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Merck addresses skin tone concerns with two new ingredients
Ingredients & formulation
Merck has expanded its portfolio of cosmetic actives to address various skin tone concerns and prevent signs of skin aging. These...
Solev makes Jimmy Choo sparkle
Industry buzz
This version of Jimmy Choo’s iconic bottle (Eau de Parfum, 40ml) boasts a white decoration with metallic reflections on the inside. The...
The hassle of importing cosmetics into China
Laws & regulations
Chinese importation rules for cosmetics are known for their complexity, in particular because the regulatory framework is constantly...
The formulation of green cosmetics remains an obstacle course
Environment
Although the palette of green materials has widened in recent years, Organic Monitor finds cosmetic formulators still have to jump...
Codif gets innovative by focusing on epidermal hyaluronic acid
Industry buzz
Research has concentrated mostly on dermal hyaluronic acid so far, whereas epidermal HA gives very positive results. “The epidermis...
Cosmogen launches Blur, a range of bevelled brushes
Industry buzz
Blur, the new range of five brushes (powder, foundation, concealer, eye shadow, and blending) developed by Cosmogen features new-patented...
SEPPIC launches SEPIWHITE MSH QD to meet regulatory requirements in Japan
Industry buzz
SEPPIC just launched SEPIWHITE MSH QD, an active skin whitening ingredient which has now been registered as an adjuvant for Quasi-Drug...
Mavive associates its colours with Aptar’s Color Code white sprayer
Industry buzz
The Blue (1) and the Green (2) for men, the Pink (3) and the Yellow (4) for women: Mavive has chosen the plastic sprayer with multiple...
Pitti Fragranze: strong rise of international visitors
Industry buzz
Pitti Fragranze, the Pitti Immagine fair-event dedicated to niche perfumery, which gathered 211 exhibitors on 13-15 September 2013 in...
Symrise names head of sales and sustainability strategy for scent and care
Industry buzz
Anne Cabotin has been appointed Vice President Sales Fragrances and Oral Care for Southern Europe. Headquartered in Paris, she will be...
