Johnson & Johnson has announced that it will remove the ingredient MI from their Piz Buin suncream after 150 people reported allergic reactions to the product.
The Germany based flavours and fragrance manufacturer has invested in a three year project with the Research Institute for Environmental Medicine in a bid to discover potential treatments for xeroderma pigmentosum (XP).
Coty says fourth quarter profits are better than expected with fragrance and skin care seeing particular gains in Asia, having posted its first quarterly results as a public company.
The Food and Drug Administration has given GSK a ‘priority review’ on the work it’s been doing on a melanoma treatment, which if approved, will see for the first time, the dual use of ‘Tafinlar’ in the treatment of skin cancer.
The market for surfactants in Brazil and Argentina is showing signs of maturity, but still retains the potential for significant growth, a new market report points out.
Today marks the start of our second HairCare Ingredients online event, bringing to hair care professionals the most targeted and up-to-date information as well as providing an invaluable networking opportunity.
IT Cosmetics has received a welcome financial boost from an investment firm to expand its range of products in the US as the multi-purpose trend begins to really take off.
Colep and the One Asia Network have announced a Manufacturing and Technology Agreement, which will cover the whole of their respective organisations and thereby give supply coverage from Australia, Japan, China, Thailand, India, Poland, Germany, Spain,...
Participants in the Haircare Ingredients 2013 online event are reminded that they have no time to lose as registration for the events closes at 9am CET, on the actual day of the event, September 18th.
Whilst digital information specialist L2 ThinkTank believes success of Personal Care brands is linked to digital competence, Beauty has been slow on the uptake compared to other consumer sectors and needs to step out of the ‘analog age’.
Significant technical advances in the area of SPF boosters has helped broaden this category into a much wider range of cosmetic products, says leading ingredient distributor Univar.
Wal-Mart, the largest retailer in the world, has announced that it will require its suppliers to phase out ten “hazardous” chemicals from personal care and cosmetics products.
After years of growth the international aluminium aerosol can industry achieved another production record of 6.93 billion cans in 2012, and with the pack's versatility the years to come will be positive too.
Paris-based packaging design and development team QSLD has lent its expertise to the Lirikos brand to help it redesign its packaging for the Marine Hydro line, with the aim of increasing shelf appeal.
Scientists have discovered substances that occur naturally on human skin and block mosquitoes' ability to smell and target their victims; and these could be incorporated into cosmetics and skin creams.
The USFDA yesterday confirmed that it has approved of Botox Cosmetic for the temporary treatment of fine lines around the eye area, commonly known as crow’s feet.
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has responded to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s request for information about reducing exposure to UV radiation in order to reduce skin cancer rates, and insists people still need to be better...
A joint research programme has once again focused on the UV-fighting and anti-cancer properties of broccoli, suggesting it could be effective as a topical treatment.
The benefits of vitamins to our bodies is well documented and two Silicon Valley doctors have suggested that topically applying vitamins A, C and B3 in the correct concentration can reduce the effects of aging on the skin.
Natura Cosméticos has revealed it is one step closer in meeting its Corporate Social Responsibility requirements after buying 120,000 tons of carbon offsets from the Suruí people of the Amazon, the first venture of its kind.
As numbers grow and demand heightens, it is time for hair care manufacturers to better serve African consumers worldwide, according to a new market report.
Swiss ingredients company Mibelle Biochemistry has developed its latest skin active with moisturising and anti-inflammatory properties derived from the peel of citrus fruits.
Cosmetics ingredients company Croda International have announced the release of an updated, iPad-compatible version of its Interactive Hair Damage Guide.
Foundation is one of the staples in any woman’s beauty regime, but a new study has suggested that argan powder used in its production could put factory workers at risk of occupational asthma and other allergies; although researchers admit more in-depth...
It is no industry secret that product innovation and developments in skin care and make-up are helping boost these segments, and they are aiding strong results in the US Prestige beauty industry.
Ingredients supplier DSM has refocused its beauty business to better position itself in the cosmetics and personal care market and claims a new brand identity will help it to better connect with customers and consumers.
Following on from its continued strong performance so far this year and predictions that further growth is on the cards, a number of industry analysts and banks have indicated their favorable opinion on the company’s performance.
The organisers of Luxe Pack Monaco say this year’s event will have an even greater focus on the all-important area of packaging thanks to its its innovation forum.
Netherlands-based specialty chemicals players IMCD has increased its footprint in the Latin American market with the acquisition of the Brazil-based chemical distributor Makeni Chemicals.
Florida-based skin care provider Sublime Beauty says it newly launched toner has increased efficacy thanks to the fact that it matches the skin’s natural PH level.
Although Unilever is tackling the issue of sustainability on a global basis, the company says that targeting this area in Latin America requires a more tailored approach.
The luxury cosmetic giant is back in the courts, this time finding itself under the spotlight as a consumer takes it to task over anti-aging claims for the its' Advanced Night Repair skin care serum.
France-based Albéa Group has sold its US cosmetic compact manufacturing business to Wisconsin-based SussexIM, a specialist in plastic injection moulded solutions and products.
According to the Brazilian Association of the Cosmetic Toiletry and Fragrance Industry, Latin personal care giants have found a goldmine export market in Dubai and the Middle East, particularly with hair care and grooming products.
Scientists have found that Somalians living in the US feel compelled to use dangerous skin whitening products in order to live up to cultural beauty standards.
Cosmetics giant The Estée Lauder Companies has appointed Pamela Gill Alabaster, who is making the move from L’Oréal, to head up the company’s strategy on global corporate responsibility.
Celebrity hairstylist Ted Gibson has announced the release of a new color cosmetics line that contains an extensive selection of eye shadows, lipstick and lip glosses, eyeliners and mascaras.