Cosmetics giant L'Oreal has reportedly challenged eBay, in five
European countries, for failing to combat the sale of counterfeit
goods through its internet auction website.
Virginia based packaging company, MeadWestvaco, has announced its
acquisition of Keltec Dispensing Systems, which specializes in
airless packaging systems.
Heat-shrink labels with integrated holograms could help the
personcal care industry in the fight against counterfeiting and
forgery, the manufacturers claim.
An ambitious expansion programme seems to be paying off for the
Swedish direct sales firm, Oriflame, as both sales and operating
profits register significant growth.
A leading Filipino personal care player has announced its aim to
expand further into international markets for natural-based
products; a move it hopes to fund through its share flotation.
Indian scientists have found a natural-based ancient Ayurvedic
remedy for hair loss that outperforms the commercial competition,
cashing in on the growing popularity for natural products and the
extensive market for hair loss treatments.
The recent scare over tainted toothpaste imported from China is
forcing US authorities to mount pressure on the China government to
impose restrictions and increase vigilance over imports of gray
market goods that continue to flood...
As more and more skin care and vitamin manufacturers tap into the
growing trend for alternative beauty options, the cosmeceutical
industry is booming - however, the UK is lagging behind other
countries in Europe due to strict regulations...
Male grooming has reached such heights that a new term has been
coined for the section of men that are outside of the traditional
brackets. The 'Ubersexual man' is said to be a potential goldmine
for global manufacturers...
Procter & Gamble said that net quarterly sales were up 8 per
cent to $18.69bn, driven by double-digit growth in the baby &
family care division and high single-digit sales growth in the
beauty and blades and razors division.
Sweden based direct sales company, Oriflame has posted strong Q1
sales growth, achieved by a concerted recruitment drive in all
areas, and promotions associated with the company's 40th
anniversary.
The Federation of European Direct Selling Association (FEDSA) has
attended a meeting with the EC to seek a reform of consumer
protection legislation in Europe, to allow for global cosmetic
companies to more freely retail in these...
Although China has long been tipped as the next big market for
international cosmetics companies to target, experts are now
turning their focus on Indonesia and Turkey as the next hotly
tipped place for investment.
It comes as no surprise that a main theme of In-Cosmetics 2007 was 'Natural and Organic' ingredient alternatives. However, it was noticeable that many manufacturers were starting to diversify in this category - highlighting the benefits of Marine...
The UK's leading health and Beauty store, Alliance Boots, is due to
be sold into the private sector, following the backing of board
members of a £10.6bn take-over bid.
Following recent news that Japanese players are becoming
increasingly prevalent in the global top ten cosmetics ranking,
Kanebo has announced that it will now aggressively step up its
business worldwide.
The market for Halal cosmetics is growing on a global basis, but
nowhere is this trend more pronounced than in the Middle East,
where conscientious consumers are specifically searching out Halal
endorsed products.
Momentive Performance Materials has launched a new ingredient for
the skin care segment - Silsoft E-Pearl emulsion - a non-ionic
emulsion with sensory benefits as well as skin lightening
capabilities.
The European Travel Retail Council (ETRC) has been lobbying the
European Parliament in a bid to sort out 'transfer passenger
problems' that are said to be affecting duty-free sales of cosmetic
and fragrance products.
An unlikely trend amongst hair care manufacturers may be emerging
thanks to an innovative UK hair salon, which has recently
introduced a new treatment that uses semen derived from bulls as a
lead ingredient - marketed towards the...
The global market for biocides used in the production of personal
care products has grown by 40 per cent since 1996 to reach a value
$570m, despite the fact that growth in demand is falling in the US.
From 31st March all passengers flying in and out of
Australia will be limited to taking on board cosmetics and any
other liquids that are less than 100ml in size.
L'Oreal has yet again reported booming operating profits, driven by
lucrative acquisitions such as natural cosmetics company, The Body
Shop and product innovations – but despite the continued rise, net
earnings came in below...
Sales of cosmetics, toiletries and fragrances in France grew at 5.7
per cent in 2006, the fastest rate of increase in five years and a
figure that puts it well ahead of average industry growth, both
within France and the European...
Anti-aging skin care, currently the biggest driving force for
industry growth, is now branching out into the hair care segment,
as the latest launch from California-based Jan Marini Skin Research
proves.
Avon's turn around is starting to happen, after the company
reported a 9 per cent boost in sales for the fourth quarter on the
back of strong fragrance and color sales.
US-based GE Energy Financial Services yesterday confirmed it would
take a majority interest in Idex Aquaservices, a France-based
supplier of purified water to the food, beverage and
cosmeticsindustries.
Allergic reactions to hair dyes are reaching new heights as more
and more young people become preoccupied with altering their
outward appearance, according to a recent study by the British
Medical Journal this week.
Profits are up at Estee Lauder, prompting the company to increase
its full-year outlook, driven by strong sales growth in all
categories together with the benefits of cost saving initiatives.
Not only has the acquisition of Gillette helped global giant
Procter & Gamble to boost its sales, subsequent synergies and
consolidation have helped the company achieve strong profit growth.
In line with huge growth in the market for cosmetics and toiletries
and the recent scare of the P&G SK-II skin care line, China
authorities have more than doubled the number of banned substances
for formulations.
L'Oreal has met its targets for 2006 after reporting a strong
fourth quarter results, driven by renewed vigour in the Western
European markets and a continued strong performance in new markets
such as Russia and China.
Preventative health care trends are driving the US vitamin B
market, but niche areas like nutricosmetics and anti-ageing skin
creams could form part of a successful differentiation strategy for
the future, according to a new report...
US cosmetic producers are seeking new ways to cut operating costs
and increase competitiveness in the face of another tough trading
year, says PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Cosmetics giant L'Oreal has added three new members to its
executive committee, in a move aimed at emphasizing its focus on
the group's active cosmetics division, together with the increasing
importance of the Asian and...
Large multi-national cosmetic companies in developing markets are
at risk of being overhauled by smaller, local businesses due to la
ack of confidence in policies and growing consumer loyalty to the
smaller brands, according to a...
Italian salon hair care manufacturer Alfaparf Milano has taken on a
new distributor in the all-important Florida market, where it is
now looking to expand its operations.
Manufacturers of cellulose ether should be gearing up towards the
demands of European personal care manufacturers as new applications
within the sector broaden the scope for this innovative and
broad-ranging ingredient.
Avon Products has filed a new report with the US Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) outlining the latest initiatives for its
ongoing restructuring plan, leading to further charges of up to
$15m for redundancy and organizational...
The rapid evolution of the natural and organics cosmetic market in
Europe and the US is leading to increasing opportunities for
Western companies in the Asian market.
This year L'Oreal, the world's largest cosmetic player, increased
its footprint in the naturals and organic market with the purchase
of The Body Shop and Sanoflore - acquisitions that are likely to
lead to further activity...
By 2010 China is set to surpass South Korea as the second biggest
market for global leader Estee Lauder, according to a company
executive based in China.
The forthcoming Cosmbolleza & Wellness expo, due to take place
in Barcelona next March, is set to be the biggest yet, with a 25
per cent increase in exhibitors and a rise in the number of
professional visitors forecast by the...
As the China market for direct sales opens its doors to more and
more international companies, the number of players trying to tap
into what is tipped to be a thriving growth market has swelled
after US businesses Mary Kay and Amway...
With world leading market growth China has long been the focus for
international cosmetics producers. But as the market there evolves,
it seems that a new-found confidence amongst rban Chinese males is
causing them to spend more and...
Marketing may be even more important for the cosmetics industry
than new product development, say insiders - and the giants are
egging the latest trends to attract the holiday season consumer.
A recent Euromonitor report has suggested that it is the image
conscious female consumer that is driving the recent sales surge in
beauty supplements, a surge that looks set to continue with
persisting emphasis being placed on personal...
Germany-based cosmetics and home care producer Henkel has announced
strong results, driven higher by a particularly good performance
from its cosmetics division.