Cosmetic giants Unilever and L’Oreal have hit back at activist group, Centre for Science and Environment over claims that metals like mercury, chromium and nickel are in their products.
Italian pharmaceutical conglomerate Menarini is buying out an established derma-cosmetics product portfolio in an effort to strengthen its operations across various industries in India.
Over the next five years India is expected to be the star performer in the colourants sector which in turn is going to boost the global hair care market posting the fastest growing innovation activity.
Targeting the India market for cosmetic and personal care goods requires a clear strategy that avoids a number of potential pitfalls, claims Anurag Sharma, executive director of Ayurveda-based cosmetics brand Baidyanath.
The Supreme Court in New Delhi has implemented a "cure or care" differentiation to separate medicinal products from cosmetics in a bid to avoid confusion as to when suppliers will need to pay a levy of central excise duties.
Synthetic and uncertified tea tree oil has been flooding the market for years now, and is cropping up in cosmetic products worldwide causing big problems for both consumers and manufacturers, a leading supplier of the ingredient claims.
Cosmetics retailer Sephora is said to be in the process of finding a new franchiser for the Indian markets as a result of on-going 'spats' between its owner LVMH and current partner, Genesis Colors.
A petition has been signed by 11,000 Indians protesting against the sale and import of cosmetics tested on animals, according to Human Society International.
The slowdown in growth of the Indian economy is leading to signs that it is starting to hurt big cosmetic and personal care manufactures, highlighted by Unilever’s recent profit warning.
Beauty behemoth L’Oréal has made its first ever company purchase in India as it looks to strengthen its presence in the professional sector with the acquisition of Cheryl’s Cosmeceuticals.
The Assam government in north-eastern India has increased VAT on cosmetics from 12.5 to 13.5 per cent, which regional industry experts reckon will trigger a knock on effect in terms of price despite the rise only being that of one per cent.
L’Oreal India has selected a new software program which will improve its communications and make it easier for it to manage price points and product launches.
A new Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Bill has been introduced by the Indian government that includes the establishment of a Central Drugs Authority as an overarching body to regulate cosmetics.
The product testing laboratory has become the first in India to be certified as 'LEED Gold' by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) for its sustainable efforts.
As cosmetic consumers continue to demand more marine based products, a recent study has found Japan, China and South Korea to account for 84 per cent of all macroalgae patents whilst the overall cultivation of crops have increased by 7.5 per cent on average...
The Indian division of venture capital company Sequoia Capital has invested in a minority stake in India-based cosmetics and personal care players Vini Cosmetics.
According to the industry researcher, youths spend big on cosmetics - as over 75 per cent of those surveyed reported their branded cosmetic consumption to have gone up by about 65 per cent in last ten years.
According to the consumer complaints council, misleading or false advertising is most rampant in the personal care sector, accounting for more than half the total number of advertisements to have been banned by the ASCI.
Japanese cosmetics maker Shiseido has turned its attention to India’s middle class masstige market having established a wholly-owned subsidiary, Shiseido India Private, in Mumbai.
Renowned colour cosmetics brand Bobbi Brown has opened up its first retail store in New Delhi, India, as part of plans to expand further into in this fast growing market.
Wacker Silicones, a division of the Germany based chemicals company has invested in five new business teams to support sales in the region as it continues towards its goal to strengthen its presence in Asia.
The India Health Ministry’s Drug’s Technical Advisory Board has added a list of six new product categories to schedule S of the drugs and cosmetics act.
The Indian cosmetics industry has launched a campaign whereby it is calling on the government to end legal confusion over regulations governing the sale of imported products in the country.
India has become the first country in South Asia to ban animal testing after the Bureau of Indian Standards approved the removal of any mention of animal tests from the country’s cosmetics standard on Friday.
The developing men’s grooming trend in India and China are driving the global sector according to the latest research by analyst Kline, thanks to greater disposable income raising usage levels.
The Maharashtra government has announced it’s upholding the FDA’s decision to cancel Johnson & Johnson India’s licence to manufacture products from its Mulund facility, following complaints of carcinogenic substances residue in its talcum powder.
As the world continues to go green, the demand for ayurvedic cosmetics particularly in India, is set for an increase in demand as cosmetics featuring natural or herbal components become more important to consumers.
India has been identified as having enormous growth potential for the cosmetics industry and a new report from market researcher Canadean suggests there is no sign of a let up, with fragrance the fastest growing sector.
This is the claim being made by one of the country’s leading Ayurveda experts, who says that many of these products being sold over the counter can actually harm the skin.
Market entry in Asia is often a stumbling block for many and can present cosmetic companies with a number of obstacles to overcome due to different regulatory requirements. Here Cosmetics Design takes a look at some of the main markets and the different...
The brothers of Indian firm, Paras Pharmaceuticals are making their way back into the personal care sector with their own cosmetic brands which experts believe will be fierce competition for the consumer goods company, Marico who bought out the brothers...
Skin lightening has long been a trend in Asia and is set to continue to boost the global market in the next five years, according to Global Industry Analysts’ latest report.
The tactic employed by ingredients suppliers in order to stay one step ahead has developed a much more consumer-led theme in recent years and this is relevant when observing the big players’ approach to Asia.
The Indian markets have become a concern of late as Authorities announce they have seized more fake cosmetics within just weeks of them uncovering a vast amount in raids at two cosmetics godowns in Nageshwar Colony.
Although the market for silicones in the personal and health care market continues to grow, the potential for further expansion is being held back on account of market maturity and environmental concerns, a new market report reveals.
Boots Alliance says that sales of its No 7 Protect and Perfect brand in the United States has given a significant boost to help drive a successful quarter for the retailer and beauty provider, while it is also testing out expansion into the Asia market.
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.
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 increasing consumer spending power.
European brands, in particular Italian cosmetics players are tapping into the Indian markets of late and Officiana Farmaceutica Italiana (OFI) is the most recent brand awaiting a nod from the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) to expand its business...
India has long been a target for many cosmetics and personal care players and it is no different for consumer goods firm Unilever ,which has further invested in its subsidiary in the region.
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 CAGR of around 17 per cent from 2011-2015.
A team of Patna police, alongwith Hindustan Unilever Limited ( HUL) officials, have seized more fake cosmetics of well known brands worth Rs 10 lakh at raids at two cosmetics godowns in Nageshwar Colony.
Johnson & Johnson's licence to manufacture cosmetics at its facility in Mulund, a Mumbai suburb, has been cancelled by Maharashtra’s Food & Drug Administration, following complaints of carcinogenic substances residue in its talcum powder.
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 industry professionals.
Specialty chemicals firm is feeling the benefit of the Asia-Pacific market having given it special focus, culminating in the success and attention its personal care ingredients received recently at the Home and Personal Care Ingredients Exhibition &...
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, which are set to attract major players.
The Mumbai-based pharma player has announced it will be investing Rs 15-20 crore over the next two to three years in a bid to further expand its cosmetics portfolio.
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