News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Responsible for adding color to both cosmetics and their packaging, the specialty pigments industry has developed into a high-value industry that is continuing to expand and grow, but a lack of competition means that this is likely to remain an...
Preventative health care trends are driving the US vitamin B market, but niche areas like nutricosmetics and anti-ageing skin creams could form part of a successful differentiation strategy for the future, according to a new report from Frost and...
Procter & Gamble has increased its footprint in the niche skin care categories with the purchase of portfolio company HDS Cosmetics Lab from North Castle Partners - a move that hones in on growing demands for anti-aging, acne and sun protection...
Hair care specialist Regis says that increases in operating expenses have led to a drop in its profits during the second of 2007, despite sales continuing to increase.
Global fragrance and personal care player Inter Parfums says that strong sales of its newly launched Banana Republic personal care lines have helped to drive a 37 per cent increase in sales for its final quarter of 2006.