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31-Jul-2012
Univar gains major suppliers on expansion into Greece
31-Jul-2012 - Last year, the chemicals distributor expanded its operations in Greece with the opening of a new office in Athens in the hope of providing greater support to the cosmetics industry....
Revlon results bear the brunt of charges, currency translations and lower overseas sales
31-Jul-2012 - Revlon’s second quarter results struggle under the weight of charges, currency translations and falling sales in Europe and Asia, but strong results in the Americas help fend off bigger losses....
Round-up of SCCS updates so far in 2012...
31-Jul-2012 - In recent months the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has been regularly updating the industry on its progress in safety and regulation areas. In light of this, Cosmetics Design rounds up its progress so...
Ricky Gervais slams cosmetics companies selling in China amidst animal testing furore
31-Jul-2012 - Actor and comedian Ricky Gervais has used his public status to criticise cosmetics companies involved in animal testing, accusing them of abandoning ethics in order to sell products in China.
Reckitt Benckiser results continue to outpace market
31-Jul-2012 - Despite a generally depressed European consumer market, personal and household care player Reckitt Benckiser has continued to outshine the market for its Q2 and half year results.
30-Jul-2012
‘Girly men’ could opt for alcoholic beauty beverages – Mintel
30-Jul-2012 - Beauty beverages are big business in Japan and looking beyond regulatory hurdles preventing alcohol launches in the EU, could find a market with men, according to Mintel.
Inter Parfums loses Burberry license, looks to new investments
30-Jul-2012 - Burberry and Inter Parfums have announced that after months of negotiations, the two companies will not renew their fragrance and cosmetics licensing agreement.
27-Jul-2012
New EU initiative to boost post-consumer plastic recycling
27-Jul-2012 - A new European wide certification and audit scheme is to be rolled out in 2013 to implement standards on post-consumer plastics recycling to give the consumer the assurance that they are...
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Kao set to build a second plant to meet demand
27-Jul-2012 - Kao has announced its plans to build a second plant in the east of Jakarta, Indonesia.
Coty signs joint venture with LG H&H to expand in Korea
27-Jul-2012 - In what has been a busy summer for beauty firm Coty, it has teamed up with Korean cosmetics player LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H) to create Coty Korea...
L’Oréal confident of outperforming market as sales growth cements strong position
27-Jul-2012 - Cosmetics giant L’Oréal is confident that it can outperform the market in 2012 having posted strong sales growth for the second quarter.
26-Jul-2012
Blue Marble says scope for recycled cosmetic extracts is ‘virtually unlimited’
26-Jul-2012 - Blue Marble Biomaterials says its foray into cosmetic fragrances and extracts made from recycled materials could grow exponentially as the applications for its technology expand.
Symrise joins UN contract in an effort to be more sustainable
26-Jul-2012 - Symrise has joined the United Nations Global Compact in an effort to commit itself to its principles of sustainable and ethical economic activities in a goal to unite entrepreneurial activity...
Coty announces new CEO following Bernd Beetz retirement
26-Jul-2012 - Global beauty company Coty has appointed Michele Scannavini to replace retiring CEO Bernd Beetz from the start of August.
News in brief
Provital develops rhubarb active for skin moisturisation
26-Jul-2012 - Provital has revealed it has utilised an extract of rhubarb to restore moisture to the skin and prevent future moisture loss.
Emerging markets and personal care push pays off for Unilever
26-Jul-2012 - A strong performance in personal care and increased exposure to the emerging markets has aided consumer giant Unilever as it announces its second quarter results.
25-Jul-2012
FDA publishes report on recent cosmetics regulation meeting
25-Jul-2012 - In a recent report, the FDA has revealed that issues relating to cosmetics and cosmetic-like drug products were amongst those discussed at a recent Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR) meeting.
Croda posts steady results amidst difficult economic times
25-Jul-2012 - UK-based ingredients supplier Croda has posted steady results for the first half 2012, considering strong 2011 comparatives, aided by solid results from its Consumer Care division.
Still an air of caution over professional skin care despite 2nd year of market growth
25-Jul-2012 - The professional skin care products market experienced a second year of growth, posting a 5.3 per cent increase in 2011, however Kline has suggested the industry should remain cautious.
News in brief
IBR extends global reach with DKSH partnership in India
25-Jul-2012 - Natural active provider IBR is extending the scope of its partnership with speciality chemicals distributor DKSH to extend its reach in the Indian market.
Hair care and regulation high on the agenda at in-cosmetics Asia
25-Jul-2012 - The organisers of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show have released the educational programme for the upcoming event in Bangkok, highlighting hair care and regulation as the key talking points in...
24-Jul-2012
Mobile app developments so far in 2012....
24-Jul-2012 - With Mintel forecasting a rise in products which increase the interactivity between the virtual and real world like QR codes and mobile apps, Cosmetics Design takes a look at some...
‘Don’t believe all the hype, products are safe’ says CTPA amidst fake tan scares
24-Jul-2012 - People should take note of all the facts and research regarding self-tanning ingredients and not always believe the hype surrounding their safety according to the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association...
Blemish skin care line rapped by ASA for misleading ad
24-Jul-2012 - The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled against blemish treatment skincare line Proactiv, after claims came in about its teleshopping and website ads being misleading.
People On The Move
People On The Move: latest cosmetics appointments
24-Jul-2012 - It may be summer but the industry has still been busy with executives moving around and new roles being announced.
News in brief
Global specialty surfactants market to reach $29.2bn by 2017
24-Jul-2012 - The specialty surfactants market is projected to reach $29.2 billion in the next five years according to Transparent Market Research.
23-Jul-2012
P&G files lawsuit over alleged tooth whitening infringement
23-Jul-2012 - Procter & Gamble has filed an infringement lawsuit in the US against Team Technologies, claiming the company is violating the company’s intellectual property rights.
20-Jul-2012
News in brief
Lipotec targets skin inflammation with new peptides
20-Jul-2012 - Lipotec has announced the launch of Delisens and Telangyn, two synthetic peptides designed to help with sensitive skin.
Gloomy conditions put a dampener on UK sun care market
20-Jul-2012 - A mixture of the poor British weather and reduced holiday travel plans due to the current economic climate, has taken its toll on the UK sun care market.
Annual European bioplastics conference focuses on mass market
20-Jul-2012 - As bioplastics become increasing popular for the packaging of cosmetics and other consumer goods, the forthcoming European Bioplastics Conference will focus on how it is emerging in the mass market.
Kao targets Asian demand for fatty alcohols with production capacity enhancement
20-Jul-2012 - Cosmetics company Kao will enhance its production capacity for fatty alcohols used in shampoos to reinforce its business, particularly in the Asian region.
New Zealand introduces new provision of nano labelling for cosmetics
20-Jul-2012 - The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced that from the 1st July 2015, the presence of nanomaterials in cosmetic products available in New Zealand must be identified on labelling.
19-Jul-2012
Anti-aging trends so far in 2012...
19-Jul-2012 - With the anti-aging sector poised for rapid growth amongst an industry forecasted to rise to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at advances within...
Colgate-Palmolive in trouble with ASA over misleading toothpaste ad
19-Jul-2012 - A television advert for Colgate-Palmolive has come to the Advertising Standards Authority’s (ASA) attention after receiving claims that it is falsely depicting itself as being backed by the nursing profession....
Arkema increases global footprint in cosmetic ingredients
19-Jul-2012 - France-based chemicals giant Arkema has increased its global footprint in a number of industries, including cosmetics, with the proposed acquisition of Brazilian company Resicryl.
Hair-y bad news again for Nutrilinks as EFSA rejects 2 more health claims
19-Jul-2012 - Having been in the spotlight over skin health claims made, Swiss company Nutrilinks has now seen two of its claims regarding hair loss reduction and hair strength reinforcement rejected by...
Colour cosmetics trends so far in 2012...
19-Jul-2012 - Last year saw the prestige beauty market generate high sales and double digit growth, with particular thanks to the make-up category. In light of this, Cosmetics Design takes a look at...
News in brief
Quadpack introduces new 3D rendering service
19-Jul-2012 - The cosmetics packaging supplier has announced it has developed a new industrial design service that helps to explore different options prior to selecting a pack.
18-Jul-2012
Burberry and Inter Parfums still locked in licensing discussions
18-Jul-2012 - British fashion brand Burberry continues to discuss the future of its fragrance and beauty licensing agreement with Inter Parfums, which may result in the termination of the contract at the...
News in brief
Rising awareness drives oral care market in India
18-Jul-2012 - On the back of increasing awareness about oral hygiene, improving income, and high advertising expenditure by players, the Indian oral care market, which holds a substantial share in the overall...
Ambitious consortium reports considerable progress in animal testing area at EU forum
18-Jul-2012 - SEURAT-1, a major European private-public research consortium working towards alternatives for animal testing, has presented some of its recent achievements at the Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF) last week.
Sederma uses new moisturising ingredient for make-up
18-Jul-2012 - Tapping into the growing trends both natural and multi-functional colour cosmetic products, Sederma has launched Vegesome Moist 24.
EFSA rejects two skin health claims made by Swiss firm
18-Jul-2012 - The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has rejected two health claims submitted by Nutrilinks Sarl that sought to link skin permeability barrier function and skin hydration to two different food...
Pack Peek: Some summer sights from the cosmetics packaging world
18-Jul-2012 - This gallery takes a look at some of the news and highlights in personal care packaging, focusing on what is trending, and how cosmetic firms are kitting out their latest...
17-Jul-2012
Latin America to take No.2 spot in global sun care market as protection trend shines
17-Jul-2012 - The demand for protection is driving the sun care market and a strong performance for the category in Brazil could lead to Latin America taking the number two spot in...
EFSA rejects skin hydration claim of wheat lipid extract
17-Jul-2012 - The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has denied a skin hydration claim made about a wheat extract stating that a cause and effect relationship has not been established between the...
SCCS puts forward draft opinion on cosmetic chemicals for comment
17-Jul-2012 - The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has published a draft document containing opinions on kojic acid, benzisothiazolinone and nitrosamines used in cosmetic products by request of the European Commission. ...
EC notes hair dye formulation is unsafe
17-Jul-2012 - The European Comission’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has released its opinion on Tetrabromophenol Blue, used in hair dyes, noting it may pose a risk to consumers.
IFRA random fragrance testing shows high level of compliance
17-Jul-2012 - The Belgium-based IFRA organisation says that its latest random testing of fragrance marketed in ten different countries has shown 100 per cent regulatory compliance.
News in brief
Discussions between Interparfums and Burberry continues
17-Jul-2012 - Inter Parfums has announced that since December 2011, the fragrance company and its subsidiary, Burberry have been engaged in discussions on the creation of a new operating model for the business.
16-Jul-2012
Voice of the Industry
"China may be quicker than the West to accept non-animal testing alternative," says industry expert
16-Jul-2012 - With China poised to accept its first ever non-animal test method for cosmetics by late summer, Dr. Brian Jones of the Institute for In Vitro Sciences (IIVS) says don’t be...
Study links cosmetics to increased risk of diabetes but trade association denies reports
16-Jul-2012 - A new study has suggested that phthalates found in many cosmetic products could increase the risk of diabetes in women, although the industry has moved quickly to refute these claims.
13-Jul-2012
New ISO standard introduced to evaluate antimicrobial protection of cosmetics
13-Jul-2012 - The ISO technical committee has moved to ensure cosmetic products are safe by introducing a new standard to help evaluate the antimicrobial protection of cosmetics.
Activist investor takes stake in Procter & Gamble
13-Jul-2012 - Reports that the Pershing Square Capital management company has bought a significant stake in P&G have given a boost to the company’s share price, and also comes at a time when the...
News in brief
Lush makes its debut in colour cosmetics
13-Jul-2012 - Lush is moving into colour cosmetics for the first time with a new make-up concept, Emotional Brilliance.
Hair care trends in 2012 so far....
13-Jul-2012 - From anti-ageing shampoos to hair loss tonics, it’s been a busy year for the hair care sector. Cosmetics Design takes a look at the developments and innovations in this area...
Mobile monitoring of skin cancer with new app
13-Jul-2012 - Scientists in the US have developed an app which allows users to create a photographic baseline of their skin and photograph suspicious moles or other skin lesions, in order to...
12-Jul-2012
DSM develops new peptide for anti-ageing purposes
12-Jul-2012 - DSM’s personal care unit has announced the global launch of its new anti-ageing synthetic peptide complex, SYN-TC to achieve younger looking skin.
Nails as fashion accessories driving US market growth
12-Jul-2012 - The newfound culture that has transformed women’s nails into fashion accessories is driving the US nail care market, which is dwarfing the growth rates in other cosmetics categories.
Cosmetic ingredients should only be reviewed if science backs up safety concerns
12-Jul-2012 - It is now more important than ever that specific ingredients are only put up for official review if there are solid scientific concerns about their safety, says an industry trade...
L’Oréal teams up with AAK to develop sustainable trade of shea kernels
12-Jul-2012 - French cosmetics giant L’Oréal has signed an agreement with ingredients supplier AAK to develop the sustainable trade of shea kernels.
News in brief
CPL Aromas makes a ‘Quality’ appointment
12-Jul-2012 - Fragrance maker CPL Aromas has appointed Mary Flowerdew as the group’s new Quality director and will assume responsibility for all aspects of quality assurance throughout the company’s worldwide sites....
Nordenia International sold to packaging rival Mondi
12-Jul-2012 - Germany-based Nordenia International has been sold off by its current owner, investment company Oaktree Capital, to global packaging provider Mondi Group.
11-Jul-2012
Global fragrance market expected to reach $15.7bn by 2017
11-Jul-2012 - The global fragrance market is expected to reach $15.7 billion by 2017 with natural ingredients and high end perfumes driving demand.
University opens development centre in UK to optimise bio-based chemical production
11-Jul-2012 - The University of York has opened a Bio-renewables Development Centre (BDC) in order to optimise bio-based chemical production and firmly place the UK as a leader in this field.
Symrise becomes first fragrance maker to join EPAA to promote alternative testing methods
11-Jul-2012 - Fragrance firm Symrise has become the first company in its field to join the European Partnership for Alternative Approaches to Animal Testing (EPAA).
Tongue in cheek Lynx ad accused of being sexually inappropriate
11-Jul-2012 - A television advert for Unilever’s Lynx Attract deodorant has come to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) attention after receiving claims that it is sexually inappropriate and offensive.
Global cosmetics packaging provider HCP bought up by investment company
11-Jul-2012 - China-based international cosmetics packaging player HCP Holdings has been bought out by US private equity fund TPG Capital -a move that is likely to fund its expansion into Europe.
10-Jul-2012
Urban Decay backs out of plans to enter the Chinese market
10-Jul-2012 - Urban Decay has made the decision to back out of its plan to sell its products in China until animal testing alternatives are in place.
UK cosmetic industry a ‘driver of innovation’ as market posts annual growth
10-Jul-2012 - The UK cosmetics industry is an important driver of innovation and employment across the sciences and manufacturing processes as the market posts year-on-year growth, according to the London-based Cosmetic Toiletry...
EC deems formaldehyde equivalent unsafe for use in hair straighteners
10-Jul-2012 - The European Commission believes the use of methylene glycol/formaldehyde at 0.2 per cent formaldehyde equivalent is not considered safe in hair straighteners following a meeting held on the subject in...
Scientific review of UV filters concludes more research needed on health effects
10-Jul-2012 - Researchers at the University of Copenhagen and Zurich have reviewed the endocrine disrupting properties of UV filters used in sunscreens and recommended further research be carried out to evaluate whether...
Scientists develop marine microbe oral care ingredient
10-Jul-2012 - A team of scientists from the University of Newcastle’s dental school are developing a new ingredient derived from marine microbes that is designed to provide enhanced bacterial protection for teeth and...
09-Jul-2012
Sustainable Cosmetics Summit to take place in Latin America
09-Jul-2012 - São Paulo, Brazil will provide the venue for the first Sustainable Cosmetics Summit to be held in the fast growing and evolving Latin America market.
06-Jul-2012
European Commission publishes guidance for the industry on nanomaterials
06-Jul-2012 - The European Commission has published a guide on the safety assessment of nanomaterials to help the industry comply with article 16 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, which...
Top industry speakers confirmed for first Nordic natural products event
06-Jul-2012 - Euromonitor is amongst a host of renowned industry professionals headlining the keynote line-up at Scandinavia’s natural and organic products trade event in October.
Silab launches mobile website for formulators
06-Jul-2012 - France-based ingredients provider Silab has launched a mobile version of the new website it launched in January, which includes QR code technology.
05-Jul-2012
Rexam to sell its personal care division
05-Jul-2012 - The global consumer packaging company has announced the proposed sale of its Cosmetics, Toiletries and Household care products (CTH) business for $709m (€562m at current exchange rates).
Naomi Campbell settles out of court over fragrance licensing
05-Jul-2012 - Naomi Campbell and fragrance licenser Moodform Mission have settled competing New York City court lawsuits relating to agreements to market several lines of fragrances.
Silab launches vitamin D active for ageing skin
05-Jul-2012 - The French ingredients player has developed a new vitamin D-like active derived from the chicory root for ageing skin.
DKSH teams up with Induchem for Chinese market
05-Jul-2012 - The specialty chemicals distributor and provider of market expansion services has teamed up with Induchem, a Swiss cosmetic manufacturer to further develop its presence on the Chinese market.
04-Jul-2012
China SFDA publishes 2nd batch of cosmetic ingredients
04-Jul-2012 - The China State Food and Drug Administration has published a second batch of ingredients for consultation in an inventory of existing cosmetic ingredients (IECIC).
New nano-based delivery vehicle could provide enhanced skin care treatments
04-Jul-2012 - A new nano-based delivery system that can break through the skin barrier has been developed by scientists at Northwestern University in the US.
Chitinor buys up BASF’s marine biopolymer business
04-Jul-2012 - Norway-based Chitinor has scquired BASF’s marine biopolymers chitosan business operations in an effort to expand its biopolymer product ranges and market reach.
03-Jul-2012
Research on keratin protein points to enhanced collagen expression
03-Jul-2012 - Keratin protein from sheep wool simulates the expression of specific types of collagen in humans, suggests new research conducted by the University of Miami that points to enhanced wound healing...
Scientists identify a molecule to help with psoriasis
03-Jul-2012 - Researchers at the University of California have identified a protein that may aid in the development of psoriasis and wound-healing treatments.
L’Oreal eyes expansion of its Kentucky production facility
03-Jul-2012 - L’Oreal has confirmed that it is proposing to make a $42m investment to increase the production capacity at its production facility in Kenton County, Kentucky.
EC scientific committees' review TTC approach
03-Jul-2012 - The European Commission has published its scientific committees' opinion on the use of the 'Threshold of Toxicological Concern' approach for risk assessment of chemical substances in cosmetics.
Danish gov offers grants to greener cosmetic chemical alternatives
03-Jul-2012 - Denmark’s Ministry of the Environment has announced it is to offer grants to Danish companies to motivate the development and testing of chemical alternatives.
BASF to open new synthetic menthol production site
03-Jul-2012 - BASF is opening a new L-menthol production facility at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany, said to produce a compound with improved purity and higher volumes, thanks to processing enhancements.
News in brief
Altana announces its latest appointments
03-Jul-2012 - The specialty chemicals group has announced numerous appointments to its recently reshuffled supervisory board at its annual general meeting.
02-Jul-2012
Coty goes public to raise $700m for its treasure chest
02-Jul-2012 - Fragrance player Coty has confirmed that it plans to raise approximately $700 million from an initial public offering, putting it in a stronger position for future acquisitions.
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