Archives for October 26, 2006

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Grape seed extracts could improve skin from within

By  Stephen Daniells

A dietary supplement of oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPC) could reduce reddening of the skin by 13 per cent, scientists from Hamburg-based Bioskin GmbH have reported, research sure to be welcomed by Europe's burgeoning oral beauty products sector.

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Nanotechnology safety: Back under the microscope

The debate on nanotechnology continues to rage. For every expert claiming that the nanotechnology application they have developed is safe, there is one claiming that caution and further research have to be undertaken. So who is right?

Banana Republic deal drives Inter Parfums sales

By  staff reporter

On the back of its new shipments to Banana Republic stores and higher Burberry sales, Inter Parfums has reported a 19 per cent hike in sales, prompting it to increase its outlook for the 2006 financial year.