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Scientists reiterate nanotechnology in sunscreens is safe

22-May-2012 - The American Academy of Dermatology has reiterated the importance and safety of sunscreens for protection against skin damage, highlighting the effectiveness of nanotechnology and stating that new FDA regulations will be of great help.

Taiki claims industry first in resin that eliminates preservatives in mascara formulas

18-May-2012 - Taiki Group claims it has solved the largest safety concern women have in make-up application – the eyes - with ‘EcoG+’, an application that contains an antimicrobial resin said to eliminate preservatives in mascara formulas.  

Quadpack to unveil the latest in make-up packaging trends in Paris

18-May-2012 - International cosmetics packaging provider Quadpack is to unveil two new developments at the ‘Make Up’ event in Paris next month.

Nail polish is the new lipstick effect, says Euromonitor

16-May-2012 - Last month Cosmetics Design caught up with Euromonitor’s Irina Barbalova at the in-cosmetics event in Barcelona to find out what trends were prevalent in beauty in 2011 and if the future looks bright for this sector... 

NIR quality testing device coming to a smartphone near you – Fraunhofer

09-May-2012 - Smartphones equipped with innovative near infrared technology no bigger than a sugar lump could open the door for rapid quality testing of a host of products, according to the Fraunhofer Institute.

Skin care and make-up boost prestige beauty sales in China

02-May-2012 - Last year saw the prestige beauty marketing generate high sales and double digit growth, with particular thanks to the skin care and make-up categories.

Mulberry root extract developed to help with eyelash growth

25-Apr-2012 - A formulation featuring mulberry root extract to promote eyelash growth has been developed by Japanese based company Fuji-Sangyo. This comes as one of many hair growth tonics the company unveiled at in-cosmetics in Barcelona last week.

Nail care manufacturers warned over mislabelling of toxic chemicals

16-Apr-2012 - A study from the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has fired a warning shot to manufacturers of nail care products claiming that many nail care products contain toxic chemicals even though their labels claim otherwise.

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Shiseido launches new mascara with camellia oil

13-Apr-2012 - Shiseido has developed a new mascara featuring camellia oil, that the company says provides moisture to the lashes and lasts up to 16 hours.

Face make-up focus for latest Albéa innovations

21-Mar-2012 - Albéa launched its latest packs for face make-up at the Cosmoprof Worldwide 2012 event in Bologna with a focus on compacts and applicators.

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Aveda recalls lash abundance boosting serum

07-Mar-2012 - Aveda has announced a voluntary consumer recall of its Lash Abundance Boosting Serum from anyone who has purchased or received this product after it determined that the preservative system in the formula may not be sufficient to protect against certain microorganisms.

PCD Packaging in Pictures: And the winner is...

15-Feb-2012 - Every year the PCD Congress in Paris celebrates the innovative packs on display at the show and this gallery takes a look at 2012's winners.

Latest colour cosmetics launches draw on trend for bright and bold packaging

14-Dec-2011 - Recently launched mascara packs by HCP and lip gloss applicators by Albéa draw on the trend for big and bright colour cosmetics packaging which attract more consumers.

Oat Cosmetics launches Ecocert accredited oat flour for cosmetics use

26-Oct-2011 - UK-based Oat Cosmetics has launched an Ecocert accredited Superfine Oat Flour for use in natural cosmetic ingredients, building on the growing cosmetics trend that ‘if it is good enough to eat, it is good enough for my skin.’

Quadpack reaffirms its colour cosmetics focus with new make-up brushes

16-Sep-2011 - European supplier Quadpack has launched a new range of make-up brushes in collaboration with Italian manufacturer Brivaplast as it continues to focus on the colour cosmetics market.

Interlocking make-up range launched

08-Sep-2011 - US-based cosmetics company Jouer Cosmetics has launched a new range of cosmetics in the UK that features an innovative new style of packaging developed to be more convenient for consumers.

HCT develops Too Faced packaging

19-Aug-2011 - Europe-based packaging provider HCT has manufactured cosmetic components for the brand Too Faced, such as bronzer brushes and eye shadow compacts.

Bio-fractions of peas, rice and yeast all hold anti-ageing capabilities

12-Aug-2011 - Science is always exploring new ways to stem the tide of visible ageing, and the industry is always open to developing the next generation of alternative ingredients, which has led industry experts to explore the properties of bio-fractions of pea, rice-bran and yeast.

Albéa offers duality with its mascara applicator

10-Aug-2011 - French packaging company Albéa’s dual-comb brush has been chosen by Swedish cosmetics company Oriflame, to launch its Maxi Lash mascara.

Pucker up, Rexam introduces new flocked-tipped gloss applicators

28-Jun-2011 - Rexam Personal Care Division has introduced the second edition of lip-gloss applicators to it Glossy Days collection; eight new flocked-tipped applicators.

Rexam gets lippy with retro revival design for Lancome

22-Jun-2011 - The personal care arm of the packaging firm has been selected by beauty brand Lancome to design the lipstick casing for its French Touch Absolu line from its limited edition series.

Amyris expands global footprint for surfactants

21-Jun-2011 - Specialty chemicals provider Amyris has established a colloboration with Wilmar International to help it to expand into the global market for surfactants.

Nano nail polish product to be expanded in the European market

16-May-2011 - New Jersey-based Natural Nano says the successful launch of its nano-based nail polish formulation in the US will now trigger the launch of the product in the European market.

French parliament backs ban on plastic chemicals and parabens in cosmetics

06-May-2011 - Phthalate chemicals used in plastics and paraben preservatives in cosmetic manufacturing could be banned following a vote from the French National Assembly.

Beiersdorf to cease cosmetic manufacturing at Baden-Baden site

29-Apr-2011 - Germany-based Beiersdorf is planning on selling its production site in Baden-Baden, or possibly closing it in the medium term, affecting 390 employees.

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