Natural Plant Products, Inc.

PBA Opposes House Bill 2325 in West Virginia

Claims that this bill has been fast tracked without an understanding of what it means for both the professional beauty industry and consumers.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.24.21

OTC/Medicated

J.R. Watkins Tackles Pain with New Lines

Sprays, lotions and roll-on formats.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.24.21

RB Launches Vanish Miracle

Laundry serum helps clothes live longer by reviving color in the wash.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.24.21

Personal Cleansers

Another Hand Sanitizer Firm Flagged by FDA

Agency detains batch with potency that doesn't match the label.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.24.21

Old Spice Adds New Fragrances, Barbershop

Trio of novel scents now available as well as a brick-and-mortar location.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.24.21

Skin Care

Murad Creates Advocacy Board

A roster of science and wellness experts with proven thought-leadership in their respective fields.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.23.21

Skin Care

Jada Pinkett Smith's Eco-Friendly Personal Care Arrives at Target

Hey Humans products are packaged in aluminum and paper, making them infinitely recyclable.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.23.21

Bell International Laboratories

Bell International Laboratories is a vertically integrated personal care/cosmetics manufacturer

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

The Cure for Lip Care

Indie beauty brand Qür rolls out portable personal care.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.23.21

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

Disinfectants | I&I Marketplace

Marlins Clean Up with Lysol

First MLB team to partner with RB's cleaning brand.

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

Cleaning Power, Transparency, Sustainability Drive Clorox

CEO Linda Rendle says her focus is keeping the company on offense.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.20.21

Stepan Buys Fermentation Plant

Move expands capabilities in the growing biosurfactant space.

Tom Branna , Editorial Director 02.19.21

AP/Deo | Skin Care

Underarm Skin Care from Secret

P&G brand addresses special concerns in new clinical antiperspirant formulation.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.19.21

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

Surfactants

Colonial Chemical Unveils ColaMate LA-100 MB

A spray-dried, high foaming, mild sulfosuccinate surfactant.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.18.21

Skin Care

What To Expect…

The INCI label explains what’s inside the formulation. Codex Beauty Labs says its new Efficacy Panel speaks to product performance.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.18.21

Hair Care

Scotch Porter Expands at Walmart

The brand’s hair collection is now available in nearly 1,900 Walmart stores across the country.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.17.21

Skin Care

FDA Issues Warning Letter to CBD Company

Online claims for topical oil and supplement catch agency’s attention during three-month review.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.17.21

Packaging | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Burt’s Bees Outlines New Sustainability Goals

Will launch first waste-free product with Loop next month.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.17.21

Personal Cleansers

Dial Launches Clean + Gentle

A line of hypoallergenic body washes and antibacterial foaming hand washes.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.17.21

Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Personalized Skin Care from Beiersdorf

New brand will try to O.W.N. the skin care category.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.17.21

Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Jones Road Enters Skin Care

Bobbi Brown shows she's about more than color cosmetics.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.17.21

Color Cosmetics

Merit Launches at Sephora

Debuts online and in stores with the Clean at Sephora seal.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.16.21

Skin Care

Ambi Skincare Partners with Emerge! A Fashion Runway Show

Ambi’s Next Great Face winners will be featured at New York Fashion Week.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.16.21

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

Mutha Cracks the Code on Vitamin C

Skin care company founder Hope Smith reveals the secret behind the brand's bestselling serum.

02.15.21

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Polymers

E-Help for Textured Hair

Carra provides personalized advice for specific needs.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.15.21

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance

Conscious Consumerism Is in Fashion

As Fashion Week 2021 kicks off, the household and personal products industry can learn something from the garment guys & gals.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.14.21

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

Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Pigments

Lys Debuts at Sephora

The retailer's first Black-owned clean cosmetics collection.

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

Hair Care

Kao Launches Wakati Line For Natural Texture

Patented range, developed with students from Florida A&M, hits mass market retailers after DTC launch.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.12.21

Merle Norman Celebrates 90 Years of Beauty Success

Venerable makeup and skin care company looks back while moving forward.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.12.21

Actives | Disinfectants | Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Insect Control

HCPA Calls on EPA to Restore Safer Choice Program

A valuable resource to develop innovative products, says CEO Steve Caldeira.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.11.21

Skin Care

Nu Skin Announces CEO Transition

Ryan Napierski will succeed Ritch Wood in June.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.11.21

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

Actives | Personal Cleansers

More Hand Sanitizers Stopped at the Border

Active ingredients did not match label claims.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.11.21

Skin Care

FDA Flags Maker of Topical Progesterone Skin Cream

Agency says claims found online establish product as a drug.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.11.21

Color Cosmetics

Sun Chemical Releases Global Regulatory Update

Features details about the reclassification of titanium dioxide in Europe as well as regulatory updates for cosmetics and more.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.10.21

Skin Care

Greentech Group Partners with Phytograde

Combines their expertise to implement a research program on cannabidiol and phytocannabinoids.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.10.21

Hair Care

Garnier Taps Drew Barrymore for Campaign

Promotes its latest Whole Blends Sulfate Free haircare range.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.10.21

AP/Deo | Packaging

Secret, Old Spice Add Refillable Deo Packaging

P&G's major mass market brands make move to more sustainable option.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.10.21

The Future of Cleaning

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

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.10.21

HCPA Announces Virtual Mid-Year Meeting

Online event begins Monday, May 24 through Thursday, May 27.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.09.21

Global Products Expo: Made in the USA

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02.09.21

Actives | Skin Care

Givaudan Launches Nootropics

A collection of six natural and traceable extracts.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.09.21

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

Industry Supports EPA's Safer Choice Program

ACI joins other associations and companies calling on Agency to restore the popular program.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.09.21

Functional Ingredients | OTC/Medicated

CBD Brand Raises $5 Million

Boston-based Beam expands into hydration category, too.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.09.21

Household Cleaning

Hello Bello Launches Plant-Based Cleaning Line

Includes Glass Cleaner, Multi-Surface Cleaner and Wood and Floor Cleaner.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant 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

Skin Care

Baebody Introduces Collagen Tea

Provides a full daily dose of collagen in each tea bag.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.08.21

Honeywell Solstice Technology: Your Answer to Upcoming Regulatory Changes

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Color Cosmetics

Gucci Launches on Tmall Luxury Pavilion

Flagship store connects Gucci Beauty products with more than 770 million Chinese consumers on the Tmall platform.

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

The Best of Private Label

PLMA announces winners of its Salute to Excellence Awards.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.04.21

HCPA Plans Mid-Year Meeting

Registration is open for May 24-27 event.

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

Functional Ingredients

Cosphatec Achieves Natrue Approval

Meets high standards for natural and sustainable raw ingredients.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.04.21

Skin Care

Skin Inc Completes New Round of Investment

Mistletoe helps accelerate Skin Inc’s cloud, e-commerce and omni-channel global expansion.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.03.21

Hair Care

P&G Marks Black History Month with Crowns of Heritage Campaign

Royal Oils by Head & Shoulders, Pantene Gold Series link with AfircanAncestry.com.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.03.21

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Skin Care

Macy's Promotes Black-Owned Beauty

Will launch online 11 brands throughout February and 16 in-store.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.03.21

Colonial Chemical Promotes Dr. Andy Sun

Sun becomes global business development director & HI&I business manager.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.03.21

AP/Deo | Oral Care | Personal Cleansers

More Than a Mouthful

Hello Products expands in the personal care space while maintaining its friendly, design-centric approach.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.03.21

Dove Adds ‘Kids Care’ Collection

Target rollout includes bubble bath and body wash.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.02.21

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Cantu Beauty Reveals 'Elevate' Winners

Three Black female brand founders will receive sponsored campaign valued at $160K.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.02.21

Hair Care

Schick Hydro Rebrands

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

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.02.21

Skin Care

Cream of Nature Launches Scholarship for HBCU Students

Twenty HBCU students will be selected in April 2021 to receive $5,000 scholarships and other prizes.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.01.21

Fine Fragrance

Praan Naturals Unveils Rosewood Essential Oil

Expands its range of more than 500 natural ingredients for personal care product development.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.01.21

Oral Care

This Colgate Toothbrush is a Keeper

New Colgate Keep has replaceable heads and an aluminum handle.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.01.21

Color Cosmetics

China's Cosmetic Market Continues to Expand

NMAP unveils the latest data on manufacturers.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.01.21

Drink It In!

Peter Thomas Roth adds serum to Water Drench collection.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.01.21

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

Trade Association Directory 2021

Following are the contact details of trade associations that serve various segments of our industry and are mentioned frequently in the pages of Happi.

Tom Branna 02.01.21

Cosmetics with Star Power

The most popular brands have a philanthropic element, says Tribe Dynamics.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.31.21

China May Relax Animal Testing for Cosmetics

New rules could impact several common beauty categories.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.31.21

Color Cosmetics

L’Oréal Unveils Program in Partnership with NAACP

Supports Black-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs with one-time grants and mentorship.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 01.29.21

Color Cosmetics

Mintel Reveals 2021 Beauty Trends

Key consumer preferences set to impact the global personal care industry.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 01.29.21

Hair Care

Brite Launches No-Mix Dye for Mass

100% plant-based hair dye will be available in seven shades.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.29.21

Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Kao's Fine Fiber Technology Protects Skin

Ultra-thin membrane adsorbs sebum and protects skin from external factors.

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

Bonuses for Pilot Chemical Employees

Recognition for hard work during a tumultuous 2020.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.28.21

Skin Care

Ace of Air Addresses Beauty and Sustainability

Certified B Corp brand is designed to be entirely circular and fully zero-waste.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.28.21

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

RB Partners with Airbnb

Collaboration gives hosts access to Lysol and Dettol products in 20 countries.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.27.21

Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers

FDA Takes Major Action on Hand Sanitizers from Mexico

Agency issues a countrywide import alert—a first in any category of drug product.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.26.21

Substantiating Sustainability in Personal Care: Giving Consumers a Reason to Believe

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01.25.21

Neutrogena Expands Hydro Boost for Hair Care

Two new scrubs and a mask launch at Walmart in 2021.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 01.25.21

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

P2 Science Appoints Daina Catanese as Marketing Specialist

Catanese to lead marketing and media at growing green chemistry company.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 01.22.21

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

Shiseido May Sell Mass Hair & Skin Care Unit

CVC Capital Partners could pay $1.9 billion, according to sources.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.22.21

Actives | Skin Care

Amyris To Enter Cannabinoid Beauty

Acquires Terasana and will offer new branded products.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.22.21

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

NY's 1,4-Dioxane Law May Impact Concentrated Cleaners

ACI voices concerns about law's impact on refills and pods.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.21.21

Actives | Skin Care

Sabinsa's Top Scientist Addresses US FDA

Kalyanam Nagabhushanam presents on curcuminoids and other nutritional ingredients.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.21.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients

Associations Congratulate Biden & Harris

Personal Care Product Council and American Cleaning Institute executives look forward to working with the new Administration.

Happi Staff 01.20.21

Colonial Chemical Announces New Facility

Begins construction on new specialty chemicals manufacturing plant in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

Happi Staff 01.20.21

Ashland Acquires Schülke & Mayr's Personal Care Business

All-cash transaction expected to close later this year.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.20.21

Skin Care

Alastin Named a Fast-Growing Brand

Professional skin care brand marks fourth year in a row in Kline's report.

Happi Staff 01.20.21

Hair Care

The Effect of Quarantine on Women’s Hair

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

Happi Staff

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

A Surge in Interest for Supplements & Vitamins

Hyaluronic acid supplements searches soar more than 38%, according to Spate.

Happi Staff 01.19.21

Hair Care

Manscaped Expands Further in Europe

Launches in Norway and Switzerland.

Happi Staff 01.18.21

Hair Care

Redken's Acidic Range Is 60 Years in the Making

Formulated with an acidic pH to defend against the negative effect of hair coloring, styling tools and even water.

Happi Staff 01.18.21

Hair Care | Oral Care | Skin Care | Surfactants

P&G, L'Oréal & Amorepacific Make News at CES

Here's a look at what you're reading for the week ended January 16.

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

Three Form Vertical Beauty Alliance

Mana, Meiyume and RPG team up to offer end-to-end beauty solutions.

Happi Staff 01.15.21

Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Amyris Named a Top Social & Environmental Impact Company

Recognized by Real Leaders as a 'force for good.'

Happi Staff 01.15.21

Coming Clean About Clean Beauty

Experts weigh in on the pros and cons of this controversial term.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 01.14.21

Skin Care | Sun Care

Ashland Launches Antaron ECo Gel

New ingredient offers a lighter feel ideal for gel, lotion, milk, or spray formulas.

Happi Staff 01.14.21

Cure Crate Delivers CBD

New subscription service lets consumers sample personalized CBD products.

Happi Staff 01.14.21

Actives | Skin Care

Nu Skin Launches ‘Clean’ Formula Line

Nutricentials Bioadaptive Skin Care is a 14-product line housed in sustainable packaging.

Happi Staff 01.14.21

Skin Care

Keys Soulcare Unveils Six More Products

Emphasizes soul-nurturing rituals with clean formulas and ingredients.

Happi Staff 01.13.21

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

Fine Fragrance

Fragrance Creators Association Issues Statement

Secures over $180 million in savings on essential oils tariffs, avoiding cost increases on everyday scented products.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Hair Care | Skin Care

New CEO for Dollar Shave Club

Founder Michael Dubin will step down this month.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Croda Partners with Genesis Biosciences

Expands existing portfolio of safe and sustainable cleaning raw materials.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

ASTM International Adds Freeman to Board

Brings more than 24 years of experience from Rockwell Automation.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Skin Care

Vejii Taps Tia Blanco as Brand Ambassador

Launches Blanco’s vegan skincare brand on its platform.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

OTC/Medicated | Skin Care

Minority Investment for Hero Cosmetics

Fast-growing acne patch maker's first outside capital.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Skin Care

Follain Supports Black-Owned Beauty Businesses

Commits 15% of shelf space to Black-owned brands.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Skin Care

Cover FX Debuts Moisturizer

Bridges skincare and makeup with an ultra-blendable formula.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Skin Care

Eraclea Debuts Skin Care Range

Unveils products in five categories infused with HylaFusion.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Color Cosmetics

Former Chanel CEO Joins Credo BoD

Maureen Chiquet has been named as an independent director of Credo’s Board.

Happi Staff 01.12.21

Skin Care

Farmasi Expands Age Reversist Line

Three new products, including mask with vitamin C, ascorbic acid and gold.

Happi Staff 01.11.21

Skin Care

The Indie Interview: Dr. Elsa Jungman

Jungman has launched a line of products that contains minimal ingredients and utilizes real science.

Happi Staff 01.11.21

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care

Brite Debuts Hair Color at Target

Debuts a line of plant-based hair dyes.

Happi Staff 01.11.21

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Skin Care

Beauty Is a Bargain in the US

Cosmetify ranks the most and least expensive cosmetics markets.

Happi Staff 01.09.21

Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Pigments

About Face Is About To Debut

Halsey-backed brand rolls out later this month.

Happi Staff 01.09.21

Skin Care

cbdMD Enters Beauty Space

Brand rolls out 15 luxury products for face and body.

Happi Staff 01.08.21

Color Cosmetics | Household Cleaning | Skin Care

Businesses Call for a Peaceful Transfer of Power

Civic Alliance members, including leaders in household and personal care, issue a joint statement after Jan. 6 attack in Washington DC.

Happi Staff 01.08.21

Hair Care

Curlsmith Closes Series A Funding

Continues its expansion in the US and Europe.

Happi Staff 01.08.21

Hair Care | Skin Care

New Inner Beauty Launches

Is the focus on wellness creating new opportunities for ingestible beauty products?

Happi Staff 01.08.21

Skin Care

Seiso JBeauty Launches Ceramide Products

New products strengthen the skin barrier and seal in moisture.

Happi Staff 01.07.21

Skin Care

Breakthrough Oxygen Therapy Reverses the Aging Process

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Navin Geria, Ayurderm Technologies, LLC 01.06.21

Functional Ingredients | Laundry Care | Polymers | Surfactants

A Clean Commitment

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

CBD? What’s the deal with hemp?

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01.06.21

Skin Care

Okoko Cosmétiques Unveils Retail Space

New storefront in Vancouver serves as a go-to space for all things beauty and wellness.

Happi Staff 01.06.21

Disinfectants | I&I Marketplace

Cintas Adds Disposable Wipes

Facilities and corporate apparel provider expands offerings with disposable disinfecting and hand sanitizing products.

Happi Staff 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

Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

P&G Says Bye, Bye Billie

Acquisition of razor maker ended due to FTC complaint.

Happi Staff 01.05.21

Color Cosmetics

Halsey Launches Cosmetics Brand

DTC and Ipsy launch for About-Face.

Happi Staff 01.05.21

Actives | Skin Care

Olay’s Collagen Push

With a formulation designed to deliver the key ingredient where it needs to be, Olay Regenerist rolls out Collagen Peptide24 collection nationwide.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.05.21

AP/Deo

Kopari Adds Coastal Deodorant

Expands its line of clean and aluminum-free products with new scent for 2021.

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

Skin Care

Amyris Launches Biossance in China

Partners with Superordinary to bring its clean beauty skincare brand to the greater China market.

Happi Staff 01.04.21

Color Cosmetics

Beauty by PopSugar Files for Bankruptcy

Once a fast-rising indie brand.

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

OPI Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Rolls out the red carpet with the Hollywood collection.

Happi Staff 01.04.21

Skin Care

Better by The Box

Using aromatherapy to treat anxiety led Lauren VanScoy to create Essence One. Now the brand has a new subscription service focused on mental health and beauty.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 01.04.21

Hair Care | Preservatives

Unilever Sued Over Tresemmé

Plaintiffs claim DMDM hydantoin puts consumers at risk.

Happi Staff 01.03.21

Tide Expands Hygienic Clean Collection

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

Happi Staff 01.03.21

Actives | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

What You’re Reading on Happi.com

Millie Bobby Brown’s acquisition tops our list for the week ended Jan. 2, 2021.

Happi Staff 01.03.21

Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Pigments | Skin Care

Colour Cosmetics That Are Out of The Ordinary

The Ordinary expands its lineup to include concealers.

Happi Staff 01.02.21

Hair Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Online Buying Is Here to Stay

Personal care makes gains, says Provoke Insights.

Happi Staff 01.01.21

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Hair Care

Aveda Goes Vegan

Beeswax, honey and beeswax-derived ingredients phased out.

Happi Staff 12.31.20

Oral Care

Company Cited for COVID-19 Claims

Mouth rinse claims catch eye of FDA and FTC.

Happi Staff 12.31.20

Skin Care

Warning Letter Sent To CBD Products Maker

FDA says Houston-based firm's claims are in violation of the FD&C Act.

Happi Staff 12.31.20

Skin Care | Sun Care

Warning Letter Sent To Florida Company

Violations related to Age Blocker and Estro-Lift Day Therapy topical skin care products.

Happi Staff 12.31.20

Hair Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Top Formulations of 2020

What were you making in 2020? Hand sanitizer, of course. But skin and facial care products made the list of the most-accessed formulations.

Happi Staff 12.30.20

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Surfactants

COVID-19 & Carpet Cleaning

Segment sales are soaring, according to Technavio.

Happi Staff 12.30.20

The Best Household & Personal Products of 2020

Did your formula make the Good Housekeeping Institute's list?

Happi Staff 12.30.20

Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

THG Holdings Buys Dermstore

It's good news for Dermstore brand-building efforts.

Happi Staff 12.30.20

Fine Fragrance

Pierre Cardin Dies

Fashion designer took license with licensing.

Happi Staff 12.29.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Indie To Indie

Happi’s monthly “Indie Inc.” feature profiles have enabled founders to speak about their brands and to each other.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 12.29.20

Top News of 2020

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

Happi Staff 12.28.20

Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Amyris' Sugarcane Is Traceable

Bonsucro Chain of Custody Certification ensures traceability.

Happi Stff 12.28.20

Hair Care

Helen of Troy Re-Signs Revlon

A long, long-term pact for naming rights.

Happi Staff 12.23.20

Disinfectants

Pilot Chemical Secures EPA Acceptance for SARS-CoV-2 Claims

Customers using Maquat 86-M, 32-NHQ, 64-NHQ, 128-NHQ and 256-NHQ products can now claim the product is proven effective against SARS-CoV-2.

Happi Staff 12.22.20

AP/Deo | Packaging

Coming Clean About Stink

Four questions with Rachel Peters, co-founder of Clean Age, a new brand for teens that offers a clean deodorant in eco-friendly, customizable packaging.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 12.22.20

Woman to Women

Indie brand ph-D Feminine Health is on the rise.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 12.21.20

Skin Care

Operation CBDeceit: FTC Crackdown on CBD Products

Agency takes action against six companies for unsupported claims for oils, balms, gummies and more.

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

Skin Care

18.21 Man Made Adds New Products

Celebrates the spirit of masculinity.

Happi Staff 12.17.20

Household Cleaning

HCPA Appoints Director of State Government Relations & Public Policy

Christopher Finarelli brings 13+ years of state-level policy, political and government affairs experience to the association.

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

Skin Care

HollyHoux Beauty Line Launches for Holiday Season

Debuts with a colorful collection of vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and sustainable products.

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

Skin Care

Tula Joins Conscious Beauty at Ulta

Dr. Roshini Raj becomes a member of the Conscious Beauty Advisory Council.

Happi Staff 12.16.20

Household Cleaning

ACI Adds Staff Members

Ryan Heisler and Elizabeth Sullivan join the organization.

Happi Staff 12.15.20

Genomatica Brings New Level of Transparency to Personal Care

Sustainability impact calculator helps answer consumer demand for information.

Happi Staff 12.15.20

Skin Care

New Retinol Stick Hitting Sephora

Peace Out Skincare crafts new eye treatment.

Happi Staff 12.15.20

Hair Care

Function of Beauty Enters Target

Becomes available in a retail environment for the first time.

Happi Staff 12.15.20

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Surfactants

Trade Groups Applaud EPA's 1,4-Dioxane Assessment

Regular use of household cleaners does not pose unreasonable risk to consumers.

Happi Staff 12.14.20

Cosmetics & Personal Care Products – Legal, Regulatory and Compliance

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12.14.20

Henkel Adds Personal Care, Household Concept Teams

Fritz Beauty Lab and LoveNature break new ground in innovation.

Happi Staff 12.14.20

A Return of Panic Buying?

As COVID-19 cases surge, there will be a run on supplies.

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

Sustainability Is at the Core of Recovery

Post-pandemic, the emphasis must be on sustainable transformation, says McKinsey's Dickon Pinner.

Happi Staff 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

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Packaging | Polymers | Skin Care

Beiersdorf To Use Renewable Plastics in Cosmetics Packaging

Will use Sabic's certified, renewable polypropylene in mass lines

Happi Staff 12.12.20

Bliss Launches Holiday Products

Personal care is highlighted at an affordable price point.

Happi Staff 12.11.20

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Household Cleaning | Personal Cleansers

BASF Launches 1,4-Dioxane Calculator

An easier way to keep product formulas in compliance.

Happi 12.11.20

Functional Ingredients | Insect Control

Protecting Skin Against Mosquito-borne Infectious Disease

Low-viscosity silicone oil can repel the insect, says Kao.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 12.10.20

HCPA's Caldeira Named Top Lobbyist

Earns recognition from The Hill for third year in a row.

Happi Staff 12.10.20

Color Cosmetics

BYBI Launches in Target

The UK brand expands overseas in the US on January 17.

Happi Staff 12.10.20

Skin Care

DermaDoctor Adds Direct Sales

Skin care brand expands its retail strategy.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 12.10.20

Color Cosmetics

Perfect Corp. Partners with Snap Inc.

Integrates its augmented reality beauty try-on experiences into the Snapchat platform.

Happi Staff 12.10.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

Sophim Offers Expertise in Squalane

Family-owned company invests in innovative distillation, esterification and hydrogenation processes to deliver quality materials.

Happi Staff 12.10.20

Hair Care

Ashland Unveils Styleze CSP

A nature-derived styling polymer for hair.

Happi Staff 12.10.20

Hair Care

Dr. Wolff USA Launches Haircare Products in US

Plantur 21 and Plantur 39 have already gained popularity in Germany.

Happi Staff 12.10.20

Color Cosmetics

C’est Moi Expands Into Target in 2021

Unveils Flushed Lip & Cheek Balm, Lid Love Cream Eyeshadow and Visionary Metallic Makeup Crayon Set.

Happi Staff 12.09.20

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Skin Care

Puig Unveils New Business Structure

Creates new “Derma” division and sets lofty growth goals.

Happi Staff 12.09.20

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

Azelis Americas Taps Managing Director Latin America

Appoints Eduardo Salinas to the leadership role.

Happi Staff 12.08.20

HCPA Innovation Award Winners

Recognizing the next generation of products that moves the industry forward.

Happi Staff 12.07.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | I&I Marketplace | Surfactants

HCPA Honors Its Own

Recognizes several industry executives during XPAND 2020 Annual Meeting

Happi Staff 12.07.20

Color Cosmetics

Revlon Names CMO

Martine Williamson returns to oversee brand equity and architecture.

Happi Staff 12.07.20

Personal Cleansers

NY Hand Sanitizer Maker Sues Kroger

The $85 million lawsuit contends retailer reneged on hand sanitizer delivery.

Happi Staff 12.07.20

HCPA Annual Meeting Starts Today

A week of live virtual events focused on the road ahead.

Happi Staff 12.07.20

Actives | Disinfectants | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

Protect Cleaning Product Employees

Cleaning product manufacturing facility workers should receive prioritization for coronavirus vaccines, says ACI.

Happi Staff 12.04.20

Hair Care

Combe Increases Stake in Virtue Labs

Now majority owner of “tech-driven” hair care brand featuring patented ingredient.

Happi Staff 12.04.20

Skin Care

Foreo Appoints CEO

Boris Trupčević brings 25 years of experience to the role.

Happi Staff 12.04.20

Hair Care | Skin Care

Function of Beauty Sees $150 Million Investment

Leader in building customized hair care formulations for consumers has expanded into skin and body care.

Happi Staff 12.04.20

Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Semi-solid Cosmetic Ingredients from P2 Science

A new, unique, bio-derived and patented line based on Citropol.

Happi Staff 12.04.20

Household Cleaning

Croda, Evonik, SC Johnson Execs Join ACI

Fill vacancies on the ACI Board of Directors.

Happi Staff 12.03.20

Color Cosmetics

ACI Offers Update on 1,4-Dioxane Regulation

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) held its second virtual public meeting on the topic.

Happi Staff 12.03.20

New Year, New Products at Garnier

Media preview showcases big news from Whole Blends shampoo and conditioner.

Happi Staff 12.03.20

Oral Care

Plus Ultra Unveils Biodegradable Oral Care

Helps to directly combat the millions of electric toothbrush replacement heads tossed each year.

Happi Staff 12.03.20

Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Sabinsa Founder Publishes Book

Captures the quintessential science on Boswellic acids and delves into the long-ignored polysaccharide component of Boswellia gum.

Happi Staff 12.03.20

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

Unilever Supports Animal Testing Ban

Calls on European Chemicals Agency to uphold measure.

Happi Staff 12.02.20

Color Cosmetics

Merle Norman Partners with Cardinal Cheerleaders

Unveils Merle Norman Plush Lipstick in Daredevil and the Chubby Lip Crayon in Ladybug.

Happi Staff 12.02.20

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

Hair Care

This Clean Beauty is for The Dogs

Products formulated with aloe vera, natural oils and edible mica.

Happi Staff 12.02.20

Functional Ingredients

Gelita Acquires Stake in SelJel

Meets the growing demand for halal gelatine products.

Happi Staff 12.01.20

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Skin Care

Sephora To Open Stores in Kohl's

First 200 Sephora at Kohl's units will open in Fall 2021.

Happi Staff 12.01.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients | OTC/Medicated | Skin Care | Sun Care

J&J Seeks Black Innovators in Skin Care

Johnson & Johnson issues QuickFire Challenge

Happi Staff 12.01.20

Household Cleaning

Pine-Sol Opens Online Store

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

Happi Staff 12.01.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Skin Care

Let the Gifting Begin

With shopping underway, a look at special gift sets created for this unprecedented holiday season.

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

Lisa Rinna Rolls Out Lip Products

Actress gets into the beauty game with holiday launch.

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

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

Who Wants To Be a Millionaire?

If you have beauty AND brains, take it to the bank. Here's a list of investors with cash for your cosmetics.

Happi Staff 11.28.20

Carmen Electra Launches Vegan Beauty Line

GoGo Skincare is a three-step system to be sold online.

Happi Staff 11.27.20

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Skin Care

Top German Cities Experience Slower Recovery in Q3

Beauty, skincare and fragrance lag behind in Germany’s largest cities.

Happi Staff 11.26.20

Oral Care

FDA Warns Oral Care Co. for COVID-19 Claims

Agency and FTC take issue with Pro Breath MD's claims made online.

Happi Staff 11.25.20

Iowa To Propose CBD Regulations

Hemp proposal a boon for regional farmers, says NPA.

Happi Staff 11.25.20

Finalists Named in Pitch Competition

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

11.24.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Sabinsa Tests Ingredients for Glyphosate

Testing for residual herbicide in 20 nutraceutical ingredients.

Happi Staff 11.23.20

Color Cosmetics

e.l.f. Partners with Twitch Streamer Loserfruit

Looks to build connections with Gen Z audiences across multiple social platforms.

Happi Staff 11.23.20

IBA Offers a Broad Range of Benefits

The Independent Beauty Association (formerly ICMAD) provides technical, legal, regulatory and business expertise to its members.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 11.22.20

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Customizable Beauty Batons from Ready Set Jet

Mix and match pieces to create your ideal beauty routine.

Happi Staff 11.21.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Skin Care

Beauty Deals: Who’s Buying, Who’s Selling?

The pandemic is changing the way mergers and acquisitions are assessed.

Happi Staff 11.21.20

Color Cosmetics

Gattefossé Launches Website in Chinese

Expands its visibility on the internet and strengthens its presence locally.

Happi Staff 11.20.20

Preservatives

EPA Extends Deadline for BIT Self-Certification Process

The process has been extended from November 2020 to December 31, 2021.

Happi Staff 11.20.20

Skin Care

Alastin Skincare Ranks Among the Fastest-Growing Companies in North America

According to Deloitte, Alastin grew 1305% from 2016-2019.

Happi Staff 11.20.20

Oral Care

Colgate's Research on COVID-19

Lab studies in new research program show specific toothpaste and mouthwash formulas neutralize the virus.

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

I&I Marketplace

New ‘Vehicle Hygiene’ Company

Turtle Wax, Shell Lubricants launch Move Clean, fueled by Defend-X EPA-registered surface sanitizer.

Happi Staff 11.20.20

Household Cleaning | I&I Marketplace | Laundry Care

Brenntag Opens HI&I Application & Development Center

Allentown, PA lab covers surface, laundry, hand care, industrial cleaning and more.

Happi Staff 11.19.20

Functional Ingredients

Croda Buys Iberchem, a Flavor & Fragrance Company

Creates a full service offering to customers in consumer care markets.

Happi Staff 11.19.20

Hair Care

Amika Partners with TerraCycle

Introduces a free, national recycling program for its hair care packaging.

Happi Staff 11.18.20

Hair Care | Skin Care

Reformulation, Product Expansion at Mother Dirt

Probiotic skin care company adds AOB to entire range.

Happi Staff 11.18.20

Henkel Joins The Climate Pledge

Commits to achieve net-zero annual carbon emissions 10 years ahead of the target set by the UN Paris Agreement.

Happi Staff 11.18.20

Skin Care

Hey Dewy Portable Humidifier Hydrates Skin

Two new colorways available for Holiday 2020.

Happi Staff 11.17.20

Personal Cleansers

Dr. Bronner’s Crafts Soap That Smells Like Cannabis

Classic bar soap to promote regenerative organic cannabis standard.

Happi Staff 11.17.20

Skin Care

Leaping Bunny Certifies Latest Brand

Confirms that eos products and ingredients are not tested on animals.

Happi Staff 11.17.20

I&I Marketplace

RB Funds Robotic Cleaning Start-Up

Leader in Austin, TX-based Maidbot's Series B round.

Happi Staff 11.17.20

Fine Fragrance

Acca Kappa Celebrates 150th Anniversary

Rolls out limited-edition MyScent 150 Eau de Parfum.

Happi Staff 11.17.20

Household Cleaning Is Serious Business

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

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 11.16.20

Personal Cleansers

Touchland Expands Its Reach

Launches on Target.com with four scented hand sanitizers.

Happi Staff 11.16.20

CBD? What’s the deal with hemp?

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11.16.20

Color Cosmetics

CoverGirl Unveils Clean Mascara

Lash Blast Clean Volume formula will launch nationwide in January.

Happi Staff 11.16.20

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

Alzo Introduces Biomade Hempseed Oil Emollients

Five novel, naturally-derived esters, waxes and polymers impart unique cosmetic properties and textures.

Happi Staff 11.16.20

Skin Care

Beauty Inspired by French Vineyards

Former attorney Caroline Levy introduces Zinda Beauty.

Happi Staff 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

Color Cosmetics

e.l.f. Streamlines Packaging Footprint

Eliminates approximately 650,000 pounds of packaging material.

Happi Staff 11.13.20

Fine Fragrance | Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Nature & Natura

Iguatemi Costa details the company's strong commitment to innovate below the 1.5°C threshold.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 11.12.20

CPSC Recalls Kohl’s Candles, Crafty Bubbles Wintergreen Oil

The latest products that are gaining attention from consumer experiences.

Happi Staff 11.12.20

InBloom Launches Dream Sleep

The powder features magnesium, chamomile flower, passionflower, and L-theanine for beauty rest.

Happi Staff 11.12.20

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care

Lubrizol Rolls Out AlgaPūr

A bio-based oil derived from microalgae.

Happi Staff 11.12.20

SCC Announces 2020 Award Winners

Howard Epstein, Nava Dayan and Martha Tate recognized by the Society.

Happi Staff 11.12.20

Actives | Skin Care

Réduit Enters Skin Care Sector

Treatments delivered through ultrasonic magnetic misting technology that increases skin's absorption rate.

Happi Staff 11.12.20

Disinfectants | I&I Marketplace

Clorox Healthcare Expands Range of Disinfectants

New low fragrance bleach for electrostatic sprayer kills C. diff in five minutes.

Happi Staff 11.11.20

Skin Care

Noodle & Boo's New Line Addresses Eczema

E-7 Collection features flare-up treatment and maintenance products.

Happi Staff 11.11.20

Household Cleaning

Regulatory Updates in the Cleaning Industry

NYSDEC announces two public stakeholder meetings and EPA releases revised draft risk evaluation for Pigment Violet 29.

Happi Staff 11.10.20

Color Cosmetics

Introducing PDL Cosmetics

A line of highly pigmented, vegan products created by Patricia De Leon.

Happi Staff 11.10.20

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care | Sun Care | Testing

Beauty Goes to Bat for Animal Welfare

Challenges recent EU ruling on animal testing for ingredients.

Happi Staff 11.10.20

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

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Packaging | Packaging | Skin Care

Packaging & the Pandemic

Paul Day explains the challenges facing suppliers during COVID-19.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 11.10.20

Fine Fragrance

Inter Parfums Reports Q3 Results

Net sales declined 16% compared to the prior year period.

Happi Staff 11.09.20

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

ACI Releases Statement on President-Elect Biden

From Association President and CEO.

Happi Staff 11.09.20

Seasonal Hair Care Suggestions

Founder of indie beauty brand offers a few pointers to keep hair healthy.

Shiva Tavakoli, founder of JOON Haircare 11.09.20

It’s All About the Candle at Kahina Giving Beauty

This holiday gift idea draws inspiration from Southern Morocco.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 11.09.20

Skin Care

CLR Launches Virtual Exhibition

Offers news, insights and the latest formulations.

Happi Staff 11.09.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Klersun Expands Hemp Production Facility

New capacity to reach 12,000 kg of distillate a month.

Happi Staff 11.06.20

Hair Care

Eva NYC Partners with TerraCycle

Makes its line of hair care products nationally recyclable in the U.S.

Happi Staff 11.06.20

Skin Care

Herbalife Launches Enrichual

A line of topical skincare products formulated with hemp-cannabinoids.

Happi Staff 11.06.20

Actives | AP/Deo | Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers | Surfactants

Me Time: The Market for Women's Wellness

While there is probably some slacking off due to social distancing, personal hygiene never goes out of style.

Happi Staff 11.05.20

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

FTC Takes Action Against Fake Websites Selling Clorox, Lysol

Ohio issues restraining order against 25 counterfeit operators to stop selling products.

Happi Staff 11.05.20

Color Cosmetics

Carolyn Aronson Launches Be A 10

A new cosmetics brand from the creator of It’s A 10 Haircare.

Happi Staff 11.05.20

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

The Eco-Conscious Consumer

Mintel expert explains how beauty companies can get in her head...and heart.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 11.05.20

Laundry Care | Surfactants

Stepan Is a Sustainability Leader

Ranked No. 45 among 5,500 publicly-traded companies by WSJ.

Happi Staff 11.04.20

Personal Cleansers

Deodorant for Teens, by Teens

Clean Age offers products in recyclable packaging for ages 9-18.

Happi Staff 11.04.20

Actives | Skin Care

Ultra Chemical Debuts Bicosome Technology

Delivers actives to different layers of the skin to ensure efficacy.

Happi Staff 11.03.20

Color Cosmetics

HatchBeauty Acquires Duncan Cosmetics

Lique, Tattoo Junkie and Remi Rose are part of the deal.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

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

Functional Ingredients

MFG Chemical Supports National Kidney Foundation

Sponsored golf team qualifies for National finals at Pebble Beach.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Skin Care

Pitch Perfected

Chris Hobson answers questions about this month's Black Girl Ventures-Rare Beauty Brands Pitch Competition.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 11.02.20

Color Cosmetics

L’Oréal Professionnel Launches Salon Campaign

Aims to empower businesses and bring clients back.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

MAC Cosmetics Debuts Retail Pilot

Queens location in New York City features unique concepts such as custom palettes and a mobile store portal.

11.02.20

Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

A Luxury Case for Sanitizers

Staud Partners with Noshinku to design leather hand sanitizer holders.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

I&I Marketplace

EPA Approves Ecolab Sink & Surface Cleaner Sanitizer

Can be used spray bottle, bucket, wipe, third sink or electrostatic spray applications.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

Actives | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Nippon Shikizai Thrives During Pandemic

A credit to a pivot to hand sanitizer and NPD.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

Color Cosmetics | Household Cleaning

Clorox Cleans Up in Q1

Company updates its fiscal 2021outlook.

Happi Staff 11.02.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care | Sun Care

Misconceptions About Melanin

JLabs webinar focuses on skin treatments, sun care and cancer prevention in the Black community.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 11.01.20

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

Laundry Care | Oral Care

Church & Dwight Posts Gains in Q3

After 13.9% rise in quarterly sales, maker of Arm & Hammer predicts 2020 will be a banner year.

Happi Staff 10.30.20

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Amyris Adds Another Beauty Brand

Venture with Rose Inc. Founder Rosie Huntington-Whiteley will launch in Q3 2021.

10.30.20

Skin Care | Testing

Blood Flow & Skin Care

Kao Corp researchers detail the benefits for formulators.

Happi Staff 10.30.20

Skin Care

Aquage Partners with Plastic Bank

Prevents plastic waste from entering the ocean.

Happi Staff 10.29.20

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Personal Cleansers | Surfactants

Pilot Chemical Promotes Shoaib Arif

Research Fellow is the highest technical role at the company.

Happi Staff 10.29.20

Personal Cleansers

Kneipp Joins Ulta Beauty

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

Happi Staff 10.29.20

Skin Care

Scratch Goods Offers Holiday Gift Ideas

Chicago-based beauty brand recommends natural, affordable skin care selections.

Happi Staff 10.29.20

Color Cosmetics | Household Cleaning

TricorBraun Wins Accolades from IoPP

Earns recognition for packaging in the Household Products and Cosmetics categories.

Happi Staff 10.29.20

Oral Care

Sunstar Recalls Oral Rinse

Paroex prescription oral rinse product for gingivitis may be contaminated with bacteria.

Happi Staff 10.28.20

Color Cosmetics

Amazing Lash Studio Taps Hu as CEO

She brings 20 years of consumer products and health experience.

Happi Staff 10.28.20

LaRoche-Posay Adds New Body Care

Lipikar AP+ shower wash targets dry skin.

Happi Staff 10.28.20

Ashland Launches Multifunctional Preservative Booster

Biodegradable additive is based on a compound occurring in different plants.

Happi Staff 10.28.20

Color Cosmetics

What's Hot in Color for 2022 & 2023?

WSGN and Coloro reveal five hot hues for upcoming seasons.

Happi Staff 10.28.20

Personal Cleansers

Mexican Hand Sanitizer Maker Flagged by FDA

Adulterated products were detained and refused admission at the border.

Happi Staff 10.28.20

Fine Fragrance

Inter Parfums Begins Rebound

Reports 2020 third quarter net sales.

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

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

FDA Takes Aim at Mercury

Issues statement regarding He and skin care 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

Packaging | Polymers

L'Oréal Creates Bottles from Carbon Emissions

Joins Total and LanzaTech to develop novel production process.

Happi Staff 10.27.20

Ending the year with two new products

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Color Cosmetics

A Refillable Beauty Brand from a Former Sephora Executive

Margarita Arriagada introduces Valdé makeup.

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

Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Ravago Chemicals, Valtris Specialty Chemicals Sign Accord

Distribution deal for Valtris materials in personal care as well as nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals.

Happi Staff 10.25.20

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

The End of the Line for Sales Calls?

McKinsey gets a bead on B2B sales.

Happi Staff 10.24.20

Disinfectants

Researchers Explore COVID-19 Surface Transmission

Universities, Innospec and others in new 18 month partnership.

Happi Staff 10.23.20

Color Cosmetics | Pigments

Jason Wu Launches Cosmetics Line

Eponymous collection debuts at Target.

Happi Staff 10.23.20

L'Oréal Q3: Better-than-Expected

Sales decline, but e-commerce, actives provide lift.

Happi Staff 10.22.20

Evolution of Smooth Expands Body Care Collection

Whipped and light lotions and creams span from Vanilla Cashmere to Coconut Waters.

Happi Staff 10.22.20

Sustainability Trends to Watch for in 2021

BRANDS ARE DOING MORE TO TACKLE THE MOST PRESSING CHALLENGES OF OUR INDUSTRY

Hair Care | Skin Care

New AAS Degree in Beauty & Wellness

L’Oréal USA Professional Products Division partners with salon operator on this new degree.

Happi Staff 10.21.20

Skin Care

Element Apothec Offers Transparency

Receives pending B Corp certification.

Happi Staff 10.21.20

Skin Care

A New Subscription Brand for Men

Luxee offers access to top men’s brands & products through a box delivered right to the door.

Happi Staff 10.20.20

Fine Fragrance

Alibaba Is Primed for Singles' Day

The largest online shopping event is about three weeks away!

Happi Staff 10.20.20

Actives | Functional Ingredients

Cargill Buys Floratech

Combines Cargill's supply chain and commercial capabilities with Floratech's research capabilities and specialty ingredient portfolio.

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

Alterna Adds Caviar Anti-Aging Clinical Densifying Range

New hair care line targets thinning textures and spans from a mousse to a shampoo.

Happi Staff 10.20.20

Skin Care

Rodan + Fields Launches New Regimen

Targets major signs of aging in one simple system.

Happi Staff 10.19.20

Falling Behind in the Digital Race?

McKinsey offers four strategies to get back on track.

Happi Staff 10.18.20

Fine Fragrance

A Bacon-Scented Face Mask

Yes. That’s what it says. Would you wear one?

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 10.16.20

Actives | Skin Care

Gattefossé Fights Skin Aging

Introduces new ingredient derived from Cotton thistle.

Happi Staff 10.15.20

Disinfectants

MLB Partners with Lysol

Will reinforce and promote healthy habits and disinfection protocols for players, staff and fans.

Happi Staff 10.15.20

P&G Partners with Canvas for Handwashing Outreach

Safeguard Hand Soap to reach classrooms nationwide with free hygiene education and product donation.

Happi Staff 10.15.20

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Ulta Launches Conscious Beauty

An initiative focused on delivering transparency to consumers.

Happi Staff 10.14.20

Women’s Wellness: Getting Personal About Intimate Care

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10.14.20

Skin Care

L’Occitane to Present at IFSCC

Will showcase new research done on the Immortelle Flower.

Happi Staff 10.14.20

Discover Cleaning Inside & Out

Good Housekeeping, ACI host virtual household care summit.

Happi Staff 10.14.20

Sustainable Cleaning Products Summit

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10.14.20

Sun Care

Croda Partners with Entekno

Will deliver a range of mineral sunscreens.

Happi Staff 10.13.20

Actives | Sun Care

Know Your Alphabet: OMUFA, OMOR and AO

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Nadim Shaath, Alpha R&D 10.13.20

Skin Care

FDA Calls Out 'Black Salves' As Dangerous

Said to treat cancer, moles and skin tags, agency has issued two recent warning letters.

Happi Staff 10.13.20

Skin Care

Eco Lips Enters CBD Space

New CBD Me Balms will be available this month.

Happi Staff 10.12.20

Cleaning Industry Rises to 2020's Challenge

New data from ACI shows the supply and demand of production so far this year.

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Start a Skin Care Line with Low Minimums

Smaller orders enable brands to capitalize on the hottest ingredients, environmental recommendations and cause-related promotions.

Gavin Collier, Dynamic Blending 10.11.20

Nudestix Expands Into Skin Care Sector

Nudeskin is a luxe four-step system said to improve and brighten the face.

Happi Staff 10.09.20

Skin Care

Blackstone Takes Stake in ZO Skin Health

Professional skincare company founded by Dr. Zein Obagi.

Happi Staff 10.09.20

Skin Care

Kylie Skin Goes Global

Launches DTC websites in the UK, France, Germany and Australia.

Happi Staff 10.09.20

How plant-based ingredients are replacing talc to deliver more beautiful benefits

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Color Cosmetics

Shoppers Drug Mart Unveils Quo Beauty

A beauty line with newly formulated cruelty-free products.

Happi Staff 10.08.20

Disinfectants | I&I Marketplace

Ecolab Electrostatic Spray Approved for SARS-CoV-2

MPC I&I solution kills COVID-19 virus in 30 seconds.

Happi Staff 10.08.20

Color Cosmetics

RCMA Redesigns Packaging

Creates a new custom-designed container for its loose powder products.

Happi Staff 10.08.20

OTC/Medicated | Skin Care

CBD Topicals: $4.5 Billion by 2025

New report details marketplace that’s growing exponentially.

Happi Staff 10.08.20

Target Picks Up Taos Aer

Next-level natural deodorant expands its distribution nationally.

Happi Staff 10.08.20

Allergan Aesthetics Expands Portfolio

Acquires Luminera’s full dermal filler portfolio and R&D pipeline.

Happi Staff 10.07.20

Why ‘Pigging’ is a Must for Personal Care, Cosmetics and Homecare Manufacturers

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Color Cosmetics

Youngblood Tries New Look

Creates a new logo and adjusts its social media presence.

Happi Staff 10.07.20

Actives | Skin Care

Cetaphil Adds Deep Hydration and Sheer Hydration Lines

Blue daisy is key ingredient in both collections.

Happi Staff 10.07.20

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 | Skin Care

Making Your Mark

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Christine Esposito 10.06.20

Contract Manufacturing/Private Label Directory

A guide to household and personal care contract manufacturing and private label service providers in the industry.

Happi Staff 10.06.20

Skin Care

Olay Partners with Shopee

Launches 'Adult Fearlessly' brand campaign targeted at millennials.

Happi Staff 10.06.20

Beauty for All Tones

The unique beauty needs for a diverse population get answered more frequently every day by a diverse group of beauty entrepreneurs.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 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

Packaging | Personal Cleansers

Packaging Prompts Hand Sanitizer Recall

Product designed for kids resembles food and drink pouches.

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.

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