News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Chinese consumers have more trust in multinational brands manufactured outside of China, as well as big concerns over quality standards, product safety and consequent damage to their skin, according to a new market report.
The variety of claims in skin care product advertisements continues to rise. Substantiation of these claims ensures that the product complies with regulations but the positive clinical results gain consumer acceptance and loyalty.
Evonik Industries has announced it is to build an organics production facility in Shanghai as part of its priority to further expand its business in emerging markets, expected to be operational by 2013.
Johnson & Johnson has announced it is halfway to meeting its 2015 ‘Healthy Future’ goal to innovate better products with smaller environmental footprints by adding a range of new products to its Earthwards portfolio.
Two UK-based companies have joined forces to launch a USB stick-based DNA detector which provides testing services for cosmetic and skin care applications.
People on the Move
Cosmetics Design presents the latest round up of the movers and shakers in the cosmetics industry, including a reshuffle at L’Oréal, and appointments at Shiseido and Inolex.