International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
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Ideal ingredient for suncare formulationThe sunscreen products are probably the most difficult cosmetics to formulate. In addition to complying with international legislation rather strict, the formulator must counteract the instabilities induced by organic and physical filters. For the suncare application, the Dekanex FG is a great alternative thanks to its multi-benefits: it allows to achieve … Read more
At the Aerosol Forum, Tubex were recognised for their environmentally friendly internal lacquering system. With this special inner lacquer a powder coating with increased mechanical strength and free from solvents is achieved. Beiersdorf, for example, have progressively switched the majority of their Tubex cans to the powder-based internal lacquer system. photo: Tubex
Paul France, Vice President Open Innovation at MeadWestVaco (MWV) explains how “Open Innovation” and “Crowd Sourcing” changed the innovation process.
Coty Inc. has submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire Avon Products for $23.25 per share in cash in a mutually agreeable and negotiated transaction. The proposal, valued at approximately $10 billion, represents a very substantial premium of 27% over the three month volume-weighted average price for Avon shares. Coty has held extensive discussions with its … Read more
25th January 2012 to 26th March 2012: Overall trading during the period in all markets, except Nigeria, has been in line with management expectations. Profitability in Nigeria has been affected by a continuation of the economic and social tensions in the country which were highlighted at the time of the interim results in January. Performance … Read more
Peter Schäfer, Director General of the German IKW association informs about major results in the German market for cosmetics and detergents in 2011.
Beiersdorf AG today released its figures for 2011. “We are optimistic that we will grow in line with the market again in 2012.” said CEO Thomas-B. Quaas at Beiersdorf AG’s Annual Accounts Press Conference. The Consumer business was realigned and strengthened in 2011 by comprehensive streamlining of the product portfolio and global marketing measures. In … Read more
Mintel Beauty & Personal Care (BPC) has announced the key trend set to impact global beauty consumers in 2012 – Kinetique. Encompassing electricity and energy in beauty and "beauty that’s plugged in", the trend is set to drive innovation in the year ahead. “We’re seeing this trend manifest itself in several ways,” explains Nica Lewis, … Read more
Shiseido will release its original fragrance Shiseido Tokyo Sky Tree Parfum in collaboration with Tobu Tower Sky Tree to mark the completion of Tokyo Sky Tree1 on May 22, 2012. The fragrance, which will be launched on the same day, will be sold in a limited quantity of 634 units2 in connection with the tower’s … Read more
Darshan Patwardhan, Global Technical Manager, Personal Care Ingredients, at BASF, talks about the challenges formulators have to face when it comes to formulating hair gels.
Registration of cosmetics productsWithin the Chinese cosmetics regulations, which are still being extensively formulated, it may very well be the case that, due to a particular situation, existing legislation is extended to include new rules. At the end of 2011, following extensive changes in the registration process for cosmetics products, further regulations were added. Mei … Read more
A comparison of cosmetic oils Dr. Matthias Hauser presents two studies in which the skin penetration and occlusive properties of vegetable oils and paraffin oil were compared with the help of in vivo methods. All oils penetrate only into the upper layers of the stratum corneum, enhance moisture retention, allow the skin to breathe and … Read more
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A unique active substance makes it possible Beiersdorf, working together with the company Exsemine, have isolated an extract with a particularly high arctiin content from the biologically cultivated Arctium lappa nuda. When included in a cosmetic formulation and applied on a regular basis, the burdock fruit extract achieves visible wrinkle reduction in vivo.photo: Beiersdorf
Considering the diverse needs and demands of today’s global market, for manufacturers to succeed it is essential to offer innovative products that combine perceivable performance, such as conditioning properties, repair effects and sensorial benefits. Formulators also need to take different hair types into consideration – Asian consumers, for example, have different needs from hair care … Read more
DSM Nutritional Products have re-launched their bio-active ingredient Argan Oil for hair and skin care products – this time with organic certification from Ecocert* and NaTrue*. This 100%-natural ingredient has been demonstrated in tests to give hair a more silky shine than that offered by market-leading shampoo and conditioner formulations. photo: DSM
Beiersdorf Group’s sales for fiscal year 2011 increased by 2.1% compared with the previous year on a like-for-like basis. The Group’s preliminary figures show nominal sales growth of 1.1% to €5,633 million. The operating result (EBIT), excluding special factors, amounted to approximately €646 million, while the corresponding EBIT margin was 11.5% in comparison to 12.5% … Read more
The European Cosmetics Association, formerly named Colipa, will now be called Cosmetics Europe – The Personal Care Association. The association has been representing European cosmetic companies and national associations for fifty years. The name change comes at a time when the European cosmetics industry represents one-third of the global market, across the entire range of … Read more
Simon Duffy is the founder of Bulldog Natural Skincare, the UK’s first and largest natural skin care brand for men.
“Powder-To-Cream” formulation concept