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Natural Remedies Extends Reach into South Korea

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:28:26 PDT

BANGALORE, India—Natural Remedies announced it selected an ingredient distributor to serve South Korea. Under terms of the sales and marketing agreement, South Korea-based Newtree will distribute Natural Remedies’ branded herbal ingredients, standardized botanical extracts and cosmeceutical ingredients into the health care and personal care industries.“We are pleased to announce that ...(122 words)

Skinvisible Granted Patent for Invisicare

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:38:46 PDT

LAS VEGAS—Skinvisible Inc. was granted a comprehensive patent in China for Invisicare®, Skinvisible's polymer delivery system that enhances topically delivered products. This patent covers the areas of “Topical Composition”, “Topical Composition Precursor” and “Methods for Manufacturing and Using”.This patent in China will assist Skinvisible in solidifying on-going negotiations with potential ...(423 words)

Beraca, DeWolf Increase North American Distribution

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:32:00 PDT

SÃO PAULO, Brazil—The Brazilian-based company Beraca, present in more than 40 countries worldwide, signed an agreement with DeWolf Chemical that promises to dramatically increase its distribution in the North American market. Known as the main supplier of specialty chemicals to the personal care industry in the U.S., DeWolf will be ...(89 words)

Fair Trade Beauty Products in U.K.

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:18:41 PDT

LONDON—As of June 24, 2009, the public will be able to buy products, including lip balms, face masks, body butters and shower gels from five companies, including Boots, Bubble Balm, Essential Care, Lush and Neal’s Yard. Each beauty product contains one or more Fair Trade-certified ingredient such as cocoa ...(692 words)

Symrise Supports Environmental Standards

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:04:10 PDT

HOLZMINDEN, Germany—Since May, Symrise has offered specially developed and Ecocert-certified formulations for cosmetic products, which contain the active ingredient SymRelief®. An important component of this active ingredient is natural alpha-bisabolol. This substance is derived from the oil of the candeia plant, which grows in endangered rainforests. Consequently, Symrise has been ...(289 words)

in-cosmetics Asia 2009

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:58:38 PDT

Asia is the fastest growing region in the global economy, with the cosmetic and toiletry markets mirroring this growth, with an expected increase of up to 5 percent in 2009. Some of the most innovative cosmetic concepts and developments originate from countries within Asia, so it has never been more ...(283 words)

Studies Show Peptan™’s Anti-Aging, Moisturizing Effects

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:01:47 PDT

COURBEVOIE, France—Many products with beauty claims already exist, but consumers are not always confident about the validity of manufacturers’ allegations and expect valid scientific studies as proof of the claims. In the same way, hydrolyzed collagens in general have long been thought to be beneficial for skin health. Over the ...(363 words)

Global Skin Whitening Market

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:12:50 PDT

SAN JOSE, Calif.—Skin whitening is one of the rapidly growing segments of the global beauty industry. Global skin whitening market holds vast growth potential, with maximum opportunities emerging from the rapidly expanding Asian markets. Skin lightening products that prevent or inhibit pigmentation (including brown spots and freckles) and consist of ...(364 words)

Scienceuticals Celebrates Four Years

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:46:44 PDT

SUMMERVILLE, S.C.—Scienceuticals Inc. is celebrating its fourth anniversary this month. Over the past four years, the company has experienced success within the contract manufacturing business and anticipates continued growth in the future. Donald Hayden, founder and CEO of Scienceuticals, began the business in 2005 after noting a void in the ...(284 words)

Beauty Buys Online

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:00:00 PDT

We all know about a little thing called the Internet, but are you using it? Well your customers are. More and more consumers are purchasing their beauty products online, and it’s vital your company familiarizes itself with their buying habits and beauty concerns. Don’t get left behind. (46 words)