The second Natural Beauty Summit will open its doors in New York
next week, where organizers are expecting regulatory issues
relating to natural and organic cosmetics to top many delegates'
agendas.
Two of the world's largest consumer goods companies have come head
to head as Procter and Gamble (P&G) files a lawsuit against
Johnson and Johnson (J&J) for patent infringement.
Unilever has pledged to use only palm oil certified as sustainable
by 2015, while also supporting calls for a moratorium on further
deforestation for palm oil in Indonesia.
Consumer pressure has led many of the leading players in the
industry to publicise their plans to practice ethical and
sustainable ingredients sourcing, resulting in a number of critics
accusing companies of simply jumping on the...
Dr Bronner's Magic Soaps has filed a lawsuit against a number of
the leading natural and organic cosmetics players and two
certification bodies for making misleading organic labeling claims.
Cosmederm Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with
Health Sciences to market its anti-aging and anti-itch products in
the Asia Pacific region.
Provital group presented an energising ingredient especially for
men's skin at In-Cosmetics, adding to the growing number of
ingredients designed to boost ATP production in the cell.
La Roche-Posay has launched a new sunscreen - Anthelios 40 - with a
high enough photostable rating to ensure it can provide sun
protection for individuals suffering from sun-sensitive skin
disorders.
Market research firm Mintel has identified Faux Genomics as one of the four key trends set to make it big in 2008. Head consultant for cosmetic research Nica Lewis explains the concept and explores the latest and most exciting developments.
A key market trends presentation on the global cosmetics industry
given at In-Cosmetics Amsterdam highlights the fact that continued
industry growth is likely to be driven by global marketing
campaigns that take into consideration...
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has defended the industry
against the accusation that cosmetics regulation in the US is weak
and urgently needs reform.
Unilever says it has stepped up its marketing campaign for the Dove
brand with the launch of a digital channel aimed at bringing a new
approach to 'The Campaign for Real Beauty' online.
Advanced Nanotechnology (ANT) and the Dow Chemical Company have
entered into a distribution agreement regarding ANT's ZinClear-IM
sun protection products.
German-based Symrise has reorganised the innovation management of
its Scent and Care division in an attempt to become the innovation
leader in the industry.
Shares in L'Oreal rise due to speculation of a possible Nestle
takeover, Coty launches its e-commerce strategy with a partnership
with HSN and analysts give Physicians Formula a positive outlook
for 2008.
Women mistrust the scientific claims on anti-ageing products and
are confused about the effectiveness of cosmeceuticals, according
to a UK survey commissioned by P&G brand Olay Regenerist.
Avon Products is further concentrating on developing key fragrance
sponsorships with the addition of a male fragrance created by
Hollywood A-lister Patrick Dempsey.
Johnson and Johnson is releasing a moisturizing skin care range
designed for teens who do not suffer from problem skin in an
attempt to cash in on the increasingly affluent young consumer
group.
Croda USA has merged the marketing management role for botanicals
with skin care and makeup in order to better apply its botanicals
expertise to the cosmetics market.
Yahoo has launched a website aimed at women featuring articles on
everything from beauty to parenting in a bid to attract advertising
from leading consumer goods manufacturers.
Microalgae company Cyanotech will focus on marketing its
antioxidant BioAstin for the human cosmeceutical, nutraceutical and
nutritional supplement markets.
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is highlighting a study
conducted by the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) alleging
risks associated with the sunsceen ingredient oxybenzone.
Hairdressers are at greater risk of developing bladder cancer
because of the chemicals present in the hair dyes they use daily,
claims research published in The Lancet Oncology.
Following on from the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) attack on
cosmetic products marketed as organic but containing the
petrochemical by-product 1,4-Dioxane, top organic player Dr.
Bonner's applauds the action.
Xenna Corporation says that its new take on hair relaxers -
a formulation that is in fact chemical free - has led to a
significant rise in demand for the product.
Listerine's new Smart Rinse mouthwash that changes color to give an
immediate visual cue of product efficacy is being marketed
specifically for children.
Estee Lauder has developed a beauty brand specifically for
television retail in an attempt to achieve growth through
alternative distribution channels.
The global market for anti-aging products - topical, dietary and
pharmaceutical - is predicted to increase due to growing interest
from an ever younger consumer base.
Male grooming is motivated by work and social situations and
related to ideas of status advancement; however attitudes vary
across countries, according to a Beiersdorf survey.
The continued growth in male grooming products, combined with the
development of emerging markets is helping to further grow the
world market for shaving products.
The global skin care market is predicted to be worth $44.8bn by
2010, driven by an aging population, growing consumer affluence and
the increasing importance of the emerging markets, according to a
report by Global Industry Analysts.
Boosted by strong domestic growth for personal care, Indian company
Anchor Health and Beauty Care says it will be
eyeing global soap and toothpaste brands as a key to further
expansion.
Revenues from marine biotechnology are projected to reach $3.78 bn
by 2012 driven by interest from cosmeceutical, nutraceutical,
medical and pharmaceutical industries.
Following the success of its racy cosmetics Playboy has signed a
licensing agreement with Coty that will bring the iconic bunny to
the male fragrance market.
A new range of topical vitamins designed to counteract skin aging
have been released marking the launch of Vitivia, the aesthetic
division of US-based JSJ Pharmaceuticals.
Eyelash enhancers have blurred the line between cosmetics and drugs
landing two companies in a regulatory snare but La Canada Ventures
has been careful to avoid trouble.
A self-heating cleansing body wipe for use in hospitals and by
consumers looking for hygiene on the move has been released by
US-based Donovan Industries.