Petrolatum use still growing but greener cosmetics could stop that
Use of petrolatum is continuing to grow in cosmetics, but increasing interest in greener, more environmentally friendly products could prevent further development.
Archives for March 24, 2010
Rio Tinto said to be in talks with Sun European over Alcan beauty sale
Rio Tinto Group is rumored to be in talks with Sun European over the sale of the Alcan Packaging Beauty unit.
Downturn affected demand for Cognis ingredients
Cognis claims to have steered a steady course through last year’s economic upheaval. But despite a return to profitability, the downturn took its toll on sales of its care, nutrition and health ingredients.
Daily dose of lycopene can protect against UV-induced radicals: LycoRed
One pill a day of LycoRed’s lycopene supplement can enhance the natural protective qualities of the skin against UV and visible light, the company claims.
Global market for color cosmetics set to reach $41.4bn
As the recession begins to recede and typical growth drivers are set to return, the global color cosmetics market is predicted to reach $41.4bn by 2014, according to a Global Industry Analysts (GIA) report.