The ‘natural’ look hits hair styling sales in the UK
UK consumers wanting the ‘natural’ look has seen sales of styling products stall, increasing just 0.3% between 2012 and 2013 to reach a value of £294 million in 2013, says Mintel.
Archives for May 20, 2014
EU puts forward hopes for increased unity in transatlantic cosmetics standards
As part of ongoing talks between the US and the EU thrashing out the details of the proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, the European Commission has released a position paper on cosmetics, which outlines the continent’s hope for...
Naturex talks investment in purification technologies
On giving Cosmetics Design a preview of its newest portfolio 'NATpurity', we sat down with Naturex to discuss the brand’s investment in upgrading its' expertise through technologies at its France based facility.
Asia in Focus
Expert reveals scalp care to be as vital as facial treatments with Asian consumers
This month we're focusing on the rise of the scalp care market in Asia, where our expert, Florence Bernardin, says consumers place treatment of this area on the same level of skin care. After all, she says, the skin of the scalp is connected to the face...
L'Oréal launches ‘make up testing app’ at Cannes festival
With its red carpets pushing fashion and cosmetics products under the public gaze alongside the films, the Cannes films festival is a savvy choice for the launch of Paris-based L'Oréal’s latest beauty app.