Markets & trends
Natural cosmetics: Distribution is key to success in a slowing European market
Natural and organic personal care brands are focusing on distribution as growth in the European market slows. According to Organic...
Mascara, the flagship product of colour cosmetics
What is the situation regarding the use of mascara in the world? Figures available show a fully growing product category, despite...
Cosmetics retail market in Central Europe to grow by 1.5% in 2012
Total sales of cosmetics in Central Europe are forecasted to grow by 1.5% in 2012, compared to 2.3% last year, says market research firm...
Halal cosmetics gain popularity in Asia
The Halal label is gaining popularity in the Asian cosmetics industry with Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, India and Bangladesh being the...
Luxe Pack 2012: sensoriality under the spotlights
Luxury is primarily a matter of surprise for the senses. It is apparently what could conclude from the many innovations presented at the...
Jewellery and niche fragrances shine in the US
Jewellery and niche brands boosted the sales of prestige fragrances in the U.S. a recent report by The NPD Group revealed. While they...
The packaging of luxury brands tries to appeal expert consumers
Four prospective axis were spotted this year by the experts participating in the Luxe Pack Trends Observer, with a common base: the need...
Internet: a challenge and an advantage for selective perfumery
On the occasion of its 50th anniversary, the European Federation of perfumery retail trade (FEPD) held, on October 11 in Paris, a panel...
"Emerging countries will soon represent more than half of the global cosmetics market," Muriel Lartigue,...
According to Muriel Lartigue, Manager Biotechnology, Cosmetics, Health at UBIFRANCE, the cosmetics industry is a key asset for French...
Dassault Systèmes simulates consumers’ in-store shopping experience
Dassault Systèmes just launched “Perfect Shelf”, a new 3D solution devoted to the consumer packaged goods and retail industry. This...
