BEAUTYWORLD MIDDLE EAST TO SPOTLIGHT INCREASED DEMAND FOR ANTI-AGEING PRODUCTS

As the global demand for skin care solutions continues to develop at a rapid pace, specialised products that combat the effects of ageing are also proving to be highly popular among consumers worldwide.

This was indicated in recent research conducted by Euromonitor International, official knowledge partners of Beautyworld Middle East – the largest international trade fair for beauty products, hair, fragrances and wellbeing in the Middle East. The 2012 edition which will be held from May 29th to 31st will feature a large number of exhibitors showcasing a range of anti-ageing products.

According to the findings, global expenditure on skin care has grown by 29% over the last five years, with consumers spending as much as US$ 2 billion a week globally on skin and sun care products. This growth is expected to continue, driven by increasingly beauty conscious over-50s and younger people looking to combat the effects of ageing from an early stage.*

International cosmetic manufacturers are constantly researching to develop new product lines and working out differentiated approaches to gain a greater share of the anti-ageing pie. From the initial emphasis on women in the 30-40 year age group as the main target for anti-ageing solutions, manufacturers are now adopting a branded approach with a range of products aimed at various different age groups.

The market for anti-ageing solutions has also succeeded in breaching the gender barrier, with increasingly image conscious men joining the search for anti-ageing and skin care products. According to Euromonitor International’s estimates, the male-oriented skin care market was valued at as much as US$ 2 billion in retail value last year.

“There has been a pronounced shift towards greater image and beauty consciousness worldwide, a trend that has been matched by consumers in the Middle East,” said Ahmed Pauwels, CEO of Epoc Messe Frankfurt, organiser of Beautyworld Middle East 2012. “Being the foremost trade and networking event for the beauty industry, Beautyworld Middle East will be showcasing a wide range of anti-ageing and specialised skin care products from a large number of exhibitors,” he added.

Among those offering innovative anti-ageing products at Beautyworld Middle East 2012 is Selvert Thermal from Barcelona, Spain. The company Idesco is introducing the revolutionary Le 24k Soin d’Or, which is a skin nourishing, brightening and firming product, designed to rub away the effects of ageing, using pure 24k gold as an active ingredient.

“Gold has been considered by many civilizations to be one of the most highly valued metals. In Imperial China, gold was found to enhance nutrition, adding luminosity and vitality to the skin and to the entire body,” said Mrs Marta Fabregat, Export Manager of Idesco. “Our products have drawn on the beauty-enhancing qualities gold imparts to skin and on its highly nourishing properties. We look forward to raising awareness on this new product line through our participation in Beautyworld Middle East.

Also showcasing anti-ageing solutions is Laboratories Diet Esthetic, with their new range of Essence Diamond, .05 carats anti-ageing creams, previously only available to Hollywood stars. “The market for anti-ageing products is driven by the importance now placed on looking good in modern society. Beautyworld Middle East provides our latest products an important launching pad to reach the discerning consumers of the Middle East region,” said Mario Mata, Export Manager, Laboratories Diet Esthetic SA.

Elly Jones Beauty Corporation will be launching a new range of anti-ageing skin care products at the exhibition including the Magic Mask Package, Elly Jones A+B Magic Serum Package, Time Reversal Rejuvenation Collagen Chips and Instant Smoothing Rejuvenation Cream. Ms. Peggy Tsang, International Marketing Representative for Elly Jones, said: “We are very excited about introducing these products to the region at Beautyworld Middle East and are confident that they will be met with great interest.”

In addition to the entire spectrum of skin care products, Beautyworld Middle East, which will be held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 29th to 31st, will feature a comprehensive line-up of international brands, innovations, developments and trends in the industry. The showcase event for the regional beauty industry regularly attract buyers, retailers, distributors and beauty industry professionals from around the wider region.

Source:http://your-story.org/beautyworld-middle-east-to-spotlight-increased-demand-for-anti-ageing-products-327501/

Pretty pricey affair

I can actually count on the fingers of one hand the times that I've spent more than Dh200 on cosmetics at one go. Most of my make-up has been gifts, and on the rare occasion that I've actually shopped, it's been for an eye-liner or a lipstick. The last foundation I bought was about two years ago (I know I should throw it but it's hardly been used).

So you'd probably need an electron microscope to find me in the statistics that say women in the UAE spend close to a billion dirhams on beauty products and treatments (Mena Report 2009) in a year.

Arab beauty consultant and blogger Huda Kattan, says women in the UAE "shock" her with how they spend on beauty.

"I've heard women dropping Dh18,000-plus at a counter such as Dior or Chanel. It's pretty insane when you compare that to the price of a lipstick."

Source:http://gulfnews.com/life-style/beauty-fashion/pretty-pricey-affair-1.1014495

Arbonne Launches Five New Innovative Personal Care and Wellness Products

Arbonne International, LLC (Arbonne) today introduced five new products to its growing line of personal care and wellness products. Inspired by nature, botanically-based and vegan-certified, the new Arbonne® products preserve and enhance the skin, body and mind for a comprehensive approach to beauty. Arbonne’s latest products include a new anti-aging ultra-hydrating day crème, fruit and chocolate nutrition bars, an Omega-3 vegan supplement, energy promoting fizz sticks and a limited-edition rainforest inspired eye shadow palette set. The products, which were announced today at Arbonne’s premier Global Training Conference, are available at arbonne.com or through an extensive network of Arbonne Independent Consultants.

“Arbonne is committed to continuing our long-standing tradition of bringing to market incredible, effective and earth friendly solutions. We never compromise our principle of developing pure, safe and beneficial products and our product line incorporates more earth friendly packaging, resulting in a 50% material source reduction,” said Arbonne CEO Kay Napier. “Each of these new products adheres to our incredibly high safety standards, is inspired by nature while also integrating the latest in scientific innovation, and demonstrates exceptional performance. I am proud to welcome these five products that support daily needs … anti-aging skin care with SPF, an Omega-3 supplement, nutrition bars, energy fizz sticks and color cosmetics.”

Each new Arbonne® product is vegan-certified and formulated without animal products, animal by-products, gluten, parabens, formaldehyde-donating preservatives, PABA and the following petroleum-based ingredients: Benzene, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Phthalates and Toluene. Arbonne is cruelty free and does not test any product on animals.

Source: http://www.sunherald.com/2012/04/26/3909003/arbonne-launches-five-new-innovative.html#storylink=cpy

Healthy skin is beautiful skin.

I just came back from a 10-day trip to North Africa and Europe, where I had a marvelous time. It also reminded me that many of you will probably be traveling soon, so I thought I’d share some travel tips on how to protect your skin, no matter where you go or how you travel.

1) Never wear makeup on a long flight, because it essentially means sleeping in your makeup. And that, as we all know, is a no-no. The only exception I would make is lipstick, as long as it is the moisturizing kind.

2) Cabin air is very dry, so bring lip balm, moisturizer, and a small mister. Misting your face before applying more moisturizer really helps the water molecules to bind to the surface of your skin. Make sure everything is in containers small enough (less than three ounces) to pass through security.

3) Drink plenty of water on the plane. Avoid alcohol throughout the flight, because it is dehydrating.

4) Try to get out of your seat and walk up and down the aisle every hour or so to prevent blood clots. I know, I know — not a skin care tip, but I am a doctor, after all, and blood clots are a real possibility on long flights.

5) Dry, gritty, bloodshot eyes during the flight and upon arrival can be avoided if you have preservative-free lubricating eye drops with you. You want the kind that mimics real tears, not the drops that promise to take the red out of your eyes.

6) Pack a bottle of your favorite mild cleanser in your suitcase and make sure to have a small bottle of your cleanser, plus some cotton squares, in your bag with you at all times. Getting separated from your luggage is a real possibility, and using unfamiliar products can lead to dryness or allergic reactions. I have had so many patients call frantically from Europe with allergic reactions after they used complementary hotel products (which are usually highly fragranced) that I now have a network of dermatologists in major European capitals to which I can refer them. So, be careful with those cute little hotel soaps and creams!

6) Pack an over-the-counter cortisone cream in your suitcase for hives and insect bites.

7) A small tube of Aquaphor healing ointment in your handbag is very useful when traveling to protect lips and hands, and to keep minor cuts and scrapes hydrated to lessen scarring.

8) Bring some moleskin patches for the blisters so many people get after walking through museum after museum.

9) Don’t forget your favorite sunscreen. Believe me, even on cloudy days in London you are getting the same ultraviolet rays that damage your skin back home.

Source:http://blogs.webmd.com/healthy-skin/2012/04/skin-care-travel-tips.html

Olay Invites Women to Declare Moms Their “Beauty By Example” This Mother’s Day

Olay has helped women of all ages look and feel their most beautiful. Many of these women have told us that the person who represents true beauty to them is not a model or celebrity, but their moms. So, in celebration of moms everywhere, Olay is working to give special recognition to one million moms by Mother’s Day. Beginning April 13th, women are invited to log on to www.facebook.com/Olay, and sign our online declaration to acknowledge their moms as their “Beauty By Example” women who are beautiful inside and out, and have inspired them in so many ways. As part of our effort to recognize amazing women everywhere, moms and daughters alike, Olay is contributing up to one million ounces of product to look good feel better, a national public service program dedicated to improving the self-esteem and quality of life of women undergoing treatment for cancer. Consider it “Beauty By Example” in action.

“Olay has always been committed to helping women of all ages look and feel their best through our skincare solutions. Last year, we noticed many women commenting on our Facebook page, saying that their moms represented true beauty to them. That sparked the idea for our ‘Beauty By Example’ campaign, which celebrates the unique bond between mothers and daughters, and seeks to recognize millions of moms as truly inspirational,” said Joe Arcuri, Vice President - Skin and Personal Care, North America, Procter & Gamble. “We’re very excited to partner with look good feel better to help them fulfill their mission. The women they serve truly demonstrate ‘Beauty By Example’ every day.”

“At look good feel better we know that many women undergoing cancer treatment experience dramatic treatment-related changes in appearance that often affect their sense of well-being and self-confidence,” said Louanne Roark, executive director of the Personal Care Products Council Foundation and look good feel better. “We are thankful for the support and partnership of Olay, in helping these women maintain their self-esteem through the donation of up to a million ounces of product.”

Olay’s new “Beauty By Example” campaign also encourages women to showcase their moms’ beauty by posting a story on Olay’s Facebook wall or sharing a photo of her in our Facebook photo gallery. In addition, fans can visit the video gallery to view inspirational vignettes featuring real moms and daughters, the winners of last year’s “Like Mom. Like Daughter” contest, who are also featured in the new print advertisements appearing in the May issues of Oprah, Elle and Marie Claire and the June issues of Glamour and Harper’s Bazaar.

Source:http://www.worldpressonline.com/PressRelease/olay-invites-women-to-declare-moms-their-%E2%80%9Cbeauty-by-example%E2%80%9D-this-mother%E2%80%99s-day-33630.html

Reveal a new you at the MEDICard Skin Care Center

A GLOWING, healthy skin and a toned body is the envy of many. Fortunately, achieving radiant skin and a sculpted physique need not be so difficult. The key is to seek proper guidance and expert care from qualified professionals---qualities that you will find at the MEDICard Skin and Body Laser and Aesthetic Care Center.

“The demand for skin and body treatments continues to grow, especially with the stress brought about by work and pollution. At MEDICard, we understand the needs of today’s people who want nothing less than professional and high-quality skin and body care,” says MEDICard president Dr. Nicky S. Montoya.

The MEDICard Skin and Body Laser and Aesthetic Care Center offers a one-stop solution to skin and body care needs. It provides a wide range of services including

Diamond Peel, Pixel (Laser Skin Resurfacing), Revitale (Skin Rejuvenation), Thermolift and Thermosculp (Radio Frequency), Infusion Mesotherapy, Revisage Max (Laser 360), Epilage (Laser Hair Removal), Beam (Skin Tightening and Lifting) and Leg Veins Removal to help you enjoy great-looking skin and that svelte body.

Most importantly, the center is helmed by board-certified dermatologists, nutrition management physicians and properly-trained and licensed nurses. This ensures that patients enjoy a coordinated treatment plan that’s customized and dedicated to deliver only the highest levels of patient care.

With MEDICard’s Skin and Body Laser and Aesthetic Care Center, having glowing skin and a sculpted body to match is a definite possibility.

Source:http://www.malaya.com.ph/index.php/living/1828-reveal-a-new-you-at-the-medicard-skin-care-center