Beauty Bites

India has banned imports of all cosmetic products which have been tested on animals five months after it announced a national ban on animal testing for cosmetics. The ban came into effect in November.

NATRUE is celebrating its 5th anniversary since the first product was awarded the organisation’s logo in 2009. Now 4,000 products have the logo internationally.

Creative Co-ordination has announced its appointment as the public relations consultant for British natural organic skincare Botanicals.

Toxic-free nail polish brand HJ Manicure has launched its Christmas Collection comprising four new colours: Alpine Green; Midnight Sky; Vintage Bronze; and Pink Champagne.

Green People has added two new products to its line: an new Illuminating Eye Duo – an eye shadow, highlighter and skin illuminator all in one in in Pearl & Satin Pink – and Age Defy+ Purify & Hydrate Cream Cleanser with organic Hibscus.

Pai Skincare has launched its first fully integrated marketing campaign – Sensitive Skin? Lucky You – targeting the 47% of British women who describe their skin as sensitive. The campaign comprises print advertising, PR, sales promotion, social media and targeted sampling.

Nourkrin has launched four new supplements, each specific to a different hair problem, containing the brand’s unique proprietary ingredient Marilex: Nourkrin Radiance for greying hair; Active 20+; Active 45+; and Nourkrin Post Pregnancy.

The latest additions to the Dielle range of ‘eco-chic nail colours’ are its Christmas Glamour and Winter Sunset sets. The non-toxic polishes offer a ‘juicy mix of cool colours’ to add a touch of brightness and includes Imperial Crown, Abiding Vitality, Restored Treasure, and Passion & Prudence.