International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
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 new patented Self-Heating Tube has been designed by Cosmogen. It enhances efficiency and comfort of cosmetic formulas while applying. The concept: a tube within a tube. The inner tube is filled with a safe sodium acetate solution and then hermetically sealed. The outer tube is filled with the formula. Once the seal has been … 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
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
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
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With ADVANCE – Drop Shape, KRÜSS GmbH has developed a new, innovative software package for measuring contact angle and determining surface free energy (SFE). ADVANCE – Drop Shape is a common software platform for all KRÜSS laboratory instruments and mobile solutions for analyzing the wetting of solid surfaces. New, intuitive operating concept and simple programming … Read more
During Luxe Pack Monaco 2014, the Luxe Pack in Green Award rewards the best eco-conceived initiative. This year the cosmetic jar T-eco from Euro Cosmetic Asia, associated to Sanyo Chemical, won the award. This cosmetic jar was completely eco-designed: a reduced 40% of plastic, fully recyclable, reusable and refillable. Its simple replacement design enables an … Read more
The Consumer Business Segment generated organic sales growth of 4.2% in the first nine months of 2014. Sales and market shares increased in both the mature European markets and the emerging markets. At €3.905 billion, nominal sales were up 0.6% on the prior-year figure of €3.883 billion. Nivea achieved growth of 5.7%, Eucerin delivered 6.7% … Read more
Commenting on the figures, Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman and CEO of L’Oréal, said: “In the third quarter, L’Oréal recorded low growth because of a slight contraction in the Consumer Products Division, as the mass market hit an air pocket in Western Europe. On the other hand, there has been a succession of good news since the … Read more
The Estée Lauder Companies have acquired Rodin olio lusso, a luxury skin care brand founded by the New York stylist Linda Rodin. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 2007, Rodin olio lusso – which translates to “luxury oil,” to honor the easygoing Italian beauty aesthetic that has long inspired Ms. Rodin – … Read more
L’Oréal USA acquires Carol’s Daughter. Headquartered in New York City, Carol’s Daughter is a premier American multi-cultural beauty brand with a pioneering heritage in the natural beauty movement. Created by Lisa Price in 1993, the brand caters to a diverse, rapidly growing market and has established a loyal consumer following across the country. Following a … Read more
Estée Lauder has signed an agreement to acquire Le Labo (“The Lab”), a high-end fragrance and lifestyle brand with a French heritage. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition is expected to close in November 2014. Founded in 2006 by fragrance industry veterans Fabrice Penot and Eddie Roschi, Le Labo provides a selective … Read more
In addition to its international editions in English and German, starting in September 2014, COSSMA RUSSIAN edition will be published as an interactive e-paper 6 times a year. A corresponding e-mail newsletter in Russian will be sent-out 12 times per year to more than 3.000 e-mail subscribers each. The Russian language Website http://ru.cossma.com is updated regulary. … Read more
The second beauty trade show in Hungary for 2014 in will be organized for the 13th time from 8th – 9th of November 2014 in Budapest. There will be a focus on hair care and styling as well as on wellness and spa topics. In addition to product presentations on the stage area, there will be … Read more