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Univar Solutions agrees Latam distribution deal with DSM-Firmenich
Univar Solutions has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with DSM-Firmenich for the latter’s personal care ingredients and solutions in Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America.
Lindberg & Lund to change name to Biesterfeld Norge
Norwegian speciality chemical distributor Lindberg & Lund will change its name to Biesterfeld Norge from 1 September.
in-cosmetics Asia to shine spotlight on Indian growth
The 2023 edition of the in-cosmetics Asia trade show in Bangkok this November will include a country focus on India.
Thai testing firm rebrands as Dermaproof Asia
Thai cosmetic testing firm Spincontrol Asia has changed its official name to Dermaproof Asia.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez issues call for action on US sunscreen rules
Prominent Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has called on US citizens to lobby politicians to change federal sunscreen regulations.
New Jersey set to pass texture-inclusive hair legislation
New Jersey is set to pass legislation requiring training of hairstylists, beauticians, barbers and hair braiders to include working on textured hair.
Vytrus Biotech forges K-beauty alliance with Cosmecca Korea
Spanish cosmetic active maker Vytrus Biotech has entered into an agreement with K-beauty manufacturer Cosmecca Korea to collaborate for future projects.
Oat Cosmetics appoints James Daybell chief executive
Oat Cosmetics has promoted James Daybell to chief executive after outgoing managing director Cark Maunsell stepped down.
Inolex taps Indian growth with establishment of Mumbai office
US personal care ingredient maker Inolex is expanding its presence in the growing Indian market with the establishment of a commercial centre in Mumbai.
Provital inaugurates North American subsidiary in New Jersey
Provital has established a North American subsidiary to serve the United States and Canadian personal care markets.
Making Cosmetics to feature sun care masterclass programme
The tenth edition of the Making Cosmetics trade show in Milan this November will feature a two-day educational masterclass on sun care.
Ashland to host live 2023 Innovation Day on 12 September
US personal care firm Ashland will host an online Innovation Day on 12 September from the company’s corporate headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware.
Global personal care ingredients market to grow 4% a year - report
The global personal care ingredients market size is projected to reach $14.9 billion by 2027, according to a report by Markets and Markets.
Givaudan records ‘solid’ half-year financial results
Fragrance and beauty house Givaudan recorded half-year 2023 sales of 3.535 billion Swiss francs ($4.07 billion), an increase of 2.4% on a like-for-like basis from a year earlier.
US adult male use of personal care doubles – report
The average adult man in the USA uses nearly twice as many personal care products than 20 years ago, according to a survey by Morning Consult.
European Commission responds to public calls to ban animal testing
The European Commission has pledged to accelerate the phasing out of animal testing in response to a European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) signed by 1.2 million people.
BASF unveils clean beauty-conscious retinol grade
BASF has taken the wraps off Retinol 50, a grade delivering stability performance without the addition of BHA (beta hydroxy acid) and BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene).
CovationBio PDO expands US distribution frontier for Zemea
CovationBio PDO has expanded the distribution territory of Essential Ingredients for the former’s Zemea propanediol into the western United States.
EU to outlaw seven INCI cosmetic ingredients from December
The European Union has published a list of seven ingredients with INCI names to be banned in cosmetic products from 1 December 2023.
Manchester United swoops to make Estée Lauder signing
Estée Lauder has agreed to become the official skincare brand of UK football club Manchester United with a focus on targeting male supporters in China and the Asia-Pacific region.
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