Solazyme inks deal to take alguronic acid line across the pond
Solazyme has struck a deal to take its anti-aging skin care line, containing its alguronic acid ingredient, to the UK.
Archives for July 27, 2011
Pink is the new black when it comes to prestige color cosmetics
So far this year, women in the US are looking for bold and bright eye and nail colors and soft lip shades when buying cosmetics, and this in turn is helping prestige beauty sales soar this summer.
Packagers must adapt to the market needs to stay on top, says DuPont
Packaging companies need to adapt to market trends and the needs of the industry if they are to prevail in the personal care industry, according to Switzerland-based DuPont.
Big gains in Latin America help push Avon Q2 profits
Avon has reported a big gain in its net profit for the second quarter, driven by gains in Latin America, where Mexico and Brazil led the way.
Acquisitions the key to unlock personal care for Naturex
As it looks to bolster its personal care business, the natural ingredients supplier is eyeing a couple of acquisitions in the cosmetics industry in order to strengthen its position in the market.
L’Occitane second quarter results up despite disappointing results from France and US
French organic cosmetics company L’Occitane has posted an overall growth percentage for Q1 despite disappointing results in two of its largest markets.
BASF sales boom, but profits hit by oil supply problems
BASF has reported double digit sales gains on an improved global economic environment, but profitability is hit by oil supply problems.