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Kao Group receives Triple A rating from CDP
Leading international nonprofit organization, CDP, has included Kao Corporation in its prestigious 'A List' across three categories for the second year in a row. Kao, the manufacturer of Goldwell, Oribe, KMS and Varis products, received the highest triple-A score for its sustainability initiatives involving climate change, forests, and water security.
Selection onto the list was determined by a global survey of businesses and an evaluation of their activities. 12,000 firms were evaluated for the 'A List', with only 14 selected for inclusion across the three categories.
Kao has now been included in the Climate Change 'A List' for the third time, the Forests 'A List' for the second time, and the Water Security 'A List' for the fifth time.
An example of Kao Salons sustainability initiatives includes the recently launched Light Dimensions Silklift, which comes in pouch packages that use 80% less plastic than the previous design and are 97% recyclable.
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JUSTICE Professional wins highly-regarded award
JUSTICE Professional is excited to announce that its Cool Mint Shampoo and Conditioner have won the Best in Care prize at the inaugural 2021 Australian Modern Barber Awards.
There were 14 categories on the night, and judges included an independent cohort of media, PR and business figures, as well as national and international barbering representatives.
JUSTICE Professional CEO, Amber Manning, is proud of the brand’s barbering industry recognition.
“The men’s haircare market has exploded in popularity as barbers have become trendy, and more Australian men are now looking for ways to maintain their hairstyles at home,” she said. "For years we’ve known that JUSTICE Professional Cool Mint Shampoo and Conditioner was a winning combination for men’s hair, and it’s great to have that formally recognised at the AMBAs."
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Elucent Featured on Ageless by Rescu Podcast
The face behind the science of the Elucent skincare range, Dr Jane Oppenheim, Ego Pharmaceuticals scientific and operations director, has been featured on the Ageless by Rescu Podcast.
Dr Oppenheim covers a variety of interesting topics during her conversation with Ageless by Rescu founder, Bahar Etminan, ranging from her esteemed career path in STEM to the science of formulating products.
The Elucent range, science and history, as well as its ‘NO BS. Just Anti Ageing Science’ philosophy are discussed at length, including the benefits of the hero ingredients – AHAs and niacinamide.
Dr Oppenheim covers the reasons why the Elucent range was made to be effective yet affordable, and how it was designed to be accessible to more people.
The Ageless by Rescu Podcast is a trusted source in beauty and the science of rejuvenation. It aims to give listeners direct access to best practice experts and cutting edge innovations in Australia and globally.
To hear Dr Oppenheim on the Ageless by Rescu podcast, click here.
To find the Elucent brand listing and download hi-res images, click here.
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Swisse announces the launch of a sub-brand
Leading vitamin, supplement and skincare brand, Swisse, has announced the launch of sub-brand Swisse Earth - a premium and sustainable range of four vegan powder blends. The range has been formulated with nourishing, locally and sustainably sourced ingredients for a light fingerprint on the Earth, reflecting Swisse’s mission to contribute positively to the needs of community and the planet.
Swisse believes some of the most nutrient-rich ingredients are found in our own backyard, which is why the new range incorporates ethically and responsibly sourced native Australian superfood ingredients such as Kakadu Plum, Lemon Myrtle and Finger Lime. The range is consciously packed with components that use bio-based materials with canisters made mainly from recycled paper.
“Swisse Earth is part of our company’s holistic approach to achieving and maintaining our ongoing Environmental, social and governance commitments,” said Swisse ANZ managing director, Nick Mann. “Swisse Earth, alongside other initiatives such as our Net Zero Carbon by 2030 program; our move to sustainable closed loop packaging by 2023; a move to 100% renewable energy by 2022, and many others, will help enable Swisse to fulfil and then surpass these obligations.
The intention is for Swisse Earth to have a light fingerprint on the planet whilst offering efficacious wellness products. The insights, techniques and knowledge that we will gain through our Swisse Earth initiatives will be used to benefit the entire Swisse business as we strive beyond our current ESG commitments.”
The full Swisse Earth range can be purchased online exclusively here.
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LA ROCHE-POSAY unveils House of Healthy Skin
The expert in sun protection for sensitive skin, LA ROCHE-POSAY, will make tracks around Australia this summer with its new travelling House of Healthy Skin to deliver over 1,000 free skin checks from December 2021 until February 2022 in an effort to help make melanoma history.
The mobile, purpose-built space will host free one-on-one skin check screenings from LA ROCHE- POSAY’s charity partner SKIN CHECK CHAMPIONS and give away samples of Anthelios, the brand’s very high broad spectrum SPF50+ sunscreen at iconic locations in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.
Commencing their partnership in 2020 with free skin checks at the Bondi Beach ‘365+ Summer Skin Lab’ last summer, LA ROCHE- POSAY and SKIN CHECK CHAMPIONS are now bringing their skin checks and sun protection education to the road.
This initiative to increase the awareness and knowledge on sun smart behaviour and the dangers of melanoma will help Australia address its most commonly diagnosed cancer - skin cancer. Known for having the highest rate of skin cancer in the world, sun safety is important for each and every one of us.
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Managing director of La Prairie Group scores new role
With the retirement of David Blakeley – ex-Managing Director of Chanel Australia and New Zealand - Rosi Fernandez, Managing Director Australia and New Zealand of La Prairie Group has been appointed as the new Chair of the Cancer Patients Foundation board.
Over his 17-year tenure as Chair, Blakeley generously donated his time, wealth of knowledge and business acumen to the Cancer Patients Foundation and its Look Good Feel Better program. This generosity ensured Australins undergoing cancer treatment could receive the practical and emotional support that is so important in confidently navigating a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
With Blakeley's departure, Fernandez has taken the reigns with the vision of keeping the charity top of mind in the industry, ensuring its long-term success. Having 25 years’ experience in the cosmetic industry – 10 at the helm of La Prairie Group Australia and New Zealand - Fernandez joined the Cancer Patients Foundation board as a Director in 2018 and has shown boundless support of the charity since that time.
On her appointment to Chair, Fernandez said, “Firstly a sincere thank you to David Blakeley for his 17 years of contribution to the role of Chair of the Cancer Patients Foundation board - I have been inspired by his endless energy and commitment to supporting the cause. His legacy will be felt for many years to come and personally I count on his advice for this next stage.
I am so very proud to be entrusted with this role. For the past 31 years, the cosmetic industry has donated hundreds of thousands of products, millions of dollars and many volunteer hours to ensure that cancer patients can face their diagnosis and treatment with confidence and dignity through the Look Good Feel Better program.”
BOOST LAB launches exciting new platform
Targeted serum specialists, BOOST LAB CO, has launched a new comprehensive brand platform called “Skin Solutions Made Simple” that focuses on streamlining messaging around serums and the broader skincare category, while supporting customers in understanding what is right for them.
The new creative direction has been developed in partnership with Galore, with founder Tim Kirby saying: “The serum category is growing rapidly but can be complex for consumers to find the right product for them. BOOST LAB has a genuine dedication to making quality serums accessible and easy, so this brand direction simply brings that to life. In a category often guilty of using complex pseudo-science in marketing, this campaign gives the brand a refreshingly simple point of difference.”
To support, Nunn Media has implemented a multi-platform out of home, retail, and digital campaign with over $1.5 million worth of media value rolling out across the eastern seaboard throughout the holiday season.
"Having just finished a series A capital raise, we are taking a comprehensive view to building a strong brand in this market. This new campaign will really help to drive mass awareness of BOOST LAB and cement us as a serious player in the serum space," Nunn Media founder, Craig Schweighoffer, said.
Garnier partners with Moonlight Cinema
Leading sustainable beauty brand, Garnier, has announced it will be the ‘Green Partner’ for the 21/22 Moonlight Cinema season, creating movie screenings that will be powered by 100% renewable energy this summer.
As part of its ongoing commitment to ‘Green Beauty’, Garnier will work with Australian solar specialist, Atlas Renewables, to ensure all 470 screenings nationwide are powered by renewable energy from solar panels.
Dedicated to providing skincare, haircare and hair colour products that feature natural formulas using sustainable ingredients, the Moonlight Cinema partnership is part of Garnier’s mission to encourage more sustainable beauty choices amongst consumers.
Garnier has also already committed to meeting several sustainability goals by 2025, including being 100% carbon neutral at all of its industrial sites.
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Clémence Organics shares exciting brand news
Clémence Organics has recently signed with a Hong Kong based distributor which will see its product sold cross-border to China, as well as Taiwan and Macau.
This adds greatly to its Asian distribution, with Clémence being sold in Japan since 2019.
You can view the Clémence Organics brand listing and download hi-res product imagery, here.
MCoBeauty wins big at Woolworths Supplier of the Year Awards 2021
Australia’s leading luxe-for-less beauty brand, MCoBeauty, has taken home the Woolworths Everyday Needs Smaller Supplier of the Year Award at the supermarket chain’s annual Partner Update & Supplier of the Year Awards in Sydney.
Presented by Everyday Needs at Woolworths Supermarkets commercial director, James Hepworth, the coveted award is an acknowledgement of the young brand’s status as the number one fastest growing brand in Woolworths’ cosmetics category, having achieved +76% YOY revenue growth over the past 12 months.
“We are so thrilled to win this award and so thankful to Woolworths for their ongoing support,” ModelCo CEO, Shelley Sullivan, said. “Our relationship is a true partnership and they’re a huge part of why we have been so successful."