Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan articles from September 2008

Cosmetics & Toiletries & Household Products Marketing News in Japan archives from September 2008

Oil Bottle Wins 4th Annual Glass Design Award.
September 25, 2008... The Japan Glass Bottle Association has recently awarded the prestigious Best Glass Bottle Design Prize of the 4th Annual Glass Bottle Design Awards 2007 to Nisshin Oillio's "Izumo Sunflower Oil" bottle (Entry 181 of 424 submissions). In...

Charcoal Particle Health Food Additive.
September 25, 2008... Serene has developed "Healthy Charcoal" a fine grain powdered charcoal for adding to a wide variety of food products ranging from confectionery items such cheese cakes and shoux pastry to noodles. It has long been recognised in Japan that...

Aroma Transmitting Mobile Phone.
September 25, 2008... NTT Communications has announced that it is currently developing a system whereby a mobile phone is used to send data to an aroma emitting device capable of producing up to 47 different aromas. The system, provisionally called "Kaori Tsushi...

Bio Ethanol Produced by "Super Yeast".
September 25, 2008... Japanese rice wine producing giant Gekkeikan has utilised its expertise in fermentation technology to develop revolutionary technology enabling the production of ethanol from non-edible plant material waste such as rice hulls and straw, etc....

Biodegradable Tunnel Support Pipe.
September 25, 2008... Ohashigumi in conjunction with Mitsubishi Plastics and Mitsubishi Materials has announced the development of a biodegradable pipe for firming soft ground when carrying out tunnelling and other large-scale civil engineering operations. The...

Low CO2 Emitting Plastic Supermarket Bags.
September 25, 2008... Tokyo based E-Basic in conjunction with nano-technology development company Aitrix has announced the development of a lightweight plastic supermarket bag that halves the amount of CO2 released into the atmosphere when the bags are incinerated....

Bio Plastic from Bio Diesel by-Product.
September 25, 2008... Electric utility company Tohoku Denryoku has announced the development of technology that converts the glycerine - by-product of the bio-diesel production process - into a lactic acid raw material used in the production of bio-plastics. ...

Fast Hardening Plastic.
September 25, 2008... Carbon fibre manufacturer Toho Techs (a wholly owned subsidiary of Teijin) has announced the development of a new type of plastic for use with lightweight Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastics (CFRP) boasting superior rapid hardening and moulding...

New High Efficiency Bio-Plastic Raw Material Recovery Technology.
September 25, 2008... A research team at Kyushu University lead by Professor Kenji Sakai has announced the development of new technology that enables the efficient recovery of raw materials from waste for the production of L-lactic acid used in the manufacture of...

Recycable Microwave Oven Cooking Containers.
September 25, 2008... News Chef has announced the release of an improved version of its disposable type recyclable microwave cooking containers that enable food to be prepared more healthily. Unlike conventional cooking methods which require the addition of cooking...

Push Close Screw Cap.
September 25, 2008... Tokyo based 3R Produce has released "Push-in Cap" a revolutionary screw cap like cap described as the "4th Cap" after screw caps, hinge caps and twist caps that, unlike conventional screw caps, does not require turning to open and close. ...

High Absorbency Antibacterial Drip Mats.
September 25, 2008... Try Company has announced the release of "Hybrid Kyusui Mat" a revolutionary drip mat for absorbing blood, etc. from packaged fish and meat boasting 10 times the absorbency and antibacterial effectiveness of conventional mats. The mats...

Shock Absorbing Peach Pack.
September 25, 2008... Taiyo Kyogyo has released "Fuwarito" a display pack specially designed to prevent the fruit from bruising. The pack is comprised of a tray consisting of a cotton textured PET sheet moulded to snugly hold 2 peaches side by side and a high...

Kitchen Waste to Fertiliser Conversion Kit.
September 25, 2008... Cardboard box and label manufacturer Fukuei has released "Dan Post" a kit for converting household kitchen waste into a rich fertiliser. The kit consists of a sturdy cardboard box, peat moss, rice bran, unhulled rice charcoal, a small...

Bio Plastic Cling Film Cutting Blade.
September 25, 2008... Kureha has announced that it will replace the existing steel cutting blade on its "New Kure Wrap" plastic film containers with a new, environmentally friendly type made from a biodegradable plastic material made from polylactic acid.

Stomach Fat Burning Capsules.
September 25, 2008... Kobayashi Pharmaceutical is reporting that sales of their "Naishitol" stomach fat burning dietary aid product has exceeded all expectations with production at one time failing to keep up with demand. The capsule type product containing a...

Single Dose Blister Packs for Non-Prescription Drugs.
September 25, 2008... The increase in small retail outlets aside from supermarkets and drug stores handling non-prescription (quasi-drug) products coupled with a consumer demand for "only the required amount" to reduce waste has led to the development of small...

Camomile Scented 2 IN 1 Laundry Detergent & Fabric Softener.
September 25, 2008... Lion report that since its release in January of 2008, sales of its liquid type "Kaori Tsuzuku Top" 2 in 1 laundry detergent with added fabric softener continue to exceed initial projections by over 30%. While demand for liquid type...

Nisshin to Use Environmentally Friendly Pot Noodle Pot.
September 25, 2008... Nisshin Food Products has recently announced that it will switch to an environmentally friendly container for all 9 items of its popular "Pot Noodle" range of instant noodles. The new containers will be comprised of 80% paper material...

Unique Match Book Marketing Tool.
September 25, 2008... Japanese record label Buffalo Records has recently used "Greensticks" - a "match book" containing 5 flower seeds wrapped in paper which are simply inserted into the ground - to promote a number of its new releases. The initial Greensticks...

Saran Add Wave Shaped Flap to Cling Film Box.
September 25, 2008... Asahi Kasei Home Products has added a wave shaped flap to its "Saran Wrap" cling film dispenser box. The gentle wave shape of the flap enables the film to be gripped and extracted more easily.

Coca Cola to use slim, 1.65 litre bottle.
September 25, 2008... Coca Cola Group has recently announced that it will begin the use of a new slim type 1.65 litre PET bottle for its "Aquarius" isotonic and "Soken Bicha" green tea beverages. The new bottle has been designed to be easier to both hold to...

Coop Trial Reusable Bottle Network.
September 25, 2008... Bottle Reuse Network has announced that it will begin to trial the use of returnable, reusable glass beverage bottles in 6 regions (including 3 college campuses) throughout Japan. The small 300ml size "R Drops" glass bottles are intended...

Health Supplement Preservative.
September 25, 2008... Tokyo based Kirin Food-Tech has announced that it is currently investigating additional applications of its "Yeast Trap" preservative coating for vitamin and mineral health supplements, etc. made from a beer yeast by-product left over after the...

Sushi & Sashimi Cooling Agent.
September 25, 2008... Hiroshima based Brother-tech has released "Shokusen Cool for Sushi" a cooling agent with antibacterial properties for placing into packs of sushi and sashimi (sliced raw fish) that keeps the contents between 7-10 degrees C cooler* than packs...

Yamaha to Use Bioplastic Material for Accessory Packaging.
September 25, 2008... Japanese motor cycle manufacturing giant Yamaha has announced its intention to switch to pouches and bags made of bio-plastic packaging material for its bike accessories and technical manuals, etc. The plastic, made from 30% corn starch,...

Ceramic Pet Cooling Bowl.
September 25, 2008... Nagasaki based T.M Enterprise has released "Pet-yoh Horyoki Cool Cera P" a ceramic bowl measuring Diameter: 210mm x H: 40mm (Weight 1.4kg) designed to keep small pets cool on hot summer days. To use, the bowl is first placed in the...

Nylon Loop Type Shoehorn.
September 25, 2008... "Sir James" from Tokyo based Troika is a unique shoehorn consisting of a nylon looped belt attached to a short handle. To use, the 19cm long loop is first placed flat in the heel part of the shoe. The handle is then pulled gently as the...

Chic Aroma Diffuser.
September 25, 2008... L'Artisan Parfumeur Japon has released "Chez Moi" a simple yet stylish aroma diffusing device that uses minute vibrations to release an aroma from a capsule inserted into its top. The oblong shaped device measures L: 17cm x W: 6cm x H: 8cm...

Marble Polish.
September 25, 2008... Cha Cha Kobo has released "Ishi Tile Coating" a coating agent specifically formulated to both protect and produce a deep, long lasting sheen on marble furniture and tile surfaces. Price: 15ml = 1,980 yen.

Fat Burning Water Beverage.
September 25, 2008... Kao has added a refreshing bitter acerola flavour to its "Healthya Water" beverage range formulated to help the body burn excess fat. The water contains a high concentration of green tea catechin (540mg / 500ml bottle) which provides...

Scent Changing Fabric and Air Deodoriser.
September 25, 2008... Kao has released a new version of its "Resesshu" 2 in 1 micro mist spray type fabric and room air freshener / deodoriser. The spray now features a mechanism that controls and alters the scent to produce two distinct fragrances - a gentle...

Transparent Heel Cushion for Pumps & Sandals.
September 25, 2008... Columbus has added "Back Belt" a transparent heel cushioning strip for pumps and sandals to its extensive "Foot Solutions" foot care range. The 10cm long, 0.5cm wide pads are made from a clear urethane plastic material and feature an...

Baby Powder Scented Deodorising Insoles.
September 25, 2008... Columbus has released "Fresh Walker Insole" a deodorising insole for women featuring a pleasant baby powder scent. The baby powder scent is contained in slow release micro-capsules that ensure the scent remains present for longer. Other...

Injection Band-Aid.
September 25, 2008... Nichiban has released "Injection Pad Mild" a round shaped, low irritant band-aid product for use in hospitals and doctors surgeries, etc designed specifically for use after receiving an injection. Features include a 3mm thick blood...

Sunvisor Type Car Air Freshener and Deodoriser.
September 25, 2008... Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals has released "Air Visor" a powerful car deodoriser and air freshening product that fits neatly to the sun visor. The compact, 1.3cm thick deodoriser features a special film coating that regulates the amount of...

Male Hormone Suppressing Men`s Hair Care Range.
September 25, 2008... Osaka based Be:Bunny's has released "Alexy" a range of 4 hair care items specifically formulated for men to help create the optimum scalp environment for healthy hair growth. Both the shampoo and treatment products contain a Japanese green...

25g Single Serving Size Cat Food.
September 25, 2008... Iris Oyama has released "Bishoku Menu Puchi Cup" a wet type cat food packaged in small 25g size single serving cups (The average cat eats between 10-40g of food at any one sitting). The small size of the cups eliminates the need to store...

Showerhead with LED Light.
September 25, 2008... Wako Seisakusho has released "Illumination Shower" a fixed type showerhead featuring a LED light. The chic, stainless steel head is attached to the ceiling of the shower and features an array of LED lights around the lower rim. The lights...

Mint Scented Clothing Patch.
September 25, 2008... Kitami Hakka Tsusho has released "Mint Patch" a mint scented patch attached to clothing that emits a pleasant and refreshing mint aroma. The 4cm x 6.5cm patch is made of a soft material containing a special aroma emitting sheet. The patch...

Desktop Air Purifier.
September 25, 2008... Tokyo based Sanko has released "USB Kuki Seijoki Desktop" a compact air purifier that plugs into a computer USB port to cleanse the air around the work station. The W: 72mm x H: 178mm size device features an internal fan and, instead of a...

Long Handled Lady's Razor for Difficlt to Reach Areas.
September 25, 2008... Kai Corporation has released "Kyamisoru" a disposable "T" shaped double bladed razor for ladies featuring a long 20cm handle that enables it to reach difficult to see hairs on the back and neck area. Other features include 2 rollers...

Ultra Thin Transparent Band-Aids.
September 25, 2008... Libatape Pharmaceutical has released "Flex Care" a range of new ultra thin band-aid items made with a highly flexible, near invisible polyurethane film. The band-aids adhere closely to the skin and flex with movements of the body to...

Non-Slip Floor Wax.
September 25, 2008... Yushiro Kagaku Kogyo has released "Best Grip" a floor wax for use in shopping centre and office building entrance ways made with a newly developed water-repelling polymer that produces a safer, non-slip surface even in wet conditions. ...

Tap Water Purifier.
September 25, 2008... Purel Baby from Wingss Kyodo Konyu is a water purifying device that attaches directly to the nozzle of the faucet. The device, originally designed for use in medical facilities, features special filter that effectively traps chlorine, ions...

Cooling Spray.
September 25, 2008... "Hinyari Spray Ryo" from Tokyo based Sosu is a refreshing mint scented spray that is applied over clothing to cool the body. The spray produces an immediate pleasant cooling sensation making it ideal for those playing outdoor sports or...

Compact Aroma Diffuser.
September 25, 2008... Alta Corporation has released "Aroma Breeze Nova Jill" a compact (L: 78mm x W: 32mm x H: 98mm) fan type aroma diffuser. The battery (1 x AA dry cell) operated device features a front opening lid with a pretty butterfly motif into which...

Room Air Purity Indicator.
September 25, 2008... Shinyei Technology has released "Kenko Kuki Navigator Air Care" a device that indicates the state of room air cleanliness and humidity using colours and pictorial symbols. The compact device measuring L: 150mm x W: 51mm x H: 85mm contains...

Portable Non-Flame Water Boiling Kit.
September 25, 2008... Yukiedo Osaka has released "Hot Maker" a portable kit for boiling water that does not involve the use of a flame. The kit consists of a cylindrical container made from polycarbonate material that opens top and bottom, a 500ml aluminium can...

Kitchen Detergent in a Chic Cosmetic Bottle.
September 25, 2008... In response to increased interest in kitchen interior design, Nissan Soap has released "Uruoi Kan" its latest kitchen detergent in an attractive deep blue, slim type pump top bottle similar to that used for cosmetic lotions. The cleanser...

Shoe Insole Range.
September 25, 2008... Akaishi has released "Arch Fitter Insoles" a range of 5 foot supporting and cushioning shoe insoles for women each designed to address a specific foot or shoe problem. Items include those designed to cushion the feet when standing for long...

Separate Top / Bottom Sleeping Bag.
September 25, 2008... Osaka based Logos Corporation has released "Susano Ou 6" an outdoor "sleeping bag" in which the top and bottom are completely separate. According to Logos, the new type sleeping bag was developed as many people new to camping find sleeping in a...

Loose Shoe Adjusting Sheets.
September 25, 2008... Toway has released "Pittatto Sole Size Chosei Sheet" a silicone rubber sheet type shoe insole for women that both cushions the feet and improves the fit of loose shoes. The insole features a sloping profile that runs from 0.75mm at its...

CD & DVD Protective Coating.
September 25, 2008... New from Landport is "Disc Barrier" a coating agent that protects the data side of CD's and DVD's from scratches. The coating produces a transparent protective membrane over the disc surface that protects read errors due to scratches. The...

Glove Type Potato Peeler.
September 25, 2008... Marine Shoji has released "Potato Glove" a pair of vinyl chloride material gloves with an array of small nodules on the surface that quickly and effectively remove the skin from the potato. To use, the potato is simply held in the hands and...

Pollen Filtering Green Tea Mask.
September 25, 2008... IBX has released "Benifuki Mask" a pollen filtering facemask containing antibacterial green tea powder particles in a special urethane filter for added effectiveness. Price: Mask = 1,260 yen, Mask with removable filter = 980 yen.

Limited Edition Lavender Scented Fabric Softener.
September 25, 2008... Lion has released its popular "Kaori No Deodorant No Sofran" antibacterial and anti-static fabric softener in a limited edition lavender fragrance. The liquid type softener is formulated with natural lavender oil in addition to a...

New Powerful Colour-Safe Bleach from Kao.
September 25, 2008... Kao has released "Wide Haita EX Power" a powerful oxygen bleach that is safe to use on both coloured and patterned fabrics. The bleach is formulated to penetrate rapidly to eliminate bacteria and odour from deep within the fabric and is...

"Sunshine Fruit" Scented Room and Bathroom Deodoriser.
September 25, 2008... Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals has added a "Sunshine Fruit" aroma to its extensive "Shoshugen" deodorising air freshener range. The "Sunshine Fruit" aroma based on south sea island tropical fruits is described as "refreshing citrus mixed with...

"Fresh Laundry" Fragrance Room Deodoriser.
September 25, 2008... Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals has added a limited edition "Clear Laundry Soap" fragrance to its "Shoshu Shabon" room air freshener and deodoriser range. The new aroma is described as "the scent of freshly laundered clothes hung out on a fine,...

New Fragrance Entrance Hall and Room Air Freshener.
September 25, 2008... Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals has added 2 new fragrances to its "Cleair" bead type entrance hall and room air freshener and deodoriser range. The new fragrances are: "Marine Blue" described as "fruity marine" and Citrus Shower" described as...

Hair Removing Pet Comb.
September 25, 2008... Sunrise Corporation has released "Pet Barber" a "T" shaped comb specially designed to effectively remove loose pet hair. Features include a sturdy, 151mm long ABS plastic handle and non-rust stainless steel teeth that have been rounded to...

Environmentally Friendly Pet Hygiene Products.
September 25, 2008... Taurus has released "Puchi Eco Series" 2 environmentally friendly pet hygiene products. The items are: "EM Biseibutsu Shoshuzai" - A deodorising spray that utilises the power of natural microbes to neutralise pet litter boxes, sleeping baskets...

Herbal Flea and Mite Repellent for Pets.
September 25, 2008... Yokohama based Advanx has released "Herbal Mist" a natural herbal type flea and mite repellent for pets. The spray is formulated with a range of natural herbal type insect repelling agents including eucalyptus and hiba (white cedar leaf)...

Electromagnetic Wave Measring Device.
September 25, 2008... Osaka based BE-S has released "GA Denjiha Tester ED-15" a compact hand held device designed to measure the strength of potentially harmful electro-magnetic waves emitted by electrical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile phones. The...

White Leather Care Range.
September 25, 2008... Columbus has released 3 new products for white leather shoes and sandals. The products are: "Crystal" - A nourishing high gloss cream formulated with wax and an organic solvent for white leather shoes. Helps prevent cracking. (Price: 35g =...

Scented Leather Cream from Columbus.
September 25, 2008... Columbus has released "Aroma Leather Cleaner" a colourless cream type leather cleaner formulated with essential oil. The solvent free cream is suitable for use on shoes, bags, coats, gloves and belts, etc and cleans delicate leather without...

Outdoor Poster Adhesive Pads.
September 25, 2008... "Wappon" from Mitsuya are adhesive pads specially designed to affix posters, etc. to external concrete or other walls where it is difficult to use conventional thumbtacks. The highly durable adhesive used on the pads is resilient to both...

T-Shaped Toothbrsh.
September 25, 2008... "T-Style" from Tokyo based Tokiwa Shokai is a unique "T" shaped toothbrush initially developed by dentists as a way of teaching young children the correct way of brushing their teeth. The brush is set 90 degrees to the handle, which...

2 New Fruit Flavoured Toothpastes from Lion.
September 25, 2008... Lion has released its "Denta Clear Max Lion" toothpaste in 2 limited edition fruit flavours - "Golden Kiwi" and "Passion Fruit". The golden kiwi flavour is described as slightly sweet with a refreshing tartness while the passion fruit is...

Moisturising UV Blocking Body Spray.
September 25, 2008... Tokyo based Future Labo has released "Future Labo V Rose Mist" a moisturising mist spray formulated with aromatic Bulgarian rose oil and rose water that blocks harmful UV rays. The spray is suitable for both the skin and hair and contains a...

Excess Hair and Blemish Covering Sun Screen.
September 25, 2008... "Nettai UV" from Tokyo based M Cube is a maximum strength SPF 50 PA+++ sun screen for use while on holiday formulated with foundation like powder particles that effectively cover blemishes and excess hair on the face, arms and legs. The...

Pearl Extract Facial Soap.
September 25, 2008... Goods Man has released "Kyoto Premium Soap" a solid type facial soap produced under the supervision of the famous Kyoto geisha Makoto. The soap is formulated with a wide range of moisturising agents including pearl extract, hydrolysed silk...

Body Cooling Bath Additives.
September 25, 2008... King Chemicals has released "Happo Yaku-yoh Nyuyokuzai European Cool" a refreshing bath additive formulated to keep the body feeling refreshingly cool and invigorated even after a hot bath during the hot summer months. The additive...

Improved Anti-Ageing Hair Care Range from Kao.
September 25, 2008... Kao has released a new and improved version of its "Segreta" anti-ageing shampoo, conditioner and treatment range formulated to address signs of hair ageing such as coarseness, loss of bounce, gloss and manageability. The range is...

Styling Range for Long Hair.
September 25, 2008... Kao has released 2 new products for styling long hair under its "Liese" hair care brand. The products are:"Liese Matomegami-yoh Momo Cream" - A smooth spreading formulation cream that spreads evenly throughout the hair to improve the...

New & Improved "Merit" Hair Care Range.
September 25, 2008... Kao has announced the release of a new and improved version of its popular "Merit" shampoo, rinse and treatment range. All items in the range feature a relaxing floral fragrance and weak acid formulation with the same pH value as the skin...

Scalp and Hair Cleansing Range from Lion.
September 25, 2008... Lion has released 2 new products as part of its "Pro Tec Head" hair and scalp care range formulated to create the optimum environment for healthy hair growth. The products are: "Gel Shampoo Type Cool" - A thick gel type anti-dandruff...

Hop Extract Scalp Treatment Range for Women.
September 25, 2008... Angfa has released "Yakuyo Scalp D Lady's" a petroleum surfactant, mineral oil and artificial colouring free shampoo and treatment hair care range specifically formulated for women. Developed in conjunction with a dermatological clinic,...

Eyebrow Dye.
September 25, 2008... Dariya has added a new "Milk Tea Brown" colour to its popular "Palty Mayu Colour" eyebrow dye range. The new colour, described as a beige base with ash highlights, is intended to match the eyebrow colour to the latest popular hair colours....

Limited Edition Autumn Lipstick Range from Max Factor.
September 25, 2008... Max Factor has announced the Japan release of "Allure Harmony Collection" a limited edition autumn lipstick colour range. The products concerned are:"Max Factor Angelic Lips" - A soft gloss lipstick available in "Burgundy brown", "Allure...

Fast Drying Waterproof Mascara from Max Factor.
September 25, 2008... Max Factor has announced the release of "Lash Dynamist Waterproof" a durable waterproof mascara formulated with treatment agents to help prevent lash brittleness and a highly effective curling agent for creating long, elegant curls. The...

Special Function Foundation Range.
September 25, 2008... B & C Laboratories has released "Clear Last Base Make Primer" a range of 4 specific function foundation products that can be selected to match the skin condition, etc of the user. The products are:"SPF 50 Foundation" - A base makeup...

New "est" Autumn Colour Range Released.
September 25, 2008... Kao has released the autumn colour line-up for its "Est" makeup range retailed exclusively via department stores. Products of note include:"Est Advanced Lips" - A fragrance free moisturising lipstick containing seaweed, olive oil and camomile...