News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
The programme for the annual SEPAWA/EDC Congress has been unveiled, revealing a focus on sustainability and innovation aimed at a host of industry professionals, including formulation and regulation experts.
As a result of its Sustainable Trust guidelines becoming more stringent, the Co-operative Asset Management Group has sold its entire holdings of Avon shares, as it says its policy conflicts with the recent revelation that Avon tests its cosmetics on animals.
Estée Lauder has taken legal action against fashion retailer Target accusing it of selling counterfeit cosmetics in its stores in Australia under the MAC Cosmetics brand.
Hydrocolloid producer CP Kelco has built on its continuing relationship with chemicals distributor Azelis, this time expanding into the People's Republic of China and Hong Kong as the demand for nature-based products increases.
L’Oréal has opened its first African store for its Kiehl’s brand in the South African capital of Johannesburg, as the French firm looks to gain market share in the country.