There are few signs that consumers are switching to cheaper personal care products despite price rises and economic instability, suggests a US market report from Fitch ratings.
Scientists working for organisations backed by the Australian
government say they are working on methods that will turn plants
into 'biofactories', capable of producing oils that can replace
petrochemicals.
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has this week hit back at
the Environmental Working Group (EWG) over allegations it made over
the sunscreen ingredient Oxybenzone.
Hospital authorities in Gothenburg, Sweden, are mulling plans to
ban perfumes and heavily fragranced personal care products in a
move that mirrors similar moves by public authorities in the US.
Xenna Corporation says that its new take on hair relaxers -
a formulation that is in fact chemical free - has led to a
significant rise in demand for the product.
Evonik Goldschmidt, previously known as Degussa Personal Care, has
released a range of plant extracts in an attempt to cash in on the
growing trend for natural cosmetics.
The Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association has changed its
names to the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) in an attempt to
become more consumer orientated.
Materials science company NaturalNano has announced that it has
signed a licensing agreement with the US Naval Research Laboratory
to develop a broad spectrum of controlled-release nanomaterials, a
number of which will touch on both...
Tapping into the fast-growing market for natural cosmetic and
personal care products, Texas-based Alima Cosmetics has received
the BDIH Certified Natural Cosmetics Seal for its line of 240
mineral make-up products.
The market for Halal cosmetics is growing on a global basis, but
nowhere is this trend more pronounced than in the Middle East,
where conscientious consumers are specifically searching out Halal
endorsed products.
A new study carried out by lobby group the Environmental Working
Group (EWG) suggests that a significant number of cosmetic and
toiletry products with a petroleum-base may contain a
cancer-causing impurity called 1,4-dioxane.
EU lawmakers have approved a new chemical law aimed at making
producers and importers of chemicals, used in goods such as
personal care products, prove that the substances they put on the
market are safe for consumers.
This year L'Oreal, the world's largest cosmetic player, increased
its footprint in the naturals and organic market with the purchase
of The Body Shop and Sanoflore - acquisitions that are likely to
lead to further activity...
On the back of its new shipments to Banana Republic stores and
higher Burberry sales, Inter Parfums has reported a 19 per cent
hike in sales, prompting it to increase its outlook for the 2006
financial year.
The Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association (CTFA) has filed
a comprehensive dossier with the FDA outlining the science and
regulation of nanoparticles in personal care products.
In response to growing regulatory legislation on a global level the
organizers of this year's HBA event will hold the first Regulatory
Summit, a day long seminar that will include a panel of
international speakers providing industry-driven...
In an attempt to tap into significant opportunities in the baby
personal care sector bought about by shifting demographics,
Ascendia Brands is relaunching its Baby Magic baby toiletries range
by revamping the brand's image and...
Latest research from US scientists shows that nanoparticles used in
certain sun cream formulations can affect mice brain cells by
upsetting the chemical balance and potentially causing neurological
damage.
Feelgoods International says it is focusing future expansion on the
US market, having developed its name as a provider of facial
cosmetic products in both the Swiss and German markets in Europe.
In France the Advertising Regulation Board (BVP) and the Federation
of Cosmetics, Toiletries and Fragrances (FIP) have re-written
ethical codes governing the advertising of personal care products
in the country.
On the back of consumer awareness about the use of chemicals in
cosmetic and personal care products, the market for natural
cosmetics is said to have grown by a staggering 40 per cent during
2005, as consumers reach for products they...
Tapping into increasing demands for naturally-derived and distinct
fruit aromas, Treatt has launched a new banana aroma adding to its
Treattarome range of fruit, herb and vegetable sourced products.
Gerreshemier says that it will be highlighting a highly diverse
selection of glass beauty packaging concepts at this weeks Perfumes
Cosmetics & Design (PCD) show in Paris, in a move that
highlights manufacturers' demands...
The much heralded 'metrosexualization' of the cosmetics sector is
really happening, as the latest market report points to the
emergence of far more complex and demanding male consumer values.
But fear not, macho values are...
The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association is asking for
comment from industry members on soon-to-be published guidelines
for specific microbiology applications aimed at making personal
care products safer, reports Simon Pitman.
With a constant stream of market reports highlighting the growing
importance of the premium personal care category, Simon
Pitman takes a look at some of the recent launches on the
European market.
Both the CTFA and Colipa have defended their different stands on
the use of phthalates in cosmetics and personal care products in
the light of a new study linking the family of chemicals to birth
defects in baby boys, reports Simon...
Alcan is to purchase a packaging manufacturing site in the
ChineseSuzhou region, which will be equipped to fabricate beauty
and personal care products. The company says the move will better
serve it to and meet fast growing regional...
International beauty firm Avon, has announced it is to launch a
number of cosmetics products marketed exclusively at the male
market - marking a break in a 118 year tradition for the company.
Tom Armitage reports.
As pressure grows on international cosmetics companies to use more
environmentally-friendly ingredients and packaging, a move by the
US-based Organic Trade Association (OTA) to collaborate with
NSF International
on efforts...
