Jul 25, 2012 | Article
By Nancy Jeffries
HBA celebrated a milestone this year having completed its 20th year as the host of the pre-eminent Global Beauty Expo. Held in New York City at the Jacob Javits Center from June 19-21, 2012, the...
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Oct 12, 2011 | Article
Bath and body is a dynamic category that is being driven by functional, as well as luxurious brands. As consumers continue to be stretched for time, the shower and body wash category has seen...
Feb 3, 2010 | Article
Home Fragrance, within the larger category of Air Care, meets a wide range of consumer demands. From freshening the air to create a pleasant household environment, to setting a mood for holiday or...
Oct 7, 2009 | Article
The Bath and Body market continues to show a shift from bar soaps to liquid soaps and body washes, with many new entries addressing specific benefits. There are natural and organic formulations...
Dec 29, 2008 | Article
By Nick Morante
There were some exciting happenings for the cosmetics and personal care industry in 2008. All we have to do is look at some of the awards that were handed out and we can see how far the industry...
Oct 8, 2008 | Article
I was able to attend the opening of this year's HBA Global Expo at The Jacob Javits Center in New York City on September 9-11, 2008. This opening on Tuesday morning was highlighted by a keynote...
Apr 23, 2008 | Article
By Greg Milham
There is currently a lot of confusion in the cosmetic and natural skin care market with many companies riding on the back of the growing swell of consumer support for organic products. A few years...
Jun 4, 2007 | Article
The complex composition of Soir de Lune includes unique and natural essences that reveal a harmony of citrus, elegant florals and the sensuality of sandalwood and musk...
Mar 5, 2007 | Article
The men's market for personal care products is showing healthy growth and robust variety. No longer is a man's daily regimen limited to shaving products, soap, anti-perspirants and shampoo...
Feb 9, 2007 | Article
An apothecary approach is the forté of Anthousa, whose collection was born from a century-old, family-owned essential oil company. Today, Anthousa uses time-tested methods and botanical ingredients...