Gum and extracts experts establish new venture
Milan-based firms, Indena and the Gum Base Company have teamed up to bring fruit extract-fortified gum to market in a project that combines the...
Archives for October 20, 2008
Natrue head tackles natural certification
Julie Tyrrell, the head of Natrue, explains why the Brussels-based lobby group decided to launch a natural cosmetics label onto an already crowded marketplace. Tyrrell also reveals the reasons behind Natrue’s break away from the talks on the...
Photodynamic therapy may be beneficial for sun damaged skin, study
Laser treatment improves the appearance of sun damaged skin by increasing collagen production, according to scientists in Michigan.
HBA conference organizer discusses globalization of regulation
HBA Global Expo expanded its conference program this year including a broader range of talks and higher profile speakers. Meyer Rosen, the chief scientific advisor to HBA, discusses the conference highlights and the changing regulatory landscape.
Avon warns authorities of internal investigation
Avon has informed federal authorities of an internal investigation into alleged irregularities surrounding expenses in China.
Knowledge gap may deter Asian companies from investing in naturals
Interest for natural and organic cosmetics in Asia is growing but it is international companies who are cashing on the trend.