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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 16, 2010 -
in-cosmetics 2010: trends presentations review
by Imogen Matthews
in-cosmetics celebrated its 20 year anniversary in April 2010 in Paris. The trends presentations are a major draw for visitors, which were well up in numbers compared to the last record set in 2007. ...
Jun 9, 2010 -
Marine ingredients in cosmetics
by Imogen Matthews
Marine-based ingredients are a strong trend in cosmetic formulations with an increasing number of new product launches using ingredients derived from the sea. Mintel’s gnpd has seen algae extracts in...
Apr 14, 2010 -
New "Preservatives"
by Nick Morante
Many natural substances used in cosmetics have their own inherent antimicrobial activity yet they are not considered preservatives. They can be considered multi-purpose ingredients. But an ingredient...
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)
Mar 24, 2010 -
Skincare Forecast Overview
by Karen Young
After a tumultuous 2009, what is the North American Skincare consumer going to be looking for in 2010? Science & Nature still Compete for Prime Time Consumer demand for both naturals and...
Mar 3, 2010 -
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Sustainability Initiatives: the beauty industry is cleaning up
by Fanny Fagot Coste, Organic Monitor
The beauty industry has historically received much criticism for unethical and non-environmentally friendly business practices. However, pressed by consumers who want greener products or retailers...
Jan 13, 2010 -
Neal’s Yard Remedies: an organic future
by Imogen Matthews
Neal’s Yard Remedies is a UK based natural toiletries and remedies company that has the largest range of organic health and beauty products certified by the Soil Association. Currently, over 200 of...
Oct 14, 2009 -
HBA Global Expo in New York: A 360-Degree Industry View
by Nancy Jeffries
The annual HBA Global Expo in New York City, held September 15-17, 2009, featured more than 600 suppliers, and a comprehensive conference and seminar program, representing fragrance, skin care, color...
Sep 30, 2009 -
Mineral Powders – True or False ?
by Nick Morante
This question comes up time and time again. Do mineral powders really contain all minerals? Many, if not all, claim to contain only pure mineral ingredients and pigments. Many cosmetic companies...
(5 Member Reactions)
Sep 16, 2009 -
New launches in natural/organic personal care
by Imogen Matthews
SpecialChem reviews recent new product launches from around the world within the natural/organic cosmetics, toiletries and personal care sectors. Most new natural/organic product launches take place...
(1 Member Reaction)
Sep 9, 2009 -
Cosmetic Regulations in North America - USA & Canada: Update on Legal
by Dr. Annelie Struessmann
The regulatory frameworks for cosmetics for these two nations of North America differ in various principles. Whereas the USA has only a voluntary post-market reporting system, Canada requires a...
Jun 24, 2009 -
Certification & Standards {2}
by Imogen Matthews
The classification of standards for natural and organic beauty products is complex and potentially confusing to consumers. Should a product be described as natural if it contains synthetic...
(1 Member Reaction)
Jun 3, 2009 -
Advances in Natural Colorants
by Nick Morante
We have, over the course of the past couple of years, read about many natural colorants that can be used in cosmetics and personal care products. Many have been around for a very long time and are...
(4 Member Reactions)
Jun 3, 2009 -
IN COSMETICS 2009: New propositions to maintain a competitive advantage
by Patricia Lemann
2009 is the year of the credit crunch, throughout the planet. Faced with this difficult situation, In Cosmetics should be deserted and uninteresting. This is not the case. Every actor understands that...
May 6, 2009 -
Marketing New Products as Organic
by Nick Morante
Whenever I am approached by a prospective client to develop a new formulation or product line for them, a large majority of them ask me to develop this new product and it must be entirely organic.It...
(5 Member Reactions)
Apr 29, 2009 -
Tracking trends in natural/organic beauty {1}
by Imogen Matthews
Probably the most significant trend within the beauty industry today is the growth of natural and organic products. What started out as an extremely niche trend, interesting only to a minority, has...
(4 Member Reactions)
Apr 16, 2009 -
Origins Launches Recycling Program
by Nancy Jeffries
Origins Cosmetics is providing a practical purpose for the empty cosmetic bottles, lipstick tubes and other packaging paraphernalia that consumers have previously tossed in the trash. On April 2,...
(1 Member Reaction)
Mar 25, 2009 -
Johnson & Johnson Brings Science to the Art of Beauty™
by Nancy Jeffries
Science and sustainability are the watchwords at Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Companies, and skin care products remain a top priority. On March 18, 2009, Johnson & Johnson invited journalists...
(2 Member Reactions)
Nov 18, 2008 -
A review of natural/organic standards
by Imogen Matthews
As more and more natural and organic beauty products flood the market, there is growing concern about definitions. Currently, anyone can put the words "natural" or "organic" on their packaging due to...
Nov 12, 2008 -
Active Ingredients for Skin Lightening and Hyperpigmentation Market – Part 1
by Vispi Kanga
Color of the skin is an important attribute of beauty worldwide. The desire to use skin lightening products vary considerably between cultures. Hyperpigmentation is the most common and distressing...
Sep 4, 2008 -
Interview with John Replogle, CEO, Burt's Bees
by Imogen Matthews
Natural beauty brand Burt's Bees' goal to set the standard for natural products was given a huge boost in May 2008 when The Natural Products Association gave its endorsement to the Natural Standard...
Aug 20, 2008 -
Natural or Organic – an ongoing debate Where is the standardization and safety in the cosmetics arena?
by Vispi Kanga
The Cosmetic industry is aware that consumers are trending toward inner and outer well-being, which is impacting their spending behavior and decisions, from the foods they eat to the cosmetics they...
Jul 29, 2008 -
More on Natural Colors
by Nick Morante
I finally have the opportunity to talk about a subject that I know quite well - Color. There still may be some confusion out there as to what constitutes a natural colorant as opposed to a synthetic...
Jul 9, 2008 -
Yves Rocher's Metamorphous
by Laurence BACILIERI
Global awareness, a need for transparency, and a healthier way of life have all changed Yves Rocher's outlook on beauty. One study (Barometre Bio 2007) shows that 77% of the French people believe that...
Jun 25, 2008 -
RESVERATROL Cosmeceutical ingredient with potential
by Vispi Kanga
Resveratrol (RV), a polyphenolic phytoalexin belonging to the group of flavanoids is produced by grapes and other plants in response to an infection or injury. The longer the grape juice is fermented...
Jun 10, 2008 -
The Metamorphosis of YVES ROCHER
by Laurence BACILIERI
"In October 2008, Yves Rocher will launch his new range of facial skincare consisting of 7 bio products 100 %, Cosmébio and Ecocert certified. Yves Rocher lives in the present, a profound...
Apr 23, 2008 -
Natural vs. organic vs. certified organic In Australia
by Greg Milham
There is currently a lot of confusion in the cosmetic and natural skin care market with many companies riding on the back of the growing swell of consumer support for organic products. A few years ago...
Mar 25, 2008 -
Natural Ingredients
by Nick Morante
There will be an e-training course coming up in April based on Natural Ingredients and Products. This trend has become the wave of the future and is here now. The course, which will be held on...
Feb 1, 2008 -
Global Organic Certification
by Nick Morante
Organic certification of ingredients and products is not just a US Department of Agriculture thing it is very much a global happening. Almost every country and local jurisdiction has some type of...
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