Skin care

Cosmetics company gets rapped for trading under BBC name

03-Apr-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

A company retailing products in Russia has been called out for ‘misleading’ consumers by trading under the BBC name, and has had its trademark invalidated.

Spotlight on sustainability: what are the key players up to?

03-Apr-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Events like Greenpeace’s recent protest directed at P&G’s palm oil sourcing have brought beauty’s sustainability right into the public eye, and rising consumer interest is leading beauty players to focus on upping their game.

L'Oréal and Shiseido voted 'ethical companies'

03-Apr-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Two global beauty brands, L'Oréal and Shiseido, have been announced as winners of the 2014 ‘World’s Most Ethical Companies’ award for the health and beauty category.

Naturex talks ‘botanical adulteration’ ahead of in-cosmetics

27-Mar-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to natural ingredients supplier Naturex, in order to maintain consumer loyalty, manufacturers need to rely on a strong partner that has complete control over all aspects of the ingredient production process.

in-cosmetics ‘green award’ shortlist announced

27-Mar-2014

Ahead of next week’s trade show in Hamburg, organisers of in-cosmetics have announced the short list for the annual exposition’s newly launched ‘green award’.

RSPO: communication improvement supports sustainable palm oil development

27-Mar-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

An improvement in communication channels will help to deliver the message and importance of sustainable palm oil to customers and consumers; and industry is beginning to work towards this, according to the Roundtable of Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).

in-cosmetics 2014 ready to launch next week

26-Mar-2014

Key European trade show, in-cosmetics, is set to return for its 2014 edition in one week, when it will open its doors to the industry in Hamburg.

Sustainable palm oil is the only answer for cosmetics industry

25-Mar-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As we look to tackle deforestation and the consumer increasingly demands a more sustainable industry, Chris Sayner explains that the answer lies in sustainable palm oil.

New Data: it’s all about the untapped ‘white space’, reveals Euromonitor

21-Mar-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Here, Euromonitor analysts speak exclusively to Cosmetics Design about their latest beauty research, ahead of the official launch on Monday.

Beiersdorf R&D head says it’s OK to appreciate external innovations

21-Mar-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Traditionally cosmetics companies have adopted a ‘not invented here’ attitude, but big benefits can be gained from changing to a ‘proudly found elsewhere’ mindset and being open with external partners, says Beiersdorf’s head of research and development.

Going green: Unilever issues its first ever ‘green bond’

20-Mar-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Unilever, global consumer goods giant, has issued a ‘green bond’ for £250m (€300m), with which it will finance projects to further the company’s sustainability.

Screens for skin care – a match made in heaven?

20-Mar-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

As the old adage goes: knowledge is power, and as we live in an information-demanding world, mobile devices are becoming more important in connecting with the skin care consumer.

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Suppliers need to stay on top of trends to win over consumers

18-Mar-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Ingredient suppliers need to stay on top of the trends and work with finished goods manufacturers to ensure they win over consumers, says Lubrizol’s Adrian Holland.

Belgian skin whiteners found to contain illegal ingredients

18-Mar-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

A recent study carried out by the national Institute of Public Health (ISP) and the Free University of Brussels (VUB) found up to 60% of skin whiteners on the Belgian market to have contained one or more illegal ingredients.

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Functionality is the top priority when selecting cosmetics ingredients

14-Mar-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Functionality is the top priority when selecting cosmetics ingredients as consumers demand beauty benefits from products above all other criteria.

EU Parliament adopts new ABS biodiversity rules in ‘landmark vote’

13-Mar-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

The European Parliament has announced that it intends to fall into line with the rising global commitment to responsible sourcing of biological materials for research and development.

Unilever reports only 1 in 10 women evaluate beauty fairly

12-Mar-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to the latest research carried out by Unilever in Europe, Asia and the US, 90% of women still don't see themselves as being attractive.

UEBT set to launch 6th annual ‘Biodiversity Barometer’

12-Mar-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

The Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT) has announced it will launch this year’s Biodiversity Barometer in April, promising insights on the growing consumer demand for beauty brands to show evidence of biodiversity responsibility.

Research into nanosilver leads scientists to give warning

07-Mar-2014 By Simon Pitman

Nanosilver, found in certain cosmetics and other consumer goods, can penetrate the skin and cause damage, according to a scientific research project carried out in Denmark.

Personal care devices turning to beauty: Braun signs Jessica Alba

07-Mar-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Braun’s signing of actress and model Jessica Alba signals that personal care devices are responding to the increasing demand for a ‘beauty’ brand identity.

Schülke & Mayr wins Zemea Innovation Award

06-Mar-2014 By Katie Nichol

German chemicals firm Schülke & Mayr has scooped the Zemea Innovation Award with its sensiva PA 40 additive; an antimicrobial stabilizer blend used in skin care products.

Maternity beauty segment ripe for innovative brands

06-Mar-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Opportunities are ripe for cosmetic brands to cater to mother and baby as specific changes pre and post pregnancy sees demand rise for more specialised or natural based formulas.

Soliance reveals concept targeting burgeoning multifunctional face mask category

04-Mar-2014 By Simon Pitman

Biotech ingredients suppler Soliance has launched a new concept, multifunctional and customisable face masks, which taps into a number of growing industry trends.

Swallowfield returns to profit, refocuses strategy on high growth areas

28-Feb-2014 By Simon Pitman

UK-based personal care contract manufacturer Swallowfield says that after returning the business to profitability, it is now refocusing its strategy on high growth areas.

Evocutis sells off skin substitute LabSkin

28-Feb-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Clinical research group Venn Life Sciences has acquired the rights to LabSkin, a skin substitute that behaves just like the real thing, as it moves to cater to cosmetics since the sweeping EU ban on animal testing.

EC recommendation published for skin sensitivity test

27-Feb-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The European Commission has published its recommendation of Givaudan’s assay for skin sensitivity testing which will, in turn, facilitate scientific discussions at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in view of developing...

Nestlé’s sweet tooth for skin care sees Skin Health subsidiary announced

26-Feb-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Food giant Nestlé has something of a sweet tooth for skin care it appears, having acquired full ownership of the Galderma brand from L’Oréal and announces its skin health focus.

Soliance on Givaudan's radar

25-Feb-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

As it aims to step further into the skin care segment, Givaudan is in exclusive negotiations to acquire French manufacturer, Soliance.

L’Oréal amongst experts to deliver workshops at in-cosmetics

21-Feb-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Technical and scientific experts from the likes of L’Oréal and Johnson & Johnson will discuss the most up-to-date issues the personal care industry is facing at in-cosmetics’ workshops in Hamburg this April.

UAE continues to make comeback

21-Feb-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

In the UAE, investment and new product developments is driving the sector, particularly in the skin care and colour cosmetics segments.

Seppic, Gattefossé and Nusil win Cosmetagora formulation awards

20-Feb-2014 By Katie Nichol

Cosmetics ingredients suppliers Seppic, Gattefossé and Nusil scooped awards in the Cosmetagora formulation competition, which recognised the most creative cosmetics formulas in terms of concept and texture.

Beauty consequence not cancer risk motivates sunscreen use best in teens

20-Feb-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists have found that youngsters are more likely to address sun protection behaviour if skin appearance and beauty effects are highlighted as opposed to messages displaying a skin cancer risk.

Mibelle Biochemistry unveils anti-ageing snow algae extract

19-Feb-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

An extract of snow algae can protect the skin against environmental stress factors and improve the barrier function and has been developed by Mibelle Biochemistry. Here, Dr Fred Zülli gives Cosmetics Design an exclusive insight.

BASF launches certified sustainable palm oil-based cosmetics ingredients

19-Feb-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

BASF has become one of the first suppliers to the European cosmetics and personal care industry to offer its range of ingredients based on certified sustainable palm (kernel) oil, in accordance with the principles and criteria of the Roundtable on Sustainable...

Researchers shine new light on molecular changes responsible for skin discoloration

19-Feb-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists have uncovered the molecular roots of skin discolouration suggesting the possibility of new treatments for pigmentation changes seen in conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema.

Lush wins High Court trademark case against Amazon

13-Feb-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Lush’s trademark infringement claim against Amazon’s misuse of its brand has been upheld by the High Court of England and Wales.

Aptar launches dual-action aerosol actuator

13-Feb-2014

Aptar’s ‘Home+Beauty’ division has announced the development of a dual action spray device for cosmetics packaging, in a development they claim will increase consumer comfort.

Win-win sustainability with aerosol compression, but can consumers be convinced?

12-Feb-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Both the personal care sector and the consumer are set to gain from a new trend of aerosol compression, giving it the potential to become a particularly lucrative new trend.

L’Oréal steps up its biotech business with Evolva collaboration

11-Feb-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

French cosmetics maker L’Oréal has upped its biotechnology efforts by announcing it has signed a collaboration agreement with Evolva Holding for the co-development of novel biosynthetic production routes for an undisclosed ingredient with broad applications...

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