Breaking News on Cosmetics Formulation & Packaging - Europe US edition

Colipa unveils easier to navigate website

European cosmetics trade body Colipa has unveiled a new website designed to be clearer and easier to navigate, as well as containing more information.

L'Oreal cuts sales and profit forecasts

A sluggish September has forced L’Oreal to cut its sales and profit forecasts for the financial year.

IFRA workshop tackles problem of fragrance allergies

European Fragrance association IFRA is holding a one day workshop that will tackle specific problems relating to fragrance allergies.

Astaxanthin protects the skin against UV damage, study

Astaxanthin is more efficient than other carotenoids in protecting the skin from UV damage, according to recent in vitro study findings.

Boots Alliance reports strong growth but beauty fails to shine

British health and beauty player Boots Alliance says that preliminary results for the first six months of the year ending in September show sales up 11.7 per cent.

Cosmetics factory in Wales cuts 200 jobs

Budelpack COSi is shedding over 200 jobs at its Welsh plant as the chilly economic climate forces the company to restructure.

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SEPAWA congress attendance beats records

The recent congress for the German cosmetic and personal care association SEPAWA is said to have attracted the largest number of visitors and exhibitors ever.

Fragrance sales continue to disappoint for IFF

International Flavors and Fragrances has reported a drop in profits this quarter due to higher input costs and a shift to lower margin products.

Avon profits miss expectations on economic turmoil

Avon has reported a strong rise in its third quarter profits, but poor North American sales spell missed market expectations.

Symrise suffers from a luxury sales drop

Sales growth at Symrise was dampened in the third quarter by weakening demand at the luxury end of personal care and in fine fragrances.

Standard to calculate a product's carbon footprint is released

A standard that allows companies to asses the carbon footprint of products and services throughout their life cycle has been released by the Carbon Trust, Defra and BSI British Standards.

Reckitt Benckiser results defy credit crunch

An increased advertising spend and new product launches have helped UK cosmetics player Reckitt Benckiser to weather tough economic conditions.

Summer snowflakes join fight against ageing

An aqueous extract from summer snowflake bulbs is the latest anti-ageing product to be developed by Israeli Biotechnology Research (IBR).

Global luxury market faces recession

The global luxury market is facing its first recession in six years, according to a recent report from Bain and Company.

Poop packaging firm underlines importance of creativity in sustainability

Creative thinking is vital for companies looking to achieve sustainability without sacrificing quality and price competitiveness. Albe Zakes from TerraCycle, a company that started out making fertilizer from worm poo, challenges the idea eco-friendly trade-offs.

Diabetes Federation calls on beauty industry for help

The international Diabetes Federation has called on beauty manufacturers worldwide to help it raise awareness over the disease.

L'Oreal lets go of costly Welsh factory

L’Oreal plans to cut 200 jobs at a Welsh factory, blaming unsustainable logistical costs associated with higher overseas sales and a decline in the UK supplier base.

News in brief

Congress for European cosmetics regulation

The sixth congress concerning Regulatory Issues for the Fragrance and Cosmetics Industry is to open its doors between November 5 and 6 in Chartres, France.

Safety of common skin whitener called into question

The safety of the common skin whitener kojic acid has been called into question by a European scientific body.

Estee Lauder drops annual expectations due to uncertain times

Estée Lauder has lowered expectations for the year in the light of ‘extraordinary uncertainty’ in the global economy.

Strong Latin American growth boosts Alberto Culver results

Multi-cultural brands and growth in Latin America are behind the success of Alberto Culver’s fourth quarter.

Croda opens two new innovation centers

Croda has opened two new innovation centers in Delaware to support the development of the next generation of cosmetic ingredients.

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Philippine government increases control over cosmetics

The Filipino government is readying to pass a law that will toughen up the regulation of cosmetics products manufactured and sold in the country.

UK contract manufacturer eyes international expansion

Swallowfield has unveiled its new Paris operation, which it says forms part of its plan to expand beyond the domestic UK market and into the international arena.

New launches boost Inter Parfums' sales

A number of new launches from the Van Cleef & Arpels and Lanvin brands have helped drive third quarter sales for Inter Parfums.

Shiseido ups forecast but warns of tougher times ahead

Shiseido has upped its profit forecast for the first half of the year but the company warned that business conditions will be tougher in future quarters.

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L'Oreal creates two new divisions in travel retail

French cosmetics giant L’Oreal has announced the creation of two new divisions within its travel retail business.

Seatons launches new range of citrus seed oils

Vegetable oil specialist Seatons has added four new citrus seed oils to its range, extending its reach in the emollient ingredients category.

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Israeli cosmetics firm calls for Dead Sea to be renamed

An Israeli cosmetics manufacturer is lobbying for the Dead Sea to be renamed in order to dispel the myth that it is a barren lake.

Long-term moisturising may harm skin barrier function

Long term moisturising with certain products may actually damage the skin barrier, according to recent research.

Demand for lactic acid driven by cosmetics and green packaging

Cosmetics and biodegradable packaging are set to drive global demand for lactic acid, according to a recent report.

Clinique launches innovative male skin care line

Estee Lauder says the latest technology contained in its newly launched Clinique men’s skin care range is one of the most significant innovations in the category.

Yves Rocher hits target but must expand internationally, says report

Yves Rocher has neatly cornered the market for reasonably priced botanical and organic cosmetics but having limited geographical spread may endanger its development, according to Euromonitor.

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Male products for afro skin hit the shelves

A new range of male skin care products designed specifically for afro skin points to increasing segmentation within this growing market.

CPL Aromas appoints new creative perfumer

CPL Aromas has appointed Chris Casale to the position of creative perfumer at its US operations in New Jersey.

Naturals market having ‘major impact’ on personal care

The continued growth and evolution of the naturals and organic market is helping to shape the future of the personal care industry, as a niche turns into a major category.

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Takasago expands presence in US fragrance market

Takasago International Corporation has announced the acquisition of New Jersey-based Wessel Fragrances, in an attempt to increase its global footprint.

Gum and extracts experts establish new venture

Milan-based firms, Indena and the Gum Base Company have teamed up to bring fruit extract-fortified gum to market.

Oriflame reports exceptionally high growth figures

Supported by a burgeoning sales force, Oriflame reported rapid growth in both turnover and profit in the third quarter.

Edelweiss stem cells could help in the fight against ageing

Italian biotech company the Institute for Biotechnological Research (IRB) has released an anti-ageing ingredient based on edelweiss stem cells.

'Sluggish' markets hinder Tupperware's beauty sales

Direct seller Tupperware has suffered from ‘sluggish’ economies in its established markets, particularly in the beauty sector.

Conference focuses on animal testing alternatives for cosmetics

Impending deadlines on animal testing and new chemical legislation will be examined and discussed at a cosmetic ingredients conference later this week.

Photodynamic therapy may be beneficial for sun damaged skin, study

Laser treatment improves the appearance of sun damaged skin by increasing collagen production, according to scientists in Michigan.

Beiersdorf sells hygiene brand to focus on beauty

Beiersdorf has sold off hygiene specialist Bode Chemie to the Hartmann Group to concentrate on skin and beauty care.

Knowledge gap may deter Asian companies from investing in naturals

Interest for natural and organic cosmetics in Asia is growing but it is international companies who are cashing on the trend.

Avon warns authorities of internal investigation

Avon has informed federal authorities of an internal investigation into alleged irregularities surrounding expenses in China.

HBA conference organizer discusses globalization of regulation

HBA Global Expo expanded its conference program this year including a broader range of talks and higher profile speakers. Meyer Rosen, the chief scientific advisor to HBA, discusses the conference highlights and the changing regulatory landscape.

Natrue head tackles natural certification

Julie Tyrrell, the head of Natrue, explains why the Brussels-based lobby group decided to launch a natural cosmetics label onto an already crowded marketplace. Tyrrell also reveals the reasons behind Natrue’s break away from the talks on the harmonization natural and organic standards.

Fragrance feature

Reviving the fragrance industry with storytelling

Over eight hundred new perfumes hit the shelves every year but too many fail to achieve the success their creators hope for. CosmeticsDesign.com invited industry insiders and observers to discuss how the next generation of fragrances may seduce the customer.

Cerium could be the next inorganic UV filter

An oxide of cerium could protect against UVA rays in the same way as the inorganic filters zinc and titanium, according to researchers in France.

Green tea extract may protect against UV damage: study

Topical application of low dose green tea extract may help protect against UV damage, without the common side effects.

Borealis introduces clearer transparent packaging

Austrian packaging provider Borealis has launched a new transparent film said to have superior optical properties for enhanced retail shelf appearance.

Laveré natural skin care range relaunches

Luxury German skin care range Laveré has been relaunched with a new look and a number of innovative products added to the range.

Genetic modification may increase a flower's fragrance

Genetically modified flowers and even aroma producing yeast could figure highly in the fragrance industry of the future, according to researchers in Israel.

Packaging investment and growth on track in uncertain times

Packaging manufacturers are confident about their investment plans and growth opportunities despite economic uncertainty, indicates a recent industry survey.

Oekametall supplies vibrating Lancome mascara packaging

A packaging innovation from Germany-based Oekametall has led to the launch of a new vibrating mascara by US cosmetics giant Lancome.

Estee Lauder uses online social marketing to push fragrance

Estee Lauder is the latest company to embark on an online social marketing campaign to support its Tommy Hilfiger Dreaming fragrance.

NPA announces first companies to gain natural certification

The Natural Products Association (NPA) has published the names of the first beauty products to be certified under its new natural standard.

Credit crunch is influencing UK beauty spend

A new survey conducted by the Ponds Institute in the UK has found the British women are tightening their spending patterns, which is in turn affecting their beauty choices.

LVMH believes growth will continue despite current crisis

Perfume and cosmetics sales help luxury group Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton LVMH report a strong third quarter.

LuxePack highlights three packaging trends

Three major trends influencing luxury packaging design have been identified by LuxePack in advance of a trend observer workshop.

The sunscreen that is also an anti-wrinkle cream

US suncare company UV Exposures claims its newly approved multifunctional sunscreen is likely to prove just as successful as an anti-wrinkle treatment.

Clinique and Allergan's joint venture hits physicians' shelves

A skin care line designed for patients undergoing cosmetic procedures has been released by Clinique and Allergan.

Companies can avoid hazardous waste charges by recycling ethanol

Many companies in the personal care field are under increasing pressure to make business greener. Ken Reese, from Parallel Products, explained how his company can help, by reclaiming ethanol from discarded products.

Soliance strengthens position in the US

French active cosmetic ingredients company Soliance has created a new US subsidiary as a means of expanding its business into the North American market.

Rexam launches make-up packaging lines

Rexam launched ten lines of make-up packaging at Beyond Beauty in Paris last week that aim to fulfill the needs of manufacturers in all market arenas.

Rhodia and KCI sign marketing deal for conditioning polymers

In a bid to further extend its range of conditioning polymers, Rhodia has signed a global marketing agreement with South Korean firm KCI.

How close are we to global harmonisation of organic and natural standards?

Before the industry can benefit from global natural and organic standards, both Europe and the US must first come to a consensus within their own markets, which is proving to be a complex undertaking.

J&J posts strong results on consumer products growth

Consumer products led the pack at Johnson and Johnson (J&J) in the third quarter helping the company post solid sales and profit growth.

Special interview

The fragrance industry must focus on the art of perfumery to capture consumers

The fragrance industry must focus on the art of perfumery in order to survive the long term changes occurring within the sector, according to the president of the Fragrance Foundation.

Relationship between academia and industry in the spotlight

Is industry doing enough to engage with academia in the cosmetics sector? Professor Robert Lochhead, Professor of Polymer Science at the University of Southern Mississippi, unpicks the relationship between industry and academia.

Coty signs licensing agreement with Balenciaga

Balenciaga is hoping to recapture the glamour of its heydey by signing a new fragrance licensing agreement with Coty.

European organic and natural standards will be released next Spring

The publication of harmonised European organic and natural standards is just around the corner, according to leading certification bodies at the Natural Beauty Summit.

Avon falls into advertising trouble for anti-ageing claims

Avon has fallen foul of advertising rules in the UK for failing to substantiate anti-ageing claims made in support of a new exfoliant.

Aïny skin care line thrown into spotlight

Having picked up one of the most coveted awards at the recent Beyond Beauty show, the developer of innovative skin care line Aïny says that distributors are knocking at its door.

Cognis lifts lid on new technologies

Cognis Care Chemical has chosen the recent IFSCC congress in Barcelona to unveil a number of new ingredients, including natural, active and eco-friendly offerings.

Givaudan puts in solid nine month sales performance

Sales figures at Givaudan have held up solidly over the first nine months of the year against the backdrop of an increasingly difficult economic environment.

Beraca extends its reach into Europe

Brazilian active ingredients company Beraca is extending its reach in the European market by opening up a branch office in Paris, France.

Your latest Podcast from CosmeticsDesign

Welcome to your latest news bulletin from CosmeticsDesign.com. In the next three minutes Katie Bird will take you through a distinctly green week in the world of cosmetics. The top stories include the new green chemistry bills in California alongside research on green consumer loyalty and fairtrade cosmetics.

Vitamin D may protect skin from within: Study

Oral supplements of vitamin D may boost production of protective compounds in the skin, and may ultimate help prevent skin infections, according to a new study.

Dr Straetmans signs Eastern European distribution deal

Dr Straetmans is expanding into Eastern Europe to capitalise on the growing demand for natural cosmetic ingredients in the region.

Beauty challenger awards highlight industry trends

The move towards both more natural and ethically produced personal care products was highlighted at Beyond Beauty’s Beauty Challenge Awards 2008.

French health agency promises to clean up baby cosmetics

The French health agency (AFSSAPS) has promised to tighten controls on baby cosmetics following a high profile campaign that labeled the products “toxic cocktails”.

Analyst tips Avon for success

Avon has been tipped as a company likely to survive and even thrive a recession thanks to its business model and broad geographical spread.

Proteonomix readies stem-cell derived cosmetics range

US biotechnology company Proteonomix says its subsidiary Proteoderm is readying for the launch of a range of anti-aging stem-cell derived cosmetic products.

Counterfeiting is on the rise in the fragrance industry

Many industries are feeling the effects of lower consumer confidence. Rochelle Bloom, President of the Fragrance Foundation, shared her views on how the fragrance industry is faring in the current economic climate.

Women sacrifice food before cosmetics

Women are not only reluctant to reduce their spending on cosmetics but when their purses come under pressure they are more willing to scrimp and save on food, according to new surveys.

Avon partners with Ironman triathlon for new fragrance collection

A collaboration with the Ironman Triathlon is the latest partnership designed to help Avon tap into the increasingly important male market.

Sephora acquires stake in Russian perfumery chain

Beauty retailer Sephora has acquired a stake in a Russian perfumery chain as part of its plans for expansion in the region.

Celebrity fragrances boost Parlux results

Celebrity scents have boosted second quarter sales for Parlux Fragrances, which is currently launching Paris Hilton’s latest offering for the holiday season.

Hispanic kid's market earmarked for growth

Manufacturers of children’s personal care products should look to capture the growing Hispanic population, according to a recent report.

J&J re-launches troubled tinting mouthwash

Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has re-released a tinting mouthwash a year after the product was pulled from the shelves when testing uncovered contaminates.

Flax and borage oil may boost skin health from within

Supplements containing flaxseed or borage oil may protect skin against reddening and improve skin health from within, suggests new research from Germany and France.

Colipa appeals for research into animal testing

As the EU ban on animal testing edges ever closer, Colipa has increased its financial commitment to the search for alternatives.

Beauty may not be in the eye of the beholder

Good news for the pharmaceutical industry, it appears that Botox injections affect more than just judgements regarding an individual’s attractiveness.

European naturals market set to break records this year

The mainstreaming of natural and organic personal care products means that the value of the European market is set to exceed €1.4bn this year.

Skin care drives UK pharma company results

Sinclair Pharma has announced that its dermatological and oral health product line has ushered it into its first year of profit.

Inter Parfums picks Nadal for Lanvin fragrance

Inter Parfums has picked star tennis player Rafael Nadal to front its new Lanvin line, in an attempt to appeal to the younger consumer.

DSM uses own Alpine cultivation process in latest skin care launch

DSM has developed a natural ingredient for sensitive and irritated skin using the defensive power of alpine plants.

Croda pledges to help customers go green

Leading personal care ingredients supplier Croda has launched a ‘Green Guide’ designed to help its customers formulate more natural and eco-friendly products.

Study shows that cause marketing increases sales

A new study shows that cause marketing, such as Estee Lauder’s breast cancer campaign, means that associating products and brands with good causes can help to boost sales.

UK skin care firm's shares still suspended

Shares in UK-based skincare firm Dermasalve are still suspended as the company fails to find additional funding.

New dosing options for MegaPumps airless packaging

Airless packaging company MegaPumps showcased new dispensers at this year’s HBA show, in the hope that increased choice will capture new clients.

Mintel launches on-line cosmetics analysis service

Mintel is expanding its Global New Products Database to include an on-line service that digs deeper into the trends that lie behind the latest beauty launches.

France leads the way on Fairtrade personal care

A new market report highlights the fact that strong development in the French natural and organic cosmetic market has given way to the largest market for fair-trade products.

China introduces law to reduce cosmetics packaging

Chinese authorities have introduced a new law aimed at cutting down on the amount of packaging on a host of consumer goods, including personal care.