Henkel appoints new head of Consumer Goods
German-based cosmetics company Henkel has announced that Stefan Sudhoff, corporate senior vice president cosmetics/toiletries, has been appointed to lead Henkel Consumer Goods, succeeding Georg Baratta.
Archives for October 20, 2010
CSR and sustainability key to improving company image in cosmetics
Cosmetics firms’ communications often stress ethical and social responsibility credentials, but these words need to be matched by actions according to New Ethics Institute founder Rainer Plum.
Rhodia increases production of sandalwood ingredient in China
France-based speciality chemicals company Rhodia is increasing the production capacity of its sandalwood fragrance ingredient Rhodiantal IBCH (Isobornylcyclohexanol) in China in order to strengthen the position of its Aroma Performance business unit in Asia.
Beauty segment aids AptarGroup Q3 growth
Packaging firm AptarGroup posted better-than-expected Q3 results helped by strong growth in its beauty & home and closures segments; but predicts a difficult end to the year.
Cederroth acquires Polish cosmetics manufacturer Dermika
The Soraya subsidiary of Poland-based consumer products company Cederroth has acquired the Polish cosmetics manufacturer Dermika for an undisclosed sum.
The grey area between beauty claims and health claims
Are beauty from within products covered by the health claims regulation? Eversheds lawyer Owen Warnock explains the grey area between beauty and health – and why the lack of clarity may eventually go to court.