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Jan 11, 2012 - Cosmetics Industry Wrap Up for 2011 by Nick Morante
Wonderful things happened in the cosmetics and personal care industry in 2011, with a marked improvement over 2010. And this time companies can’t use the economy as an excuse for slow movement. ...
Sep 7, 2011 - Halal Beauty – The Next Steps by Amanda Foxon-Hill
Being able to choose Halal when it comes to cosmetic purchases is still a relatively new concept with the vast majority of brands yet to celebrate their fifth birthday. However, with the worlds Muslim...
Jul 13, 2011 - Peptides in Cosmetic Use by SpecialChem
Peptides are short linear chains of two to about fifty amino acids. They occur naturally in all living beings and usually exert highly specific biological activity, based and dependent on the exact... (3 Member Reactions)
Jun 8, 2011 - Natural Vs Nature Identical - Can the skin tell the difference? by Amanda Foxon-Hill
When it comes to formulating a cosmetic product the actives or bits that fulfil all of those fluffy promises can consume some serious coin and that's why it pays to make sure that your body can...
May 18, 2011 - Closing the Sensory Gap Between Silicone and Carbon Chemistry by Amanda Foxon-Hill
As our desire for natural deepens research into sustainable, more efficient, more effective or more ‘copy friendly’ ingredients makes more and more sense and while it pays to remember that not all... (6 Member Reactions)
Apr 13, 2011 - Can cosmetics ever be good for you? by Amanda Foxon-Hill
It is common for cosmetics to claim to nourish, feed and fortify the skin but is that really possible? The skin is a pretty amazing organ and one that contains a number of self-help mechanisms and... (4 Member Reactions)
Mar 23, 2011 - Hair Care Value Attracts Consumers by Nancy Jeffries
Hair care products have become particularly versatile in today's market. They target special needs, with everything from moisturizing shampoos and conditioners, to glosses, humidity-defying treatment...
Mar 16, 2011 - Baby Care Nurtures with Nature by Nancy Jeffries
The Baby Care market is showing growth, particularly in the areas of naturals and sun care. It is strengthening its foothold with products that appeal to consumers' consciousness regarding performance...
Dec 22, 2010 - What's New in Haircare Formulations? by Imogen Matthews
The global haircare market grew by 3.3% in 2009, according to Euromonitor. Haircare was one of the worst affected by the economic downturn and manufacturers have been reluctant to... (11 Member Reactions)
Dec 15, 2010 - The Convergence of Medicine & Beauty by Karen Young
"As more and more physicians and pharmaceutical companies join the skincare market, the consumer’s expectations are teased even further. Stem cells, BioMarking, DNA sequencing and Pharmacogenetics... (2 Member Reactions)
Dec 8, 2010 - Consumers Choose Naturals by Nancy Jeffries
Consumers are making their preferences known for natural and organic beauty and personal care. Growing concern about chemicals in beauty and personal care products continues to spur manufacturers and...
Oct 13, 2010 - A review of the Latin American markets by Imogen Matthews
Brazil leads the Latin American economy and is the third largest beauty and personal care market globally. Fragrance is one of the fastest growing sectors in Brazil, according to Euromonitor. ABIHPEC...
Sep 29, 2010 - Ethnic Makeup by Nick Morante
When we talk about ethnic cosmetics, specifically ethnic makeup, we are focusing on products that are marketed towards African American, Hispanic, Asian, Middle Eastern and Native American women. It... (1 Member Reaction)
Sep 22, 2010 - Nutriceutical Trends by Karen Young
As skincare in developed markets becoming increasingly high tech and medically focused, a counter trend is occurring: Food!Whether it’s ingestible skin supplements or topically applied food that has...
Sep 8, 2010 - Easier Formulating with Natural and Organic Ingredients by Nick Morante
Formulating with natural and organic ingredients and being able to create an organic formulation is becoming so much easier. This is because the availability of natural and certified organic... (1 Member Reaction)
Sep 1, 2010 - Multicultural Beauty by Nancy Jeffries
Multi-hued beauty is one of the most dynamic growth areas in the cosmetics arena today. No longer the domain of any single group, the multicultural or ethnic consumer, which includes, but is not...
Jul 21, 2010 - Panacea 2010 International expo and symposium on “naturals” by Vispi Kanga
Panacea 2010, is the only prominent trade show and international symposium on “naturals” in South Asia which took place in Mumbai, India from February 10 to12, 2010. This 4th international expo...
Jun 23, 2010 - Suppliers’ Day Reigns Supreme in New Jersey by Nancy Jeffries
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) presented Suppliers' Day 2010, May 11-12, 2010, at The New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, Edison, New Jersey. A newly expanded and enhanced addition...
Apr 28, 2010 - Foam Boosters and Stabilizers by Nick Morante
Foam can be considered a function of saturating a liquid with a gas using some pressure or agitation. But you’ll see this action when you agitate a bar of soap under water. The result is foam which... (1 Member Reaction)
Apr 7, 2010 - Hair Care’s New Value Proposition by Nancy Jeffries
Enhanced value propositions continue to attract consumers as the economic slowdown gives pause for thought. Consumers are seeking, and finding, advanced products, with targeted benefits, at accessible... (1 Member Reaction)

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