Markets & trends
"Flexibility will be in demand next year", Daniel Saclier, Guerlain
According to Daniel Saclier, Guerlain’s Purchasing & Development Director, the first semester of 2009 already appears as a time of...
Will sustainability survive the economic downturn?
What about good green sentiments during recession times? Will buying eco remain the way to go? Will eco-friendly and fair trade gifts...
Credit crunch: who believes in the lipstick index?
In various historical occasions, from recessions to revolutions, the cosmetics industry demonstrated its ability to address times of...
Natural confusion?
The multiplication of green labels and certifications and the lack of harmonisation at the European level are complicating the task of...
Shoppers Drug Mart launches new beauty store concept
Canadian drugstore chain retailer, Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation, just launched a new premium beauty destination in Ottawa. Named...
CVS/pharmacy opens premium beauty stores
US drugstore chain CVS/pharmacy, and retail division of CVS Caremark, is launching a high-end beauty store concept offering...
Credit crunch: what’s the impact on the cosmetics business ?
May the current crisis of financial markets spread to the overall economy, and what could be its impact on the beauty industry? Eager...
Transition year for Beyond Beauty Paris
Organised around its five thematic sectors (Cosmeeting, Spa & Institut, Pharmameeting, Creative, Ingredients), Beyond Beauty Paris...
Brazilian cosmetics makers seek to reinforce their European business
Four Brazilian companies will participate in the next edition of Beyond Beauty Paris, from October 5 to 8, 2008. Technology and...
News in the world of air care, by Karen Young
The global air care business (perfumed candles, fresheners, sachet and pot pouri…) is estimated at more than USD 7 billion and 72% of...
