Archives for April 11, 2007

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Rare orchid excites French cosmetics industry

By  Louise Prance

In a move that highlights a commitement to sustainable development, the French cosmetics industry is poised to start using a rare Madagascar Orchid that is sustainably sourced.

IFRA aims to restructure fragrance industry

By  Louise Prance

Continuing its pledge to reform the fragrance industry with its revised code of practice, the IFRA has released a revised Quantitative Risk Assessment booklet in a bid to educate the industry further on the recent 42nd amendment.

Parlux gets Nasdaq extension for quarterly results

By  Simon Pitman

Parlux says it has received an extension for the continued listing of its shares on the Nasdaq, which in turn grants it more time to file its quarterly results ending December 30.

Munich based packaging designer receives iF award

By  Louise Prance

Munich based designer, Dieter Bakic has received acclaim from the iF product design awards 2007, with two of his cosmetic packaging designs for giants Beiersdorf and Shiseido receiving the coveted award.

Symrise starts international citrus offensive

By  Jess Halliday

Symrise has unveiled plans to expand its citrus fragrance and flavour activities, with building underway for a new centre located close to the source of high-quality, natural fruits in Brazil.

Wrinkle treatment also proves effective in beating acne

By  Simon Pitman

Life sciences product developer Senetek says it has initiated trials that will determine the efficacy of its Pyratine 6 compound on acne Rosacea, having evaluated positive results through separate trials comparing it to Kinetin, the company's original...