Men’s grooming fails to live up to expectations
The global economic downturn appears to have hit the men’s grooming segment hard, as some of the biggest players witness lower sales in the category.
Archives for August 26, 2009
Beiersdorf criticised for misleading advertising claims for Nivea DNAge cream
Unsubstantiated product claims in advertising have come under criticism again from the UK’s Advertising Standards Agency (ASA), this time from personal care giant Beiersdorf.
Topical fern extract could have potential as anti-aging extract
A tropical fern extract could help fight against both intrinsic- and photo-aging in the skin, according to researchers in the US.
US ‘fat burning’ lip balm creates a stir in Europe
A lip balm manufactured by Californian company Pacific Shore Holdings has been criticized by UK consumer groups over its fat burning claims.
Preservative combines ease of use with consumer friendly profile, says ISP
A new globally approved preservative has broad temperature and pH ranges helping to solve many formulation challenges, according to manufacturer ISP.