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Is Middle East war fallout giving Europe’s recycled plastic sector a boost?
Industry buzz
After several turbulent years marked by intense competition from low-cost virgin plastics produced in Asia and the Middle East, is...
La Roche-Posay uses Medicos’ combination of roll-on and dropper for Hyalu B5
Industry buzz
For the packaging of Hyalu B5 Anti-Wrinkle Eye Serum, La Roche-Posay relied on Medicos’ expertise, featuring an original combination of a...
Brazil’s Natura returns to profit in 2025 after completing restructuring
Industry buzz
The Brazilian group Natura reported a net profit of 463 million reais (USD 87 million) in 2025, reversing a loss of 644 million reais...
TotalEnergies pushes plastic “chemical recycling”, despite criticism
Environment
At its former oil refinery in Grandpuits, France, TotalEnergies is converting plastic packaging waste into a paste and then into...
Spring’s edition of Notes Shanghai to ignite niche fragrance scene, April 2–5
Industry buzz
Shanghai readies to welcome the global fragrance community as Notes Shanghai—Asia’s leading fragrance fair—returns to the West Bund...
Kayali celebrates new Eden fragrances with Los Angeles party
Industry buzz
Mona Kattan’s fragrance brand, Kayali brought its signature playful spirit to Los Angeles with a party celebrating the launch of its two...
Kao’s Bioré taps K-pop boy band Stray Kids for its South Korea market debut
Industry buzz
Japan’s beauty group Kao Corporation is expanding the global presence of its skincare brand Bioré with a launch in South Korea — a key...
Aptar appoints Gael Touya as its next CEO, Stephan B. Tanda to retire
Industry buzz
Gael Touya, has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Aptar Group, effective September 1, 2026. He will succeed Stephan...
Paris hosts in-cosmetics Global this April for a glimpse on tomorrow’s beauty
Ingredients & formulation
The leading international trade fair dedicated to cosmetic and personal care ingredients returns to Paris from April 14 to 16, 2026. Over...
Puig reshuffles top management; José Manuel Albesa named CEO
Industry buzz
The Barcelona-based beauty and fashion group has decided to split the roles of chief executive and board chairman. This decision aligns...
