News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Swedish researchers at Lund University have developed various in vitro test strategies to replace animal testing when determining skin allergens, thanks to a special special gene expression analysis software.
Apparently there is a macho method of using bar soap and if anyone is going to exploit that than it will be Procter & Gamble’s Old Spice brand as it launches its latest line of manly-scented products.
A new report from a French consumer group claims to have found endocrine disruptors in many popular cosmetics products; however the Cosmetics Toiletry and Perfumery Association has once again reiterated the safety of all products on the market.
With ambergris being highly sought after by the fragrance industry, the recent finding of a sperm whale carcass in the Netherlands with an uncommonly large amount of the precious ingredient is promising for EU perfume formulators.
Olay maintains its dominant position at the top of the BrandFinance Cosmetics 50 table, but a slight value fall coupled with a surge in competitor growth has seen L’Oréal eat away at that lead.
AkzoNobel claims it has developed an industry leading technology for the eco-friendly extraction of naturally-derived cosmetics ingredients - a technology that serves to make a significant impact on a product's carbon footprint.