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Personality Testing:The Hidden Sustainability Weapon

A planned approach can spell the difference between a sustainable organization that withstands the storm and emerges stronger, and one with leadership and performance deficiencies that could prove fatal.

Twittering from the Field and the Bench

Twitter’s value extends beyond building brand/consumer relationships and is proving to be an asset in the lab.

Addressing Evolving Consumer Concerns

With an increasing number of consumers concerned about more aspects of the products they buy, it is to the beauty industry’s benefit to clearly and effectively communicate the advantages and safety of the products it offers.

The Hypothetical Nature of Natural

There is no shortage of debate on what is natural and what is not, and—considering the obstacles to consensus—debate is likely to remain a feature of the segment.

Karen Khoury, Senior Vice President, The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc.

Karen Khoury: The Delicate Balance

Throughout the course of her 27-year career in the fragrance industry, Karen Khoury has come to believe—through experience, perseverance and simple observation—that the life of the industry boils down to “the delicate balance of business considerations with passionate creativity.”

Everything Old is News Again

Although not always as sexy as new ingredients and technologies, proven ingredients get the job done and are embraced by consumers. It is the combined job of marketing and R&D to couple the proven with new and appropriate technology to launch a cutting-edge, winning finished product.

Living Proof’s debut product line evolved out of the discovery of the polyfluoroester molecule, which adheres tightly to the hair to provide longer-lasting moisture resistance and rebalancing of the hair fiber’s interaction with the atmosphere, even after extreme humidity.

The Science of Innovation

Two product lines born of a prestigious technical university are paving a path through the beauty industry—relying on innovative science, clear insight on channels and in social marketing techniques.

Trade Routes: The Phoenix Strategies for Tough Times

Trade Routes columnist Mike Wynne offers this Web-exclusive for executives guiding business interests through the current economic landscape.

Hydroquinone: Is the Cure Worse Than the Problem?

Though there are various theories about how hydroquinone works, there is little doubt that its safety profile is of concern. Fortunately, alternatives, addressing a range of skin concerns, are available.

Honing a Competitive Edge

Innovation is the development of a competitive edge. It’s a linchpin in creating successful business, and includes a willingness to implement new business models, develop new brand experiences and create new strategic partnerships.

Karyn Khoury, Estée Lauder.

CEW Women in Beauty: Balancing Trust and Excitement

Karyn Khoury on exploring opportunity in uncertainty for consumer needs, fragrance trends and winning strategies.

Five Mistakes of Business Intelligence

With the economy suffering and global competition increasing, businesses need every decision to count. From a big picture look to practical applications, business intelligence can help businesses improve the speed, quality and accuracy of their decisions.

Marketing and R&D Magic: Fostering Our Vital Relationship with Consumers

Getting consumers caught up in the magic and promise of beauty requires an escalation of imagination and creation of a real emotional experience—but it cannot be at the expense of integrity.

A Closer Look at Intrinsic Aging

As scientists come closer to truly understanding the biological mechanics of aging, the potential for antiaging products may surpass what is imaginable today.

Beauty Foods to Personal Care Formulations

Functionality positioning key in fragrances and overall formulations.

Assessing & Regulating Natural Fragrances

The creation of a definition and guidelines for natural is an ongoing and evolving challenge.

Will Eco-friendly R&D Pale Under Economic Uncertainty?

While more than one in seven (16%) global beauty products launched last year were certified organic, ethical or all natural, according to Mintel’s beauty and personal care launch monitor, there are concerns that the global economic climate will stifle new product development, innovation and sustainability programs in 2009.

Rules & Regulations: A Long Way to REACH

REACH is now in force, and impacted U.S. companies are facing various challenges toward implementation.

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