News
Rahn launches a new alternative to exfoliating plastic beads
Industry buzz
Switzerland headquartered supplier of cosmetics ingredients Rahn AG is launching Fossil Peeling Powder, a new 100 % natural mechanical...
Study takes step towards a pill able to turn white fat into brown fat
Science, R&D
Of course it won’t provide the numerous health benefits of exercise, but researchers at the Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) have...
Communication: The most memorable beauty campaigns of 2014
Industry buzz
Once again this year, several beauty campaigns set the web abuzz — whether thanks to in-vogue models, celebrity brand ambassadors, famous...
Avon Cosmetics opens first retail showcase in Poland
Industry buzz
Avon Cosmetics, best known for its army of representatives selling from their homes, has opened the doors of its first retail store in...
Belgium, The Netherlands, Austria and Sweden call for a ban on micro-plastics in cosmetics
Environment
At the latest meeting of the EU Environment Council on 17 December 2014, the Belgian, Dutch, Austrian and Swedish delegations, supported...
New Jersey Governor vetoes ban on micro-beads
Industry buzz
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie eventually vetoed bill A-3083/SCS S-2178 that aimed at banning tiny polyethylene particles...
Estée Lauder to acquire high-end skincare brand GlamGlow
Industry buzz
The Estée Lauder group carries on its series of acquisitions. After Le Labo, Rodin olio lusso and Éditions de Parfums Frédéric Malle,...
Oriflame announces plan to address sharp decline in the Rouble
Industry buzz
Highly impacted by recent movements of the Rouble, Oriflame has announced plans to limit the impact of the Russian currency devaluation....
French Competition Authority fines cosmetic and household products makers
Industry buzz
The French Competition Authority has announced record fines against household and cosmetic products makers. According to the...
Winners of 2014 Sustainable Beauty Awards
Industry buzz
Organic Monitor recently announced the winners of its 2014 Sustainable Beauty Awards. The awards give recognition to organisations...
