Category Reviews

05/09/2013 - 5:54pm
U.S. beauty device market gears up
05/09/2013 - 5:46pm
Naturally low-cal soda

Coca-Cola's Honest Tea brand is expanding its initial launch of Honest Fizz, a line of naturally sweetened zero calorie sodas.

05/09/2013 - 5:46pm
Cider follows craft beer trend

Cider may be the most exciting new segment in the beer category. A recent report from Mintel indicated that in the United Kingdom, the market penetration of cider is now equal to lager.

05/09/2013 - 5:46pm
Moisturizing duo

Skin care brand Amlactin from Upsher-Smith has announced that there's a new power couple in town: alpha-hydroxy acids and essential ceramides. Enter Amlactin Cerapeutic Restoring body lotion.

05/09/2013 - 5:46pm
Dry shampoo sales on rise as consumers opt for convenience

Dry shampoos may not necessarily be a new innovation, and usage is far from that of traditional shampoo, but don't underestimate this niche as dry shampoo introductions are on the rise around the globe, according to recent data.

05/09/2013 - 5:46pm
Skin care oils boast natural benefits

Whether it is argan oil, jojoba oil, olive oil or kukui oil, incorporating oil into a skin care regimen is one of the hottest beauty trends.

05/09/2013 - 5:45pm
Similasan adds 'heavy hitters' to team

Similasan recently added three heavy hitters to its team, including Haley Ball as product manager, Dora Newlin as director of marketing and Kim Stark, who will direct Similasan's quality assurance and regulatory initiatives.

05/09/2013 - 5:45pm
Sanitizers 'cleaning up'

With the successful launch of Purell Advanced hand sanitizer last year, Purell Consumer has helped bring some excitement back to the category.

05/09/2013 - 5:45pm
Geritol brand looks to make a comeback

Meda Consumer Healthcare is quickly developing a reputation for re-energizing iconic brands across new consumer groups. They've done it with Feosol. And now they're looking to reinvent Geritol.

04/21/2013 - 11:26pm
Stores stock up on 'As Seen On TV'

There's a lot to like about the As Seen On TV category. It has a sell-through rate between 10% and 20%. Margins also are in the double-digits. Best of all, the products that make it to retail shelves are proven winners.

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