Archives for May 25, 2004

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Natura's successful IPO is oversubscribed, share prices rise

Shares in Natura Cosmeticos stock, which was listed on Brazil's Novo Mercado, Wednesday, rose 12 per cent in heavy early afternoon trade as the country's first IPO in more than two years proved popular with investors, writes Louise Sheridan.

Beiersdorf launches UV protection hair products in Germany

German-based Beiersdorf has launched seasonal hair care products on the domestic market under the celebrity stylist Marlies Möller brand that aim to protect the hair from the effects of UV radiation, salt and chlorine, writes Louise Sheridan.

Celebrity fragrances: What price, fame?

As the curtain rises on next week's World Perfumery Congress in France, no doubt the industry's noses and company executives will discuss Estée Lauder's Sean John and Beyoncé fragrances and Britney Spears' collaboration with Elizabeth Arden. But what,...