Leave-in hair conditioner market is experiencing a boom

23 October, 2019

Leave-in hair conditioner market is experiencing a boom

Leave-in conditioner, also known as leave-in hair treatment, basically refers to a conditioning product which is applied on freshly cleansed hair and is left to function till the next wash. The demand of this kind of products are experiencing a momentous rise. According to a study published by Fact.MR, sales of leave-in conditioner are expected to surpass 35, 500 tons in 2019 & these figures are expecting to be even higher in 2020. Consumer interest and product variants seem to be the reason of this fact.

Growing perceptions of healthy scalp being the key to shiny and lustrous hair are translating into high-levels of consumer interest in scalp care products. This has led the demand for scalp care products among consumers who eye restoring health of their hai. With the rising popularity of leave-in treatments for hair protection and nourishment, sales of leave-in conditioners are taking off for use after shampoo. The adoption of leave-in conditioners is substantially high among women falling in the age bracket of 20 to 30 years.

Why should we use Sulfate free shampoo?

15 October, 2019

Why should we use Sulfate free shampoo?

Talking about shampoos, the main ingredient of the shampoos are sulfates. Sulfates are the term used in chemistry to denote a salt of sulfuric acid. Sulfates go by the name sodium lauryl sulfate or ammonium lauryl sulfate on the ingredients label of products. The sodium lauryl sulfate is the strongest and most popular one. The main reason why it is added to shampoos is that sulfate produces foam and is a powerful detergent. But why then should we use a sulfate-free shampoo, something increasingly demanded in the hair industry?

Sulfates are what make the shampoo frothy. Technically sulfates are a type of surfactant which is a term for various detergents, emulsifiers and foaming agents that attract both oil and water. Sulfates allow grime and dead skin cells to be removed from the skin and scalp and are washed away with water. People with dry and frizzy hair should always consider a sulfate-free shampoo. Sulfates can zap even more moisture from already parched strands that results in dull, dry and shine less hair.

Sulfate-free cleanser benefits:

Maintain natural oil: the major advantage of sulfate free shampoos is that they clean the hair and maintain the natural shine simultaneously.
Maintain hair treatments: after any hair treatament (keratin, antifrizz, color, etc.) sulfate free shampoos is highly recommended.
Locks moisture: moisture is needed in hair to prevent problems such as split ends and breakage. The sulfates strip away the moisture from the hair fibers and results into dull and frizzy. The sulfate-free shampoos help retain the natural moisture in hair.
Reduced irritation: as sulfates are harsh chemicals they tend to dry and irritate the scalp. This can also lead to inflammation. The sulfate-free products are mild and they gently clean the hair without creating such problems.
Color care: the sulfate free shampoo does not strip down the color thus reducing fading. The color will last much longer is a sulfate free product is used.
Suitable for every hair type: the sulfate free cleansers are appropriate on all hair types no matter curly, straight or colored. Also, it is safe to be used on those with a sensitive scalp.

Highly effective skin care ingredients

8 October, 2019

Highly effective skin care ingredients

The cosmetic consumer is an increasingly demanding profile, who knows well what they want and care about knowing in detail the effects of each active ingredient, hence the trend of recent years is that more and more consumers opt for one cosmetic product or another depending on the ingredients and the effectiveness of them.

At the end of 2018 we saw consumers increasingly aware of highly effective anti-aging skincare ingredients such as vitamin C, acids and retinol, a trend emerged in 2018 and has continued along 2019. The “cica” or also known as “centella asiatica” has been also another of these ingredients as a booming ingredient for skin care due to its effectiveness in combating the dull skin tone.

Tapping into the CBD trend in the cosmetic industry

2 October, 2019

Tapping into the CBD trend in the cosmetic industry

CBD is without doubt one of the hottest ingredients in the skin care category right now, with consumer curiosity triggering the launch of numerous independent skin care brands that promote the benefits of the hemp plant-derived ingredient.

But, what are the real benefits of CBD in skincare?

CBD oil has antioxidant properties which contribute to reduce the visible signs of aging skin. By counteracting free-radical damage, CBD anti-aging creams may be able to help visibly diminish issues like wrinkles, skin dullness, and ruddy skin tone. But more than that, we can highlight 5 fundamental effects in terms of skincare:

1. CBD soothes and repairs

2. It moisturizes skin that is dry

3. CBD helps brings stability to greasy epidermis

4. It’s suited to all kinds of skin

5. It evitalizes the skin

All these benefits, as well as the curiosity and novelty that comes with the use of this ingredient, make it undoubtedly one of the trends within the cosmetic industry throughout this 2019.

Aesthetic dental trends and their impact on the cosmetic sector

25 September, 2019

Aesthetic dental trends and their impact on the cosmetic sector

According to the Cosmetic Dentistry American Academy, the 99.7% of American adults believe that smile is a fundamental resource in social interactions and, specifically, the 74% of them believe that an unattractive smile is an obstacle to success both work and social. The attention given to the mouth from the aesthetic point of view, beyond health treatments, has meant the proliferation of all kinds of cosmetics that favor the improvement of our smile.

In recent years, many cosmetic firms have been incorporating dentifrices or hygienic sanitary products inside their product range. Natural and ecological dentifrices are the most demanded in an increasingly sector, as well as whitening or stains rinses and toothpastes.

Cosmetic sales growing the fastest among men’s grooming products

17 September, 2019

Cosmetic sales growing the fastest among men’s grooming products

The image of men has been changing over the years. Until recently, women visit stores most often. They were the target of most ads, which were designed specially for them. The trends are currently changing, as not only women visit stores and do the shopping. Now men have become a new group of consumers, which also requires a particular approach.

Products and services for men have gained popularity and treatments for them have increased the sales of the cosmetic industry in the global field. This trend is increasing year after year, hence the rise of men’s cosmetics. We can highlight 3 fundamental points about men cosmetics:

Male sector prefers direct and high impact communication.
Among the huge range of cosmetics, men buy especially products for hair loss, acne, sensitive skin & beard grooming kits.
Consumer strategies focus on the youth sector, as this is the most interested in their image care and being open to new habits.

Natural and/or vegan cosmetics manufacturers

10 September, 2019

Natural and/or vegan cosmetics manufacturers

For several years now, there has been an increase in natural & vegan cosmetics within the cosmetic industry, a trend that is expected to increase even more in the coming years. As consumers become more concerned about sustainable living, they are increasingly conscious of the ingredients & production methods behind the beauty products they consume. Today’s consumers are well informed before choosing a product or another and the tendecy is that they prefer natural, toxic free and cruelty free cosmetics.

In MS Lab we can develop all kind of natural and/or vengan cosmetics, being able to chose a wide variety of international certification if required by our clients.

Trendy hair products after summer

27 August, 2019

Trendy hair products after summer

Thinking of developing new products with your own brand after summer? In this period of the year, our hair needs hydratation, that’s why many brands launch anti-frizz treatments. We would like to highlight the different keratin-based products.

Keratin works by smoothing down the cells that overlap to form the hair strands. The layers of cells, called the hair cuticle, absorb the keratin, resulting in hair that looks full and glossy. A keratin anti-frizz treatment can recover after summer all the vitality, nutrition & hydratation that hair needs.

Add any fresh essential oil to complement the treatment and also to bring all the summer freshness… We have many available: coconat, lemon, mint! Ask us the different options!

Summer special offer

9 July, 2019

Summer special offer

Are you thinking of creating your own cosmetic brand or develop a new product? We have a special offer for you this summer…

Orders confirmed before August 31st – 10% free products*

*The deal is not cumulative with other promotions & from the price list.

More m2 at your service!

30 April, 2019

More m2 at your service!

We increased 300 m2 in clean rooms with 2 new manufacturing lines that includes:
– 2 weighing rooms
– 2 automated primary production lines
– 2 lines of packaging
– 1 final conditioning room
– 2 independent complete lines of automated manufacturing