International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
La Prairie celebrates the art of dispensing: La Prairie’s Skin Caviar Absolute Filler, COSSMA’s Star of the Month in September, shows that product development is comparable to the creation of an artwork. La Prairie partnered with the exhibition Art Basel and this new packaging is a result of this cooperation. Balanced Proportions Skin Caviar Absolute Filler … Read more
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The constant exposure to air pollutants is a major threat for skin health. A promising anti-pollution strategy is the activation of the body’s own detoxification machinery, as this is more efficient than the mere application of antioxidants. HerbaShield URB is Lipoid Kosmetik’s new active that enhances the body’s endogenous detoxification system and thereby substantially reduces … Read more
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Stölzle is one of the leading suppliers of premium and luxury containers for the worldwide Perfumery & Cosmetics glass business market. The Group relies on its consistent service and support in all aspects of product development to its customers. Uncompromising quality, flexibility and service What regards Perfumery & Cosmetics, the Stölzle Glass Group thrives to … Read more
Shiseido has succeeded in visualizing microvasculature in dermis regions, which is not visible to the naked eye. This was done with the help of the latest imaging technology that uses light waves, without causing damage to the skin. Furthermore, by using this newly developed visualizing technology, the company has discovered malformation of vascular plexuses in … Read more
COSSMA’s exclusive preview highlights a selection of product launches to be expected at this year’s 30th Luxe Pack in Monaco from October 2–4, 470 exhibitors from 29 countries will be at the show presenting innovations in packaging, materials, usages, and technologies. In addition, 36 new exhibitors will be presenting innovations including metal stickers, perfumed ceramics, … Read more
After obtaining the necessary authorisations from the relevant authorities, L’Oréal and Natura Cosméticos have finalised the definitive agreement for the sale of The Body Shop to Natura. About L’Oréal L’Oréal has devoted itself to beauty for over 100 years. With its international portfolio of 34 diverse and complementary brands, the Group generated sales amounting to … Read more
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The COSSMA market survey "Packaging Providers for the Personal Care & Home Care industry" will be published in November 2017.. In order to ensure that your company is featured , just complete the form on the COSSMA website by Sep 29 at the very latest. It goes without saying that your Basic Entry in the editorial … Read more
The market for the sale of prestige beauty products in the UK reported an increase of £60 million in the six-month period January 2017 to end of June 2017 according to the NPD Group, a global information company. The total prestige beauty market was valued at £1,013 million from January 2017 to end of June … Read more
What are the latest market trends? And what solutions does Faber-Castell Cosmetics suggest as an answer to prospective future trends? Dr Christina Zech, Managing Director at Faber-Castell Cosmetics in Stein/Nuremberg, Germany, answers these and other questions in her interview with COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss.
According to the new Dove Men+Care 2017 Hair Census men’s hair is a reflection of who they are professionally, culturally, and personally. The majority of men today say the look of their hair is not only important on a regular day to day basis, but that it is also a reflection of their personal style … Read more
The UK market for natural & organic personal care products has been growing at a healthy rate. A new report by Ecovia Intelligence (formerly known as Organic Monitor) shows sales revenues have increased by almost 30% since 2012. Natural hair care are the most popular products, with the market share now at 5 percent of … Read more
Dr John Bell, VP, R&D External Innovation at Johnson & Johnson talks about the Flash Cosmetics Pitch and the company’s latest innovations.
Wala Heilmittel’s new laboratory building provides laboratory and office space for Quality Control, Analytical Development & Research and Batch Release. 120 employees work here to fine-tune analysis methodologies and assess the raw materials used in Dr. Hauschka Skin Care products and Wala Medicines. With room for 180 employees, the new building features an organic form … Read more
Cosmetic claims are a complex topic. Which ones are legal and when do they go too far? Read more in our COSSMA interview with Dr Gerd Mildau, Head of the Cosmetics Central Laboratory, Chemical and Veterinary Investigation Office (CVUA) in Karlsruhe, Germany. COSSMA: How did the product-testing organisation Stiftung Warentest come to the conclusion that … Read more
One focus of the 10th edition of the Natural & Organic Cosmetics Conference from September 26-27, 2017 will be featuring the Asian market among a broad range of other topics. Pacific Asia is, after Europe, the second largest market for cosmetics, a market particularly characterized by its dynamics. In the spotlight of the beauty boom not … Read more
The presented facts about silicones attempt to balance a debate that focuses on exploiting the label ‘free from’ and on myths about the properties of cosmetic ingredients. Trend "Silicone-Free" The trend to market ‘silicone-free’ products is growing. But why is it that we suddenly want to replace tried and tested substances? After all, the truth … Read more
