Finalists revealed for Cosmetic Innovators of The Year awards
Taking place in New York later in the month (20th June) the event rewards innovation amongst independent cosmetic manufacturers, distributors and suppliers.
The 35 beauty brands selected by the panel of industry experts this year are said to be based on innovative products, packaging, and advertising / marketing concepts from 2011.
In addition to winning the CITY award, event organisers say winners will also take part in the event’s first ‘Beauty Trunk Show’, a new initiative whereby brands will have another platform to display their award-winning products at national retailers.
The finalist list is as follows:
Best Color Product:
Jouer Cosmetics - Sheer Bronzing Tint
IT Cosmetics - Vitality Cheek Flush Powder Blush Stain
rms beauty - Cream Eye Shadows
Best Skincare Facial Product:
CellCeuticals - InterActive Moisture Serum 2
Hydroxatone (Atlantic Coast Media Group) - Anti-Aging BB Cream
Murad - Rapid Age & Pigment Lightening Serum
Best Bath & Body Product:
JA Cosmetics - e.l.f. Lotion Wipes
MD Skincare - Alpha Beta Glow Pad for Body
Naked Princess - Love Lust Light Body & Boudoir Candle
Best Fragrance:
Lux Beauty Group - Holland Park Eau De Parfum
Spadaro Luxury Fragrances – Noche Del Fuego
Best Hair Product:
Aloxxi - Colour Rich Treatment Masque
ColorMetrics - TouchBack Plus
Oribe - Apres Beach
Best Color/Cosmetics Packaging:
IT Cosmetics - Hello Lashes 5in1 Grip Mascara
Jouer Cosmetics - Blushing Beauty
NYX Cosmetics - Haute Jersey Leopard Couture
Best Skincare Packaging:
World Wide Packaging - Murad: Time Release Retinol Concentrate for Deep Wrinkles
HSS Sales - Hevia Skin Science
vbeaute - vbeaute It Kit
Best Bath & Body Packaging:
Dayna Decker - Essence Wash & Lotion
eos - eos Hand Lotion
World Wide Packaging - Oscar de la Renta Tube
Best Fragrance Packaging:
Crafting Beauty - It's Me
Nicka K Cosmetics - Absolute! Perfume Stick
Spadaro Luxury Fragrances - Noche Del Fuego
Best Print Ad:
CellCeuticals - Unlock the Code to Visibly Younger Skin Ad Campaign
eos - Smooth Sphere Lip Balms
Iredale Mineral Cosmetics - Awaken Your Beauty Campaign
Best Grass Roots Marketing Campaign:
Ecru - Little Green Pediatrician Program
Skindinavia - Skindinavia True Hollywood Makeup Campaign
Yes To - Yes To Market Takeover in Denver
Members’ Choice: Bath, Body & Hair:
American International - Woody’s JUST4PLAY Body Spray
Miss Smarty Pants - BareEase & Cream
Swedish Skin Care -Razor Burn Freedom for Women
Members’ Choice: Color Cosmetics:
Besame Cosmetics - Crimson Rouge
Forsythe Cosmetic Group - Magnetic Force
Iredale Mineral Cosmetics - Chocoholicks Lip Color
Members’ Choice: Skincare:
Chella - Anti-Fatigue Eye Mask
Jack Black -DIY Power Peel Multi-Acid Resurfacing Pads
Temptu - Temptu Base Smooth & Matte Primer