Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan articles from October 2006

Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan archives from October 2006

Sales of Top 30 Cosmetic Companies in 2005.
October 25, 2006... Shukan Shogyo, the leading Japanese cosmetic and toiletry journal publisher, has announced that the estimated total sales of the top 30 cosmetic companies in 2005 amounted to 1,630,246,400,000 yen on a shipment basis, up 4.9% over 2004. The...

Fuji Xerox, Ricoh, Toppan Forms announce paper innovations.
October 25, 2006... Fuji Xerox has developed technology to identify an individual sheet of paper with a so-called paper fingerprint. Each sheet has unique fiber patterns on both sides. A pre-determined area of the paper is scanned and converted into digital...

P&G, Kao and Lion Hold 90% Share of Dish Detergent Market.
October 25, 2006... P&G, Kao and Lion together held a 90% share of Japanufs dish detergent market in 2005. P&G has kept its top status since 2003 when it surpassed Kao. P&G increased sales of dishwasher detergent High Wash Joy and Orange Peel-iri High Wash...

Hair Restorer Market Share Update for FY2005.
October 25, 2006... FY2005 sales of hair restorer products have decreased 0.5% from the previous year to 39.3 billion yen. Taisho held the top share but that share dropped by 3.5% to 29% even though the company has released RiUP Lady in March 2005. Kao remained in...

Hair "Feel" Sensor.
October 25, 2006... Shiseido has announced the development of sensor based technology enabling the numerical quantification of hair "feel". The technology is expected to help in the search for and development of effective hair softening agents. The sensor...

Glow-in-Dark Materials Keep Photocatalysts Working, Says Try Company.
October 25, 2006... Try Company, manufacturer of cold keeping solutions and other products, says that its researchers have recently discovered that a glow-in-the-dark material can be used to keep photocatalytic titanium oxide working at night. Photocatalysts are...

Toppan Printing Develops Thin, Flexible Electronic Paper.
October 25, 2006... Toppan Printing reports a breakthrough in the race to develop electronic paper. The company says that it has created a clear, flexible electronic paper just 320 micrometers thick. That already makes it just one-sixth the thickness of a liquid...

Nippon Paint's New Auto Body Paint Reduces VOC Emissions.
October 25, 2006... Nippon Paint will soon launch a new line of auto touch-up paint formulated to reduce emissions of harmful VOCs like toluene. Unlike auto manufacturers, which are increasingly using water-based paints to avoid VOCs and have special warm...

Temperature Sensor IC Tags for Food & Medical Items.
October 25, 2006... Oki Electronics in conjunction with NYK Logistics and storage container manufacturer Hills have announced the development of a temperature sensing IC tag for food and medical products, etc. The IC tags, designed for refrigerated and other...

Biodegradable Shock Absorbing Pallets.
October 25, 2006... EJ has announced the development of "Paper Foam" a 100% biodegradable shock absorbing foam made from corn starch and recycled paper. The loose pallet type foam is entirely free from petroleum derived substances typical of conventional...

Toyo Ekco Promotes High Functional PET Tray Product.
October 25, 2006... Toyo Ekco is promoting a high functional PET tray product, the Fullmax series. The product can withstand temperatures from 50 degrees C to 180 degree C, even though it is made of PET. It is also resistant to shock, oil and chemicals. It can be...

Self Adhering PET Film.
October 25, 2006... Osaka based General Supply has released "Fit-It-Film" a printable PET film that adheres to glass, and other flat surfaces without the use of adhesive. A special process has provided the adhesive side of the film with a myriad of...

Slide-Rite Zip Bags from Takigawa.
October 25, 2006... Takigawa Kagaku Kogyo has announced improvements to its "Slide-Rite" zip sealing range of plastic bags and pouches currently used for a wide range of products including dry pet food, candy, animal feed, flour and increasingly condiments. ...

Sales of Biodegradable Plastic Soars.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based plastic manufacturer Taiyo Kogyo has announced a significant increase in "Suntier" its range of vegetable based, 100% biodegradable poly lactic acid plastic bags and food trays, etc. Most recently, Taiyo has begun the supply of...

Envoronmentally Friendly Laminated Box.
October 25, 2006... Tamaya has announced the development of "Hagashi Taro" a card box with a laminated coating that can be peeled off to enable the card material to be recycled. The box is coated with a water and oil resistant polypropylene (PP) film that can...

Tube Type Lotion Refill Bottle.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based telemarketing company ESS has begun the use of "Tsumekae Eco Bottle" a 140ml tube like refill bottle for 6 of its main lotion product lines including "ES II Fresh Lotion". The main characteristic of the tube is the recessed...

Milbon Releases Hair Salon Product for Home Use.
October 25, 2006... Milbon, a manufacturer of hair care products for hair salons, has released a hair styling product for home use in a unique package. The product Lafusion was developed for use by hair stylists at salons, but now has a smaller package with a...

Thick, Glass Like PET Bottles.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based cosmetic and medical container manufacturer Machida Plastics has announced the development of a direct blow type PET plastic bottle with a maximum 3mm wall thickness giving it a glass like appearance. The 3mm wall thickness...

Pal Corporation Develops Simple Beverage Container Heating Pot for Emergency Use.
October 25, 2006... Pal Corporation has developed a simple beverage heating pot for emergency use, Kantan Yuwakashi Pot ("simple hot water pot"). The product consists of an aluminum pouch with microflute corrugated cardboard on one side for insulation, along with...

Antibacterial Hot Pepper Film.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based J Film, a part of the Mitsubishi Kagagaku group, has announced the development of "Allyl Z" a freshness preserving film for use in food wrapping and fruit bags, etc containing allyl mustard oil - a natural antibacterial hot pepper...

Natural Hot Pepper Anti-Bacterial Agent for Bags.
October 25, 2006... TTC, holder of the patent for "Wasaparu" (An antibacterial agent consisting of allyl mustard oil (AIT) encased in cyclodextrin) in conjunction with a leading Japanese ink and pigment manufacturer has announced the release of "Wasaparu Master...

Heat Resistant Bio Plastic.
October 25, 2006... Teijin in conjunction with Tokyo based research laboratory Musashino Kagaku Kenkyujo has announced the development of a vegetable based bio-plastic with exceptional heat resistance properties. The plastic, produced from a high purity...

Napkin Wrapped Cups.
October 25, 2006... Osaka based Dakku report a significant increase in sales of its "Tokan Plast" range of disposable PS plastic cups hygienically wrapped in a napkin to low cost business hotels. The cups, until recently used almost exclusively for serving...

Recycled PET Bottle Refuse Bags.
October 25, 2006... TTC has launched "Wasa Paru Thermo PET" a functional refuse bag containing a 30% recycled PET plastic bottle content (Remaining 70% consists of poly olefin) blended with an antibacterial and deodorising agent derived from wasabi (horse radish)...

Deodorizing Disposable Incontinence Diapers.
October 25, 2006... P&G Far East Inc. has released a new and improved version of their popular "Attento" range of incontinence diapers, now containing a deodorizing agent that eliminates unpleasant and embarrassing urine odours. The deodorising agent, similar...

New Improved Frebreze from P&G.
October 25, 2006... P&G has announced the release of an improved version of their popular "Frebreze" soft furnishing deodorising spray now with 20% improved deodorising capability. First released in 1999, the product now controls 70% of total Japanese market share...

Tablet Type Breath Freshener from Lion.
October 25, 2006... Lion has released "Breath Aid" a double layer tablet type breath freshener available only from convenience stores. The product consists of a double layered tablet that dissolves instantly on contact with minimum amounts of saliva enabling...

Lightweight One Piece Fire Extinguisher.
October 25, 2006... Waipi Systems has announced the development of "Shobo" a lightweight and easy to operate one piece tubular type CO2 fire extinguisher. Weighing less than one fifth of conventional fire extinguishers and measuring L: 73cm, Diameter: 5cm,...

Vitamin C Water Softening Shower Head.
October 25, 2006... Arromic has released "Ionic +" a high function, water saving shower head for the home similar to that used in expensive hair salons with an optional pure vitamin C cartridge that softens conventional tap water by eliminating chlorine. The...

Automatic Room Humidifier.
October 25, 2006... Toshiba Consumer Marketing has released "KA-F60DX" a free standing room humidifier featuring an "Automatic Humidy Control" function that automatically adjusts the room humidity based on the temperature of the room. The compact 3 operating...

Stew & Curry Fat Absorbing Cooking Sheet.
October 25, 2006... Asahi Kasei Life & Living has announced the release of " Cookpa Nimono Nikomi Sukkiri Sheet" a highly absorptive sheet designed to remove excess oil, fat and impurities from stews, curries and hotpot dishes. The sheet consists of a fine...

New Citrus Dry Cleaning Agent.
October 25, 2006... Nagoya based manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment Mitsubishi Jyuukosangyo Kiki has announced the development of "Fruits Dry" a dry-cleaning cleansing agent containing limonene a substance extracted from the skin of citrus fruit discarded...

Mouth Freshening Tissues.
October 25, 2006... Wakodo has released "Kuchichu Seijo Tissue" a mouth freshening and moisturising tissue product for the elderly and infirm designed to help relieve dry mouth syndrome and make eating and swallowing easier. Features a refreshing mint flavour and...

Oral Care Set for the Elderly.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based Moruten has released "Kenko Shien Koko Care Set" a 7 item oral care set for the elderly. Items in the set include: electric toothbrush, moisturising mist, denture cleaning set, tongue cleaner and a sponge brush for cleaning around...

Cute Animal Pack Bathroom Air Freshener.
October 25, 2006... Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals has released "Animal Shoshugen Muscat Soda" a liquid type bathroom deodorising product packaged in a cute "Kappa" (River Imp) shaped plastic bottle. The fruity Muscat (grape) soda scented deodoriser rapidly...

Antibacterial Toilet Paper Seat Wipes.
October 25, 2006... Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals is set to release "Toilet Paper De Choi Fuki" a spray type product that turns ordinary toilet paper into an antibacterial toilet seat wipe. Release date: 12 September, 2006 To use, activate the nozzle located in the...

Improved Sneaker Care Product range.
October 25, 2006... Columbus has announced the release of a new and improved version of its "Sneaker Care" range of cleansing products specifically formulated for sneaker and running shoes. The products in the range are: "Shampoo" - A phosphorous free type...

Bicycle Air Pump Can.
October 25, 2006... Kyowa International has released "Jitensha-Yoh Kukiiri" a can product containing pressurized air that automatically inflates bicycle tyres quickly without having to pump. The nozzle of the can is simply attached to the valve of the tyre...

Exfolitating Facial Mitten.
October 25, 2006... Osaka based Bess Kogyo has released "Piyo Piyo Mitten" a mitten type facial cloth that gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin. The soft textured cloth made from a blend of micro-fine polyester and nylon fibres both removes dead skin cells...

Pasta Thermos.
October 25, 2006... Thermos has launched "Thermos Shinku Dannetsu Pasta Cooker" an energy saving insulated thermos that cooks up to 200g of pasta by simply adding hot water and salt. The pasta is first placed into the cylindrical shaped thermos along with...

Glass Nail File.
October 25, 2006... Osaka Based Komo Life has released "Clover" a set of 2 hand made Bohemian glass nail files made from toughened glass with 7 times the strength of conventional glass. The files feature an array of tiny abrasive ridges almost invisible to...

Portable Pendant Type Fat Meter.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based Design Factory has released "Pendant Taishibokei" a compact and lightweight pendant type fat meter that is worn around the neck from a strap. The device provides an accurate reading of the body fat ratio on an LCD screen when...

Cartridge Type Drinking Water Purifier.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based Seren has released "Popetty" a compact drinking water purification device that uses a 5 stage filter to remove impurities from conventional tap water. To use, an empty 500ml PET bottle is simply placed inside the container and...

Calorie Scale.
October 25, 2006... Tanita has released "Calorie Scale CK 005" a set of battery operated (6 x AA) electronic scales that automatically calculates the average calorific content of food placed upon it - without needing to first input the weight of the food. The...

Food Smoking Sheet.
October 25, 2006... VISOA International has begun the marketing of "Kunsei Sheet" a sheet that produces a delicious smoked effect by simply wrapping around fresh food. The sheet, consisting of a non-woven material impregnated with a smoked flavour liquid...

Insect Repelling Hand Fan.
October 25, 2006... Osaka based Sakura Craypas has released "Mushi Yoke Seal" an insect repelling sticker applied to hand fans. The brightly coloured stickers measuring 10cm x 15cm are printed using a special ink containing an odourless insect repelling...

Ultra-Sonic Roller Beauty Aid.
October 25, 2006... Eco Tech has released a rechargeable type ultra sonic facial massaging device that utilizes a silicone roller impregnated with the naturally occurring mineral germanium. According to the manufacturers, when the roller is lightly passed...

Fragrant Fabric Deodoriser.
October 25, 2006... Nissan Sekken has released "Supureshia" an antibacterial spray type fabric deodoriser suitable for use on all fabric types and soft furnishings. The product is formulated with a natural persimmon tannin deodorising agent that rapidly...

Sun Screen Milk.
October 25, 2006... Yokohama based Attenia has released "Body Protector UV 50" an SPF 50 PA +++ milky formulation sunscreen specifically formulated to protect the skin from damaging UV light during the height of summer. Also contains a range of highly effective...

Deodorising Wall Paper Sheet.
October 25, 2006... Artech has released "Tesuki Washi Kabigami Hotate Powder Iri" a decorative sheet of Japanese rice paper coated in an air purifying and deodorising clam shell powder. The sheet, measuring 31cm square and coated with adhesive on the rear, is...

Deodorising Wall Scroll.
October 25, 2006... Artech has released "Bino Washi Roll Screen" a decorative wall scroll made from Japanese rice paper coated in an air purifying and deodorising clam shell powder. The clam powder on the W: 90cm x L: 200cm scroll absorbs and breaks down...

Pokemon Toilet Paper.
October 25, 2006... Ohita Seishi has released "Pokemon Toilet Paper" a 50% recycled and 50% pulp 2-ply toilet paper featuring a variety of prints of the popular "Pokemon" computer game and cartoon characters. The bright design coupled with the floral scent makes...

Rose Scented Toilet Paper.
October 25, 2006... Kasuga Seishi Kogyo has released "Van Rose Soft Kaori No Omotenashi" a rose scented 2-ply toilet paper made from 100% recycled paper products. The rolls also feature a range of 6 printed rose designs in either blue or pink. Price: 12 x 30m...

Relaxing Aromatherapeutic Beeswax Candles.
October 25, 2006... Idea International has released a range of relaxing aroma therapeutic candles made from organic beeswax and herbal essences sourced from Europe. The candles, available in rose, violet and lily are ideal to help relieve stress while bathing...

Organic Recycled Fertilizer.
October 25, 2006... Sakata No Tane has released "Bio Good" a 100% organic pot plant soil improving agent made entirely from exhausted horticultural potting mix discarded by plant nurseries. The potting mix constantly used in the production of seedlings at...

Compact, Low Cost Instant Hot Water Heater.
October 25, 2006... INAX has released "Hot Express" a compact and energy efficient 360W electric hot water heater and storage unit. The device consists of a thermos-like vacuum insulated cylindrical stainless steel tank with a 2 litre capacity capable of...

Ergonomically Designed Pillow Range.
October 25, 2006... Japanese supermarket chain Itoyokado in conjunction with the pillow designer Lofuti has released "Susumeru Makura" a range of 5 sleeping posture specific pillows. Products in the range include:"Standard Pillow" - Consisting of 2 pillows one on...

Porcelain Figurine Air Freshener Set.
October 25, 2006... Kyoto based Kusuriya has released "Kyo No Aroma Suyaki Kyoka" an air freshening set consisting of 5 traditional porcelain figurines (Rabbit, crane, etc) measuring 2.5cm in diameter and a selection of 5 essential oil blends. The figurines,...

Mineral Rock Water Purifier.
October 25, 2006... Zenken Has released 2 water purification devices each containing a mineral rock extracted from Yuzuribara village in Yamanashi prefecture renowned for the longevity of its residents. The products in the range are: "Super Aqua Century" with...

Isoflavone Face Masks.
October 25, 2006... Doctor Baeltz has released "Puerafica VC Energy Mask" as part of its popular "Taplis" anti-ageing skin care brand. Immediately prior to use, the active ingredients including an isoflavone rich bean extract that mimics the action of female...

Gel Pillow.
October 25, 2006... J Sleep has released "Geltron Super Pillow" a pillow with a unique double layer construction containing a specially developed gel type shock absorbing material. The outer gel layer produces a soft yet supportive layer that absorbs the...

Ear Cleansing Device.
October 25, 2006... Aqua Road has begun the marketing of "Ear Beauty Wash" a device for cleansing the ears whilst showering. Similar in shape to an electric toothbrush, the device consists of a handle with an elongated neck made of durable ABS plastic with a...

Garden Hose Attachment Set.
October 25, 2006... Okada G. A. J has released "Ergo Aqua Set" a set of 3 attachments for the garden hose each with a water flow adjuster. The set consists of a "Normal" brush with 5 pressure settings making it ideal for general cleaning purposes including...

Outdoor Marker Lights.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based Risk Control has released "Trail Starts" a set of highly durable, brightly flashing orange coloured LED lights that can be hung outdoors to mark trails or highlight trip hazards such as tent guy ropes, etc. The sealed weather...

PET Beverage Bottle Cap.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based A. G. has released "Soda Keeper" a soccer ball shaped cap for PET bottles featuring the official Japanese soccer team emblem. The cap prevents the escape of the carbonated gas and can be removed simply by pressing a release...

Schick Titanium Blade 4-Blade Disposable Razor.
October 25, 2006... Schick Japan has recently announced the release of "Schick Quattro 4 Titanium" a disposable head razor featuring 4 ultra sharp titanium material blades. Price: Black plastic and metallic finish handle + 1 blade = 1,124 yen, Vibrating head type...

Germanium Bristle Brush.
October 25, 2006... Osaka based Ikemoto Sasshi Kogyo has released "Germanium Blow Styling Brush" a hair styling brush that helps protect and moisturise the hair while blow drying. The bristles of the brush are impregnated with micro-sized particles of the...

Cartridge Type White Board Marker Pens.
October 25, 2006... Pilot Corporation has released "Board Marker" an oil based marker pen for white boards featuring replaceable ink cartridges designed to ensure a free flow of ink to the tip. The cartridge consists of a fibre ink reservoir and 2 internal...

Message Fan.
October 25, 2006... Onda has released a compact hand held fan which when switched on produces a range of glowing messages that appear in the spinning fan blades. The desired message - up to 16 letters - is first input into the device. When the fan is switched...

Heat Resistant Glass Container Set.
October 25, 2006... Hario Glass has released "Glass No Omoi" a set of stylish heat resistant square shaped glass containers that can be used in both conventional and microwave ovens. Each of the containers comes with a polypropylene plastic lid enabling them...

Rechargeable Wine Cooler.
October 25, 2006... Ogura Boeki has released "Mobi Cool Wine Cooler" a rechargeable single bottle wine cooler that keeps wine pleasantly chilled in the great outdoors. When fully charged (8 hours) the compact and quiet running cooler keeps wine chilled to any...

Tomato Skin Peeler.
October 25, 2006... GS Home Products Japan has released "Tomoto Peeler" a peeler featuring a special stainless steel comb like blade that enables it to remove slippery tomato skins without the need to first boil the tomatoes. The chunky handle is made of a soft...

Ultrasonic Deodorising Room Freshener.
October 25, 2006... Nagoya based Asahi Sangyo has released "Choonpa Mukaki HM-300" a room deodorising device that uses ultra sonic vibrations rather than heat to produce a safe, ultra-fine antibacterial mist. The mist (Capacity: 1,200ml per hour) contains high...

Tape Glue Applicator.
October 25, 2006... Kokuyo S&T has released "Dot Liner Hold" a unique tape glue applicator that ensures the strips of glue are applied accurately in a straight line. Similar in shape to a stapler, the paper is inserted into the device which is then slid along...

Flying Insect Trap.
October 25, 2006... Asahi Sangyo has released "Mushi Police" a compact flying insect trap that lures the insect to a roll of adhesive paper with a special long wave light emitting lamp and carbon dioxide gas produced by a light catalyst. The cylindrical...

New Powerful Pet Odour Eliminating Air Purifer.
October 25, 2006... Toshiba Consumer Marketing has announced the release of "Kuki Seijoki CAF-P5" a room air purifying device equipped with a powerful odour eliminating filter capable of removing ammonia and other odour particles that make up pet odours 30 times...

Triple Function Air Purifier.
October 25, 2006... Fujitsu General has released "DAS 301R" a cost effective air purification device that uses 3 separate methods to destroy bacteria, etc responsible for airborne odours. The compact, freestanding device with a purification capacity 150 times...

Surfactant Free Environmentally Friendly Cleanser.
October 25, 2006... Hokkaido based Process has released "pH Wash" a range of 7 environmentally friendly liquid cleansing products free of surfactants, bleaching agents and phosphorous. The products are formulated with a range of inorganic compounds such as...

Multipurpose Antibacterial Powder.
October 25, 2006... Tokyo based Total System has released "New Senzai Kakumei 2" a multipurpose powder type antibacterial cleansing agent that can be used for everything including cleaning dishes, bathroom tiles, washing the car and even disinfecting baby items....

Long Lasting Toilet Bowl Cleansing Spray.
October 25, 2006... Japanese bathroom fitting manufacturing giant TOTO has announced the development of a long lasting spray product designed to maintain the cleanliness of the toilet bowl and prevent yellowing while increasing the lustre of the bowl by 200%. ...

2 in 1 Laundry Detergent & Fabric Conditioner.
October 25, 2006... Kao has released "Ekitai Funwari Biizu" a powerful, fast dissolving liquid type 2 in 1 laundry detergent and fabric conditioner that also helps reduce wrinkles by preventing the clothing from becoming twisted during the washing and rinse...

Double Application Laundry Bleach.
October 25, 2006... Lion is set to release Tema Nashi Chokko Bright" a non-drip, gel type laundry bleach that can be applied either directly to stains on the garment or added to the wash together with conventional detergents. The bottle features a new patent...

Laundry Detergent & Fabric Conditioner for Sensitive Skin.
October 25, 2006... Lion is set to release a new laundry detergent and a fabric conditioner as part of its "Care Veil" range of products specifically formulated for sensitive and dry skin types. Release date: 4 October, 2006 "Care Veil Iryuiyoh Senzai" - A...

Clothing Wrinkle Removing Spray.
October 25, 2006... Lion has released 2 clothing wrinkle removing spray products for shirts and suits. "Style Guard Shirts Yoh" - A high polymer silicone and nano-silica spray for shirts applied directly after laundering. The silicone coats the fibres...