Archives for January 30, 2008

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Leading firms remove shark oil from formulations

By Guy Montague-Jones

Leading cosmetics companies are phasing out the use of shark liver oil in skin care formulations in response to growing to pressure from environmental campaigners.

Fragrance: a Valantine's Day winner?

By  Katie Bird

Valentine's Day fragrance sales were particularly strong in 2007 says market research company NPD Group - so will 2008's innovative gift ideas manage to maintain the trend?

PZ Cussons acquires premium spa brand

By  Guy Montague-Jones

Imperial Leather manufacturer PZ Cussons has acquired Sanctuary Spa Holdings for £75m (€101m) in an effort to develop its presence in the premium personal care market in the UK.

Parfum d'image renamed to reflect global identity

By  Simon Pitman

France-based personal care contract manufacturer Parfum d'image has changed its name to MAESA, reflecting its more global scope following a recent business acquisition in the US.