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Oct 27, 2010 | Article
The epidermis consists of several strata of cells, of which the deepest is the basal stratum consisting of undifferentiated cells. Over the course of time, these cells will differentiate and migrate...
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Oct 13, 2010 | Article
By Imogen Matthews
Brazil leads the Latin American economy and is the third largest beauty and personal care market globally. Fragrance is one of the fastest growing sectors in Brazil, according to Euromonitor...
Oct 6, 2010 | Article
Basement membranes are thin structures present in the extracellular matrix that provide a supporting framework on which epithelial and endothelial cells reside. Type IV collagen is present...
Sep 29, 2010 | Article
By Nick Morante
When we talk about ethnic cosmetics, specifically ethnic makeup, we are focusing on products that are marketed towards African American, Hispanic, Asian, Middle Eastern and Native American women. It...
By Nancy Jeffries
Eye makeup and treatment products are strong performers in today's burgeoning eye care market. Enhanced lashes, featuring lash growth and volumizing formulations, and the reduction of fine lines...
Sep 22, 2010 | Article
By Karen
As skincare in developed markets becoming increasingly high tech and medically focused, a counter trend is occurring: Food!Whether it’s ingestible skin supplements or topically applied food that...
Sep 15, 2010 | Article
By Hinako Sugioka Israel
With its many beauty secrets to keep its population looking young, Japan is the leading market for anti-ageing at several levels. Combine this with the world's highest longevity rate, an increase in...
By Irina Barbalova
Although Vietnam's real GDP growth slowed in 2009, current projections show that it will bounce back to its 2008 level of 6% in 2010, making it one of the fastest growing economies in Asia. With a...
Sep 1, 2010 | Article
Multi-hued beauty is one of the most dynamic growth areas in the cosmetics arena today. No longer the domain of any single group, the multicultural or ethnic consumer, which includes, but is not...
Sustainability is the new buzz word in cosmetics. Beauty brands are looking for environmentally friendly packaging that does not compromise their glamorous image. Cardboard is a natural resource and...