The PCHi event is set to open its doors in Shanghai, China on 27th February, providing a window in on one of the world’s fastest growing and evolving cosmetic and personal care markets.
Reed Exhibitions, organizers of the in-cosmetics Asia event claim that nearly 4,000 attendees made the event a success, in spite of the fact that it had to be re-scheduled due to the threat of floods.
The presentation at a recent annual meeting of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, revealed that Retinol (Vitamin A) and Retinyl palmitate undergo changes to their molecular geometry or structure upon exposure to UV radiation, compromising their effectiveness.
According to the latest Roy Morgan Research data, ‘value for money’ is the most influential factor for consumers in New Zealand when buying personal care and cosmetic products.
Sun care is fast becoming a key topic this year and as consumers become more educated on the potential dangers of sun exposure, protection has emerged as a key trend to drive the market in Western Europe.
A New Orleans-based start-up called Theodent has launched a cocoa-based toothpaste that is said to be as effective as fluoride-based alternatives at fighting tooth decay.
Although social media and mobile strategies are revolutionizing the marketing of cosmetic and personal care products, this trend is leading to growth in couponing and price promotions, notes market researcher Kline.
Following concerns over the safety of salon workers and customers when using certain products to straighten hair, chemical company Croda has launched its own hair smoothing treatment which it claims contains no added formaldehyde.
In light of worrying economic times, a new survey released by the Credit Suisse Research Institute (CSRI) has noted that the cosmetic industry has picked up, driven by three of the four BRIC markets.
Market research company Mintel has appointed Katie Gross as its new president and VP of the beauty and personal care division in Canada and the United States.
Skin whitening product, ‘Elure’, has been launched in the US by Syneron, a manufacturer of medical aesthetic device on the back of its success on the Asian cosmetic market.
International Flavors and Fragrances has set up a Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) to boost innovation in research and development within the company as part of its global strategic review.
Canadian men aged between 18-34 ranked moisturizing, preventing pimples and acne, and preventing skin cancer as equal skin-related concerns, according to a new survey conducted by the Melanoma Network of Canada (MNC).
Following consumer reliance on eco-labels, including natural and organic logos, to identify sustainable cosmetic products, a shift is now expected in the coming years as consumers use smartphone technology to get real-time information when buying cosmetic...
Skin care manufacturer, CoValence Labratories is featuring Niacinamide as a key ingredient in its products to treat acne, hyperpigmentation and redness.
The market for sensitive skin products continues to grow as baby-boomers insist on everlasting youth. However, brands are not rushing to develop stand-alone products for sensitive skin.
Delivery systems once reserved for the luxury clinical market are finding their way into mass-market cosmetic products due to the demand by consumers for efficacious products at every price point.
Consumers in South Korea have exhibited a high level of awareness and understanding of biodiversity according to a recent survey by the Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT).
Germany-based Lindall Group, a designer and manufacturer of valves, actuators and spray caps for aerosols, has launched its Truspray aerosol technology in the Americas.
As the year draws to a close, CosmeticsDesign.com USA reflects on what has been an important year for the industry. The formaldehyde debate rolled over from the year before, more companies came under scrutiny for ingredients used in their products and...
New Zealand-based Manuka Doctor has utilized bee venom as the main ingredient in its anti-aging, cleansing and moisturizing products due to its anti-bacterial properties.
L’Oréal is looking to build on its presence in Brazil having signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the state and city of Rio de Janeiro to build a new Research and Innovation Center.
Finished goods manufacturers L’Oréal, Henkel and Yves Rocher have all top scored in the latest WWF Palm Oil Buyers Scorecard, which measures the performance of 132 major retailers and consumer goods manufacturers against 4 areas which show whether these...
The Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) foundation held its annual Beauty of Giving luncheon and live auction last week. “We raised $583,000, which will go to Cancer and Careers, a CEW Foundation program to empower and educate working people with cancer”,...
According to spokesperson Linda Harman for Givaudan UK, mobile apps are a way for industry professionals to cut out the middle man and reach consumers with product information they require on the go.
The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) says that rapidly changing socio-economic conditions there could see the market for cosmetics double by 2014.
Many personal care companies are currently facing the dilemma of making further investment in sustainability and becoming greener against a backdrop of rising costs and inflation.
Beiersdorf has engaged UK-based Brandbank as part of a concerted drive to up its digital presence and online sales; one of the company’s top business priorities.
Two BASF scientists have received awards from the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists at the Annual Scientific Meeting and Technology Showcase, for papers on hair and make-up technology.
Cosmetics giant L’Oréal has been recognized as the number one company addressing climate change from the household products sector, according to a new report.
Latest research has shown cosmetic consumption has steadily risen in male consumers, as the need to look and feel good increases with more manufacturers servicing the growing niche by providing cosmetic products aimed specifically at men.
The global vitamins market is expected to reach new heights by 2017, driven primarily by the positive outlook in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical end-use markets, according to a new report.
The growing trends for color cosmetics and nail care continue to drive the total prestige make-up dollar sales in US department stores as figures eclipsed last year’s for the tenth time in 2011.
As global payment giant PayPal launches an application for the Facebook platform, beauty brands should still concentrate more on managing their representation and engaging consumers than trying to monetize social media platforms, according to a Euromonitor...
Researchers in the US have discovered a tool that can rate photographs based on how much they have been digitally altered, which could be used to help regulate beauty adverts.
Social media has been an industry buzzword for a long time, and as many companies have begun to get involved, some are still not maximising its full capabilities. Having seen the platform develop and appear as a mainstay in modern marketing strategies,...
The global market for glycerin is projected to reach $8.4bn (£5.4bn) by 2017 driven by the growing demand in the personal care sector, particularly in Asia, according to a market analyst.
