New personal care review: lip cosmetics hope success is sweet

Novelty confectionery flavors in lipstick headline this month's roundup of product innovations from the personal care industry, with unusual new varieties making their debut in both Brazil and the US. Elsewhere, in bath products, indulgence is being emphasized by a pack resembling a bottle of chocolate sauce, while a supplement launch is offering men the possibility of "beauty from within."

Published By Datamonitor

New drinks review: energy drinks toast their popularity

In this month's rundown of the latest innovations from the drinks industry, energy drinks are once again venturing into new territory, this time forging an unlikely alliance with champagne in a recent launch in Germany. Meanwhile, a drink powder that claims to be able to absorb alcohol has hit shelves, while bag-in-boxes are looking to the world of high fashion to reinforce upscale positioning.

Published By Datamonitor

PLA Functional Innovation of the Month: Choco Diet pioneering "healthy & wealthy" chocolate

Published By Datamonitor

New personal care review: condoms pursue "all-natural" path

In this month's summary of the latest innovations from the personal care industry, condoms are looking to attract eco-friendly consumers with the debut of a new vegan 100% natural latex range. Meanwhile, in bath and shower products novel formulations include a three-in-one product infused with pheromones and a debut for stevia, as the in-vogue sweetener expands its reach beyond food and beverages.

Published By Datamonitor

New personal care review: antibacterial silver finds new home in nail varnish

In this month's run-through of the latest launches from the personal care industry, an antibacterial silver ingredient is part of a novel formulation in the nail varnish category. In other news, a US company could court controversy with the launch of a lipstick for babies, while a soap product takes its cues from confectionery in a bid to enhance its indulgence appeal.

Published By Datamonitor

PLA Innovation of the Week: a dual-compartment juice container for enhanced shelf life

Published By Datamonitor

PLA Functional Innovation of the Month: Fito Guru Inspiring Phytomix Drink seeks to stand out

Published By Datamonitor

New personal care review: hanging soap looks to hook in consumers

The practical issue of storing soap in the shower is being addressed by a novel solid shampoo with a hanging hook, a product featured in this month's rundown of personal care innovations. In other news, speed and convenience are the focus of a new one second nail varnish remover, while the allure of smoking seems to be the inspiration behind an unusually designed face powder pack.

Published By Datamonitor

New food review: vegetables work themselves into a lather with new foam offerings

Creative developments in the vegetable category headline this month's summary of food industry launches. The popularity of gastronomic experimentation continues unabated, with a new range of vegetable foams being launched in France. Meanwhile, lettuce leaves are replacing traditional bread-based wraps, and beetroot has been given an overhaul with a bold chocolate and mint flavored offering.

Published By Datamonitor

New drinks review: water additives get convenient

In this month's review of beverage launches, the innovation potential of bottled water is being explored by drinks manufacturers. A striking "divided" bottle with separate compartments for water and flavoring has been launched in Russia, while concentrate powders have been reimagined as an on-the-go item, and spring water designed specifically for making baby food has hit shelves in Europe.

Published By Datamonitor