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Allergenic fragrances found in cosmetics sold as “perfume-free” in Europe
Laws & regulations
A recent study coordinated by the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare (EDQM) of the Council of Europe...
Brand licensing pioneer Pierre Cardin dies aged 98
Industry buzz
French fashion designer Pierre Cardin, hailed for his visionary creations but also for bringing stylish clothes to the masses, died...
Iberchem appoints Guillaume Audy as Sustainability Director
Industry buzz
Spanish-based fragrance manufacturer Iberchem, which was recently took over by Croda, is strengthening its sustainability programme with...
Pandemic lockdown fuels plastic surgery boom in Brazil
Markets & trends
Mirrors don’t lie, nor does the screen during a videoconference: the virus-induced lockdown has led many Brazilians to undergo plastic...
L’Oréal strengthens their Asian business with the acquisition of Takami
Industry buzz
The cosmetics giant has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Takami Co., a Japanese company specializing in premium skincare....
Albéa partners with Omanluxury for the packaging of their new fragrances
Industry buzz
Originally founded in 2012, Omanluxury is a niche perfumery brand taking inspiration from the scents and history of the Sultanate of...
Designer Parfums launches its collection dedicated to the Formula 1
Industry buzz
After having launched a first collection of three limited edition fragrances in 2019, on the occasion of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu...
Google launches virtual makeup testing
Industry buzz
While online shopping has skyrocketed in this pandemic year, virtual makeup testing is now emerging as a must-have tool in the beauty...
Towards a return to basics for the world of beauty in 2021?
Markets & trends
With its lockdowns and safety precautions, the pandemic has totally shaken up beauty routines and might also have changed what was...
Silgan Dispensing introduces suite of sample-size pumps and sprayers
Industry buzz
Silgan Dispensing is launching a series of sample-size pumps and sprayers for lotions and other personal care products. Designed to offer...
