L'Oreal extends Russian business with new plant
Cosmetics giant L'Oréal is investing in a new Russian factory south west of Moscow in an attempt to capitalise on this ever expanding market.
Archives for June 24, 2008
CES defends silicone use in personal care
The European trade body for silicones has hit back against claims that the chemical family is threatened in personal care by alternatives and alleged environmental risks.
Dow Chemical increases prices again to fight relentless cost inflation
Dow Chemical has announced another round of major price hikes to offset continued cost rises only weeks after increasing prices by up to 20 percent.
Shiseido files suit against Chinese competitors
Shiseido has filed a lawsuit against a number of Chinese cosmetics manufacturers for alleged trademark infringements of its cosmetics products.
Unilever appoints new head of research and development
Genevieve Berger has been appointed chief research and development officer, a newly created position aimed at consolidating the company's focus on scientific discovery.
Dow Corning develops hair care formulations
Chemicals player Dow Corning has developed six hair care formulations using its silicone-based 2-2078 Fluid that tap into the trend for multi-functional products.