Sep 1, 2010 | Article
By Nancy Jeffries
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...
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Jul 21, 2010 | Article
By Vispi Kanga
Panacea 2010, is the only prominent trade show and international symposium on “naturals” in South Asia which took place in Mumbai, India from February 10 to12, 2010. This 4th international expo...
Jul 14, 2010 | Article
By Yoshiko Kasuga
BB creams are booming in Japan. Every drugstore and variety store seems to have BB cream corner and it seems all the Japanese females are using at least one. BB creams provide multiple functions...
May 26, 2010 | Article
By Nick Morante
In addition to light diffusion as a method of hiding wrinkles, other methods of wrinkle reduction involve injections of substances into the skin and can be somewhat painful. But it has been shown...
May 19, 2010 | Article
By Amanda Foxon-Hill
We all know that cosmetics can only affect the look of the skin but that doesn’t stop us from trying to enhance what’s outside by boosting what lies beneath. We take a look at how good cosmetic...
May 12, 2010 | Article
There is an old saying in Japan, "White Skin Covers Seven Flaws." White skin -translucent, luminous, flawless skin without dark spots or discoloration - has always been Japanese women's obsession...
Apr 7, 2010 | Article
By Isabelle Afriat
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it is composed of three main layers. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin. Keratinocytes constitute 95% of the cells of the epidermis. The...
Mar 17, 2010 | Article
A wide selection of skin care products feature new ingredients, and philosophies, to attract today's consumer. Fiscal constraints aside, skin care offers mass choices with straightforward, practical...
Oct 14, 2009 | Article
The annual HBA Global Expo in New York City, held September 15-17, 2009, featured more than 600 suppliers, and a comprehensive conference and seminar program, representing fragrance, skin care...
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...