Organic cosmetics firm Beeceuticals has filed a lawsuit against
DreamWorks and Paramount over the use of the slogan 'give bees a
chance' in the advertising for the recently released film
Bee Movie, a press report says.
Hawaii's Cyanotech Corporation has obtained four new
structure/function claims for its Bioastin following FDA review, as
it looks to make consumers more familiar with the benefits of
astaxanthin.
The launch of a paraben-free hair care range specifically designed
for use on synthetic wigs and hairpieces highlights new market
opportunities for the chemical-free trend.
Personal care manufacturers should work on improving their online
search engine marketing, suggests a new study completed in
conjunction with Proctor and Gamble (P&G).
Parflux Fragrances CEO Neil Katz has been appointed to the board of
directors for the Fragrance Foundation, a move that stresses his
influence within the industry and the strengthened position of the
company.
As the number of graying baby boomers swells so too are the number
of natural based products aimed at this group - a fact evinced by
the growing number of natural foot care products on the market.
While advertising channels continue to multiply new evidence
suggests that old fashioned word of mouth is a far more powerful
selling tool than internet and mobile phone adverts.
The International Cooperation on Cosmetic Regulation (ICCR) is
calling for increased international cooperation within the
industry, in areas such as nanotechnology and alternatives to
animal testing.
European and American trade associations have dismissed claims from
a consumer group that some lipsticks on the US market contain
unacceptably high levels of lead.
Kimberly-Clark has invented a virtual reality studio with
eye-tracking technology to help the personal care company test out
marketing ideas and product concepts.
Proctor & Gamble (P&G) has filed a lawsuit against a
competitor in the electric toothbrush market, the same week it
released its own high tech product.
There are 383 cosmetic products on the US market that contain
ingredients banned in other countries, according to a new survey by
the Environmental Working Group (EWG).
Eco-friendly packaging specialist Plantic will soon be entering the
US market as part of a development, marketing and branding
agreement with chemical firm DuPont.
Growing concern about global warming and ecological issues is
prompting consumers to seek out cosmetics that are both natural and
environmentally-friendly. CosmeticsDesign.com spoke to Weleda
executives to explore the challenges that...
Dow Corning has released a new range of four multifunctional
cosmetics powders to help manufacturers meet the needs of the
ever-demanding cosmetics consumer.
Vaseline launches its 'Skin is Amazing' campaign, inviting
consumers to express their own skin story, and in turn adding to a
number of marketing campaigns from big industry players that take a
more holistic approach to...
China Bionanometer Industries has launched a new line
of facial mask treatments based on natural active
ingredients derived using biological nanometer technology to
provide enhanced skin moisturizing, smoothening and whitening
One of the pioneers of ethical and green business practices for the
cosmetics industry, Dame Anita Roddick, died yesterday in
England at the age of 64, following a brain hemorrhage.
Natural personal care firm Burt's Bees has put forward its own
definition of natural in a recently launched educational website,
as concerns about the state of the regulation of natural
personal care products in the US continue.
The world's leading personal care players appear to be spending
less money on lobbying the US senate this year, with Procter &
Gamble reducing its spend compared to last year and no
campaigns being disclosed by Unilever...
The FDA has proposed a new rule for sunscreen products; introducing
a rating system for UVA protection, and requiring a warning
statement about the dangers of sun exposure to appear on the label.
US Senate records have shown that leading cosmetics player Estee
Lauder Companies recently made a payment of $100,000 to Cassidy
& Associates to help it lobby the US government on legislative
and funding issues.
A recent campaign from bath and beauty chain Lush, that urged
shoppers to avoid excess packaging where possible, has received
criticism from a Canadian business woman who claims that the
tagline violates her trademark.
Global drinks company Anheuser-Busch has launched a new line of
bottled water that will be marketed as an integral part of any skin
care regime in a bid to make a side-step into the ever-growing skin
care market.
The recent release in Ireland of a Russian skin care range
containing placenta cell extracts has proved successful; cashing in
on the growth of the Irish cosmetics market.
Tainted toothpaste has turned up among the supplies of a luxury
provider of toiletries for international hotels, taking the Chinese
toothpaste scare beyond the gray market.
New research suggests the widespread presence of aluminium salts in
sunscreens, with potential pro-oxidant properties; re-introducing
fears over the negative consequences of sunscreen
application.
A Singaporean company takes natural personal care to a new level
with the release of a herbal feminine wash promising to gently
cleanse the 'intimate area', protecting it from infections whilst
helping to tighten weakened...
A leading US dermatologist has underlined a number of mistruths
that explain why consumers do not use sunscreen properly or else do
not use it all, providing food for thought for sunscreen
manufacturers.
The US House of Appropriations is debating a bill to increase
funding for the Office of Cosmetics and Colors; an increase that
may be much needed as products containing nanotechnology and
cosmeceuticals increase.
China has recently announced a ban of diethylene glycol, the toxic
ingredient found in the widely banned toothpaste - representing one
of a number of moves attempting to reassure its export market.
Due to the shortfall in legislation and regulation in the ever
growing US organic and naturals market, manufacturers are
increasingly looking to EU certification for product ranges.
As savings from restructuring kick in, oral and personal care giant
Colgate-Palmolive has reported a robust quarter, with sales
significantly boosted by a raft of international product launches.
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) in the UK has ruled that
L'Oreal remove both the TV and the press adverts for their
Telescopic mascara setting a new precedent for the industry as a
whole.
The failure of the Tanzanian regulatory authorities to curb the
spread of harmful cosmetic products raises the issue of Africa's
suitability as an export market.
A stagnant market and fierce competition from direct sellers have
forced beauty retailers to resort to cut-throat behavior, according
to a new market report.
US consumers have joined in the frenzy for the UK's Boots No7
brand, with over half the Restore & Renew anti-wrinkle serum
stock being sold out within the first 30 minutes at a CVS store.
A French perfumer has launched an online boutique following the
success of its fragrance store, in turn riding the growing
phenomenon for online shopping.
Hewlett-Packard is developing a system of mobile color matching
technology that promises to help consumers choose a foundation that
perfectly matches their skin tone; offering the services of a
mobile makeup advisor.
California-based Jan Marini says it is launching a facial sun
protector with antioxidant properties that enhance sunscreen and
anti-aging qualities thanks to the active ingredient PhytoMelanin,
a derivative of date palm fruit.