Skin care

Scientists synthesize cellulose nanoparticles from waste cotton fibers

05-Aug-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Researchers in Iran have successfully synthesized cellulose nanoparticles by using two environmentally-friendly processes and this could help save costs for the cosmetics industry.

How to market anti-ageing to men? In the UK less is more

31-Jul-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

UK men want products to be marketed simply without a lot of adjectives or hype around ‘anti-ageing’ or ‘rejuvenation’ and marketing these products should follow this message.

Marketing the anti-aging message in the US - For Men

30-Jul-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Getting a clear distinction between products for each gender and making sure to market grooming products specifically for men is of the utmost importance in the US.

US gov passes bill to speed up FDA sunscreen approvals

29-Jul-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The U.S. House of Representatives has finally passed a bill that will streamline the process for reviewing and approving ingredients in sunscreen products.

Organic personal care market likely to post double-digit annual growth to 2020

29-Jul-2014 By Simon Pitman

Most global regions are expected to post near double-digit annual growth in organic personal care over the next six years, a new market research report suggests.

Study is the first to link natural moisturizer to food allergies

24-Jul-2014 By Simon Pitman

Research conducted into natural ingredients in products targeting dry skin has demonstrated evidence of a link between the topical application and the subsequent development of food allergies.

Stand-in CEO insists that Sirona Biochem hasn’t lost its focus

24-Jul-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Sirona Biochem announces it will continue to focus on the skin care market and develop new active ingredients for the cosmetics market, and will be unaffected by its change in management.

The ‘global beauty consumer’ driving regulation alignment

24-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

The head of the Canadian Cosmetics, Toiletry and Fragrance Association (CCTFA), Darren Praznik, has spoken of the increasing need for international regulatory alignment in the face of the rising ‘global consumer’. 

P&G continues to make big increases in its advertising spend

23-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Latest figures from research firm Kantar reveal that P&G is spending far more than other retailers on advertising in the US. 

Ashland joins PASS Coalition in supporting Sunscreen Innovation Act

22-Jul-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Specialty ingredients supplier Ashland has voiced its support and approval of the Sunscreen Innovation Act, H.R. 4250 as it looks to develop its new products.

Estèe Lauder to benefit most from skin care and color cosmetics investment

21-Jul-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

With margins for skin care and make-up sales reported to be relatively higher than other segments, Estèe Lauder particularly stands to see success if it further invests in these two areas that already account for more than 80% of its' annual revenues.

Furthering melanoma understanding could lead to better sunscreens

16-Jul-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists may look to develop additives that can be included in sunscreens to ramp up the skin's ability to deal with UV damage, after a study into melanoma furthered understanding.

Consumer report finds questionable ingredients in cosmetics

16-Jul-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Consumer Reports 'ShopSmart' says it has found numerous body care products with potentially harmful ingredients, such as coal tar color, triclosan, and formaldehyde releasing chemicals following a year long investigation.

ABT and Restorsea resolve legal dispute

16-Jul-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The legal dispute between Aqua Bio Technology and Restorsea over the breach of a business contract has ended with both companies hoping to move on.

Mobile apps: opportunity or risk for beauty brands?

16-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

With apps which center on beauty products now hitting consumers’ screens thick and fast, CosmeticsDesign takes a look at whether the swiftly evolving mobile space poses an opportunity for brands, or a risk.

Spanish brand LETI Laboratories targets US market for professional skin care

14-Jul-2014 By Simon Pitman

LETI Laboratories says it is targeting the US market for professional skin care by forming a partnership with US-based professional skin care specialist DermWORX.

Genetics’ effect on skin aging is limited, finds Olay

10-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Olay has conducted a study into whether cosmetics products can overcome your genetic make-up, by using pairs of identical twins to trial their ProX range.

P&G pushes premium with new Dolce & Gabbana skin care range

07-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

P&G’s upcoming launch of a full Dolce & Gabbana skin care range indicates brands are confident that premium beauty will continue to buck sluggish growth in developed markets.

Studies show celebrity endorsers do not create beauty brand loyalty

04-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Celebrity endorsement is no longer a sign of a trustworthy brand for consumers, according to researched collated by beauty retail giant Feel Unique. 

Argan oil boosting Morocco’s economy

03-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

With Argan oil a key ingredient in many products in the continually growing natural cosmetics segment, Morocco’s economy is enjoying a boost from strong sales of the raw ingredient.

Head to toe - and everything in between: Neutrogena urges men to ditch the one-soap habit

01-Jul-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

In what the brand is calling ‘a Canadian epidemic’, Neutrogena’s recent study revealed that 72% of men surveyed in Canada are washing their faces with the same soap product that they also use for the rest of their bodies. 

Korean giant LG closes door on Elizabeth Arden bidding process

01-Jul-2014 By Simon Pitman

Korean consumer goods giant LG Household and Health Care has said it is no longer interested in bidding for Elizabeth Arden, after the cosmetics player revealed its restructuring plan.

FDA warning for over the counter acne treatments

30-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning against over the counter acne treatments, noting that severe allergic reactions can result from the usage of certain acne products, and these reactions have the potential to be lethal.

Natural shift as consumers opt for sensitive skin care

26-Jun-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

It is the common belief that most of us have sensitive skin, and now, according to Mintel's Global New Products Database (GNPD), ‘ultra-gentle’ face care products are the most sought after.

Inolex wins Frost & Sullivan award for natural emulsifier

26-Jun-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Chemicals company Inolex has been awarded the 2014 Frost & Sullivan Global Personal Care Product Innovation Leadership Award for its emulsifier, Emulsense, as the demand for ‘natural’ products continues.

FDA dedicates section of website to paraben safety

25-Jun-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

In an effort to answer whether there are safety concerns related to parabens in cosmetics, the FDA has set up a section on its website to address pressing questions from consumers. 

L’Oreal’s relocation of research center confirms US rise of ethnic beauty

24-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

L’Oreal USA is set to relocate its Chicago-based institute for research into ethnic hair and skin to the company’s ‘innovation hub’ in New Jersey, in a move which confirms the rise of the demand for multicultural beauty in the US.

Sephora increases beauty supplements range as cosmeceutical segment strengthens

24-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

The latest market research confirms the cosmeceuticals segment is continuing with robust growth, and Sephora is one retailer responding, recently launching a new range of beauty supplements alongside its more traditional cosmetics offering. 

Study shows that using sunscreens on kids prevents melanoma in adulthood

23-Jun-2014 By Simon Pitman

Researchers at the Texas Biomedical Research Institute have published research showing in a natural animal model that the malignant melanoma in adulthood is ‘dramatically reduced’ by using sunscreen in childhood.

PASS urging industry to support the Sunscreen Innovation Act

19-Jun-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The Public Access to SunScreens (PASS) Coalition, representing the sunscreen ingredients companies is urging industry to support the Sunscreen Innovation Act as it presses for passage of legislation now under consideration in both chambers of Congress.

Estée Lauder winning out in emerging markets; turning now to male grooming

19-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Estée Lauder has been highlighted as one major international brand which has made particularly strong headway in the emerging markets, and is reportedly now looking to further strengthen its sales by focusing on male grooming.

Skincare Ingredients 2014 online event opens its doors today!

18-Jun-2014 By Simon Pitman

The fourth annual Skincare Ingredients online event opens today, with a packed programme, networking opportunities and the chance to discover the biggest trends in the categories all at your fingertips.

Kiehl’s launches new male moisturizer – into space

16-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

In a move designed to make a new moisturizing product appealing to an ‘adventure-seeking’ male demographic, beauty brand Kiehl’s has aimed to make the launch of its new Oil Eliminator explosive - by sending it into space.

Canada proves its capability as it steps up cosmetic exports

16-Jun-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Canada has stepped up to become the world’s tenth-largest exporter of cosmetics, proving it's more than capable of dealing in natural resource exports.

Annual vlogging competition launches as beauty reviewers continue to dominate

12-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

The third annual FACE awards have been launched by NYX Cosmetics, recognizing talent within the booming world of video blogging (or vlogging).

New UVA logo in Canada meets rising demand for ‘broad spectrum’ sun protection

11-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

A new logo launched in Canada responds to the increasing consumer awareness of the need for sunscreens which offer both UVA and UVB protection.

The power of stories in beauty branding: Dove wins national award

09-Jun-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Dove’s ‘Real Beauty Sketches’ marketing campaign has scooped the top prize at the Effie Awards, a national competition honoring efforts in branding and consumer-engagement. 

Cultured algae oil to replace palm kernel thanks to biotechnology

03-Jun-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

In an effort to develop more sustainable products, global ‘green’ brand Ecover has opted for altered algae DNA as a natural replacement for kernel palm oil in its products.

Amway doubles Yale research agreement as quest for targeted skin care continues

02-Jun-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The research collaboration into skin pigmentation between direct seller Amway and Yale University has been doubled in length to allow further study and understanding of molecular biology.

The power of perfume – Study shows it increases attractiveness!

30-May-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

New research from the Monell Chemical Senses Center, funded by Unilever, reveals that women’s faces are rated as more attractive in the presence of pleasant smell, suggesting perfume can change the way we perceive one another.

Mexican company looks to build on nanotech TiO2 sunscreen technology

22-May-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Mexican firm Nanomateriales has developed a cosmetic sunscreen based on titanium dioxide nanoparticles, which can reduce the effects of UVA/UVB rays, related to skin deterioration.

Partnership bids to boost biomass-based cosmetic ingredients production

21-May-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

P2 Science and Desmet Ballestra SpA (DBI) have joined forces in a bid to use both companies’ technology and process to produce biomass-based flavor, fragrance and cosmetic ingredients.

Suppliers Day Coverage

Technology specialist develops 'industry first' viscosity measuring tool

20-May-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

TA Instruments, a supplier of thermal analysis, rheology, and microcalorimetry to the industry says it has developed a technology that, for the first time, consistently measures viscosity.

Suppliers Day Coverage

Croda claims 'breathrough' active tackles senescence aging process

19-May-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists at Sederma & IRB have been working on ‘Senestem’, an ingredient that fades the signs of senescence (the body's natural process of deterioration with age) with a method they are describing as  'breakthrough', by targeting...

Sun creams diversifying to address needs of individual consumer groups

19-May-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

“Make creams more fun for kids,” advised beauty industry trends forecaster Antoinette van den Berg at the recent in-cosmetics industry event, urging sun care manufacturers to meet specific consumer group demands.

Creams of the crop: premium beauty in focus

14-May-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Consumer enthusiasm for premium ranges is continuing to bloom, and 2014 has seen a rise in brands angling to make the most of this trend.

Georgia University studies skin cancer risk in nail lamps

13-May-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A group of scientists from Georgia Regents University has looked into the risks of using UV lamps in nail salons and found that potential DNA damage and risk of skin cancer remains small; although they promote the use of sunscreen or protective gloves...

Beauty industry responding to the rise of the multicultural consumer

13-May-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Beauty brands and retailers are increasingly responding to the needs of multi-ethnic consumer groups , who are set to soon become the majority in the US. 

Solazyme’s expansion shows consumer appetite still strong for microalgae

08-May-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

With naturals still grabbing the industry’s focus, Solazyme is looking to further expand distribution of its microalgae brand, Algenist, in the US, via a partnership with Nordstorm. 

IMAN cosmetics angling for South Asian consumers

08-May-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

IMAN cosmetics is set to sponsor the 2014 New York Indian Film Festival, in what the company is calling an effort to target South Asian women.