The modern man is concerned with his appearance and is increasingly aware of the benefits associated with a proper beauty regime and this, in turn, is driving the growth of the global men’s grooming market.
An Australian entrepeneur claims consumers have dubbed his new herbal lotion as the 'Viagra for the hair’ after trying the tonic that claims to promote hair growth by naturally appeasing DHT; a hormone found to stunt hair growth in men.
Despite a challenging macro-economic environment, Dabur India reported strong volume-driven growth across all its key categories; with skin and hair care both contributing to the double digit growth.
There seems to be continued talk in the cosmetics industry of the proposed animal testing ban that comes into place on March 11, 2013, and whilst it has been a long time coming, it represents a huge step, according to Cruelty Free International.
Hair care manufacturer PZ Cussons has seen business in the UK and Asia boost profits for the first half of the year, but there are big concerns over poor performance in its key African market.
Men’s natural skin care firm Bulldog has continued to roll its products out into new markets across the world; this time targeting South Korea, as the grooming trend grows.
China has imposed anti-dumping duties on the imports of two chemicals widely used as coupling agents for water-based coatings present in cosmetics and other consumer goods from the US and the European Union.
Procter & Gamble has seen a big rise in its profits for the latest quarter, as savings from the company’s restructuring plan start to take effect alongside modest sales growth.
Animal testing on cosmetics is becoming a hot topic in India, as veteran actress Debasree Roy joins a campaign to fight against it and adds to a growing chorus of protests.
The Cosmetics and Science Conference will be looking at key trends, including regulation, R&D and clinical challenges, and is said to be the first dedicated event of its kind to be held in India.
According to various analysts in the Asia-Pacific region, the cosmetics industry in Vietnam, although having established many cosmetics brand names, has been overshadowed by multinational brands, due to a lack of innovation and promotional strategies.
Cosmetics manufacturer Shiseido has developed its latest Zizyphus jujuba fruit extract, commonly known as jujube or red date, that has been proven to help eyelashes grow longer through promoting their growth rate.
Thanks to a strong fourth quarter in the hair care segment, Unilever signed off a good year of growth in Personal Care, as well as its other consumer categories, with the announcement of its full year results.
Sustainable packaging has long been spoken about in the cosmetics industry and whilst one of beauty’s big players has pledged its commitment to the cause, L’Oréal has also reiterated the importance of consumer safety too.
After meeting at a UN forum last week, global governments have agreed on the first legally binding, global treaty to tackle mercury pollution after a recent UNEP report revealed that emissions were on the up particularly in Africa, Asia and South America.
China’s SFDA has notified the world trade organization that there are two new regulations for cosmetic labeling and product instruction, which are to come into place in the region on the 1st of July 2013.
Luxola.com, which is rapidly emerging as one of the biggest online cosmetics retailers in Southeast Asia, has announced the addition of a range of major brands.
The Japan-based Shiseido group has announced the next leg of manufacturing expansion for its American operations as it continues to expand its global footprint.
At a time when mercury emission in consumer products has gone under the spotlight, a Korean consumer watchdog has highlighted the high levels of the toxic chemical found in some whitening cosmetics imported from China.
The Swiss company has joined up with the global supplier of amino acids to develop novel fermentation production routes to develop natural ingredients for application in personal care.
Skin care brand Nivea has taken a trip down memory lane having undergone a redesign based around the classic blue tin from the 1920s incorporating the blue Nivea colour and white Bauhaus lettering onto the capos and closures of its packaging.
Green chemistry innovator GreenCentre has licensed Gemini Surfactant Technology to India-based RAN Chemicals as it looks to make the surfactants market more sustainable.
Hong Kong-based consumer goods group Li & Fung has acquired Lornamead Acquisitions and its subsidiaries for $190 million, securing a significant portfolio of personal care brands.
According to a report published by the United Nations Environment Programme, Asia is the largest regional emitter of mercury in the world, and cosmetics are noted amongst other products as contributing.
The number of Indian members of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) has increased over five times in the last year thanks to greater interest in sustainable palm oil for consumer products, including cosmetics.
Biotech firm Sirona Biochem has released results of an industry standard safety test of its skin lightening compounds that, coupled with previous tests on efficacy, should help the US firm break into the growing market for such products.
Last week, India’s Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) Dr G N Singh met with MP Maneka Gandhi, and now Humane Society International has applauded statesman Ramalinga Reddy for urging swift action to update Indian law to end animal testing of cosmetics.
Sa Sa International Holdings has announced that its sales climbed 20.4 percent reaching $279 million in the last three months leading up to the 31st of December.
L’Oréal has inaugurated a new Mumbai research hub at the end of last week, which is part of plans to target significant growth in the India market, the company says.
IP Resources agrees on Hong Kong licensing deal for stem cell skin care US-based IP Resources has signed a licensing agreement in Hong Kong and Macau for its new stem cell skin care product that aimed at positioning it in the Asia Pacific market.
A Vietnamese scientist has developed a method in which to make Gamma Oryzanol from rice bran, that can then be used in cosmetics and anti-ageing supplements.
The consumer goods maker says that it will separate its Kaya cosmetics business to create an individual division as part of restructuring aimed at sharpening the focus of the business.
The new calendar has seen the continuing growth of one of the biggest trends in South Korea, and it’s not the exuberant, catchy, feel-good viral dance phenomenon unearthed in 2012; but rather the increase in men’s make-up sales.
P&G has announced that its current board director Johnathan Rodgers will not seek re-election, while Terry Lundgren is appointed to the board of directors.
Beauty boxes have revolutionised how consumers shop for beauty products, providing sensory elements to online shopping that was not present in the traditional retail format and this will continue to drive e-commerce.
Avon Cosmetics is looking to secure a bigger portion of the Chinese market in the country this year; and has targeted Malaysia as an integral part of this.
Brazil direct sales cosmetics player Natura has acquired a controlling stake in the Australian personal care AESOP, a deal which also includes the company’s distributor.
New Zealand-based company Golfersskin is expanding its reach in international marketing through the sponsorship of golf tournaments, a strategy that is proving particularly successful in the US.
Market research company has begun the New Year with the appointment of a new Global Skin Care Analyst as it looks to continue to deliver valuable insights in the sector.
Japan-based Shiseido has developed a new technology to display the state of permeation of cosmetic ingredients through the skin after application in terms of depth direction.
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong have published further information on the impact of stem cells on the aging process and found that resveratrol, found in grapes, could delay premature aging.
Newly launched cosmetic company 'Rustic Art' has found success after tapping into the Indian market by utilizing skilled local manufacturers in a bid to cater to the organic domestic market rather than exporting to the West.
Brussels-based chemicals company Solvay has expanded its footprint further in the Indian personal care market, through a deal with local surfactants producer Sunshield Chemicals.
The sale of Rexam Personal Care to Albéa owner Sun Capital Partners has been approved by the Chinese authorities for $459 million (€347m), allowing the French packaging company to expand its market share in cosmetics.
Anglo-Dutch consumer giant Unilever says it is planning to phase out microplastics from a number of its personal care ranges by the year 2015, in response to increasing awareness over environmental concerns.