Archives for September 18, 2006

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Nordic cosmetic player mulls IPO

By  Simon Pitman

With a number of companies said to be interested in buying up the company, an executive of Finland-based Lumene Cosmetics says that a stock market listing could be a strong possibility, as the company continues to see strong growth on the back of...

Fujifilm poised to become major cosmetic player

By  Simon Pitman

Fuji Photo Film says it has entered the health and beauty business through the expansion of its existing life science business, marked by the launch of a functional skin care range and an 'internal care' product range.

Are Botox users becoming dependent?

By  Simon Pitman

A new study suggests that the continued rise in the use of Botox injections to prevent wrinkles might be partly attributable to the fact that many patients find the injections addictive.

Revlon switches CEO as pressure mounts over performance

By  Simon Pitman

Mass cosmetics maker Revlon has said that president and chief executive Jack Stahl will be leaving the company to be replaced by CFO David Kennedy, as the company struggles with lackluster sales and mounting debts.