Due to drawbacks in the use of salicylates in fragrance and perfume products, scientists have identified and researched credible alternative compounds that perform effectively.
Certain scents have the power to bring back vivid memories and perfume manufacturer Givaudan has delved into that concept by designing a unique line of fragrances catered to an Alzheimer or dementia sufferer to act as memory prompts.
Fragrance firm Givaudan has taken strides towards developing its output in Asia-Pacific as it outlines plans to open a Fragrance Creative Center and Compounding Facility in Singapore next year.
In a world in which waste is becoming an ever greater problem, packaging comes under the spotlight as one of the biggest contributors, and with the beauty industry being no stranger to the sustainability question, one packaging firm believes it may have...
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.
Driven by the demand for ambergris alternatives in the perfume industry, scientists have developed a new sustainable technology for producing large quantities of a substitute for the world’s most treasured fragrance ingredient.
Flavor and fragrance supplier Symrise is planning further expansion of its perfume oil production in China, highlighting the company’s dedication to strengthening its presence in the region.
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 the global fragrance market expected to reach $15.7 billion by 2017, Cosmetics Design takes a look at what brands have been enjoying the sweet smell of success so far in 2012.
A research centre in Thailand has developed a slow release technology for the fragrance industry that could be adapted for perfume and cosmetic applications.
Emerging demand from developing markets and the growing importance of personal appearance and grooming among consumers will drive the fragrance and perfume market according to a new report.
Japan-based fragrance and flavours player Takasago is targeting global industry-leading growth in the Indian cosmetic and personal market in an effort to grow its business worldwide.
In a bid to extend its position in emerging markets, Symrise has recently finalized two acquisitions, the Brazilian activities of fragrance manufacturer Belmay and natural perfume oil company, Trilogy Fragrances.
Inter Parfums has entered into a 13 year worldwide license agreement with fellow French firm La Maison Repetto for the creation, development and distribution of fragrances under the latter’s ‘Repetto’ brand.
Since the dawn of advertising it has utilised sexual imagery in to sell products, and when it comes to fragrance products it seems money certainly talks as companies are prepared to take the risk and push the boundaries, due to the age-old idea that ‘sex...
US ingredients company Beneo has introduced a candy to the European market which it claims incorporates body fragrance, working from the inside out, which according to a Datamonitor analyst, is one of the most innovative products to hit the shelves.
The growing trend towards consumer urbanization, higher spending propensity and the increased importance of personal appearance and grooming is set to drive the global fragrance and perfumes market, a new report by Global Industry Analysts (GIA) has revealed.
Symrise has opened the doors of its perfumery school in India as it aims to educate and nurture a new talent pool of junior perfumers and expand their competence in what it sees as a growth market.
Flavours and fragrance giant Symrise has reported very strong sales growth in the first nine months of the year, driven by outstanding gains in emerging markets.
Global beauty company, Coty, has announced it has signed a licensing agreement with Calvin Klein to develop and market a new color cosmetics line, due to be launched in 2012.
Switzerland-based flavour and fragrance company Firmenich revealed in its 2010 sustainability report that it is establishing four new sustainability partnerships.
Strong Burberry fragrance sales have helped Inter Parfums deliver record second quarter net sales of approximately $107.8m (€83.5m), an increase of 21.6 percent on the prior year period.
New Jersey-based Artiste Flavor Essence has forged a strategic alliance with Malaysia-based Bestino Natural Oils to source a number of naturally derived fragrances.
Travelling the world looking for rare and endangered fragrant plants has been the life’s work of Givaudan fragrance chemist Roman Kaiser, who has investigated thousands of species.
Flavour and fragrance ingredients manufacturer and supplier, Treatt, said its Group results for the six months period ending 31 March 2010 were ‘satisfactory’ in light of current economic conditions.
LVMH reported better than expected results, with Christian Dior fragrance doing well and robust sales in China making up for weakness in other business areas.
LVMH group reported flat reported sales for its first quarter, despite the performance of its perfumes and fragrance division taking a considerable hit.
International Flavors and Fragrances has announced a new head of global fragrance research, charged with driving innovation and profitability within the division.
UK-based cosmetics company Lush has signed a deal with an
Australian company for the supply of Indian sandalwood for a new
product range based on the oil.
Launched in 'Chloe's apartment' the luxury brand's new fragrance
seeks to push boundaries of expectation in order to reach out to
customers with a clear product concept.
In a move that highlights a commitement to sustainable
development, the French cosmetics industry is poised to start
using a rare Madagascar Orchid that is sustainably sourced.
Following a statement by fragrance company, Coty, earlier this year
that it plans to double in size in the coming five years, the
company has announced the incorporation of Coty Prestige Japan K.K
in a bid to further cement its lead...
Gerresheimer chose the recent Cosmoprof event in Bologna, Italy, to
unveil the latest in glass flacon packaging, including a new
textured black glass that taps into innovative technology.
Japanese scientists at the International Medical Center of Japan
say they have successfully undertaken a co-operative development
program with Sekisui Chemical company to extract vanilla fragrance
from cow dung.
Axilone is tapping into the resources of its newly established
plastic and metal components packaging facility in China to supply
the needs of the cosmetic and toiletry market in the United States.
In Brazil, the State University of Campinas, Unicamp, has developed
a new test to identify pirate of fake perfumes, a problem that
costs the industry millions in lost revenues every year.
Cosmeeting will open its doors in North Paris next week. Promising
to be a bigger and more international event, the third annual show
will include over 400 beauty brands from 28 different countries and
the CosmeticsDesign.com team...
Hong Kong-based conglomerate Hutchinson Whampoa has made a £221.9
million offer for the Merchant Retail Group, a UK specialist
perfume retailer. The deal will see AS Watson, Hutchinson Whampoa's
retail division, take on one of...
French cosmetic group Inter Parfums is aggressively going at the
male personal care market following its joyful experiences in
pampering men with beauty products.
Inter Parfums has announced a worldwide license agreement with
Lanvin to create, develop and distribute fragrance lines under the
Lanvin brand name over the next 15 years.
US beauty group Coty is targeting the teen market with the roll-out
of its first fragrance range under the Chupa Chups label. Created
by independent designer Emmanuel Fenasse, glass bottles are encased
in brightly-coloured plastic...
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