Symrise, the Germany-based fragrance and flavourings manufacturer,
has recently opened a Sensory and Consumer Science Centre in
Singapore, in order to assist with its expansion into the
growing Asian market.
A new set of global guidelines has been developed for the
identification of a hazardous microorganism as the discovery of
high levels of bacteria in mascara in Hong Kong highlights the
problem of inadequate safety procedures.
Tainted toothpaste has turned up among the supplies of a luxury
provider of toiletries for international hotels, taking the Chinese
toothpaste scare beyond the gray market.
A Singaporean company takes natural personal care to a new level
with the release of a herbal feminine wash promising to gently
cleanse the 'intimate area', protecting it from infections whilst
helping to tighten weakened...
Strong growth in the male cosmetics market in the UK is being
driven by premium fragrance sales and product innovation, despite a
slump in shampoo sales, according to the latest market
research.
A study undertaken by the government-run Associated Chambers of
Commerce and Industry (Assocham) indicates that there is
significant growth potential for marketers of personal care
products in rural and semi-rural India.
Mozambican authorities have seized counterfeit toothpaste that may
contain a potentially deadly ingredient used in anti-freeze,
further contributing to a fast-growing global scare.
US retail outfit Target announces the long awaited restock of Boots
No 7 Restore and Renew, the much sought after anti-ageing product;
highlighting the international success of the UK's leading health
and beauty store.
China has recently announced a ban of diethylene glycol, the toxic
ingredient found in the widely banned toothpaste - representing one
of a number of moves attempting to reassure its export market.
The financial burden of setting-up a production plant in China has
forced the owners of a cosmetics packaging firm to call in the
administrators and sell the business.
A leading Filipino personal care player has announced its aim to
expand further into international markets for natural-based
products; a move it hopes to fund through its share flotation.
Adopting a holistic approach to skin care, a UK company has
released a range of products targeting the growing number of UK
consumers who are seeking health and wellness qualities from their
personal care products.
