Japanese confectionery maker Ezaki Glico has announced it has developed its first skin care line for the cosmetics market featuring glycogen, a carbohydrate said to be beneficial in retaining skin moisture.
According to the latest findings from market researcher Lucintel, the global packaging industry is expected to reach an estimated $133 billion in 2017, growing at a CAGR of 5.3 percent over the next five years.
Cosmetics titan L’Oréal is using the strong strategic importance and solid foundation it has in India as a gateway to other markets in Asia-Pacific and beyond.
Japanese ingredients player Ajinomoto has announced a joint venture with Indonesia-based chemical company PT Lauatan which will produce a range of amino acids produced for personal care products.
The Cosmetics Devices & Drugs Authority in Sri Lanka has issued a statement warning that more than half of the cosmetics used by the public are illegal and could contain harmful ingredients.
Scientists in Taiwan have developed a simple and rapid CD-CE method by chemometric experimental design to analyze seven hydroxy acids in cosmetic products.
Next month may see a group of new leaders taking up the government hot seats in Beijing, a change that could affect sales of luxury cosmetics and fragrances which are traditionally given as 'gifts' in the business world.
This year's Cosmoprof Asia event has a stronger than ever conference program that will be featuring a specific segment on how the best ways to target the fast-growing China market.
The Indian government’s decision this month to allow 100 percent Foreign Direct Investment in single brand retail, will be beneficial to the fast moving consumer goods sector, with cosmetics poised to pounce.
With its experience in electronics and electrical products, Jackel Beauty's latest heated cosmetic device has been developed specifically for the Asia Pacific market in an effort it says to keep up with demand for beauty applications on the region.
The State Food and Drug Administration is seeking public comments on its third list of cosmetic ingredients to be included in the Inventory of Existing Cosmetic Ingredients in China (IECIC).
Although Asian cosmetic and personal care companies have embraced the issue of sustainability, Organic Monitor director Amarjit Sahota believes that the social and economic impact are being overlooked.
Korea-based cosmetics manufacturer AmorePacific is aiming to be one of the largest beauty brands in the world in over the next eight years, following domination of its domestic market.
In a frank discussion with the head of the Toiletry and Fragrance Association in Singapore, Dr. Alain Khaiat reveals he has doubts as to how soon Chinese officials will be able to implement an alternative to animal testing.
The emerging markets are all the rage for cosmetics manufacturers at present and this is no different for direct seller Avon as it targets growth in India to try and revive what has been a tough financial period for the company.
Global cosmetics giant L’Oréal has singled out the Asian markets as key to growth for the company, highlighting the number of big players targeting the region.
The organisers of beauty show Cosmoprof Asia expect it to be a big success following a nine per cent growth in exhibition space, and a focus on the key trends, such as nanotechnology use in skin care.
UK-based natural cosmetics ingredients maker Oat Cosmetics says it is advancing the global distribution of its product line to Australia on the back of continued growth.
Global safety science company UL has announced the acquisition of ICQ Global, a consumer product testing provider with presence in the cosmetics industry across Europe, Asia and the US, in a bid to extend its global reach in consumer product testing.
The Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics’ Leaping Bunny program has received backing from cosmetics players and can benefit further from big brand backing in its bid to end animal testing in the cosmetics industry.
Although many segments of the cosmetics industry are levelling off, the area of men’s grooming is actually reporting strong sales growth. In light of this Cosmetics Design takes a look at what’s driving the segment so far in 2012...
Many brands struggle with entry into the complex cosmetics market in Asia due to distribution issues, but natural personal care brands are now turning to concept stores in a more direct approach.
Cosmetics Design is extending its coverage of the global cosmetics and personal care industry to the Asia Pacific region with the launch of its first ever Cosmetics Design Asia newsletter in the first week of September.
Direct selling in Europe could hold the key to riding out the recession for those cosmetic companies involved as a new report highlights the upward trend that is expected to last the course.
Johnson & Johnson has formally announced that it is to remove a number of potentially dangerous chemicals from its US formulation portfolio by the end of 2015.
Cosmetics that are ‘certified organic’ are beginning to shine in the consumer goods sector as rising consumer interest in long term care sees the market expected to chart strong growth in the next three years.
This year’s in-cosmetics event, taking place in Bangkok 6 – 8 November, will feature a number of new and additional features, including the biggest workshop programme to date and two industry awards.
The China State Food and Drug Administration has approved a third new ingredient, ‘Phenylethyl Resorcinol’, since taking on the responsibilities of cosmetics management from the Ministry of Health since 2008.
As growth potential starts to wane in some of the faster developing markets in Asia, South Korea may show more promise to international players wishing to tap into high growth potential.
The Japanese company announced it has bought 25 percent of Biogenic, a firm specializing in cosmetic material technologies in an effort to expand into the cosmetics industry.
The tenth Cosmoprof North America show reported a healthy 9 percent rise in visitors to the Mandalay Convention Center in Las Vegas compared to last year.
In a recent report, the FDA has revealed that issues relating to cosmetics and cosmetic-like drug products were amongst those discussed at a recent Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR) meeting.
Cosmoprof North America, one of the biggest industry events in the Americas, will open its doors in Las Vegas this weekend and the Cosmetics Design team will be there to report on all that’s new.
With China poised to accept its first ever non-animal test method for cosmetics by late summer, Dr. Brian Jones of the Institute for In Vitro Sciences (IIVS) says don’t be surprised by how quickly the autorities accept and implement more.
The global consumer packaging company has announced the proposed sale of its Cosmetics, Toiletries and Household care products (CTH) business for $709m (€562m at current exchange rates).
The specialty chemicals distributor and provider of market expansion services has teamed up with Induchem, a Swiss cosmetic manufacturer to further develop its presence on the Chinese market.
The China State Food and Drug Administration has published a second batch of ingredients for consultation in an inventory of existing cosmetic ingredients (IECIC).
It appears the market for lip care products has weathered the recent economic downturn as the global market dominates in Europe and has been estimated to reach $1.9 billion (€1.5 bn) by 2017.
The brand well known in the US, UK, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Singapore and the Middle East has come under fire due to its decision to move into the Chinese market, despite its conflicting animal testing policy.
Taiki Group claims it has solved the largest safety concern women have in make-up application – the eyes - with ‘EcoG+’, an application that contains an antimicrobial resin said to eliminate preservatives in mascara formulas.
According to beauty from within expert Mai Nygaard, as beverages take up the position of biggest trend within the sector, consumers are more likely to embrace a beauty food if it comes from a cosmetic manufacturer they already trust in.
Having amassed a dominant share in the Indian men’s cosmetics market, fairness creams are emerging as a key trend in the country according to a new market report.
The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) in China has released the results of its study into hair dyes and cosmetics in the market, and has found that all those surveyed meet the national and industrial standards.
Cosmetics Design presents the latest round up of the movers and shakers in the cosmetics industry, including reshuffles at Beiersdorf and L’Oréal, and appointments at Shiseido and AkzoNobel.
The personal care industry in China makes important contributions to research and development, employment of women, environmental sustainability, charitable contributions, and international trade, according to a study by PricewaterhouseCoopers.
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