The issue of sustainability never seems to be far from the minds of cosmetics manufacturers, and L’Oreal USA’s latest green goal has been realized as its Garnier subsidiary develops the first community garden made from non-recyclable post-consumer beauty...
Revlon has agreed to pay a $850,000 penalty to settle U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charges that it violated federal securities laws by misleading shareholders during a ‘going private transaction.’
Anglo-Dutch consumer goods giant Unilever has employed the services of STI Group to ensure that the Point-of-Sale display for its latest Lynx deodorant launch catches the consumer’s eye.
Unilever’s decision to roll out compressed versions of its Sure, Vaseline and Dove deodorants was a good one according to the latest consumer research and may set the standard for other size reduction initiatives in other consumer goods categories.
Although the Coty IPO has made a significant impact on the company’s own funds, it seems that the flotation has not provided any immediate returns for investors.
In this latest blog, Imogen Matthews looks at the new trend of product customisation and evaluates whether or not it can provide enough impetus to become the next big thing for the cosmetics industry.
All the news we hear at the moment regarding the developing markets is positive and this is no different for Mexico, after a market researcher singled out fragrance as the fastest growing sector holding great potential.
A European Commission review that found 36 hair dye chemicals ‘may not be safe for use’ and that consumers are not ‘effectively protected’, has led a leading dermatologist to raise concerns over proper labelling, although industry has reiterated the safety...
South Korea is now the world’s biggest market for men’s skin care, underlining the enormous up take in men’s grooming products in this small country, latest research from Euromonitor reveals.
Procter & Gamble has taken on the mantle of furthering the fragrance business of Stella McCartney having signed a contract to enter into a license agreement to manufacture and sell its products.
Having established itself in Europe with its ingredients show, and successfully launched in Asia too, Reed exhibitions is taking the in-cosmetics brand to Brasil to focus on South American personal care ingredients.
Chemicals giant BASF has launched a new active ingredient that is claimed to provide instant moisturisation properties thanks to controlled release technology.
Coty confirmed that it has raised about $1 billion on behalf of existing shareholders for its initial public offering yesterday, putting the shares on the investment today.
Oro Gold Cosmetics has combined its '24K nano gold' technology with titanium dioxide to create a new foundation that it says helps reduce and repair the signs of aging, especially fine lines and wrinkles caused by ultraviolet radiation.
A leading dermatologist in the US has outlined the importance of wearing sunscreen and taking vitamin supplements to avoid over exposure to the sun and reduce the risk of skin cancer.
Researchers at the University of Bath have developed a new technique to study the properties of skin which could help the development of topical skin creams and treatments and improve understanding of the skin ageing process.
The third Skin Care Ingredients online show opened its doors yesterday to a packed programme of conference presentations, the latest ingredients launches and booths featuring some of the biggest ingredients players.
Multi-national cosmetics player Coty is set to launch a massive IPO this Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange. It should raise in excess of $1bn for the company and experts are predicting a success.
Catherine Walsh is the chosen one tasked with promoting Coty’s corporate image and developing its digital capabilities after the beauty behemoth appointed her to the newly-created role of senior vice president, Corporate Communications.
Ashland Specialty Care has announced that its rheology modifiers Supercol GF Guar and Supercol U Guar have been awarded certified natural standards, making them compatible with a long list of natural formulations.
Following the success of the 10th edition, the show’s organizer predicted the 2013 event would be the biggest to date and records just in have confirmed just that as 2,894 unique visitors attended - up 11 per cent from last year.
The L’Oréal Group has announced that its Lancome brand president Youcef Nabi has resigned and whilst reports speculate over the reasons, there is no official statement from the cosmetics maker.
Intense competition created by the economic downturn has forced industries across Europe including that of cosmetics, to optimise their production processes and decrease operational costs by dealing in more specialised lines and machinery, according to...
In a world in which waste is becoming an ever greater problem, packaging comes under the spotlight as one of the biggest contributors, and with the beauty industry being no stranger to the sustainability question, one packaging firm believes it may have...
Environmental groups are applying increasing pressure to outlaw micro-beads because of their purported environmental impact, with California-based environmental group 5 Gyre mounting a particularly sophisticated campaign.
A Canadian dairy that specializes in raw milk products has been given a judicial sentence for trying to take advantage of a legal loophole by marketing the dairy produce as cosmetics.
The US arm of ingredient supplier Croda explains that extensive research and analysis into hair damage is key to identify the causes, and develop effective solutions; supporting claims made about new products.
Argentina’s regulatory authority has updated its list of colour additives which will permit previously prohibited substances in perfumes, personal care products and cosmetics.
Researchers at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science have received a grant to develop biodegradable PHA-based microbeads for cosmetics following concerns over environmental impact.
On Wednesday, June 12th 2013, the SkinCare Ingredients virtual trade show and conference will be back for the third year running for this crucial event.
Reducing its water impact is key to Reckitt Benckiser’s sustainability strategy according to the company’s newly published sustainability report, which came out today and highlights its environmental program and social contribution.
Could it be third time lucky? Rumours are flying around that consumer goods giants Procter & Gamble and Beiersdorf could be ready to strike a deal, having flirted before; despite the rumours being denied, we take a look at why the deal could make...
A team of international scientists have released research results that is said to prove that using sunscreen regularly can reduce the signs of skin aging significantly.
In a world of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, the potential to be snapped and shared has grown rapidly and this is prompting people to take more care of their appearance, with cosmetic surgery figures rising as a result, according to two American physicians.
JeNu Biosciences claims to be the first company in the world to launch a beauty device that combines ultrasound technology with two different anti-aging formulations.
Being one of the biggest cosmetics companies in the world will always bring added pressure and scrutiny over everything it does, and for L’Oréal this means ensuring long-term, transparent relationships with high-quality suppliers.
According to a survey carried out by the CSPA trade association, personal care products, previously said to be the second largest category in the aerosol products industry, fell 4.7 percent from last year.
Having cemented its position in the beauty box market, discovery retail firm Birchbox is not resting on its laurels, as it unveils its new global brand identity and website, in a bid to improve and strengthen customer experience and create a lifestyle...
According to market researcher Canadean, the fragrance segment in Brazil will grow by a (CAGR) of 11.7 percent by 2017 due to the country’s growing affluence which will place it with the largest share among all Brazilian health and beauty industries.
Continuing its on-going research into skin care science and anti-ageing, Nivea product maker Beiersdorf has teamed up with the scientific network project AgeNet to study the effects of environmental factors responsible for skin ageing.
Thinning hair and pattern baldness are a big concern to many people, so it may come as good news that Japanese cosmetics maker Shiseido has teamed up with a Canadian bio-venture company and begun research on a regenerative treatment.
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization is calling for the cosmetics industry to use more jellyfish in formulations as over-fishing in the Mediterranean is boosting their numbers, thereby reducing fish stocks further.
Having announced that out-going CEO Bob McDonald will be replaced by his predecessor, A.G. Lafley, there are now plans afoot to promote four key executives, several reports have stated.
Procter & Gamble filed a lawsuit this month in the Southern District of Ohio against CAO Group, a manufacturer and distributor of dental products over the patent of its Crest Whitestrips.
The color cosmetics maker has appointed Cristina Bartolucci to the position of chief creative director who will work alongside NYX's Founder Toni K. in the areas of product development and overall brand strategy.
Lubrizol has unveiled a new rheology modifier to add to the Carbopol portfolio. Ultrez 30 Polymer features a broad pH range that is being targeted at the anti-aging segment.
The at-home beauty trend has decided to dabble in the color cosmetics segment with NPD reporting that it is boosting the nail care and polish category due to accessibility and price.
The fragrance and cosmetics giant has announced an Initial Public Offering that is set raise more than $1 billion, setting in place funds that could be used to spell out the next step in the company’s ambitions to expand.
