets. The 'Ubersexual man' is said to be a potential goldmine
for global manufacturers...
Ingredients provider Symrise has harnessed the power of chocolate
in a bid to bring some diversification to the natural cosmetics
industry - a move that continues to blur the boundaries between the
food and the cosmetics industry.
As the market for anti-ageing products becomes over-saturated,
companies are beginning to find new ways to entice the
age-conscious consumer, with France based ingerdient provider
Sederma releasing a new preventative ingredient.
Chicago-based HallStar Company has acquired a personal care ester
product line from Stepan Company in an effort to increase its
capabilities in this area.
With the teenage demographic having more disposable income than
ever before there has been a notable shift in cosmetic
manufacturers' attitude towards the growing age group - in
particular the premium end of the market.
Procter & Gamble said that net quarterly sales were up 8 per
cent to $18.69bn, driven by double-digit growth in the baby &
family care division and high single-digit sales growth in the
beauty and blades and razors division.
New regulations have been compiled in Finland that state that
cosmetic manufacturers must be able to substantiate any claims that
indicate scientific results following the use of product, stating
on what research or sample the result...
Awareness of lutein in Europe is growing year on year, according to
a new consumer survey that shows the potential of marketing to
expand the food supplements market in Europe.
A US manufacturer of post-operative skin care treatments has concluded a period of study on a product containing emu oil earlier than expected because of outstanding results in the healing of inflammation and redness of scars.
An advanced skin analysis system has been revised in order to
further aid health and beauty professionals to give educated skin
care advice and to closely analyse the on-going effects of skin
care formulations.
With increasing awareness of the damage sun can do to skin,
consumers are seeking more and more ways of avoiding potentially
dangerous exposure, something that is now being factored into the
color cosmetics category.
Expanding on its expertise in the anti-aging market, France based
ingredients provider Silab has launched a new ingredient that is
hoped to further establish its presence within the lucrative market
sector.
Sweden based direct sales company, Oriflame has posted strong Q1
sales growth, achieved by a concerted recruitment drive in all
areas, and promotions associated with the company's 40th
anniversary.
Capitalizing on increasing interest in natural-based personal care
products from New Zealand, Apicare has launched a total of ten
personal care lines featuring Manuka honey in the United States and
Mexico.
The Federation of European Direct Selling Association (FEDSA) has
attended a meeting with the EC to seek a reform of consumer
protection legislation in Europe, to allow for global cosmetic
companies to more freely retail in these...
Capitalising on the dramatic rise in cosmetic sales in emerging
markets, Japanese cosmetic company Shiseido has announced the
development of a retail unit in Russia - a move that also aims to
further its position in the global cosmetic...
A Virginia-based marketer of alternative consumer products has come
up with a bar of soap said to be the equivalent of drinking two
cups of coffee during the shower.
Although China has long been tipped as the next big market for
international cosmetics companies to target, experts are now
turning their focus on Indonesia and Turkey as the next hotly
tipped place for investment.
The UK's leading health and Beauty store, Alliance Boots, is due to
be sold into the private sector, following the backing of board
members of a £10.6bn take-over bid.
It comes as no surprise that a main theme of In-Cosmetics 2007 was 'Natural and Organic' ingredient alternatives. However, it was noticeable that many manufacturers were starting to diversify in this category - highlighting the benefits of Marine...
Playtex Products has acquired all the outstanding stock in
Florida-based Tiki Hut Holding Company, owner of Hawaiin Tropic sun
care brand, in a move that aims to further expand the company's
fast growing skin care portfolio.
Leading US cosmetics player Estee Lauder has invested in a
600-kilowatt solar energy system as part of a drive to invest in
renewable and greener energy and reduce long-term operating costs.
BASF cosmetic solutions is the latest personal
caremanufacturer to announce its new product innovations set to be
launched at the international exhibition, In-Cosmetics 2007, which
opens its doors today.
Mod. Skin Labs has developed a new eye gel that hones in on blue
green algae as well as DMAE ingredient in the fight against
puffiness, dark circles and fine lines.
Tripeptide has become an increasingly important ingredient in
recent years and proving to be the ingredient of choice
for anti-aging products, a fact that is highlighted by some of the
most recent launches in the US.
Capitalising on the global marketing opportunities at this month's
In-Cosmetics show, specialty chemicals provider Ciba has launched
another product - an anionic rheology modifier - showcasing
alongside the company's new...
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