Products by O2 Inc

Reckitt Seeks Germ-Killing Innovations

Teams up with Halo to accelerate new product development.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.15.21

Color Cosmetics | Personal Cleansers

PCPC Virtual Summit Features Legal & Regulatory Conference

Early bird pricing ends April 16.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 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

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

New Synthetic Biology Coalition Formed in US

Genomatica backs new formation to promote investment and support for the industry.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.15.21

HCPA Opens Registration for New Horizons Cleaning Industry Conference

The hybrid event offers both virtual and in-person attendance and will take place September 13-16, 2021 in Austin.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.15.21

Azelis Earns 'Coup de Coeur' Award at Cosmetagora 2021

Azelis’ submission, 'Time Dilution,' was focused on the need to provide products that address sustainability & environmental concerns.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.14.21

Functional Ingredients | Hair Care | Skin Care

BASF Increases Price of Kaolin

Higher prices for skin and hair care ingredient blamed on cost pressures in manufacturing, labor and logistics.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.14.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Kao Launches Online Beauty Store in Europe

Sensai-cosmetics.com provides personalized beauty services tailored to individual needs.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.14.21

Diamond Chemical Appoints Technical Service Representative

Alfred Ramirez has over 20 years of experience in the chemical industry.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.13.21

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

Hair Care

Clean Hair Brand Vegamour Announces $80 Million in Private Equity Funding

General Atlantic investment will help fuel organic e-commerce growth, NPD and expansion into new channels and geographies.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.13.21

Baylis & Harding Hand Soap Offers Prestige Value for Under $5

Now sold at Walmart, this UK brand is making waves stateside in the mass market.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.12.21

Skin Care

Elemis London Arrives at Bloomingdale’s

Offers a wide selection of clean beauty products for a variety of skincare needs.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.12.21

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Nature’s Beauty Debuts Vegan Natural Body Care at Walgreens

Wellness-based personal care collections focus on sleep, detox and stress relief with aromatherapy.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.12.21

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

The Honest Company Files for IPO

Household and personal products maker said sales jumped over 27% last year.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.11.21

Guangzhou Builds Beauty Park To Woo L'Oréal, Estée Lauder

Part of China's plan to encourage business development in the region.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.11.21

Actives | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Skin Care

What You’re Reading on Happi.com

The most-viewed news on our site for the week ended April 10, 2021.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.11.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Mushrooms Are Key Ingredients in Beauty & Wellness

New data from Spate show growing consumer interest in mushroom-derived materials.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.10.21

Mixing

Admix Appoints COO to Advance Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Regulatory Compliance

Thom Hansen will play a key role in advancing the company’s efficiencies.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.09.21

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning

Industry Responds to CDC Updated Guidelines for Cleaning & Disinfecting

GBAC/ISSA releases clarification, Green Seal lauds agency's update.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.09.21

Color Cosmetics

IBA Stands Against Animal Testing of Cosmetics

Responds to the recent ‘Save Ralph’ video produced by the Humane Society International.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.08.21

Actives | Skin Care

BASF Debuts Sacred Patch for Skin Care

A new active ingredient that helps boost emotional well-being in beauty products.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.08.21

CITROFOL® citrate esters in sunscreen formulation

Citrate esters are clear, odourless, oily liquids and have a long history of safe use as emollients in various personal care products.

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Skin Care

Eco Lips Expands Into Bug Sector with Simply Soothing Acquisition

Bug spray, bite soother and candle maker’s products are found in 10,000 retail locations across the US.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 04.07.21

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

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

Personal Cleansers

Mum & You Baby Wipes Earn Green Seal Certification

Meet strict sustainability criteria covering everything from raw materials to production to packaging.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.05.21

Color Cosmetics

Ouai Haircare's Jen Atkin Joins Forces with e.l.f. Cosmetics

Launches a limited-edition collection of everyday makeup essentials.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Color Cosmetics

Maybelline Launches Makeup Collection with Marvel

Limited-edition color cosmetic packaging features iconic superheroes.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.05.21

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

Functional Ingredients | Personal Cleansers | Surfactants

A Return to Castile Soap?

A vegetable oil-based soap with an 80-year history of safety is a low-cost replacement for sulfated alcohols.

Tom Schoenberg , Personal Care Consultant 04.04.21

Hair Care | Packaging | Personal Cleansers

Carbon Data for Personal Care Labels

Unilever, L'Oréal to add emission information for shampoos and other fast-moving consumer goods categories.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 04.01.21

Actives | Sun Care

The Politics of Sunscreens Are Heating Up

As cabinet positions get filled, two candidates emerge for FDA Commissioner.

Nadim Shaath, Alpha Research & Development Ltd 04.01.21

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

Actives

Azelis Releases New Sustainability Strategy, ‘Action 2025’

Aspires to become a leading distributor of sustainable solutions and services in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients distribution industry.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.01.21

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

DSM To Acquire Amyris' Flavor & Fragrance Business

A potential $500 million deal for bio-based intermediates for the cosmetics industry.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.31.21

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance | Skin Care

NARB Recommends doTerra Discontinue “Therapeutic” Essential Oil Claims

Challenge related to aromatherapy claims came from SC Johnson.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.31.21

Actives | Personal Cleansers

ACI Urges FDA to Address Hand Sanitizer Safety Concerns

Wants clarifications on policies related to labeling and refilling practices involving hand sanitizers.

Tom Branna , Editorial Director 03.30.21

P2 Reveals Third Cosmetic Product in CitroVisc Collection

CitroVisc10K imparts emollience and reduces tackiness on both skin and hair.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.30.21

Skin Care

Urban Skin Rx Unveils Melanin Experts Initiative

Founder Rachel Roff and experts to provide awareness and advocacy around skin care need of the BIPOC community.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.30.21

Oral Care

Colgate-Palmolive and Philips Partner to Bring Electric Toothbrushes to Latin America

Join forces under a co-branded approach: Philips Colgate.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.30.21

Lifting the Lid on Lipids

Understanding what lipids are and what they can do for our skin can make a substantial difference in your applications

Hot CBD Personal Care Brands for 2021

Cannabidiol is still in demand in 2021 as formulators roll out new products.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.29.21

Functional Ingredients | Household Cleaning | Laundry Care | Surfactants

ACI Marks National Cleaning Week with #KnowTheLabel

Resource helps consumers better understand cleaning product labels.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.29.21

Tree Hut Expands Its Body Care Range, Adds Facial Skin Care Scrubs

Popular scrub products now also available in a facial formulation.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.29.21

Little Green Expands Distribution in Ireland and UK

Partners with Xpert Cosmetics to expand reach.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.29.21

Actives | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Intercos Seeks Beauty Solutions

Teams with Italian university to conduct research.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.28.21

Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Stress Relief

Nerves are on edge due to the pandemic, but Blossom & Stone’s CBD oil can help take the edge off.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.28.21

What You're Reading on Happi.com

The most-viewed news on Happi.com for the week ended March 27, 2021.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.28.21

Packaging | Packaging

L’Oréal Hong Kong Launches Cross-Brand Recycling Program

Kiehl’s, Lancôme, L’Oréal Paris and more will be accepting used product containers at their stores.

Charlie Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.26.21

Hair Care

Head & Shoulders Tackles Dandruff with New Collection

Launches eight in-and out-of-shower products formulated to target dandruff.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.26.21

Color Cosmetics

House of Sillage Launches Makeup Collaboration with Disney

New beauty collection prominently features Minnie and Mickey Mouse.

Melissa Meisel, Associate 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

Hair Care

Alterna Launches Vegan Hair Care With Sustainable Packaging

Features targeted formulas and uplifting fragrances.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.25.21

Household Cleaning

HCPA Welcomes Michelle López Kopa

Kopa joins the company as director, state government relations & public policy for the East region.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.24.21

Actives | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients

Is It Better to Formulate Cosmetics with Natural Ingredients?

Two experts weigh in on the debate between natural and synthetic ingredients.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.24.21

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

Disinfectants | Household Cleaning | I&I Marketplace

Lysol To Help Tripadvisor Prep for Post-Pandemic Travel Surge

Dissemination of science-backed advice and distribution of disinfection and sanitization kits.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.24.21

Color Cosmetics | Skin Care

Sparitual Makes an Appearance on HSN

Shel Pink shares her philosophy of ‘Slow Beauty’ with a larger audience.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.24.21

Personal Cleansers

Dove Talks Body Confidence with New Kids Care Bath Collection

New “purpose-driven” line launches in Canada.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.24.21

Actives | Skin Care

RealSelf Opens Site Where Skin Care Shoppers Earn Points for Aesthetics

Online site will offer Obagi, Senté, BeautyStat and more brands.

Christine Esposito, Managing 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

Skin Care

Watch & Learn: Algae Enters the Mainstream as an Ingestible

Energybits launches nutrient-dense, plant-based algae tablets.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.23.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Neutrogena Begins MaskiD Beta Study with Consumers

Invites users to join A Look Behind The Bar Facebook group to get first look at micro-3D-printed sheet mask.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.23.21

Actives

Coast Southwest Launches Kisolite BMP Biogenic Mineral Powder

A safe, multi-functional ingredient for skincare, personal care and beauty aid products.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.23.21

OTC/Medicated

FDA Warns Firms Illegally Selling OTC CBD Topicals for Pain Relief

Products listing CBD as inactive ingredient cited for unapproved drug and misbranding violations.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.22.21

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

HCPA Reveals Dr. Joseph Is Keynote for Mid-Year Meeting

The event will take place May 24-27, 2021.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.22.21

Hair Care | Oral Care

What You're Reading on Happi.com

The most-viewed news for the week ended March 20, 2021.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.21.21

Air Care/Environmental Fragrance

FDA and FTC Flag Aromatherapy Company for COVID-19 Claims

Ravenscroft Apothecary was cited for claims related to aroma mist products.

03.19.21

Color Cosmetics

Yatsen Experiences 72.6% Increase in Revenue in 2020

The China beauty market soars as consumers increasingly seek out homegrown brands.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.19.21

Skin Care

Rodan + Fields Promotes Dimitri Haloulos to CEO

Company's chief growth officer will replace Diane Dietz.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.19.21

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

Improved Sun Protection with Citric Acid Derivatives

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03.18.21

Hair Care

NAD Rules on Prose’s Challenge of Function of Beauty

Competitor challenged 5-star product review claims.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.18.21

OTC/Medicated | Skin Care

PanOxyl Acne Face Wash Rises in The Ranks

Crown Therapeutics OTC formulation is fueled by 10% benzoyl peroxide.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.18.21

Zemea® Propanediol for Natural Personal Care Products

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Skin Care

SkinKick Launches Acne Exclusive at Ulta

Dallas-based startup expands collection at beauty retailer.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.17.21

Kinetik Technologies Merges into Omya Group

Strengthens its sales capabilities and natural ingredients portfolio.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.16.21

Fine Fragrance

Fragrance Creators Association Appoints Chief Scientist

Promotes Darci Ferrer to oversee the association’s regulatory science program.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.15.21

Household Cleaning

P&G's Gain Unveils New Dish Soap Formula

The updated detergent delivers long-lasting, scent-filled suds.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.15.21

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

Household Cleaning | Personal Cleansers

The Products We Purchased

Catalina finds a common theme in the top products purchased by consumers over the past year.

Happi Staff

Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Boxes of Beauty & Wellness for Women Battling Cancer

Chicago nonprofit organization founded by 28-year old Ashleigh Cortes helps women feel beautiful during the hard times of cancer treatment.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.15.21

Unearth the Beauty Within

Revolutionize your products with Kisolite® BMP

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 | Color Cosmetics | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care | Testing

Virginia Bans Animal Testing for Cosmetics

Becomes fourth state to pass measure; other states consider similar legislation.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.13.21

Actives

Microphyt Opens US Subsidiary

Focuses on growing the company’s customer base in North America.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.12.21

Fine Fragrance

Congressional Fragrance Caucus Recertified for 117th Congress

The bipartisan platform empowers the fragrance value chain to advance policies that are good for people, perfume and the planet.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.11.21

Household Cleaning

ACI Joins the National Blue Ribbon Task Force

National campaign aims to reduce vaccine hesitancy across the most vulnerable communities.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.11.21

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

Household Cleaning | Laundry Care

Watch: ACI's Duck Fashion Show Raises $23K for Clean The World Foundation

Annual charity race shifted gears to virtual event this year.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.11.21

P2 Plants Trees Around the Globe

Awards tree certificates to customers purchasing products derived from renewable upcycled forestry feedstocks.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.11.21

Actives | Skin Care

Rodan + Fields Tackles Discoloration and Irritation in New Regimens

Reverse and Soothe ranges are packed with powerhouse ingredients.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.11.21

Color Cosmetics

IPSY Announces Glam Bag X Khloé

A collection of beauty products curated by Khloé Kardashian.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.10.21

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

Actives | Skin Care

ex-Chanel and Estée Lauder Execs Back New Beauty Brand

I-On Skincare debuts next week.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.09.21

Using Data and Screening Tools to Commercialize Your Products

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03.09.21

Hair Care

Marc Anthony Celebrates 25 Years With New Products, Packaging Update

Rebrands with a fresh new voice and visual identity.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.09.21

P2 Science Inc. Launches CitroVisc 5000

A high-gloss polymer with a superior velvety skin-feel.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.09.21

Using Data and Screening Tools to Commercialize Your Products

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03.09.21

Kadalys, an Eco-Conscious, Female-Founded Beauty Brand

Indie company uses agri-waste as a core component.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.08.21

P2 Science Inc. Launches CitroVisc 5000

A high-gloss polymer with a superior velvety skin-feel.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.08.21

It's International Women's Day

Beauty industry celebrates women, but much work remains.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.08.21

Color Cosmetics | Fine Fragrance | Hair Care | Skin Care

L'Oréal Appoints Two to Executive Committee

Ersi Pirishi appointed president, Latin America and Omar Hajeri appointed president, Professional Products.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.06.21

Household Cleaning | Personal Cleansers | Skin Care

Pandemic Lifts Cleaning & Personal Care Sales in 2020

IRI/BCG’s Growth Leaders report shows COVID-10 shifts helped CPG industry grow 10.4%.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.05.21

Oral Care

Dr. Sheffield’s Adds New Toothpaste Flavors

Expands its line of fluoride-free, all-natural toothpastes.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.05.21

Personal Cleansers

First Two Hand Sanitizers Are Certified by Green Seal

Tork and and Physicians Group products earn certification from the organization's new program.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.05.21

Skin Care

Avon Launches Vegan Skin Care Line

FarmRX is a clean beauty collection with plant-based ingredients.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.04.21

Functional Ingredients

Inolex Appoints VP Marketing

Lisa Gandolfi, Ph.D. joins the company’s executive leadership team.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.04.21

Skin Care

Decorté Launches AI Diagnostics in US

Analyzing advanced skin health concerns including hydration to deliver personalized e-comm experience.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.04.21

BASF Achieves Palm Oil Commitment for 2020

Procures palm (kernel) oils exclusively from sources certified by the Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.04.21

Fine Fragrance

Coty Partners with LanzaTech to Reduce Its Environmental Impact

Plans to introduce sustainable ethanol made from captured-carbon emissions into its fragrance products.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.03.21

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.

Color Cosmetics | Hair Care | Skin Care

Waterless Beauty, Simplified Routines Shape Clean Beauty at Whole Foods

Multitasking balms, upcycled beauty and more on tap as retailer sets up for Beauty Week 2021.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.03.21

Redken Updates Packaging, Adds New Products

Hair care leader with over 60 years of experience is celebrated in 2021.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.03.21

Actives | Functional Ingredients | Skin Care

Croda International Acquires Alban Muller

Will pay 25 million euros for natural ingredient maker.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 03.02.21

Skin Care

Givaudan Active Beauty Launches Omegablue

A cosmetic ingredient created from upcycled wild bilberries.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.02.21

Actives | Polymers | Sun Care

Sun Care Market Set to Rebound in 2021 as Travel Returns

After a down year, will sun care market sales rebound in 2021 as consumers gear up to travel again and life slowly returns to normal?

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.02.21

Fine Fragrance

Sozio Acquires Scentessence

Expands its presence in France.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.02.21

Sustainable Cleaning Products Summit

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03.02.21

Packaging | Packaging | Skin Care

A Tube Ready for Prime Time

Certified B Corp company Eco Lips unveils a sustainable lip balm tube made entirely from plants.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 03.02.21

Disinfectants

ACI and CBC Launch Webpage About ‘Quats’

Helps people better understand common disinfectant ingredients known as quaternary ammonium compounds.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.01.21

The Happi Podcast: Beauty Expert Vince Spinnato

The new book, "My Pursuit of Beauty," is out on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 03.01.21

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

Skin Care

Improve Your Innovation Process

Ask questions to evaluate your organization's innovation and identify areas for improvement.

Jordan Erskine, Dynamic Blending 02.28.21

Cosmetic Chemical Sales To Post CAGR 5.8% To 2025

North America will be the fastest growing region, says ResearchandMarkets.

Tom Branna, Editorial Director 02.27.21

Skin Care

Shelf Present

Paula’s Choice has entered Sephora–the biggest retail expansion to date for this digital-first skin care brand that's been growing since its debut in 1995.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.26.21

Oral Care

GUM Recalls Oral Spray

Possible bacteria contamination is the culprit.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.26.21

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

Color Cosmetics

The Detox Market Partners with Good Face Project

Enables The Detox Market to source and share data that goes a step further when it comes to ingredient transparency.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.25.21

Color Cosmetics

Peeps X HipDot Is Ready To Hatch

Limited edition collection with famous Easter candy brand.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 02.25.21

Color Cosmetics

MAC Cosmetics Launches Cream-to-Powder Foundation

MAC Studio Fix Tech is the brand’s latest addition to the Fix + family.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.25.21

Household Cleaning

ACI Unveils New Online Resources

Aims to enhance consumer understanding and access to information about cleaning product ingredients.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 02.25.21

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

Environmental regulations are continuing to have deep impact on formulations of personal care products

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

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

Skin Care

Ipsy Adds New Personal Care Brand

Refreshments offers hand and body cream, body wash, wipes and shave.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 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

Household Cleaning | Oral Care

P&G Opens Virtual LifeLab at CES

What would have happened in Vegas is now open to more than just CES attendees.

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 | Functional Ingredients | Pigments | Skin Care

Coty's Not KO'd by Kylie

Despite a slow start, the relationship shows promise.

Happi Staff 01.09.21

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

Hair Care

Waterless Shampoos & Conditioners Arrive from Everist

Female-founded clean beauty company debuts in U.S. and Canada.

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

Color Cosmetics

NYX Professional Makeup Plans Multi-Platform Digital Strategy

Announces a virtual concert starring Bebe Rexha and an AR pop-up shop.

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

Personal Cleansers

NY Hand Sanitizer Maker Sues Kroger

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

Happi Staff 12.07.20

Personal Care From Across the Pond

The Handmade Soap Company launches stateside at Ulta.com.

Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor 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

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

Actives | Functional Ingredients | I&I Marketplace | Surfactants

Front & Center

The COVID-19 pandemic has moved commercial cleaning into the spotlight.

Christine Esposito, Managing Editor 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

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

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