Spray Patterns AVA CARIDAD Editorial Director The Western Aerosol Information Bureau (WAIB) and the National Aerosol Association (NAA), at the suggestion of the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Chairman of the Board William Burke, met with SCAQMD Board Members in an effort to acquaint the Board with the two organizations, what they have done to date (e.g. significant volatile organic compound VOC reductions) and some challenges going forward, such as SCAQMD’s attempt to regulate consumer products and low vapor pressure (LVPs). Individual meetings occurred over several months and included many people who gave their time to make the meetings effective. Pictured is one of several such groups: (L to R) Bill Auriemma, Diversified CPC; Doug Raymond, 3R (NAA); Janice Rutherford, Supervisor of SCAQMD Board, San Bernardino County; Roger Vanderlaan, Shield Packaging (President of WAIB); and Mike Freeman, WD-40 Co. The U.S. prestige beauty market reached $3.2 billion in third quarter retail sales, a 7% increase from a year ago, according to global information company The NPD Group. Skin care sales rose 2% to $1 billion, helped along by summer demand for sun care products, which rose 9%. NPD noted that while facial skin care sales were nearly flat, gains were made in facial cleansers (+6%), acne treatment (+3%) and skin care masks (+23%). Fragrance sales increased 2% to just over $683 million. NPD said sales increased 5% in Q3, but the overall fragrance category was subdued due to an 11% decline in gift sets—a trend that may continue even into the holiday season. Overall, makeup sales reached $1.5 billion in Q3. “The U.S. prestige beauty market is in a state of renewal and flux,” said Karen Grant, NPD Group Global Beauty Industry Analyst. “What this performance means heading into Q4 and the holidays is that while high-end skin care and gift sets have been the drivers of performance in the past, what’s driving the industry today has changed. Fragrance sales are dynamic in core components like scents, while gift sets are becoming less prominent. The lines continue to blur between makeup and skin care as consumers look for immediate results through makeup and rediscover smaller primary care categories in skin care. Coming off the robust growth we’ve had throughout the year, all indications are that we can be optimistic in expecting a positive quarter and holiday season.” 54 Spray December 2015 In October, the Delta Environmental Center (DEC) and National Recycling Forum unveiled a contemporary and refurbished walk-through display that helps visitors grasp how they can make a difference by recycling various materials and packaging. Situated in the heart of the 104-hectare (257 acre) Delta Park, northwest of Johannesburg, South Africa, the environmental center provides education and training on the sustainable use of resources. The Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association of South Africa (AMA) has a section concerning current aerosol recycling practices, using Infographics to educate visitors. Other sections cover glass, plastic, paper, used oil and electronic waste recycling. Robert Brands, President & CEO of VariBlend Dual Dispensing Systems, published a book titled Robert’s Rules of Innovation II: The Art of Implementation, available nationally on Dec. 8. Brands’ hands-on approach builds upon the teachings of his first book, Robert’s Rules of Innovation: A Ten-Step Program for Corporate Survival; in his second book, Brands introduces readers to the most recent thinking of his international network and details the steps needed to permanently implement a culture of innovation in one’s work environment. Zephex, Mexichem’s brand of HFA medical propellants, celebrated twenty years of manufacturing at its dedicated facility in Cheshire, UK. Since its introduction in 1995, Zephex propellants have been used in over 3.5 billion inhalers, helping more than 100 million people who suffer from respiratory problems such as asthma every year. Working to stringent current Good Manufacturing Processes, the company is the only supplier of its kind to be audited by both the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and UK Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), according to the company. Pictured: David Parr, Chief Executive, Halton Borough Council (right) presents a commemorative plaque to Tim Noakes, Mexichem Medical Products Technical Associate.
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