Fragrance consumers in Europe are looking for ‘fresh’ scents in their perfumes but manufacturers should go one step further; offering escapism and multi-functionality amid COVID-19 disruptions, says Mintel.
Paris-based personalised perfume workshop The Alchemist Atelier is on a mission to normalise customised fragrances – aiming to get its ‘scent creator’ device into as many homes as possible.
The year 2020 has been acutely shaped by health, political and environmental uncertainty, and fragrance manufacturers and brands must consider this on an emotional level when working to connect with consumers, says a fragrance marketing expert.
Natural and lab-made ingredients both offer great promise in fragrances, but industry doesn’t need to pick and choose – it can weave together nature and science with the right story, says Mintel.
There is a rising potential for stress-relieving adaptogens in beauty and personal care formulations as consumers seek out products that protect and heal – beyond traditional aesthetics, a beauty expert says.
As the teeth whitening category continues its time in the spotlight, with a growing array of products available it’s important manufacturers and brands understand regulatory restrictions in place worldwide.
Big brand talks: In conversation with Unilever, REN, Beiersdorf, Bulldog and Beauty Kitchen
Unilever, REN, Beiersdorf, Bulldog Skincare and Beauty Kitchen are all dedicated to continued innovation around durable beauty with TerraCycle’s spin-off Loop, but each brand says there remain challenges ahead.
International bath and body brand Rituals has expanded its natural offering with a body care line – part of a wider push towards maximised use of naturals, its travel retail director says.
International beauty major L’Oréal will launch a hand care travel kit combining La Roche-Posay and Biotherm products to target post-COVID concerns around hygiene and protection whilst travelling.
L’Occitane Group believes the long-term success of its online and omnichannel initiatives still rely on the presence of brick-and-mortar stores, despite sales being hit during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Nakdonggang National Institute of Biological Resources (NNIBR) and Jeju National University have conducted a joint study confirming that Viola verecunda extract is as effective at protecting against hair loss as conventional treatments such as minoxidil.
A team of scientists has developed an electronic ‘tongue’ device that can assess and classify perfume aroma components, presenting a practical, cost-effective and green alternative for industry analysis.
Indie brand La Fervance has developed its first clean skin care product – a gold dust-infused facial mask targeting the luxury beauty market that it wants to take global.
Cannabis in beauty and personal care has mushroomed in recent years and created a growing need for raw material testing, but current solutions remain fraught with challenges, says Frost & Sullivan.
Vegan was the third most popular product claim made across online global cosmetics last year, carved out by niche independent beauty brands. And the claim will continue its rise as mass beauty takes it on, says Euromonitor International.
Personal care major Unilever has reported a slight dip in total net sales for the first half of 2020 but a 10% surge in net income, largely driven by a strong performance across its hygiene business.
Scottish skin tech firm Cutitronics has expanded into Europe just ahead of its white-label commercial launch as it pushes forward with the goal of partnering with prestige beauty brands in the region.
Personal care major Henkel has partnered with global packaging firm Albéa to roll out fully recyclable tubes across its complete oral care portfolio, starting with Spanish toothpaste brand Licor del Polo this month.
Sustainable beauty packaging options are in high demand and short supply. But Ezonyx, a biotech and IP licensing company, hopes to add to that supply with its new degradable bioplastic.
Natural was the top product claim made across the online global beauty and personal care space last year, driven by a huge wave of new brands entering the market. But consumer interest in the space is fading, warns Euromonitor International.
In our final episode of the Clean & Ethical Beauty Video Series, we discuss how the events of today will impact how the clean and ethical beauty category might look in the future. Scroll down to watch episode 6.
The European Commission will soon publish its final synopsis report and evaluation of findings from public, stakeholder and SME consultations on current EU assessment and management of endocrine disruptors.
A new study by Kao Corporation has suggested that carbonic acid can improve enhance p-Toluenesulfonic acid (pTS salt) penetration into hair and improve the effects of styling treatments.
Using collagen in beauty products – specifically ingestibles – is highly relevant amid today’s burgeoning consumer trend towards holistic health and wellness, says Mintel.
Perfume consumers are talking a lot about fruity notes, less about herbal and citrus scents and more about sustainable ingredients in online reviews and social media engagements – conversations AI data specialist Revuze says will soon convert to purchase...
Personal care major Johnson & Johnson has reported a sharp drop in net earnings across its global business for the second quarter of 2020 and a dip in sales across consumer health due to COVID-19.
Lycored, the global natural supplements manufacturer, has expanded its tomato-based lycopene production to meet 'unprecedented demand' for beauty-from-within products.
International beauty major L’Oréal will shut down its facial care brushes business Clarisonic to refocus and invest new product development efforts into own-brand devices.
TerraCycle spin-off Loop has launched its UK pilot e-commerce platform in partnership with Tesco, offering a selection of personal care and beauty brands in waste-free, reusable packaging.
Beauty retailer and pharmacy chain A.S. Watson is pushing forward with multiple sustainability initiatives but says meeting consumer consumers expectations in terms of product design and cost remains a challenge.
IOFI and IFRA, the industry bodies for the flavour and fragrance sector, have launched a new Sustainability Charter. The sectorial approach ‘establishes a framework, sets a bar and raises everybody’, representatives from the two organisations tell us.
UK-based cannabidiol (CBD) beauty startup Kloris has secured its first nationwide retail launch through Boots, propelling it into the mainstream wellness market as it moves forward with European expansion efforts, its co-founder says.
In this episode, Yve-Car Momperousse of Kreyol Essence and Emma Dawes of the Soil Association talk about how important supply chains and certifications can be in the clean beauty movement. Scroll down to watch the video.
Beauty brands have the opportunity to innovate and develop do-it-yourself products as consumers are increasingly looking such products for well-being entertainment during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Consuming apple polyphenol (AP) supplements before UV exposure can reduce the extent of skin pigmentation, and continued consumption for the next 10 weeks can help speed up skin tone recovery, an RCT funded by Asahi Breweries has shown.
Independent beauty brands are fiercely nimble and highly engaged with their consumers, which has given them power to face business difficulties during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, an indie expert says.
Italian packaging specialist Mktg Industry has developed a separable double-layered paper and plastic design for lipsticks, enabling easy refills and simply recycling for consumers.
Vegetable accords and fresh spices are primed to be a big fragrance trend in the coming years, creating mouth-watering and airy sensations for the wearer, says Eurofragrance’s senior perfumer.
Beauty has weathered waves of uncertainty during the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and pop-up stores or curbside pick-up locations could be the key to a much-needed business boost, say two retail experts.
Monroe Skincare is primed to re-launch this summer after an extensive facelift from two beauty moguls who have morphed the brand into a simple, shareable and genderless skin care range.
Personal care brands need to leverage on the emotional power of fragrances in order to meet the rising expectations of consumers in the rapidly urbanising Asia Pacific region.
The Institute for In Vitro Sciences Inc (IIVS) believes the support from domestic cosmetic companies can help to further its cause to implement non-animal testing methods in China.
Communicating the concept and credentials of clean and ethical beauty in a market without any unanimous industry or consumer definition remains a big challenge, but there are plenty of clear opportunities when navigating this space. Scroll down to watch...
Personal care giant Colgate-Palmolive has developed an oral care teeth whitening composition using natural, plant-based abrasives derived from walnut tree bark and branches for improved polish and shine.
Japanese male skin care brand Bulk Homme faces a more challenging European entry after delays and changes owing to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, its chief global officer says.
The beauty industry will have to re-think product engagement and interaction as consumers emerge from the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis with safety and hygiene front-of-mind, highly aware of everything they touch, says a trends expert.
L’Oréal and Albéa Packaging will continue work on their paper-based tubes, launched last month under the La Roche-Posay brand, with focus set on ensuring the next-generation model is recyclable.
On Wednesday, the fragrance maker announced having signed a strategic agreement with Divabox, the company that owns the Origines-parfums beauty ecommerce platform. It’s an investment deal that brings e-retail to Interparfums.