Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan articles from August 2007

Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan archives from August 2007

Fujitsu, Mitsukoshi and Shiseido Experiment Tests Cosmetics IC Tags.
August 25, 2007... Fujitsu, Mitsukoshi and Shiseido have conducted an experiment of cosmetics products control with IC tags, part of a project by METI. At Mitsukoshifs shops IC tags are attached to cosmetics products to control inventory and also provide product...

Long Lasting Moisture Absorbing Silica.
August 25, 2007... Nippon Kasei is researching new applications for both liquid and sheet forms of its special silica (Silicon Dioxide) "Meso Pure" featuring long lasting moisture absorbent properties. The surface of the silica particles is covered in...

New Data Transmitting Optical Film.
August 25, 2007... Hitachi Seika Kogyo has announced the development of a new generation, transparent optical film for transferring large quantities of compressed data. Characteristics of the transparent, film include high heat and cold resistance properties...

Organic Solvent Free Adhesive.
August 25, 2007... Audio equipment giant Tohoku Pioneer in conjunction with a domestic Japanese adhesive manufacturer has developed an organic solvent free rubber adhesive for use in speakers containing 90% less Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) compared to...

Aluminium Powder Colouring Technology.
August 25, 2007... Osaka based Toyo Aluminium has announced the development of technology enabling pigments to be applied directly to aluminium powder used in car body paint to produce an almost limitless range of bright, high gloss colours. Until now for...

Biodegradable Drug Delivery Agent.
August 25, 2007... A research team at Rikkyo University has announced the development of a biodegradable drug delivery agent that dissolves within the body to slowly release the drug. The drug is contained within a type of biodegradable plastic made from...

Light Permeating Low Energy Heat Sheet for Hothouses.
August 25, 2007... New materials development company Mulec has developed "Mech PCT" an electrically powered mesh type heat generating sheet for use in glasshouses that also allows light to pass through to further accelerate plant growth. The 1cm square mesh...

Lightweight OPS Plastic Containers.
August 25, 2007... Denka Polymer is set to release a range of lightweight OPS base plastic trays developed using the companyfs own moulding and design expertise coupled with a newly developed OPS plastic sheet "SOPS" developed by Denka Polymerfs parent company...

Material Saving Card Divider.
August 25, 2007... Keimass has released "e_cross" a fold out cardboard divider for use in cardboard boxes that saves approximately 40% of material compared to that used in conventional dividers. Unlike conventional dividers consisting of numerous pieces which...

Rengo Promotes Corrugated Cardboard Box without Metal Clasps.
August 25, 2007... Rengo has developed a corrugated cardboard box that does not use metal clasps. The bottom and top parts can be closed by inserting scissor-like parts on the smaller flaps into small holes on the larger flaps. The scissor-like parts slide...

Soft Spout Pouch.
August 25, 2007... Tokyo based Kyodo Printing has announced the development of "Soft Spout Pouch" a pouch featuring a soft, squeezable spout ideal for extracting powders, jelly type drinks, pastes and viscous liquid food stuffs such as dressings, etc. in...

Low Temperature Sealing Film.
August 25, 2007... Kyoto based Oike Pack Material has released "MOS-CO" a high gas and liquid barrier sealant film consisting of a CCP film base evaporation coated with a silicone oxide material which enable it to be sealed at low temperatures making it suitable...

Sawanotsuru Launches Cosmetics with Japanese Sake Extract.
August 25, 2007... Sawanotsuru has launched cosmetics series remonter (three items). Japanese sake has been known to have a connection to beautiful skin from old times. The company added plenty of amino acid from Japanese sake without bio-processing. Half of the...

TOB Sells Cleansing and Eye Cream from Flawless Series.
August 25, 2007... TOB sells 3Way Cleansing (120g, 2,400 yen) and Eye Cream (20g, 2,800 yen) from the Flawless series. The series proposes simple skincare and has already been selling an essence product that has the function of face lotion, milky lotion and...

Lure Storage Pouch.
August 25, 2007... Marukyu has released "Field Pouch" a storage pouch for fishing lures worn over the shoulder that enables the lure to be found, removed and replaced quickly. The pouch features a "Tackle Pocket" on the inside from which the lures are hung....

Silicone Hot Bowl Holders.
August 25, 2007... Earnest has released "Atsuku Nai Tte" 2 heat resistance silicone pads for removing hot bowls and plates from microwave ovens. The pads, with a heat resistance of 200 degrees C, feature a flattened protrusion on their outer face that can be...

Antibacterial Alcohol Wet Wipes.
August 25, 2007... Increasing concern in Japan regarding hygiene issues has prompted Taiko release Jokin-Yoh Alcohol Tissues" - commercial wet wipes impregnated with alcohol for wiping down the handles or baby seats of supermarket trolleys, etc. Tests...

Cooking Oil Absorbing Cotton Pad, Etc.
August 25, 2007... Marusan Sangyo has released "Kitchen-to Cotton" a range of cotton products designed to absorb cooking oil to prevent it from being disposed of down the sink. Cooking oil disposed of in this way is particularly difficult to treat and is a major...

Microwave & Freezer Safe Silicone Lunch Box Cups.
August 25, 2007... Toyo Aluminium Eco Products has released "Silicone Okazu Cups" heat and cold resistant silicone cups for holding messy side dishes such as rice, greasy chicken, etc. in the lunch box. Food items can be heated directly in the cups in the...

Moisturising Sun Screen.
August 25, 2007... Yamada Yohojo has released "RJ UV Plus" a 2-in-1 moisturising lotion and powerful SPF 30 PA+++ sunscreen. The lotion contains 3 hydration agents in the form of royal jelly extract, co-enzyme Q-10 and peony extract in addition to 2 sunray...

Oversize Pore Range for Men.
August 25, 2007... Biotherm has announced the release of "T-Pure" a range of skin care products for men concerned with excessive skin oil secretion and oversize pores particularly around the T-zone. The products are formulated to produce the optimum skin moisture...

Heart & Lung Function Improving Exercise Mask.
August 25, 2007... Hokkaido based Patent Works has released "ReBNA" a face mask designed to improve heart and lung function when performing aerobic exercise. Developed in conjunction with the Tokai University, the mask encourages correct breathing (inhaling...

Sunscreen Spray.
August 25, 2007... Tokyo based Cosmetics Journey has released "Savannah 50" a maximum SPF 50 PA++ spray type sunscreen. The spray formulation ensures that the active ingredients are spread evenly over the skin for optimum protection. Also contains blemish...

Long Range Wasp Nest Spray.
August 25, 2007... Fumakilla has released "Hachi Abu Ultra Jet" an insecticide spray specifically designed to destroy wasp nests. The main feature of the product is the powerful jet spray which enables the active ingredients to be delivered safely from a...

Palm Size Mist Maker.
August 25, 2007... Kagoshima Choonpa Sogokenkyujo has announced the development of a compact palm size device that utilises ultrasonic waves to release a microscopic particle mist. When activated an electric current runs between 2 tiny piezoelectric...

Safe, Hypochlorite Antibacterial Cleanser.
August 25, 2007... Tokyo based MAT has released "Sana Max" a spray type antibacterial hypochlorite water cleanser suitable for washing vegetables, hands, chopping boards, refrigerators and all kitchen surfaces. The main ingredient, hypochlorite water, is an...

Steralised Gauze for Babies.
August 25, 2007... Akachan Honpo has released "Mekkin Yu Zarashi Gauze" a soft, sterile gauze sheet specifically for babies. The 100% cotton gauze is first passed through boiling water prior to weaving to increase softness. Once woven, it is then steam...

100% Rabbit Dog Food Supplement.
August 25, 2007... Wanfoo has released "Wanfoo Gourmet Jerky" a range of 3 artificial colouring and preservative free dry type dog food supplements made from high protein rabbit meat. The low cholesterol and low fat rabbit meat used in the products is rich...

Insect Repelling Fertiliser Spray.
August 25, 2007... Asahi Kogyo has released "Vivify" a house plant and vegetable growth enhancing spray containing a natural insect repelling neem oil extract. Neem, a tree native to India, has long been renown on the subcontinent for its growth enhancing...

Chlorine Residue Removing Cotton Pads.
August 25, 2007... Marusan Sangyo has released "Seisei Sui De Uruoi Pure" 2 cotton pad products containing purified water and moisturising agents designed to remove the chlorine residue left on the skin after washing with tap water. The products are:...

Fibre Rich Bowel Function Regulating Supplement.
August 25, 2007... Kanebo Cosmetics has released "Kanebo Twany Asa No Shokumotsu Seni" a low calorie (51.5kcal) vegetable fibre rich bowel regulating supplement drink. A single 125ml pack contains approximately one-third of the 19g-26g Recommended Daily...

Reusable Silver Ion Antibacterial Deodorising Spray.
August 25, 2007... Osaka based Bell has released "Daigaku Umare No Gin-Ion Shoshueki" a safe deodorising spray for use in both the toilet and kitchen areas with antibacterial powers stronger than that of chlorine. Developed in conjunction with a research team...

Cooler Pocket Back Packs.
August 25, 2007... Coleman Japan has released a range of sturdy nylon back packs designed for commuting to work or school featuring a cooler pocket for keeping drinks or packed lunches cool. The "Cool Pack 30" model features a roomy 30-litre capacity and a...

Dust Pan Shaped Chopping Board.
August 25, 2007... Makino Trading has begun the marketing of "Chop 2 Pot" a unique chopping board developed in Britain that fold to resemble a dust pan allowing the chopped food items to be carried to the pot without spillage. Made from a flat sheet of...

Easy to Follow Bag Making Kit.
August 25, 2007... Osaka based Clover has released "Bag Template" a range of easy to follow templates for making a wide range of popular bags. Available in 2 main styles: "Square" (8 types) and "Crescent Moon" (6 types). Each template shows exactly where the...

Deodorising Silver Ion Fabric.
August 25, 2007... Shindo has released a range of clothing made of fibres impregnated with micro-sized antibacterial silver ions that suppress bacteria responsible for body odour. Unlike conventional deodorising fabric with a silver ion coating, the silver...

Ergonomic, Kiwi Bill Faucet.
August 25, 2007... Sanei Suisen Seisakujo has released "Kiwi Tap" a range of elegant faucets for the kitchen or bathroom featuring an easy to use handle similar in shape to the head and bill of the New Zealand flightless bird the kiwi. According to the...

Antibacterial Siliver Ion Bowl.
August 25, 2007... Fujita Kinzoku has released "Sweet Bikkuri Senmenki" a lightweight aluminium bowl with an antibacterial silver ion finish. The silver ions, applied to the aluminium by an electro-chemical process, are gradually released over time into the...

Coconut Fibre Oil & Water Absorbing Mats.
August 25, 2007... UES has released "Coco Bio Kyuyu Mat" a biodegradable mat made from coconut fibre designed to absorb oil and water spilt onto the floors of commercial kitchens. Developed in conjunction with the Sri Lankafs Industrial Technology Research...

Iron on Headlight Reflecting Tape.
August 25, 2007... Osaka based Captain has released "Hansha Tape" an iron on reflective tape that reflects the headlights from oncoming cars when out walking or running at night. The tape affixes securely to almost all types of material from cotton through...

Compact, Lightweight Sesame Seed Grinder.
August 25, 2007... Matsushita Denki Sangyo (National) has released "Kandenchi-Shiki Gomasuri-Ki BH-925 a compact battery operated sesame seed grinder that stands just 12cm in height. Price: 4,179 yen.

High Function Faucet Filter.
August 25, 2007... Torei has released "Toreibino Casetti 402X" a high function filter attached to the end of the faucet featuring a digital display indicating in litres when the cartridge filter will require replacement. The filter has successfully passed...

Improved Insulation Rice Cooker.
August 25, 2007... Matsushita Denki Kogyo (National) has recently released "Chikunetsu Type Diamond Do Gama" an automatic rice cooker with a 10% improved insulation efficiency to reduce heat loss. The aluminium pot into which the rice is placed consists of...

Jelly Shoe Slip Prevention Pads.
August 25, 2007... Murai has released "Happy Skip" a range of cushioning jelly type insole products designed to stop the foot from slipping in high-heel shoes, etc. All pads in the range are coated with a hyaluronic acid moisturising agent. Products...

Bush-Fly Repellent.
August 25, 2007... Fumakilla has released a water-based bush-fly repellent sprayed directly onto the foliage of trees, bushes and houseplants, etc that repels the flies without damaging delicate leaves. The product features a powerful jet spray that ensures the...

Insect Repelling Sheet.
August 25, 2007... Kirihai Kagaku has released "Mushi Guard Push" a sheet type insect repellent that is simply wiped over exposed parts of the body before going outdoors. To use, the special highly absorbent tissues are pushed down onto the top of a...

Insect Repelling Stickers.
August 25, 2007... Ohmi Kyodai-Sha has released "Ohmi Kyodai-Sha Menthol Mushi Yoke Seal" a sticker type insect repellent free of chemical based repellent agents that is simply attached to clothing. The self-adhesive stickers are impregnated with natural...

100% Insect Repelling Sheets for Babies.
August 25, 2007... Akachan Honpo has released Mushi Iya Wet Tissue AH 575" an insect repelling wet wipe formulated from 100% natural ingredients specifically for use on delicate baby skin. The chemical insecticide free wet wipes feature a low alcohol...

UV Ray Sensitive Insect Repelling Bracelet.
August 25, 2007... Re Trast Japan has released "Hikaru Mushi Yoke Daishi Super Kacoon UV Checker" a bracelet type insect repellent that changes colour depending on the strength of UV rays. The bracelet, made from a soft, flexible rubber material is...

Dog Paw Washer.
August 25, 2007... Tokyo based Kaga Sports has released "Ashi Kirei Kirei" a compact, battery operated bowl like device for washing the paws of dogs following its walk. To use, a cup of water is first added to the bowl. When activated, a jet of fine bubbles...

Micro-Fibre Highly Absorbent Dog Towels.
August 25, 2007... Osaka based Marukan has released "Chokyusui Towel" a highly absorbent towel made of micro-fibres for drying dogs. The micro-fibres developed by Toray provide the towel with 5 times the water absorbency of conventional cotton towels and...

PC Monitor & TV Screen Cleaning Kit.
August 25, 2007... Landport has released "Screen Care" a PC monitor and TV screen cleaning set comprising an anti-static brush, cleansing spray, a large triangular shaped pad and a storage tray. To use, dust adhering to the screen is first removed with the...

Baking Soda & Orange Oil Kitchen Cleanser.
August 25, 2007... Uyeki has released "Juso Orange Paste" a unique paste type universal kitchen cleanser made primarily from natural ingredients including orange oil and baking soda. The orange oil rapidly penetrates and loosens surface grease, etc enabling...

Glove Type Alloy Wheel Cleansing Cloth.
August 25, 2007... Soft 99 Corporation has released "Wheel Mitt" a mitt shaped cleaning cloth for alloy wheels. The mitt features individual compartments for the thumb and index finger enabling it to easily clean difficult to reach areas between the spokes,...

Water Repelling Windscreen Wiper.
August 25, 2007... Soft 99 Corporation has released "Garako Wiper Power Hassui" a new windscreen wiper that produces a water repelling film on the windscreen surface to improve vision in the wet. The film also smoothes the motion of the blade and helps reduce the...

Shaving Foam with Brush.
August 25, 2007... Kaijirushi has released "Groom Shaving Foam & Brush" a fine textured shaving foam and brush set. To use, the brush is attached to the nozzle of the can by its base and lightly pushed down to release the foam from the can into the bristles....

Womenfs Shaver and UV Skin Care Set.
August 25, 2007... Schick Japan has released "Intuition Plus" a limited edition shaving and sun care set for summer consisting of a triple blade disposable head shaver and a tube of "Coppertone Perfect UV Cut Milk AS" sun screen. Features of the razor...

Dental Whitening Stick.
August 25, 2007... Tokyo based Hanix has released "Hanic for Men" a dental whitening stick formulated to reduce the appearance of surface coffee, tea and nicotine stains leaving the teeth looking both brighter and whiter. To use, the stick is simply rubbed...

Natural Herbal Breath Freshener.
August 25, 2007... Yokohama based Taiyo Yushi has released a natural concentrated herbal mouthwash free of artificial antibacterial agents and surfactants. The pleasant tasting, low irritant mouthwash is formulated with 7 different herbs including sage and...

Lower Eyelid Defining Makeup.
August 25, 2007... Paradow has released "Under Eye Colour N" a 2-in 1 eye makeup pen designed to accentuate the dark coloured eyes typical of the Japanese and other Asians. One end of the pen consists of an eyeliner for use under the eye containing a fine...

Kanebofs "Revue" Spring & Summer Line-Up.
August 25, 2007... Kanebo Cosmetics has recently announced the release of the spring & summer line-up of its popular UV filtering "Revue" foundation range. The main concept of the latest releases is described on its advertising as "My Elegance, my cuteness"...

Non-Rinse Hair Treatment Range from Shiseido.
August 25, 2007... Shiseido has released "Ma Cherie" a 5-item, non-rinse, dryness and split-end hair treatment range formulated with a "Brightening Gloss" agent to improve brilliance. The representative product of the range "Gloss Charge Essence" features a...

Camellia Hair Mask from Shiseido.
August 25, 2007... Shiseido has released "Tsubaki Hair Mask" a hair gloss and manageability enhancing hair mask containing high purity camellia oil. The non-greasy oil coats each individual hair to produce a rich, wet gloss effect. Price: 200g = Open price.

Seasonal Hair Care Range.
August 25, 2007... B-Road has released "Seasonfs Presentation" a range of 4 shampoos and conditioners each specifically formulated to repair damage specific to each season. The first of the 4 products to be released is "Haru Moe Shampoo" and "Haru Sakura...

Sunstar Add to VO5 Hair Styling Range.
August 25, 2007... Sunstar has announced the addition of 4 new products to its popular "VO-5" hair styling spray range. Products include:"Curl Keep" - A soft holding styling spray specifically formulated to maintain curls. Available in light fragrance &...

Natural Antibacterial Plant Extract Body Soap.
August 25, 2007... Okinawa based Bio 21 has released "Churara Herbal Soap" a solid type rich lathering facial soap containing a range of natural extracts from plants native to Okinawa (Japanfs southern-most island). The preservative free soap contains an...

Natural Plant Extract Solid Soap Range.
August 25, 2007... Osaka based Clover Corporation has released "Kanbirei" a range of 3 solid type facial soap products each formulated with a different natural Korean plant extract. Products include:"Korei Ningin Extract" - A gentle cleansing moisturising...

Popsicle Shaped Refreshing Bath Additive.
August 25, 2007... Bandai has released "Gari Gari-Kun Nyuyoku-Zai Cool" a range of 4 bath additives in the shape of a Popsicle complete with stick. When placed into the bath water, the active ingredients - including refreshing menthol - dissolves until only...

Massaging Soap.
August 25, 2007... Wave Corporation has released "Spa Treatment Mansule Oligosavon" a body soap featuring an array of rounded protrusions over its surface that gently massage and stimulate the skin whilst washing. The soap is formulated with 15 different...

Additive Free Black Pig Fat Soap.
August 25, 2007... Kagoshima based Kaori Kobo Teko has released "Junsei Kurobuta Sekken" an additive free solid soap made from the fat of a special black pig raised in southern Japan. The oil from the pigs is especially rich in moisturising and skin...

Lavender Extract Sake Bath Additive.
August 25, 2007... Japanese sake (rice wine) producing giant Gekkeikan has released "Shittori Sake-Buro" a range of moisturising powdered sake bath additives fragranced with natural plant extracts. Each sachet contains a 10% powdered sake content rich in...

Kanebo Add Blemish Whitening Line to "Evita" Range.
August 25, 2007... Kanebo Cosmetics has announced the addition of 4 blemish whitening products to its "Evita" skin care range for women over 50. Features common to all products include vitamin C and E melanin activity suppressing agents combined with royal...

Kanebo Renew "Blan Chir" Skin Whitening Range.
August 25, 2007... Japanese cosmetics giant Kanebo Cosmetics has renewed its extensive "Blan Chir" skin care range formulated with blemish lightening and melanin activity suppressing vitamin C and "Kakyoku" - a traditional Japanese herbal remedy. First released...

Concentrated Skin Care Range from Kanebo.
August 25, 2007... Kanebo Cosmetics has added an extensive concentrated skin care line to its "Impress" product range. Features common to all products include an independently developed skin smoothing agent that helps improve natural translucence and "MA...

Age Specific Blemish Whitening Range.
August 25, 2007... Kanebo Cosmetics has released "Repair Spots" a blemish whitening agent applied directly to blemishes as part of its lower priced, off-the-shelf "Fresher White C " range. The product delivers a melanin activity suppressing vitamin C...

Kanebo Renew "Twany" UV Protection and Blemish Whitening Range.
August 25, 2007... Kanebo Cosmetics has begun the staged renewal of its "Twany" 3-in-1 hydration, UV protection, and blemish lightening base makeup and skin care range. Features common to all products in the range include soluble vitamin C and wheat bran...

Moisturising Gel Cream.
August 25, 2007... H & B Laboratories has announced the release of "Ohana Gel Cream" a rich moisturising cream formulated with water from a natural source located 1,000 metres underground. The smooth spreading, fast penetrating gel like cream contains a wide...

Sensitive Skin Care Range.
August 25, 2007... Kozokino Kagaku Kenkyujo has released "RIM" a range of 3 skin care products for sensitive skin types. Products include: "RIM Soap S" - A gentle cleansing liquid soap featuring an oil base similar to that of natural skin oil that removes...

Honey Like Body Gels.
August 25, 2007... G.P. Create has released 2 honey textured massage body gels. "Hot Honey Bath" - Formulated with a carrot extract to warm hands and feet chilled by prolonged exposure to the cold or air conditioning. Ideal for massaging into the hands and...

Egg Shell Membrane Moisturising Lotion.
August 25, 2007... Tokyo based Medic Roudo has released "Ds Beau Sante Essence Lotion" a non-greasy lotion formulated with natural egg shell membrane to restore lost suppleness to the skin. Egg shell membrane, a thin, protein and fibre rich membrane on the...

3-IN-1 Facial Cleanser.
August 25, 2007... Tokyo based TOB has released "TOB Flawless 3-Way Cleansing" a cream type facial cleanser that can be used for normal cleansing, the removal of makeup and as a gentle skin stimulating facial massage cream. Contains a squalene moisturising agent....

Limunus Skin Care Gel.
August 25, 2007... Fuji Sangyo has released "Limunus" a gel type rinse off facial pack containing the polysaccharide fucoidan. The fucoidan activates the skin cells to restore the skinfs natural metabolism and boost its natural defences against external...

Natural Rice Bran Over-Size Pore Treatment.
August 25, 2007... Imyu has announced the release of "Dejavu Zoom Beauty" a powder type facial cleanser formulated with natural rice bran to deep cleanse the pores of grime and excess skin oil. Also contains oryzanol, a natural ingredient found in rice bran that...

Foam Type Massage Oil.
August 25, 2007... Osaka based Pal Point has released "Madhya EX Oil Massage Foam" a non-greasy formulation foam type massage oil. To use, apply a small amount to lightly towel dried skin following bathing. The smooth spreading foam gently exfoliates the...