Archives for December 5, 2006

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FDA approves trials for new anti-wrinkle surgery

By  Louise Prance

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved potential clinical trials on a new surgical treatment for wrinkles, CosmetaLife, which could rival established treatments such as Restylane and Botox.

SK-II range back on China store shelves

By  Simon Pitman

Proctor & Gamble is back on the road to redemption in China after its SK-II range re-appeared on store shelves this week following a ban brought about by a scare relating to traces of heavy metals that were found in formulations.

Alberto-Culver restructuring means job losses

By  Simon Pitman

Following the separation of its Sally Beauty business, hair care specialist Alberto-Culver is restructuring its operations to give way to greater efficiency, which will include the consolidation of its two marketing departments to create one division.

New natural skin care range target US online market

By  Louise Prance

An Australian chemical-free skin care range has been launched in the US, targeting the premium market and online retail industry with its high-end natural products that are only available on line.

Chinese men look set to become new focus for cosmetic producers

By  Simon Pitman

With world leading market growth China has long been the focus for international cosmetics producers. But as the market there evolves, it seems that a new-found confidence amongst rban Chinese males is causing them to spend more and more and more on...