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

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

Artificial Keratin Layer Developed.
June 25, 2007... Pharmaceutical development company Nippon Kenko Kagaku Kenkyu Centre has announced the development of a cellulose and other polysaccharide based material for use in forming a keratin-like layer on the skinfs surface. The material, which is...

Nippon Valqua Industries Develops Lead-Free Fluorine Rubber Sealing Material.
June 25, 2007... Nippon Valqua Industries has developed a fluorine rubber sealing material without lead. The company had been adding lead oxide to its products to help them keep their shape under heat and pressure. After research into the kinds of raw materials...

Hybrid Projector Screen.
June 25, 2007... Teijin has announced the development of a projector screen for business presentations, etc, capable of producing a clear image even in bright room environments of 1,000 lux - the typical brightness level of offices. The "Hybrid Screen...

New Low Cost Hologram Printing Method.
June 25, 2007... Fukushima Insatsu Kogyo has developed "Direct Holo Hoshiki" a new low cost patent pending method for printing holograms directly onto film, synthetic paper and adhesive paper with a rotary press and without the need of a die. The method...

Biodegradable Ocean Sensor.
June 25, 2007... Hokkaido based system development company SEC has announced the development of a biodegradable deep-sea sensor made from finely pulverised clam sells mixed with a special protein and natural oils to form a hard concrete-like substance. The...

Aluminium Bottle-Can Used for Sake.
June 25, 2007... Japanese convenience store chain Family Mart in conjunction with 4 chilled sake (Japanese rice wine) producers has become the first to retail a sake product in a stylish aluminium bottle-can featuring a screw top type wide mouth. The sake...

Peach Coat Security Labels.
June 25, 2007... Nisshinbo Postal Chemicals has released "Security-yoh Peach Coat" a counterfeit preventing security label made of highly porous and brittle synthetic paper (Peach Coat) that breaks apart when an attempt to remove it is made, preventing the...

Tofu Making Containers.
June 25, 2007... Asahi Token has announced the development of "Enseki Chawan" a heat generating ceramic container that can be used to make tofu (Bean curd) in the home. To make tofu at home the liquid ingredients are first mixed together and placed in a...

Non-Powder Film from Maruto.
June 25, 2007... Maruto Sangyo has released "Crystal Non PF" an independently developed non-powdered type film with superior scratch resistance and slide characteristics making it ideal for use in high speed filling processes such as that used for liquid...

Antibacterial Packaging for Confectionery, Fruit, Etc.
June 25, 2007... Japanese paper packaging manufacturer Maruzen in conjunction with the Kagawa Prefecture Industrial Technology Centre has announced the development of a safe type of antibacterial packaging suitable for use for a wide variety of food products...

Tamper Proof PET Bag.
June 25, 2007... Nagoya based CKK has released "Kichohin Bukuro" a special PET material tamper proof bag for storing valuables or small personal belongings etc. The bag features a special adhesive applied around the opening which when sealed by removing...

Non-Adhesive Integrated Tape.
June 25, 2007... Dry Ice Service has released "Sani Tape" a non-adhesive packaging tape made from a stretch film that adheres to itself and not the package preventing damage to the packaging when opening and enabling wet items to be packaged. The tape is...

High Temp., Humidity & Weight Durability Air Cushioning.
June 25, 2007... Air Tech Natural Japan has begun the general marketing of "Air Fit" an air cushion type shock absorbent initially developed for the Korean electronic giant Samsung with excellent temperature, humidity and weight durability characteristics. ...

Kyodo Printing Releases Metal Printing Products.
June 25, 2007... Kyodo Printing has released three metal printing products. The company developed metal offset sheet printing and sheet painting technologies to offer various designs and textures to meet customersf needs. The company also develops products...

Dai Nippon Printing Launches Biomass Packaging Materials.
June 25, 2007... Dai Nippon Printing has developed biomass packaging materials that use as much plant derived polylactic acid as possible while retaining the functions necessary for packaging materials. The company has developed two types of biomass materials,...

Biodegradable Boiled Rice Packs.
June 25, 2007... Japanese plastic film giant Tocello has begun the production of 100g size boiled rice packs for hospitals, schools and other institutions made of "Pal Green" - a biodegradable plastic produced from lactic acid derived from corn starch. The...

Freshness Preserving Bags from Horikusu.
June 25, 2007... Horikusu in conjunction with the Fukuoka Prefecture Agricultural General Testing Laboratory has developed "Vege-Fresh" a freshness preserving film designed to maintain the optimum oxygen and CO2 concentration balance within the packaging...

Pfizer Uses RSS Detachable Display Label for Antibiotics.
June 25, 2007... Pfizer is using an RSS display label that can be detached and transferred to a syringe or IV fluid bag for antibiotics supplied in vials. The label is being used on two types of antibiotics with beta-lactamase inhibitors in vials: Unasyn-S...

Kobayashi Renew Room Deodoriser Packaging.
June 25, 2007... Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals has renewed the packaging of its popular bead type "Mukokukan" and "Bikokukan" room air freshening products containing amino acid deodorising agents which remain effective for up to 90 days. The new simple, cube...

Bath Water Scum Remover.
June 25, 2007... Egawa Shoji has released "Super Aka Pakkun" a cute duck shaped device that floats on the bath surface absorbing scum and reducing mould growth enabling the water to be used repeatedly. (Unlike western baths, in Japan the water is heated in the...

Gas Canister Remaining Gas Calculator.
June 25, 2007... Iwatani Sangyo has developed "Iwatani Cassette Gas Zanryokei" a scale like device that measures the weight of gas left in conventional gas canisters used in portable table-top burners to calculate how long they will last. To use the...

Duck Billed Wet Wipe Pack.
June 25, 2007... Daido Seishi has released their "Erieru Jokin Dekiru Wet Tissue" - antibacterial wet wipes in a unique air tight pack featuring a locking device in the shape of a duck bill or penguin beak to prevent the tissues being removed by young children...

Colourful Hearing Aid Range.
June 25, 2007... Rion has released "Leonet Loco HB-L1" a stylish digital hearing aid designed to be seen featuring a range of 13 colourful, interchangeable covers. Designed for those with mild to medium hearing disabilities, the range also features a...

Flat Thermos.
June 25, 2007... Osaka based PaAgu has released "Issa" a thin, flat, 380ml capacity shaped thermos made of lightweight plastic designed to fit easily into bags and satchels. The thermos features an insulating air cavity created between a transparent inner...

Water Proof Band Aid Products from Nichiban.
June 25, 2007... Nichiban has announced the release of 2 new waterproof band aid products as part of its "Yasashii" range of low irritant band aid products. "Yasashii Bosui Pad" - A highly flexible pad and film combination designed to protect the wound...

Antibacterial Pads for Cuts from Nichiban.
June 25, 2007... Nichiban has added 2 new pad products for cuts and scratches as part of its "Yasashii" range of low irritant band aid products. "Yasashii Kizu Ate Pad" - An adhesive pad featuring a highly absorbent pad with a mesh construction to prevent...

Fast Drying Commercial Dish & Vegetable Washing Liquid.
June 25, 2007... Lion Hygiene has released "Serushia Sokkan Mild" a fast drying concentrated dish and vegetable washing detergent for the commercial sector. The neutral formulation contains a natural quick drying agent that improves both the rinse and...

Live Fish Preserving Box.
June 25, 2007... Marukyu has announced the release of "Power Bakkan SL Super Live Well" a live fish preservation box that can be connected up to 2 external air pumps (Not provided) to aerate sea water to keep caught fish alive and enabling them to be returned...

Cut Flower Life Prolonging Agent.
June 25, 2007... Osaka based Kansai Kako has released "Florence Water" an environmentally friendly cut flower freshness preserving liquid that is simply added to the water in the vase. Developed by a research team at the Osaka Municipal University, the...

Ready to Use Correction Pen.(Correction notice)
June 25, 2007... Sakura Craypas has released "Keshio" a ready to use correction pen that, unlike many conventional products, can be used immediately without first shaking, etc. Available in ultra fine (0.6mm) and fine (1.0mm) tip sizes. A window showing the...

Dehumidifying & Deodorising Mat.
June 25, 2007... Shinwa Kankyo Kanri has released "TO Ru Ru" a mat made from powdered baked oyster shells and charcoals contained in a non-woven sheet material that absorbs excess moisture and odours. The highly porous particles rapidly absorb and trap...

Aquarium Cleaner.
June 25, 2007... Miseki Taika Renga has released "Dekoboko Rock" a highly porous clay based ceramic in the shape of a piece of coral that absorbs impurities in aquarium water. According to the company, parasites residing in the micro-size pores of the...

Cosmetics Brush Cleaner.
June 25, 2007... Hakuhodo has released "Fude Cleaner" a cosmetics brush cleansing liquid for gently removing foundation, mascara and other residue from application brushes. The colouring and fragrance free liquid also contains natural essential oils to...

Non-Energy Using Room Humidifier.
June 25, 2007... Koria World Trading has recently released "Gaiamo 5118" a room humidifying device consisting of a water reservoir and filter combination that utilises capillary action to release moisture without the use of electricity or other power source....

Sheet Type Funnel.
June 25, 2007... Sanyo Precision has released "Fun Funnel" a funnel consisting of a single heat resistant silicone sheet that is wrapped around the top of the bottle to aid the pouring of liquids from refill packs into bottles. Following use, the sheet can be...

Pollen Trapping Screen.
June 25, 2007... Nitoms has released "Amido-yoh Kafun Filter" a sheet placed over mesh window screens that catches up to 80% of pollen and dust that would otherwise enter the home when the windows are open. The transparent sheets, made from a non-woven...

2 IN 1 Car Windscreen & Body Coating Spray.
June 25, 2007... Nippon Science has released "Bisharaku" a dirt and water repelling spray that can be used on both the windscreen and body paint-work. To use, simply spray on after washing the car and wipe off with a soft cloth. In addition to helping to...

Mould Growth Preventing Brick Coating Agent.
June 25, 2007... Yokohama based Eco-Cosmo has released "Gardening Mama" a coating agent for bricks, terracotta pots, concrete and natural stone, etc that prevents the growth of mould and moss. The safe, ethanol, toluene and xylene free agent is simply...

Slim Shoe Insole.
June 25, 2007... Amea Sports Japan has released "Conformable Slim" a flexible shoe insole specifically for use in narrow, flat shoes including sports shoes. In addition to supporting the arch, the insole also flexes to cushion the foot and joints from...

UV Strength Calculator.
June 25, 2007... Tokyo based Design Factory has released "UV Sensor Clock" a compact, palm size alarm clock that also calculates the strength of UV rays. The device displays the UV strength as an index on a screen that also doubles as a handy mirror. Size: 84mm...

Quatro 4 Titanium Shaving Gel from Schick.
June 25, 2007... Schick Japan has announced the Japan release of "Quatro 4 Titanium Yakuyoh Shaving Gel Foam" a creamy foam type shaving gel containing a new dipotassium glycyrrhizinate medicated agent to help prevent shaving rash. Also contains a special...

Glasses Shampoo.
June 25, 2007... Soft 99 Corporation has released "Megane No Shampoo" a foam type eye glasses cleanser formulated to gently lift skin oils and hair styling residue, etc from the lens surface otherwise difficult to wipe off with conventional glasses cleansing...

Pen Type Correction Tape Dispenser.(Correction notice)
June 25, 2007... Tokyo based Plus has released "Wiper Mini Roller" a pen type correction tape dispenser that neatly and smoothly covers a line of text when moved horizontally across the page and a single letter when pushed down. The special mini roller...

Powerful Compact Vac.
June 25, 2007... Hitachi Appliances has released "Gomi Dash Cyclone Stick PV SK1" a powerful 240W cyclone type vacuum cleaner featuring a high power motor that delivers up to 20% more power. The main characteristic of the bag-less vacuum cleaner is the...

Odourless Anti-Yellowing Insect Repellent for Clothes.
June 25, 2007... Hakugen has released "Mrs Lloyd 1-Nen Bochu Kibami Boshi Kino-Tsuki" a range of odourless insect repellents for clothing stored in drawers and closets that remains effective for up to 1-year. In addition to eliminating insect damage the...

Kitchen Corner Roach Trap.
June 25, 2007... Hakugen has released "Waipawan G Corner-yo" an "L" shaped cockroach trap designed to fit into the corners of the room or kitchen units where cockroaches are most likely to pass. The design of the trap including the unique "L" shape and low...

Neck Soothing Cooling Pad.
June 25, 2007... Hakugen has released "Kubiyo Ice-Non" a reusable formed pad that fits snugly around the neck and upper shoulder area containing a muscle soothing and tension relieving cooling gel. To activate the soft textured, flexible pad is simply...

Relaxing Ice Spray.
June 25, 2007... Hakugen has released an improved version of its "Doko Demo Ice-Non EX" cooling mist spray that tuns immediately to ice. The product is sprayed directly onto a handkerchief for 1-second before being applied to the forehead, neck etc for...

Teddy Bear Head Cooling Pillow.
June 25, 2007... Hakugen has released "Relakuma Ice-Non" a soft pillow containing a gel bag that after freezing remains pleasantly cool for up to 3 hours, helping the user sleep through hot and humid summer nights. The reusable gel bag remains soft even...

Chewing Gum Remover.
June 25, 2007... Tokyo based Ogino has released "Gum Tori Ban" an environmentally friendly liquid containing orange oil, limonene and a surfactant that helps lift discarded chewing gum from all types of surfaces including both natural and man-made stone floors...

Facial Muscle Massager.
June 25, 2007... Akaishi has released "Hoppe Up Roll Super Hard" a hand held roller device designed to stimulate blood flow to the facial muscles for enhanced cheek definition. Price: 1,260 yen.

Leg Swelling Reducing Pressure Stockings.
June 25, 2007... Dr. Scholl has released "Medi-cute High Compression" knee high open toe support stockings that apply pressure to the lower leg to help relieve swelling and fatigue. The amount of pressure applied by the stockings has been increased by 1.5...

Dog Food Soup-Topping.
June 25, 2007... Nisshin Pet Food has released "Run Meal Mix Oishii Soup Tsukimashita" a dry, pellet type dog food complete with a separate tasty retort packaged soup topping. The soup topping is simply mixed into the dry food to improve flavour and...

Large 3-Litre Size Stainless Steel Cold Drink Bottle.
June 25, 2007... Zojirushi Mahobin has released "Cool Jug ST-HA 30" a large 3-litre size insulated bottle for cold drinks made of sturdy stainless steel. Features include a convenient shoulder strap, a shorter handle at the neck and recess at the base for...

Large Electrode Pad Massager.
June 25, 2007... Kyoto based Omron Healthcare has released "Teishuha Chiryoki 3D Elepasu Pro HV-1200" a body massaging device featuring two large size pads which are attached to the body each containing 3 electrodes which emit a current to massage a wide area...

Low Waste Toilet Air Freshener.
June 25, 2007... In response to a consumer survey indicating that one of the main areas of dissatisfaction regarding toilet and room deodorising products was the amount of waste material used in the packaging, Hakugen has released "Kono Mama Shoshu Purunpa" a...

Room Air Freshener with 118 Natural Ingredients.
June 25, 2007... Tokyo based Fine 2 has released "Mori No Kokoro" a room air freshener device that emits a fine mist containing a forest scented extract made from 118 different plant extracts. The mist emitted by the slim, cylindrical free standing device...

Powerful Anti-Fungal Bathroom Spray.
June 25, 2007... Kao has released "Kyoryoku Kabi Haita" an anti-fungal bathroom spray featuring a fine, thick foam formulation that enables the active ingredients to adhere longer to vertical surfaces such as wall tiles. Price: 400ml trigger spray bottle...

Doggy Bath Robe.
June 25, 2007... Osaka based Doggy-Man Hayashi has released "Kutsurogi Bath Robe Douche" a comfortable wrap-around bath robe for dogs to prevent them from getting chills after a bath. Made from a highly absorbent material, the robe size can be easily...

Pet Toy Cleansing Spray.
June 25, 2007... Torus has released "Daeki No Beta Beta Sukkiri" an antibacterial spray formulated with food alcohol and sugar cane that eliminates the stickiness from pet toys and blankets caused by saliva. To use, simply spray onto the toy, etc and leave...

Bird Flu Virus Filtering Mask.
June 25, 2007... Daiki Seiyaku has released "FSC-F 99E FFP Virus Taisaku Mask" a face mask constructed from 4-layers of ultra fine fibre non-woven material capable of filtering out the bird flu virus as well as conventional pollen and other allergens. The mask...

99.9% Pollen Filtering Face Mask.
June 25, 2007... Iris Oyama has released "Virus Kohoshu & Shoshu" a 4-ply construction face mask capable of filtering out viruses responsible for influenza and 99.9% of pollen. The non-woven material does not restrict breathing yet also effectively cuts 100% of...

Versatile Bread Board.
June 25, 2007... Kai Jirushi has released "Broad Brow" a unique and stylish bread board consisting of 5 inter-linked triangular pieces of wood that can be moved around to make different size cutting surfaces to match the bread type. The pieces comprising...

Deodorising Fabric Conditioner from Kao.
June 25, 2007... Kao has released "Humming Furea" a milky type deodorising fabric conditioner formulated with "Fuwatto Hana Saku Essence" [Lit: "soft flower blossoming essence"] that revitalises flat fibres to leave them soft and fluffy. The fruity-floral...

Silver Ion Anti Pollen Laundry Additive.
June 25, 2007... Tokyo based Planet Company has released "Ag + Shower" a silver ion antibacterial agent that helps prevent pollen and other airborne allergens from adhering to clothing fabric. The product consists of a net bag containing 5mm diameter...

Moisturising Baby Bottom Wipes from Unicharm.
June 25, 2007... Unicharm has released "Moony Oshiri-fuki Oshiri Pure" thick 3-ply baby bottom wipes impregnated with "Lipidure" a new moisturising agent that produces a protective barrier over the skin. The alcohol and artificial fragrance free wipes also...

Fast Absorbing Toddler Diapers.
June 25, 2007... Unicharm has added "Moony-Man Sarara Magic M Size" a new medium-size baby diaper product for toddlers weighing 7-10kg to its extensive "Moony" product range. Features of the tab fastening diapers include an absorbent pad that rapidly wicks...

Fast Absorbing Incontinence Pads from Unicharm.
June 25, 2007... Unicharm has added "Lifree Chojikan Anshin Nyo Tori Pad (Hiru-yo Super)" a highly absorbent unisex incontinence pad for day time use with a large 540cc capacity enabling the user to go to the toilet up to 4 times before the pad requires...

Long Lasting Anti-Perspirant Deodorant for Men.
June 25, 2007... Kao has released "8x4 Men Deodorant Spray" a spray type anti-perspirant for men containing an antibacterial green tea deodorising extract in addition to a skin oil absorbing powder to keep the underarm area dry. Available in "Non-fragrance",...

Kao Add 2 Items to Nivea for Men Range.
June 25, 2007... Japanese cosmetics and home products giant Kao has announced the addition of 2 new products to its extensive "Nivea for Men" range. "Refresh Hydro Gel" - a non-greasy moisturising gel containing the hydration agent taurine. Ideal for...

2-Item Skin Care for Men.
June 25, 2007... Nagase Beauty Care has released "Dann for Men" a moisturising facial cleanser (Price: 2,000 yen) and Eau De Cologne (Price: 3,000 yen) skin care range specifically formulated for menfs skin.

High Density, Fine Bristle Toothbrush.
June 25, 2007... Kao has released "Puora Ha-brush" a manual toothbrush whose main characteristic is a compact head containing high density fine bristles with a tapering profile enabling them to reach in between the teeth to dislodge plaque and food particles....

1.6-Million Hertz Ultrasonic Toothbrush.
June 25, 2007... Toray Ailive has released "Ultima Choompa UT-610" a rechargeable ultrasonic toothbrush that produces a 1.6-million hertz vibration that not only dislodges plaque from the surface of the teeth but also destroys damaging bacterial chains within...

Manual Toothbrush with 2 Types of Ultra-Fine Bristles.
June 25, 2007... Johnson & Johnson has released "Reach Shishubyo Taisaku Alpha" a manual type toothbrush featuring 2 different types of ultra fine bristles to more effectively remove plaque. The sides of the bristles are provided with 2 different textured...

Pollen Allergy Suppressing Bath Additive.
June 25, 2007... Yamasaki has released "Kafunto" a teabag type bath additive formulated with a variety of herbal extracts including rosemary and 2 green tea extracts to suppress the effects of pollen. Also contains lavender and eucalyptus essential oils to help...

Herbal Aroma Relaxing Bath Spa.
June 25, 2007... Hakugen has released "Aroma Rich Spa" a herbal aroma bath additive containing a number of mineral additives which improve blood circulation to help keep the body warm to reduce susceptibility to chills and stiffness in cold, air conditioned...

Stick Type UV Filtering Foundation.
June 25, 2007... CP Cosmetics has released "Soigne UV Consider Face Protector P" a 2-in-1 high cover stick type foundation offering powerful SPF 38 PA+++ UV ray protection. The foundation is comprised of 3 different skin oil and perspiration resistant...

Blemish Lightening High Factor Sun Block.
June 25, 2007... Kao has released "Sofina Perfect UV Yakuyo Protect" a range of fragrance free high factor (SPF 50 PA+++) UV sun screen products for everyday use that effectively filter out both UV-A and UV-B rays. The perspiration and water resistant...

Skin Tone Brightening Sun Screen from Nivea-Kao.
June 25, 2007... Kao has released "Nivea Sun Protect Bright-Up Gel" a gel type sun screen (SPF 25 PA ++) for daily use formulated with skin tone enhancing "Bright Up" powder. Other main characteristics include the addition of an "Oil Control" powder that...

SPF 50 Beauty Milk from Kao.
June 25, 2007... Kao has added "UV Cut Milk SPF 50" a powerful milky lotion type sun screen formulated with a "3-D UV Cut " powder, "3-D ceramide complex" and eucalyptus extract moisturisers to its extensive "Sofina" skin care range. The smooth spreading...

Anti-Ageing UV Protection Range.
June 25, 2007... Elle International has begun the marketing of "Orlane Pure Sowan B21" a range of 5 anti-ageing sun screen products including a face and body cream and milk formulation, an after sun day and night cream and a rich body lotion. Price:...

Exclusive Powder Foundation & Concealer from Kao.
June 25, 2007... Kao has announced the addition of 2 new cosmetics products to its "Est" range available only from department stores. The products are:"Est Powder Makeup Optima White" - A fragrance free SPF 25 PA++ strength perspiration and skin oil...

UV Filtering Foundation for Women over 50.
June 25, 2007... Kao has announced the release of "2007 Nen Haru Grace Sofina Foundation" a smooth spreading powerful SPF 25 PA++ UV filtering high cover foundation formulated specifically for women over 50. Characteristics of the product include a...

Fine Fit Cosmetics Range from Kao.
June 25, 2007... Kao has announced the release of "2007-Nen Haru Sofina Fine-Fit" a cosmetics range that claims to help the skin look up to 5-years younger. Products in the range include:"Base Foundation UV Liquid Type" - A smooth spreading perspiration...