Plastic debris in the marine environment and waterways is an issue of increasing public debate. Many sources of such debris have been identified and estimated. Scientific evidence[i] suggests that the vast majority of small plastic particles in the seas come from the breakdown of bigger plastic materials. Although often highlighted in the context of marine … Read more
Despite experiencing difficult economic conditions, European tube production remained stable in the first half of 2015. The member companies of Etma, the European tube manufacturers association, reported almost the same total production in the first six months of the current year as was reported for the first half of 2014. “Production remained at the previous … Read more
As urban Chinese consumers are more concerned about daily skin care, regardless of gender, they have established a fixed routine, according to Mintel’s new report Facial Care- Women vs Men China 2015. The report reveals that only one third (31%) of urban Chinese male consumers are satisfied with their current skin condition, and their concerns … Read more
BASF and Poietis, active in the field of 3D laser-assisted bioprinting, have signed an agreement on research and development in cosmetics. Based on the combined expertise of both companies in tissue engineering and bioprinting, the agreement aims to apply the bioprinting technology of Poietis to improve BASF’s skin equivalent model Mimeskin. The terms and conditions … Read more
SWT-7 and Lecigel with its Happiness in a Jar concept from Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, a supplier of active ingredients, functional ingredients and delivery systems for the cosmetics industry, have made it into the shortlist of finalists for the In-Cosmetics Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Awards. SWT-7 is finalist in the active ingredient category and Lecigel is … Read more
Mintel Beauty & Personal Care (BPC) has announced Seasonality as a key beauty trend. While the calendar often shifts diets towards seasonal produce, Mintel research has found that the seasons too are now defining beauty regimens around the world. Rather than simply using the change of seasons as a reason to introduce colour stories or … Read more
Anti-ageing products launched globally with combined whitening, anti-ageing and moisturizing claims more than doubled over past five years Utilizing data from Mintel’s GNPD (Global New Products Database), consumer reports and analysis, the research reveals that anti-ageing products launched globally with combined whitening, anti-ageing and moisturizing claims have more than doubled from 8% to 17% from … Read more
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MakeUp in Seoul will host for the second year in a row, on 15 & 16 April 2015 at the Conrad Seoul Hotel, professionals from formulation and packaging to full-service specialists, accessories manufacturers, designers and specialized make-up schools for the biggest satisfaction of Marketing, Research & Development and Purchasing teams operating in Brands and in … Read more
Despite a growing acceptance of metrosexuality, nearly 93% of male and female consumers think that men should not wear make-up. When men do use make-up, they seek discreet options that provide them with functional benefits, such as masking skin impurities, and are not overly concerned about beauty. According to a Canadean survey, only 7% of … Read more
L’Oréal and Nestlé announced the project to end the activity of their joint venture Innéov during the course of the first quarter 2015. Created in 2002, Innéov offers cosmetic nutritional supplements sold in pharmacies. The brand has not met the development expected by both partners. In 2013, Innéov achieved a turnover of 52 million euros. … Read more
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The Stölzle Glass Group can look back on more than 200 years experience in the production of packaging glass for the prestige spirits, perfumery and cosmetics industries as well as the health care and consumer sectors. Our own Oberglas brand serves the high quality glass and tableware market for the gastronomy and hotel business. Stölzle … Read more
Clariant, a supplier in specialty chemicals, has announced the inauguration of a new extension to its production facility in Roha, south-east of Mumbai, India. The expansion doubles its capacity at the facility for pigments and pigment preparations. This higher output will enable the company to increase its market coverage in India and the neighboring countries … Read more
Brazilian influence is resonating dramatically in the beauty and personal care category – and new research from Mintel reveals just how much influence it has. Indeed, only 10% of skin care launches inspired by Brazilian lifestyles and ingredients were actually released in Brazil, while 90% of Brazilian inspired products were launched outside Brazil. This influence … Read more
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Merck opens doors to innovations at In-cosmetics in Hamburg, April 1-3 at booth 4D30. Together with its strategic partner Sachtleben, Merck is launching a new broadband UV filter at in-cosmetics: Eusolex® T-EASY. New functional fillers from the RonaFlair® portfolio make skin redness and wrinkles disappear. Multiple options to create attractive color cosmetics are offered by … Read more
Cotuplas is an Albéa subsidiary, based in France and employing 30 people. It is specialized in the design and manufacturing of machinery equipment for Albéa’s cosmetics and personal care laminate and plastic tube business. AISA is a family-run Swiss-based company and one of the leading suppliers of equipment, offering innovative laminate and seamless plastic tube … Read more
Sederma has been awarded with the Best New Ingredient Award Asia 2013 for its product Beautifeye, the first active ingredient of its kind demonstrated to have a lifting action on the sagging upper eyelid. Thanks to its double-action, Beautifeye strengthens the dermal structure and increases its contractile properties, it lifts the fold of the eyelid … Read more
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Silvia Klein, Sales + Marketing Manager at Lutz GmbH & Co. KG, presents the company in COSSMA’s Supplier Check: "Lutz is a company that can look back on more than 50 years of successful production, specialising in the business of “primary packaging made of tubular glass” and has built up a first class image in the market. … Read more
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The Stölzle Glass Group can look back on over 200 years of experience in the production of glass packaging for prestige and beauty products as well as for healthcare and consumer products. In addition we make traditional and stylish glass tableware for the catering and hotel business. Stölze’s objective is to be the preferred long-term … Read more
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Ferdinand Fütterer, Managing Director at JFA Flock Applikationen GmbH, Germany, presents one of the most innovative companies working in flocking cosmetics applicators. JFA’s headquarters in Kuppenheim, Germany, near Baden-Baden, Germany, feature state-of-the-art production facilities. Mr. Fütterer points out the role of JFA as an international corporation working in the cosmetics industry. JFA provides the full … Read more
The new EC Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 entered into force with the aim to protect and improve the health and safety of consumers of cosmetic products. Since July 2013 manufacturers of cosmetic products have been legally required to prepare a PIF (product information file) including a cosmetic product safety assessment. However, the preparation of safety assessments … Read more
