Beauty Asia
Cosmoprof Asia 2023 is coming back to Hong Kong for its 26th edition from 15th to 17th November – with significant results: over 60,000 attendees and 2,000 exhibitors are expected to attend the show
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Regetaste, the active ingredient that makes your skin sing
Taste is the forgotten sense of cosmetics, yet we have bitterness receptors (TAS2Rs) on the surface of our skin! By targeting TAS2Rs, REGETASTE reverses epidermal senescence in an entirely new way! Senescence is involved in the breakdown of the cutaneous barrier, leading to a dull complexion and rough skin. By activating cell regeneration, REGETASTE strengthens … Read more
Provital
As part of the companies strategic plan to expand their global presence, Provital announced the launch of their new subsidiary, Provital USA, serving the United States and Canadian markets under the tagline that is said to encapsulate their essence: “Do Care.”
International launches
This month Mintel looks at colour cosmetics. Lifestyle changes are demanding more efficient and enjoyable routines, driving the growth of new claims and changing the way consumers engage with cosmetic brands.
Eco group
The ECO Group and JM Nature GmbH with its popular natural cosmetics brand Ben&Anna will be going down the same path in future. The strategic acquisition marks a significant step for the ECO Group and the team of the Ben&Anna to further advance their shared mission of promoting sustainable lifestyles. www.group.eco
Make-up goes hybrid
As the colour cosmetics market recovers after a challenging few years, where do the opportunities lie and what do consumers want from make-up products in the mid-2020s? Edson Barros of dsm-firmenich shares his insights on key consumer trends and delivering the future of colour care with hybrid make-up solutions.
Nobilis Group
From 1st October 2023, Nobilis Group GmbH will be the new and exclusive distribution partner for the luxury niche brands of Cereria Terenzi Evelino S.r.l. in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. With Tiziana Terenzi, V Canto and Giardino Benessere, the portfolio of the Nobilis Group is once again extraordinary fragrance brands that are very successful in … Read more
Organic powder
Microplastic is often used in make-up products like foundation. But micro-powders entirely made from circular resources could be the solution to replace microplastic entirely. Kathrin Schilling, Founder of BioPowder, gives insight into the benefits of turning fruit shells and stones into an ingredient for personal care products.
Kao
ENGIE Spain and Kao Corporation SAU have signed an agreement for the construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance for 15 years of a new thermal power generation plant from biomass from certified forest waste, ensuring the sustainable management of forests, in the plant of the chemical company located in Olesa de Montserrat, Barcelona. This new facility … Read more
Sustainability in the cosmetic industry
The importance of sustainability in everyday life is undeniable today. Birgit Huber, Debuty Director General at IKW, talks about the effects of the sustainability goals on the cosmetic industry.
Symrise
Symrise continued on its growth path in the first half of 2023 and achieved an increase in sales of 6.8% to € 2,414 million (H1 2022: €2,260 million). Excluding portfolio and exchange rate effects, turnover increased organically by 8.0%. Both segments contributed to the positive development and increased their revenue in a tense global economic … Read more
Seppic
Confirming its expertise in anti-aging active ingredients, Seppic completes its offer for mature skin with a new biomimetic anti-sagging ingredient: Sagacious. The active ingredient is inspired by nature and acts on all skin layers. The skin becomes significantly firmer and the signs of facial sagging are less visible. It is a biomimetic active ingredient, inspired … Read more
Neurocosmetics
The skin is far from being an independent organ. Its receptors react at several levels – chemical, mechanical and biological . This has opened innovative fields of research and new opportunities for brands: neurocosmetics could be a holistic approach to health and beauty. Anne Abriat, Scientific and Sensory Expert and Consultant, answers the most important questions about neurocosmetics.
Aneco
In response to the growing demand for αalpha-bisabolol, Aneco is pleased to launch BioSyn-Bisabolol now, a sustainable product produced through large-scale fermentation, which solves the problem of unstable supply of natural sources of αalpha-bisabolol due to seasonal factors. This green production also protects biodiversity and plays a positive role in the overall ecological environment.
International Launches
This month Mintel looks at products with specific focus on unual packaging details in their design process. Naturally, the environment plays a significant part with new packaging development.
Leveraging nature
Hair care consumers today are increasingly focused on selecting products that contain natural ingredients without sacrificing performance. However, the development of naturally derived ingredients which have the same performance as synthetic ingredients is not an easy task. Redesigning products starts with their ingredients…
Product copies
For several years, the market for counterfeit goods has been growing rapidly. Counterfeits reduce the intangible value of a company, its turnover, and competitiveness. Consumers face an increasing risk – the more counterfeit car parts, electrical components, medical products, cosmetic products, fashion or headphones, the greater the damage to society.
Designed to fit new Standards
They pose a threat to health and the enviroment: microplastics. That makes it especially necessary to develop and design cosmetic products – specifically colour cosmetics – without that ingredient. Katrin Steinbach, Technical Unit Expert Corporate responsibility of Cosnova, and Ariane Saiko, Director Catrice, talk about the difficulties and advantages of new developing processes.
Eco-friendly conditioning
Growing consumer awareness of the environmental impact of cosmetic product choices is fuelling a rising demand for sustainable and eco-friendly options. In recent years, numerous innovations have emerged to support this trend. The evolution of the esterquat technologies is an example of an innovative solution that meets the functional and environmental needs of today’s customers.
Lumene
The Nordic brand has chosen Cosmogen’s patented Tense tube for its hybrid concealer Lumene, Invisible Illumination, Serum in Concealer. This innovative multi-benefits formula combines a cold massage, an eye serum treatment and the coverage of a concealer, to refresh, hydrate and illuminate the eye contour. True to the values of the brand, the tube is … Read more