New labeling rules for cochineal bug coloring
Food and drink manufacturers that color their products with cochineal extract and carmine must now declare the ingredients on the label under a new Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ruling.
Archives for January 6, 2009
French direct seller is saved from bankruptcy
After nearly 18 months of difficulties the French direct seller Lexel Cosmétiques has found a partner and can continue trading.
Sniffing out the science behind the ‘Lynx effect’
The famous ‘Lynx effect’ may not be mere marketing according to researchers looking into the psychology of deodorant and fragrance products.
New lipstick pigment adds shine and disguises wrinkles, says Shiseido
A new lipstick pigment combines vivid shine whilst helping to diminish the appearance of lip lines and wrinkles, says manufacturer Shiseido.
Frutarom starts year with Oxford acquisition
Frutarom has made a confident start to 2009, putting its rapid growth strategy into action once more with an agreement to acquire UK flavour and fragrance ingredients firm Oxford.