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Cosmoprof 2020: What to expect in Bologna in March

Innovations, technologies and brand-new projects for the cosmetic industry will be presented at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2020. From 12 to 15 March with Cosmopack and Cosmo | Perfumery & Cosmetics and from 13 to 16 March with Cosmo | Hair, Nail & Beauty Salon, the leading B2B event in the world dedicated to cosmetics will host experts, opinion leaders, agencies and trend scouts, to share the possible factors that, from now until 2030, will characterize the evolution of beauty worldwide.

Ralf Kuschnereit new Director Global Sales at CLR.

Mr. Ralf Kuschnereit will join CLR as Director Global Sales on 1st February 2020. As part of the current expansion of the CLR business Ralf will work alongside the current Director Global Sales and Marketing, John Lofthouse, and support him in his function. With his background as chemical engineer he has worked for many years … Read more

Evonik acquires phytochemical company in the US

Evonik has concluded a purchase agreement to acquire Wilshire Technologies, with the transaction to be completed by the end of January. Headquartered in Princeton NJ (USA), Wilshire Technologies supplies phytochemicals and derivatives to the global cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. The new home for the cosmetics part of Wilshire’s product portfolio will be in Evonik’s Care … Read more

P&G to acquire Billie

P&G plans to acquire Billie Inc., a growing female body care company committed to better serving women’s beauty and grooming needs. The deal complements P&G’s female grooming portfolio, which includes the Venus, Braun and joy brands, through the combination of strong digital and direct-to-consumer marketing capabilities, a growing range of personal care products, and a … Read more

Beiersdorf invests in K-beauty startup LYCL

Beiersdorf has acquired a significant stake in Seoul-based LYCL Inc., thus becoming the second largest shareholder of the rapidly growing skin care and tech start-up. This investment out of Beiersdorf’s venture fund is a natural fit with the C.A.R.E.+ strategy to win in skin care and drive consumer centricity through digitalisation.  “We see great potential … Read more

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Cosmoprof Bologna presents promtional activies for 2020

The Italian Ministry of Economic Development has confirmed its support for the promotional activities of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, the B2B leading event for the beauty industry, for the 2020 edition, The program is part of all the initiatives aiming at the enhancement of the Made in Italy. The plan is implemented thanks to ITA – … Read more

Stefano Meazza, CEO, Cappardoni about recycling and acquisitions

Stefano Meazza, CEO, Cappardoni, a packaging manufacturer, specialised in packaging for make-up, nail polish, perfume and skin care. Meazza explains what his company’s approach in green packaging is and why he thinks that recycled plastic is the only solution. In addition, he provides details on his company’s acquisition strategy.

Tim Eaves, CEO of Quadpack, talks about the company’s recent acquisitions.

Louvrette, the German specialist manufacturer of acrylic jars and airless systems, now represents 20% of Quadpack’s turnover. As a result of the acquition, Quadpack can now manufacture 30% of the company’s sales in Europe. Tim Eaves also talks about the recent acquisition of the cosmetics packaging part of the German company Inotech.

COSMOPROF ASIA 2019: Ultimate meeting place despite political challenges

The 24th edition of Cosmoprof Asia, an international beauty trade event, concluded its four-day run (12-15 November) at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE) and Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).  2,955 exhibitors coming from 48 countries and regions showcased their new products and services across the two venues’ 118,900 sqm of exhibition area. 24 Country, Region … Read more

Givaudan acquires cosmetics business of Indena

Givaudan has reached an agreement to acquire the cosmetics business of Indena. Headquartered in Milan Italy, Indena is a global company dedicated to the identification, development and production of active ingredients derived from plants, for use in the pharmaceutical, health food and personal care industries.  With almost a century of botanical experience, Indena has developed … Read more

Jean-Yves Bourgeois, CEO, JYB Conseils about recent changes in the packaging industry

What has changed in the packaging industry in the past five years? In his interview with COSSMA, consultant Jean-Yves Bourgeois and co-founder of Luxe Pack and the “MakeUp in…” shows gives his views on the current situation, the latest developments in green, the on-going importance of airless packaging as well as the industry’s continued interest in packaging shows for doing business.

Neyret acquires Seram

The Neyret group, founded in 1823 in France is taking over 100% of Seram and its subsidiaries via its holding company NTH1. After the takeover, both Neyret and Seram will remain independent within the group in order to keep their staff, their specific characteristics and their agility, while enhancing their product ranges through intra-group synergies. … Read more

Coty acquires majority of Kylie Jenner cosmetics

Coty and Kylie Jenner have entered into a long-term strategic partnership in order to jointly further develop Kylie’s existing beauty business into a global brand. Together, both companies will set and lead the strategic direction of the partnership, focusing on global expansion and entry into new beauty categories. Kylie and her team will continue to … Read more

Estée Lauder acquires Dr. Jart+

The Estée Lauder Companies has signed an agreement to acquire the shares that it does not already beneficially own in Have & Be, the Seoul-based, global skin care company behind Dr. Jart+ and men’s grooming brand Do The Right Thing. Expected to close in December 2019, the acquisition follows the company’s December 2015 minority investment … Read more

Henkel to acquire DevaCurl

Henkel has acquired Deva Parent Holdings, from a fund managed by the Private Equity Group of Ares Management Corporation. Deva Parent Holdings owns DevaCurl, a high growth professional hair care business. Founded in 1994, the company offers high-growth, premium hair care and styling products for all types of curly and wavy hair with a comprehensive … Read more

Alessandro Prestini, Owner of Premi, about customisation and award-winning creations

Alessandro Prestini, CEO of Premi explains why he had to transform his father’s fine fragrance business into a business integrating design and packaging, and now targeting the market segments fine fragrance, home fragrance, skin care as well as colour cosmetics. Starting from the company’s main designs, Premi helps customers personalise their product using the company’s multi-material expertise. Prestini also talks about the latest award-winning developments of the company.

Katia de Martino, CEO of Essentia Beauty, about refills as a green option

In the interview with COSSMA, Katia de Martino, Founder and General Manager of Essentia Beauty, reveals that a clever formulator who anticipated all the current skin care trends led to the foundation of the company as a full-service provider from concept to finished product. She explains why she sees refillable products as the key to sustainable products. 

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