Cosmetics & Personal Care | Monthly bulletin | August 2022
Hair Care market fast growing in Korea
The Korean hair care market is growing steadily at an average of 7% per year, keeping up with the market growth globally. The functional hair care market, in particular – which claims additional benefits, along with the traditional functions of hair and scalp nutrition and hair glossiness – is leading the market. In 2018, anti-hair-loss products became functional cosmetics in Korea, and are now the main player in the functional hair care market. Recently, ‘dye shampoo’, which darkens hair colour just by washing, has emerged as a game-changer.
Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care showcases its latest innovations at the IFSCC Conference
At the 32nd annual congress of the International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) in London (from 19th to 22nd of September 2022), teams from Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care will present their latest scientific advancements for skin and hair. We strongly believe that sharing our expertise and knowledge with the scientific community and establishing strong partnerships is critical for the industry’s progression.
Pollution: Ex vivo strategy to substantiate your claims
Pollution is a major challenge of our generation. Over the last five years, pollution increased by 8% in urban areas, represented not only by outdoor pollution (exhaust fumes, industry, etc.), but also by indoor pollution (cigarette smoke, etc.). This pollution, whether outdoor or indoor, negatively impacts the skin.