News
Nielsen: global consumer confidence holds steady to close 2013
Industry buzz
Global consumer confidence held steady at 94 for three consecutive quarters, ending 2013 one point higher than it started (Q1 2013) and...
Tralala, a new Penhaligon’s
Industry buzz
With this joyful and playful name, Penhaligon’s celebrates Meadhaw Kirchoff’s kitsch and unconventional London fashion. For nine seasons...
France: another year of decrease for the prestige beauty market
Markets & trends
The turnover of cosmetics sold in the selective channel decreased by 1.5% in 2013 compared to the previous year, thus recording its...
Greentech: a botanical alternative to zinc pyrithione
Ingredients & formulation
Derived from the bark of a Brazilian tree, Dandrilys targets dandruffs and irritated scalps. According to Greentech, it is an efficient...
REN Clean Skincare partners with Nocibé to grow in France
Companies & industry
As of March 10, 2014, the London-based skin care brand will be sold in all Nocibé shops across France. By becoming the leading French...
Gojo acquires Laboratoires Prodene Klint
Industry buzz
Gojo, a US-based expert of hand hygiene (soaps, hand sanitizers, etc.) products, has acquired French manufacturer of professional...
Japan and the USA under pressure to end animal testing for cosmetics
Laws & regulations
Cruelty Free International and The Body Shop have presented a petition containing one million signatures to the Japanese Minister of...
An antiseptic mascara brush
Innovation & new products
The company Strand Cosmetics Europe has developed an antiseptic mascara brush. Main advantages, a significant improvement in the...
Quadpack combines wood and glass in a Double Roll-On for fragrances
Industry buzz
With its new Double Roll-On for fragrances, Quadpack has opted for luxury and sensuality. The new applicator features two glass...
Sleever International offers solutions for aerosol customization
Industry buzz
At the upcoming Aerosol Forum trade show, which will be held in Paris (Porte de Champerret), 5 and 6 February 2014, Sleever International...
