Skin care

New opportunities for cosmetic brands with advent calendars

03-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The business of Advent calendars has always been a lucrative market. However, a version for grown-ups has created new opportunities for cosmetic brands, particularly this year with the rise of the festive ‘self-gifting’ trend.

Mintel reports UK self-tan market driven by young consumers

03-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

New research from Mintel reveals over a quarter of 16-24 year old men and women have used self-tan products in the last year. 

The Beard: an opportunity for growth

03-Dec-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to Datamonitor, 51% of consumers believe obtaining the best value for money is most important when choosing a shaving product. So the market researcher wonders: are high prices to blame, or is it simply down to the ‘on trend’ hipster beard?

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.

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. 

Shiseido skin elasticity research presentation wins top award

26-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

For the fifth consecutive year cosmetics company Shiseido won the Top Award at the 28th IFSCC Congress for its presentation its novel approach to anti-ageing facial skin care.

L’Oreal launches dermatology awards to ‘inspire skin confidence’

25-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

French manufacturer L'Oréal is launching its International Awards for Social Responsibility in Dermatology, "Caring to Inspire Skin Confidence". 

COSMEGRAM

Male grooming infogram: from Movember to the rise of the lumbersexuals trend

25-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Market researcher Datamonitor has compiled an interactive report for Cosmetics Design readers based on the main markets and trends driving launches in male grooming.

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.

Datamonitor Comment

The pro-ageing movement: the beauty of being old

21-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Forget all about anti-ageing products and the search for the 'source of eternal youth,' now the trend is showing off your real age. Datamonitor Consumer reports that this is the new revolution in the personal care market; the pro-ageing idea. 

Rahn study backs up Reforcyl’s skin barrier claims

21-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Ingredients supplier Rahn has published a new study that shows that its Reforcyl product is effective in enhancing cellular cohesion of the stratum corneum and providing substantial barrier repair.

Launch exclusive

Bulldog ‘collaborates to success’ with Boots in exclusive Thailand launch

20-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Men’s skin care brand Bulldog will ‘collaborate to success’ in Thailand with Health and Beauty retailer Boots launching its range of products in Thailand later this month, extending its partnership.

Squalane to be worth €141.45m by 2019 as industry invests more in the ingredient

20-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Research and Markets has forecasted the global squalane market to grow at a CAGR of 10.3% in terms of value over the next five years to be worth €141.45 million by 2019.

Scientists investigate protein degradation for better UV protection mechanisms

19-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Researchers from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne in Switzerland have shown that certain peptides degrade under UV light by first passing through a triplet quantum state, a reactive arrangement that can cause greater damage than fragmentation...

Skin Physiology meeting to reveal research on skin and metabolic interaction

19-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

SPIM or the 'Skin Physiology International Meeting', organized by Greentech, will gather major international professors to present the latest research in the area of genetics of ageing, microbiota and immunity and matrix and growth factors.

New study links triclosan to liver cancer in mice

18-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Triclosan has been under scrutiny in the cosmetics industry for a number of years, and now a new study has linked it with liver cancer in laboratory mice. While not dismissing the study, industry says cosmetics products are still safe and a full assessment...

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. 

DSM tailors skin product positioning for Asian consumers

18-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Global ingredients supplier DSM has tailored the marketing and positioning of its Regu-Scence skin active in order to meet the needs of Asian consumers.

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.

SCCS assessment could now mean formaldehyde in nail hardeners will be exempt from ban

14-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The European Commission has given the go ahead for formaldehyde to be used at a maximum concentration of 2.2% when used in cosmetics that claim to harden or strengthen nails.

DSM gains further understanding of pigmentation’s role in skin repair

14-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

DSM Personal Care has completed a new study into skin pigmentation and found that it does not appear to play a role in the facial skin barrier integrity and repair capability.

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. 

Skin whitening products have global potential IF marketed correctly

13-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Skin whitening products have long been seen as popular in Asia but have struggled in the West, though this shouldn’t be the case if they are marketed correctly, says Datamonitor’s Ramaa Chipalkatti.

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.

Shiseido sunscreen’s UV protection enhanced after water contact

12-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Shiseido claims to have developed a sunscreen that actually enhances UV protection once in contact with water or perspiration.

Plant’s natural sunscreen found to absorb all wavelengths of UV-B radiation

12-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers have uncovered the process that naturally protects plants from sunburn and it could help scientists create sunscreens that offer better protection.

Naturex develops AHAs for skin radiance

12-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Ingredients supplier Naturex has launched its latest line of extracts from its Radiance collection at the in-cosmetics Asia event in Bangkok.

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.

DSM UV filter PARSOL TX deemed SCCS compliant

11-Nov-2014 By Deanna Utroske

The SCCS standards for using the nano form of titanium dioxide as a dermally applied UV filter comprise a purity of at least 99% in rutile form and a photocatalytic activity of under 10%.

Lavera Regenerated hand cream voted best natural skin care innovation

07-Nov-2014 By Deanna Utroske

Innovation Awards were announced late last month in Malmö, Sweden, at the Natural Products Scandinavia tradeshow, a Nordic event focused on natural beauty, skin care, personal care and related goods.

Vegetable peptones may delay skin aging from within: Study

06-Nov-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

Extracts from vegetables may boost skin health by promoting the production of type 1 collagen and proliferation of skin cells responsible for skin recovery, says a new study from Korea.

Dispatches from in-cosmetics Asia

Mintel confirms anti-pollution is dominating Asia beauty claims

06-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Back in February, Cosmetics Design reported on the rise of anti-pollution products in Asia. Here at in-cosmetics Bangkok, Mintel confirms the category is the one to watch as product claims grew 63% between 2011 and 2013.

Unilever relaunch of Lux brand reaches millions of Youtube viewers

05-Nov-2014 By Simon Pitman

In its relaunch of the soap brand Lux across the North Africa and Middle East region, Unilever’s innovative use of the YouTube platform allowed its live steam event to reach 6.6 million viewers.

VIÑALI and GM Groupe partner on hotel product line featuring grape extract

05-Nov-2014 By Deanna Utroske

The Spanish brand, created by Marie-Sixtine de Coral, has partnered with international hospitality supplier GM Groupe on amenities including soap, shower gel, shampoo, hair and body gel as well as body lotion.

Herborium Group to distribute acne treatment product in France

04-Nov-2014 By Deanna Utroske

The company launched a dedicated French website and partnered with the digital commerce site Mondebio.com as well as with conventional retailer Parashop to sell its AcnEase directly to French consumers.

University of Southampton seminar to focus on skin health

31-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The seminar is set to include state-of-the-art experimental and modelling techniques that characterise and predict the biophysics and tribology of the skin in health and disease.

IFSCC Coverage

The latest science has to offer - from green chemistry to skin care vaccines

31-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

At the recent IFSCC cosmetology event, more than 450 scientific posters opened a window into what cosmetic scientists have been working on, from green chemistry to skin care vaccines.

Google Barometer to help support cosmetic company strategies

30-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Google has launched a new free tool, ‘Consumer Barometer 2014,' to provide planners across a variety of industries including cosmetics with the latest consumer insights that will support their strategies. 

New anti-ageing ingredients and concentrated sunscreen from BASF

30-Oct-2014 By Deanna Utroske

This week in Paris, France, the chemical company exhibited a sunscreen concentrate and two ingredients for skin rejuvenation derived separately from African bambara pea and chicory leaves.

L2 Index awards Nivea 'Genius' status for enhancing the consumer experience

30-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Nivea topped L2’s Digital IQ Index for its work on enhancing the consumer experience across all device platforms and a strong Amazon SEO strategy.

Lignin shown to enhance sunscreen effectiveness

28-Oct-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists in China and Canada have shown that the addition of lignin to commercial sunscreens can actually enhance their effectiveness and that exposure to sunlight may help them work even better.

Complexities of facial skin hydration and barrier function shown in different skin ethnicities

24-Oct-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

DSM Personal Care has demonstrated noticeable skin hydration and TEWL gradients within short distances on the face as well as differences between the different ethnicities.

CAAT forum to bring academia and industry together for safer chemicals

23-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The Center for Alternatives to Animal Testing is holding a workshop that it hopes will push the boundaries of science in the new field of 'green chemistry'. 

'Gluten free' increasingly important to cosmetics consumers

22-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

With the beauty industry’s ‘free-from’ trend on the rise globally, brands are now scrambling to cater to the rise of 'gluten-free', which has made its' way into colour cosmetics and skin care counters.

UK men grooming towards a ‘mansome’ revolution

21-Oct-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The men’s grooming market often promises great potential to manufacturers and brands in the UK could find increasing interest in male make-up products thanks to the ‘mansome’ revolution.

One week to go! What to look forward to at Luxe Pack

21-Oct-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Packaging players in the beauty industry are gearing up for the annual Luxe Pack convention, due to take place next week in Monaco: here, Cosmetics Design runs you through the highlights.

Snail skin care trend hits the US

20-Oct-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The benefits of snail mucus on the skin have been known to the cosmetics industry for a while, and having seen a big trend in Korea, it is now heading to American shores and is expected to be the ‘newest fad’.