News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Shiseido announces that Louis Desazars will become President and CEO of its Europe, Africa and Middle East Region, as well as of designer fragrance business Beauté Prestige International (BPI), from September 1st, 2015.
According to the latest research from ApacMarket.com, Asia-Pacific is the second largest market for cosmetics after Europe, expected to reach $126.8 billion by 2020, registering a CAGR of 4.02%.
The US FDA has issued a warning notice primarily aimed at cosmetic device manufacturers and distributors to highlight the differences in market claims and clearance when compared to medical devices.
Skincare Ingredients 2015
The ever-changing skin care segment is seeing break-neck growth and demand for natural and anti-ageing products. Thus, keeping up with legislation on a global scale can be a challenge..
Seventy four year old French woman, Gilberte van Erpe is on trial this week for allegedly conning thousands of Chilean investors with a 'magic cheese' kit that promised huge returns when sold on for use in cosmetics.
US speciality chemicals firm Emerald Kalama Chemical is looking to improve and enhance its offering in Europe having reached a definitive agreement to acquire Innospec Widnes Limited.
A newly developed thickener for the food industry could also hold the key to probiotic functionality in cosmetic and personal care products.