9 May 2018
Hawaii sunscreen ban could boost the clean label concept in personal care
How clean is your sunscreen? If it contains the chemicals oxybenzone (BP-3) and octinoxate, the answer is “not very”.
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30 April 2018
Collagen snacks are the latest trend in ‘beauty food’, but will they last?
Collagen-infused food in the form of snack bars, named a "fascinating emerging trend", has shocked the food industry.
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24 April 2018
Could the first edible tanning supplement also be good for your health?
Tanning brand UTan and Tone has formulated the world’s first edible tanning supplement – UTan Tan Gummies – which is currently being sold at Superdug.
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19 March 2018
Can augmented reality revolutionise oral hygiene?
While augmented reality (AR) and oral hygiene appear to be an unusual pairing, the technology’s potential to revolutionise the category is becoming increasingly apparent as industry players harness this technology...
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12 February 2018
What’s driving male grooming in Europe?
Men have always been a hard demographic for personal care brands to crack, with grooming routines traditionally being limited to simple shaving and hair care products.
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7 February 2018
Anti-ageing products should be promoted based on regional attitudes
Results from GlobalData’s survey from Q3 2016 show that attitudes of senior consumers about ageing vary across regions - 53% of consumers aged 55+ in Western countries such as Europe...
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26 January 2018
A future without microbeads
Plastic is versatile, robust and relatively inexpensive to produce. These attractive qualities led industries to adopt the material with enthusiasm. However, its strengths are also its downfall, as plastic materials...
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22 January 2018
L’Oréal’s UV Sense allows users to monitor their sunlight exposure
At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, L’Oréal debuted UV Sense – claimed to be the world’s smallest wearable electronic device, designed to continuously monitor the level...
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2 January 2018
Turning haircare into more than just a product
Shampoo and conditioner, unlike skincare, have not yet fully explored offering new ‘experiences’ such as in-depth customisation to consumers – but that looks set to change.
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11 December 2017
Health-focused consumers are shifting towards more natural fragrances
Consumer preference for fresh, natural, and organic is impacting product formulations in the personal care space.