Japanese companies Shiseido and Panasonic have formed a joint collaboration, for Panasonic’s Ultrasonic Beauty Device Handy Mist, a portable moisturising device.
The day is finally upon us, SkinCare Ingredients 2011 has arrived and will be the first ever VTS event in the cosmetics industry, taking an in depth look at the latest topics and trend in the skin care category.
Pola Orbis, a leading Japanese cosmetic company, has signed a definitive agreement to buy H20 Plus, a developer of marine-based luxury skin care and hair care products.
June 15 is the date all cosmetic and personal care professionals should be marking on their calendars as this will be the day of the industry’s first ever virtual trade show (VTS).
Research carried out by the Japanese cosmetics company has found that the continuous use of an amino acid derivative can be effective in controlling damage to the skin caused by the protein, serpin b3.
We spoke to L’Oréal’s scientific communication director, Patricia Pinaud to find out more about the objectives behind its newly opened Predictive Evaluation Center.
After making inroads into color cosmetics and skin care through several acquisitions in 2010, fragrance and cosmetics player Coty has said it will look to China and Brazil in 2011 as part of its plan to target high-growth opportunities in emerging markets.
Brands using natural ingredients and antioxidants are likely to help boost sales in the men’s grooming segment in 2011, according to market research company Mintel - proven by the fact that new products with these features were among the best sellers...
P&G has announced an agreement with the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) to focus on research that aims to characterize the systems biology of skin conditions including aging.
The year ahead should see the global market for medicated skin care begin to recover, following on from the challenging conditions experienced in the past two years.
The New Year brings about new trends, and market analyst Mintel has predicted that maintaining biodiversity and focusing on sustainable sourcing in the beauty industry will be key in 2011.
Fragrance and cosmetics manufacturer Coty has announced its plans to purchase a majority stake in TJoy in an attempt to increase its presence in China.
Applying an extract from the leaves of Orthosiphon stamineus, otherwise known as Java tea or Cat’s whiskers, can help reduce sebum production in the skin, reducing shine and decreasing pore size, claim BASF scientists.
Speaking at the annual shareholders meeting, Estee Lauder CFO Fabrizio Fread says the company wants to grow its business by focusing on the Asian skin care market.
Norway-based Aqua Bio Technology (ABT) will supply its bioactive ingredient Zonase X as the key ingredient in a new product line to be launched in January next year by an unnamed Asian manufacturer.
France is the biggest spender on facial skin care in Europe, with French women spending €2.2bn on such products in 2009, according to market research company Mintel.
Some 50 new and emerging international brands are present in the Zoom space at this year’s Beyond Beauty show that is taking place from 12-15 September 2010 in Paris.
Using silica nanoparticles in emulsion systems can help the delivery of active ingredients in cosmetics and dermal drugs, according to researchers in Australia.
While consumer demand for green packaging is growing, it is still of secondary concern compared to the main priorities of simplicity, functionality and personality, according to Benjamin Punchard, head of packaging research at Euromonitor.
Australian biotechnology company Phosphagenics, is to launch its new Elixia skin care range in Australia through an exclusive distribution agreement with Pulse Pharmacies.
Glycolipids produced in abundance by a number of yeast strains exhibit good moisturising properties and can help damaged skin cells recover, according to a recent study by Japanese scientists.
Encapsulating aloe vera extract in liposomes could help it penetrate the skin and enhance its potential as a skin care active, according to a recent study.
Prickly pear seeds, milk extracts, snail serum, bog myrtle and grape stem cells are just a few of the more unusual ingredients that have cropped up this year.
Ellagic acid derived from berries has been shown to be an effective anti-wrinkle treatment, a study by scientists in at Hallym University in South Korea has suggested.
The US market is about to witness the launch of a nanotechnology encapsulated anti-aging skin care system that has already hit other major global markets.
A human skin equivalent from researchers in Queensland may help the Australian cosmetics industry keep up with Europe’s imminent ban on animal testing.
Nu Skin claims to have identified a previously unknown cause of
skin aging that could help the company create products that fight
wrinkles before they appear.
First snail slime, then snake venom, now it is frog skin.
Scientists in South Korea are claiming that a new study has shown
the skin of bullfrogs produces antioxidants that can help fight
human skin aging.
Germany-based Drs. Hans Schreuder is teaming up with China-based
RHEI Pharmaceuticals in a deal that will ensure that its natural
skin care line is distributed throughout fast-growing markets in
Asia.
The highlights of 2007's anti-ageing market include an increase in
natural active ingredients, tapping into the ever growing trend for
natural and organic products.
Industry expert Didier Rase has launched a new men's anti-ageing
skin care range, claimed to be the first to feature a plant derived
ingredient that inhibits testosterone deficiency.
China Bionanometer Industries has launched a new line
of facial mask treatments based on natural active
ingredients derived using biological nanometer technology to
provide enhanced skin moisturizing, smoothening and whitening
A prestige skin care provider is targeting the US market for acne
treatments with the launch of a cosmeutical line comprising a
kit containing four products based on volcanic sulfur and
other ingredients indigenous to Indonesia.
LVMH Recherche, the research arm of French luxury consumer group
LVMH has conducted three tests on European and Japanese adolescent
skin care routines in a bid to develop skin care treatments for
this age group and later in life.
Azure Cosmeceuticals believes it has raised the bar for peptides
with the launch of its new Hydropeptide Transformation Growth
Serum, a product that is said to stimulate skin cell growth.
Moritex, a global supplier of skin counseling products to the
beauty market, has launched a new generation of its highly
MoistSense moisture metre, a device that could help skin care
brands to promote their products at the point of...
Mannatech has launched a new skin care line featuring a proprietary
water technology that means the formulation has no need for any
preservatives - giving it a head start in the increasingly
competitive market for natural-based products.
First there was cosmeceuticals, now there is nutricosmetics. The
big difference is that these products are taken orally to improve
health and beauty, and according to the latest market study, it is
a rapidly-growing category that...
The rise of hyaluronic acid and cheaper supplies from China means
that the anti-aging protein is now starting to be incorporated into
a wider range of skin care products.
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