If it’s May, then it’s time for our annual look at the skin care market, which is always a popular feature with our readers. And why not? The segment continues to make gains year after year, no matter what the economy is doing. Things are really starting to heat up as more men take an interest in their skin and younger consumers aren’t waiting for their first wrinkle to appear before trying out a skin care formula. Our coverage of this important category includes a look at the fast-growing laser market. For most Happi readers, however, skin care still revolves around chemistry. To get a better idea of the newest ideas in skin care, read About Face on Happi.com.
   
Years ago, we started including new ingredient listings in many of our feature articles after readers told us they wanted a fast, easy way to find out what’s new from industry suppliers. We like to clicking through our site, Happi.com, is the easiest way to learn more about new ideas in skin care.
   
But for those of you who prefer to pound the pavement in search of the latest peptide or emollient, be sure to visit Supplier’s Day, sponsored by the New York Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists. This year’s big event will be held May 13 and 14 at the Raritan Center in Edison, NJ.
   
The Happi staff will be out in full force during Supplier’s Day, uncovering what’s new and writing all about it for our special e-newsletter that reaches more than 14,000 subscribers around the world. To sign up for the e-newsletter, visit Happi.com. While you’re there, take some time to check out the new look of our website and tell us what you think.
   
But skin care is only a portion of what's on our site. Be sure to check out our annual look at the preservative market and read Daily Dose of Style to find out the latest in the fashion-driven world of hairstyling.