Avon hit by flat US dollar sales and fresh SEC China probe
Avon third quarter US dollar sales were virtually flat, while a renewed SEC probe into bribes in China meant the company’s stock value has plummeted to a year low.
Archives for November 3, 2011
Lack of information about cosmetic ingredients could expose celiac patients to gluten
A new study has found that using some cosmetic products on the lips, face and body could unknowingly expose celiac patients to gluten – an ingredient they need to avoid.
IFF expansion prompted by changing consumer needs in Middle East
International Flavors and Fragrances has expanded its operations in the Middle East to target the growth potential and meet changing consumer needs with a new facility in Dubai.
Unilever Q3 growth driven by personal care and emerging markets
Thanks to strong growth in personal care, driven by acquisitions and the emerging markets, Unilever has continued its strong growth in the third quarter of the year.
Economic climate stalls natural and organic sales growth but the future looks bright
New research from Organic Monitor has found that the growth rate of global sales of natural and organic beauty products is slowing because of the weak economic climate, although figures are expected to climb by $5bn (€3.7bn) in the next four years.