Noveon promises to make life easier for formulators
Noveon Consumer Specialties has upgraded its website and launched themed prototype kits in an attempt to make the formulating process clearer and easier.
Archives for May 27, 2009
ESS Technologies introduces end-of-line packaging machinery
ESS Technologies has developed a machine combination for packing and palletizing to help manufacturers save both time and space.
“Extreme ethical” emerges as new cosmetics trend
According to Mintel, ‘extreme ethical’ is set to be a major cosmetics trend for 2009, with many cosmetics companies seeking to become advocates for social change.
Cognis reports sharp drop in quarterly sales
German specialty chemicals firm Cognis has posted a net loss of €33m for the first quarter following a sharp drop in turnover.
P&G announces cautious 2009 financial guidance
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has released earnings expectations for 2010 that failed to live up to Wall Street estimates but shares in the company remained steady.
Parabens' bad press based on flawed science, says industry insider
The removal of parabens by some cosmetic manufacturers is a reaction to “outrageous claims” made by the media and pressure from non-governmental organisations (NGOs), not consumer pressure, according to Dene Godfrey from S Black.