LATIN AMERICA’S BIODIVERSITY OFFERS COSMETICS COMPANIES RICH CHOICES OVER INGREDIENTS
July 1st, 2010
BY PACIFICA GODDARD
THE ORGANIC cosmetics market has been booming over the last few years, generating substantial consumer interest in the US and Europe. As cosmetics companies scramble to offer the latest, most effective natural ingredients, many are turning to the biodiverse region of Latin America for inspiration.
"The market for Latin American ingredients is quickly gaining strength. For example Avon has launched a new line called Avon Naturals, made only with native ingredients from Latin America including avocados, bananas, mangos, and even ...
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