International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Henkel joins multi-specialty chemical company Solvay’s Sustainable Guar Initiative as a new partner to help more than double the number of Indian farmers involved in this project to 6,500 by 2020. The Sustainable Guar Initiative, implemented by non-profit organization TechnoServe, teaches and promotes sustainable agricultural practices among 3,000 guar bean farmers across twenty villages in … Read more
Shiseido will transfer the prestige skin care brand, RéVive, which is owned by its subsidiary, Shiseido Americas to Tengram Capital Partners. RéVive had been owned by Gurwitch Products which joined Shiseido Group in July 2016 and merged by absorption by Shiseido Americas in December 2016. The Shiseido Group has been promoting a selection and concentration … Read more
Organised by Ecovia Intelligence (formerly known as Organic Monitor), the Sustainable Beauty Awards give recognition to organisations pushing the boundaries of sustainability in the beauty industry. From over 100 entries, a winner and runner-up were selected for each award category. Green Formulations Alteya Organics (Bulgaria) is winner with its Rose Jasminium product range. The certified … Read more
Shiseido Americas, the company’s consolidated subsidiary and regional headquarters for Americas, has acquired Giaran, an award winning, data driven company with technology in artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, to transform the consumer experience and take personalised beauty to the next level. Founded in 2016 from a research lab spinoff within Synergetic Media Learning Laboratory (SMILE Lab) … Read more
The Gpack Group plans to acquire Alliora Coffrets, held by the funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management L.P. in order to develop its packaging activities in the luxury market, in particular on the French market.This transaction is subject to consultation with the employee representative bodies in France as well as the usual closing conditions and … Read more
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Natural Products Scandinavia is the only trade event in the Nordic region dedicated to natural and organic beauty & wellbeing. This 15-16 November at Malmömässan in Sweden, you will see thousands of innovative natural & organic beauty, wellbeing, health & living products all under one roof. You will also hear from leading beauty professionals from … Read more
Fujian Kuncai Material Technology and NCD Ingredients agreed to distribute effect pigments and fillers for the cosmetics industry in Germany and Austria. Thus, NCD Ingredients fulfills the goals of its growth strategy and expands its product portfolio. In the future NCD will proactively serve customers in both decorative cosmetics and personal care with more than … Read more
The Scent & Care of Symrise posted a 3.3 % organic sales increase in the first nine months of the year. In the third quarter, organic growth reached even 7.7 %. Taking into account the sale of Pinova, sales in the segment amounted to € 960.1 million; as expected they were 3.7 % lower than … Read more
Lipotec and the global distributor Azelis are partnering to bring Active Organics inspired by nature, the brand of botanical extracts and ingredients, to the European market. Active Organics inspired by nature provides a variety of natural extracts and ingredients from around the world with a commitment to sustainability. The appropriate selection and retrieval of each … Read more
Here is what you can look forward to in issue 11/2017: How to create aerosols that keep it personal Amy Falvey, Membership & Communications Manager at the British Aerosol Manufacturers association in Stevenage, UK highlights the innovation potential in the aerosol industry. She presents new technologies and sustainable solutions that drive the aerosol industry. How actives … Read more
Clariant, a global supplier of specialty chemicals, has opened a new laboratory in Tokyo dedicated to supporting Japan’s Personal Care industry. Located inside the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Institute (TIRI) in Tokyo’s central business district, the new laboratory offers local customers easy access to technical facilities and expertise to boost their research and development … Read more
AmSilk, the supplier of synthetic silk biopolymers, and Interpolymer/Zschimmer & Schwarz, the Germany-based global polymer manufacturer, have strengthened their longtime cooperation with a strategic partnership. Interpolymer will take care of the production of the new hybrid polymer emulsion Silktran 5621 developed together with AmSilk. As part of the partnership, Interpolymer will manage its worldwide distribution … Read more
Olivier Khuu has joined IeS Labo, Inolex Provence new Director. He takes over the role from Pierre Cappanera, who is retiring after co-founding IeS Labo in 1986. Maria-Paz Zuniga, who co-founded the business with him, will continue in her role as Director. “Olivier brings decades of experience in the cosmetic and beauty care industry and … Read more
Henkel signed an agreement to acquire Zotos International, the North American Hair Professional business of Shiseido Company, for 485 million US dollars. The acquisition comprises hair professional brands such as Joico and Zotos Professional. “This acquisition is part of our strategy to expand our position in attractive markets and categories. It will further strengthen our … Read more
Clariant and Huntsman Corporation have mutually terminated their proposed merger of equals. The decision was unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of Clariant and Huntsman. Both CEOs remain convinced that the proposed merger of equals as agreed to on May 21, 2017, would have been in the long-term best interests of all of their … Read more
Jens-Martin Schwärzler (54), currently Corporate Senior Vice President and responsible for Henkel’s Consumer Goods Business in North America, has been appointed to the Henkel Management Board effective November 1, 2017. As member of the Management Board, he will be responsible for Henkel Beauty Care. He will succeed Pascal Houdayer (48), who will leave the Management … Read more
The finalists for the 2017 Sustainable Beauty Awards have been announced by Ecovia Intelligence (formerly known as Organic Monitor). Over 100 international entries were received this year, from operators in various sectors of the beauty industry. The finalists for each award category are listed in alphabetical order. The Sustainability Pioneer Award is given to an … Read more
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Successful Trade Fair Trio in Düsseldorf With BEAUTY, TOP HAIR and the make-up artist design show Düsseldorf offers three trade shows that are leading in their respective sectors and which offer a unique line-up for beauty professionals. Over three days more than 2,000 exhibitors and brands will be presented at Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre across eight … Read more
