France—the birthplace of the beauty industry—is losing its home court advantage as traditional sales have plateaued. Still, brands hoping to reverse the trend have a number of digital moves within reach. Index leaders Lancôme, L’Oréal Paris, and Benefit Cosmetics balance the scale with immersive digital experiences that place them at the top of the pack. … Read more
In line with its spirit of innovation, KFC Hong Kong unveils their new ‘Finger Lickin’ Good Edible Nail Polish’ range, keeping the brand literally at their customers’ fingertips while savoring their delicious signature chicken. This limited edition edible nail polish was created as a tribute to the world famous "It’s Finger Lickin’ Good" slogan. KFC’s … Read more
Die Fastfood-Kette „Kentucky Fried Chicken“ Hongkong plant, essbaren Nagellack auf den Markt zu bringen. Zwei Farben stehen zur Abstimmung, Rostrot ("Hot & Spicy“) und Nude („Original“). Für die Entwicklung der Lacke habe die Werbeagentur Ogilvy & Mather die Zutaten der Originalrezepte der Fastfood-Kette verwendet. Der Geschmack der Lacke bestehe aus natürlichen Zutaten. Kunden können derzeit auf der Facebook-Seite … Read more
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Additional information for download: Product Brochure Omyadent, Video
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Die Beiersdorf AG, Hamburg, hat im ersten Quartal 2016 ihren nachhaltigen Wachstumskurs fortgesetzt. Der Konzernumsatz stieg organisch um 2,4%. Nominal lag der Umsatz mit 1.673 Mio. € aufgrund negativer Währungseffekte um 1,9% unter dem Vorjahresniveau von 1.706 Mio. €. „Beiersdorf ist weiter auf Kurs. Der Unternehmensbereich Consumer setzte seine Aufwärtsentwicklung unvermindert fort, während bei tesa … Read more
Dow Corning has completed a $6 million expansion at its silicones manufacturing plant in Midland, MI. The investment is to provide growing beauty and personal care markets with a reliable supply of silicone elastomer blends. "Evolving global consumer preferences, specific customer requirements and differing regional expectations are driving innovation and global growth in beauty and … Read more
Dr. med. Heinz Maurer, der Firmengründer von Sepapharma, verstarb am Freitag, den 22. April 2016, im Alter von 94 Jahren in Boppard. Dr. Maurer leitete das mittelständische Unternehmen Sebapharma mit Sitz in Boppard-Bad Salzig, international bekannt für die medizinischen Reinigungs- und Pflegeprodukte der Marke Sebamed. Im August 2010 übergab der Mediziner den Vorsitz des Unternehmens … Read more
Johnson & Johnson has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire NeoStrata, a global supplier in dermocosmetics. The acquisition will include NeoStrata’s affiliates and parent company TriStrata, a privately-held company. Financial terms were not disclosed. NeoStrata, based in Princeton, N.J., has a history of innovation that includes breakthrough research in Alpha hydroxy acids, which have … Read more
Gerichtsurteil über irreführende Kosmetikverpackung Das Oberlandesgericht (OLG) Hamburg hat dem Unternehmen Beiersdorf mit Urteil vom 25.02.2016 verboten, zwei Gesichtscremes in irreführender Verpackungsgröße in den Verkehr zu bringen. Dies teilte die Wettbewerbszentrale am 22.03.2016 mit. Die Größe der Verpackung habe den Verbrauchern einen größeren Tiegel mit einer größeren Füllmenge vorgespiegelt. Weder die Angabe der Füllmenge auf … Read more
During this year’s BEAUTY FORUM LEIPZIG at Leipziger Messe on April 23–24, the 6th Cosmetology Congress on Saturday, April 23 highlighted what the latest scientific findings are in the fields of dermatology, active ingredients and anti-ageing. With a focus on dermatology in the first session of the Cosmetology Congress, Dr Tanja Fischer of Haut- und … Read more
With online beauty sales in the U.K. growing at a brisk 22 percent last year, brands are finding ways to tune into the potential of this e-commerce moment, regardless of distribution strategy. A collection of independent brands have made a grand entrance in this year’s Index, utilizing digital channels to capitalize on their popularity and … Read more
Das in der Kreation, der Entwicklung, der Vermarktung und dem weltweiten Vertrieb von Luxusgütern tätige Unternehmen Art & Fragrance (BX:ARTN) hat im Jahr 2015 unter anspruchsvollen Marktbedingungen ein gutes Ergebnis erzielt. Der Betriebserlös wuchs gegenüber dem Vorjahr um 14% auf EUR 126.5 Mio. Das Konzernergebnis stieg auf EUR 8.5 Mio. gegenüber EUR 5.3 Mio. im … Read more
According to Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of L’Oréal, the group grew in all our divisions and geographic zones: the Consumer Products Division accelerated at the start of the year, recording its best quarter for almost three years. Across the geographic zones, North America is confirming its dynamism, Western Europe remains solid and … Read more
On April 12th, during the In-Cosmetics exhibition in Paris, this year’s BSB Innovation Awards* went to: Actives/Naturals Product Company 1. SymUrban Symrise 2. Royal Epigen P5 Mibelle Biochemistry 3. Pristinizer IBR Functionals 1. RonaCare SereneShield Merck 2. Emulgade Sucro Plus BASF 3. SymOxide C Symrise Finished products 1. Couperose Expert Dr. … Read more
Just in case you missed yesterday’s COSSMA round table with niche brand representatives moderated by COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss at In-Cosmetics in Paris, this is what it was all about: The inspiring mix of niche brand founders covered skin care segments covering an entire life cycle. Sian Sutherland spoke about her experience as a founding … Read more
China’s investment group Fosun Group and Gaon Holdings, representing the shareholders of Ahava Dead Sea Laboratories, signed an agreement over the acquisition of a 100% equity interest in Ahava, a brand of Dead Sea mineral skincare in Israel for NIS290 million([1]). Under the terms of the agreement, Fosun will acquire the holdings from the existing … Read more
Additional information on programm and launches at In-Cosmetics 2016 from April 12th- 14th in Paris, France