New in Testing
Sep 13, 2012 | 12:11 PM CDT
Top-performing Global Partners Recognized by P&G
The company recognized suppliers and partners at its External Business Partner Summit event, where it also emphasized its "40-20-10" strategy.
Apr 27, 2012 | 11:49 AM CDT
A Study in Brand Engineering
By: Remyi Fredson-Cole
When starting the development process for a beauty brand, brand owners must establish core principles that will allow the building of all subsequent brand decisions.
Apr 04, 2012 | 03:45 PM CDT
The Process of Product Development
By: Darrin C. Duber-Smith and Gregory Black
The beauty industry is hypercompetitive, and on-shelf success requires that new product development is conducted as scientifically as possible, utilizing proven models and due diligence.
Apr 04, 2012 | 02:48 PM CDT
The Beauty Business is Not for Sissies
By: Alisa Marie Beyer
Launching a successful beauty brand takes more than just a good idea. It takes a well thought-out plans and strategy for your brand to be a genius—and not a disaster.
Feb 20, 2012 | 08:33 AM CST
PCPC Responds to Recent Reports of Lead in Lipstick
The Personal Care Product's Council (PCPC) has released a statement in response to the December 2011 study on lead in lipsticks conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Jan 11, 2012 | 01:40 PM CST
Deadline Approaches for FiFi 2012 Technological Breakthrough Award Submissions
The Fragrance Foundation will be accepting submissions for the 2012 FiFi Award for Technological Breakthrough of the Year through Feb. 1, 2012.
Sponsored Content
Jul 13, 2010 | 09:55 AM CDT
Measuring the Shimmer; Sparkle of 21st Century Cosmetics for Measurable Returns
First impressions make a statement about your product. X-Rite Incorporated's color-matching instruments allow brand owners to bring new products to market quickly and translate the color of anything that inspires them and their products.
Mar 11, 2009 | 12:31 PM CDT
Animal Testing Ban Initiated in Europe
Two bans enter into force concerning animal testing for cosmetics products sold in the European Union; €50 million committed to development of alternative test methods.
Feb 04, 2009 | 04:00 PM CST
Case Study: R&D Test Method Expedites Speed to Market
By: Jeff Falk
Test method allowed Alberto-Culver R&D to create scrub that met marketing's vision and speed to market.
Jan 09, 2009 | 02:31 PM CST
Respiratory Safety
By: Steve Herman
Understanding allergens and advancing testing will reinforce the industry’s strong position on consumer safety.