Cosmetics International articles from August 2006

Cosmetics International archives from August 2006

Superdrug braces for latest Beckham launch.
August 18, 2006... Celebrity couple David and Victoria Beckham are preparing to launch their latest fragrance in collaboration with licensee Coty Beauty. The duet of his and hers scents, called Intimately Beckham, will be available from Superdrug stores in the UK...

Chopard postpones UK men's scent launch.(Chopard Pour Homme)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... The UK launch of Chopard's pillar male fragrance, Chopard Pour Homme, has been postponed, according to distributor Selective Beauty. The new male signature scent was originally due on counter next month but has been put on hold while...

Indian personal care group Hindustan Lever Limited, a subsidiary of Unilever, is integrating its Bangalore and Mumbai corporate offices in a new state-of-the-art campus at Andheri in Mumbai.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... INDIAN PERSONAL care group Hindustan Lever Limited, a subsidiary of Unilever, is integrating its Bangalore and Mumbai corporate offices in a new state-of-the-art campus at Andheri in Mumbai. The transition to the new site will be completed in...

American Spa company Sleek MedSpa has acquired SkinKlinic's Fifth Avenue flagship making it the sixth Sleek location in the US.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... AMERICAN SPA company Sleek MedSpa has acquired SkinKlinic's Fifth Avenue flagship making it the sixth Sleek location in the US. The move is part of an aggressive expansion programme by Sleek which plans to open an additional 15 locations in...

Australian model and business woman Elle Macpherson has been signed as the face of cult antipodean beauty brand ModelCo.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... AUSTRALIAN MODEL and business woman Elle Macpherson has been signed as the face of cult antipodean beauty brand ModelCo. Macpherson will represent the brand's Erase Those Fine Lines, an anti-ageing product designed for women over the age of 30....

Colour cosmetics brand Smashbox is entering the South African market where it will be stocked by niche multi-brand retailer, Metropolitan Cosmetics.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... COLOUR COSMETICS brand Smashbox is entering the South African market where it will be stocked by niche multi-brand retailer, Metropolitan Cosmetics. The full 250-sku range will initially be stocked in three stores in Johannesburg and Cape Town....

HBA Health and Beauty America is presenting its first Annual HBA Regulatory Summit to be held on 13 September as part of the HBA 2006 Educational Conference Programme.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... HBA HEALTH and Beauty America is presenting its first Annual HBA Regulatory Summit to be held on 13 September as part of the HBA 2006 Educational Conference Programme. It forms part of the 14th HBA which takes place from 12 to 14 September in...

Johnson & Johnson mooted to bid for top Asia cosmetics company.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)(Dabao Cosmetics Co.)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is reported to be taking over one of the largest cosmetics companies in China--Beijing Dabao Cosmetics Co. The companies are said to have concluded their negotiations and have submitted their proposal to regulatory...

China tightens regulatory grip on direct selling operations.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... The Chinese government has tightened its direct selling regulations as nine foreign firms and 16 domestic companies await licences to begin door-to-door operations in the developing market, according to China Daily. Currently just five...

Eucerin breaks into China.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... German beauty giant Beiersdorf has set its sights on becoming the top dermocosmetic brand in China by extending its sensitive skin care line Eucerin in a bid to beat off competition from L'Oreal's Vichy and Avene from Pierre Fabre. ...

Boots set to expand in US through CVS & Target.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)(Boots Retail USA)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Boots Retail USA is in the advanced stage of negotiations with both CVS Pharmacy and Target Stores to introduce its beauty brands into more US doors. A wide-range of Boots collections, including No.7, Botanics, Mediterranean, Sleep and...

Laura Mercier joins Amway under Alticor beauty umbrella.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Luxury American bath and cosmetics brand Laura Mercier has been bought by personal products and household goods company Alticor Inc through the acquisition of Mercier licensee, Gurwitch Products. The move places the prestige brand, which...

P&G sues over Olay copycat.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... The Procter & Gamble Company has filed a lawsuit against private label beauty manufacturer Perrigo New York for infringements regarding the beauty giant's Olay brand. The company claims intellectual property infringement by Perrigo New...

US nail care market falls flat.(INTERNATIONAL NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Sales of nail colour and care products in the US have fallen nine per cent in the last five years and the trend is predicted to continue through to 2010 unless manufacturers embrace new opportunities in ethnic products, according to a new...

Spanish cosmetics and perfumery chain Disperfum has acquired rival Perfumerias Dalper in a move that brings Disperfum's nationwide network to a total of 31 outlets.(EUROPEAN NEWS)
August 18, 2006... SPANISH COSMETICS and perfumery chain Disperfum has acquired rival Perfumerias Dalper in a move that brings Disperfum's nationwide network to a total of 31 outlets. The seven former Perfumerias Dalper stores are mainly located in southeastern...

Heightened security measures in UK airports recently saw everyday personal care and cosmetics products banned from travellers' hand luggage after a terrorist plot involving aircraft was foiled by police.(EUROPEAN NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... HEIGHTENED SECURITY measures in UK airports recently saw everyday personal care and cosmetics products banned from travellers' hand luggage after a terrorist plot involving aircraft was foiled by police. Liquids such as hair gel were among the...

Kao Brands Europe has launched a high scale television advertising campaign in the UK for its most recent hair product, John Frieda Luminous Colour Glaze.(EUROPEAN NEWS)
August 18, 2006... KAO BRANDS Europe has launched a high scale television advertising campaign in the UK for its most recent hair product, John Frieda Luminous Colour Glaze. It is the first time the complete colour care selection will be represented in one ad...

The England cricket team has found a new sponsor in Procter & Gamble brand Boss Skin.(EUROPEAN NEWS)
August 18, 2006... THE ENGLAND cricket team has found a new sponsor in Procter & Gamble brand Boss Skin. The team, which has yielded a fresh batch of male sports idols such as 'Freddie" Flintoff, is attracting sponsorship attention more normally reserved for...

Lush lobbies Eurocrats over animal testing.
August 18, 2006... British handmade cosmetics retailer Lush has launched a campaign against European legislation which the company says would see a return to animal testing for thousands of ingredients used in cosmetics and body care products. The company...

The Sanctuary out to reinforce luxury positioning at POS.(EUROPEAN NEWS)(point of sale advertising)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... British spa brand, The Sanctuary, is to trial assisted selling in some Boots stores to reinforce the line's luxury positioning. Alice Avis, ceo, told Cosmetics International, that illuminated shelving was also being explored. "Consumers...

Origins unveils 'ecochic' look ...(EUROPEAN NEWS)
August 18, 2006... ORIGINS UNVEILS 'ECOCHIC' LOOK... Estee Lauder-owned natural beauty brand Origins has transformed its sales area in the exclusive London department store Harrods. The new 'eco chic' design aims to showcase the brand's wellness platform in a...

L'Occitane launches first UK ad campaign.(EUROPEAN NEWS)
August 18, 2006... French naturals company L'Occitane En Provence is exploring new territory in the UK with the launch of its first ever advertising campaign. The 100,000 [pounds sterling] print campaign will appear in four women's glossy magazines for six...

Russian mass market reaching saturation point.(EUROPEAN NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... The Russian perfumery and cosmetics market grew by 13 per cent last year as domestic and international companies continued to exploit new business opportunities, according to new data from Expo Media Group Staraya Krepost. Hair care...

Caudalie to open first Spanish spa.(EUROPEAN NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... French spa brand Caudalie is taking its wine inspired treatments to the Rioja region of Spain. The 'vinotherapie' spa will be located in the new Marques de Riscal hotel in the heart of the Rioja Alavesa region. Designed and built by Frank O...

YSL still addicted to Opium ...(EUROPEAN NEWS)(Yves Saint Laurent)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... YSL STILL ADDICTED TO OPIUM... British super model Kate Moss has been replaced as the face of Opium by 25-year-old Italian Mariacarla Boscono, as the 30-year-old Yves Saint Laurent fragrance gets an image overhaul in a new advertising...

Inter Parfums powers ahead.(FINANCIAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... Inter Parfums reports robust growth. Second quarter net sales soared 15 per cent compared to the same quarter period in 2005 to just over $70m. First half yearly sales also fizzed, at almost seven per cent ahead of last year. Inter Parfums'...

Kanebo accountants avoid doing time.(FINANCIAL NEWS)(Kuniaki Sato, Kazutoshi Kanda, and Seiichiro Tokumi)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Three former accountants employed by auditing company ChuoAoyama Pricewaterhouse Coopers have avoided doing time in jail. Tokyo District Court gave suspended prison terms last week to ex accountants Kuniaki Sato, 64, Kazutoshi Kanda, 56 and...

Avon earnings fall sharply.(FINANCIAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... Avon had hoped for better for its second quarter results. No such luck. Earnings were sharply down--$150.9m compared to $328m for the same period last year--a 54 per cent plunge. However revenue climbed five per cent to $2.08bn, compared to...

MBO for Badgequo.(FINANCIAL NEWS)(management buy-out)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... UK-based cosmetics maker Badgequo has been bought by its own managing director Kai Arter in a 3m [pounds sterling] management buy-out (MBO) deal. Arter, a former KPMG accountant, says he intends to increase customer service and introduce...

Raw materials cost hike dent Lonza's H1 results.(FINANCIAL NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Chemicals group Lonza has blamed rising raw material costs on lower than expected first half year profits. Net profits rose from SFr87m to SFr96, a result below par for the industry average. However sales put on some shine, rising 15.5 per...

Kalina profits stumble.(FINANCIAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... Leading Russian cosmetics maker Kalina has seen net profits slip in the first half of 2006. Pre-tax profits dropped to $17m between January and June--almost a 12 per cent fall for the Urals-based manufacturer, which also owns a majority stake...

Oriflame profits step up gear in last quarter.(FINANCIAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... Strong sales from the CIS and Baltic states helped Oriflame's second quarter pre-tax sales ramp up 24 per cent. Oriflame were also buoyed by helpful currency shifts and productivity gains--boosted by the launch of an extra catalogue. Latin...

Unilever sales push forward.(FINANCIAL NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Dove brand owner Unilever has seen turnover rise six per cent--to 13.5bn [pounds sterling]--for the first half of 2006. Pre-tax profits for the first six months of 2006 soared 19 per cent, hitting 2.7bn [euro]--and second quarter results also...

Nu Skin profits slip.(Nu Skin Enterprises Inc.)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Direct seller Nu Skin has seen latest quarter profits eroded due to sales fails in Asia and China. Last quarter profits tumbled 38 per cent and net income slipped to just over $14m($22.8m in 2005). However Nu Skin has upped its total year...

IFF see profits boost.(FINANCIAL NEWS)
August 18, 2006... IFF SEE PROFITS BOOST... More second quarter good news: International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) have chalked up strong second quarter profits, earning $61.2m compared to $56.7m this time a year ago. These results pushed earnings per share...

Shares latest.(Statistical table)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... > SHARES LATEST NAME VALUE AT VALUE AT ACTUAL 07/07/06 21/07/06 % CHANGE BIGGEST GAINERS (biggest gainers from top) REVLON 'A' US$0.89 ...

YSL unveils heir to Kouros.(FRAGRANCE FOCUS)
August 18, 2006... Following in the footsteps of the highly successful Kouros, the new male fragrance from YSL Beaute has a lot to live up to. But the Gucci Group-owned company says it has distilled the essence of the brand in L'Homme Yves Saint Laurent for the...

Lancome relives its Miracle.(FRAGRANCE FOCUS)(Miracle Forever)(Lancome Parfumes et Cie)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Lancome is extending its Miracle fragrance line with the release of Miracle Forever next month, six years after the launch of the original perfume. The new scent will be on counter at the end of September and is being marketed as a younger...

Fragrance focus.(Francis Kurkdjian )(Biography)
August 18, 2006... As his latest fragrances prepare to enter the world stage, acclaimed nose Francis Kurkdjian talks to Cosmetics International about his work as one of France's most prolific perfumers... With more than 30 commercial fragrances and his own...

Fruity solution for problem skin.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Organic Californian skin care company Juice Beauty has formulated a new range based on organic juice concentrates to treat ageing and problem skin and smooth fine lines, firm skin and clear blemishes. The Green Apple Collection features...

Naturals company targets 10-year-olds.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Young & Pure)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Teenagers and children as young as 10 are being targeted by the latest natural skin care range to hit the shelves. New British company Young & Pure aims to fill a gap in the market spotted by founder Lianne Miller. The range utilises...

Bourjois's looking lovely.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Rouge Lovely)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Chanel-owned Bourjois is welcoming the new season with two new lipsticks in nine shades under the Rouge Lovely range. The formulation for both Rouge Lovely Bijou and Rouge Lovely Pearl contains apple extract, UVA and UVB filters and vitamin...

Clarins is adding a new range to its sun care product line for the travel retail sector.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... CLARINS IS adding a new range to its sun care product line for the travel retail sector. The Sun Care For Face products fight the ageing effects of the sun and include Sun Wrinkle Control Cream Rapid Tanning SPF 8, Sun Wrinkle Control Cream...

High-tech naturals company Origins is to donate 1 [pounds sterling] for every Ginger Essence Sensuous skin scent.(PRODUCT NEWS)
August 18, 2006... HIGH-TECH NATURALS company Origins is to donate 1 [pounds sterling] for every Ginger Essence Sensuous skin scent, Ginger Essence Intensfied fragrance, incredible Spreadable Scrub Ginger Body Smoother and Ginger Souffle Whipped body cream sold...

Wax away is introducing a facial waxing kit to its product line.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... WAX AWAY is introducing a facial waxing kit to its product line. Wax Away Facial Wand Kit (5.95 [pounds sterling]) promises hair-free skin for up to six weeks and can be used on the upper lip, chin, sides of the face and even eyebrows. The gel...

L'Oreal Paris is relaunching its Studio Line range of hair care products in September.(PRODUCT NEWS)
August 18, 2006... L'OREAL PARIS is relaunching its Studio Line range of hair care products in September. The range has been repackaged in bright pink for the Hot range, in white and translucent bottles for Invisi'FX while the Extreme Looks line is now in purple...

Clinique updates old favourite.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Clinique Laboratories Inc.)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... More than 30 years after the launch Aromatics Elixir, Clinique has created a new way to wear its classic first fragrance with a liquid perfume gel that is smoothed onto the skin with the fingertips. The alcohol-free formula of Aromatics...

Decleor shows its experience.(skin cream launched)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Aroma skin care specialist Decl6or has unveiled its latest advance in the battle against ageing and wrinkles with the introduction of a new range formulated especially for women over the age of 40. Experience De L'Age features four key...

Ahava widens Dead Sea concept.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Ahava UK has launched a new range based on the natural ingredients of Dead Sea mineral and desert plants. The Pure home spa range is scented with apples and mandarin-cedarwood to give consumers a rich sensory experience while they use...

AMC Beauty is to launch a pair of fragrances aimed at the teenage market and inspired by the hit US television series, The O.C. Female fragrance, The O.C. for Her, is a fruity floral scent and The O.C. for Him combines sea spray and black pepper.(PRODUCT NEWS)
August 18, 2006... AMC BEAUTY is to launch a pair of fragrances aimed at the teenage market and inspired by the hit US television series, The O.C. Female fragrance, The O.C. for Her, is a fruity floral scent and The O.C. for Him combines sea spray and black...

Sothys Paris is following the whitening trend more usually associated with the Asian market by introducing the W line.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... SOTHYS PARIS is following the whitening trend more usually associated with the Asian market by introducing the W line. A complex of brown algae, white tea and chamomile acts together to stop the skin pigmenting itself. The active ingredients...

American hand lotion Gloves in a Bottle has been launched into the UK market by distribution company Abbliss Ltd.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... AMERICAN HAND lotion Gloves in a Bottle has been launched into the UK market by distribution company Abbliss Ltd. The lotion covers hands in a waterproof shield that bonds with the skin to prevent against dryness caused by repeated washing. The...

Beiersdorf owned Nivea is launching two new lines for blonde and stressed hair.(PRODUCT NEWS)
August 18, 2006... BEIERSDORF OWNED Nivea is launching two new lines for blonde and stressed hair. Shampoo Blonde is for light hair that uses a patent pending formula containing wheat germ and sunflower extracts, UV filters and antioxidants. The range for...

Crabtree Evelyn aims to tap younger market.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Lost and Found)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... US bath and body product company Crabtree & Evelyn is trying to lure younger consumers through its doors with the addition of two new scents to its fragrance stable. The duet of fragrances, Lost and Found, aims to appeal to younger women...

France tops anti-ageing table.(STATISTICS IN FOCUS)
August 18, 2006... * France is the market most involved in anti-ageing products with 14 per cent of French women using them in an average week compared to an average of 8 per cent in the rest of Europe. * French women are more likely to seek more...

Sara Lee extends Radox to deo.(PRODUCT NEWS)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Bath and shower products specialist Radox has entered the deodorant market with the launch of its first ever line of anti-perspirants. The new Radox Daily Elements range includes three 24-hour deodorants in Fresh Aqua, Dry Stone and Cool Air,...

Schwan-Stabilo colours the world.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... German contract cosmetics manufacturer Schwan-Stabilo has unveiled its colour trends for 2007 which have been inspired by places from around the world. The summer collection features the Trondheim, Deauville and Macao colour ranges and the...

Royston improves wrap labels.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)(Royston Labels )
August 18, 2006... Label manufacturer Royston Labels has introduced the latest addition to its portfolio. Wrapeel is a label construction that incorporates peel and reseal technology on a section of a self-adhesive wraparound label. Peel and reseal is widely...

Lessonia develops exfoliator grades.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)
August 18, 2006... French natural ingredients supplier Lessonia has created four new exfoliators with extracts of argan nut, bamboo, guarana and pearl. Each ingredient is 100 per cent natural and offers a distinct texture, fragrance and colour that can be...

Rexam Dispensing Systems is offering a three-day delivery service for its F31 pump for the 1.5ml Sofilux perfume sampler from September.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)
August 18, 2006... REXAM DISPENSING Systems is offering a three-day delivery service for its F31 pump for the 1.5ml Sofilux perfume sampler from September. The new deadline aims at improving support for perfume launches in Europe.

Reed Exhibitions Ltd has acquired three shows from UK competitor Step Exhibitions including Cosmetic and Household Ingredients (Chi), Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) and Personal Care Ingredients Asia (PCIA).(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)
August 18, 2006... REED EXHIBITIONS Ltd has acquired three shows from UK competitor Step Exhibitions including Cosmetic and Household Ingredients (Chi), Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) and Personal Care Ingredients Asia (PCIA). CHi will take place...

Finetex Inc has been named as Mary Kay Inc's supplier of the year in the category of raw materials and ingredients.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)
August 18, 2006... FINETEX INC has been named as Mary Kay Inc's supplier of the year in the category of raw materials and ingredients. The company was acquired by Innospec Inc in January last year.

Unilever UK Home & Personal Care is relaunching its Vaseline skin and deodorant with new packaging and improved formulas in September supported by a 4m [pounds sterling] marketing campaign.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)
August 18, 2006... UNILEVER UK Home & Personal Care is relaunching its Vaseline skin and deodorant with new packaging and improved formulas in September supported by a 4m [pounds sterling] marketing campaign. The new packaging features a more contemporary looking...

Global Chemical company BASF has registered a new corporate name, BASF Catalysts LLC, in the US as part of the integration of Engelhard into the group.(Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik )(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... GLOBAL CHEMICAL company BASF has registered a new corporate name, BASF Catalysts LLC, in the US as part of the integration of Engelhard into the group. The company announced it would extend its brand to other Engelhard companies in other...

When one hand's better than two ...(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... US packager TricorBraun has created a lotion pump that requires only one hand to operate, unlike traditional dispensers that need one hand to depress the pump while the other hand receives the bottle's contents. The patent-pending...

Aquasol joins fight against copycats.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)(Berkshire Security Products )(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Packaging innovator Aquasol Ltd has signed a licence agreement with Berkshire Security Products for the new Pulsline security seal. The patented seal is the product of an eight month collaboration between the companies and aims to combat...

ITW shrinks for Elvital promotion.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)
August 18, 2006... ITW Auto-Sleeve has created shrink sleeves for a German twin-pack promotion for one of L'Oreal's top-selling shampoo brands, Elvital. Flexo printed in eight colours on PET film, the sleeves feature a predominantly clear front to enable the...

Dapy develops fragrance coffret for Michael Kors.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)(Island)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Packager Dapy Paris recently created a promotional coffret for Mother's Day in France to house the fragrance Island by Michael Kors and an accompanying body lotion. The base of the rectangular box is in cartonboard covered both inside and...

Women scale Stabilo heights.(TECHNOLOGY & PACKAGING)(Schwan-Stabilo Cosmetics GmbH)(Barbar Bauer-Kropf and Herta Fischer)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Schwan-Stabilo Cosmetics has appointed two women at top management level for the first time in the company's 150-year history. Barbar Bauer-Kropf and Herta Fischer join managing director Ulrich Griebel on the newly formed management team, which...

Breen climbs Lauder ladder.(Thia Breen)(Estee Lauder U.S.A.)(Brief article)
August 18, 2006... Thia Breen has been promoted to the new role of president, Estee Lauder Americas and global business development in the continued shake-up of the company's management. The new role gives Breen responsibility for international business,...

Q & A.(Petra Strand)(Pixi)(Interview)
August 18, 2006... Petra Strand, one of the founders of niche British cosmetics brand, Pixi tells CI why she believes staying small is beautiful... You opened your first London store seven years ago gradually extending your product reach. Where does Pixi go...

UK of Kao Brands Europe.(PEOPLE)
August 18, 2006... ARNAUD MEYSSELLE is the new general manager for the UK of Kao Brands Europe. Meysselle joined the company as general manager in France in 2002 where he brought about a four-fold increase in the market share for the John Frieda brand.

Limited Brands Inc.(PEOPLE)
August 18, 2006... DENNIS HERSCH and Jeffrey Miro have been appointed to the Limited Brands Inc board of directors. Hersch is global chairman of the mergers and acquisitions department of JP Morgan Securities and Miro is a partner in Honigman Miller Schwartz and...

Symrise.(PEOPLE)
August 18, 2006... DR KLAUS STANZL has been appointed as president of scent and care North America at Symrise in addition to his current role as global president of cosmetic ingredients. In his new role Stanzl is responsible for the further development of the...

Clarins USA.(PEOPLE)
August 18, 2006... JONATHAN ZRIHEN, president of Clarins Canada, has been named as president and ceo of Clarins USA. Zrihen succeeds Joseph Horowitz who retired as president and ceo of Clarins USA in July 2004 and Groupe Clarins president Christian Courtin who...

Clarins France.(PEOPLE)
August 18, 2006... ISABELLE HERBRETEAU has been named as president of Clarins France. She replaces Jacques Barcelon who has retired after 12 years with the company.

Gerrard Appert is to retire from his position as vice president of sales for the US arm of Takasago International.(PEOPLE)
August 18, 2006... GERRARD APPERT is to retire from his position as vice president of sales for the US arm of Takasago International. Neil Grady will succeed him.

Diary dates.
August 18, 2006... > DIARY DATES > 3-5 SEPTEMBER Venue: Jeddah Hilton Tel: +966 2 6077385 SAUDI BEAUTY EXPO Fax: +966 2 6076943 Email: info@saudibeautyexpo.com ...