News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
According to a report by market researcher NPD and the French Federation of selective perfumery (FFPS), cosmetics retail sales in France decreased in the first half of 2012 by 2.9 per cent in volume and -0.4 per cent in value.
The 2013 in-cosmetics show in Paris will see the return of its Lifetime Achievement Award, as the previous and only winner-to-date tells Cosmetics Design of the importance of global recognition.
US based Nova Technology has developed a wireless skin hydration testing application in an effort it says to help industry professionals in the area of skin research.
IK Investment Partners has acquired cosmetic ingredients manufacturer and distributor Unipex as it looks to further expand in key global markets.
The global market researcher has announced the appointment of Emmanuelle Moeglin to the position of global fragrance analyst who is to play a role in specific industry issues and broader macro trends.
UK contract manufacturer Swallowfield has reported a big rise in profit for the full financial year, but sales growth is held back by tough conditions in the domestic market.
e-Commerce has always been a strong channel for cosmetics giant Estée Lauder and the New York-based company sees no reason for this to change in the coming years.