SoapWire | Newswire for the Natural Personal Care Products Industry http://www.soap-wire.com/ Newswire for the natural personal care products industry. en-US 2011-11-30T12:18:19-08:00 SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustryhttp://feedburner.google.comThis is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site. Campaign for Safe Cosmetics names Lily Organics a Champion http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/5c8u5I64tx4/cam.html Henderson, CO - Lily Organics was recently... Lily OrganicsHenderson, CO - Lily Organics was recently named a Champion by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.  Out of 1500 companies that signed the Compact for Safe Cosmetics over the last seven years, Lily Organics was one of the 321 that reached Champion status.  To receive this honor, a company had to ‘comply with the European Union’s Cosmetics Directive, disclose all ingredients [even when they contain hormone disruptors, carcinogens and other harmful chemicals], publish and regularly update product information in EWG’s Skin Deep cosmetics database and participate in the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.’ FAQ from CSC website 

“Congratulations to Lily Organics for being a Champion and for demonstrating that it's possible to make personal care products that far exceed current safety standards in the United States. A growing number of consumers are seeking personal care products that do not contain hazardous chemicals, and our report shows that making safer products is not only possible, but is also part of a successful business model,” said Mia Davis, organizing director of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and coordinator of the new Safe Cosmetics Business Network.

The Compact that Lily Organics, and over 1500 companies, signed was created for cosmetic and personal care companies to fully disclose the ingredients in their products, and to become recognized for being chemical-free.  The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics is releasing their news report, “Market Shift: The story of the Compact for Safe Cosmetics and the growth in demand for safe cosmetics’ to talk about the companies the campaign worked with in order to help improve the movement for safer products.  For over 25 years, Lily Organics has been growing ingredients on its USDA Certified Organic farm to make chemical-free skin care and is proud to be recognized for its efforts.
]]> Company Announcements Kat 2011-11-30T12:18:19-08:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/11/cam.html Global Natural & Organic Beauty Product Sales Reach USD 9 billion http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/b14WkP5zpy4/global-natural-organic-beauty-product-sales-reach-usd-9-billion.html London – Global sales of natural &... London – Global sales of natural & organic beauty products are projected to reach USD 9 billion this year. Although consumer demand for natural & organic products remains buoyant, new research finds the growth rate is slowing because of the weak economic climate.

In its upcoming report on the Global Market for Natural & Organic Personal Care Products, Organic Monitor (www.organicmonitor.com) predicts revenues to climb to USD 14 billion in 2015. Demand for natural & organic products has spread to every region, however sales remain concentrated in Europe and North America.

Natural & organic products have 2% share of global personal care product sales. In some countries – such as the USA, Germany, Austria – the market share is reaching 10 percent. The large market share is because of high consumer awareness and extensive distribution of natural & organic products.

Widening availability is a major driver of market growth. Natural & organic personal care products are crossing over from specialists to mainstream channels. Premium brands, such as Dr. Hauschka and REN, are targeting high-end retailers. Other brands are entering pharmacies, drugstores, supermarkets and department stores. Companies like ADA Cosmetics and Panpuri are developing natural lines for hotels and the spa channel.

Large cosmetic companies are entering the naturals arena. Some like L’Oreal and Colgate-Palmolive have taken the acquisition route, whilst others have developed natural / organic lines. Recent newcomers, such as Garnier, Henkel and Amore Pacific, are launching certified organic products.

Retailer private labels are also becoming prominent for natural personal care products. They are most successful in Germany where they comprise about 20% of natural personal care product sales. Alverde, the private label of DM drugstores, is leading with over 300 products across categories. Private labels are most established in Europe, however they are also becoming popular in the US, Russia and other countries.

Competitive stakes are rising as new entrants continue whilst market growth rates slow. Organic Monitor finds successful brands are those that focus on marketing and distribution to differentiate their products. Vertical integration is occurring whereby brands are operating at several levels of the supply chain. Concept stores have become en vogue, with leading brands like Aveda, Melvita and Korres opening international retail networks.

Latest findings from this new report as well as future growth projections are given in dedicated workshops at the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit (www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com). Organic Monitor will be conducting workshops titled ‘Business Opportunities in the Global Market for Natural & Organic Cosmetics’ at the European and Asia-Pacific editions of this summit.

Workshops at Sustainable Cosmetics Summit

Asia-Pacific edition:                  Nov 7-8th  Hong Kong

                                                www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Asia/

European edition:                      Nov 28-30th  Paris

                                                www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Europe/

 
Research Publication
#7001-60   The Global Market for Natural & Organic Personal Care Products  (Publish date: Dec’11)    http://www.organicmonitor.com/700160.htm

 
Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
Organised by Organic Monitor, the aim of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit is to encourage sustainability in the beauty industry by bringing together key stake-holders and debate major sustainability issues in a high-level forum. More information is available from www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com

 
About Organic Monitor
Organic Monitor is a specialist research, consulting & training company that focuses on the global organic & related product industries. In 2011, we are celebrating 10 years of encouraging sustainable development. Since 2001, we have been providing a range of business services to operators in high-growth ethical & sustainable industries. Our services include market research publications, business & technical consulting, summits, seminars & workshops. Visit us at www.organicmonitor.com
]]> Events Asia Events Europe-UK Forecasts / Trends Research Kat 2011-11-10T11:25:32-08:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/11/global-natural-organic-beauty-product-sales-reach-usd-9-billion.html Lily Organics - 25 Years of All-Natural Skin Care http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/XpyEwTQ2rOE/lily-organics-25-years-of-all-natural-skin-care.html Henderson, CO - Lily Organics Farm Fresh... Lily OrganicsHenderson, CO - Lily Organics Farm Fresh Skin Care celebrates 25 years of growing ingredients on its own farm in Colorado, and formulating those ingredients into a full skin care line, in 2011.  Lily Morgan, Founder and Formulator, started the line with her Oil-Free Conditioning Serum after being unable to find anything to cure her cyst acne.  25 years later, her line consists of cleansers, toners, moisturizers, lip balm and a hydrating mask for dry sensitive, normal, combination, anti-aging and acne-prone skin and her farm has received USDA Organic Certification.  She also published a self-help book, Beauty, Health, and Happiness: A Way of Life.

Morgan knew from the start that she wanted to design her own skin care using only organic ingredients, way before the organic movement became fashionable.  In order to do this, she realized she would have to grow her own.  As a seventh-generation farmer, it was already in her blood.  Morgan grew up on her father’s farm where he was both a Pomologist and Horticulturist.  This experience, combined with her formal studies at the Colorado Herbal College in Boulder, CO, put her in the right path for what she wanted to accomplish.  Now, 25 years later, she has broadened her experience in formulating, manufacturing and selling organic skin care products, which are available in Whole Foods and Vitamin Cottages throughout CO as well as online at www.lilyorganics.com.

When asked what makes Lily Organics stand out from other skin care brands currently on the market, Morgan replied, “We are the only USDA Certified Organic grower/skin care company on Earth.  This means we are truly a seed-to-shelf product.  We can monitor quality control through every step of the process.  This allows the customer to get the freshest products available with ingredients that come from our USDA Certified Organic farm and made up in our USDA Certified Organic lab.  The consumer can rest assure that stringent controls are in place and there is a constant monitoring from one of the highest standards in the world.”

Future plans for Lily Organics include a farm factory store in Hudson, CO.  The facility will be a Colorado agri-tourist destination, similar to the Coors factory in Golden, CO.  People can visit the location and see exactly how the company operates.  They are also anticipating housing approximately five other similar, green, handcrafted businesses for tourists to visit including a winery, bakery and a hemp or tofu company.  They will offer shaded picnic tables to bring a lunch and sample what the businesses there have to offer.  Lily Organics is currently waiting to get its zoning approval by January 1, 2012.

Lily Morgan is the author of Beauty, Health, and Happiness-A Way of Life. She is the founder and formulator of Lily Farm Fresh Skin Care, chemical-free skin care line of facial care products which can be found at www.lilyorganics.com.
]]> Company Announcements Kat 2011-10-31T07:00:00-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/10/lily-organics-25-years-of-all-natural-skin-care.html New Summit Discusses Food and Cosmetics Convergence http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/zcGC4TaarM8/new-summit-discusses-food-and-cosmetics-convergence.html With increasing evidence stating beauty is linked... With increasing evidence stating beauty is linked to general health and wellness, there is growing convergence  between food / nutrition and cosmetics. The Sustainable Cosmetics Summit looks at major developments in this area. 

Taking place in Paris on 28-30th November, the summit will explore the potential of food (ingredients) in cosmetic applications, nutri-cosmetics, as well as the growing use of agricultural crops to make cosmetic ingredients. [more]

 

]]> Events Europe-UK Kat 2011-10-28T05:58:00-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/10/new-summit-discusses-food-and-cosmetics-convergence.html Marketing Green Cosmetics: The Fairy Tale Continues…? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/8z_9deuvsw4/marketing-green-cosmetics-the-fairy-tale-continues.html London – Mirror, mirror on the wall...who... London – Mirror, mirror on the wall...who is the greenest of them all? This is the question many natural & organic cosmetic brands are asking themselves, with many believing they are deserved of the ‘green crown’.

Organic Monitor (www.organicmonitor.com) research finds the reality is very different from perception. In its Natural Cosmetics Brand Assessment report, a chartered chemist analysed the ingredient composition of cosmetic products of over 50 brands that make natural and / or organic claims.

The brands were given naturalness ratings according to their ingredient composition. Certified organic brands scored highest (9-10), followed by pure natural cosmetics (4-7), semi-natural cosmetics (3), naturally inspired cosmetics (2) to conventional cosmetics (1).

Not surprisingly, many brands making natural / organic claims had ratings at the low end of the spectrum. Some were brandishing their skin care products as organic just because the formulations contained organic essential oils. Others were putting organic certification logos on product packaging because one major ingredient was certified. Most were making natural claims just because some ingredients were natural.

Consumers are becoming lost in a maze of marketing claims and false labels. One way to clear up consumer confusion is certification. By adopting natural & organic cosmetic standards, formulators have a clear list of permitted / prohibited ingredients and processes. Certification also builds consumer trust, giving a guarantee to consumers that products conform to some recognised standards. However, Organic Monitor believes certification is only part of the answer; marketing and distribution also play an important role.

Pure natural & organic brands have realised that overstating natural / organic ingredients and making unsubstantiated marketing claims only adds to consumer distrust. A growing number of brands are moving away from such claims and marketing their products as ‘authentic’ and ‘sustainable’. Others are focusing on their brands long history and origins, implying they have not just jumped on the ‘natural bandwagon’.

With consumer trust vital to success in the naturals arena, concept stores are becoming fashionable. Leading brands – including Melvita, Neal's Yard Remedies and Weleda – are investing in concept stores. Apart from the benefits of interfacing direct with customers, the stores provide an ideal forum to educate consumers on their brand ethos, origins and product range.

Many years ago, The Body Shop set the standard in using concept stores as a platform for social activism. By focusing on marketing and distribution, Organic Monitor states the pioneering brands should now take the lead. Taking the right steps and clearing up the consumer confusion, only then can the natural & organic cosmetics story have a fairy tale ending.

Marketing and distribution innovations are a major theme of the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit (www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Europe/), taking place in Paris on 28-30th November 2011. As well as giving key findings of the Natural Cosmetics Brand Assessment study, the summit has a dedicated session on marketing and distribution. Topics include taking the direct route (concept stores), mainstream distribution, targeting the spa channel, retailers’ perspectives and reaching the green consumer.

 

Sustainable Cosmetics Summit

Organised by Organic Monitor, the aim of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit is to encourage sustainability in the beauty industry by bringing together key stake-holders and debate major sustainability issues in a high-level forum. The European edition of the summit takes place in Paris on 28-30th November 2011. More information is available from www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Europe/

 

About Organic Monitor

Organic Monitor is a specialist research, consulting & training company that focuses on the global organic & related product industries. In 2011, we are celebrating 10 years of encouraging sustainable development. Since 2001, we have been providing a range of business services to operators in high-growth ethical & sustainable industries. Our services include market research publications, business & technical consulting, summits, seminars & workshops. Visit us at www.organicmonitor.com

]]> Forecasts / Trends Research Kat 2011-10-26T05:51:00-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/10/marketing-green-cosmetics-the-fairy-tale-continues.html Qosmedix Extends Lash Accessory Line with Holiday False Eyelashes http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/mBBB9djuMs4/qosmedix-extends-lash-accessory-line-with-holiday-false-eyelashes.html Edgewood, NY – Dress up lashes for... Holiday LashesEdgewood, NY – Dress up lashes for any occasion with Qosmedix newly added holiday false eyelashes. Choose from two dazzling styles: False Eyelashes with Rhinestones, Black (Part # 513526) or False Eyelashes with Glitter, Black (Part # 513527). Perfect for resale, the lashes lie nicely in a white tray and come packaged in a black box with peek through window. Call a Customer Specialist today to purchase a sample, or to ask how you can customize the packaging to further promote your company.

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Qosmedix is an ISO 9001, ISO 14001 certified global supplier to the cosmetic, skin care, spa and salon industries. Founded on the concept of maintaining hygienic practices during beauty consultations, the company has expanded to provide an array of high quality products that offer convenience and value to its customers. The vast inventory includes brushes, swabs, applicators, disposable spa wear, jars, bottles and more. For assistance with sample requests, orders or customization inquiries, please contact a Customer Specialist by phone: +1 (631) 242-3270, fax: +1 (631) 242-3291, or e-mail: info@qosmedix.com. Ask to receive the latest catalog, or visit qosmedix.com to view the complete product line. Qosmedix is a division of Qosina, a leading international supplier of components to the medical and pharmaceutical industries.

]]> News Kat 2011-10-25T13:49:28-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/10/qosmedix-extends-lash-accessory-line-with-holiday-false-eyelashes.html Asian Natural Cosmetics Market: Mislabelling, False Claims and Confusion http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/xU1e2eSSuYQ/asian-natural-cosmetics-market-mislabelling-false-claims-and-confusion.html London – Natural cosmetic sales are increasing... London – Natural cosmetic sales are increasing at a fast rate in Asia, however the market is blighted by false marketing claims, mislabelling of products and consumer confusion.

Organic Monitor (www.organicmonitor.com) research finds high consumer demand for ‘chemically clean’ cosmetics is leading many Asian companies to jump on the natural & organic bandwagon. Many new products are making claims such as ‘100% natural’, ‘no synthetic chemicals’ and ‘includes organic ingredients’.

Unlike in Europe and North America, there are no private standards for natural & organic cosmetics in Asia. Companies looking at certification have to adopt Western standards, which can incur hefty inspection costs.

The absence of private standards encourages many cosmetic brands to market their products on their ingredients. Many are making natural claims based on their natural ingredients. Some products are promoted as organic, even though they contain just trace organic ingredients. Others are placing symbols and logos of their certified ingredients on product packaging, giving an illusion that the finished product is certified. Some Asian companies are going further by illegitimately placing symbols and logos of natural and organic cosmetic standards on product packaging.

Asian consumers are thus considered some of the most confused when it comes to natural and organic cosmetics. Although they are seeking products that are natural / organic and do not contain parabens, phthalates and related synthetic ingredients, they are invariably getting mislabelled conventional products.

Research undertaken for its upcoming workshops titled ‘Business Openings in the Global Market for Natural & Organic Cosmetics’, Organic Monitor finds some positive developments. A growing number of Asian retailers are safeguarding consumer interests by becoming ‘gate-keepers’ for pure natural and organic brands. Many specialist retailers are demanding natural & organic brands substantiate their marketing claims by certification. Just Life, the leading organic food retailer in Malaysia, has taken a decision to only consider new brands that have certified products. Other retailers are scrutinising the ingredient list of cosmetic products to verify their ‘chemical-free’ status.

Some brands, realising the implications of false marketing and misinformation to consumers, are focusing on green formulations. Amore Pacific and Himalaya Herbals are two large cosmetic firms developing certified lines of natural & organic cosmetics. They see consumer trust and loyalty as key success factors in the natural cosmetics market.

Certification is getting legitimate natural & organic cosmetics into retailers, however overcoming consumer confusion remains a major challenge. Few Asian consumers are able to distinguish between pure natural cosmetics and falsely labelled ones. Consumer education is considered essential. Organic Monitor believes it could well be the marketing muscle of large cosmetic brands that unlocks the potential of the highly prospective Asian market.

Workshops at Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
Organic Monitor will be conducting workshops on the Business Openings in the Global Market for Natural & Organic Cosmetics at the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.

Asia-Pacific edition:                  Nov 7-8th  Hong Kong
                                                www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Asia/

European edition:                      Nov 28-30th  Paris
                                                www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Europe/

The aim of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit is to encourage sustainability in the beauty industry by bringing together key stake-holders and debate major sustainability issues in a high-level forum. The marketing issues relating to natural & organic cosmetics are a key focus of these summits.


About Organic Monitor

Organic Monitor is a specialist research, consulting & training company that focuses on the global organic & related product industries. In 2011, we are celebrating 10 years of encouraging sustainable development. Since 2001, we have been providing a range of business services to operators in high-growth ethical & sustainable industries. Our services include market research publications, business & technical consulting, summits, seminars & workshops. Visit us at www.organicmonitor.com
]]> Events Asia Events Europe-UK Kat 2011-10-05T16:05:33-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/10/asian-natural-cosmetics-market-mislabelling-false-claims-and-confusion.html Brave New Scents - A Natural Perfumers Guild Project http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/WHpHp2G4-Ag/brave-new-scents-a-natural-perfumers-guild-project.html Who: Professional Perfumers of the Natural Perfumers... Who:  Professional Perfumers of the Natural Perfumers Guild

Why:  Because we’re brave outlaw perfumers, and we’re pushing the envelope further, into 21st Century fragrance territory.

Where: The Natural Perfumers Guild perfumer’s blogs and  Internet blogs.

When: Launch Oct. 1, 2011

The Vision of this Project: The new avalanche of glorious aromatics, including the ones we create ourselves, deserve acknowledgement as perfume materials as the Outlaw Perfumers create Brave New Scents. The Outlaw Perfumers of the Natural Perfumers Guild are staking out more aromatic territory, moving into the 21st Century with an attitude of conquering new frontiers.  The Guild perfumers are focusing on capturing the beauty of aromatics introduced after the year 2000, or that have been made available to us via the Internet after 2000, or that we created ourselves.

For more information: http://naturalperfumers.com

]]> Perfumery Kat 2011-10-04T19:56:38-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/10/brave-new-scents-a-natural-perfumers-guild-project.html Qosmedix Releases “Essential Hygienic Sampling Supplies” Video on YouTube.com http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/O57NHDeI6pg/qosmedix-releases-essential-hygienic-sampling-supplies-video-on-youtubecom.html Edgewood, NY, – Qosmedix, a leading supplier... Qosmedix Edgewood, NY, – Qosmedix, a leading supplier to the beauty industry with an extensive catalog of single use applicators, professional makeup brushes, spa supplies and more, releases its second in a series of videos to launch on YouTube.com. The company is honored to partner with Eve Pearl, five-time Emmy award winning celebrity make-up artist, to create this exclusive video content. Featured in this video is an interview with Kelly Herrera, Qosmedix Product Development Manager, who introduces a selection of the company’s most popular essential hygienic sampling supplies. These disposable products, for which the company is renowned, are necessary for maintaining a hygienic environment in which consumers can test, sample, and apply beauty products at retail counters. Visit www.youtube.com/qosmedix to view the video in its entirety and check back frequently for new additions.

Qosmedix is an ISO 9001, ISO 14001 certified global supplier to the cosmetic, skin care, spa and salon industries. Founded on the concept of maintaining hygienic practices during beauty consultations, the company has expanded to provide an array of high quality products that offer convenience and value to its customers. The vast inventory includes brushes, swabs, applicators, disposable spa wear, jars, bottles and more. For assistance with sample requests, orders or customization inquiries, please contact a Customer Specialist by phone: +1 (631) 242-3270, fax: +1 (631) 242-3291, or e-mail: info@qosmedix.com. Ask to receive the latest catalog, or visit qosmedix.com to view the complete product line. Qosmedix is a division of Qosina, a leading international supplier of components to the medical and pharmaceutical industries.
]]> Company Announcements Kat 2011-09-19T06:23:00-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/09/qosmedix-releases-essential-hygienic-sampling-supplies-video-on-youtubecom.html derma e® Enters the Beauty Channel http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/NCj2Wm-lKuo/derma-e-enters-the-beauty-channel.html Simi Valley, CA – derma e® Natural... Simi Valley, CA – derma e® Natural Bodycare, a pioneer in formulating cutting-edge effective natural skincare products, is excited to announce their launch into the beauty channel.  With skincare as the fastest growing segment within the beauty industry and the demand for natural products on the rise, derma e® is looking forward to continuing their success as the fastest growing natural facial care brand in the US.

To support this launch, derma e® has hired Debbie Sellers as North American Beauty Sales Manager.  Sellers has over 20 years experience within the beauty industry on both the manufacturing and distribution sides.  Working with companies such as Redken, Pureology and Designer Skin, she has a successful proven track record of increasing brand recognition and market share.

In this new role, Sellers will provide salons and beauty stores with the opportunity to find and grow a new revenue stream by meeting the high consumer demand for natural skincare products.  derma e® offers an award-winning anti-aging and solution-oriented natural bodycare line that uses scientifically proven effective antioxidants, vitamins and botanicals for healthy, younger-looking skin.  All products are free of parabens and phthalates, 100% vegan, cruelty-free and manufactured with wind energy.

“Because consumers are becoming more educated and savvy when selecting their beauty products, I feel that this industry is prime for receiving derma e® with open arms.  Not only does the company offer the finest natural skincare products available, but derma e® operates with a social conscience and high level of integrity that stands out from mainstream beauty brands.  I look forward to increasing the sales and awareness of derma e® in the beauty channel,” says Debbie Sellers, North American Beauty Sales Manager.

For over 27 years, derma e® Natural Bodycare has pioneered the development of high-performance antioxidant skincare solutions. This award-winning, comprehensive line offers over 90 SKUs that are free of parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfates, mineral oil and lanolin, and are cruelty-free, 100% vegan and manufactured with wind energy [wind energy certificates purchased to offset all electrical use].  derma e® can be found in over 5000+ retail outlets across the U.S., with additional distribution in 36 countries internationally and on www.dermae.com. Find us on Facebook and Twitter too. derma e® is family owned and operated and dedicated to serving the natural products retailer.
]]> Company Announcements Kat 2011-09-16T14:08:37-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/09/derma-e-enters-the-beauty-channel.html Sustainable Cosmetics Summit Focuses on Sustainable Ingredients and Distribution Innovations http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/bPiVz_RtQ_M/sustainable-cosmetics-summit-focuses-on-sustainable-ingredients-and-distribution-innovations.html London – Sustainable ingredients and distribution innovations... London – Sustainable ingredients and distribution innovations are the focal themes of the European edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit (www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Europe/). Taking place in Paris on 28-30th November, the summit will bring together leading organisations involved in sustainability in the beauty industry to debate key industry issues.


Rising oil prices and dwindling supply are leading many companies to turn to plant-based feedstock for cosmetic ingredients. However, this development raises many questions about sustainable harvesting, processing and use of such ingredients. The Sourcing and Using Sustainable Ingredients session discusses such concerns. Romain Ruth, CEO of Florame, discusses the pitfalls and challenges of sourcing raw materials from developing countries. Another paper by AAK looks at the complexities of sustainable sourcing of commodities, such as vegetables oils. Other speakers will discuss the sustainable use of plant feedstock, deriving novel actives from food crops, and major green certification schemes.

A conference session and workshop is devoted to Marketing & Distribution Innovations. Although growth in the sustainable cosmetics market is continuing, market conditions have changed considerable in recent years. The entry of large multinationals, retailer private labels and other new brands are raising competitive stakes. Marketing has come to the forefront, with many brands competing on communications, positioning and distribution.

The direct route is becoming popular for some natural & organic cosmetic brands aiming to get closer to consumers. Melvita, a frontrunner in building an international retail network, shares its experiences in developing concept stores. Other papers discuss the potential of the hotel & spa channel, merging green fashion and beauty, retailers’ perspectives and marketing claims. Judi Beerling will present the latest findings from Organic Monitor’s Brand Assessment study that investigated marketing claims of natural & organic brands. Kathy Sheen from GfK Roper Consulting shares insights into consumer behaviour towards sustainable cosmetics. The session adjourns with a panel discussion on green marketing and greenwashing.

A detailed analysis of the European natural & organic cosmetics market is given in a workshop on day 3 of the summit programme. Titled Business Opportunities in the European Natural Cosmetics Market, the latest market and competitive developments will be presented. With natural & organic products already comprising over 5% of cosmetic sales in several countries, many question whether the growth will continue. The workshop leader will give future growth forecasts and highlight business openings for existing participants and new entrants.

Another summit session covers the growing convergence of natural beauty with general health & wellness. The Beauty Inside & Out session looks at the way beauty products are crossing into the realms of skin nutrition, diets and general well-being. Dr. Anne Marie Fine discusses the link between healthy diets and skin nutrition, whilst Dr Marie Bejot explores the use of nutritional supplements for beauty applications. Other speakers will discuss the role of novel food ingredients in cosmetics, the vinotherapy potential, and merging a healthy lifestyle with organic products.

The opening session of the summit - Sustainability Best-Practices - features some of the pioneering sustainability initiatives in the beauty industry. The first paper will give case studies of cosmetic and ingredient companies creating positive impacts on the environment and society. L’Oreal will discuss some of the challenges faced by large cosmetic companies when devising and implementing sustainability programmes. Richard Jean-Claude, Founder and CEO of Farfalla, looks at the positive contribution of fair trade sourcing on social communities.

Michael Radau, founder and CEO of the German organic food supermarket SuperBioMarkt, shares his experiences in novel retailing approaches. The retail chain was the first to receive the ‘Natural Cosmetics Quality Store’ certification for its product selection, ambience, and service quality. At the end of the session, key speakers will form a panel to discuss the role of creativity when creating positive impacts.

Continuing with the central theme of sustainable ingredient, Judi Beerling will host a workshop on green formulations on the last day of the summit. The Formulating with Green Ingredients workshop tackles the major technical & formulation issues when replacing synthetic surfactants, emulsifiers and preservatives in cosmetic formulations. With French legislation possibly banning the use of parabens in cosmetic products, the workshop goes through the green preservative options and assesses the related adoption issues.


About the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
The aim of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit is to encourage sustainability in the beauty industry by bringing together key stake-holders and debate major sustainability issues in a high-level forum. More information on the European edition is available from www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com/Europe/


About Organic Monitor
Organic Monitor is a UK-based specialist research, consulting & training company that focuses on the global organic & related product industries. In 2011, we are celebrating 10 years of encouraging sustainable development. Since 2001, we have been providing a range of business services to operators in high-growth ethical & sustainable industries. Our services include market research publications, business & technical consulting, summits, seminars & workshops. Visit us at www.organicmonitor.com
]]> Events Europe-UK Kat 2011-09-12T13:58:38-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/09/sustainable-cosmetics-summit-focuses-on-sustainable-ingredients-and-distribution-innovations.html Organic Monitor’s Research Findings Show Minneapolis Based Beauty Company Leading the Organic Beauty Market http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/JJUtdZRGfjU/organic-monitors-research-findings-show-minneapolis-based-beauty-company-leading-the-organic-beauty-.html Minneapolis, MN - Intelligent Nutrients, a certified... Minneapolis, MN - Intelligent Nutrients, a certified organic health and beauty brand created by renowned environmentalist and Aveda founder, Horst M. Rechelbacher, recently received high marks in a brand assessment study by Organic Monitor, for the brand’s high naturalness in their products. Organic Monitor, a specialist research, consulting & training company that focuses on the global organic & related product industries, recently found through its research of natural & organic cosmetic brands, that many cosmetic companies do not meet their natural claims. In the first study of its kind conducted between April to July 2011, Organic Monitor assessed over 50 international brands of natural
cosmetic products and ranked them in terms of their naturalness.

“Intelligent Nutrients scored the highest rating (9.5 out of a maximum 10) in a ranking of natural & organic cosmetic brands in North America,” said Judi Beerling, Technical Research Manager at Organic Monitor. “The brand was close to a maximum rating because its products use a high level of certified organic (mostly food grade) ingredients, and most are certified by recognized agencies.”

The Brand Assessment study involved a chartered chemist examining the ingredient composition of cosmetic products and classifying formulations according to their 'level of naturalness'. Certified organic cosmetics received the highest rating: 9-10, pure natural cosmetics: 5-7, naturally inspired cosmetics: 2, while conventional cosmetics received a level 1 rating. A major finding is that the formulations of most natural brands are not meeting their marketing claims. Many companies claiming to have 'chemicallyclean' cosmetics actually are falling foul of having contentious synthetic ingredients. The research highlights the importance of certification in creating a 'level playing field' for formulators. Natural & organic
standards have tight guidelines on permitted and prohibited ingredients and encourage green formulations.

“This recognition from Organic Monitor is tremendous,” said Horst Rechelbacher, Intelligent Nutrients Founder. “Not only does it reinfornce the need for transparency in the organic beauty industry but it also affirms what we are trying to do as a brand, which is educate the consumer that everything we put in and on our bodies must be nutritious and safe.”


About Intelligent Nutrients
Intelligent Nutrients, the company founded by environmental and health & beauty visionary Horst Rechelbacher, has its headquarters in Minneapolis. The Intelligent Nutrients philosophy believes that the only way to make health and beauty products better for your body - with superior performance—is to use nutritious organic food ingredients, certified organic to the highest standards. Intelligent Nutrients hair, skin and body care products contains super-antioxidant Intellimune® Seed Oil Complex—an anti-aging, synergistic blend of black cumin, pumpkin, red grape, red raspberry and cranberry seed oils. And the rest of the ingredients? Nutritious, organic food ingredients designed to work in harmony with your body. All IN products are free of the suspect ingredients commonly used in beauty products today, including sulfates, plastics, parabens, silicone, mineral oil, petrolatum, petrochemical-derivatives and synthetics. Intelligent Nutrients was described as the “Breakthrough Product of the Year” by Women's Wear Daily and received their highly prestigious Beauty Biz Award in 2008. The brand was also recognized with an Elle Magazine Green Star Award in 2009. The company grows certified organic ingredients on Horst Rechelbacher’s solar, wind and geothermal powered organic certified farm in Osceola, Wisconsin for research and for use in Intelligent Nutrients products. Testing is done with paid human volunteers and lab testing is done for safety and toxicity. Intelligent Nutrients is committed to no testing of ingredients or products on animals, as demonstrated by the Leaping Bunny seal on all IN products. Intelligent Nutrients products are available at ABC Home & Carpet, Barney’s NY and select Whole Foods Market and salon locations across the US as well as online at http://www.intelligentnutrients.com/. Follow Intelligent Nutrients at http://www.facebook.com/IntelligentNutrients and http://twitter.com/#!/beauty_is_in.

About Organic Monitor
Organic Monitor is a specialist research, consulting & training company that focuses on the global organic & related product industries. In 2011, we are celebrating 10 years of encouraging sustainable development. Since 2001, we have been providing a range of business services to operators in highgrowth ethical & sustainable industries. Our services include market research publications, business & technical consulting, summits, seminars & workshops. For more information, please visit http://www.organicmonitor.com/.

]]> Company Announcements Kat 2011-08-26T12:44:37-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/08/organic-monitors-research-findings-show-minneapolis-based-beauty-company-leading-the-organic-beauty-.html Qosina/Qosmedix Recognized For the Fifth Year on the "Inc. 500|5000" List http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/feQluF4Ak_0/qosinaqosmedix-recognized-for-the-fifth-year-on-the-inc-5005000-list.html Edgewood, NY August, 2011 - The editors... Inc 5000 Edgewood, NY August, 2011 - The editors of Inc. Magazine have included Qosina Corporation, parent company of Qosmedix, on their 2011 “Inc. 500|5000” List, marking the fifth year of recognition for Qosina. Inc. Magazine is the only major business publication catering exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies. To be eligible for this List, companies must be U.S.-based and independent with four full calendar years of revenue generation. Overall, Qosina has appeared on the List five times, including the “Inc. 500” in 1989, as well as the “Inc. 5000” in 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2011.

“We are grateful to our customers, suppliers, and especially the entire Qosina and Qosmedix teams for enabling us to increase sales each year since 1980 when Qosina was first established,” said Stuart Herskovitz, Founder and President of the Long Island, NY-based Qosina and Qosmedix. “As a young company in 1989, we were proud to be recognized by the “Inc. 500” list. Since then, our strategy has been to expand our product offering by providing the latest component designs and materials to meet our customer’s needs. We are very pleased with this fifth recognition and are honored to be part of an expanding entrepreneurial economy in America.”

Qosmedix is a leading global supplier of sample packaging and medical quality disposables to the cosmetic, skin care, nail, spa and salon industries. The vast inventory includes professional makeup brushes, specialized swabs, single-use applicators, disposable spa wear, jars, bottles and more. Qosina is a worldwide supplier of thousands of stock OEM components including connectors, luers, caps, clamps, adapters, stopcocks, valves, spikes, syringes and tubing. Both facilities are ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 registered.

Contact:       QOSMEDIX
Luisa Marino
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Edgewood, NY 11717
Phone: +1 (631) 242-3270
Fax: +1 (631) 242-3291
E-mail: luisa@qosmedix.com
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]]> Awards Kat 2011-08-24T15:42:01-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/08/qosinaqosmedix-recognized-for-the-fifth-year-on-the-inc-5005000-list.html Natural Cosmetics Market: Middle-Eastern Promise http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/WJ_EL0yz5pQ/natural-cosmetics-market-middle-eastern-promise.html London – Healthy growth in the Middle-Eastern... London – Healthy growth in the Middle-Eastern market for natural cosmetics is continuing in spite of political instability and social unrest. A new report by Organic Monitor (www.organicmonitor.com) predicts revenues will expand by about 20% this year. Natural cosmetic sales are increasing at a fast rate in key country markets, although turbulence in the region has curbed investment and consumer spending power.


The UAE natural cosmetics market is the largest in the region, comprising over half of total revenues. In other countries, demand is mainly concentrated in major cities, such as Riyadh, Kuwait City and Manama. The study finds affluent consumers and tourists generate most demand for natural & organic cosmetics in the region.


The major drivers of market growth are growing consumer demand for ‘chemicallyclean’ cosmetics and expanding distribution. Consumers are buying natural cosmetics as they become concerned about synthetic chemicals in cosmetics & toiletries. Product penetration is increasing in pharmacies, beauty retailers, and department stores.

High growth rates however, are partly because the market is growing from a small base. Compared to Europe and North America where the market share is above 3%, natural products comprise just 0.1% of cosmetic sales in the Middle-East. Although the region has a sizeable consumer market, adoption rates are low because of lack of consumer awareness and high product prices. There is also an absence of indigenous brands, with European and American brands mainly capitalising on high market growth rates.


The market leaders are Korres and Neal’s Yard Remedies partly because of their distribution strategies. Both brands are investing in concept stores, enabling them to educate consumers on their products and differences between conventional cosmetics. Direct marketing also gives these brands the advantage of fostering customer relationships and getting vital feedback. In its Middle-Eastern Market for Natural Cosmetics report, Organic Monitor predicts Neal’s Yard Remedies to become market leader if it continues to expand its retail network in the region.


The market analysis finds companies are facing difficulties in marketing natural cosmetics to consumers. Unlike Europe and North America, the Middle-East has a small market for organic products, preventing consumer demand to percolate from foods to cosmetic products. In mainstream channels, there is high competition from ‘pseudonatural brands’, which are often cheaper and supported by large marketing budgets.


Organic Monitor draws many comparisons between the Middle-Eastern and Asian market for natural cosmetics; both regions are fragmented in terms of retail structure for beauty products. In the naturals sector, low adoption rates are because of consumer confusion and inadequate distribution. Possible solutions to overcome such market barriers will be
discussed in the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit (www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com), taking place in Hong Kong on 7-8th November. Major topics on the Asia-Pacific summit agenda include strengthening consumer demand, market entry methods, certification & standards, distribution strategies and marketing challenges.

Research Publication
#5501-60 The Middle-Eastern Market for Natural Cosmetics
More information is on http://www.organicmonitor.com/550160.htm

About Organic Monitor
Organic Monitor is a specialist research, consulting & training company that focuses on the global organic & related product industries. In 2011, we are celebrating 10 years of encouraging sustainable development. Since 2001, we have been providing a range of business services to operators in high-growth ethical & sustainable industries. Our services include market research publications, business & technical consulting, summits, seminars & workshops. Visit us at www.organicmonitor.com


Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
Organised by Organic Monitor, the aim of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit is to encourage sustainability in the beauty industry by bringing together key stake-holders and debate major sustainability issues in a high-level forum. The marketing issues relating to natural & organic cosmetics are a key focus of this first-ever Asia-Pacific edition. The summit takes place at InterContinental Hotel, Hong Kong on 7-8th November 2011.


More information is available from www.sustainablecosmeticssummit.com

]]> Events Asia Forecasts / Trends Research Kat 2011-08-18T08:49:00-07:00 http://www.soap-wire.com/2011/08/natural-cosmetics-market-middle-eastern-promise.html derma e® Wins Best Personal Care Company http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SoapwireNewswireForTheNaturalPersonalCareProductsIndustry/~3/fOq0Per4RRk/derma-e-wins-best-personal-care-company.html Simi Valley, CA (August 2011) – Taste... Simi Valley, CA (August 2011) – Taste for Life magazine awarded derma e® Natural Bodycare, a pioneer in formulating cutting-edge effective natural skincare products, with two 2011 Essentials Awards for Best Personal Care Company and Best Facial Scrub!  The good news was announced to Taste for Life magazine’s 315,000 readers in their June 2011 issue.


Dedicated to helping consumers find the most effective and safe natural personal care products, Taste for Life magazine awarded 22 winners in six categories.

Best Personal Care Company
derma e® is honored to be a winner of the Best Personal Care Company award for not only making the highest quality, effective natural products, but for having a strong commitment to the environment.  “This is the brand mentioned most when we began preparing this feature…Some of derma e®’s most popular items —such as the Age-Defying Day and Night Crèmes and Peptides Plus Wrinkle Reverse Eye Crème—now carry the Whole Foods Market Premium Body Care standard.  In addition to it’s award-winning skincare lines, derma e® has won accolades for green entrepreneurial innovation and global sustainability…”, says Lynn Tryba, Editor-In-Chief of Taste for Life magazine.            

Best Facial Scrub
Taste for Life magazine also honored derma e® with a second award for their Fruit Enzyme Facial Scrub that combines Dead Sea Salt to draw out impurities with Papaya Enzymes, Cornmeal, Apricot Seed Powder and Chamomile to softly exfoliate skin, smoothing away dull, aging surface cells for fresh, radiant skin.

For over 27 years, derma e® Natural Bodycare has pioneered the development of high-performance antioxidant skincare solutions. This award-winning, comprehensive line offers over 90 SKUs that are free of parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfates, mineral oil and lanolin, and are cruelty-free, 100% vegan and manufactured with wind energy.  derma e® can be found in 5000+ retail outlets across the U.S., with additional distribution in 36 countries internationally and on www.dermae.com. derma e® is family owned and operated and dedicated to serving the natural products retailer.
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