Formulations: Anti-Ageing

This is our selection of formulations with a large variety of ideas for anti-ageing products. It is to serve you as a source of inspiration for new product development. You will find the full versions of these inspiring ideas from a broad range of suppliers at www.cossma.com. COS1510_56_ForAntiAge.pdf

Market Survey Service Providers

The COSSMA market survey service providers comprises a large variety of service providers. Its clear structure lets you see at a glance which companies offer what services and specialties. The e-mail addresses listed allow you to contact the companies you are interested in straight away to find out if they are suitable for your next project. Perhaps you are already happy with the service providers with whom you currently work. That is a good thing, of course. But if you plan the future of your business strategically, there may come a point when substituting. Your company is missing here? Make sure to fill in the form on COSSMA’s website at www.cossma.com/marketsurvey to be listed in the 2018 update!

Market Survey Packaging Suppliers

Are you wondering what kind of packaging could pimp up your latest product concept? Then COSSMA’s market survey of packaging suppliers might come in handy. Due to the very clear tabular layout you will not only be able to spot at a glance which suppliers offer what type of products, but you will also see what each supplier specialises in. Your company is missing here? Make sure to fill in the form on COSSMA’s website at www.cossma.com/marketsurvey to be listed in the 2018 update!

Formulations: Skin Cleansing

This month’s selection covers a broad range of cleansing formulations. It includes products for a combined shower and shave application; face mousses; makeup removers; face scrubs; baby washes; cleansing oils, bars and gels; water treatment essences; and creams and yoghurts. COS1703_27_FormCleansing.pdf

Top Downloads in September: Consumer trust, inspiring ideas & thickening shampoos

Find out about COSSMA readers’ favourites in September: Learn more about how beauty brands can build up consumer trust. Get information on the natural cosmetics market on the up-coming conference in Berlin. Download an interesting sample formulation for a thickening shampoo with extra care. Find out how the cosmetics team at DSM develops inspiring ideas.

Star of the Month: The art of dispensing

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

Luxe Pack: Celebrating packaging

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

Formulations: Body Care

This is our selection of formulations with a large variety of ideas for body care products. It is to serve you as a source of inspiration for new product development. You will find the full versions of these inspiring ideas from a broad range of suppliers at www.cossma.com. COS1709_27_Formulier.pdf

Dr Christina Zech: Cutting-edge pencil perfection

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.

Feeling the power of nature

Actiscrub physical exfoliants from Lipotec offer a wide variety of naturally-sourced exfoliants to be used as an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic microbeads. Read details in the article in COSSMA 7-8/2017. How exfoliants work Exfoliants are made from particles which scrub the skin through a mechanical action. This mechanical action helps to stimulate cell renewal … Read more

The challenge of proving claims

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