The company paves a new path for the cultivation of lemon verbena extract in Valencia, Spain. This sustainable approach illustrates the deep connection of the botanical  extract and the company while providing locally sourced, reliable and standardized botanical extract.  Lemon verbena is an aromatic plant native to South America. Scientific probes have revealed its rich … Read more

The Supervisory Board has extended the appointments of Katja Scharpwinkel and Anup Kothari to its Board of Executive Directors. Scharpwinkel has served on the board since 2024 and is also Industrial Relations Director and Site Director of BASF’s Ludwigshafen site. Kothari is responsible for Industrial Solutions and Surface Technologies and serves as Chairman of BASF … Read more

Senior perfumer John Gamba has received the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Society of Perfumers. The award was presented at the World Perfumery Congress in Monterey, California, on June 25, 2026. It recognizes Gamba’s creative leadership and longstanding commitment to mentoring the next generation of perfumers. Givaudan also highlighted his vision, generosity, and … Read more

At NYSCC Suppliers’ Day 2024, visitors can expect an expanded educational programming, new products, and near 550 exhibitors from 73 countries. The annual ingredients and formulation event will take place from 2nd to 3rd May at the Javits Convention Center in New York City, USA.

Givaudan today announces its Chief Executive Officer, Gilles Andrier, will receive the prestigious Hall of Fame Award from The Fragrance Foundation (TFF) at the 2024 Fragrance Foundation Awards held in New York City on 5 June. The annual fragrance awards recognise and celebrate extraordinary individuals, innovations, and achievements within the US fragrance industry. www.givaudan.com

The company appoints John McAllister as Vice President of Sales for both the Industrial and Personal Care Divisions. With this promotion, McAllister will lead the entire sales organisation at Micro Powders. He will develop strategies to achieve Micro Powders’ fiscal targets along with expansion into new markets. www.micropowders.com

Rissmann appointed Laura Carey as Vice President of Sales and Development at Rissmann Inc., New Jersey. Her arrival aligns with Rissmanns global expansion alongside Rissmann GmbH in Nuremberg, Germany. With over 15 years of experience in the beauty and personal care packaging industry, Laura will play a pivotal role in implementing Rissmanns U.S. growth strategy. … Read more

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.” 

Cosmoprof North America will host its highly anticipated 20th edition at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) in Las Vegas, NV, from 11th to 13th July. It will offer special products and innovations, focus on trends and give a glimpse into the future of the beauty market including every participant of the supply chain. 

Ingredients play an important role for formulations. They differ depending on their use and intended effect. This survey gives an overview about which provider offers which type of ingredients. Additionally you will find information of the speciality of the providers as well as their contact information.

The global overview highlights the current drivers of the specific market of clinical ­evaluation for ingredients and personal care brands. CROs offer a wide range of services. Tests and methods as well as more information about the market and its difficulties is shown in this second part.

Colonial Chemical Inc. is pleased to announce the additions of Laura Morrisson (Western Territory Manager) and Josh Stuart (Southwest Territory Manager) for North America. Morrisson brings over 25 years of sales experience in the specialty chemical field, most recently as Director of Sales and Marketing for Norman, Fox & Co.. Stuart has over 15 years of … Read more

Schubert announces Dominik Streicher as Chief Operating Officer for Schubert Packaging Automation in Canada. In his most recent position, Dominik has successfully led the global project management team of the entire Schubert group. “On behalf of Schubert’s management team, I’m thrilled to welcome Dominik to Schubert North America”, said Hartmut Siegel, CEO of Schubert North … Read more

Product safety | Counterfeit products are a major problem worldwide – also in the cosmetics industry. Benedetta Suardi knows what effects product piracy has on everyone involved in the market and how to counter it as a manufacturer or brand.

In the past two years, manufacturers and formulators have repeatedly worried that supply chain problems would restrict or even paralyse production. And the current situation does not necessarily promise relief on the raw materials market either. Julie Carnes knows these problems and how to prepare for them as well as possible.

For nine days, the digital event invites you to meet important contacts virtually as an option to mitigate changes and challenges that the current situation in Asia still brings. A digital platform with numerous possibilities makes it possible to maintain business relationships and make new contacts.

With a new name for the innovation events ADF&PCD and PLD Paris, the trade fair is finally physically back. Shortly before it opens its doors the organisers have their say.

The coronavirus pandemic has left its mark in the beauty industry. Many companies have adapted to the changed conditions – be it by compensating for temporarily lost business sectors or by adapting to the new needs of customers. Dr Phillippe Ch. Auderset talks about the current situation in Switzerland.

After two long years of living under a pandemic, trade fairs are returning to normality. But a lot has changed in the market too. Antonia Benvegnù talks about some of the new challenges and how visitors’ and exhibitors’ topics and demands of have changed.

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Explore GEKA’s colorful world of beauty accessories. We design, develop, and procure high-quality cosmetic accessories for leading brands and retailers around the world. Our broad product range encompasses bags, powder puffs, and sponges as well as selected body accessories and hair care products right through to wellness and massage products. All have one thing in … Read more