International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Die Entscheidung über die Gewinner im Etma-Wettbewerb „Tube des Jahres 2012“ fiel dieses Jahr in Brüssel. Dort waren die Mitglieder der Etma –European Tube Manufacturers Association – zu ihrer Jahrestagung zusammen gekommen. Eine hochkarätig besetzte Jury aus den Reihen der Mitgliedsunternehmen wählte aus den eingereichten Vorschlägen die jeweils beste Tube aus Aluminium, Kunststoff und Laminat … Read more
Advertisement
Corpack was recently given the opportunity to redesign the BEYU nail lacquer unit.The new BEYU nail lacquer has a more distinct form with a more up-dated outline. The slim, cylindrical form of the cap, allows for a more ergonomic grip which supports a cleaner, more comfortable application. At the same time, the straight form of … Read more
BEAUTY FORUM SPAIN will take place in Valencia on the 16th and 17th of February 2013. As the last years we will organize interesting activities for professional visitors: 3rd Aesthetic Congress International Forum of Cosmetics, International Nails Championships, Body Painting and Face Make-up Championships, Demonstrations in the Meeting Point, Workshops, Awards, etc.The Aesthetic Congress IFC … Read more
Following the success of previous editions, Organic Monitor is taking its Sustainable Cosmetics Summit to Latin America. Taking place in São Paulo city on 24-26th September, the summit tackles major business & technical issues associated with green cosmetics and sustainability. Focal themes of the inaugural Latin American edition are biodiversity & ethical sourcing, sustainable ingredients … Read more
Der französische Pharmariese Sanofi ringt mit der Konkurrenz durch Nachahmer-Produkte – und spart. So wird Sanofi eine Beteiligung an Yves Rocher verkaufen. Zudem stehen einem Medienbericht zufolge Stellen auf dem Spiel. Der größte französische Pharmakonzern Sanofi will einem Medienbericht zufolge den Rotstift ansetzen. Das Unternehmen plane die Entlassung von 1000 bis 2000 Mitarbeitern in Frankreich, … Read more
Das ist die erste Lektion, die sich aus der Umfrage1 ergibt, die OptionWay für die Messe Emballage (Comexposium) bei Europäern aus Frankreich, Spanien, Italien, Deutschland vom 16. bis 21. Mai durchgeführt hat. Mehr noch, Verpackungen werden als „absolutes Paradoxon“ wahrgenommen, das Gegensätze miteinander vereint: sexy und tugendhaft, schön und nützlich, wirtschaftlich sein und doch gleichzeitig … Read more
On July 2, 2012, an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Revlon acquired certain assets of Bari Cosmetics, Ltd., including trademarks and other intellectual property related to Pure Ice nail enamel and Bon Bons cosmetics. The Company used approximately $22M of borrowings under its 2011 Revolving Credit Facility, together with cash on hand, to fund the acquisition. … Read more
At the same time and in recognition of the continued development within the region, DKSH Performance Materials has opened a fourth China sales office in Beijing and strengthened the Management Team in China with the appointment of Kevin Bee as new Head Business Line Personal Care Industry. DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a specialty chemicals … Read more
Rexam PLC, the global consumer packaging company, announces the proposed sale of its Personal Care business for a total of $709m in cash (£452m at current exchange rates). The business is being sold in two parts: the Cosmetics, Toiletries and Household care products business (CTH) and the High Barrier Food packaging business (HBF). An affiliate … Read more
Ten thousand Americans celebrate their sixty fifth birthday everyday and new research shows a majority of them expect to live to nearly ninety. With the support of nearly a dozen organizations a new multi -year initiative called Get Old is being launched to learn how Americans of all ages are dealing with aging. As part … Read more
L’Oreal works to increase awareness that people of color are not immune to skin cancer. Do you have darker skin? If so, skin cancer might not be top of mind as a significant health threat, but beware –just because your skin is darker does not mean you are immune to skin cancer. Thanks to objective … Read more
Verlockend bunte Zeitschriften für Kinder sind oft mit einem spannenden, meist glitzernden „Extra" versehen. Beigefügte Kosmetika liegen dabei voll im Trend. Von Lipgloss über Lidschatten, Kinderschminke und ganzen Schminksets zur Karnevalszeit bis hin zu Nagellack mit oder ohne Glitzereffekten reicht inzwischen das Sortiment. Seit 2010 stehen diese Beigaben von Kinderzeitschriften verstärkt im Fokus der baden-württembergischen … Read more
Supports company’s strategy to enhance its personal care portfolio with high-performance, claims-driving ingredients
Dr. Ralph Schimpf, Corporate Director Prototype Development, R&D, at Beiersdorf shows how innovation is managed at Beiersdorf and gives examples for successful launches which came out of this process. Reports and interviews – check the COSSMA TV video clips! COSSMA – your eyes and ears in the market. Your computer needs only a "broadband" (DSL) … Read more
Alexander Kielbassa and Dr. Anja-Martina Bohlmann of Merck put forward some innovative concepts for protection against solar radiation and from insects. Read more in their article in the June issue of COSSMA magazine. photo: Front cover picture: Cbenjasuwan/Shutterstock.com
Solar Beauty was the in-focus theme at this year’s In-Cosmetics show in Barcelona, which was presented in a new format. Imogen Matthews, consultant to In-Cosmetics, summarizes the main results of the event with its panel discussions and product presentations. photo: Gillette
Silab has opened Silab South America, its new promoting platform in São Paulo, Brazil, in June 2012. This entity will be dedicated to the promotion of the company’s natural cosmetic active ingredients towards all direct customers and to the management of distributors in place and to be, and so, for the whole South American territory. … Read more
Irina Barbalova, Head of Beauty and Personal Care Research at Euromonitor, presents current trends and innovation in the personal care markets world-wide. Reports and interviews – check the COSSMA TV video clips! COSSMA – your eyes and ears in the market. Your computer needs only a "broadband" (DSL) connection with at least 500 Kbits/sec, a … Read more
Advertisement
Apollo’s Silicone Brush Pump from Quadpack transforms your formula into a luxurious, soft-textured foam, that spreads easily onto the skin by way of a smooth silicone applicator. Forget creams, lotions or wipes – for deep cleansing treatments, there’s nothing like foam. Apollo’s Silicone Brush Pump from international cosmetics packaging provider Quadpack transforms your formula into … Read more
In an interview with COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss, Uli Osterwalder from BASF outlines the latest changes in the field of sun protection, such as the FDA’s simplification of UV-A testing. He also highlights the latest product trends. photo: Haveseen/Shutterstock.com