International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
In a ceremony that took place on December 11th Lipotec was distinguished with the Society of Cosmetic Chemists Award for its presentation at the SCC 2013 “Counteracting circadian regulation of adipose tissue”. This award recognizes the Best Paper presented at the SCC 2013 Annual Scientific Meeting. The presentation awarded reflects the work and close cooperation … Read more
L’Oréal announces the acquisition of a start-up company that develops hair fibre optical reader technology for a long-term Research program. Through this acquisition, L’Oréal reinforces its historic leadership in hair research. Based in Tel Aviv, Coloright will continue to be managed by its CEO, Mr. Sagiv Lustig, and will from now on be part of … Read more
Abercrombie & Fitch and Inter Parfums have entered into a seven-year exclusive worldwide fragrance license agreement. Under the agreement, Inter Parfums will create, produce and distribute new perfumes and fragrance-related products, including new men’s and women’s scents planned for both Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister for 2016. Inter Parfums will distribute these fragrances internationally in … Read more
Organic Monitor’s next Masterclass aims to encourage green labels and certification schemes in North America. Although the number of green standards and labels in the personal care industry has mushroomed in recent years, adoption rates remain low in the US and Canada. Organic Monitor research finds the market value of certified natural & organic personal … Read more
The Shareholders from Promens have received an irrevocable binding offer (subject to certain conditions) from RPC Group to acquire, at the Shareholders’ sole option, the entire issued share capital of Promens Group AS and its subsidiaries1 (Promens). RPC’s offer is conditional, amongst other things, on the approval of its shareholders and required approvals from the … Read more
CPL Aromas has strengthened its global R&D team with the appointment of two new development chemists. These appointments are in line with the company’s commitment to improve and develop the R&D function within the organization and will be tasked with further developing existing R&D concepts currently being offered to customers.
The SFC, 1 500 members strong, has embarked upon the mission of encouraging and promoting scientific studies in the field of cosmetology and contributing to the improvement of its members; it achieves this latter objective by conducting scientific symposiums, organizing trade shows, conferences… Every two years, it awards a prize to a prominent personality for … Read more
promises to be an event with even more exhibitors. Already 80% of exhibition space is booked. Among the companies which will exhibit this year, are Derprosa, James Cropper, La Factory, Ramondin, Kurz Group, Keenpack, SR Packaging, Wing Shing, Aptar, Euro Cosmetic Asia, New Hip Lik, Megaplast, Proad Identity and many more. They are coming from … Read more
The Armand Basi Wild Forest fragrance pack developed by Technotraf Wood Packaging has won a 2015 WorldStar award in the Health & Beauty category. Representatives from 17 packaging associations, members of WPO (World Packaging Organisation), judged 264 packaging projects, from 37 countries, that entered the WorldStar Awards 2015. The judging session took place on 19 … Read more
Mibelle Biochemistry is introducing a biologically active hepta-peptide that stimulates the skin’s own self-defense mechanisms against oxidative stress at the cellular level. Our cells respond to oxidative stress by activating the transcription factor Nrf2. This is a master switch in the cellular self-protection system that leads to an increased synthesis of cell protecting enzymes in … Read more
Despite a growing acceptance of metrosexuality, nearly 93% of male and female consumers think that men should not wear make-up. When men do use make-up, they seek discreet options that provide them with functional benefits, such as masking skin impurities, and are not overly concerned about beauty. According to a Canadean survey, only 7% of … Read more
Contrary to several statements, the current drafts of the Guideline on technical definitions and criteria for natural and organic cosmetic ingredients and products – ISO 16128 are not an initiative of the EU. ISO 16128 will, in case of its adoption by ISO, have no effects on the legal situation in the EU or the … Read more
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH and Dr. Straetmans GmbH, both headquartered in Hamburg, further expand their successful cooperation. Effective since August 2014, Biesterfeld Spezialchemie in Russia has taken over the distribution of Dr. Straetmans’ product portfolio. The successful partnership started in 2008 when Biesterfeld Spezialchemie started to promote the Dr. Straetmans products in Eastern Europe. „We are … Read more
L’Oréal and Nestlé announced the project to end the activity of their joint venture Innéov during the course of the first quarter 2015. Created in 2002, Innéov offers cosmetic nutritional supplements sold in pharmacies. The brand has not met the development expected by both partners. In 2013, Innéov achieved a turnover of 52 million euros. … Read more
Organic Monitor has announced the winners of its 2014 Sustainable Beauty Awards. About 140 international executives attended the Sustainable Beauty Awards reception at the Paris Marriott Champs-Elysées on 24th November. From about 100 entries, winners and runner-ups were selected per award category… Sustainability Pioneer Cruelty Free International is the winner for its global campaign … Read more
As more and more Russian women focus on their careers and delay having families, they want fragrances that convey qualities which are traditionally seen as masculine, such as strength and power, alongside femininity, finds new report by Canadean. According to the report, one of the main motivators for Russian women to wear fragrances is the … Read more
The Germany company CREMER OLEO has hired a new Sales Director for the CREMER Care division with effect from December 1st, 2014. CREMER Care is among the leading suppliers of Oleochemical Specialties for cosmetic applications and, with this step, wants to further strengthen its position in the Personal Care market.
Beauty&Care, the largest and most comprehensive beauty trade show in Eurasia, will run its 23rd edition from 12 to15 March 2015.
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The Most Wanted European trade event on Bio and Natural Cosmetics takes place in Barcelona, SpainInitiated by the industry, supported by leading authorities like CosmeBio and EcoCert, bio and natural cosmetics are becoming more and more important, while consumers simply demand higher standards on ‘free-from’. Now, Free From Cosmetics 2015 provides the most dedicated European … Read more
Estée Lauder has signed an agreement to acquire Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, the storied fragrance brand established by the perfumer Frédéric Malle. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition is expected to close in January 2015. Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle offers a collection of exclusive, luxury fragrances crafted by some of … Read more