Archives for June 26, 2008

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Japan focuses on speciality beauty stores

By  Katie Bird

Focusing on small speciality retailers in Japan as opposed to department and drugstore channels may be the way forward, according to Japanese media.

Aloe vera thriving despite lack of science

By  Shane Starling

The adage goes that if an ingredient is to gain favour with food and supplement makers as well as the public it should first get its scientific house in order.

BASF announces further price increases

By  Katie Bird

Chemical giant BASF has announced further price rises which will affect three of its products used in cosmetics and packaging.