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JFA Flock: Innovation is worth the effort

Ferdinand Fütterer, Managing Director at JFA Flock Applikationen GmbH, Germany, presents one of the most innovative companies working in flocking cosmetics applicators. JFA’s headquarters in Kuppenheim, Germany, near Baden-Baden, Germany, feature state-of-the-art production facilities. Mr. Fütterer points out the role of JFA as an international corporation working in the cosmetics industry. JFA provides the full … Read more

Firmenich’s annual results 2013

For its 2013 fiscal year, ended June 30, 2013, Firmenich posted sales of CHF 2.89 billion, an increase of +7.0% in local currencies and +10.0% in Swiss Francs, its reporting currency. The company recorded increases in all geographic regions. Firmenich opened a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Jakarta, Indonesia, as part of its Flavor encapsulated … Read more

Natural cosmetics: Technical & sustainability issues persist

Although the palette of green materials has widened in recent years, Organic Monitor finds cosmetic formulators still face many technical and sustainability issues when using natural ingredients. Preservation remains the number one technical hurdle for formulators of natural and organic personal care products. Although many green materials have become available for preservation, no single material … Read more

NAT: new ethical label for natural cosmetics

When Cosmebio launched its Bio label and ethical charter in 2002, the aim was to promote a natural alternative to standard cosmetic products. Today in 2013, the natural cosmetics market is plagued by false marketing claims and misleading labels ‐ mainly greenwashing, claims overstating the ‘green’ credentials of cosmetics, and the misleading advertising of so‐called … Read more

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Inolex Launches New, Natural Emollients for Personal Care Made with BioAmber Succinic Acid

Inolex, a leader in the development of innovative ingredients for the personal care and cosmetics industries has launched a new range of 100% natural and sustainable emollients, using bio-based succinic acid from BioAmber. These succinate emollients have the highly appealing and differentiated sensory feel of silicone fluids, including feeling silky, powdery, light, dry and non-greasy … Read more

Kline’s 10th Anniversary of Professional Skin Care Research: Exclusive Look at seven new untapped markets

With a decade of experience in presenting market insights and analysis that have propelled the global professional skin market forward, consulting and research firm, Kline & Company, presents expanded coverage of seven of the world’s up-and-coming markets. The 2013 edition of the industry’s longest-running report of its kind examines emerging market opportunities in Thailand, Indonesia, … Read more

Market Data Facial Care Worldwide

What is the total level of sales achieved by facial care products? In 2012 sales totalled 80.522 billion US Dollars (or 60.102 billion Euros) according to Euromonitor. Within this figure the Asia Pacific region, with 41.687 billion US Dollars, was the biggest regional market, followed by Western Europe with 16.192 billion US Dollars and the … Read more

Seppic receives Pierre Potier Award

Seppic, a subsidiary of the Air Liquide group, is this year’s recipient of Pierre Potier Award for its Simulsol SL7 G innovation. The Pierre Potier Award singles out the innovations in the chemical industry that promote sustainable development. The Alkyl PolyGlucoside is a highly efficient bio-based hydrotrope* derived from natural plant sources. This product is … Read more

The trade show BEAUTY FORUM SWISS celebrates 2014 its 20 years jubilee

The upcoming BEAUTY FORUM SWISS will celebrate its 20th anniversary on 01 and 02 March 2014 in the halls of Messe Zürich. The booking of exhibition space is very successful – already 85% of the exhibition space of this leading swiss trade Show for beauty professionals is booked. More information on www.beauty-fairs.ch

African hair care behavior: The rise of the ‘chemophobe’ consumer

African consumers worldwide (Sub-Saharan Africa, the Americas and Europe) share a strongly held conviction that they have not been well served by the mainstream haircare industry. They (i.e., people with African type hair) feel they have been ignored – and thus underserved – by an industry developed to meet Caucasian haircare needs. This matters because … Read more

Cosmetic packaging: Need for green overhaul?

Cosmetic companies are making slow progress in reducing their packaging footprints. Although the cosmetics industry has become preoccupied with green initiatives, few steps have been made to tackle the environmental impact of packaging. Organic Monitor research finds most developments are occurring in ecodesign, with many brands reducing packaging materials by changing design structures. The Brazilian … Read more

L’Oréal plans acquisition of Magic Holdings in China

L’Oréal and Magic Holdings International Limited have issued a “joint announcement” regarding L’Oréal’s proposal to acquire all of the shares of Magic Holdings International Limited. The proposed price is 6,30 HK dollars per share. L’Oréal’s proposal is supported by Magic’s Board of Directors. Six key shareholders, representing 62,3% of the company’s equity, are already committed … Read more

Amway establishes Asia Beauty Innovation Center in Korea

Amway plans to establish an Asia Beauty Innovation Center in Seoul, South Korea, underscoring an increased global investment in research and development (R&D) and marketing strategies in China and southeast Asia. An extension of the company’s Growth Through Innovation business strategy, the center’s work is designed to bolster the position of Artistry, the prestige beauty … Read more

Euromonitor: Men’s skin care booming in South Korea

Men’s skin care in South Korea boasted the largest market size globally in 2012, and per capita spending for in the country will remain atop all other countries for the next five years. Men in South Korea are willing to invest in fashion and beauty products, and their willingness is affirmed by marketing messages from … Read more

Experience Poland’s booming cosmetics industry with BEAUTY FORUM

We cordially invite you to the international conference inaugurating the program of promoting Polish cosmetic industry on foreign markets. The program will be inaugurated at an international conference in Warsaw on 27th September, 2013, held during BEAUTY FORUM & SPA POLAND and combined with several accompanying events. If you are looking for business partners in … Read more

Beiersdorf’s Consumer Business Segment grows in the first six months of 2013

The Consumer Business Segment delivered organic sales growth of 6.5% in the first six months of 2013. In nominal terms, sales increased by 3.1%, from €2.561 billion to €2.641 billion. In terms of organic sales growth by brand, Nivea grew by 6.8%, Eucerin by 12.0% and La Prairie by 5.3%. EBIT excluding special factors increased … Read more

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MakeUp in NewYork: 62 days left

On September 25th and 26th, from 10 am to 6 pm, MakeUp in NewYork will open its doors in the heart of Chelsea District in a brand new venue, the Center548, 548 W. 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011.From formulation, packaging to contract manufacturer, full-service, accessories, samples, come and discover what’s new and  hot on … Read more

IBF International Business Forum at 28th BEAUTY FORUM MUNICH 2013

The b2b platform for your business in Germany and Europe The trade fair BEAUTY FORUM MUNICH has been in the market for 27 years and is Europe’s leading autumn trade fair for the beauty business, with over 850 companies and brands onshow and attracting over 39,000 international trade visitors annually. The INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FORUM (IBF) … Read more