Status quo: Refillable solutions
Can you save resources by using refillable packaging in the cosmetics industry? J. K. Hwang and Theo Kim provide an insight into their current status and where there is still development potential.
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Trends for young scents
The fragrance of a cosmetic product is not just a distinguishing feature of a brand or a line. Especially with the younger generations, who have not been loyal to the brand for long, it is an important purchase criterion. Sylvain Massé reports on the latest marketing trends in terms of fragrances in cosmetic products.
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Marchesini Group: Cosmatic launched a new machine for lip balm filling
This year Marchesini Group acquired Cosmatic, a business specialised in technologies for the production of lipsticks and in fill-in cosmetic powders. This strategic operation allowed the Group to expand its expertise in a segment that uses some of the most complex technologies in the world of cosmetics. Cosmatic, leader in the field of lipstick and … Read more
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Flexible machine solutions for a rapid time-to-market
At Optima Consumer, we work with our customers to develop high-tech solutions that make adjusting to new container types and batch sizes a piece of cake. We always have one thing in mind — the fastest possible time-to-market. Why is Optima the right partner for you? For almost 90 years now, we have been … Read more
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Avant-garde tools, international promotion and global networking
The Cosmoprof international platform continues supporting the cosmetics industry: WeCosmoprof International, scheduled from 7 to 18 June, is the first digital event that multiplies business opportunities globally, thanks to the synergy among all events of the network.
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The Ideal Glass Substitute (With No Compromise In Luxury)
Glass is certainly beautiful to touch, and it looks great on the shelf. Very high end and classy. But the smaller brands often worry about using glass. They usually tell us two main issues: 1. Minimum Order Quantity for glass can be too high for a boutique launch or start-up budget. 2. Breakage adds to … Read more
Safety report of cosmetic products
To bring cosmetic products to the market in the EU, some basic things are necessary. These must be strictly adhered to and are carefully checked by the safety assessor. Sandra Haßler talks about details and pitfalls.
The Science Behind Clean Cosmetics
Consumers are increasingly demanding natural cosmetics. To fulfil these wishes, formulators have to consider a lot. The origin of the ingredients and their ecological harmlessness as well as the safety of the products are important factors.
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VIMER + Green: we know how
VIMER is a family-run packaging printing business with over 45 years’ experience on the international market. Our company is dynamic and brimming in the Italian spirit, passionate and full of imagination, with a European dimension, based on fundamental ethics respecting employment, people and the natural environment, guaranteeing our clients all-round reliability and an active commitment … Read more
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Discover Crodas’s NaTrue and COSMOS compliant raw materials
The latest market trends have shown a growing interest of end consumers in NaTrue and COSMOS certified cosmetic products. Discover Croda’s products that align with these trends – get inspired by suitable formulations and let us support you in the development of new formulations with unique sensorial properties. In Germany, the interest in certified cosmetic … Read more
Sustainability in all areas
No year has brought about as many changes in the most varied of business areas as 2020. Marko Grozdanovic talks about the challenges of the past few months and dares to look into the future.
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Hydagen Clean – The latest addition to BASF’s biopolymer portfolio
Hydagen Clean offers not only biodegradability, but also pleasant sensory profiles that consumers love. The cold-processable rheology modifier is suitable for aqueous systems like gels and serums as well as novel formats such as gel strips, peel-off eyeliner or eye patches. Thanks to excellent film-forming and gelation properties, it allows formulations with individual and appealing … Read more
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CosmeticBusiness: Reunion in Munich
The cosmetics industry will reunite on site at the MOC in Munich from 20 to 21 October for CosmeticBusiness, the international trade fair for the cosmetics supplying industry. Over 270 companies, including around 30 new exhibitors, offer a comprehensive overview of the entire value chain of the cosmetics supplying industry – from ingredients and manufacturing … Read more
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Senseryn™ back to calm through your senses.
Senseryn™ was created as a result of Provital’s desire to improve the quality of life of people with sensitive and reactive skin. To provide them with a specific solution, Provital adopted a new scientific approach, sensocosmetic, in which our senses take care of our skin to enhance its well-being. Senseryn™ is an active ingredient, COSMOS … Read more
Target group Generation Z
European beauty brands are in great demand in the Chinese market. The so-called Generation Z is characterised by a high propensity to consume as well as purchasing power. Wenjing Wang presents the results of a recent study.
Sustainable and powerful
The entire cosmetics market and, of course, the colour cosmetics market have changed a lot in the past few months. On the one hand, the clear desire of consumers for sustainable products can be felt, but the demands on performance itself have also changed. Christian Eisen talks about the current preferences of the market.
COTY TO PARTNER WITH LANZATECH TO PIONEER NEW SUSTAINABLE FRAGRANCE PRODUCTION
NEW YORK – Coty Inc. (NYSE: COTY), one of the world’s largest beauty companies and the global leader in fragrances, today announced it has signed a letter of intent to partner with LanzaTech to introduce sustainable ethanol made from captured-carbon emissions into its fragrance products. LanzaTech, a leader in the production of next generation … Read more
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ExoPolySaccharides – The Marine Odyssey
10 years ago, we have announced the launch of a completely new range of ingredients, ExoPolySaccharides (EPS). Unique molecules, with no terrestrial equivalent, impossible to recreate synthetically and completely pure.
Do you speak colour?
In the cosmetics industry, colours play an important role in a wide variety of products. For optimal development and the best presentation, it is not only essential to have the right understanding, but also to speak the language of colours.
Let’s go on!
Many places have high hopes for the year 2021. Will the creativity shown last year in developing new solutions and strategies continue? Irina Barbalova talks about what the cosmetics industry will probably have to adjust to.