A new episode in the podcast dedicated to cosmeticians! Here, we talk about audits and inspections carried out by our friends in the cosmetics industry. These two notions may seem identical, but audit and inspection are not synonymous. What are the differences between an audit and an inspection?
Answers from David Égée, Director of Cosmetics Strategy for Veeva...
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For the launch of the new original Dior Homme, the eponymous fashion house wanted to retain the minimalist yet powerful packaging identity of the first editions of the famous fragrance, which has been part of its iconic, sensual signature for years. The bottle has been reinterpreted with rigor and modernity, while retaining its sober, elegant lines in a sculpted block of transparent glass topped by a solid Surlyn cap". The design of such a cap quickly led us to choose Surlyn," says Lionel Bevan, Technical Manager at Axilone, who was entrusted with the creation of this piece.
"We've been injecting this resin for many years, and now have a good command of it. It seemed to us to be the best suited to meet the technical and aesthetic requirements of such a massive design. To overmold the insert, we had to inject thick layers of material, increasing the risk of deformation. Surlyn, which has a relatively low melting point compared with other resins, enabled us to achieve a clean surface finish in a single injection. Before being overmolded, the insert is hot-stamped with silver lettering. This decorative effect is amplified by the depth created by the Surlyn overmolding".
Surlyn offers designers immense freedom, as its possibilities are virtually unlimited. In fact, it has been used for years by the Dior brand for the packaging of its Dior Homme fragrance, as Maud Maillebuau, Dior Packaging Development Project Manager, explains. "Surlyn gives the packaging a premium look, and is luminous, soft and warm to the touch. For this latest Dior Homme edition, the cap is one with the bottle to create a monolithic, elegant, no-frills packaging that reveals the beauty of the juice through its crystalline transparency. On this particularly complex project, we benefited from excellent technical support from Dow's teams."
Cosmogen's new 5-brush set offers an all-round hygienic skincare solution. Their specific shapes have been designed to maximize the benefits of the formulas while ensuring "safe contact" application, and in line with Cosmogen's CSR approach: the tips are made from sustainable, vegan materials such as synthetic fibers and silicone, and the customizable handles are made from wood from sustainably managed forests. They are designed for eye/lip contour, mask, cleansing, serum/cream and anti-spot/anti-pigmentation treatments.
The entire team of Industries Cosmétiques wishes you a good vacation. Even if it is already underway for some of you, still far away for others, it is still in the air. We will see you again at the end of August for our daily news and for the preparation of the September issue. See you soon!
The Pierre Fabre Group has just signed an agreement with the Argentine laboratory Sidus for the sale of its Argentine site specializing in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Located in Virrey del Pino (Buenos Aires province), this site specializes in the production of an active ingredient of animal origin used in the composition of anti-arthrosic specialties. All 75 employees will join the Sidus workforce when the site is taken over, expected by the end of the summer.
This sale follows that of a drug packaging site owned by Pierre Fabre in Vietnam, for which a takeover agreement has just been signed with the Vietnamese group Asan Chemical Corporation (ACC), which specializes in the manufacture of active cosmetic and pharmaceutical ingredients. Located in the province of Ho Chi Minh, this site employs 20 people, some of whom will join the workforce of the buyer.
"We are delighted to have found such valuable buyers for our production sites in Argentina and Vietnam. These two countries remain important markets for Pierre Fabre, particularly Argentina, where we are the leader in the dermo-cosmetics market" declares Eric Ducournau, Chief Executive Officer of the Pierre Fabre Group. "The growth strategy we have been pursuing for the past 2 years requires substantial investment in the acquisition and marketing of new products in oncology and dermatology. We would not have had the resources to support the development of these sites as well as the local players who are preparing to take them over.
These divestments confirm Pierre Fabre's strategy of prioritizing the establishment of its industrial activities in France, where the Group has 7 plants, 5 of which are located in the South-West (Castres-Soual, Avène, Gaillac, Aignan, Cahors) and 2 in the Loiret department (Gien, Chateaurenard). Around 95% of the Group's production is thus carried out in France, in areas that are often landlocked and poorly industrialized.
Pierre Fabre also has industrial sites in Brazil (production of dermo-cosmetics for the Brazilian market), Tunisia (packaging of medicines for African markets) and Switzerland (manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients). These sites are linked to brands or partnerships that are intended to remain in the company's portfolio.
An ongoing commitment to COVID-19 for Albéa.
Strongly committed to the fight against COVID-19, Albéa has once again made a commitment to its ecosystem, by producing and donating 1,000 pumps to Groupe SEB. These pumps were manufactured at the Lacrost site (Burgundy), which has belonged to Silgan Dispensing since June 1. At the same time, its partner Pinard Beauty Pack produced and donated 1,000 500ml bottles to Groupe SEB.
A hydroalcoholic solution produced by Groupe SEB.
This donation of 1,000 bottles and pumps has enabled Groupe SEB to bottle and make available hydroalcoholic gel for its employees at all Group sites in France. At the Rumilly site in Haute-Savoie, where Groupe SEB produces its own hydroalcoholic gel, this donation of pumps and bottles has supported the production of gel for internal use. In gratitude, Groupe SEB offered Tefal products to its partners.
A resilient value chain.
The health crisis has highlighted the true value of things - trust, partnership, team spirit and the imperative of sustainable development. By mobilizing an entire ecosystem around teams from SEB, Albéa and Pinard Beauty Pack, this partnership initiative illustrates the importance of safety, the resilience of the industrial chain, and our commitment to the communities in which we operate.
Although teams worked hard to plan Suppliers' Day in September, the results of a survey conducted by NYSCC among its members and the event's community, as well as the ever-changing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including travel restrictions, led the NYSCC Board of Directors to take the "Suppliers' Day" decision. hard "The decision was made not to organize Suppliers' Day this year.
The event will return to its traditional schedule: May 4 and 5, 2021 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Javits Convention Center in New York.
" NYSCC is not willing to compromise the health and safety of its attendees, exhibitors and staff. Nor are we willing to run this year's event on the cheap. While we're disappointed not to be hosting the event this year, we believe it's the right decision for all concerned. "says Giorgino D. Macalino, Chairman of the NYSCC Board of Directors.
" While we can't currently meet in person, NYSCC is more committed than ever to providing high-quality content through our intensive webinar program and "At Home Live" series. In addition, access to resources and suppliers through our Solutions Center and digital pop-ups, as well as the searchable Cosmetic Raws database, enable networking and engagement. "
In the series of refillable packs, Coverpla has added this multifunctional, customizable one. Targeting flavourists' demand for a functional, elegant pack, it could well appeal to brands for its nomadic and downright eco-friendly qualities.
Named Tess, in homage to a certain cult film, this mini-sized bottle (15 ml) has been added to Coverpla's catalog. Its expertise meets the expectations of flavourists wishing to present their juices to brands in bottles that are both technical and elegant. Designed by Coverpla and produced by Bormioli Luigi, it features a pump selected for its powerful, targeted nebulization, incorporating a smooth pump cover. Thanks to this spray pattern, the pump effectively covers the key to be scented from the very first press, guaranteeing perfect reproduction of olfactory notes.
The CV15 neck makes the bottle refillable. Its shape makes it easy to hold and apply the right-sized labels.
Nomad bottle
The format of the Tess model makes it a perfect candidate for travel use. Eco-responsible to perfection, it becomes the perfume of a few days, the time for a discovery or a whim. Presented in boxes, it takes its place in a collection-style range. Depending on the cap and decor, Tess takes on every personality, from the most sober to the most premium.
Fake NEWS N°1
"If the consumer does not find on the label of a hydro-alcoholic product the mention of the EN 14476 standard, the product is not effective against viruses".
At the beginning of March 2020, in response to the rapid shortage of hydro-alcoholic gels and solutions, a decree dated 13 March 2020 introduced derogations to the European regulation of biocidal products. It allowed many actors to quickly put hydro-alcoholic gels and solutions on the market, to supply health personnel, professionals and their employees. Pharmacists and the cosmetics industry were urgently called upon.
- The 4 formulas authorized by the decree have been validated by the Directorate General of Health and are exactly the same effectiveness as the products manufactured according to the biocide regulation (EU) No. 528/2012 on which are mentioned the standard EN 14476.
- Strict and mandatory labeling rules are mentioned in the decree. Therefore, it is forbidden to refer to the EN 14476 standard which does not apply to these 4 formulas. The mention that must appear is, depending on the formula, "Hydro-alcoholic solution recommended by the World Health Organization for hand antisepsis" or "Hydro-alcoholic gel for hand antisepsis - derogatory order".
Fake NEWS N°2
"On the hydro-alcoholic products according to the decree of March 13, there is no mention of the alcoholic degree on the label, which means that they are not disinfectants.
The hydroalcoholic gels and solutions manufactured in accordance with this derogation order are disinfectant, bactericide and virucide biocides, and not cosmetic products.
Originally, the decree of March 13 did not provide for the labeling of the alcoholic degree, but for the sake of consumer information, from May 31, 2020, the products will have to visibly mention the percentage of alcohol (Order of April 17, 2020 - JORF No. 0097 published April 21, 2020). A product that displays an alcohol content of 65 %v/v minimum, is a disinfectant product, active on bacteria and viruses.
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