TNO ups sunscreen testing
In line with rising demand for increasingly effective sunscreen products, TNO Chemistry says it is muscling in on the sun care segment by specialising in testing the efficacy of UV filters, reports Simon Pitman.
Archives for April 17, 2005
Cosmetics maker in major accounting fraud
Japanese textiles and cosmetics group giant Kanebo has admitted to inflating profits by about $2 billion over the five-year period to March 2003, in what could be Japan's largest accounting fraud involving a non-financial firm.
Cognis focuses on well-being
Cognis Care Chemicals chose last week's Personal Care Ingredients Europe show in Paris to present a host of new ingredients that centre on the growing trend towards health and wellness, reports Simon Pitman.
An alternative to glass packaging
Superfos has launched a new line of packaging for personal care products, designed as a less expensive alternative to glass jars, reports Simon Pitman.
Totarol goes global
Essentially New Zealand says it has been 'overwhelmed' by the response to the active ingredient Totarol, which it showcased at last week's In-Cosmetics show. Its natural antibacterial properties have already proved to be successful in skincare and...