Estee Lauder raises outlook on strong profits
Profits are up at Estee Lauder, prompting the company to increase its full-year outlook, driven by strong sales growth in all categories together with the benefits of cost saving initiatives.
Archives for February 1, 2007
Intercharm 2007 to focus on growth in Russian market
The annual global beauty event Intercharm, held in Russia, will this year act as a platform to highlight on the continued growth and potential of the Russian cosmetics market.
Are fragrances a Valentine's Day gift of the past?
With the most romantic period of the year fast approaching, cosmetic and fragrance manufacturers are emerged in a battle to entice the lucrative Valentines Day shopper - with the launch of numerous gift and beauty products.
Investment firm buys luxury skin care brand Philosophy
Luxury US skin care brand Philosophy has been bought up by the Carlyle Group, in a move that aims to further expand the brand's product portfolio and retail reach.
Strong fragrance sales lead IFF to recovery
Leading US flavor and fragrance firm IFF has reported strong growth in its fourth quarter and full year, indicating that the company could be coming up for air after a tough year in 2005.
Cropwatch increase campaign to boycott IFRA amendment
Independent watchdog for the aroma trade Cropwatch has upped its campaign to boycott the International Fragrance Association's (IFRA) recent 40th amendment to its voluntary code of practice with a new online petition.
Breast growth in young boys blamed on essential oils
A US study has linked the incidence of abnormal breast growth in young boys to cosmetic products formulated with lavender and tea tree oil.
Boots unveil new plant extract set to take naturals industry by storm
The cosmetic benefits of the traditional Scottish plant Sweet Gale have been harnessed by UK beauty retailer Boots in a new skin care line to be launched for its leading Botanics natural range.