With the anti-aging sector poised for rapid growth amongst an industry forecasted to rise to $9.9 billion in the US in 2016, Cosmetics Design takes a look at advances within the sector so far in 2012.
American women are the most likely to use anti-aging facial creams in a bid to hold back the signs of aging and preserve an image of beauty, according to new market research.
Nanoparticles containing chitosan could be used as an effective ingredient in anti-aging skin care products, after research showed its antimicrobial and skin regeneration properties.
US biotech company Solazyme has developed its alguronic acid anti-aging ingredient with plans to launch it later this year, having signed two US and international launch agreements.
Directs sales anti-aging skin care specialist Nu Skin says that its most recent quarterly results show sales growth despite the slow retail environment.