News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
As the cosmetics industry becomes over-run with plant and fruit extract ingredients - manufacturers are beginning to diversify with 'novelty' ingredients that capitalise on the growing desire for alternative products, from skin care to fragrances.
The future of France based cosmetics firm Clarins has come under scrutiny following the recent death of founder and chairman of the company, Jacques Courtin-Clarins.
Fast growth of professional skin care products in Europe has led manufacturers to seek new marketing opportunities - with a new report encouraging them to produce ranges that target both spa venues, and the more common beauty institutes.