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

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

Hokuetsu Paper Mills Develops Resin-Like Paper Material.
May 25, 2004... Hokuetsu Paper Mills has developed a resin-like material that is made mostly of recycled paper. The product E Pellet is made of 55% recycled paper, 42% polypropylene and 3% additives. It has better flexibility and heat resistance than regular...

Matsushita Battery Packs New Oxylide Batteries in Biodegradable.
May 25, 2004... Matsushita Battery Industrial is using biodegradable plastic for a total of five battery packs withu@the addition of three types of packs for the new Panasonic Oxylide AA size alkaline dry cell.u@The packages, which feature such messages as...

CM Japan Launches Foodstuf Traceability System Service.
May 25, 2004... CM Japan has started a service to create and support operations of foodstuff traceability systems. Using the service, businesses can show consumers they are serious about quality control. The consumer can find information such as production...

AstraZeneca Changes Packaging of Xylocaine to Prevent Mistakes.
May 25, 2004... British pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca has changed the label of Tenteki-yo Xylocaine10% (10% xylocaine for IV drip infusion), a medication to treat irregular pulse. The new label has a warning not to inject the medicine fast. Usually 2%...

Lintec Has Thinnest Double-Sided Tape for Cell Phone Components.
May 25, 2004... Lintec's Tack Liner brand of tapes for high-tech uses has grown with the addition of TL-415S-06, a double-sided tape for attaching cell phone components. Starting with a 6-micrometer PET base film, the product as a whole is just 15 micrometers...

Kuraray, The Pack, Matsuura Develop Bag with Biodegradable Handle.
May 25, 2004... Using Kuraray's Plastarch biodegradable synthetic fiber, Kuraray, The Pack and Matsuura have created Biorope, an eco-friendly rope handle for paper bags. More and more paper bags are turning ecofriendly, but the handle has posed the biggest...

High-End Shampoos Hit The Market.
May 25, 2004... Kanebo Home Products, FT Shiseido and other manufacturers are rolling out new lines of high-end shampoos and related products. Kanebo Home Products features Resche, a line of six products that seek to fill in hollow spaces in the hair with a...

New Breed of Dog Foods for Older Pets.
May 25, 2004... Pet food manufacturers are offering new food choices for older dogs, using such ingredients as glucosamine for joint health and making the foods small or soft enough for fragile digestion systems. Iams Japan offers Koreikenyo Iams Senior...

Tammura Mac Machine Industry with New Series of Bottle Filler-Cappers.
May 25, 2004... Tamura Machine Industry has developed a new series of three fully automatic bottle filler-cappers with capacities of 700 to 1,100 bottles (1,100ml size) per hour. Each model in the so-called Filicapa series has gotten a capacity boost over...

Fabrica Toyama Bag Supplier and Filler for Powders and Loose Solids.
May 25, 2004... Fabrica Toyama has begun displaying the SP-8MS bag supplier and automatic filler for powders and loosely packed solids. The machine works at speeds of up to 50 bags per minute and comes with a number of mechanical innovations, such as a means...

Kose Recycling More Plastic Container Molding Scrap.
May 25, 2004... Kose is recycling more scrap from the plastic container molding process and using it in containers for less sensitive applications, such as carrying samples. The scrap trimmed away from molded containers can be made into new containers, thanks...

Shiseido Releases Foundation with UV Reflective Powder.
May 25, 2004... Shiseido has released a foundation product that contains the specially developed UV Cut SCZ Powder. The company has added UV ray reflection to the foundation to go with the function to control an enzyme that causes rough skin. UV Cut SCZ Powder...

Shiseido Develops Powder to Prevent Rough Skin.
May 25, 2004... Shiseido has developed Bihada Powder ("beautiful skin powder") that has the effect of making the skin look smooth. The spherical powder is coated with zinc oxide that controls an enzyme that causes rough skin. The spherical powder and zinc...

Nihon Yamamura a Glass Tech Yields Thin-Walled Bottles without Form Release Agent.
May 25, 2004... Nihon Yamamura Glass is making strong but lightweight glass bottles just 1.6 mm thick without the use of any form release agent in the molding process. That can greatly boost productivity since typically form release agent has to be applied...

Kawakami Sangyo Creates Bubble Sheet from Clear Polypropylene.
May 25, 2004... Kawakami Sangyo, manufacturer of the Puti Puti bubble sheet made of polyethylene, has introduced P4, a similar product made with polypropylene. That choice of material has two major advantages. First, it is more transparent than PE, and thus...

Kuraray Develops Softer Gas-Barrier Resin.
May 25, 2004... Kuraray, building on its long-established EVAL resin, has created a softer, more elastic version that will open up new markets. EVAL is a relatively hard plastic, thus limiting its applications in the food container market. The new version...

Microwave Steamer.
May 25, 2004... Suketa has released "Cook Zen" a versatile seaming pot designed specifically for microwave ovens that can be used to boil, steam and poach a wide variety of foods including fish, rice and even roast beef in considerably less time than...

Fast Recharging Nickel Oxide Batteries.
May 25, 2004... Hitachi Maxell has released "Dynamic 2300" fast recharging, long life AA size nickel oxide batteries and a dedicated battery recharging unit. Price: 4 x AA batteries and recharger = 5,000 yen.

Low Energy Towel Warmer.
May 25, 2004... Delongi Japan has recently released "SCS 90" a low energy consuming heated towel rail with an inbuilt safety device that keeps the temperature to below 50 degrees Celsius. Standing 98cm high the 6.1kg lightweight freestanding rail only...

Easy Fix Shelving System.
May 25, 2004... Toyo Kogei has released "Hyper Rack Okimakuri" a range of easy to fit shelves featuring an independently developed fixing system. Holes are first drilled into the wall at set intervals and the metal pin like fixing inserted. When the pins...

Relaxation Ball Point Pen.
May 25, 2004... Pentel has released "Healing Mix" a ballpoint pen with a tiny integrated motor that produces a minute vibration to help relaxation. The vibration, produced by a motor measuring 12mm in size, is passed on to the hand and has the effect of...

Industrial Raw Waste Processor.
May 25, 2004... Ace Koki has released "Eco Champion" a bio raw kitchen waste and scrap food processing unit that uses parasites for decomposition. According to the manufacturer, the device is 50% more efficient than conventional models and is able to...

Water Vacuum.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Japan International Commerce has released "Aqua Rosa" a bagless type lightweight vacuum cleaner that traps dust and dirt in a water filter. All air sucked into the body of the vacuum cleaner is first passed through a water...

Electronic Key Pad Car Immobilizer.
May 25, 2004... Altia has released "Onsei Guide Immobilizer" a smart-type voice-guided immobilizer that informs the driver of the operational condition and operation instructions of the device. The device also features an electronic keypad via which the...

Automatic Ladies Auto Flushing Device.
May 25, 2004... Asahi Tech Kogyo has released "Omoiyari" a compact ladies toilet flush and deodorising device. Measuring W: 210mm x H: 145mm, the device starts the sound of a gentle running brook as soon as someone sits on the seat and releases an aromatherapy...

Cordless Rechargeable Upright Floor Cleaner.
May 25, 2004... The electrical appliance manufacturer Zojirushi Mahobin has released "Hoki Cleaner Powerful Zokin" a lightweight rechargeable floor cleaner featuring 3 integrated brushes. Two fast revolving brushes located on the bottom of the device are...

Soft Light Candle Lamp.
May 25, 2004... Global Product Planning has released "Seboja Candle Holder" a hand-made frosted glass tea light holder measuring 12cm in diameter and 6cm high that produces a soft romantic glow. The rounded, onion shaped lights are available in 5 colours...

Rubber Pet Brush.
May 25, 2004... Biibon has released "Biibon Rubber Brush" a range of natural rubber grooming brushes for cats and dogs. The soft rubber nodules in the form of tapering cones gently removes older layers of hair that form an under coat under new hair growth...

Nutritional Cat Food for Older Pets.
May 25, 2004... Nesure Purina Pet Care has released "Friskies Dry 7-sai Ijo Neko No Support" a range of dry type nutritionally fortified cat food specifically for cats aged 7 years and above. Products in the range include "Vegetable Flavour" with a range...

Men Tell Luz what Fragrance They Want Women to Wear.
May 25, 2004... Luz has released fragrance Pink Typhoon (eau de toile spray, 55 ml, 5,400 yen). The product is in a pink package that evokes an image of a strong but gentle woman. The company developed the product after asking young men what fragrance they...

Car Audio System Cleaning Kit.
May 25, 2004... Louder has released "Cassette Cleaner XL 7600" a cleaning kit specifically designed for car audio systems comprising a head cleaner with a head cleaner fluid, 2-3 drops of which are sufficient to remove dust and grime build-up from the and help...

Window Glass Strengthening Film.
May 25, 2004... In response to the recent upsurge in crime in Japan, San Marco has released "Atsumi Tsuyoshi Kun" a transparent film designed to increase the strength of glass making it difficult to smash. The impact resistant film increases the time...

Hard Type Dish Washing Soap.
May 25, 2004... Osaka based Dream Vision has released "Kyoto Sekken Shokunin No Takumi Senzai" a hard type dishwashing detergent containing baby powder as one of its main constituents. The dishwashing sponge, etc. is simply rubbed over the surface of the...

100% Natural Indoor Insect Repellent Spray.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Seikatsu Art Club has released "Dani Kun Bye Bye" an indoor spray type insect repellent formulated with hiba [Japanese white cedar] and hinoki [Japanese cypress] distilled water to repel dust mites and fleas, etc. from bedding and...

Clothing Pollen Block.
May 25, 2004... Daisan has released "Kafun Block Spray" a spray product that prevents pollen and other allergy inducing particles from adhering to clothing fibres. The micro sized silica particles contained in the spray produce a membrane on the surface...

Handy Removable Plastic Kitchen Hooks.
May 25, 2004... Nitoms has released "Hagaseru Kitchen Sanitary Series" a range of 11 different plastic hooks and rings for holding towels and other kitchen implements that are attached to the wall using easy to remove double sided tape. The base of the...

Combined Direct Flame & Table Top Electric Pot.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Tescom has announced the release of "Grill Nabe GP 30" a 2 in 1 table top pot that can be used both on gas ranges and on a special electric table top hot plate with a 1200watt output. The pot, measuring 26cm in diameter and 8cm...

Bamboo Fibre Wash Towel.
May 25, 2004... Nafa Seikatsu Kenkyujo has recently released "Takefu Body & Face Wash Towel" a body andface wash cloth set made entirely from nonbleached bamboo fibre. Intended for those with sensitive skin, the fine, gauze-like soft fibres of the bamboo...

Chic Indoor Thermometer Stand.
May 25, 2004... Japanese crystal manufacturer HOYA has released "Monolith" a range of simple yet stylish upright crystal clock, thermometer and hygrometer (For measuring humidity) stands featuring 1, 2 or 3 round inset dials. Available in 3 types: "Clock...

Waterless Finger Tip Moistener.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Plus has released "Mekuru Aloe In" a finger moistening pad designed to help turn over sheets of paper containing moisturising aloe extract and collagen instead of water. Price: 250 yen.

Soft Aloe Lotion Tissues.
May 25, 2004... Crecia has released "Kleenex Aloe Lotion Tissue" a tissue paper product featuring a soft, moisturising aloe coating on both sides of the paper. The coating helps prevent the nose from becoming red due to frequent wiping, etc. and is ideal for...

Swimming Trunk Diaper.
May 25, 2004... Daio Seishi has released "Goon Swimming Pants" disposable unisex diapers for toddlers and babies that can be used as swimming trunks. The durable and waterproof diapers are suitable for use in both swimming pools and seawater and quickly...

Microwaveable Foot Warming Pads.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Berusante has released "Pokka Poka Pillow" a reusable foot warming pad made of a soft gel type heat retaining agent that is heated in the microwave oven. The multi purpose pad measuring W: 18cm x L: 23cm H: 5cm is simply heated...

2 in 1 Eye Wash Tooth Brush.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Aun has released "Eye Refresher" a battery operated device featuring both an eyewash and a toothbrush attachment. Eye wash fluid is simply placed in the cup like eye wash attachment and placed over the eye. When the switch is...

Eye Exercising Mask.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Nawari Shoji has released "Pasonet Eye Super" an eye mask designed to exercise the eyes to help strengthen the muscles around the periphery of the eye and help in the prevention of myopia, astigmatism and other eye disorders. ...

Kitchen Waste Processor.
May 25, 2004... Nagano Prefecture based precision machinery manufacturer Izumi Seiki Seisakujo has released "Clean Carat" a cylindrical shaped kitchen waste processing device that first particularises the scraps before reducing their bulk by drying them. ...

Ion Type Car Deodoriser.
May 25, 2004... Denso has announced the release of "Iontera" a stylish automobile deodorising device that produces both negative and positively charged ions. The compact device measuring 66mm in diameter and 150mm high fits neatly into conventional cup...

Moving Picture Frame.
May 25, 2004... Osaka based Maimu Sogei has released "Multi Kahen Photo Frame" a stylish photo frame with a transparent convex lens cover that makes the picture look as if it is floating in the air. Size: 15cm x 15cm x Width: 2.6cm. Price: 2,800 yen (A mini...

Winnie the Pooh Zip Lock Box.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Asahi Kasei Life & Living has released "Ziploc Container Kuma No Pooh-San" a versatile range of plastic containers featuring an airtight ziploc seal mechanism and a cute Winnie the Pooh design. Suitable for freezing and heating...

Wet Finger Print Reader.
May 25, 2004... Meiko Shokai has announced the release of "MS Without You" a fingerprint recognition device for computers, etc. capable of recognising wet or perspiration covered fingers. Designed to prevent computers from being used by unauthorised...

Ankle Sprain Supporter.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Aru Care has released "Regard Ankle Guard Short" a short length ankle guard specifically designed to prevent ankle sprains caused by the ankle flexing inwards. The guard features a flexible supporting mechanism that does not...

Giant Redwood Mini Green House.
May 25, 2004... Form has released "Mini Green House" a set for making a green house environment ideal for growing 3 different types of Californian native giant redwood varieties including "Coast Redwood" and Giant Sequoia". The set includes redwood seeds,...

Window Glass Insulation Spray.
May 25, 2004... Sekuto Kagaku has released "Samui No Heru Heru Power Up 400" a spray type glass insulator that produces a special transparent membrane across the window pane, helping to prevent the occurrence of condensation. The spray also contains a...

CD Surface Scratch Repair Device.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Landport has begun the retailing of "Game Doctor" the latest in the "Skip Doctor" series of CD and DVD scratch repair and cleaning devices. The surface of the disc is uniformly polished and scratches removed by rotating a...

Pressur Point Pen.
May 25, 2004... Osaka based Kutsuwa has released "Doctor Ion Kenko Shiatsu Pen" a pen featuring a top that can be used to stimulate the pressure points in the palm of the hand or shoulder to relieve stress. The top also features a powerful neodymium magnet...

Body Support Pillow.
May 25, 2004... Visco Float has announced the release of "Visco Float Body Support Pillow" an elongated cylindrical shaped pillow designed to support the whole body while sleeping. Made from a breathable, highly durable yet soft and flexible base...

Oxygen Enhancer.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Sports Style has released "Oasis 02" a US made device that increases the body's oxygen levels. The device first creates an internal air pressure 1.2 to 1.3 bars higher than normal air pressure. Next, purified air is then pumped...

240 Watt High Power Camping Lantern.
May 25, 2004... Snow Peak has released "Giga Power WG Lantern" a high powered 240 Watt camping lantern that can provide up to 4 hours of consecutive light from a single 520ml gas cylinder. The lantern, measuring 37cm in height when in use, features its own...

New Cosmeceutical Products from Coca-Cola (Japan) and Shiseido.
May 25, 2004... Coca-Cola (Japan) and Shiseido have jointly developed two new cosmeceutical products and started marketing them on April 21. The products comprise a drink called Aroma Works Body Style Water and a body lotion called Aroma Works Body Stylish...

Slip Stopping Odour Eating Shoe Pads.
May 25, 2004... Sanshin Gomu Shokai has released "Puchi Heart Attaka Type" cute heart shaped silicone pads that are attached to the toe area inside shoes and boots, etc. to prevent the foot from slipping when walking. The soft silicone pads also reduce...

Barking Intruder Deterrent.
May 25, 2004... Osaka based Asahi Denki Kasei has released "Timer Shiki Dog Voice" an intruder deterrent device that emits the realistic sound of a dog barking at regular intervals. The compact device measuring 16cm in height and formed in the shape of a...

Ultraviolet Light Ink.
May 25, 2004... Daio Seisakujo has announced the development of a unique ink containing a special fluorescent agent that is only visible under ultraviolet light. According to the manufacturer, the ink only becomes visible under ultraviolet light with a...

Grey Hair Colour for Men.
May 25, 2004... Henkel Lion Cosmetics has released "Mister Paon Mens Collection" a range of 3 easy to apply gray hair colour dyes specifically designed for men. The products which include a shampoo are designed to be able to be applied with a minimum of fuss...

Tooth Whitening Brush.
May 25, 2004... CB Japan has released "Dentio Whitening Kit" a tooth whitening kit consisting of a specially designed brush with a silicone head. Used in exactly the same way as a conventional toothbrush, the silicone head gently removes coffee, tea and...

New Toothpaste for Kids from Lion.
May 25, 2004... "Clinica Lion Kid's" from Lion is a toothpaste for kids. It contains dextranase and a tooth cleaning scrub which remove plaque effectively and sodium fluoride which promotes recalcification and prevents the occurrence and progression of tooth...

Collagen Capsule.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Exbeaute has released "Micro Collagen Derma Revive" a beauty nutritional supplement consisting of micro sized particles of collagen in a capsule form. The collagen dissolves into the blood stream and is transported throughout...

Naris Up Cosmetics Expands "Gupitats" Series.
May 25, 2004... Naris Up Cosmetics has added new items to its "Gupitats" series of functional foods containing konjak mannan (glucomannan) to control hanger. The line is targeted at young women who are embarrassed if their stomachs make growing noises during...

Whitening and Anti-Aging Cosmetics from Shiseido.
May 25, 2004... Shiseido has released White Up Pact (six colors, with foundation case, open price) and White Protect Base (two kinds, 25 g each, open price) from the Benefique brand. They have improved UV protection and makeup and skincare performance. White...

Shiseido Launches Cosmetics Products that Give Face 3D Effect.
May 25, 2004... Shiseido has launched cosmetic products that make the face look more three dimensional. The items, sold under the Proudia brand, include a new solid emulsified foundation, Forming Aqua Pact UV (refill, seven colors, 3,200 yen each, case 1,000...

Shiseido Powder Cover Pores and Oily Skin.
May 25, 2004... Shiseido has released a clear foundation for troubled parts of the face. Shiseido Matte Scope (12 g, 3,000 yen) contains spherical powders that can diffuse light and absorb sebum. It contains about twice as much powder than earlier products but...

New Additive Free Makeup Base from Fancl.
May 25, 2004... "Belmeil Skin Care Base Oil Control" from Fancl is an additive-free makeup base which protects the skin from external stimuli, covers pores and leads to smooth, fine-textured skin. Oil free. It has cleared the non-comedogenic test for people...

New Additive Free Foundation from Fancl.
May 25, 2004... "Belmeil Liquid Foundation" from Fancl is an additive-free liquid foundation featuring a formulation based on skin care principles. It regulates the moisture balance in the skin and produces natural-looking skin, reducing shininess and covering...

Shiseido Releases New Sunscreen Products from Anessa Brand.
May 25, 2004... Shiseido has released Perfect UV Sunscreen (Gold Anessa, SPF 50+, PA+++, 60 ml, 3,000 yen; 25 ml, 1,500 yen) and Perfect Smooth Sunscreen (Silver Anessa, SPF 50+, PA+++, 60 ml, 3,000 yen; 25 ml, 1,500 yen). Both products contain UV-ray...

New Sunscreen Product from Yakult Cosmetics.
May 25, 2004... "Poshmama Sara-Sara Sunscreen Super" from Yakult Cosmetics is a milk type waterproof antisunburn product for working mothers. It protects the skin from strong UV rays (SPF50/PA+++), can be used not only for the face but also for the body and...

Fragrant Natural Ingredient Bath Oil.
May 25, 2004... Tokyo based Najaperene has released "Aqua Vital Bath Oil" a range of highly fragrant artificial additive free bath oils. The ingredients naturally separate inside the bottle producing a colourful layered effect. Varieties include: "Lemon"...

Edo Period Skin Beauty Products.
May 25, 2004... Osaka based Baison has released "Gokuraku Yuro" 2 skin beautifying bath additives popular among Japanese women during the Edo period (1568-1867). The first product "Tsubaki" [Camellia] consists of an oil and Chinese citron based additive...

Hay y Fever Symptom Reducing Bath Additive.
May 25, 2004... Osaka based Nissan Sekken has released "Hana Sokai Susuru Nyuyokuzai" an aroma therapy type foaming bath additive formulated with peppermint and eucalyptus oil to clear the nasal passages of pollen and other allergy inducing particles. Also...

Natural Ingredient Liquid Hand Soap.
May 25, 2004... Moncrail has released "Moncrail Aroma Hand Soap" a range of 7 floral scented and gentle cleansing hand soap products formulated with natural plant essence moisturisers. Suitable for use in the bathroom, kitchen and toilet. Fragrances include:...

Himalaya Rock Salt Bath Additive.
May 25, 2004... Katsuako has released "Himalayan Ogonyoku" a bath additive containing red salt from the Himalayas. So called red salt, formed some 4 billion years ago at the bottom of the sea before being thrust up by the geological activity that formed...

Bath Water Purifier.
May 25, 2004... Kimura Kogyo has released "Ofuro No Shoshu Numeri Nashi" a device containing silver ions designed to prevent bath water from becoming stagnant. Japanese baths feature an independent water heater that keeps the water in the tub at a...

High Grade Charcoal & Plant Extract Facial Soap.
May 25, 2004... Masudaya has released "Bincho Monogatari Maseron Sengan Sekken" a facial soap product made from high quality charcoal and 6 different varieties of pure plant essences. The micro size and highly porous particles of specially produced...

Rich Lathering Creamy Soap.
May 25, 2004... Attenir has released "Creamy Soap Silk In" a moisturising facial beauty soap containing a 50% vegetable moisturising agent base. The soap produces a fine whipped cream like lather that gently yet thoroughly cleanses the skin without...

New Bath Additive from D-Fit.
May 25, 2004... D-Fit has launched two new bath salt products. "Hachimitsu-to Tonyu-to Yokuinin-no Yu" contains honey, soybean milk and adley and moisturizes the skin. "Chosen Ninjin Reishi-no Yu" includes Korean ginseng and "reishi" (A medicinal mushroom -...

Skin Moisturising Soap & Bath Additive Range.
May 25, 2004... H+B Life Science has released "Bihada Honke" a skin moisturising soap and bath additive both formulated with trehalose (A moisturising saccharide) and collagen derived from marine sources. The bath additive features the delicate scent of the...