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New nanotechnology science journal to launch

New nanotechnology science journal to launch

By Lucy Whitehouse

Elsevier, a global provider of scientific, technical and medical information on products and solutions, has announced the launch of an open access journal, ‘Colloid and Interface Science Communications’ (COLCOM), relevant to the beauty industry.

Alain Khaiat defines a winning strategy for cracking Asia

*Cosmetics Vision Special*

Alain Khaiat defines a winning strategy for cracking Asia

By Michelle Yeomans

Industry veterans like Alain Khaiat, President of Seers Consulting, was amongst engaging presenters at last week's first ever Cosmetics Vision event, where he outlined his strategy for cracking the Asian markets.

Agave shortage to hit cosmetics

Agave shortage to hit cosmetics

By Lucy Whitehouse

The price of agave, a Mexican plant which provides various active ingredients in cosmetics products from hair oils to anti-aging, is set to rise due to increasing demand outstripping the available supply, according to the Mexican Mezcal Quality Regulation...

Technology enhancing beauty’s in-store experience

Technology enhancing beauty’s in-store experience

By Lucy Whitehouse

While there’s still plenty of room for the cosmetics industry to grow with e-commerce, research firm Euromonitor says brands are also making moves to digitalize the in-store experience.

Inaugural Cosmetics Vision: All about perspective!

Inaugural Cosmetics Vision: All about perspective!

By Simon Pitman

Last week was the first ever Cosmetics Vision event. Held in Cannes, South of France, a diverse and engaging conference programme had attendees and speakers fiercely debating the right direction for the industry, while also agreeing about the importance...

DS Healthcare opens first retail store

DS Healthcare opens first retail store

US-based personal care products developer DS Healthcare has announced it is set to open its first high street retail store, as part of a larger globally focussed brand strategy.

Argentina proving a tough nut to crack

Argentina proving a tough nut to crack

By Lucy Whitehouse

While neighboring Brazil continues to dominate in the global beauty industry, a spotlight recently shone on Argentina by market research firm Euromonitor reveals brands are finding it much tougher going over the border.

British brand Bulldog expands US range

British brand Bulldog expands US range

Bulldog, a personal care brand aimed specifically at men, has announced it is expanding its American range with three new products this month; an eye roll-on, a body lotion and a sensitive face wash. 

Fragrance sector smelling sweet in America

Fragrance sector smelling sweet in America

By Lucy Whitehouse

Sales are still on the up for the flavors and fragrance industry in America, and are expected to reach $6 billion by 2017, according to research firm Euromonitor.

Maternity beauty segment ripe for innovative brands

Maternity beauty segment ripe for innovative brands

By Michelle Yeomans

Opportunities are ripe for cosmetic brands to cater to mother and baby as specific changes pre and post pregnancy sees demand rise for more specialised or natural based formulas.

Digital gives boost to beauty sales

Digital gives boost to beauty sales

By Katie Nichol

E-commerce has emerged as a strong driving force in the beauty sector according to L2ThinkTank.com. The New York-based agency highlights that while growth in the beauty sector was predicted to stand at 6% in 2013, e-commerce was forecast to witness an...

Pujolasos launches wooden standard make-up range

Pujolasos launches wooden standard make-up range

By Katie Nichol

Spanish company Pujolasos, which develops and produces wooden packaging for the cosmetic and fragrance sectors, has launched a standard range of wooden make-up packaging.

Brazil’s fragrance market continues rapid growth trend

Brazil’s fragrance market continues rapid growth trend

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

It is the most valuable fragrance market in the world, and the Brazil sector is expected to continue its rapid growth in both men’s and women’s categories as the affluent population drives fragrance consumption.

Evonik expands its US operations

Evonik expands its US operations

Evonik, one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies, has announced its intention to invest a further $15 million into its US operations in Virigina.

ICMAD to hold cosmetics innovator and designer awards

ICMAD to hold cosmetics innovator and designer awards

By Simon Pitman

Cosmetic industry association ICMAD is looking for entries for its Cosmetic Innovator of the Year, and is also readying for its Younger Designer Event, which will be held in Santa Monica, next week.

Green concerns gathering momentum for industry

Green concerns gathering momentum for industry

By Lucy Whitehouse

Whether green is always best for the consumer and the environment will form the focus of this year’s Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, confirming the rising profile of green concerns within the industry.

Synqera analysts reveal US consumer beauty habits

Synqera analysts reveal US consumer beauty habits

By Michelle Yeomans

Marketing tech firm Synqera has reported only 14% of US consumers to be interested in coupons for cosmetics, a sharp comparison to 67% of shoppers preferred them for the likes of groceries.

FDA under pressure to review sunscreen ingredients

FDA under pressure to review sunscreen ingredients

By Michelle YEOMANS

The Administration is feeling the heat from the (PASS) Coalition, who is urging it to allow Americans to have access to the latest safe and effective sunscreen products available.