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Unilever set to acquire French cosmetic brand Garancia
Industry buzz
Consumer goods giant Unilever has made a binding offer to acquire Garancia. Founded in 2004 by pharmacist Savéria Coste, Garancia is a...
Natura confirms discussions to acquire Avon
Industry buzz
Brazil’s cosmetics giant Natura has confirmed has confirmed being in preliminary discussions with Avon, the global leader in direct...
Alkos launches bio-based cellulose-made pencils
Innovation & new products
The manufacturer of made in France skincare, make-up and toiletries focused its participation in the latest Cosmopack Bologna show on...
Cosmoprof Bologna sets new records with strong increase of international visitors
Industry buzz
The 2019 edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna, which was held on 14-17 March 2019 for Cosmopack and Cosmo Perfumery & Cosmetics,...
Schwan Cosmetics reinvents itself with 3D-printed solutions and new designs
Companies & industry
At Cosmopack Worldwide Bologna, on 14-17 March 2019, Schwan Cosmetics shown a reinvented profile including new products and services with...
SERAM launches a new offer of customized adhesive plates
Industry buzz
The company specialising ornaments, accessories, gifts and promotional items now offers solutions of customized multi-material and...
Three British trends that could shape the future of beauty around the world
Markets & trends
Microbiome skincare, clean makeup and vegan haircare are driving growth in the UK beauty market and could lead the way of innovation for...
Danish retailer bans fluorinated compounds in all cosmetics
Industry buzz
The Danish subsidiary of retail group Coop has decided to discontinue all purchases of cosmetic and personal care products containing...
French and European authorities in disagreement about the safe use of phenoxyethanol on babies
Laws & regulations
The French National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM) no longer wants so-called "non-rinsed" cosmetics...
Hermès has big ambitions in the luxury beauty market
Industry buzz
Hermès is preparing to make its move on the cosmetics industry. According to several media reports, the luxury fashion brand is in the...
