We use a wide variety of different cosmetic products every day. These may inadvertently contain or be contaminated with substances in various ways, but not every substance compromises the safety and tolerability of cosme-tic products. As part of the safety assessment of a cosmetic product, consideration is given to the toxicological relevance of a substance and whether it may have a harmful effect on the consumer.
Beauty packaging in Europe stands at a decisive turning point: brands must simultaneously accelerate their time-to-market, comply with the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, and maintain the functional precision and aesthetic standards that define their identity on shelf.
The company has appointed Michelle Carrillo as chief executive officer. Bringing more than 25 years of leadership experience in the beauty and personal care industry, she will lead the company’s next phase of growth. Future investments will focus on bio-fermentation, including the ViaFerm ingredient portfolio, while the company continues to advance its Thoughtful Science strategy … Read more
Cosmetics Europe has elected Oswald Barckhahn of Beiersdorf AG as its new President, with a two-year mandate effective June 17, 2026. He succeeds Acting President Birgit Huber and will lead the European cosmetics industry association alongside newly elected Vice President Benedetto Lavino of Cosmetica Italia and Treasurer Tony Lorman of Edgewell. Barckhahn has served on … Read more
The evolution of contemporary dermo-cosmetics is closely linked to the transition from conventional extraction methods to controlled biotechnological processes. Among these, precision bio-fermentation represents one of the most advanced responses to the need to combine high biological efficacy with stringent environmental sustainability criteria and rigorous chemical standardization across batches.
The Supervisory Board of thyssenkrupp Rasselstein GmbH has appointed Clarissa Odewald as Chief Sales Officer and Chairwoman of the Executive Board of Germany’s only tinplate manufacturer with effect from 1 st July, 2024. She takes over from Dr Peter Biele, who is moving to the management of HKM (Hüttenwerke Krupp Mannesmann GmbH) in Duisburg.www.thyssenkrupp-steel.com
The company announces today its latest organisational changes. After two volatile years which were successfully managed, the Albéa Group prepares for future growth by strengthening its management team. Francois Tassart is appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Albéa Group, overseeing all activities from Tubes, Cosmetics & Fragrance and Corporate, in addition to his role as … Read more
Rissmann explores its astonishing laser cutting and engraving process, that allows unlimited creativity, and offers nuances without additional ink, and lace effects. Both interacting, the laser cutting and engraving technologies not only deliver unique color results, but also provide customizable 3D effects, thanks to superposition of layers of paper. The rendering – colors, volumes, cuts … Read more
Achema, the World Forum for Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering and Biotechnology, will take place in Frankfurt am Main from 10th to 14th June 2024. The Achema kick-off will focus on the question of how the process industry can successfully position itself in a changing world.
In April, the European Parliament approved the provisional agreement on the Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR). Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE) sees flexible packaging as an innovative solution provider to minimize packaging and enable refill at home for cosmetics, detergents and other home products.
Previously known for rebalancing women’s intimate flora, Calybiota Bio reinforces its “well-being” focus with new results for the axillary flora! According to new studies, the prebiotic & microbiome-friendly active ingredient reduces VOCs. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are responsible for bad axillary odors. By reducing their production, Calybiota Bio acts in favor of an anti-odor effect. … Read more
TNT Group appoints Patrick Ng (吴盛铨) as it’s leader for its expansion into the China market. Patrick Ng (吴盛铨) has over 25 years operational experience in the cosmetics packaging industry, from both brands (Coty, Avon) and manufacturing experience. www.tntgm.com
Congratulations to Robertet North America President and CEO and RIFM Board Chair Dr Robert M. Weinstein, PhD, for being honored with the Fragrance Creators Association’s 2024 Eric Bruell Distinguished Service Award by the Fragrance Creators Association (FCA). www.rifm.org
Dr Markus Kamieth becomes the new Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of BASF SE. At the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting 2024, outgoing Chairman Dr Martin Brudermüller presented his successor with a cycling jersey printed with the BASF logo. Kamieth obtained his doctorate in organic chemistry at the University of Essen in 1998 and started … Read more
As a recognized partner who makes dreams come true, TNT GROUP worked closely with Binaurale’s ownership to create the imaginative globe caps of this fresh, new brand. The founders are a young couple with backgrounds in fragrance and design. Their design skills were of critical importance as they were able to provide 3D files detailing … Read more
Isobionics, a BASF Aroma Ingredients brand, is launching a new natural product on the flavor market. Isobionics Natural beta-Caryophyllene 80 is the latest addition to the Isobionics portfolio, and is proof of the commitment to developing natural flavors driven by customer needs. It has an herbaceous, slightly green, parsley, black pepper, grapefruit, slightly clary sage … Read more
As a global and local business facilitator, MakeUp in Paris orchestrates a friendly and intimate event gathering the most dynamic and creative suppliers with the most successful skincare and make-up brands, from 29th to 30th May 2024 in the heart of the world’s beauty capital: Paris!
For the first time, the Bekum Group opened its doors to customers and interested parties to the Bekum Blow Moulding Days 2024 at the Traismauer site. Over 100 participants from more than 20 countries accepted the invitation to this important event. The two-day symposium from 20th to 21st February offered a unique platform for specialist … Read more
To further strengthen its position as a leading provider in the label paper sector, packaging and speciality paper manufacturer Sappi is investing significantly in its production site in Gratkorn, Austria. Investments in the expansion of the state-of-the-art technical infrastructure – announced a year and a half ago – are being carried out and are proceeding … Read more
The Holzminden-based company’s commitment to reducing so-called upstream emissions has now been rewarded by the non-profit organisation CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) with the top grade A in its Supplier Engagement Rating (SER). Symrise has defined a code of conduct for responsible procurement that applies to all suppliers. In the next step, the Group … Read more
