Global Cosmetic Industry back issues from May 2008:
Loving the group "ah-ha".(STARTING point)(briefs)
May 01, 2008; ... The incandescent lightbulb has long been the symbol for a new idea, for invention and for innovation. We've all seen it happen--a person or team struggles to find a solution and, suddenly, a light comes on. And while we don t actually see a glowing lightbulb floating in the air over our ...
Hair: antiaging, growing and green.(online for MAY)
May 01, 2008 ... Complementing her hair care ingredient feature (Page 60), Nancy Jeffries delves into on-shelf ...
Money on the table.(online for MAY)
May 01, 2008 ... GCI magazine contributor and Jaguar Freight CEO Simon Kaye cites World Trade Organization stats that indicate global import and export merchandise trade is valued at nearly $12 trillion dollars, 75 times larger than in the mid-1960s, and explores why most companies still use the same ...
Why she won't buy naturals.(top articles ONLINE)
May 01, 2008 ... Though natural/organic products seem to dominate beauty headlines, there is a substantial group of consumers loyal to ...
Putting the color in cosmetics sales.(top articles ONLINE)
May 01, 2008 ... The color cosmetics category is one of the most fashion-oriented in the beauty ...
Cosmetics retailing in India: obvious excitement.(top articles ONLINE)
May 01, 2008 ... Increasing brand awareness and demand for high-end products among the growing population makes the Indian cosmetics and ...
What's squirmy, ecologically sound and bound to produce nightmares?(GO! THE INTERSECTION OF WHAT'S NOW AND WHAT'S NEXT.)
May 01, 2008 ... IF YOU SAID metal-eating worms, well, the fact that you got the correct answer is scary in itself. CNN reported that earthworms were used in a pilot project in India to remove toxins from soil. After one year, 300,000 worms reduced the heavy metal content of four acres of waste by 60% ....
The male consumer.(GO! THE INTERSECTION OF WHAT'S NOW AND WHAT'S NEXT.)
May 01, 2008 ... THE MARCH 3 issue of Advertising Age reported Men's Health magazine's study of male consumer habits. In the personal care segment, the findings showed that a majority of men did not recognize that there are grooming products ...
More buzz on bees.(GO! THE INTERSECTION OF WHAT'S NOW AND WHAT'S NEXT.)(Burt's Bees Inc.)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... THE FEBRUARY Go! section, contained an article on the demise of honeybees. Now some new and positive news comes from Mariah Kulp, manager-PR, promotions and licensing, Burt's Bees at Natural Products Expo West. "Last summer when we first started to see [this] becoming an issue, ...
Combat cosmetics.(GO! THE INTERSECTION OF WHAT'S NOW AND WHAT'S NEXT.)
May 01, 2008 ... IN 1943, Pearl Cornioley, code name "Pauline," parachuted into occupied France, commanded 3,000 underground fighters and presided over the surrender of 18,000 German troops--and sold cosmetics. The British Special Operations Executive-trained operative, whose undercover guise was that of a ...
Pick of the litter.(GO! THE INTERSECTION OF WHAT'S NOW AND WHAT'S NEXT.)
May 01, 2008; ... HAS THE BEAUTY industry gone to the dogs? If you're a marketer studying your competitors, you may see that it has. Designer fragrances, hair care products and even nutraceuticals are turning to our four-legged friends for revenue support. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Homespun soap.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Sweet Grass Farm, the New Hampshire-based, natural, online-accessible hath and body company, introduced three new scents of its best-selling Farmhouse Triple Milled Soaps--lavender, white lilac and lemon verbena. Dosed with shea butter, vitamins and moisturizers in the 19th-century ...
Diamond hair.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... NIVEA Hair Care, owned by Beiersdorf AG, launched Diamond Gloss, a range of at-home products composed of fine diamond microparticles to reflect light. The line ...
Wearing masks.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Formulated with a high content of vitamins and minerals, JUARA introduced an Avocado Banana Moisture Mask for a healthier complexion. The tropical-scented exfoliate ...
Lush lips.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Toni Payne Cosmetics introduced Lush Lip Gloss, a relatively weightless, non-sticky and long-lasting lip gloss formula in 12 shades from nude to dark ...
Cold-pressed oil.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Adara, owned by The Sambu Group, introduced a line of organic virgin coconut oils in various fragrances, from unscented to lavender and in between, for both the body and hair. Locking ...
Nature's defense.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Nature's Gate introduced Pomegranate Sunflower shampoo, conditioner and body lotion to defend skin and hair against the elements. A synergy of sunflower and grape seed extracts prevent colored hair from fading in the Hair ...
Magic mascaras.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Milani Cosmetics launched four bold mascaras for thicker eyelashes--some with special waxes and fibers for added volume. Power Lash, Great Lengths, Distinct Lash ...
Gray touch.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008; ... Combe Inc. launched Just for Men Touch of Gray hair treatment. The technology works via oxidation to enable men to reduce the amount of gray in their hair gradually, with a no-mix applicator tube and comb in a five minute process--free of both hydrogen peroxide and ammonia. The treatment ...
AmazingCosmetics opens studio.(BRAND NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Situated outside Chicago, on Libertyville's main drag, AmazingCosmetics opened its first beauty studio--offering hometown appeal with a downtown sense of style. The studio is an opportunity for suburban Chicogoans to shop for Hollywood-endorsed couture makeup without having to battle ...
At the general session of the Personal Care Products Council (formerly the CTFA) annual meeting, industry leaders convened to hear new chairman Daniel J. Brestle, COO, The Estee Lauder Companies Inc., deliver an inaugural speech focused on the council's goals for 2008.(INDUSTRY PROGRESS)
May 01, 2008 ... At the general session of the Personal Care Products Council (formerly the CTFA) annual meeting, industry leaders convened to hear new chairman Daniel J. Brestle, COO, The Estee Lauder Companies Inc., deliver an inaugural speech focused on the council's goals for 2008. Outgoing council ...
Danielle and Company was awarded Best in Show for its All-in-One Organic Soap Garden at the New York International Gift Fair.(INDUSTRY PROGRESS)
May 01, 2008 ... Danielle and Company was awarded Best in Show for its All-in-One Organic Soap ...
Unilever.(INDUSTRY PROGRESS)
May 01, 2008 ... Unilever announced it will combine home and personal care and foods into a single category structure. Central and Eastern Europe will now ...
Beiersdorf AG and logistics service provider Kuehne + Nagel signed an agreement for Kuehne + Nagel to take over the management of the main warehouse for its German market.(INDUSTRY PROGRESS)
May 01, 2008 ... Beiersdorf AG and logistics service provider Kuehne + Nagel signed an agreement for Kuehne + Nagel to take over the management of the ...
Pangea Organics announced a partnership with the nonprofit Teens for Safe Cosmetics.(INDUSTRY PROGRESS)
May 01, 2008 ... Pangea Organics announced a partnership with the nonprofit Teens for ...
SANTE active, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Laboratoires Pierre Fabre, France.(INDUSTRY PROGRESS)
May 01, 2008 ... SANTE active, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Laboratoires Pierre Fabre, ...
ICMAD.(INDUSTRY PROGRESS)
May 01, 2008 ... ICMAD announced it will present the fifth annual Cosmetic Innovators of the Year ...
Men's Zirh.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Zirh Holdings LLC launched Zirh Platinum, eight botanical skin care products for men based around peptides for firmer skin and liposomes for hydration. A luxe line, Zirh Platinum ...
Dramatic lashes.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Genie Beauty introduced TLC Mascara with a dual-sided, large brush for top and bottom lashes. Water-resistant, plumping mascara works with nylon and silica fibers, aloe vera, beeswax ...
Self-tanner.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Xen-Tan launched Transform, a gradual self-tanner that rolls on color for a sun-kissed look. The ...
Hourglass eyes.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Hourglass Cosmetics introduced Calligraphy Liquid Eye Liner, a waterproof, liquid liner with a fine felt tip for controlled application. A botanical blend of rosemary, aloe extracts and more ...
Elixir 365.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Lancaster, part of the Coty Prestige brand portfolio, launched 365 Cellular Elixir--available at select Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Ulta and Lord & Taylor stores--an antioxidant skin care cream that repairs damaged DNA. The ...
Yves glitter.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Yves Rocher, based in France, introduced its Couleurs Nature line that includes glittery, mousse eye shadows said to last up to eight hours. The smooth, pearlescent hues are ...
Antiaging creams.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... SKIN by Monica released Vibrance HGH Creme and The Cure Wrinkle Reducer to help fight the signs of aging. Founded by Los Angeles-based model and actress Monica Olsen, the products restore collagen and relax facial fine lines and wrinkles. Vibrance includes a low dose of the human growth ...
Mary minerals.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Mary Kay launched Mineral Powder Foundation, a buildable base for women desiring blemish coverage and lightweight foundation. Blendable and silky, the powder is available in six ...
Too glamourous.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Too Faced launched several new products in celebration of the cosmetic company's 10th anniversary. Available online and at Sephora stores, the Decade of Glamour Beauty Wardrobe Makeup Collection features highlights of the best of Too Faced's launches from the past 10 years. The boxed set ...
Butter shades.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Butter London introduced its spring/summer 2008 nail polish duo--Billy No Mates, a pale gray; and Chancer, a deep red with a glittery finish. Sold ...
Summer ready.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Fruits & Passion added three products to its Tahitian Monoi skin and hair care line: Monoi Nourishing Milk, a spray-on relief for sunburned skin; Monoi Nourishing Hair Mask, to prevent ...
Tea tree aid.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Organix introduced Tea Tree Mint, a collection of hydrating, scented milk protein-infused hair treatments for over-processed tresses. Products include shampoo, ...
New nail line.(STREET level: new products, promotions and events)
May 01, 2008 ... Del Laboratories and Borghese partnered to launch a nail, hand and foot care line at mass retailers and chain drugstores. The ...
Violet piccola.(FRAGRANCE focus: news about the fragrance industry)
May 01, 2008 ... Principessa Beauty Inc. introduced Isolina, the second signature fragrance in the piccola perfume duo, joining its mate, Bellocia, with peach and vanilla top notes. Housed inside a sleek black tube in a paper carton, Isolina fits in the palm of the hand. Its design ...
Homme spice.(FRAGRANCE focus: news about the fragrance industry)
May 01, 2008 ... Chanel launched a new "white" version of its 1998 Allure Homme men's fragrance. The Allure Homme Edition Blanche includes notes of lemon, ginger, vanilla, sandalwood and more for men of luxury desiring a woody, spicy scent. The bottle's ...
Secretly Canadian.(FRAGRANCE focus: news about the fragrance industry)
May 01, 2008 ... Fruits & Passion, a French-Canadian personal care and home products manufacturer, introduced a trio of fragrances with vivid fruit and musk scents. Blue offers a melon-tinged, sea breeze aroma, while Pink builds upon Blue's foundation and smells crisp with peach head notes. Lastly, Purple ...
CK bloom.(FRAGRANCE focus: news about the fragrance industry)
May 01, 2008 ... Calvin Klein Fragrances, owned by Coty Prestige, launched CK One Summer, a watermelon-scented musk designed by perfumer Harry Fremont of Firmenich. The fragrance is available at Macy's stores and online as an eau de toilette in 3.4 oz bottles ....
Coty Inc. and the Kose Corporation, a Japanese cosmetic company, entered into a licensing agreement to manufacture and distribute Rimmel products in China.(NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Coty Inc. and the Kose Corporation, a Japanese cosmetic company, entered into a licensing agreement to manufacture and distribute Rimmel products in China. Distribution begins in May 2008, starting with Rimmel's cosmetics, which include foundation, lipstick, mascara and eye shadow, to ...
The Fragrance Foundation is offering an advanced course, designed by perfumer Virginia Bonofiglio, to expand the knowledge of existing certified fragrance sales specialists through May 31, 2008.(NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... The Fragrance Foundation is offering an advanced course, designed by perfumer Virginia Bonofiglio, to expand the knowledge of existing ...
Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have implemented a new cosmetic directive that includes adherence to the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Code of Practice for the manufacture and handling of fragrance materials.(NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have implemented a new cosmetic directive that includes adherence to the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Code of Practice for the manufacture and handling of fragrance materials. The directive must be implemented by ...
Kerry Group has entered into a long-term partnership with Dierbergers Oleos Essencias SA of Sao Paulo, Brazil, a company that produces certified organic essential oils, to enhance its position as a supplier of certified organic fragrances, flavors and ingredients.(NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Kerry Group has entered into a long-term partnership with Dierbergers Oleos Essencias SA of Sao Paulo, Brazil, a company that produces certified organic essential oils, to enhance its position as a supplier of certified organic fragrances, flavors and ...
QSLD Paris, the international packaging and design firm known for its fragrance packaging.(NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... QSLD Paris, the international packaging and design firm known for its fragrance ...
Royal Aromatics, Inc. announced it has changed its name to Trilogy Fragrances Inc.(NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Royal Aromatics, Inc. announced it has changed its name to Trilogy Fragrances Inc. to reflect its part in the new ...
The A.M. Todd Company.(NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... The A.M. Todd Company introduced two new alternative ingredients to ...
Frutarom.(PEOPLE)
May 01, 2008 ... Michael Faber to vice ...
drom Fragrances.(PEOPLE)
May 01, 2008 ... Jean Gatignol to general ...
Lint-free pads.(WRAP up: the latest in packaging innovation)
May 01, 2008 ... Qosmedix introduced nonwoven material, lint-free cosmetic pads with a half moon shaped laminate tab that lifts to keep fingers from coming in ...
Soft lip applicator.(WRAP up: the latest in packaging innovation)
May 01, 2008 ... World Wide Packaging Inc. introduced lip gloss tubes with a patented thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) slant tip. According to the company, TPE offers the advantages of both plastic and rubber, and ...
Fragrance caps.(WRAP up: the latest in packaging innovation)
May 01, 2008 ... Axilone created the faceted surlyn PC2000 cap for the Christina fragrance. A black satin bow aligned with the cap ...
Liquid metal look.(WRAP up: the latest in packaging innovation)
May 01, 2008 ... Ampacet has added seven shades to its LiquidMetal Colors line, which gives PET bottles the look of highly reflective metal. The new masterbatches are built around Ampacet's ...
Dreamy.(WRAP up: the latest in packaging innovation)
May 01, 2008 ... Rexam's personal care division created the packaging for Maybelline's Dream Matte Powder. According to Rexam, it is the first side- and vertical-opening case, designed to enhance the convenience of use. The lower section holds the puff, while the top holds the powder--which also has a ...
Shorewood Packaging, a business of International Paper, has opened a new design and development center in Carlstadt, N.J.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Shorewood Packaging, a business of International Paper, has opened a new design and development ...
Arminak & Associates Inc.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Arminak & Associates Inc. unveiled a new eight-color printing process. Additional ...
Inoac Packaging Group.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Inoac Packaging Group opened a manufacturing plant in Monterrey, Mexico. The 110,000-square foot facility ...
CCL Tube Inc.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... CCL Tube Inc. announced it now offers a wide range of decorating capabilities, complementing its standard one-to-eight ...
ColepCCL.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... ColepCCL opened a metal packaging facility in Poland in order to support the growth of its packaging business. The new automated line ...
Innovia Films.(SUPPLIER NEWS)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Innovia Films achieved carbon-neutral status on its full range of NatureFlex coated biodegradable and compostable packaging films. The range of films comprises a transparent cellulose base manufactured from sustainable ...
World Wide Packaging, Inc.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... World Wide Packaging, Inc. now offer in-house six color in-line ...