News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Scientists have identified a gene in balsam fir trees that could facilitate cheaper and more sustainable production of plant-based fixatives used in perfumes, reducing the need for ambergris, an animal byproduct.
Private equity firm Brynwood Partners has announced that its portfolio company Golden Sun (doing business as Newhall Laboratories) has acquired the rights to a number of personal care brands from manufacturer Henkel.
A recent study carried out by researchers at Leeds University suggests that thyme may have a greater antibacterial effect than standard concentrations of benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne.
Avon Products has named Johnson & Johnson executive Sherilyn McCoy as its new CEO, ending the company’s four month search to replace Andrea Jung.
DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products skin care product product, Zemea propanediol, has been certified as 100 percent derived natural ingredient by international non-profit organization Natrue.