Brazil government hits Natura with tax fine
The Brazil-based cosmetics company has been given a hefty fine after the government accused it of tax avoidance, a move that has sent share prices tumbling.
Archives for January 8, 2013
Ileos strengthens beauty packaging print with acquisition in the US
Cosmetics and beauty packager Ileos has stepped into the New Year by bolstering its footprint in the contract filling and samples segment with the acquisition of Le Papillon.
Free seminar outlines latest innovations for formulators
Alfa Chemicals and Gattefossé UK are holding a free one day seminar aimed at underlining some of the latest innovations available to cosmetic chemists.
Consumers must also be vigilant to ensure hair care safety
As the Colour with Confidence campaign in the UK gets into full swing, hair stylists are urging caution on consumers’ side too, stressing the importance of allergy tests when using hair products.
SEPPIC inks deal with Biotech Marine in specialty ingredients boost
French firm SEPPIC’s parent company Air Liquide has bolstered its activity in the specialty ingredients market with the acquisition of BiotechMarine, a company that specialises in the design and marketing of bio-based, cosmetic active ingredients made...
Time for India to harmonize animal testing policy with US and EU, says MP
Following the announcement in Israel to ban imports of animal tested cosmetics, India may now make the bold step to outlaw such products.