Kracie Home Products Ltd.

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

BASF Honored with 2021 Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award

Added 13 ingredients and renewed an additional 25 on the CleanGredients database.

09.22.21

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Cleaning Product Companies Named 2021 Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award Winners

P&G, Grove Collaborative, DeFunkify, Clorox and others on this year’s EPA list.

09.22.21

P&G Accelerates Action on Climate Change Toward Net Zero GHG Emissions by 2040

A peek at the household and personal care leader's plan for sustainability in packaging and production.

09.20.21

Authentic Beauty Concept Releases ‘Hydration Heroes’ Hair Trio Ahead of Fall, Winter Seasons

Hydrate spray conditioner, hydrate cleansing conditioner and nourishing hair oil are part of the high-performance vegan haircare line.

09.17.21

Unilever's Find Your Happy Place Launches Limited-Edition Fall and Winter Collections at Walmart

Scents by the sensorial bath and body brand include Autumn Apple Picking, Pumpkin Spice Season and Strawberries in Champagne.

09.15.21

Ida Body Care Announces Partnership with Francesca’s

In select stores country-wide now and online, Francesca’s customers can discover Ida Body Care’s four-step body treatment set.

09.13.21

Love Beauty Planet's Beloved Clean Beauty Brand Adds Fall-Centric Fragrance Collections at Target

The sustainable brand will launch four new autumn-friendly lines spanning from hand wash to candles across eight experiential platforms this month.

09.09.21

Disinfectants | I&I Marketplace

Proper Office Cleaning Helps Prevent Virus Transmission and Reassures Employees

Effective cleaning protocols and products—not hygiene theater—will help keep employees returning to the office safe, says Reckitt’s Chief Medical Officer.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 09.08.21

Indie Clean Beauty Brand No Fade Fresh Expands Line of Vegan Color-Depositing Shampoos, Conditioners

Natural, plant-based hair hues now span from Raspberry Rush to Sunflower Brite.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 09.07.21

Consumer Demand for Perfume Soars

Fine fragrance sales jump 82% in prestige channels for the first half of 2021, according to NPD.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 09.06.21

Bacancy Technology: Facebook Dominates App Market During Lockdown

Four Facebook-owned social platforms are among the world’s top six apps, India-based software company says.

09.03.21

OPI Celebrates Los Angeles With Fall 2021 Nail Polish Collection

Iconic beauty brand adds dramatic hues and gender-fluid tones for the season for both fingers and toes.

09.01.21

American Cleaning Institute and Good Housekeeping Magazine Host Second Annual Summit

“Discover Cleaning 2021: Cleaning is Caring” will be held virtually on October 27.

08.30.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning

Real Simple Debuts EPA Safer Choice Certified Cleaning Product Line

The Real Simple Cleaning Collection is available at The Container Store.

08.27.21

Clean Lifestyle Brand Skylar Debuts Brand Restage

The elevated brand now includes longer-lasting fragrances, sustainable packaging and more.

08.27.21

Wella Company Appoints Three New Members to Executive Team

Virginie Costa, Gretchen Koback Pursel, and Hugh Dineen bring new capabilities, which complement and solidify capacity to accelerate company growth.

08.26.21

Crème of Nature Names Celebrity Hairstylist Kellon Deryck New Brand Ambassador

Some of Deryck’s clients have included hip-hop megastars Missy Elliott and Megan Thee Stallion.

08.24.21

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

Beauty Entrepreneur Sara Spencer Washington To Be Inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame

One of America’s first Black women millionaires, during the Great Depression she built an empire that included cosmetics, salons and publishing houses.

Lianna Albrizio, Assistant Editor 08.24.21

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care | Surfactants

What You're Reading on Happi.com

The most-viewed news on our site for the week ended August 21, 2021.

08.22.21

Fine Fragrance | Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

A Primer on Sandalwood in Personal Care

What cosmetic chemists need to know about this versatile natural ingredient.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 08.19.21

Grant Industries Unveils New Virtual Booth

Industry leader presents innovative way to engage with clients post-COVID.

08.13.21

COVID-19 Pandemic Prompts Global Robotic Vacuum Cleaners Market to Reach a Projected $15.4 billion by 2028

Consumers purchased robotic vacuums to prevent the spread of the virus in their surroundings.

08.10.21

Hair Care

Bouncy Textures and Vibrant Colors Lead For Fall & Winter Hair Trends

Art imitates life in the hairstyling and hair color 2021 trends inspired by our reemerging world.

Philip Pelusi, Hair care expert 08.09.21

Household Cleaning | I&I Marketplace | Surfactants

Global Hygiene Market To Reach $92.5 Billion by 2022

Innovative nonwovens applications drive Lenzing’s Veocel brand to double-digit gains in Asia.

08.04.21

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Hair Care | Skin Care | Sun Care

Q2 Prestige Beauty Product Sales Rise 66%

Makeup is showing steady increases, says NPD Group.

07.30.21

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Laundry Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Jon R. Moeller To Succeed David Taylor as Procter & Gamble CEO

Leadership change set for Nov. 1.

07.29.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

ACI Looks Into Biodegradability of Films Used in Dish Detergents

A focus on technology behind water-soluble films, which are used to contain compact, convenient, pre-measured doses of detergent.

07.29.21

Hair Care

L’Oréal Professionnel Launches Metal Detox Hair Care Collection

Neutralizes unwanted metals in hair— delivering optimal, desired results for both salon pros and clients.

07.29.21

Reckitt Partners with Shopee to Spread Health, Hygiene & Nutrition Info in Indonesia

Launches the ‘Protection Starts From Within’ regional initiative across six markets.

07.27.21

Biolage Hairstyling Expert Sunnie Brook Talks Trends for Summer 2021

Global brand ambassador weighs in on why ingredients matter in hair care.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 07.26.21

Hair Care

Unilever's Love Beauty and Planet Debuts Rice Oil & Angelica Essence  Collection at Target

Shampoo, conditioner, primer and styling treatment all feature a 100% biodegradable formula for curls and textured hair.

07.22.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Sustainability & Skin Care Are in Focus at CEW Beauty Awards

Consumers want to know how ingredients are sourced, where they are harvested and who made them.

Nancy Jeffries , Contributing Editor 07.20.21

Insect Control

SC Johnson and AccuWeather Create New Pest Index

Consumers can check the forecast for mosquitoes, ticks, ants and roaches like they check for the weather.

07.14.21

Custom Essence, Inc. Taps Dan Grewe as Executive Vice President of Sales

Custom fragrance manufacturer is owned and managed by perfumers.

07.12.21

Beauty Trends Driving New Product Development

From beauty formulas that boost mood to do-it-all products that save time, WGSN explains what's next.

07.08.21

Actives | Hair Care

DSM Highlights Active Ingredient with Skin Care and Hair Care Benefits

DSM presented evidence for hair care application of Alpaflor Edelweiss CB at SID 2021.

07.08.21

Actives | Disinfectants | OTC/Medicated

Amazon Sued Over Price-Gouging on Cleaning Products

Lawsuit charges disinfectant prices rose 100%, face mask prices jumped 500% during the pandemic.

07.04.21

Color Cosmetics

Make Up First School of Makeup Artistry Reopens

New location in Chicago is home to first classes since pandemic shut down.

07.01.21

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07.01.21

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

Registration for ISSA Show North America 2021 Opens Online

The in-person event will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

06.30.21

P&G, Revlon Industry Veteran Pursues Indie Beauty With Grooming Brand

Carlos Barreto created an innovative digital technology customized hair color company Cleverman for men.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 06.28.21

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Functional Ingredients

Delivering the Smell of Clean to Consumers

Evonik researchers review the science of malodor and detail technology that enables formulators to reduce unpleasant smells in the home.

Jacqueline Wiacek, Arnoldo Fonseca and Michael Fender , Evonik 06.20.21

E.l.f. Cosmetics Enters Crypto with the Limited Edition, Dipped in Digital Gold NFT Collection

Poreless Putty Primer, 16HRCamo Concealer and Ride or Die Lip Balm makeup feature blockchain digital assets.

06.18.21

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Skin Care

Univar Announces New Global Sustainability Goals For 2025 and Beyond

Company's 2020 report tallies progress made on many fronts.

06.17.21

One in Three Americans Still Practice Unsafe Storage of Laundry Products

For National Safety Month in June, American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is urging consumers to store liquid laundry packets in original packaging.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 06.17.21

Henkel Debuts US Plastics Pact 'Roadmap to 2025' for Sustainability

Initiatives to transition to a circular green economy where plastic packaging never becomes waste and is recycled for beauty and laundry care.

06.16.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Lemi Shine Grows Its Brand By Making Natural Cleaning Products Accessible

After the pandemic surge, Lemi Shine plans to keep growing its presence in the home cleaning by offering products that are affordable and performance-driven.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 06.15.21

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance

Scentsy CEOs Inducted into DSA Hall of Fame

Heidi and Orville Thompson honored for outstanding contributions and advancing the mission of the direct selling industry.

06.14.21

Skin Care

First Aid Beauty Rescues Recent College Grads Saddled with Student Debt

Announces first set of winners in brand's $1 million FAB AID initiative.

06.13.21

Procter & Gamble Dominates NPD During Pandemic

Downy Infusions Scents, Gain Blissful Breeze and Tide Heavy Duty 10X are among IRI 2020 Pacesetters.

06.12.21

Lazartigue Enters US Retail Hair Care Market

French company expects first year sales to reach $3 million.

06.11.21

The Fragrance Foundation Reveals 2021 Award Winners

The webinar—viewed live by over 3,000 globally—celebrated this year’s winners and honorees for their fragrance creativity and achievements.

06.10.21

Saje Natural Wellness Partners With Lauren Conrad & Hannah Skvarla

Plant-based personal care, essential oils, home fragrance and other artisan items sold at The Little Market.

06.10.21

Henkel's Joico Brand Celebrates Blonde Hair Color

This leading hair care company showcases Blonde Ambition in this new video.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 06.07.21

Sally Beauty Debuts Campaign With Tik Tok Celebrity Heather Chelan

Project highlights hair color in the professional domain and spans from Facebook to Instagram to YouTube.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 06.07.21

Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients

Wacker Develops Novel Silicone Co-Emulsion for Hair Care Products

Bestows pronounced conditioning properties, even when used in small amounts.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 06.01.21

Hair Care

See The Most Iconic TV Hairstyles on Pinterest

Longevita ranks the most influential TV hairstyles based on social media data.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Skin Care

China's Economic Growth Drives Global Recovery

Chinese have regained confidence and are spending at levels seen before the outbreak of the COVID-19.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.31.21

Clearing the Air with Airzai's Essential Oil Natural Home Care Collection

Indie cleaning brand is powered by botanicals to disinfect the entire household with green ingredients.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 05.24.21

Packaging | Packaging

Washington State Passes Recycling Law

Household and personal care products will require more recycling content.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.22.21

Color Cosmetics

MAC Launches Shoppable AR Technology on its Snapchat Profile

Allows consumers to browse product inventory, virtually try-on and purchase beauty products from the Snapchat app.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.20.21

Household Cleaning

Cascade Partners with Sterling K. Brown for New Home Care Campaign

According to Cascade, running your dishwasher every night uses less water and energy than washing dishes by hand.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.20.21

Insect Control

Natural Bug Sprays & Repellents Rise in Demand

With the unofficial start to summer just around the corner, brands that offer sprays and repellents formulated with natural ingredients are set up for success.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 05.19.21

Totally Rad! NYX Adds 80s Video Game Eyeshadow Palette

A Tetris set that makes sense with bright hues in square shapes.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 05.17.21

Household Cleaning

Kickin' It 'Pine-Sol' Style in New Limited Edition Sneakers

Limited edition Pine-Sole sneaker designed by Vashtie Kola supports empowerment of Black women.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 05.13.21

Oribe Extends Bright Blonde Hair Care Collection With Serum, Mist

New products join the salon brand’s best-selling hair color treatment range.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 05.12.21

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Augmented Reality in the Beauty Industry

Perfect Corp signs a deal with Bobbi Brown Cosmetics.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.12.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Polymers | Surfactants

Cleaning Products Industry Commits to Battling Climate Change

Members of the American Cleaning Institute join the ACI's Climate Change Challenge.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.10.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

Dow Commits to Carbon Neutrality by 2050

Joins the American Cleaning Institute's Climate Challenge.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 05.10.21

Skin Care

Dermaflash Appoints Read As CEO

Brings experience from both IT Cosmetics and Clarisonic.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 05.06.21

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Skin Care

US Prestige Beauty Sales Rise 11% in Q1

Is makeup making up lost ground?

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 05.04.21

Home Cleaning Trends Post-COVID-19

What do consumers want from their detergents, dishwash and home cleaning products? By leveraging consumer insights, Lubrizol provides some answers.

Paola Pérez Rozo, Lubrizol Life Science, Beauty 05.04.21

Hair Care

Colorsmith Launches in The UK

Offers men a custom, personalized at-home hair color experience.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.04.21

Unilever Establishes Elida Beauty

Spin-off includes Q-Tips, Caress, Tigi, Timotei, Impulse and MonSavon.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.30.21

Hair Care

Color&Co Launches Color Gloss Conditioner

Expands into the semi-permanent hair color category.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.29.21

Functional Ingredients

Lubrizol Partners with Advonex

Expands its portfolio of sustainable ingredients.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.27.21

AP/Deo

Degree Unveils Inclusive Deodorant for Visual Impairment, Motor Disabilities

Degree Inclusive was created by Unilever to expand the market outreach for personal care.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.27.21

Skin Care

Young Living Study Shows Pandemic Heightened Importance of Wellness

Research reveals how individuals have addressed stress, mental/physical health, social interactions and self-care in the US and globally.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.27.21

How 2020 Changed Aesthetics

Aedit announces the results of its inaugural consumer trends survey.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor

Dove Goes ‘Behind the Filter’ with Lizzo for Body Positivity in Beauty

Unilever’s marketing campaign for Dove’s Self-Esteem Project takes new direction in virtual summit.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.26.21

Mintel: The Home & Personal Care Industry: Now, What’s New, What’s Next

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04.26.21

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Niki Taylor Rejoins Covergirl Cosmetics as Ambassador

Taylor is the face of the brand’s Simply Ageless makeup collection.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.26.21

Unilever Acquires Wellness Company Onnit

Supplements maker based in Austin, TX sells nootropics and more.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.26.21

Household Cleaning

Spectrum Brands Acquires Rejuvenate Household Cleaning Products

$300 million deal for cleaning and surface care products maker.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.23.21

Household Cleaning

Multi-Purpose Sustainable 'Just Add Water' Household Cleaner Expands Cleaning Products

Home care company adds on to its line of refillable products for kitchen, bathroom and other locations.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.22.21

Skin Care

Kiehl’s Launches Sustainable Pouch Refillables for Hair Care, Skin Care

Save on average 80% more plastic than a typical Kiehl’s single-use product.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.20.21

Color Cosmetics | Pigments | Skin Care

Top Beauty Influencers

Cosmetify ranks Huda Kattan, James Charles and others based on payments per post.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.17.21

Hair Care | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Oral Care | Skin Care

P&G Emphasizes Small Actions at Home To Be More Sustainable

New campaign looks to close the gap between consumer intention and action.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.16.21

Reckitt Seeks Germ-Killing Innovations

Teams up with Halo to accelerate new product development.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.15.21

Color Cosmetics

Biolage Unveils ColorBalm Hair Conditioners With Hair Color Benefits

A new line of vegan, color-depositing conditioners in seven shades.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Laundry Care | Personal Cleansers | Surfactants

Videobite: Innospec's Answer to the 1,4-Dioxane Problem

Amanda Deaner, technical manager, personal care, explains that Innospec's surfactants for home and personal care are well below the <1ppm limit.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director

Actives | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Carlyle To Acquire Majority Stake in Beautycounter

The $1 billion acquisition fast-tracks growth in the clean beauty space.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.13.21

Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers

Kao Promotes Hand Washing

Hygiene compliance is waning, even as COVID-19 cases are climbing in parts of the world. Through its MyKirei brand, Kao and TerraCycle are out to change that.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.11.21

Color Cosmetics

In-Cosmetics Launches Dedicated Digital Space—Discover

Allows the beauty and personal care industry to share and promote new ingredients and innovations.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.07.21

Color Cosmetics

SC Johnson Hits Milestone for Eco-Conscious Sustainable Packaging

Stops its one billionth plastic bottle from entering the ocean with Plastic Bank partnership.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.06.21

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

CDC Says Soap & Detergent is Enough To Reduce Risk of Infection

Says disinfection is likely not needed unless someone is sick or COVID positive.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.06.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

P&G’s New Vinegar-Powered 9 Elements Cleaning Line Tackles Hard Water Issues

New homecare range puts an end to DIY remedies.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.06.21

Household Cleaning

Clorox Scentiva Wants Consumers To Reimagine Their Cleaning

Partners with Billy Porter in new TikTok challenge and YAS CLEAN! sweepstakes.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.05.21

Color Cosmetics

Mav Beauty Brands Demonstrates Resilience in 2020

Shares financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2020.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.02.21

Umberto Giannini Launches Hair Color at Target

UK beauty brand expands into US marketplace with new products in store and online now.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.01.21

Color Cosmetics

NYX Professional Makeup Partners with Tetris

Launches a limited-edition makeup collection inspired by the classic videogame.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.29.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Surfactants

Robots Don't Clean Toilets...Yet

Twenty years after their debut, machines still mostly vacuum.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.28.21

Hair Care

Wella Digs Into Gender Equity in Professional Beauty

Inequities in pay and leadership roles.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.26.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Packaging | Surfactants

Keeping Up with the Cleaning

Safely household cleaning line debuts from Kris Jenner, Chrissy Teigen and Emma Grede.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.25.21

BFA Introduces BFA Impact

A company-wide program dedicated to celebrating the unique beauty of people and the planet.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.24.21

QVC Adds eSalon Hair Color Products

The Made-to-Order DTC beauty company will offer at-home solutions.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.23.21

Household Cleaning

CLR Adds New Cleaning Solutions

Debuts CLR Active Clear and CLR Everyday Clean for daily household cleaning.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.22.21

Perfect Corp, Shiseido Team Up at SXSW for Digital Presentation

Increasing engagement with technology will drive the beauty industry in 2021.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.22.21

Hope ‘Springs’ Eternal for Hair Styling

How style cannot be quarantined for Spring Summer 2021, as told by Philip Pelusi.

Philip Pelusi, Hair care expert 03.22.21

Household Cleaning

Palmolive Relaunches Sustainable Dish Soap Packaging

New bottles made with 100% PCR will divert more than 5,200 tons of plastic a year out of landfills in the US and Canada.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.18.21

AP/Deo | Personal Cleansers

Brits Use More Soap, Less Deodorant in 2020

Lockdowns have caused consumer behavior to drastically change, says Mintel.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.18.21

Skin Care

SkinKick Launches Acne Exclusive at Ulta

Dallas-based startup expands collection at beauty retailer.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.17.21

Smithers Promotes Alison Schweda to Laboratory Manager

Schweda will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the laboratory in Akron, OH.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.17.21

Fine Fragrance

Yankee Candle Unveils Scent of the Year

‘Discovery’ brings together a combination of fragrances from around the globe.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.16.21

Hair Care

K18 Biomimetic Hairscience Debuts in Salons

Aims to change the hair game with leave-in molecular repair hair mask and professional leave-in hair mist + mask treatment.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.15.21

Oral Care

Colgate-Palmolive Launches CO. by Colgate

New approach to oral beauty is rooted in self-care and self-expression.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.15.21

Actives | Disinfectants | Functional Ingredients | Laundry Care | Surfactants

Better Homes & Gardens' Best of Home Cleaners

Procter & Gamble, Clorox, SC Johnson and Dropps make the best of the best list.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.13.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Surfactants

COVID's Impact on Spring Cleaning

Participation rates are down, according to the American Cleaning Institute.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.11.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

P&G's Supply Chain Strategies

Procter & Gamble and Brenntag North America executives provide details on the lessons they’ve learned during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tom Branna , Editorial Director 03.11.21

BASF Signs Biosurfactant Agreements with Allied Carbon Solutions and Holiferm

Collaborations to develop glycolipids and sophorolipids for home and personal care and I&I.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.10.21

Skin Care

Cococare Appoints First Woman President

Joanne Schlesinger is a seasoned industry professional who has held multiple leadership roles within Cococare since 1999.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.08.21

Household Cleaning | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Pandemic Lifts Cleaning & Personal Care Sales in 2020

IRI/BCG’s Growth Leaders report shows COVID-19 shifts helped CPG industry grow 10.4%.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.05.21

PALMFONATE MES: A Living Innovation

This active cleaning ingredient is suitable for Personal Care, Home Care and Industrial and Institutional (I&I) Cleaning rinse-off products.

Hair Care

Mizani Launches New Hair Products

Unveils Wonder Crown Scalp Foaming Pre-Cleanser, Heat Screen Heat Protectant Spray and Coco Dew Pre-Styling and Restyling Spray.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.01.21

NYSCC At Home Live in March - Gentle Cleansing

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02.26.21

Fine Fragrance

Clean Beauty Collective Supports Earth Day Initiative

Offers its latest floral scent in a limited-edition package design featuring butterflies.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.25.21

Are Chemists the Rock Stars of Beauty?

With an emphasis on efficacy, cosmetic chemists have moved to center stage in the industry.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.25.21

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

P&G Expands Microban24 to UK

First launch for P&G’s newest cleaning brand outside the US market.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.23.21

Skin Care

ELC Increases Stake in DECIEM

Will take remaining interest in second phase of the deal.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.23.21

Neutral Nails Take The Stage at NYFW

Natural hues and artful decals make digits stand out in style previews.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.22.21

Shiseido Moves to Protect Oceans

Partners with the We Are One Ocean campaign.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.22.21

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Planting Roots

As it embarks on its third year selling products in North America, Sinan Tuna shares details on Farmasi’s expansion plans and new products.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.22.21

Tide Celebrates 75 Years

The essential home care brand’s story begins in the 1930s.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.22.21

Products of the Year

From dish soap to CBD cream, here are the winners across personal care and home care in this annual consumer-driven contest.

Happi Staff 02.18.21

Mother Dirt Adds PeaceKeeper Kit

Microbiome boosting skin care targets troubled complexions.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.18.21

Color Cosmetics

A Beauty Subscription for Women of Color

The Beem Box offers an easy way to discover luxury and indie makeup brands.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.18.21

State of the Beauty Industry, Part I

Technology helps marketers connect with consumers and track segment winners, insist analysts at CEW event.

Nancy Jeffries, Contributing Editor 02.16.21

Skin Care

Lessons from a 98-year-old Female Entrepreneur

Elizabeth Grant, founder and CEO of her eponymous skin care brand, shares a few of the valuable lessons she's learned over the years.

Elizabeth Grant, CEO/Founder, Elizabeth Grant Skin Care 02.14.21

Actives | Disinfectants | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

A Return to Normalcy in India?

More discretionary spending, according to FMCG quarterly reports.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.14.21

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

Bevel Hair Care Enters Walmart

New formulas debut this month.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.13.21

Fine Fragrance

IFF Reports Sales Decrease for Q4 and Full Year 2020

The scent category outperformed the taste business unit.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.11.21

The Future of Cleaning

The American Cleaning Institute looks at home cleaning during and after the pandemic.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.10.21

Household Cleaning

Dawn Unveils Free & Clear Dish Spray

Offers the same clean, but without any dyes or strong fragrances.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.09.21

Lonza To Sell Specialty Chemicals Business

The move puts the company's focus on pharmaceutical ingredients.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.08.21

PCPC Plans 2021 Virtual Summit for May 11-13

The event combines the annual meeting with the legal and regulatory conference.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.08.21

National Candle Association Reveals 2021 Home Fragrance Trends

Destination themes, wooden wicks and soy components still appeal to consumers.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.08.21

Functional Ingredients | Laundry Care | Surfactants

Cleaner Clothes, Cleaner Planet

Consumer concerns about cleaning provide a boost to laundry results at Seventh Generation.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.07.21

Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Pigments | Skin Care

Beauty Influencers Lose Their Influence

Beyond Beauty rethinks the cosmetics business during a pandemic.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.06.21

Household Cleaning

ACI Elects New Leadership

Wayne Ashton and Eric Reynolds will lead the Board of Directors.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.05.21

The Best of Private Label

PLMA announces winners of its Salute to Excellence Awards.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.04.21

U.S. Prestige Sales Slip 19% in 2020

The beauty industry generated $16.1 billion for the year—but there are pockets of progress, according to The NPD Group.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.04.21

Unilever Bets on Plants

Posts good gains in Q4, but stumbles on the year.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.04.21

Hair Care

Schick Hydro Rebrands

Launches global ad campaign, ‘Your Skin Has Feelings.’

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.02.21

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Help for Indies

The Independent Beauty Association has been entrepreneurs’ go-to source for industry information and business guidance for decades.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.01.21

Colgate Posts Gains in 2020

Demand for oral care remains strong in a pandemic.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.29.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Polymers

Dow Chemical Launches Acusol Prime 1 Polymer

Its first multifunctional, biodegradable dispersant that protects dishes against deposits.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.28.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | I&I Marketplace | Laundry Care | Polymers

Dow Chemical Launches Acusol Prime 1 Polymer

Its first multifunctional dispersant that protects dishes against deposits.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.28.21

Fine Fragrance

TFF Opens Nominations for 2021 Awards

Updates the roster of awards categories.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 01.27.21

Disinfectants | Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

CPG Sales Surged 19% During Pandemic

Nearly half of Americans tried new brands or categories since the start of the Pandemic, says NCSolutions.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.23.21

Color Cosmetics

Pinterest Debuts AR Try On for Eyeshadow

Browse eyeshadow shades, try on and purchase in-stock products.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 01.22.21

Hair Care

The Effect of Quarantine on Women’s Hair

How Garnier navigated at-home hair color during the pandemic.

Happi Staff

Hair Care

Color Street Gives Back

Donates $10,000 to each of its 30 2018-2020 awareness campaign charity partners.

Happi Staff 01.18.21

Nailing It in 2020

Consumer demand for hair color and nail care soared during the past year, according to IRI.

Happi Staff 01.17.21

Household Cleaning

Starry-Eyed Over Robotic Household Cleaners

Bona introduces Starry Sky at Virtual CES.

Happi Staff 01.16.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Surfactants

PurposeBuilt Brands Files for IPO

Seeks to raise as much as $100 million in an initial public offering.

Happi Staff 01.16.21

Olay Scientists Create Kits for Teachers

Nominations for #FaceTheSTEMGap lesson kit is Jan. 15.

Happi Staff 01.14.21

Sun Care

Alba Botanica Taps Surfer as Brand Ambassador

Women's champion and Olympic medal hopeful will work with brand through 2021.

Happi Staff 01.13.21

Household Cleaning

HCPA Welcomes Board Members

Adds five new leaders to the Board of Directors.

Happi Staff 01.13.21

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care

Brite Debuts Hair Color at Target

Debuts a line of plant-based hair dyes.

Happi Staff 01.11.21

Functional Ingredients | Laundry Care | Polymers | Surfactants

Laundry Detergent Market

In a pandemic, clean matters more than ever; which explains the gains in fabric care sales. A list of new ingredients follows the article.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.06.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | I&I Marketplace | Laundry Care

Univar & Arylessence Ink Distribution Agreement

US and Canada agreement includes fragrances compliant with the US EPA Safer Choice program.

Happi Staff 01.05.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Personal Cleansers

Univar To Distribute Kalaguard SB in the US

Agreement with Emerald expands portfolio of more environmentally preferred options.

Happi Staff 01.04.21

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Skin Care

Name Change for New Avon

Venerable beauty company retires name from 2016 restructuring.

Happi Staff 01.04.21

Disinfectants

Health Experts Urge Businesses to Implement Covid-19 Guidelines

AIHA issues practical science-based guidelines.

Happi Staff 01.04.21

Tide Expands Hygienic Clean Collection

P&G adds new Tide formulation for extra heavy work.

Happi Staff 01.03.21

Top News of 2020

A list of the breaking news items you wanted to read most on Happi.com.

Happi Staff 12.28.20

More CEOs Expect a Happier New Year!

Most business executives are upbeat about 2021, says McKinsey.

Happi Staff 12.19.20

Sun Care

Raw Elements Hosts World Reef Day 2020

The virtual event raised awareness & funding for critical organizations’ efforts.

Happi Staff 12.18.20

Household Cleaning

P&G Ventures Names Innovation Challenge Finalists

Finalists to pitch their innovations, virtually, during CES next month.

Happi Staff 12.17.20

Household Cleaning | Packaging

Henkel Reaches Sustainable Packaging Milestone

Increases the amount of packaging made of recycled material.

Happi Staff 12.17.20

Household Cleaning | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Grove Closes $125M Funding Round

Plans to drive zero waste product innovation and launch new brands.

Happi Staff 12.16.20

Hair Care

Function of Beauty Enters Target

Becomes available in a retail environment for the first time.

Happi Staff 12.15.20

Henkel Adds Personal Care, Household Concept Teams

Fritz Beauty Lab and LoveNature break new ground in innovation.

Happi Staff 12.14.20

R+Co Branches Out with Bleu Hair Care

The range is divided into families according to benefit.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 12.14.20

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

Cleaning Up This Year’s Wish List

Disinfectant under the tree is very 2020.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 12.14.20

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance

Pura Gets A Celebrity Investor

James Harden will also serve as creative director for smart home fragrance company.

Happi Staff 12.10.20

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Hair Care | Skin Care

Destination Italian Beauty…in North America

Mozzafiato opens immersive online Italian beauty e-comm site, with brick and mortar planned for next year.

Happi Staff 12.09.20

Work From Home Won't Work for Everyone

Most employees don't enjoy the luxury, says McKinsey.

Happi Staff 12.05.20

Skin Care

Foreo Appoints CEO

Boris Trupčević brings 25 years of experience to the role.

Happi Staff 12.04.20

Skin Care

Keys Soulcare Launches Debut Collection

Includes a Sage + Oat Milk Candle, Skin Transformation Cream and Obsidian Facial Roller.

Happi Staff 12.03.20

Actives | Hair Care | I&I Marketplace | Skin Care

Build a Brand...Buy the Book

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Tom Branna, VP/Editorial Director 12.02.20

Color Cosmetics | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Live-Stream Shopping Lifts China’s Beauty Market

The impact of a second wave of cases in China on the beauty and personal care market is likely to be limited.

Michelle Yeomans, Freelance Journalist 12.02.20

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

The Invention Legacy of COVID-19 & Implications for Home & Personal Care

Recent inventions may reverse the course of COVID-19 and provide opportunities that could change the household and personal care industry.

Robert and Margaret Lochhead, Lochhead Consulting LLC 12.02.20

Actives | OTC/Medicated | Skin Care

Skin Care Actives During Inactivity

When there’s nowhere to go, the focus is on the face.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 12.02.20

Household Cleaning

Pine-Sol Opens Online Store

Donating 100% of store proceeds to women of color entrepreneurs.

Happi Staff 12.01.20

Fine Fragrance | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Unilever Adds Bath & Body Brand

‘Find Your Happy Place’ features sensorial products in partnership with Walmart.

Happi Staff 11.30.20

Skin Care

Bucking the Trends

At the helm for a quarter century, Pacifica Beauty CEO Brook Harvey-Taylor is named one of Goldman Sachs’ 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs of 2020.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 11.30.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Household Cleaning | Skin Care

Clean Beauty Rises at Grove Collaborative

The certified B Corp. is shaking up its beauty strategy. CMO Lilian Tomovich provides details.

Happi Staff 11.30.20

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Skin Care

Canopy Adds Vacation Aroma Kit

Humidifier brand that emphasizes healthier skin creates special GWP collection.

Happi Staff 11.26.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care | Sun Care

Baby Your Beauty Brand

TBM Brand Lab is determined to co-create a new wave of innovation-led beauty brands.

Happi Staff 11.26.20

Iowa To Propose CBD Regulations

Hemp proposal a boon for regional farmers, says NPA.

Happi Staff 11.25.20

Mary Kay Helps Sea Turtles, Sustainable Eco-Tourism

Partnership with The Nature Conservancy focused on female-led ecotourism in Solomon Islands.

Happi Staff 11.25.20

Finalists Named in Pitch Competition

Public voting portion of special crowdfunding competition begins tonight at 6pm.

11.24.20

NYSCC Executive Board 2021

Susanna Fernandes of Tri-K Industries elected chair.

Happi Staff 11.23.20

ACI Offers Insight on Handwashing & Disinfecting During Cold & Flu Season

Ideas on how to beat the ‘Triple Threat’ during the holidays.

Happi Staff 11.20.20

Color Cosmetics

Avon Partners with Toys for Tots

Donates more than 60,000 toys to the charitable organization.

Happi Staff 11.20.20

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

Combat Covid with EZ Safer Surface

An active disinfectant surface cleaner that kills the coronavirus pathogen.

Happi Staff 11.17.20

Hair Care

Pantene Supports LGBTQ+ Families

Launches campaign entitled, ‘Family is #BeautifuLBGTQ.’

Happi Staff 11.16.20

Household Cleaning Is Serious Business

Steve Bennett of HCPA weighs in on home care during a pandemic.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 11.16.20

CEW Beauty Award Winners

The 26th annual event attracts more than 1,200 entries and 500 brands in 45 categories. Here's the best of the best.

Happi Staff 11.13.20

CPSC Recalls Kohl’s Candles, Crafty Bubbles Wintergreen Oil

The latest products that are gaining attention from consumer experiences.

Happi Staff 11.12.20

Disinfectants

Local COVID-19 Data? Lysol Has an App for That

Information provided by public health company Kinsa.

Happi Staff 11.12.20

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Hair Care

GilletteLabs' Hot Idea for the Holidays

Creates new Warm Up the Holidays GWP promotion with five small businesses.

Hapi Staff 11.10.20

Skin Care

Ashland Launches Dreamy Textures

Introduces new formulations with nature-derived ingredients.

Happi Staff 11.09.20

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Beauty Makers Are Left to Their Own Devices

Marketers roll out next-generation beauty tools.

Happi Staff 11.07.20

Cleaning Up in Home Care

The market for disinfectants, kitchen sprays, scrubs and other household cleansers is booming in 2020. Need a new ingredient for your formula?

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 11.05.20

OTC/Medicated

NAD Rules on Kerasal Fungal Nail Treatment

Supports discoloration claim, recommends discontinuing others.

Happi Staff 11.04.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Skin Care

Prestige Beauty Still Suffering

But NPD Group's Q3 data finds two sectors are showing signs of recovery.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

Color Cosmetics | Household Cleaning

Clorox Cleans Up in Q1

Company updates its fiscal 2021outlook.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

Henkel Launches AI Tool for Hair Color

New platform will be available within Amazon and Walmart online for all Henkel retail color brands.

Happi Staff 10.30.20

Personal Cleansers

Kneipp Joins Ulta Beauty

Enters retail partnership and is accepted into Ulta’s Conscious Beauty Program.

Happi Staff 10.29.20

Fine Fragrance | Functional Ingredients

LVMH To Acquire Tiffany

The $135 a share on-again-off-again deal is back on.

Happy Staff 10.29.20

LaRoche-Posay Adds New Body Care

Lipikar AP+ shower wash targets dry skin.

Happi Staff 10.28.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care

US Rep. Pallone Grills FDA on Reversal of Formaldehyde Ban

Formaldehyde is still found in heated hair-straightening products.

Happi Staff 10.27.20

Laundry Care

BASF Expands Enzyme Portfolio

Meets laundry challenges and makes innovative, eco-friendly formulations possible.

Happi Staff 10.27.20

Oral Care

Fresh Custom Fit Flosser Launches

Cleans between teeth and below the gumline in just seven seconds.

Happi Staff 10.26.20

Textured Wave

Learn how to achieve 'no styling, styled hair' at home with Kenra’s new products.

Happi Staff 10.26.20

Hair Care | Skin Care

Humming Along

Consumers are more concerned than ever about their health. Hum is meeting their needs with an array of beauty and gut health supplements.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 10.25.20

Fine Fragrance

Alibaba Is Primed for Singles' Day

The largest online shopping event is about three weeks away!

Happi Staff 10.20.20

P&G Sales Up 9% in Q1

Raises FY 2021 outlook as laundry and home care sales pace gains.

Happi Staff 10.20.20

Skin Care

Versed Unveils Winter Gift Set

Stay calm, cool and collected with The Big Chill.

Happi Staff 10.20.20

Actives | Disinfectants | Household Cleaning | I&I Marketplace | Surfactants

Nursing Homes Warn of COVID-19 Spike

Industry leaders call on public health officials to ensure nursing homes have resources needed and for Congress to pass additional funding

Happi Staff 10.20.20

Discover Cleaning Inside & Out

Good Housekeeping, ACI host virtual household care summit.

Happi Staff 10.14.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care | Sun Care

In-Cosmetics Global Award Winners

From probiotic treatments to sustainable sun care, here are the innovative supplier solutions.

Happi Staff 10.07.20

Color Cosmetics

Introducing Nail Wig Stroke Effects

Instantly change the look of base colored manicured nails.

Happi Staff 10.06.20

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care | Surfactants

Scotch Porter Expands in Newark

Sets up shop downtown in the historic Walker House.

Happi Staff 10.06.20

Polymers

WeylChem Launches Polymer Range

Designed for use in liquid and powder detergents.

Happi Staff 10.06.20

Skin Care

Dermablend Appoints Vice President

Tara Pyle brings more than a decade of marketing experience to the role.

Happi Staff 10.06.20

Disinfectants | Hair Care | Household Cleaning | Personal Cleansers

Permanent Changes in Consumer Behavior

The pandemic has created dramatic upheaval in shopping patterns, says McKinsey.

Happi Staff 10.05.20

Hair Care

Aveda Introduces Botanical Repair Range

Hair care for damaged locks spans from a shampoo to a mask.

Happi Staff 10.02.20

New Beauty: Market Disruption, But Not Interruption

Health and wellness will continue to be top priorities for consumers even after the coronavirus pandemic.

Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 10.02.20

Household Cleaning

BASF Earns Safer Choice Award

Is named a 2020 Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award winner by the EPA.

Happi Staff 09.28.20

NYSCC Suppliers’ Day At Home Live Pre-Show Programming

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09.11.20

NYSCC Suppliers’ Day At Home Live Week of Beauty

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09.11.20

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Functional Ingredients

Keep the Home Fires Burning

Home fragrance sales light up as consumers spent more at home.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 09.03.20

NYSCC’s Suppliers’ Day ‘At Home Live’ Week

It all gets underway on September 28.

Happi Staff 09.03.20

Household Cleaning

Clearing the Air: UVC Light at Home

An Eden Prairie, MN-based firm is offering UVC light air care technology that consumers can use at home.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 08.31.20

NYSCC Suppliers' Day At Home Live Schedule

Takes place online from September 28 through October 2, 2020.

Happi Staff 08.26.20

Skin Care

Vaseline Adds New Products

Rolls out two new Jelly Sticks and Intensive Care Almond Smooth.

Happi Staff 08.21.20

Cleaning Products: A Regulatory Review

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08.20.20

Color Cosmetics

Maybelline Taps Artist for Summer Products

Highlighters and bronzers are designed by Jordana Schrager.

Happi Staff 08.10.20

Laundry Care

Color Cosmetics

e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches New Products

Introduces Facial Oil Mists and Bite-Size Face Duos.

Happi Staff 07.27.20

Fine Fragrance

BioMed Balance Recalls Products

Involves Wintergreen and Birch Tar Essential Oils.

Happi Staff 07.23.20

Color Cosmetics

LunchboxWax Expands Retail Products

Waxing services company rolls out Define eyebrow collection.

Happi Staff 07.09.20

AP/Deo

Hello Products Debuts Deodorants

Utilizes sustainably sourced tea tree oil, activated charcoal and shea butter.

Happi Staff 07.08.20

Functional Ingredients

Cosun Biobased Products Rebrands

Changes its name to Cosun Beet Company – Biobased Experts.

Happi Staff 07.06.20

Demand & Supply

Contract manufacturers say business is booming, but coronavirus may crimp results in the near-term.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.01.20

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

HCPA and ACI React to 1,4-Dioxane Bill

Cleaning associations express disappointment with the legislation signed by Cuomo.

Happi Staff 12.09.19

Qosmedix Publishes New Arrivals Brochure

Contains over 200 new items.

Happi Staff 10.22.19

Household Cleaning

New VEO Surface Cleaner

Harnesses the powers of probiotics.

08.30.19

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