News
French health agency moves to ban or curb a series of phthalates
Laws & regulations
To prevent previously unregulated yet potentially harmful phthalates from substituting those already banned or restricted, French Agency...
Medmix appoints Jennifer Dean as Head of its Beauty Business Unit
Industry buzz
The company specializing in high-precision delivery devices has appointed Jennifer Dean as new Head of its Beauty Business Unit,...
Texen and Lancôme renew creative synergy for Lash Idôle Curl Goddess
Industry buzz
Luxury beauty packaging manufacturer Texen has applied its industrial expertise to create the new pack of Lancôme’s latest mascara, Lash...
APC Packaging marks 20 years and takes center stage at Luxe Pack Los Angeles
Packaging & design
The U.S. primary packaging provider is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Founded in 2006 as a family-run business, the company has...
’Unofficial’ talks on plastic pollution treaty to begin in Japan
Industry buzz
Delegates from around 20 countries will hold three days of "informal" talks in Japan from Sunday aimed at salvaging efforts towards a...
“Our innovations help us create unique signatures”, Samantha Mane
Companies & industry
Rooted in naturalness and resolutely independent and agile, French perfume and aroma manufacturer Mane banks on innovation to drive its...
Clariant remains cautious on 2026 prospects amid market headwinds
Industry buzz
The Swiss specialty chemicals group Clariant is adopting a cautious stance toward 2026 amid uncertainty over U.S. tariffs, which are...
Felipe Araya takes over as Eurofragance’s Europe, Africa and Turkey GM
Industry buzz
The Spanish fragrance house has tapped Felipe Araya as General Manager for Europe, Africa and Turkey (EAT). The creation of this new role...
With AI Shade Finder, Clarins seeks to further elevate the in-store experience
Industry buzz
Building on the launch of AI Skin Observer, dedicated to skin diagnostics, Clarins is further advancing its in-store experience strategy...
Interparfums reaffirms 2026 outlook after strong Q4 performance in 2025
Industry buzz
Interparfums, Inc. reported that fourth-quarter sales rose 7% to US$386 million, while full-year 2025 sales increased 2% to US$1.49...
