Cosmetics International Cosmetic Products Report back issues from December 2008:
Elizabeth Arden fragrance proves Pretty amazing.(World)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Elizabeth Arden's latest scent for women, Pretty, is not only the company's first simultaneous global fragrance launch, it is also the first to use a new floral ingredient, Petalia. Petalia is a new floral molecule developed by fragrance house Givaudan that is said to infuse the ...
Oriflame creates a Night to remember with latest scent.(S8 Night)(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Strengthening its male fragrance portfolio, Swedish direct seller Oriflame has created S8 Night to reflect the elegance and style of today's metropolitan man. A sophisticated and refined fragrance created by well known perfumer Jean Jacques, the fragrance takes its name from its ...
Issey Miyake on cloud nine.(FRAGRANCE: World)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Parfums Issey Miyake has announced the next release in its L'Eau D'Issey range with Une Goutte de Nuage or a drop of cloud. Set to debut in spring 2009, the fragrance was created by perfumer at Firmenich Daphne Bugey, who was challenged to create the smell of a cloud. ...
Parfums Azzaro will introduce Twin, a masterbrand, starting in January.(FRAGRANCE: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Parfums Azzaro will introduce Twin, a masterbrand, starting in January. The duo follows the launch of Now, which made its debut last year. Like the Now scents, the Twin fragrances are packaged in curved, arching bottles, which are meant to fit neatly into the palm of a hand. ...
Italian jewellery and fragrance house Bulgari is drawing on the reviving and energising powers of jade with its latest fragrance.(FRAGRANCE: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Italian jewellery and fragrance house Bulgari is drawing on the reviving and energising powers of jade with its latest fragrance. Pencilled in for a spring 2009 launch, Omnia Green Jade was created by Alberto Morillas to exude vivacious, ...
Flora is the name of the new Gucci women's scent inspired by the black and white print of the same name.(FRAGRANCE: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Flora is the name of the new Gucci women's scent inspired by the black and white print of the same name. Launching next April, top notes include of citrus and peony, a heart of rose and osmanthus--a Chinese flower with a distinct floral fruit and leather aroma--and ...
Following the opening of its first UK store in October, family-owned Spanish jewellery house Tous is broadening its portfolio.(FRAGRANCE: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Following the opening of its first UK store in October, family-owned Spanish jewellery house Tous is broadening its portfolio. Leading the way, Marta Tous, one of four Tous daughters, has launched two ...
The latest scent from Moschino is called Glamour and boasts top notes of tangerine flower, wormwood and sea salt.(FRAGRANCE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... The latest scent from Moschino is called Glamour and boasts top notes of tangerine flower, wormwood and sea salt. Heart notes are exotic featuring hibiscus, cattleya orchid and waterlily. The delicate ...
Former British model Melinda Messenger has launched her first fragrance, designed for any time that a woman wants to feel 'Delightful'.(FRAGRANCE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Former British model Melinda Messenger has launched her first fragrance, designed for any time that a woman wants to feel 'Delightful'. Created with Jigsaw ESR Delightful is ...
Clinique feels the surge.(SKIN CARE: World)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Clinique is using a new technology in its latest moisturiser called sirutin (pioneered by parent company Estee Lauder RSD), which is said to help slow down the skin's signs of ageing while promoting its natural ability to repair itself. New Youth Surge spf 15 Age Decelerating ...
Lancaster has introduced an anniversary edition Differently Intense Cure products to celebrate the first anniversary of the range's launch.(SKIN CARE: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Lancaster has introduced an anniversary edition Differently Intense Cure products to celebrate the first anniversary of the range's launch. These include the Differently ...
Olaz (P&G) has relaunched its Total Effects care line with a new formula in order to counteract the natural aging process more effectively.(SKIN CARE: Germany)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Olaz (P&G) has relaunched its Total Effects care line with a new formula in order to counteract the natural aging process more effectively. New packaging was already introduced in September. The new formula contains 75 per cent more of the anti-ageing vitamin niacinamid (a form of B3)in ...
Make-up artist Jemma Kidd and her professional team have launched the new "Skin-telligent" Pro Team collection in Space NK.(SKIN CARE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Make-up artist Jemma Kidd and her professional team have launched the new "Skin-telligent" Pro Team collection in Space NK. The new skin-telligent range includes the Skin Rescue BioComplex Veil spf 15 (32 [pounds sterling]), an all-in-one anti-ageing moisturiser, prep, primer, ...
Brushing up on concealer.(COLOUR COSMETICS: World)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Benefit has recently launched a slew of new cosmetics in time for the gift-giving season. These include the new powder-flage powder concealer set (19.50 [pounds sterling]), which is a light-diffusing powder concealer for under eyes and face. The set comes with instructions and a ...
Perfumes y Diseno has also helped Tous to move into make-up.(COLOUR COSMETICS: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Perfumes y Diseno has also helped Tous to move into make-up. Tous Colors comprises a lipstick, ...
Maybelline Jade (L'Oreal) has prepared for the exciting berry tones and shimmering colour mixes of the winter look 2008 with New York Winter Nights in a limited edition.(COLOUR COSMETICS: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Maybelline Jade (L'Oreal) has prepared for the exciting berry tones and shimmering colour mixes of the winter look 2008 with New York Winter Nights in a limited edition. Eyes will be on the eyes as the centre of attraction. Therefore the new Eyestudio Quarttro concept was created to enable ...
Inspired by the queen of rock and roll, Tina Turner, Susan Posnick's ColorForever in TINA takes centre stage for its launch in February 2009.(COLOUR COSMETICS: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Inspired by the queen of rock and roll, Tina Turner, Susan Posnick's ColorForever in TINA takes centre stage for its launch in February 2009. The tantalising toffee toned lip colour at one end ...
Rimmel London is launching Loose Powder Foundation in its Lasting Finish Minerals range.(COLOUR COSMETICS: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Rimmel London is launching Loose Powder Foundation in its Lasting Finish Minerals range. Available from 31 December, the formulation is made of over 95% of minerals that blends ...
Nail care company Zoya is on its metal for spring 2009.(COLOUR COSMETICS: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Nail care company Zoya is on its metal for spring 2009. Its Flourish collection comprises six metallic shades, including Richelle (sparkling ...
Elysambre natural make-up range recently launched in the UK and is available in John Bell & Croyden and health food stores nationwide.(COLOUR COSMETICS: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Elysambre natural make-up range recently launched in the UK and is available in John Bell & Croyden and health food stores nationwide. The range is Ecocert Bio certified as well as refillable (refills sold separately from ...
Mad Beauty has launched a range of products for cuticles that contain a natural mineral oil to help keep cuticles in good condition.(COLOUR COSMETICS: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Mad Beauty has launched a range of products for cuticles that contain a natural mineral oil to help keep cuticles in good condition. Q-Tickles are ...
Cosmetics company Elizabeth Arden is offering a fresh approach to mineral make-up.(COLOUR COSMETICS: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Cosmetics company Elizabeth Arden is offering a fresh approach to mineral make-up. The company says its new fresh ground technology makes Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation SPF20 the purest, non-drying perfect application product. The foundation is housed in a ...
Estee Lauder's new Nutritious Vita-Mineral Loose Powder SPF15 makeup and Nutritious Vita-Mineral Liquid SPF10 makeup are two new skin-loving makeup products that use the best of Estee Lauder's skincare technology.(COLOUR COSMETICS: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Estee Lauder's new Nutritious Vita-Mineral Loose Powder SPF15 makeup and Nutritious Vita-Mineral Liquid SPF10 makeup are two new skin-loving makeup products that use the best of Estee Lauder's skincare technology. Both products are said to instantly erase the signs of fatigue and enhance ...
The new art of bathing.(BODY CARE: World)
Dec 01, 2008 ... La Prairie says it has elevated bathing to a new level of luxury with its Art of the Bath set. The white lacquered box houses Cellular Bath Foam and Cellular Bath and Body Oil, both of which claim to stimulate the skin's natural regeneration process with nutrients such as ...
Johnson's is making several changes to its body care offering in 2009.(BODY CARE: US)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Johnson's is making several changes to its body care offering in 2009. To start, Johnson's Body Care body wash and lotion items are changing from white containers to coloured ones and the new containers all use the words "Body Care" under the Johnson's logo to highlight that ...
Luxury organics company Neom has created a new line of bath oils based on its best selling body oil fragrances.(BODY CARE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Luxury organics company Neom has created a new line of bath oils based on its best selling body oil fragrances. The five bath oils include Tranquility with lavender, sweet basil and jasmine, Refresh with Sicilian lemon and basil, and Restore, which contains jasmine, ginger and ...
RioBlush has repackaged and relaunched its City Girl Firming Leg Shimmer.(BODY CARE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... RioBlush has repackaged and relaunched its City Girl Firming Leg Shimmer. The product is described as a "stunning combination of leg ...
Darphin is introducing its first Age-Defying Lip Balm.(BODY CARE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Darphin is introducing its first Age-Defying Lip Balm. Featuring a comfortable texture and delicate scent, it has a balance of oils (sunflower, ...
L'Oreal goes sulphate-free.(HAIR CARE: US)
Dec 01, 2008 ... L'Oreal Paris is looking to boost its hair care business with the launch of EverPure, a hair care line targeting colour-treated hair with formulas that are free of sulphates. EverPure uses five naturally derived surfactants that create a rich lather, while masks and conditioners ...
Premium Swiss hair care brand Marlies Moller is introducing a Vitamin Scalp Energizer to its Pashmisilk Delight range.(HAIR CARE: Europe)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Premium Swiss hair care brand Marlies Moller is introducing a Vitamin Scalp Energizer to its Pashmisilk Delight range. The serum, that contains caffeine and ...
Australian hairdresser of the year Kevin Murphy has created a weightless moulding resin to combine control with modern movement.(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Australian hairdresser of the year Kevin Murphy has created a weightless moulding resin to combine control with modern movement. Session.Spray contains natural essential oils such as Hedera Helix ...
The L'Oreal Paris RSD team says it has found a solution for damaged hair and have patented a combination of molecules called Ceramide-Cement, a replica of the natural cement found in hair.(HAIR CARE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... The L'Oreal Paris RSD team says it has found a solution for damaged hair and have patented a combination of molecules called Ceramide-Cement, a replica of the natural cement found in hair. The ingredient is able to fill gaps in the hair shaft, leaving hair stronger. ...
Aromatherapy Associates has introduced its first retail version of Enrich Hair Oil.(HAIR CARE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Aromatherapy Associates has introduced its first retail version of Enrich Hair Oil. The oil is said to restore the hair's natural health, adding gloss and shine to dry, weather-damaged or out of condition hair. Brazilian murumuru butter helps retain moisture and ...
Jason Natural Cosmetics has launched a new salon hair care and styling collection complete with new-look Jason packaging.(HAIR CARE: UK)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Jason Natural Cosmetics has launched a new salon hair care and styling collection complete with new-look Jason pack aging. There are four variants: moisturising, volumising, smoothing and curl define. The moisturising products (including shampoo and conditioner) use sea kelp and ...
Hugo Boss in its element.(MEN'S PRODUCTS: World)
Dec 01, 2008 ... With Hugo Element, Procter & Gamble wanted to create a very urban fragrance and immersed itself in the world of creatives in their 20s and 30. "We went to the big metropolises and tried to understand what they do when they are working, relaxing, recharging in cities like London, New York, ...
With the tagline: 60% of the time, it works every time, what man or Will Farrell fan--could resist Sex Panther Cologne?(MEN'S PRODUCTS: US)
Dec 01, 2008 ... With the tagline: 60% of the time, it works every time, what man or Will Farrell fan--could resist Sex Panther Cologne? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Thanks to a partnership between Paramount Pictures, Omni Consumer Products and Romane Fragrances the fictional fragrance from ...
American men's grooming brand Zirh has created a soap collection based on men's favourite cocktails.(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... American men's grooming brand Zirh has created a soap collection based on men's favourite cocktails. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed by Chad Lavigne, the five soaps include Cucumber Martini, a blend of soothing cucumber and astringent lime and vitamin C. Deep red ...
Quirky UK colour brand Taxi has added another product to its men's range.(eyeliner Disguys introduced by Taxi)(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Quirky UK colour brand Taxi has added another product to its men's range. Following on from Manscara, Taxi has created Disguys, a twist-up concealer designed to disguise blemishes and dark ...
Valois creates world's smallest dispenser.(Elixir the smallest dispenser in the world introduced)(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Elixir is the smallest dispenser in the world, says pump paragon Valois. "It takes us to the very limit of ergonomy," declared Patrick Bousquel, product marketing and innovation manager. The micro dispenser measures just 9.9mm or 13mm for 100[micro]l, allowing thin ...
Alcan offers Make-Up Workshop.(packaging UPDATE)
Dec 01, 2008 ... French beauty packaging expert Alcan says it offers professional make-up expertise with its Make-Up Workshop line. "So many women have beautiful products in their drawer that they don't use because they don't have the tools or know-how," said Michel Limongi, Alcan's creative ...
Sleever stirs the surface for fragrance.(packaging UPDATE)
Dec 01, 2008 ... When Coty asked Sleever International to decorate the glass bottle for its new Playboy fragrance, it presented the sleeving company with an opportunity to use its Skinsleever technology for the first time in perfumery. The embossing technology is said to create a tactile, ...
Gerresheimer's glass act.(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Fascination in Glass was the theme of Gerresheimer's stand. The German glass specialist presented a number of flacons, including Olympic Game, a yellow, asymmetric bottle it created for sports brand adidas' special edition feminine fragrance. The bottle is built on a ...
Germany's Pfeiffer rebrands for future.(The Touch of Beauty)(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... German packaging company Pfeiffer officially launched its new brand image "The Touch of Beauty" at Luxepack. "The new visual says it all," explained senior product manager Christian Hauger. "Our focus is not just pumps but beauty and the touch of beauty. It shows our closeness ...
SGD goes to extremes with Gaia.(packaging UPDATE)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Glass manufacturer SGD says it has developed the first 100% recycled glass dedicated to perfumery and cosmetics. The company collaborated with design agency Extreme Paris to use the glass to create the Gaia range of bottles and jars. Inspired by the goddess of nature, ...
MWV takes premium route.(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Packaging group MWV (MeadWestvaco) unveiled a number of dispensers designed for the premium market. "Aria and Prelude are emblematic of our beauty products," said marketing manager PCP Europe, Eva Martin Fernandez. "We've upgraded them with a gold or silver overshell, making ...
Axilone caps Dior's sporting prowess.(packaging UPDATE)(Brief article)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Part of the Ileos group, Axilone showcased three caps it created for the luxury fragrance market. The company says it has reinvented the category with the cap it developed for Dior Homme Sport With rounded edges and perfectly straight surfaces, the surlyn cap is designed to ...
Crystal clear.(packaging UPDATE)
Dec 01, 2008 ... Swarovski has teamed up with glass expert Saint Gobain to create a fully automated process to apply Crystallised--Swarovski Elements onto glass flacons. The technique applies the loose crystals to medium and high volume projects. The Austrian crystal company has also developed a range of ...
Beauty events ...(Calendar)
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