News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
As cosmetic and toiletry manufacturers strive to grow their share of the market, it seems that the creation of increasingly innovative products and even new market niches seems to be the way forward.
The European Commission has drawn up guidelines outlining the proposed reduction in the testing of animals in personal care products as well as stringent new labelling regulations to prove compliance.
The Paris-based ASPA (Association of Chemical Producers and associated industries) has made moves to form a representative group for the French cosmetic and toiletries industry, similar to existing national bodies in Germany and the UK.
EU and US officials will take joint action worldwide against counterfeiting and intellectual property theft, an illegal trade that includes millions of items of fake foodstuffs and drinks.