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31 October 2018
Solid soap makes a comeback amid plastic debate
The current anti-plastic climate may in fact spur a renaissance for one particular personal hygiene item – the humble bar of soap.
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8 August 2018
Sun-smart UAE presents opportunities for skincare and beauty brands
The hot climate of the United Arab Emirates creates unique opportunities for suncare brands as well as for beauty players across categories to integrate suncare features into their product portfolios.
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2 August 2018
Glass skin: South Korean beauty trend adds layers to skincare
While enlarged pores and facial wrinkles are established beauty concerns, dull skin is emerging as a newer concern in the beauty space.
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2 July 2018
What happens if anti-ageing claims disappear?
Would the world suddenly become more accepting towards aging if there were no anti-aging products on the market?
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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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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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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...