Perfume poised to perform in emerging markets with product launches and demand increasing
21-May-2013 - A lot is expected from the emerging markets in the cosmetics industry, and the global perfume segment is no exception, as under-penetration and innovative product launches are tipped to drive the market.
Expert forecasts state of luxury packaging segment
21-May-2013 - As the Chinese cosmetics market becomes increasingly desirable for international brands, knowledge of evolving consumer behaviour is invaluable to those investing in the region. Here; Renee Hartmann, co-founder of 'China Luxury Advisors' gives an insightful overview of the market.
Successfully transfering your brand across languages and borders
20-May-2013 - At the most recent LuxePack event in New York, packaging experts outlined how a brand can best translate itself across language and culture borders. Here, Cosmetics Design highlights the key steps the industry can take to maximize its efforts in this area.
2013's Top 5 CosmeticsDesign-Europe stories so far...
17-May-2013 - The year is already in its fifth month and the cosmetics industry in Europe has had a busy 2013 with new innovations, new trends and an animal testing ban being introduced. Here, CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com takes a look at the top 5 stories of the year so far…
Nip+Man = skin care trend driving new men's product launch
16-May-2013 - Tapping into the booming men’s grooming market, UK beauty brands Rodial and Nip+Fab have launched Nip+Man, a new face and body care range specifically designed for men.
Growth potential for beauty packagers willing to keep up with dynamic markets
16-May-2013 - As German packager Edelmann gears up to celebrate its centenary, future growth potential is available in new growth markets as brand manufacturers look to meet dynamic consumer demand, it says.
Global personal care polymers market predicted to reach $3.49bn by 2017
16-May-2013 - The market for polymer ingredients used in personal care products is tipped to grow steadily over the coming years to reach $3.49bn by 2017 according to the latest findings from market research firm Lucintel.
Male cosmetics segment continues its craze in South Korea
16-May-2013 - The male grooming market in South Korea is continuing to boom as the modern man becomes ever more concerned with his appearance and is increasingly aware of the benefits associated with a proper beauty regime.
Croda highlights skin hydration benefits of DuraQuench IQ
15-May-2013 - Ingredient supplier Croda used the in-cosmetics event in Paris to showcase new data for its patented skin hydration ingredient, DuraQuench IQ.
Maybelline becomes latest brand to embrace Mega Airless' swirl filling technique
15-May-2013 - Airless packaging specialist Mega Airless has highlighted the benefits of its swirl-filling technology, as Maybelline becomes the latest cosmetics brand to adopt the technique.
Developments in PP bring manufacturing and aesthetic enhancements
15-May-2013 - A joint project between specialty chemical players Milliken and PolyChim has resulted in the development of a homopolymer proplylene (PP) packaging with enhanced aesthetics and manufacturing advantages.
Ashland Care Specialties launches new conditioning polymers for hair care
14-May-2013 - Ashland Care Specialties has expanded its portfolio of conditioning and deposition polymers with the launch of two new cationic solutions: Conditioneze 22 and Conditioneze 37.
Emerging markets drive sales gains for Symrise
14-May-2013 - Flavours and ingredients player Symrise says that the driving force behind its strong market growth during the first financial quarters was the emerging markets.
AAK Personal Care to launch Lipex SheaLight at Suppliers’ Day
14-May-2013 - Ingredients supplier AAK Personal Care is to launch its eco-designed ester, Lipex SheaLight, at the 2013 edition of NYSCC Suppliers’ Day that is taking place in New Jersey over the next two days.
New conference to aid the industry with July 11th Directive
14-May-2013 - Analysts at 'Research and Markets' have designed a conference programme that will address and help simplify the procedures for industry professionals, following the implementation of Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in July.
Dow Chemical reveals the story behind the development of its latest ingredients
14-May-2013 - In this video interview Stéphanie Sandrock-Beunat, global beauty care strategic marketing manager at Dow Chemical, spoke about the continued evolution of the EcoSense portfolio and the reasons behind the development of the latest product launches.
Studies suggest sunscreens provide only partial UV protection against moles
09-May-2013 - Two separate studies carried out by scientists in Europe suggest that chemical sunscreens only provide partial UV protection against moles.
Euromonitor analyst reveals the latest trends in the fast evolving e-commerce category
07-May-2013 - Euromonitor International senior analyst Antonia Branston has spoken about the continued change in the e-commerce platform and how it is evolving to compliment other retail channels, which in turn is making it an increasingly important tool for cosmetic and personal care marketing professionals struggling to improve brand exposure.
BASF discusses first year of Care Creations business and latest ingredients launches
07-May-2013 - One year into the birth of BASF's Care Creations business concept, Cosmetics Design caught up with Bettina Jackwerth, head of marketing hair care Europe, to find about its evolution, as well as some of the company's latest ingredients launches.
Medicine Hunter turns to Africa to find new novel naturals for cosmetics
07-May-2013 - For many, the ‘Medicine Hunter’ Chris Kilham has been venturing into the world’s wild vegetation zones in an on-going search for botanicals that may have therapeutic, nutritional or wellness benefits.