BASF’s cosmetic actives promise to ‘Photoshop’ the face
The cosmetics arm of the Germany-based chemicals giant has launched two ingredients designed to tighten pores, reduce oiliness and increase skin radiance.
Archives for April 14, 2009
J&J sales fall but forecast remains unchanged
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has announced a sharp fall in first quarter sales for both its consumer and pharmaceutical businesses.
Coty appoints new head of Beauty Division
Coty has appointed a new president of its Beauty Division to manage all Coty brands available in mass distribution in the Americas, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
Rahn launches UV protection ingredient at in-cosmetics
Topical ingredient Celligent both prevents UV damage and helps DNA repair, claims ingredients supplier Rahn.
Demand for specialty silica set to continue strong market growth
Demand for specialty silicas for personal care applications is set to grow at 3.6 percent annually over the next four years, according to research from Freedonia Group.
Consumer watchdog find home LED anti-aging devices ineffective
Tests carried out on five hand held LED anti-aging lights by the Good Housekeeping Research Institute claim that the results showed little effect on wrinkles.