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29-Sep-2006

Solar indicator goes on sale in US

A wristband UV monitor has gone on sale in the US, marketed as a device to help indicate when the wearer should apply sunscreen as a means of combating increasing rates of skin cancer.

Airport authorities relax cosmetics ban

Airport authorities on both sides of the Atlantic have relaxed safety rules for hand carry items on planes, bringing relief for many cosmetics companies that rely on duty free as a significant part of their annual sales.

28-Sep-2006

Researchers say new compound could lead to safer sun tanning

Scientists in the US and UK say that an organic compound they are working with could hold the answer to creating a realistic looking sun tan, while also inducing a natural sun block effect in the skin.

BASF and Dow join forces for PO facility

BASF and Dow Chemical have launched a long-term venture to produce propylene oxide (PO) at the world's first commercial-scale hydrogen peroxide propylene oxide (HPPO) plant at BASF's production site in Antwerp, Belgium, which will be used to supply a number of fine chemicals used in the cosmetics industry.

27-Sep-2006

New scalp treatment features South African naturals

South Africa-based Inkomfe, a manufacturer of personal care products featuring locally sourced natural ingredients, has recently extended its product portfolio and is looking to increase its consumer base in both Europe and the US.

Luxe Pack focuses on luxuries of the future

Luxe Pack will be opening its doors again in Monaco from October 24 - 27, highlighting some of the latest innovations, trends and designs from the world of luxury cosmetics and fragrances, with an emphasis on throwing a little light on what's next for the industry.

Frutarom introduces pink rock rose extract for modern uses

Frutarom is launching an extract of pink rock rose, a plant grown in Mediterranean countries that has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine to counter respiratory infections and support gastrointestinal and skin health.

26-Sep-2006

EU to remove restrictions on packaging sizes

Companies will soon have the freedom to choose the size of packaging they use for most oftheir products, after a set of restrictive rules were abolished yesterday by EU ministers.

25-Sep-2006

DSM invests in Israeli personal care company

DSM Venturing, the corporate venturing unit of Netherlands-based ingredients specialist DSM, says it has invested $2m in Sol-Gel Technologies, a privately-owned company specialising in beauty and health care applications.

IBR-dormin wins European innovation prize

IBR's narcissus bulb extract, IBR-dormin, has won the BSB European Innovation prize, vindicating statements that the product is 'a new approach to anti-ageing products'.

22-Sep-2006

P&G ceases sales of SK-II in China

Procter & Gamble has ceased all sales of the SK-II skin care line in China following allegations made by a regional watchdog that it contained potentially dangerous chemicals.

21-Sep-2006

CTFA files comments with FDA on nanoparticles

The Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association (CTFA) has filed a comprehensive dossier with the FDA outlining the science and regulation of nanoparticles in personal care products.

Nutricosmetics set to be the next big niche

First there was cosmeceuticals, now there is nutricosmetics. The big difference is that these products are taken orally to improve health and beauty, and according to the latest market study, it is a rapidly-growing category that is about to hit the major world markets.

20-Sep-2006

Database could cut back on animal testing

European-wide research being conducted at the University of Ulster, in Northern Ireland, with the aim of reducing the number of scientific studies used in animal testing.

Oriflame gets China go ahead

Oriflame has become the third foreign cosmetics company to be granted a direct sales license in China, putting it on track to carve out a slice of the country's fast-growing consumer market.

Smart label indicates accidental freezing

A new label on the market can indicate when temperature sensitive products have been accidentally frozen during transport or storage.

European sales of natural cosmetics set to top €1bn

With consumers continuing to opt for cosmetic products that are deemed to be natural and therefore safer, sales of natural & organic cosmetics are projected to surpass the €1 billion mark for the first time this year.

19-Sep-2006

Are Botox users becoming dependent?

A new study suggests that the continued rise in the use of Botox injections to prevent wrinkles might be partly attributable to the fact that many patients find the injections addictive.

Nordic cosmetic player mulls IPO

With a number of companies said to be interested in buying up the company, an executive of Finland-based Lumene Cosmetics says that a stock market listing could be a strong possibility, as the company continues to see strong growth on the back of continued interest in natural-based cosmetics.

Kyowa Hakko brings back its CoQ10

Kyowa Hakko has re-launched sales of its patented coenzyme Q10 following a six-year break, and is one of many companies entering this fold as supply increases following bottlenecks.

16-Sep-2006

Avon powers ahead with China recruitment

Having received the first license for a foreign-owned company to resume direct sales of cosmetic products in China, Avon added more than 33,000 new sales staff to its workforce there last month, according to data from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce.

15-Sep-2006

Packaging invention turns heads at HBA

A packaging innovation that helps consumers time how long their cosmetic treatment should last and even alerts them as to the time and date of their next treatment has turned heads at this week's Health & Beauty America show in New York City.

13-Sep-2006

Lutein skin health study elicits excited response at conference

Initial results from a new study investigating the effects of lutein and zeaxanthin on skin health presented yesterday is expected to open up a whole new market for suppliers of these antioxidants in oral and topical beauty products.

Rexam claims a revolution in cosmetics packaging

Leading cosmetics packaging provider Rexam claims it is about to revolutionise the cosmetics packaging sector with a new service that allows packaging to be delivered in Europe within three days.

Labelling machine adapts to different cylinders

A new labelling machine can cope with both oblong-shaped containers and round bottles at increased labeling speeds, says its designer.

L'Oreal continuing drive towards REACH targets

The world's largest cosmetic company has reaffirmed its commitment to REACH by stressing its continued effort to meet all the additional criteria that the legislation will require with respect to chemicals in cosmetics formulation.

12-Sep-2006

Researchers hone sunburn repair ingredient

Scientists at the University of Bath in the UK say that their research work could eventually lead to the development of an ingredient that could be used to actively repair sunburnt skin and help prevent the onset of cancer.

Parlux confirms future sale of non-core lines

As expected, troubled fragrance player Parlux says that it will use the intermediary services of GLMAC to off-load a number of its non-core product lines, after the company confirmed that sales for the latest quarter were below expectations.

08-Sep-2006

Beiersdorf puts French production facilities up for sale

Global cosmetics giant Beiersdorf has announced the next step in its restructuring plan with plans to sell off the production and logistics facilities for its France-based affiliate.

Beiersdorf launches new anti-aging treatment targeting DNA

Scientists at Beiersdorf research and development laboratories have created a new anti-ageing formula containing a combination of cell-active Folic Acid and Creatine to target skin's DNA.

LVMH's perfume and cosmetic division powers away

French luxury consumer group LVMH has reported double growth in its overall sales for the first six months of the year, backed up by an impressive 80 per cent leap in profits for its perfumes and cosmetics division.

07-Sep-2006

Scientific evidence jumps to the defense of nanotechnology

The on-going debate on the safety of nanotechnology in cosmetic products has been given new fuel as scientists in France reveal that nanotechnology has been in use for thousands of years in hair dye.

Procter & Gamble steps up fight to protect brands

The world's largest consumer goods company has been back on the lawsuit trail, as it continues to apply pressure on competition it deems to be a step too close to the mark.

06-Sep-2006

Beyond Beauty lifts the lid on nanotechnology

With the Beyond Beauty expo opening its doors in Paris this Monday, September 11, one of the key focuses will be innovation. And with nanotechnology proving to be one of the driving forces behind this trend, it is fitting that a series of conferences will highlight the importance of this technology in cosmetics formulation.

Could donkey milk hold the secret to skin health?

Cleopatra swore by it, bathing daily in asses' milk as part of her beauty regime. But now, following the death of the world's oldest women - another devoted fan of donkey milk - the spotlight is back on it.

Ciba restructures and fine tunes focus

Having revealed mixed first half results, Swiss specialty chemicals player Ciba has announced an investment programme that promises increased expenditure on technologies to develop chemicals that will focus on nanotechnology, alongside plans to make significant job cuts.

04-Sep-2006

P&G gets vote of confidence from investors

Proof that P&G is on the right track following its merger with Gillette came during the course of August, after the company posted strong fourth quarter results that have led to a share price hike of more than 8 per cent.

First ever consumer anti-aging mag launched

The world's first anti-aging magazine is about to be launched, tapping into the phenomenal growth of a market that has been largely defined by cosmetic products such as anti-wrinkle treatments.

01-Sep-2006

Phosphagenics to extend its technology into cosmetics

Phosphagenics, an Australian company that uses patented technology to enhance compounds, says it has signed an agreement with a major cosmetics company to test the feasibility of its technology on personal care formulations.

Could scientists finally be on to a cure for baldness?

Research work carried out on mice at the University of Manchester has thrown up clues as to why some men go bald, something that could give both drug-makers and hair care manufacturers opportunities to break the male pattern baldness puzzle.

L'Oreal profits continue to boom on luxury sales

The world's largest cosmetic company just goes from strength to strength, having announced an 8.7 per cent hike in sales and a 21.8 per cent jump in net profits thanks to strong premium cosmetic sales and continued growth in developing markets.

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