Oriflame Q3 results below market expectations
Swedish direct sales group Oriflame has announced a strong set of third quarter results, although profits did come in below some market expectations.
Archives for October 26, 2005
EU changes animal by-products guidance
The EU has produced an updated report on its guidance for the use of animal by-products. Currently the ruling does not apply to cosmetic products and packaging, but if the report is heeded, the ruling looks set to change that.
Tesco launches two no frills ranges
Tapping into a slowing retail market in the UK, Tesco has launched a ski and a cosmetics range both aimed at providing value-added products free of frills and fancy packaging.
P&G poised to become biggest player in the UK
Procter & Gamble will become the biggest player in the UK cosmetic and toiletry markers once its merger with Gillette is complete, over-taking current market leader Unilever. But it may not be a smooth path ahead, a market report warns.