Wellness Asia - Newsletter

Cosmetics

Cosmetic or make-up are substances used to enhance the beauty of the human body. Cosmetics include lotions, powders, lipstick and many other types of products. Their use is widespread, especially among women in Western countries. The manufacture of cosmetics is currently dominated by a small number of multinational corporations that originated in the early 20th century, but the distribution and sale of cosmetics is spread among a wide range of different businesses.

History

The first archaeological evidence of cosmetics usage is found in Ancient Egypt around 4000 BC. The Ancient Greeks and Romans also used cosmetics. The Romans and Ancient Egyptians used cosmetics containing mercury and often lead. In the western world, cosmetics were used throughout the medieval period, although their use was typically restricted to the upper classes.........

Types of Cosmetics

Assorted cosmetics and tools
The various forms of makeup include:

COSMETIC - PROBLEM AND SOLUTION

The most common injury from cosmetics is from scratching the eye with a mascara wand. Eye infections can result if the scratches go untreated. These infections can lead to ulcers on the cornea (clear covering of the eye), loss of lashes...........

COSMETIC INDUSTRY

Many of the world’s popular cosmetics brands entered the Indian market in the 1990s as the Indian market opened up to foreign companies. The cosmetics and personal care industry has been growing at an average rate of 15-20 percent for the last few years. Growth has come mainly from the low and medium-priced categories, which account for 90 percent of the cosmetics market in terms of volume..........

Sales Prospects

The growing Indian cosmetics market offers promising opportunities for international brands. The growth rate in the cosmetics market reflects an increasing demand for beauty care products in India. The most promising segments for U.S. companies to pursue are perfumes and fragrances, and specialized/professional skin care and hair care products. The fastest growing market is however color cosmetics, which account for US$ 60 million of the total market........

God has given you one face, and you make yourselves another

The Recap of Wellness Asia 2006

The event featured educational programs and seminars for industry professionals and general public from formula to finish. The event provided information on the convergence of health, beauty, wellness and spa industry. The first edition of wellness asia witnessed exhibitors from India as well as from - Singapore, USA, UK, Italy, France and Switzerland and visitors from Malaysia, Germany, Denmark, U.K, Spain, U.S, Nepal, Sri Lanka, France and Iceland.


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