Developments in the nanotechnology area so far in 2012...

29-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics Design takes a look at the ever evolving area of nanotechnology, reporting its developments so far in 2012...

France bans use of chloroacetamide in cosmetics

29-Jun-2012 - The French National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health products (ANSM) has announced it has banned the production, import and export of cosmetics containing chloroacetamide.

Natural and organic trends so far in 2012 ...

28-Jun-2012 - As sales demand for cosmetic and toiletries are forecasted to rise by 5.0 percent per year to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at developments...

Lush award of over €300,000 to go to 'excellence' in animal testing alternative area

28-Jun-2012 - The global cosmetics company is to reward efforts towards replacing animal use in product safety testing with a ‘Lush prize’ of £250,000 (€312,000) set to be divided between five categories...

Study finds baby washes cause false positives for marijuana in infants

27-Jun-2012 - A new study in North Carolina has suggested that a number of skin cleansers cause newborns to mistakenly test positive for exposure to marijuana. 

EU launches project to quantify nanoparticles in cosmetics

27-Jun-2012 - The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) has launched a SMART-NANO consortium, a four year project to develop a new technology platform to measure engineered nanoparticles in consumer products.

Scientists discover sustainable chemical extraction from citrus peel for cosmetics use

26-Jun-2012 - Scientists in the UK have developed a sustainable way to extract chemicals from citrus peel which could become particularly appealing for cosmetic manufacturers.

Skin research sees Beiersdorf utilize active to treat pigmentation in new skin care range

26-Jun-2012 - Beiersdorf brand Eucerin has launched a new line of skin care products to treat pigmentation following promising research into a brightening active ingredient.

Death of the metrosexual? Kline claims male grooming is more mainstream

26-Jun-2012 - The growing popularity of male grooming products in 2012 has taken the category into the mainstream and could see the term ‘metrosexual’ become obsolete according to market analyst Kline.

Looking within: BFW trends so far in 2012...

26-Jun-2012 - With the global beauty from within market set to reach sales figures as high as €4 billion by 2015, Cosmetics Design rounded up the trends the nutricosmetics sector has seen...

Europe dominates global lip care as market booms

26-Jun-2012 - It appears the market for lip care products has weathered the recent economic downturn as the global market dominates in Europe and has been estimated to reach $1.9 billion (€1.5 bn) by 2017.

Industry progress with social media so far in 2012…

25-Jun-2012 - With a recent poll finding a company's social media activity makes them appear more ‘accessible and responsive’ with US consumers, Cosmetics Design takes a look at how far the industry...

Exclusive interview

Further understanding of hair follicles leads to breakthrough for L’Oréal scientist

22-Jun-2012 - Studies into the consumer perception of hair loss has led to the revelation that it is in fact hair density that is diminishing and this has opened up a whole...

L’Oréal to launch new active to increase hair density

21-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics maker L’Oréal will launch a new active ingredient in September that awakens dormant hair and enhances hair density, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com can reveal.

Urban Decay comes under fire as it moves into Chinese market

21-Jun-2012 - The brand well known in the US, UK, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Singapore and the Middle East has come under fire due to its decision to move into the Chinese...

Mibelle Biochemistry expert unveils ‘eco-breakthrough’ technology at Rio+20

21-Jun-2012 - Mibelle Biochemistry's Dr. Fred Zülli presented what the company calls an 'eco-breakthrough' in the development of active ingredients with its PhytoCellTec Concept technology at Rio+20 on Tuesday.

Sun care need for formula protection driving airless pack market

20-Jun-2012 - The global trend to packaging premiumisation has spread to the sun care segment, in both mass and prestige, with airless packs taking centre stage.

Procter & Gamble forms part of global pledge to switch to sustainable PET

20-Jun-2012 - Procter & Gamble has formed a global pledge to invest resources into the development of plant-based PET for use in the packaging of its personal care products and other consumer...

Anti-aging still driving skin care market with US women winning the face-off

20-Jun-2012 - American women are the most likely to use anti-aging facial creams in a bid to hold back the signs of aging and preserve an image of beauty, according to new...

News in brief

HSI sends ‘white rabbits’ to Brussels to deliver petition to end animal testing

20-Jun-2012 - In its latest attempt to drive animal testing out of the cosmetic industry Humane Society International and Lush Cosmetics will send 27 ‘white rabbits’ to deliver a 350,000-signature petition to...

Cosmetics sector to be affected by slowdown in chemical production

20-Jun-2012 - According to a European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) report, chemical production in Europe is to come to a standstill in 2012 due to the continent's debt crisis which will no doubt...

Lubrizol seals deal to acquire Lipotec

20-Jun-2012 - Specialty chemicals company Lubrizol has reached an agreement to acquire ingredients supplier Lipotec SA and its cosmetic actives business.

Darker skin does not make sun exposure safer says L’Oréal

19-Jun-2012 - As summer approaches and sun protection becomes a more prominent issue, beauty behemoth L’Oréal has completed a research project aimed at increasing awareness of the risks of skin cancer and...

UEBT summit focuses on increasing importance of emerging markets

19-Jun-2012 - This year’s ‘Beauty of Sourcing with Respect Conference’ hosted by the Union for Ethical BioTrade focused on emerging market trends as they become increasingly influential in areas like sustainability.

Scientific review raises concerns over adulteration of grapefruit seed extract used in cosmetics

18-Jun-2012 - The American Botanical Council (ABC) has published a scientific literature review stating that the majority of products containing grapefruit seed extracts, such as cosmetics, may be adulterated with synthetic additives.

Quadpack to unveil the latest in make-up packaging trends in Paris

16-Jun-2012 - International cosmetics packaging provider Quadpack is to unveil two new developments at the ‘Make Up’ event in Paris next month.

Taiki claims industry first in resin that eliminates preservatives in mascara formulas

16-Jun-2012 - Taiki Group claims it has solved the largest safety concern women have in make-up application – the eyes - with ‘EcoG+’, an application that contains an antimicrobial resin said to eliminate...

Nail polish is the new lipstick effect, says Euromonitor

16-Jun-2012 - Last month Cosmetics Design caught up with Euromonitor’s Irina Barbalova at the in-cosmetics event in Barcelona to find out what trends were prevalent in beauty in 2011 and if the future looks bright...

Research centre develops slow release technology for fragrance industry to extend scent life

15-Jun-2012 - A research centre in Thailand has developed a slow release technology for the fragrance industry that could be adapted for perfume and cosmetic applications.

Reuters special report guides brands on avoiding pitfalls in Asia

15-Jun-2012 - Market research firm Reuters has compiled a special report on how multinational companies can develop successful brand strategies in South Korea and how they can avoid potential pitfalls that minimise profitability, dilute...

Unilever proposes 500 job cuts in UK with hair care factories hit hard

15-Jun-2012 - The Anglo-Dutch consumer goods giant has announced plans to cut up to 500 jobs in Britain as well as outsourcing certain posts to India as part of its latest restructuring programme.

Spotting the skin care trends so far in 2012

14-Jun-2012 - According to Euromonitor expert Irina Barbalova, the industry has seen a definitive shift in skin care product positioning which can be seen through "category cross overs, multitasking, multi-functionality and generally...

“There is a lack of info in the US on what constitutes organic” says Ecocert

13-Jun-2012 - This was the belief of Ecocert’s spokesperson Vincent Morel on the current state of the US cosmetics market on defining an organic product. Following its acquisition of Indiana Certified Organic...

Beauty manufacturers need to embrace the internet to boost eCommerce sales

13-Jun-2012 - Internet shopping and online research use for beauty products is fast becoming a common practice for consumers giving suppliers a major opportunity to increase their eCommerce sales.

Animal testing alternative EU lab receives CLP accreditation

13-Jun-2012 - The European Union Reference Laboratory for alternatives to animal testing (EURL ECVAM) has received a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) accreditation from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) for...

Pack Peek: Cosmetics packaging at a peek

13-Jun-2012 - This gallery takes a look at some of the news and highlights in personal care packaging, focusing on what is trending, and how cosmetic firms are kitting out their latest...

Symrise invests 16 million in headquarters to meet demand in emerging markets

12-Jun-2012 - Germany-based fragrance and flavour supplier Symrise has announced the completion of a €16 million investment at its Holzminden headquarters to meet demand for synthetic menthols in emerging markets.

Shining the light on sunscreen innovations and developments so far in 2012

12-Jun-2012 - So far it’s been another big year for the sunscreen segment as consumer awareness on the benefits of sun protection increased, the use of products in Europe went up, prompting numerous...

Cosmetics on the rise in Russia following recession

12-Jun-2012 - The cosmetics and personal care market in Russia is slowly recovering following the recession as premium sales grow and manufacturers continue to exploit natural claims.

PCPC hits back at EWG sunscreen allegations

11-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics trade association the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has responded to the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) allegations that retinyl palmitate and oxybenzone found in sunscreen formulations are unsafe.

China invests in Dutch additives firm Siveele

08-Jun-2012 - Dutch food additives firm Siveele will benefit from considerable investment in the business from Chinese manufacturer Pangbo Biological Engineering, with preservatives being one focus for future development.

UK scientists unlock cocoa's health potential for the nutricosmetic market

08-Jun-2012 - Scientists at biotechnology firm Lycotec are offering an up to date development for anti-ageing nutricosmetic products by discovering a way to modify chocolate from its cocoa flavanols - an essential factor...

Indena on the environmental standard trail

07-Jun-2012 - Milan head-quartered plant extract specialist, Indena, has been granted the ISO14001 certification for its Tours production site in France, marking the second for its five production sites.

News in brief

Neopac develops sun packaging for Gerda Spillmannun

07-Jun-2012 - Swiss company Gerda Spillmann has announced it has chosen Neopac’s Polydose packaging for its latest sun protection product.

Voice of the Industry

“A trusted cosmetics brand is more likely to succeed as a nutricosmetic,” says industry expert

07-Jun-2012 - According to beauty from within expert Mai Nygaard, as beverages take up the position of biggest trend within the sector, consumers are more likely to embrace a beauty food if it...

Croda develops cost-effective sunscreen filter in line with new regulations

07-Jun-2012 - Ingredients supplier Croda has developed its latest range of Solaveil ABC sunscreen filters in line with the new FDA regulations, ensuring it remains cost-effective for its customers.

BASF to unveil aroma chemicals portfolio at WPC

06-Jun-2012 - BASF has announced it is to exhibit a line of aroma chemical products and roll out a global launch of L-Menthol and DL-Menthol at the World Perfumery Congress next week...

SEPPIC develops skin care kit based on marketing trends

06-Jun-2012 - SEPPIC has kept with the latest skin care trends to develop its new Apothi'Care range, inspired by fashion decor and industrial trends.

Skin whitening trend driving male cosmetic market in India

06-Jun-2012 - Having amassed a dominant share in the Indian men’s cosmetics market, fairness creams are emerging as a key trend in the country according to a new market report. 

European Commission holds third edition of nanomaterial safety meeting

05-Jun-2012 - In a joint effort to address safety issues and regulatory challenges in nanomaterials, the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) and co-ordinators of four European FP7 projects has hosted another...

Moisturizing the number one product claim for nanotechnology in cosmetics

05-Jun-2012 - Moisturizing or hydrating is the number one claim made about new nanotechnology cosmetics product launches, according to market analyst Mintel.

Body Shop crusade to end animal testing rolls out to Austria, Germany and Switzerland

05-Jun-2012 - The Body Shop has continued its commitment to ending animal testing in the cosmetics industry, stretching its call out to Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Hair dyes and cosmetics meet safety standards in China says AQSIQ

05-Jun-2012 - The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) in China has released the results of its study into hair dyes and cosmetics in the market, and has found...

Cosmetics industry makes important social and economic contribution in China, says study

01-Jun-2012 - The personal care industry in China makes important contributions to research and development, employment of women, environmental sustainability, charitable contributions, and international trade, according to a study by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

NatureWorks claims first in Germany to receive dual sustainability certifications

01-Jun-2012 - NatureWorks, has announced it is the first company in Germany to achieve certification from the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification Association (ISCC) and the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy...

BASF launches new Care Creations website

01-Jun-2012 - Following on from the recent launch of its Care Creations personal care concept, BASF has launched a website that showcases the ideas behind it to both formulation professionals and journalists.

People on the move: cosmetics jobs

01-Jun-2012 - Cosmetics Design presents the latest round up of the movers and shakers in the cosmetics industry, including reshuffles at Beiersdorf and L’Oréal, and appointments at Shiseido and AkzoNobel.