Cosme Tech 2013 to include keynotes on regulation and marketing

23-May-2013 - Next month’s Cosme Tech 2013 event will include bi-lingual key note conference presentations that will focus on the challenges of regulating and marketing products in the Japanese market.

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...

China holds potential for foreign cosmetics brands as consumers prioritise beauty

21-May-2013 - The economic growth in China slowed slightly from a GDP of 9.2 percent in 2011 to 7.8 percent in 2012, however this has not stunted consumers’ will to tackle beauty...

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...

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...

Cosmetics & Science Conference 2013 gears up for India launch in Mumbai

14-May-2013 - Launching for the first time in India and taking place in Mumbai from June 6-7, Cosmetics and Science 2013 is a two-day conference designed to shed light on challenges and...

As beauty boxes take off in Asia Pacific, researcher raises questions over potential

13-May-2013 - Beauty boxes have gained considerable ground in the North America and European markets, but as the trend starts to proliferate in the Asia Pacific region, one expert asks how viable...

A busy week for the US cosmetics industry...

13-May-2013 - Three industry events will be battling for the limelight this week in the New York area, including the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, NYSCC Suppliers Day and Luxe Pack.

Cosme Tech 2013 lifts lid on the huge Japan market

09-May-2013 - One of Japan's biggest yearly industry events, Cosme Tech 2013, will again open its doors in Tokyo at the end of June, showcasing both Japanese and international innovations.

Report notes India and China amongst strongest players in the industry

09-May-2013 - According to the latest research from market analyst Global TGI, India and China have come to be amongst the cosmetics industry's most important players due to continuous economic growth and...

Report predicts baby care emerging as a lucrative market

07-May-2013 - According to a report by market researcher RNCOS, the Indian baby care sector is estimated to be INR 647.6 billion (US $11.91 billion) in 2012, and is forecasted to register a...

New Zealand organic skin care brand expands into Europe

02-May-2013 - Organic skin care line Plantæ has made the jump from New Zealand to the European market after securing a distribution deal in the United Kingdom.

BB,CC,DD creams - What’s next from Asia?

25-Apr-2013 - From whitening to BB/CC creams and TCM ingredients, the Asian markets are now more than ever providing new sources of inspiration and development to western markets. Here, Cosmetics Design speaks to the...

Skin care still the category driving the strongest cosmetics growth

24-Apr-2013 - It is the largest segment in terms of size and value in the cosmetics and toiletries market, and skin care will continue to add significant growth in the future thanks...

Induchem anti-ageing ingredient scoops top prize at in-cosmetics

24-Apr-2013 - Swizterland—based Induchem took top prize at the in-cosmetics Innovation Zone Best Ingredient award, with its newly launched anti-ageing ingredient Neodermyl.

Now it is time to put DD cream on your radar

22-Apr-2013 - The evolution of the BB cream category has been nothing short of incredible, giving way to the CC cream category. But now US-based Julep is set to launch what is...

Heads are now turning to Asia for cosmetics innovation

15-Apr-2013 - As economic growth in Asia-Pacific gives many countries in the region new-found wealth, this is translating into a plethora of increasingly sophisticated products that are turning the heads of international...

Singapore online cosmetic retailer secures investment for Pan-Asian expansion

11-Apr-2013 - Singapore-based online cosmetic retailer Luxola says it has secured investment that will help it to expand into other markets in the fast-growing Southeast Asia market.

Global Cosmeceuticals market to reach $31.84 billion by 2016

11-Apr-2013 - According to market researcher, Global Information (GII), the global cosmeceuticals market should reach $31.84 billion by 2016 with huge potential among the Asian countries, such as Japan, China, and India,...

L’Oréal hot on the heels, but Olay still most valuable cosmetics brand

10-Apr-2013 - 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...

News in brief

P&G launches the bar soap your man can smell like

10-Apr-2013 - 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...

China market continues to power ahead, but remains fragmented

08-Apr-2013 - Although the China cosmetics and personal care market continues to grow at double digit figures, the market remains fragmented, according to latest market research.

And the plan is to make next year’s PCHi even bigger!

08-Apr-2013 - Reed Sinopharm Exhibitions has confirmed that last month’s PCHi in Guangzhou was by far the biggest to date and is planning to top the records with next year’s event in...

Plant stem cell technology tipped to take off

03-Apr-2013 - Plant stem cell technology is expected to help propel the global cosmeceutical market forward over the coming years, according to the latest report from RNCOS.