International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals, has appointed Cesar Saez (35) as global Head of its Business Line Personal Care Industry. He brings over 10 years of experience in the specialty chemicals industry and has an excellent track record of business development and growth achievements within the personal and home … Read more
The North American market for natural & organic personal care products is recovering from the financial crisis, with sales exceeding US $5 billion for the first time last year. Market growth stagnated in 2009, however healthy growth rates are resuming once again as consumer demand for natural products strengthens. In its new market analysis report, … Read more
Setalg has developed a peel-off mask which is said to be ready in a minute without calculating proportions and mixing to obtain a good peel-off texture. Calculating proportions, blending to obtain a good peel off texture are history: Squeeze, Mix and Apply ! In less than 1 minute, the mask is ready to use. You … Read more
Dr. William Johncock of Symrise, in an interview with COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss, explains what ingredients are used to accommodate the latest global trends in sun care. picture: Symrise
Biodegradable Conditioning Agent with Great Performance Sustainability is a leading trend in the personal care industry as consumers and product developers alike search for more environmentally friendly products. As consumers consider, and are concerned about, the impact of their daily activities, from cleaning their homes to grooming rituals, demand is growing for products that provide … Read more
Greentech’s Happy Ageing concept shows how chronobiological science and an understanding of the physiology and behaviour of the human organism can be used in a targeted way when selecting actives for cosmetics products. After the age of about 40 the skin is able to lock in less moisture and so loses firmness. The first signs … Read more
The 2011 LVMH Recherche symposium will take place in London on October 27th 2011. It will focus on the latest areas of progress in anti-aging research and skin rejuvenation. Skin aging is a complex process and influences the deterioration of most aspects of our personal and social lives. Recent discoveries and rapid scientific advances in understanding … Read more
Induchem’s new comprehensive radiance concept – Switch on Beauty – involves products from all Induchem companies: natural bioactive complexes from Induchem, biotechnological actives from Libragen and the formulation concept from Temmentec. picture: Valua Vitaly, Fotolia.com
In an interview with COSSMA Dr. Simone Presto of Eucerin gives us an overview of the latest scientific findings and the most significant trends in the sun care sector. For example, how the “think twice” rule should ensure that the user applies a really adequate amount of sun protection product. She also tells us about … Read more
The weekend of 21th and 22th of May Feria Valencia was dressed in red to celebrate the 1st edition of BEAUTY FORUM SPAIN. Thousands of professionals of the field of aesthetics attended to hear the newest trends before anyone else could. The activities were a great success! About 100 aesthetics professionals, Spas managers, owners and … Read more
CPL Aromas is pleased to announce a 20% increase in its funding to the UK based charity CAFOD.CAFOD work in more than sixty countries tackling poverty and injustice and is part of the global Caritas family who provide assistance to the poor, the vulnerable and the excluded. For 2011 CPL Aromas is able to confirm … Read more
Exhibtors love the quality of BEAUTY FORUM Munich – here is what 2010’s exhibitors said about the event:Michael Schummert, Dr. BABOR GmbH & Co. KG“The level of professionalism and the quality of BEAUTY FORUM MUNICH at the new venue were very pleasing. At this level we can seriously consider a largerpresence for Babor next year.” … Read more
Most studies into shopper behavior dissect shoppers by income, ethnicity and/or geographic location, but very few focus on shopping habits of men versus women, despite the fact that there is an increasing number of men at least partly responsible for shopping, either because they work or stay at home, or are a part of two-income … Read more
Shiseido has discovered that an increase in the rogue protein, serpin b3, causes an accumulation of damage in the epidermis, and even negatively affects the basement membrane and dermis. It has been determined that the aging of skin is accelerated by the repeated occurrence of this kind of damage. It has also been discovered that … Read more
Unilever and the Alberto Culver Company confirmed that, further to the announcement on May 6, they have obtained the necessary regulatory clearances, and Unilever has acquired the Alberto Culver Company. About the Acquisition: Unilever is paying $3.7 billion in cash for the Alberto Culver Company, which generated annual sales in excess of €1.2 billion (US$1.6 … Read more
Sappi Fine Paper Europe will cease production of coated graphic paper at its Biberist paper mill in Switzerland. After thorough consideration during the consultation process with local employees ending on 16 May 2011 the definitive decision to discontinue the coated graphic paper production was taken. It is anticipated that production will cease by the end … Read more
If you are interested in establishing your products in the German cosmetics market and are looking for a suitable sales agent or distributor the IBF (International Business Forum, part of the BEAUTY FORUM MUNICH International Trade Fair), specially structured to facilitate the search for new business contacts, offers you the ideal opportunity. In 2010 companies … Read more
COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss asked industry experts about the most significant trends, actives and combination treatments in anti-ageing. The replies received, from representatives of Merck, Sederma, Sinerga, Infinitec Activos, OceanBasis, Breko, Gelita and Bioriginal show that the concepts differ widely. One clear trend does show, however, that the concept of combining beauty from within and … Read more
While popular perception would have us believe that when times are tough, consumers use cosmetics to ‘put their best face forward,’ the cosmetic and skin care market is not recession proof. While consumers purchase color cosmetics and facial skin care in good times and bad, their behavior is directly influenced by the economy. A recent … Read more
We have picked out here for you some of the most unusual new products that were on show at Cosmopack in Bologna from March 18th to 21st, 2011. We found that the products for use in the field of colour cosmetics were perhaps the most innovative. Read more in COSSMA 5/2011 picture: M&H Plastics