Estée Lauder to acquire Smashbox Cosmetics
The Estée Lauder Companies has announced it is to acquire California-based Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics in a bid to attract new and younger customers.
Archives for May 17, 2010
DSM reveals why it is targeting market growth in the cosmetics industry
Ilona Haaijer, president of personal care at DSM Nutritional Products, spoke to CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com at the recent in-cosmetics event in Paris to explain how the company is targeting 'mega trends' as a means of expanding in the sector.
26th IFSCC Congress to focus on ‘Innovation and Responsibility’
The International Federation of Cosmetics Scientists (IFSCC) is gearing up for its annual congress event, which is taking place from 20-23 September 2010 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Multifunctional replacement of silicone D5 launched by Croda
A new emollient ester from ingredients supplier Croda can help formulators replace cyclomethicone D5, as regulations surrounding the ingredient tighten.
Latest anti-aging products reflect ‘Fountain of Youth’ trend
Mintel has stated that the latest anti-ageing launches reflect the growing trend for ‘fountain of youth’ products, which claim to offer ‘the next generation of anti-aging technology’.