Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan articles from March 2004

Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan archives from March 2004

Cosmetics Sales in 2003 by Sales Route.
March 25, 2004... Shukan Shogyo, a major Japanese cosmetics and toiletries journal publisher, has announced that the estimated cosmetics sales in 2003 totaled 3,341,025 million yen on a retail basis, up 0.3% over 2002. As for sales by route, cosmetics...

Cosmetics Shipment Totals of 150 Firms by Distribution Channel in 2003.
March 25, 2004... According to a survey conducted by Shukan Shyogo, total cosmetics shipments of 150 companies by distribution channel in 2003 reached 2,065,225.2 million yen, up 1.0% over 2002. When one company sells its cosmetic products through three...

Japanese Cosmetics Distribution Channels.
March 25, 2004... The distribution channel of cosmetics in Japan is summarized as follows: (1) Franchised System = Maker - Its own Sales Company - Contract Retail Store (Chain Store) - Consumer (2) Door-to-Door Sales = Maker - (Sales Company and Dealer) - Sales...

Total Number of New Cosmetic Products Introduced in 2003.
March 25, 2004... Shukan Shogyo has announced the total number of new cosmetic products introduced in 2003. Compared to 2002, the total number rose 0.9% to 8211 and the average retail price increased 0.8% to 2902 yen. New products included new shades, new...

Japan's Cosmetics Sales in 2003 (January-December).
March 25, 2004... According to the statistics compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan's total cosmetics sales value increased 0.8% to 1,445,918 million yen on a shipment basis and total sales volume rose 1.0% to 397,787,660 kilograms on a...

Sales of Soap & Detergents in 2003 (January December).
March 25, 2004... According to the statistics compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the total sales volume of soap and detergents in 2003 rose 0.3% to 1,805,150 tons and the total sales value decreased 4.7% to 458,582 million yen from the...

Masks from Lion, FT Shiseido and Others Shut out Pollen.
March 25, 2004... Lion has released Kafun Hakai Mask & Wet Filter (three sets of filters and nonwoven masks, about 500 yen). It contains a weak alkaline solution to break down pollen and smectite to deactivate allergens. The moist filter also helps keep the...

Intense Competition to Sell Whitening Products.
March 25, 2004... SS Pharmaceutical developed the market for whitening products in 1998 by releasing Hi-chioru C as a treatment for dark spots and freckles on the skin. The market is currently growing about 10% a year and the competition now includes major...

Sony CP Laboratories Adds Provitamin C to Anti-Aging Cosmetics.
March 25, 2004... Sony CP Laboratories has added provitamin C to its anti-aging cosmetics in order to target active oxygen, said to damage DNA and promote cell aging. Using a device to measure skin aging, the company has confirmed that provitamin C controls...

Kawasumi Chemical Increases Production of physiological Salt Solution for Kidney Dialysis.
March 25, 2004... Kawasumi Chemical is increasing its production of the 1300 ml physiological salt solution pack Ka-mi Pack Seiri Shokueneki L. The solution is used to push air out from the dialyzer and the tube before dialysis treatment and at the end, it is...

Mitsubishi Plastics Industries Strengthens Vacuum Coated Film Line Techbarrier.
March 25, 2004... The Techbarrier line of SiOx vacuum coated film continues to sell well, and manufacturer Mitsubishi Plastics Industries has recently unrolled two new PET-based types, the L and LQ. Both may be used for boiling sanitizing and some retort...

CKK PE Tamper-Evident Film Bag for Storing Valuables.
March 25, 2004... Nagoya-based CKK produces Hirakern, a PE film bag with a special adhesive that makes the bag impossible to reopen without damage to the bag. The main body of the bag and a flap attached with a perforated line each bear a serial number. The flap...

Kansai Kobunshi Kogyo Anti-Static Film without Additives.
March 25, 2004... Kansai Kobunshi Kogyo is marketing a new film made of resin with natural properties to discourage the buildup of static electricity. Although the film contains no additives, it resists static buildup semi-permanently. The multilayer film is...

Miyoshi Oil & Fat Resin Allows Thickness Increases at Room Temperature.
March 25, 2004... The Landy PL biodegradable resin from Miyoshi Oil & Fat allows engineers to increase film thickness at temperatures as low as 20 degrees C. That is in contrast to more typical temperatures of 55 degrees C and above. Developed with an eye to...

Matsushita Battery Industrial Releases Battery in Eco-Friendly Package.
March 25, 2004... Matsushita Battery Industrial has released Home Pack with 16 AA batteries in four smaller packs of four, packaged in a clear rhomboid shaped case. The company decided to use recycled PET bottles for the clear packages. One ordinary PET bottle...

Matsushita Electric Works Releases New Type Visual Sensor.
March 25, 2004... Matsushita Electric Works has released Light Pix AE10, a visual sensor that is suitable for simple inspection such as impurities checks and basic positioning. The product uses the company's visual sensing technology and it has three functions...

Takahara Corporation Sells Antibacterial Anti-Mold Spray Product.
March 25, 2004... Takahara Corporation sells antibacterial and anti-mold spray Sun Light Hikari Killer Spray. The product is a spray for coating that uses photocatalytic titanium oxide powder with silver metal. These two substances enhance each other's...

Felissimo Starts Using Special PE Bag for Online Order Food Products.
March 25, 2004... Felissimo, a major online retail company, has started using special PE bags for its online food orders. This special PE bag uses Ecorosen ABSZ film with special ceramics that release near-infrared rays indefinitely, ionize the content and...

Takara Develops Product Labels without Backing Sheet.
March 25, 2004... Takara has developed a label product without a backing sheet, Liner Free Label (50,000 yen for 20,000 labels measuring 50mm x 50mm). The product comes as a roll like tape. With this product it is possible to eliminate the cost of disposing of...

Ishida Pillow Packer Covers Range of Jobs.
March 25, 2004... Ishida has rolled out Astro, a vertical pillow packing machine that covers the full range of processes from weighing to packing. The product is based on machines that have sold well overseas but have not previously been available in Japan....

Deep-Sea Water Liquid Condiment.
March 25, 2004... Tenen has released "Amami No Nigari Mizu Shio" a spray type liquid condiment consisting of unreconstructed mineral rich deep-sea water which enhances the flavour of the food yet contains 1/4 the sodium levels of conventional table salt. Price:...

Fever Reducing Belt.
March 25, 2004... Tokyo based Human Support has released "Dr. BC Body Rescue Belt" a belt with jelly cooling pads which under the arms and round the back of the neck to help in the reduction of fevers. The gel cooling pads, which are pre-chilled in the...

Static Electricity Remover.
March 25, 2004... Pentel has released "Miel'n B" a small key fob size device that discharges static electricity from objects eliminating the risk of painful shock. The device uses the built up static electricity to light up a photograph or drawing, etc.,...

Nose Bridge Piece Mark Prevention Pad.
March 25, 2004... Ichii Sangyo has released "Megane Ato Boshi Pad" a pad consisting of fine felt with an adhesive surface on one side that is affixed to the nose piece of the glasses to prevent them from leaving pressure marks on both sides of the nose....

Led Compact Mirror Light.
March 25, 2004... Asahi Denki has released "Erupa LED Compact Mirror Light" consisting of a compact mirror case with an integrated white light LED that automatically turns on when the case is opened enabling makeup to be applied in poorly lit areas such as...

Nozzle Cup.
March 25, 2004... Ohno Sangyo has released "Raku Raku Gokkun Soup Ocha Yoh" a polycarbonate cup featuring a drinking nozzle designed for the infirm or elderly for drinking soups, tea and other hot liquids. A convenient flow adjustment device which can be...

Integrated Spirit Level Concrete Trowel.
March 25, 2004... Ito has released "Koterebe" a concrete and plaster trowel with 2 spirit levels (For both vertical and horizontal) integrated into the handle. Made from lightweight and durable polycarbonate construction, the trowel is ideal for smoothing...

Bath Tub Light.
March 25, 2004... Ban Presto has released "Bath Palette" a unique battery operated egg shaped light that is placed into the bath water and releases over 10 different coloured lights over time to brilliantly illuminate the water. The light is produced by a...

Baby Noodle Cutter.
March 25, 2004... Nagoya based Papa Gino has begun the marketing of "Mama Mo Anshin Noodle Cutter" a scissors like implement designed to cut noodles into 1cm lengths. Made from heat resistant polypropylene, the scissors are free of hormones and other...

Aromatic Message Cards.
March 25, 2004... Osaka based Gothic has released "Nioi Gami Kaori No Message Card" a range of greeting cards made from Japanese rice paper containing a strip of paper impregnated with aromatic essential herbal oils. Available in 8 different types. Price: 300...

Pain Relieving Patch Applicator.
March 25, 2004... Asahi Denki Kasei has released "Shippu Hari Hitori De Petanko" an ingenious device made of ABS resin that enables the user to apply the muscular pain relief heating and cooling patches to areas on the back, etc. where the hands are unable to...

Tooth Grinding Mouth Guard.
March 25, 2004... Osaka based Medical Databank has announced the release of "Hagishiri Kun" an EVA resin mouth guard designed to prevent the grinding of the teeth during sleep. The mouth guard is first softened in hot water and pressed against the lower...

Stiff Shoulder Prevention Items.
March 25, 2004... Ichimura Kogyo has released "Beans Cure" a heart shaped magnet device attached to the straps of the bra which releases a strong magnetic field to help relieve stiff neck and shoulders. The ultra thin device containing a ferrite magnet...

Non-Slip Mat.
March 25, 2004... Nanako has released "Tomarun Desu" a versatile acrylic resin non-slip mat designed to stop carpets and rugs from moving on polished floors. The mat can be cut with conventional scissors and placed on car dashboards, etc. to stop loose...

6 Level Filter Face Mask.
March 25, 2004... Balsante has released "Barrier 99" a high function non-woven face mask featuring 6 integrated filters that is commonly used in both Japan and US hospitals. The mask features a 6 layer filter comprised of alternate layers of a non-woven...

One Hand Toilet Paper Dispenser.
March 25, 2004... Kikuron has released "Jog Katate De Paper" a toilet paper holder that enables the toilet paper to be torn off with one hand. The device contains an integrated cutter blade made of a safe, soft material that cleanly cuts the paper to the...

Heel Moisturising Pad.
March 25, 2004... Akaishi has released "Kakato Shittori Hogo Pad" a thin gel type formed pad which fits snugly to the heel that both reduces impact when walking while re-hydrating dry, damaged skin at the same time. The pad contains a natural rose hip oil...

Court Shoe Insole for Women.
March 25, 2004... Osaka based Saromon & Tailor Made have released a court shoe insert with the high functionality of a sports shoe type. The insert features both arch and anti pronation support while providing the foot with cushioning from impact. Available...

Vitamin & Mineral Rich Plant Supplement.
March 25, 2004... Hojuen has released "Shokubutsu Yoh Supplement Shokubutsu Kenko Oendan" a nutritional indoor pot plant supplement containing a wide variety of essential vitamins and minerals. Contained in the large granule type product are: Calcium (for...

Intruder Light and Video Recording System.
March 25, 2004... Toyo Exterior has released "Sensor Light Camera" an intruder alarm which produces both an audible alarm and activates a powerful light to enable the activity of the intruder to be recorded on video. The system consists of an externally...

Light up Timer Clock.
March 25, 2004... Tokyo based World Pioneer has released "Pipa" an easy to operate digital timer with 3 alarm functions - Beep noise, flashing light and a combination of both. The front of the timer consists of digit buttons arranged around a simple 2-digit...

Heat Resistant Glass Measuring Cups.
March 25, 2004... Hario Glass has released Akiko's Cooking Measure Aji Jiman" a range of kitchen measuring cups made from hardened heat resistant glass and named after the popular Japanese celebrity chef and culinary expert Akiko Nakayama. Available in 200ml and...

10 Second Digital Thermometer.
March 25, 2004... Omron Health Care has released "Kenon-Kun MC-612" an electronic digital thermometer capable of providing a reading of the core body temperature within 10 seconds (Compared to the 10 minutes usually required when measuring the temperature under...

New Deodorant Liner and Soft Fit Shorts.
March 25, 2004... Kao has launched "Freeday Deodorant Liner" - new deodorant liner for adult women that features quick absorption, dry feeling, and deodorization by the active carbon sheet and green tea extract. Four sizes are available: (1) 20 Sheets: 2mm...

FT Shiseido Sells Functional Masks.
March 25, 2004... FT Shiseido has released Block It brand masks to prevent pollen, harmful microorganisms and chemicals from entering the body. The filter uses a very thin electrically charged fiber to catch pollen, and Ag Colloid blocks harmful microorganisms....

Menthol Scented Nose Q-Tips.
March 25, 2004... Tokyo based Retrust Japan has released "Hana Sokai" a Q-tip for cleansing the nasal passage comprised of menthol impregnated silicone wound into the cotton tip. The large size tips are the ideal size for cleansing and relieving blocked...

Minato Pharmaceutical Sells High-Function Mask.
March 25, 2004... Minato Pharmaceutical sells a high-function mask product, Medical Kokin Mask SM-99EX (two masks, 400 yen). The product uses an exceptional filter that shuts out over 99% of particles of size 0.1 microns or greater, which includes Japanese cedar...

High Output Camping Stove.
March 25, 2004... Iwatani Primus has released "Primus P-153 Ultra Burner" a foldout type gas bottle camping stove attachment with a maximum output of 3,600 kilo calories - approximately double that of conventional burners. Weighing 110g, the palm size...

Negative Ion Emitting Wall Paper.
March 25, 2004... Gantan Beauty Kogyo has released "Seseragi" a functional olefin wall paper product featuring a garnet and ceramic coating that reacts with air and moisture to release negatively charged ions said to be beneficial to general mental well being....

Powerful, Low Noise Vacuum Cleaner.
March 25, 2004... Mitsubishi Denki has released "TC-BC10P" a powerful yet low noise compact type vacuum cleaner. The device features a specially designed blower motor which combined with a smoother internal wind flow structure produces a powerful 600W of...

Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor.
March 25, 2004... Omron Health Care has released "Omron Digital Jido Ketsuatsukei HEM-650" a wrist type blood pressure measuring device with an integrated sensor that ensures the wrist is in the correct position for optimum accuracy. To obtain an accurate...

Azuma Kogyo Releases Non-fogging Glasses Mask and Pollen Repelling Spray.
March 25, 2004... Azuma Kogyo has released a mask product that does not make eyeglasses foggy: Megane Kumoranai Mask 5P AZ961 (five masks, open price). The product can change shape to fit to one's nose and also it has a sheet that keeps warm breath from leaking...

Utena Launches Pollen Protection Mask Using Graft Technology.
March 25, 2004... Utena has launched Dr. Mask (a pollen protection mask with two filters, six colors, 1200 yen). A positive electric charge is added to the filter of the product using graft technology. The charge adsorbs pollen that have negative electric...

New Foot Care Items.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "Simplity Foot Care SERIES" - new "Non-slip Water Insoles" and "Keratin Smoothener" that create attractive bare feet. Stick them on mules and sandals. Trendy, no slippery, no pain and suffering from shoe-sore, corn and bad...

Dog Appetite Stimulator.
March 25, 2004... Tokyo based Magic Japan has released "Osakana Spray" a nutritious fish flavoured spray product containing bonito, mackerel and crab shell extract designed to be sprayed over the dog's food to stimulate its appetite. The artificial additive...

Hybrid Room Humidifier.
March 25, 2004... Zojirushi Mahobin has released "Bybrid Shiki Kashitsuki" an energy efficient room humidifier combining both a heating and a vaporising system. The device works by spraying heated water on to a wet type filter while simultaneously blowing...

Powder Laundry Detergent for Babies.
March 25, 2004... Japanese baby product manufacturer Pigeon has released "Pigeon Omutsu Hadagi Arai" a phosphorous, fluorescence, colouring and fragrance free powder type laundry detergent specifically formulated to protect sensitive baby skin. The fast...

New Liquid Detergent.
March 25, 2004... Kao has launched "Liquid New Beads Wash & Care" - new type of liquid detergent to reduce damages on clothes and to remove tough stains. "Gentle Care Essence" ingredient prevents the clothes from tangle, keeps the clothes in good shape without...

New Dishwashing Detergent.
March 25, 2004... Kao has launched Family Kyukyutto Dishwashing Detergent which removes dirt swiftly immediately upon rinsing. New cleaning ingredient Micro Wash dissolves greasy dirt into minute particles. Dishwashing detergent performs super cleaning power....

New Cleaning Sheet for Carpet.
March 25, 2004... Kao has launched "Allerclean Cleaning Sheet for Carpet (Wet Type)" - new cleaning sheet for easy removal of minute dust particles and waste generated by mites, which are hard to eliminate simply by vacuuming or airing bedding. It features: (1)...

2 in 1 Flooring Polish & Cleaner.
March 25, 2004... Osaka based Ueki has released "Super Orange Flooring Yoh Cleaner" a spray type 2 in 1 flooring cleaner and polish formulated with orange oil. The cleanser is simply sprayed directly onto the flooring surface and wiped over once with a soft...

Slide Type Interdent Brush.
March 25, 2004... Osaka based Ikemoto Brush Kogyo has released "DoSlide Five" a compact retractable type "Interdent" toothbrush product designed to cleanse between the teeth. The device features an antibacterial processed nylon brush attached to a thin wire...

Plaque Attack Toothbrush.
March 25, 2004... Osaka based oral hygiene product manufacturer Jacks has released "Dental Pro My Dioctor Brush" a toothbrush featuring bristles with a diamond shaped cross section for improved plaque removal. Compared with conventional round shaped...

Clay Toothpaste.
March 25, 2004... Tokyo based Sera Pure has released "Dental Clay" a toothpaste product containing bentonite a mineral found in clay that removes tartar build up while improving the tooth's absorption of calcium - essential in the maintenance of healthy teeth...

Cross Action Electronic Toothbrush.
March 25, 2004... Gillette Japan has released "Braun Oral B Cross Action Power" a battery operated electronic toothbrush with a slim line grip and a unique cross bristle alignment that improves tartar and plaque removal. The head of the brush vibrates side...

Diaper Bin Deodoriser.
March 25, 2004... TOTO has released "Ohisama Fukkatsu Dasshuzai Omutsu No Gomi Bako Yoh" a used diaper receptacle deodorising agent. The product consists of three types of fibrous activated charcoal sheets containing a light catalyst which is attached to the...

1 Year Refrigerator Freshener.
March 25, 2004... Hakugen has released "Ichi Nen Dasshu Non-Smell" a refrigerator deodoriser containing charcoal that remains effective for up to 1 year. The product is comprised of a natural activated coconut palm shell charcoal, bamboo charcoal and a...

Strawberry Mint Scented Toilet Deodoriser.
March 25, 2004... ST Chemicals has released "Toilet No Shoshu Ryoku Strawberry Mint" a liquid type toilet deodoriser containing natural plant extracts and featuring a sweet strawberry mint aroma. Each 400ml bottle lasts from 2 to 3 months. A room deodoriser and...

Corsage Type Room Freshener.
March 25, 2004... Osaka based Dai Nippon Joshukiku has released "Clean Flow Hana No Kaori Ever White" a unique room air freshener product featuring a corsage type decoration in a hand made rattan basket. Available in a soft green citrus fragrance. Price: 130ml =...

New Hair Bleach.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "Lucido-L Prism Magic Hair Bleach" (quasi-medical product) - a new hair bleach combined with bright hair color and good texture. It contains hair care agents to protect hair damage from bleach and is formulated to produce...

New Hair Color.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "Lucido-L Prism Magic Hair Color" (quasi-medical product) - Two neo-natural colors (Sweet Chai Beige and Cinnamon Natural) added to "Prism Magic Hair Color Series". It contains cationic surfactant and 5 other hair care...

New Glossy Hair Water.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "Lucido-L Glossy Hair Water" - a new hair water that makes hair superbly shiny and smooth natural hair finish. It combines with pearl shiny ingredient "Shiny Water". The transparent gloss veil is an accent of coloring. It...

New Hair Wax.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "LUCIDO-L Wax SERIES" - four (4) new items in "Lucido-L Wax Series" for trendy style and good texture. They help creating the desired shape and texture. 4 items are (1) "Airy Styling Hair Wax" (50g) containing hair care...

New Damaged Hair Treatment.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "LUCIDO-L Treatment SERIES" - three (3) new items for damaged hair from "Lucido-L Hair Treatment Series". "Power of oil" fully repairs damaged hair that is dry, stiff and/or spreading. It contains hair care ingredient (soy...

Medicated Anti-Dandruff Spray.
March 25, 2004... Nagoya based Dariya has released "Fukemin Yakuyo Tohi Lotion" a moisturising spray on anti dandruff lotion formulated with the active ingredient isopropyl-methylphenol and refreshing menthol that spreads evenly over the scalp without leaving a...

New Collagen Hair Care Product from Lissage.
March 25, 2004... Lissage has released three new items from hair treatment brand Vogne. The items are Treatment Essence Hair Color (cream type, 45 g of first agent, 45 g of second agent and 20 ml of damage protector, 1800 yen), For Color Shampoo (400 ml, 2000...

FT Shiseido Launches Shampoo/Conditioner Products with Fruit and Floral Fragrances.
March 25, 2004... FT Shiseido has launched shampoo products Tessera Koi Cologne Shampoo/Conditioner in varieties Ichikoro Berry and Chiyahoha Cherry (200 ml, 300 each; 600 ml, 800 yen each). The products are targeted at middle and high school girls. Ichikoro...

New Hair Styling Wax.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "GATSBY Styling Wax Power Fiber Type" - a new free and easy styling wax for wild hair from "GATSBY Styling Series". It contains fiber agent that can treat any wild hair and any length of hair. Refreshing citrus scent. The...

New Esthetic Hair Color.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "GATSBY Hair Esthetic Color" (quasi-drug product) - new esthetic hair color. It contains hair care treatment factor (cationic polymer) that repairs damaged hair. Three-Application set can create a subdued tone, not overly...

New Natural Bleach & Color.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched new "GATSBY Natural Bleach & Color" (quasi- drug product) - Two (2) line-up (popular darkish tone and beige tone) adding to "GATSBY Natural Bleach & Color". It contains special treatment agent to make hair soft and smooth...

New EX Deodorant Paper.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "GATSBY EX Deodorant Paper" (quasi- drug product) - new EX deodorant paper with double antiperspirant content (compared to former Mandom product). It fully wipes off sweat, controls odor for many hours, refreshes with...

New Deodorant Powder Spray.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "GATSBY Deodorant Power Spray Aqua Fruity" (quasi-drug product) - new addition to "Deodorant Powder Spray Series". It reduces stickiness, keeps your skin utterly smooth and dry and combines with polyphenol extract...

New Light Cologne.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "GATSBY Shower Fresh" - a new light cologne transformed to showering sensation from "Light Cologne Series". It attracts young people with trendy scents and newly designed bottle. Four scents: Aqua Musk, Ocean Citrus, Gran...

New Lip Stick for UV Care.
March 25, 2004... Mandam has launched "GATSBY Medicated Water In Lip UV Type" (quasi- drug product) - a new lip stick for UV care with light sensation that leaves no whiteness from "GATSBY Lipstick Series". It protects lips from UV rays. Refreshing citrus scent....