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

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

Results for Imported Cosmetics through Second Quarter, Calendar 2006.(Calendar)
September 25, 2006... Imports of cosmetics (exclusive of toothpaste and soap) made small gains in the first half of calendar 2006, reaching 82.0 billion yen, a YOY gain of 1.7%. This year the first quarter total was 40.5 billion yen and the second quarter 41.6...

Infrared Light Cutting Energy Saving Window Film.
September 25, 2006... Sumitomo 3M has announced the development of "High Performance Window Film 70" a multi-layered PET (polyethylene terephthalate) based window film that both absorbs and reflects infra red rays to help keep the inside of the room cool. ...

Glass membrane for Wood.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based construction material developer Nikkyo has announced the development of technology enabling the surface of wood to be covered in an attractive fire retardant glass membrane which also protects against the elements. During the...

Polylactic Acid Base Industrial Ink.
September 25, 2006... Sakata Inks has announced the development of an ink made from biodegradable polylactic acid used in food products making it suitable for printing on biodegradable film, etc. Tests have shown that 60% of the ink is broken down by paracitic...

Printable Non-Woven Material.
September 25, 2006... Oki Data has released "Excellent Soft" a soft, lightweight, highly flexible non-woven material that can be printed on using colour LED printer for use in a wide range of applications including high quality wrapping paper, calendars and even...

Heat Resistant Adhesive for Velcro Fasteners.
September 25, 2006... Kurare Fastening has announced the development of "Magic Tape 300" a Velcro type fastener for use on polypropylene surfaces such as plastic coated cardboard boxes. The tape type product has been made possible by the development of an...

UV Protection.
September 25, 2006... Dr. Baeltz has launched "UV Defense" - a sunburn protection that UV ray absorbent is not included. Contains Vitamin C derivatives to protect skin from active oxygen that promotes aging and a micro capsule closed Vitamin E. The capsule is...

Kitchen Waste Processing Unit from Canon Denshi.
September 25, 2006... Digital camera and scanner manufacturer Canon Denshi has announced its entry into the kitchen waste processing market with the release of "Land Care 32" a kitchen waste processing device for the commercial sector capable of processing 32 kg of...

Formaldehyde Busting Air Purifier.
September 25, 2006... Daikin Kogyo has announced the release of "Flash Streamer Hikari Kurieru" an air purification device with 3-times the formaldehyde destroying power of its own previous models. The device contains a powerful catalyst that attracts...

Nano-Tech Room Air Purifier from Hitachi Appliance.
September 25, 2006... Hitachi Appliance is set to release "Clear Dasshu Taisho" a range of 3 room dehumidifying air fresheners utilizing nano-technology in the form of a "Shu One Engine" to provide an odour eliminating capability in excess of 99% - said to be the...

Herbal Sort Furnishing Deodorising Spray.
September 25, 2006... Hokkaodo based Emuzu Este Labo a bio venture concern set up by Rakuno Gakuen University has announced the release of a carpet, curtain and other soft furnishing deodorising spray that utilizes the natural deodorising agent polyphenol extracted...

Shredder Scissors.
September 25, 2006... Cogit has introduced "Personal Information Shredder Scissors" - a pair of stainless steel scissor shreds any mail, papers, cards, CD, DVD, etc. in a size of 2mm square. Price: 1,764 yen.

Lower Leg Pillow.
September 25, 2006... Pola has released "Aero Flow Foot Pillow" a contoured pillow made from a high resilience urethane foam designed to raise the feet and lower leg off the ground to reduce swelling and fatigue. The urethane foam fits to the contours of the...

Waste Reducing Cling Film.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo Queen has released "Ii Na" a polyethylene cling film product designed for use in conjunction with a reusable "Economy Box" dispenser. According to the manufacturer, the plastic dispenser box eliminates the need for an inner cardboard...

Crayon Type Furniture Filler.
September 25, 2006... Soft 99 Corporation has released "Chotto Ume Stick Paint" an oil based soft crayon type product for filling and disguising small, shallow scratches in furniture and interior wood work, etc. When dry, the crayon forms a hard, durable, wash...

Eye Brow Template.
September 25, 2006... Kaijirushi has released "Mayu Template" 3 templates designed to help make perfectly symmetrical eyebrows. The centre-line of the Y shaped device is placed against the face above the nose bridge. The cut-out arms of the Y which form the...

Foundation Application Sponge.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based Kaijirushi has released "Pro Use Sponge" a range of 3 different shaped contoured sponges specifically designed for applying foundation. Suitable for applying both pressed powder and liquid type foundation, the contours of the...

Eye Makeup Mirror.
September 25, 2006... Kaijirushi has released "Eyemake Mirror" a compact, double fold-out mirror specifically designed for applying makeup to the eye area. The oval shaped mirror is first opened out and held by inserting the index finger into the hole provided,...

100% Natural Insecticide & Repellent.
September 25, 2006... Nippon Ecologia has announced the development of "Bio Lohas Shield" a powerful yet safe100% natural vegetable extract liquid type insecticide for use in the commercial sector that also repels most types of crawling insects. The main active...

Next Generation Kitchen Towel.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based Sanwa Shiko has released "Soft Go Go" a strong and highly absorbent kitchen towel product for the catering industry made from a 100% natural paper pulp based non-woven material. In addition to wiping kitchen surfaces, the...

Interior Repair Kit.
September 25, 2006... House Box has released "House Care Box" 2 kits containing all the necessary items to repair damage to interiors and furniture. "A Set" - Contains 12 different coloured marker pens designed to disguise scratches on furniture and hard...

Baby Bath Thermometer.
September 25, 2006... Combi has released "Yu Onkei LV" an easy to use, durable ABS plastic baby bath thermometer with a simple yet stylish rounded design. The optimum water temperature of between 38-40 degrees C is clearly highlighted on the device. Size: W: 128mm x...

Baby Wipe Warmer from Combi.
September 25, 2006... Combi has announced the release of an improved version of its popular "Quick Warmer HU" baby wipe warming device. The device features a top warmer system that heats the baby wipes to a comfortable 45 degrees C. An auto feed device ensures...

Furon Gas Free Dust Blowing Spray.
September 25, 2006... Osaka based Kokuyo S & T has released "Air Duster Eco" a spray product for blowing dust out of keyboards and from other sensitive electronic devices containing a more environmentally friendly CO2 filling agent. compared to conventional...

Trainee Geisha Summer Perfume Paste.
September 25, 2006... Tokiwa Yakuhin Kogyo has released "Sana Maiko-Han No Neri Kosui" a unique paste type perfume. The delicately scented perfume is produced by adding fragrance to refined oil before transforming it into a wax like paste which can then be...

Antibacterial Oil for Food Processing Devices.
September 25, 2006... Altan, manufacturer and supplier of cleansing and hygiene products to the food industry has released "Kirei Ni Hanarete" a safe, high purity vegetable based antibacterial lubrication oil for use on food processing machinery. The spray type...

Graffiti Removing Cleanser.
September 25, 2006... Yokohama based paint product developer and manufacturer Eco Cosmos has released "Tore Torebian" a cleanser capable of removing oil based paints, felt tip pen markings and even posters from a wide variety of wall surfaces including glass and...

Hybrid Blade Electric Shaver from Hitachi.
September 25, 2006... Hitachi has released "Ace Blade" a range of electrical razors featuring a newly developed "Hybrid Blade". The angle of the internal blade edge has been set at 37 degrees (Compared to 60 degrees common in conventional products) and at an...

Fine Fibre Body Cloth.
September 25, 2006... Toray has released "Toraysee Perfect Body Cloth" a double sided, strip shaped body cloth made from ultra-fine fibres measuring 1/1600th the diameter of human hair. One side of the cloth containing the fine fibres produces a creamy...

2 in 1 Deodorising / Insect Repelling Clothing Cloths.
September 25, 2006... Okamoto has released 2 new products with added functions as part of their "Mizutori Zokin" clothing dehumidifying range. "Bochu Plus" - Contains an odourless insect repellent agent that prevents insect damage to stored clothing. ...

Japanese Size Condoms.
September 25, 2006... Durex has released "Durex Perfect Fit" a range of condoms designed specifically for the Japanese market. The condoms address the typical concerns voiced by Japanese men when using condoms, namely that they can be difficult to put on and...

Pet Plastic Bottle Holder.
September 25, 2006... Column Japan has released "PET Bottle Holder" a simple polypropylene plastic clip with an opening that fits over the neck and cap of conventional PET bottles enabling the bottle to be attached to backpacks or the trouser belt. The bottle can be...

Germanium Ultra Sonic Beauty Aid.
September 25, 2006... Swan of Ginza has released "Germic" a compact hand-held ultrasonic wave producing device with a germanium ceramic head designed to produce younger looking skin. A special jelly is first applied to the skin and the head of the device...

Chemical Water Boiling Kit.
September 25, 2006... Yukiedo has released "Hot Maker" a simple and safe device for use in emergencies that uses a chemical exothermic reaction to boil water for cooking or sterilisation. The addition of a small amount of water to the chemicals contained in a...

Paper Shredder Blade protector.
September 25, 2006... Fuji Corona has released "Oil Jukatsuyu Sheet" a lubricating sheet designed to prolong the life of blades in automatic paper shredders. To use, the paper is first fed into the shredder. To ensure that the fine machine oil contained in the...

Single Cup Regular Coffee Extractor.
September 25, 2006... UCC Ueshima Coffee has released "KFE-B 40 J" a stylish, easy clean coffee extractor specifically designed for their "K-Cup" single cup packs. After placing the cup under the spout, the K-cup pack containing both ground regular coffee and...

Fire Retardent Spray.
September 25, 2006... Kyoei Shokai has released "Boen Kakumei" a clear and odourless spray product that makes curtains and furniture more resistant to fire. The product contains a boric acid compound that restricts the flow of oxygen required for combustion and...

UV Denture Sterilizer.
September 25, 2006... IC Stock Japan has released "UV Sakkin Lamp-Tsuki Ireba Senjoki" a compact denture sterilizer that utilizes a UV lamp and a vibration unit to cleanse dentures. The dentures are simply placed in the round shaped device and the lid closed....

Suction Bust Cups.
September 25, 2006... Goodsman has released "Glamorous" a comfortable bust shape and size enhancing cup that utilizes suction to adhere to the breasts. Once attached, the soft silicone formed cups fit snugly and securely against the contours of the breast by...

5 Spray Pattern Shower Head.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based Guroe Japan has released "Guroe Shinrirekusa" a range of shower nozzles featuring up to 5 different spray patterns. The different spray patterns are produced simply by turning the nozzle part of the shower head. The 5 available...

Cockroach Cube.
September 25, 2006... Sankyoshodoku Shoji has released "Gokiburi Cube" a box like roach trap with a powerful adhesive applied to all 6 inner walls including the ceiling and floor. The adhesive releases a butter - like aroma that lures the unsuspecting cockroach...

Cat & Slug Repellent.
September 25, 2006... Enkura Business has released "Neko Namakuji Nigeru" an environmentally friendly garden pest repellent made from natural ingredients that is effective against a wide range of wild life including cats, slugs, moles, mice, rats and snakes. ...

Led Light Air Circulator.
September 25, 2006... CCP has released "Triple LED Circulator" a powerful 80cm high air circulator consisting of 3 fans arrayed one on top of each other each surrounded with LED lights that flash red, green and blue when activated. Both the lights and the fans have...

PC Can Drink Cooler / Warmer.
September 25, 2006... Sanko has released "USB Hot Shite Cool" a novel device powered from the USB port of the computer that keeps 350ml canned drinks chilled or hot. The compact device designed to take up minimum space on the work desk uses an environmentally...

Gent's Glasses Frames.
September 25, 2006... Nikon Eyewear has released "Nikon F" a range of elegant, light weight designer glasses frames for men. The frames are constructed from light yet strong titanium and a highly flexible hybrid "rubber metal" for optimum comfort. Available in...

Glitter Swimming Goggles for Women.
September 25, 2006... Tabata has released "Beaufla Lame Ire Colour" swimming goggles specially designed for women with clear plastic frames containing bright silver glitter. The glitter combined with the transparent frame gives the impression that makeup has...

Anti-Snore Device.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based AIAM has released "Gumin" a snore preventing brace like device worn over the head that holds the jaw closed while sleeping. According to the company, snoring is frequently caused by an open mouth when sleeping. As a result, the...

Microwave Oven Silicone Baking Cups.
September 25, 2006... Coram Japan has begun the marketing of "Lekue" rounded non-stick baking cups for use in microwave ovens. The reusable, washable cups, made from a combination of silicone and plastic, are resistant to temperatures ranging from -40 degrees C...

Walking Sunglasses.
September 25, 2006... Japanese sports wear and gear giant Mizuno has released "Mizuno Walking Mirror" lightweight stylish sunglasses designed for walking that cut in excess of 99.9% of UV light rays. The glasses weighing a mere 13g are comprised of lightweight...

Cartoon Character Toilet Paper.
September 25, 2006... Kasuga Seishi Kogyo has released "Chibi Maruko Chan" a toilet paper featuring a print of the popular children's cartoon character "Chibi Maruko" to help make the toilet training process more enjoyable. Each 30m double ply roll, made from...

Emergency Toilet.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based Synergy International has released "Convini - Toilet" a convenient bag type toilet suitable for use following earthquakes and other natural disasters, when camping out doors or even for the care of the infirm or elderly. The...

Cute Kiddy Alarm.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based Design Factory has released "Mascot Bohan Alarm" a cute emergency alarm for children that emits a piercing 100dB shriek when activated. The compact round alarm, measuring 53mm x 44mm x W: 21mm, is activated when a pin located...

Fuel Efficiency Improving Radiator Water Additive.
September 25, 2006... Energy efficiency research company Sho-Ene Kenkyujo has released "Nenpi Dr. Bravo" a radiator cooling water additive that assists fuel combustion - improving fuel efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions. 200ml of radiator cooling water is...

Dog Care Products.
September 25, 2006... Marukan has launched dog care products from "Tou Tou Grooming Series" - a dog care product with weak acid, low stimulus, fragrance and tenderness. 4 items: ( 1) Shampoo containing 8 kinds of plant extracts. Price: 250ml = 1,600 yen; (2)...

Body Care Sponge.
September 25, 2006... Margaret Josefin Japan has launched "Suponjiyaburu (Spongeables)" - a body soap in a heart shaped sponge containing a natural component. American origin. Soak in hot water or water and squeeze to make foam. More than 20-time use for a body...

Biodegradeable Pet Ash Urn.
September 25, 2006... Nippon Screen Shokai has released "Pet-Yoh Tokeru Honetusbo" a cylinderical ash urn for the remains of pets designed to decompose in the soil. Made entirely from a natural vegetable pulp, the urn decomposes following burial in the soil...

Doggy Bags.
September 25, 2006... Logos Corporation has released "Oshiri O Fuite Unchi Mo Poi" a unique dog dropping bag. The bag consists of a soft textured non-woven material outer and an internal waterproof polyethylene coating. After the dog has gone to the toilet, the...

Marble Dog Bed.
September 25, 2006... Tsuge Sekizai has released "Tsuge Stone For Pets Cool Bed" a cooling bed for dogs consisting of a marble slab with wood surround. A hole covered with a lid has been provided in the centre of the slab of marble into which frozen ice packs...

Lightweight Pet Carry Case.
September 25, 2006... Osaka based Yama Kami has released "Pet #001" a lightweight yet highly durable pet carry case made from water resistant fibre. The boxes measuring H: 43cm x L: 39cm x W: 38cm and weighing 1.6kg feature a large side opening door, multiple...

Direct Contact Insect Repelling Spray.
September 25, 2006... Hakugen has released "Mushi Yoke Nuru Skin Block" an insect repellent for children featuring a unique spray head mechanism that activates when rubbed directly onto the skin - preventing the content from being accidentally sprayed into the eyes...

Fat Burning Diet Drink.
September 25, 2006... Avon has announced the release of "Inner Balance Body Shape" a delicious fruit flavoured fat burning diet support drink formulated to help with weight loss without the need for a drastlc lifestyle change. The drink contains 3 main active...

Nutritionally Balanced Diet Soup and Drink from Avon.
September 25, 2006... Avon has announced the recent release of "Inner Balance Speedy Slim" a nutritional[y balanced diet supplement consisting of 4 difterent flavoured soups and 3 types of drinks. Each of the 150kcal soups contain glucomannan - a substance...

Integrated Puff and Loose Face Powder from Avon.
September 25, 2006... Avon has announced the release of "FMG Puff Touch Nuance Powder" a fine oil and fragrance free loose type facial powder with minute pearl particles contained in a soft puff type applicator. The puff is simply removed from its container and...

Light Reflecting Powder Foundation Range from Avon.
September 25, 2006... Avon has announced the release of "Renaissage" a range of fragrance free high function foundation makeup products specifically formulated for the harsh light conditions of the hot summer months containing "Light Control Powder" a newly...

4 Colour Eye Colour from Avon.
September 25, 2006... Avon has announced the release of "FMG Four Colour Eyes" a perfume free eye colouring set containing 3 graduated colour eye shadow colours and a cream type eyeliner. The eye shadow and eyeliner are neatly arrayed in a compact complete with...

Ultra Long Lash Mascara.
September 25, 2006... Toray has released "Eplume Long Lash Mascara" a perspiration and tear resistant mascara containing a special fibre that produces extra long lashes. The product contains a fibre with a star shaped cross-section independently developed by...

Base Make up Series from Mikimoto.
September 25, 2006... Mikimoto Cosmetics has released "Casia Premium" a new range of base makeup products. "White 2-Way Foundation" - A single compact containing 2 foundations - one used without water to create a high lustre finish and the other used with...

Crystal Liquid Foundation UV Cool from Max Factor.
September 25, 2006... Max Factor has announced the release of "Facefinity Crystal Liquid Foundation UV Cool" a liquid type, double water and oil layer foundation product specifically formulated to prevent excess shine during the hot, humid summer months. Each...

French Nail Nail Polish.
September 25, 2006... Parado has released "Parado French Nails" a nail polish and brush specially designed for creating "French Nails" where a curved band of colour is applied around the ends of the nails. The width and volume of bristles of the application...

Pore Covering Powder.
September 25, 2006... B&C Laboratories has released "Love Clover Marshmallow Fit Powder" a fine facial powder applied over foundation that covers oversize pores and acne scars, etc for a near flawless finish. The powder is formulated with an aloe and vegetable...

Nail Polish Remover + Moisturising Cream.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based Salad Town has released "Nail Remover Cream Tsuki" a nail polish remover product complete with 5g of fingernail moisture and oil replenishing cream contained in a compartment in the lid. Price: Remover 280ml + cream 5g = 350 yen.

Foundation.
September 25, 2006... Nagase Beauty Care has introduced "Dewpearl 2 Way Pact" - a foundation concerning "Rosemary" skin care effect; more specifically a change of color and texture of skin in accordance with age. Contains "Majorca Pink Rosemary Extract" to eliminate...

Manicure.
September 25, 2006... Vivian Westwood Cosmetics has launched "Mat Neil Color & Mat Topcoat" - a manicure that gives a feeling of a frost glass mat topcoat finish. 10 colors: Orange with fresh and deep beauty, Pink-Beige with golden lame, slightly reddish...

Eyelash Beauty Lotion.
September 25, 2006... Royal Beauty Center has launched "Koi Matuge (Love Eyelash)" - a beauty lotion for eyelash developed by a beautician for perm. After a face wash in the morning and night, you apply around the root of eyelash as you make an eye line. It takes 3...

After Pool Hair Protection.
September 25, 2006... Tokyo based Bluebell Bote has released "After Swimming Shampoo" a shampoo specifically formulated to neutralise dryness causing pool chlorine and sea salt and remove unnecessary minerals from the hair for a soft, shiny finish. Price: 250ml =...

Dry Type Hair Dye for Short Hair.
September 25, 2006... Dariya has added "Men's Palty Treatment Cream Bleach" to its popular hair dye range for men. The non-drip cream type bleach is ideal for short hair and contains 5 different treatment agents to prevent dryness and damage. Price: 700 yen.

Citrus Hair Tonic.
September 25, 2006... Nippon Kankitsu Kenkyujo has released "Ogonju" a spray type hair tonic formulated with extracts from 3 different citrus fruit skins (including tangerines) to produce a healthy scalp ideal for encouraging strong, healthy hair growth. The...

Hair Shampoo and Treatment.
September 25, 2006... Yamasaki has launched "La Sana Seaweed/Seamud Shampoo & Treatment", which give moisture to damaged hair. Shampoo: Low stimulus and mild amino acid type. Sea mud effectively removes dirt in pore thoroughly. Price: 200ml = 1,680 yen. Treatment:...

Hair Treatment for Children.
September 25, 2006... Wakodo has launched "Kamikaramanai (Never Entwined Hair)" - a hair treatment for kids. Bubble type with a nozzle. No wash-away. Smooth child's entwined hair by finger and use comb or brush for the hair treatment. It does not scatter around...

Shampoo & Treatment.
September 25, 2006... Attenir has launched "Attenir Salon Premium Shampoo Treatment" - Shampoo & treatment containing seaweed and honey to moisturize and to smooth hair. Shampoo (300ml): Combines seaweed extract containing protein, mineral and vitamin. Creates...

Hair Coloring.
September 25, 2006... Nippon Index has launched "Hair Color Terumi (Shine Beauty)" - a hair coloring that adheres strongly to white hair. Just paint hair and the more you paint, the darker you get; thus, the color does not fade away easily by washing. Weakly acid...

Beauty White Soap.
September 25, 2006... Clover Corporation has launched "Unagiro Sekken (Harmony Soap)" - a face wash soap. Contains a lot of moisturizing agent and whitening agent with a pearl effect. It brings a moistened white transparent skin. 3 kinds: (1) "Kinudama (Silk Bead)"...

Soap Bar for Bath.
September 25, 2006... Maruha Yushi Kagaku has launched "Vanasara" - a natural soap bar tender to skin. 3 kinds: (1) Vanasara Ukon (Turmeric) Soap - Prevents acne and heat rashes, (2) Vanasara Black Sugar Soap - Containing alpinia extract and moisturizing effect of...

Goat Bath Soap.
September 25, 2006... Aslavital Japan has launched "Goat Milk soap Shear Butter" - Goat milk contains abundant vitamins and minerals and has higher nutritious level than milk. Superb penetration. Combines shear butter to the former goat milk soap. Shear butter is a...