Cosmetics International articles from February 2002

Cosmetics International archives from February 2002

Avon and pop group Atomic Kitten set Color Trend. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... In an exclusive interview with Cosmetics International, Avon has revealed that British girl group Atomic Kitten (pictured) has signed a one year deal with the company to be the new face of its Color Trend line. Avon describes the collection as...

Carolina Herrera to reinvent beauty. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... At a recent meeting in Barcelona the General manager of Carolina Herrera, Jose Manuel Albesa told Cosmetics International that the division is to link up with. two designers to bring out a `revolutionary' line of beauty products. Albesa...

Vietnam's Trade Ministry has announced that qualifying companies will receive financial bonuses for export performances this year, according to the Vietnam News Agency. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Vietnam's Trade Ministry has announced that qualifying companies will receive financial bonuses for export performances this year, according to the Vietnam News Agency. Rewards will be given to most companies producing a product exported for...

The Malaysian group Guardian Pharmacy is to invest in 16 new stores this year as part of its continued expansion programme in peninsular Malaysia, Kuching, Miri and Kota Kinabalu. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The Malaysian group Guardian Pharmacy is to invest in 16 new stores this year as part of its continued expansion programme in peninsular Malaysia, Kuching, Miri and Kota Kinabalu. This development follows on from the 16 stores it opened in...

Body Shop still in talks with a possible buyer. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The Body Shop International has confirmed that it is still in talks with a potential buyer, says its ceo Patrick Gournay. The company's Board confirmed last year it was in discussions with a number of parties interested in buying the business....

Kmart files for chapter 11 and secures 2bn [pounds sterling]. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The rumours have proved correct, Kmart is in trouble. The major US discount chain has filed voluntary petitions for reorganisation under Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code, the company has recently announced. Kmart has also said that, in...

Suncare brand to target Europe. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The `budget' suncare brand Malibu, has revealed strong sales for last year and also announced that it is planning a major expansion in Europe. Eric Golding, ce, said, "The Malibu brand has been selling well in many countries, among which...

Record sales again and 50 products from Helen of Troy. (International News).(third quarter)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The US designer, developer and global marketer of brand name personal products Helen of Troy has announced record sales and record earnings for the third quarter and nine months ended 30 November 2001. This is the second year that the quarter...

Federated issues guidance as it drops catalogue. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The US department store retailers Federated Department Stores Inc has issued an earnings guidance for the fourth quarter of 2001 and fiscal 2002 for continuing operations. This reflects, says the company, its decision to dispose of Fingerhut,...

Unilever and AOL Time Warner cross market. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... In a continuation of other cross marketing initiatives between AOL Time Warner and Unilever, the two have again joined forces in a multi-million dollar enhanced cross-platform advertising and marketing partnership under which AOL Time Warner...

Intimate angels are cautious about the future. (International News).(Intimate Brands Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... December sales and margins were better than expected, says Intimate Brands Inc, behind the Bath & Body Works, White Barn Candle Company and Victoria's Secret brands in the US. The company says that because of this it now expects to exceed the...

US retailer anticipates this to be a good year on home ground and in Canada. (International News).(Sears, Roebuck and Co)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... The US department chain group Sears, Roebuck and Co has announced that is expects to see earnings per share increase by 13% to 15% in 2002. The company has also reported that its fourth quarter net income, excluding non-comparable items,...

Despite some growth figures aren't good enough for Boots. (European News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Boots is not happy with its overall figures of total retail sales up 3.6%, or like for like of 2.4%, despite some categories, including the Health & Beauty division doing particularly well. This sector showed a rise of 6%, or 4.4% on a like for...

The cosmetics industry is set to grow by 1% this year, but some companies won't benefit from this, according to a survey by Plimsoll Publishing Ltd. (European News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The cosmetics industry is set to grow by 1% this year, but some companies won't benefit from this, according to a survey by Plimsoll Publishing Ltd. The market analysts believe that over a third of the industry may not see growth at all, and...

The Dzintars cosmetics producer in Latvia says it plans to create a chain of shops in Estonia and Lithuania and also to increase its exports this year. (European News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... The Dzintars cosmetics producer in Latvia says it plans to create a chain of shops in Estonia and Lithuania and also to increase its exports this year. The company experienced a rise of 11% in exports to Estonia in 2001, compared with the year...

Perfume Shop sees bright future ahead despite lessons to be learnt. (European News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The Merchant Retail Group Plc, the specialist perfumery retailer and department stores group has announced rises in both its businesses for the seven and 40-week periods to 5 January 2002, compared with the year before. In The Perfume Shop...

The Rocher family has regained financial control of its Yves Rocher cosmetics group after a court ruling. (European News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... The Rocher family has regained financial control of its Yves Rocher cosmetics group after a court ruling. The pharmaceutical company Sanofi was obliged to give up its 42% stake in the company by a court in Rennes, France. The sell off of this...

As part of its plans to be a lead player in the continental selective perfumery market.(Marionnaud)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * As part of its plans to be a lead player in the continental selective perfumery market, Marionnaud has acquired the perfumery chains Ina, Diva and Privileges, that have 107 POS in total.

Belarus-based cosmetics producer.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * Belarus-based cosmetics producer Yavar, established in 1999, now has 68 hair and body care products, according to the Belta news agency.

Bulgaria is looking at increasing its cosmetic exports to Iran, says the Bulgarian Economic Review.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Bulgaria is looking at increasing its cosmetic exports to Iran, says the Bulgarian Economic Review. Talks on increasing bilateral trade between the two were held last month.

Fragrances may be vital key this year for Wella. (European News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Wella AG is considering expanding into perfumery in the wake of the success in recent years of the Gucci perfumes, for which it holds the world licences. Gucci Parfums has launched five new fragrances under the leadership of Tom Ford and...

The French brand Jean Patou has announced that the fashion side of its business is to close -- though a future resurgence has not been ruled out. (European News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The French brand Jean Patou has announced that the fashion side of its business is to close -- though a future resurgence has not been ruled out. A spokesperson for the Jean Patou fragrance line told Cosmetics International that this division...

The luxury products group LVMH has reported a decline of 20.36% in operating profits for 2001 to 1.56bn [euro]. (European News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... The luxury products group LVMH has reported a decline of 20.36% in operating profits for 2001 to 1.56bn [euro]. This is after an initial forecast of 10% to 15%. LVMH claims that the main reasons for the fall are the events of 11 September, the...

Douglas Group targets European perfumery market profit. (European News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... The Douglas Group, behind the German perfumery chain Douglas, has reported a rise of 8.3% in gross sales to around 2.5bn [euro] after forecasting growth of 8% to 10% in November 2001. The company says that, `as experience has shown, even in...

Strong shopping bags for UK high street retailers. (European News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... British shoppers still feel confident to fill their shopping bags despite the economic uncertainties worldwide, as UK retailers report their recent results. These include Marks & Spencer showing it is on its way to recovery with like for...

Despite tough times Beiersdorf repeats its record sales and profits. (European News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... The German group Beiersdorf is expecting its audited figures to show that 2001 was another year of record sales and profits. Its current unaudited results reveal that sales grew by 10.3% to 4,542mn [pounds sterling] with a growth in sales, at...

Givaudan could lead the world with Nestle division. (European News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The fragrance and flavour company Givaudan has signed an agreement with Nestle SA, Vevey, to acquire its flavour activities, which, says the company, `represents a strategically important operational fit'. The new acquisition will operate...

Not all of Inter Parfums brands are performing well. (European News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 10, 2002... Inter Parfums saw sales rise overall by 15% to 88.5mn [euro] in 2001, but some of its brands are not faring well, and others are finding it difficult to penetrate new markets. Final official figures of its net margins are expected, says the...

The age of packaging: in the second part of our look at Pira International's European packaging survey, Abbie Goddard reports on how packaging will have to grow with the population. It also looks at what's happening in the fight against counterfeiting. (Market Trends).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... In the concluding part of the Pira International report* the cost of counterfeiting is examined. It is not just money that is lost by the manufacturers but also the value of the brand. The report also focuses on how the price of raw materials...

Market trends.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Schwarzkopf & Henkel has developed its website to now include a Customer Site with features such as a 24-hour virtual beauty consultant called Chris. According to Schwarzkopf & Henkel, Chris provides advice to callers at any time of the day or...

Line extension for Givenchy's Miroir range. (Product News).(Givenchy's new foundation)(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Following the launch of Teint Miroir foundation a year ago, Givenchy has extended the line to include the Teint Miroir Compact. This latest foundation is designed to rejuvenate the skin and provide a lasting matt finish. Teint Miroir...

Lispticks for men to calm and soothe. (Product News).(New herbal lipstick for men and women)(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... India's National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) has developed a new herbal lipstick called Luvstick, which can be used by men and women, claims the Institute. According to NBRI, men can use the Luvstick as it has a transparent...

Inspired by childhood strolls in her garden and the scent of honeysuckle, Camille Goutal, daughter of Annick Goutal, has developed Le Chevrefeuille, a fragrance with the scent of honeysuckle blossom. (Product News).(New fragrance has honeysuckle blossom scent)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Inspired by childhood strolls in her garden and the scent of honeysuckle, Camille Goutal, daughter of Annick Goutal, has developed Le Chevrefeuille, a fragrance with the scent of honeysuckle blossom. The fragrance has flesh, green...

Suncare company Piz Buin has developed a line of self tanning products designed to be fast drying, non greasy and non sticky which, it is claimed, provide a natural looking, long lasting colour. (Product News).(New products is fast-drying, non-greasy and non-sticky)(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Suncare company Piz Buin has developed a line of self tanning products designed to be fast drying, non greasy and non sticky which, it is claimed, provide a natural looking, long lasting colour. The five product range includes two 150ml...

Time to relax, party and explore with IsaDora. (Product News).(Cosmetics company introduces Springlight line)(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Swedish-based cosmetics company IsaDora has released its latest Spring 2002 look called Springlight. The collection features a range of existing products in a variety of new shades that can be used to create four different looks. According...

An alluring mix of classic colours cleverly combined with modern details is how Rimmel describes its latest offering, Urban Romance. (Product News).(Urban Romance Watercool Eyeshadow from Rimmel International Ltd.)(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... An alluring mix of classic colours cleverly combined with modern details is how Rimmel describes its latest offering, Urban Romance. The line features `shimmering' shades of soft pinks and corals with pearl effects for an `ultra-urban look...

Braun, part of The Gillette Company, has introduced the Flex Integral System which it describes as a moderately priced electric shaver that offers Clean, its self-cleaning feature previously found only in the company's premium Syncro System. (Product News).(Features triple-head cutting system)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Braun, part of The Gillette Company, has introduced the Flex Integral System which it describes as a moderately priced electric shaver that offers Clean, its self-cleaning feature previously found only in the company's premium Syncro System....

The writing's on the wall with sexy new scent from Escada. (Product News).(New fragrance called Every Spring/Summer)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Every Spring/Summer, to complement the company's seasonal fashion line, Escada creates a fashion fragrance for a woman that is both elegant and irresistible and confidently playful, says the company. Its latest offering, Sexy Graffiti is...

L'Oreal gets the Ideal Balance for a Healthy Glow. (Product News).(Ideal Balance, oil-free foundation, eyeshadow)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... L'Oreal has announced a number of new additions that are launching this month. The line up includes Ideal Balance, an oil-free foundation (rrp 9.99 [pounds sterling]), described as an `intelligent' solution for combination skin, says the...

The moisturising Depot that lasts for 12 hours. (Product News).(Deep Moist Depot for all skin types)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... German-based Sans Soucis is to relaunch its Deep Moist Depot product with a new look. Developed with two moisturising phases, an aqueous gel phase and the other with precious oils and vitamin E, Deep Moist Depot also contains thermal spring...

Decleor's Aromessence Iris, 40 [pounds sterling], and Iris Night Balm, 22 [pounds sterling], have been designed for mature skins, to help redefine and tone the features.(Available internationally in department stores)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Decleor's Aromessence Iris, 40 [pounds sterling], and Iris Night Balm, 22 [pounds sterling], have been designed for mature skins, to help redefine and tone the features. They also, is it said, soften the skin and protect it from dehydration and...

The CHIC woman loves to act on an impulse. (Product News).(Introduces new fragrance)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Carolina Herrera New York has extended its fragrance portfolio with the introduction of CHIC, a fragrance designed for a woman who adores improvisation, embraces change and lives the exact moment she wants to live, says the company. ...

Elizabeth Arden springs into action. (Product News).(Calming Skincare range )(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... New to the Elizabeth Arden stable this month is the Calming Skincare range designed to soothe, calm and comfort sensitive skin. The range has been developed using state-of-the-art technology and proven botanicals such as liquorice, honeysuckle,...

Designed to incorporate the harmony of nature with the cutting edge of science while keeping stress at bay and achieving a feeling of overall wellbeing, Ultima II has introduced Bio Feeling. (Product News).(Bio Feeling collection )(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Designed to incorporate the harmony of nature with the cutting edge of science while keeping stress at bay and achieving a feeling of overall wellbeing, Ultima II has introduced Bio Feeling. The collection features magnolia extract and is...

Created with the Yves Saint Laurent woman in mind, YSL has created its Spring look featuring shades of violet ranging from the deepest orchid to matte, muted lavender, says the company. (Product News).(New line of eyeshadows)(International Pages)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 10, 2002... Created with the Yves Saint Laurent woman in mind, YSL has created its Spring look featuring shades of violet ranging from the deepest orchid to matte, muted lavender, says the company. The collection features a range of existing products,...

The French fashion house CELINE has created two new signature fragrances, one for men and one for women, which it describes as a blend of tradition and audacity, a balance of noble and sensual substances. (Product News).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The French fashion house CELINE has created two new signature fragrances, one for men and one for women, which it describes as a blend of tradition and audacity, a balance of noble and sensual substances. CELINE for men is said to be a...

Kenzo Pour Homme, launched in 1991, is getting a new look which will feature in a new advertising campaign.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * Kenzo Pour Homme, launched in 1991, is getting a new look which will feature in a new advertising campaign. Both will bow internationally in April.

IMAN has launched Lip Shimmers, a range of lip glosses with vitamin E, camomile and shea butter that shine like the stickiest of gloss, but stay put, says the company.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * IMAN has launched Lip Shimmers, a range of lip glosses with vitamin E, camomile and shea butter that shine like the stickiest of gloss, but stay put, says the company. The Lip Shimmers come in either Brownie (bronze with copper), Velvet...

The Dove Triple Moisturising Body Wash, rrp 2.99 [pounds sterling] and 4.19 [pounds sterling] for 250ml and 400ml respectively, is described as a rich, cleansing shower cream with three moisturisers from Lever Faberge.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * The Dove Triple Moisturising Body Wash, rrp 2.99 [pounds sterling] and 4.19 [pounds sterling] for 250ml and 400mi respectively, is described as a rich, cleansing shower cream with three moisturisers from Lever Faberge. The new wash will...

The Dutch nail company Herome has now introduced its Nailhardener in a pen format.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * The Dutch nail company Herome has now introduced its Nailhardener in a pen format. The pen is said to provide a 14 day cure for weak and split nails. Available in selected European markets from drugstores, perfumeries and department stores,...

IBC's refreshing Green Tea leaf flacon for M&S scent. (Packaging & Technology).(International Bottle Co.)(Marks & Spencer)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The International Bottle Company (IBC) has produced a custom designed flacon for the Green Tea fragrance from British retail chain Marks & Spencer. The bottle features a leaf-like footprint, says the company, to echo the freshness of the scent....

Sessions of York invests in new image for 2002. (Packaging & Technology).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Sessions of York has announced that it has completed its expansion programme. This has been designed to streamline customer service function by integrating sales, production, planning, quality control and purchasing. The company's five...

Dow Chemical closes UK plant due to poor market conditions. (Packaging & Technology).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The Dow Chemical Company has announced that as of 1 April 2002, its Ethylene Oxide Derivatives (EOD) production unit, based in Wilton, UK, will be idled. Pat Dawson, Business vp, Oxide Derivatives said of the situation, "This decision...

ADM Natural Health and Nutrition has successfully applied to the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association for listing of its Novasoy[R] soya isoflavone concentrate as an International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient.(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * ADM Natural Health and Nutrition has successfully applied to the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association for listing of its Novasoy[R] soya isoflavone concentrate as an International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient. This means that...

Christian Dior. (Personnel).(Nicolas Cordier)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... As part, of Christian Dior's ongoing `exciting' brand evolution, the company has announced that Nicolas Cordier (pictured) has been appointed Country md, LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics Group for UK and Ireland. Cordier was previously md of...

Intimate Brands Inc. (Personnel).(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Intimate Brands Inc, which includes the Bath & Body Works, The White Barn Candle Company and the Victoria's Secret lines, has announced a number of recent appointments. Kevin Mead has been promoted to vp Chief Stores officer for Intimate...

Marks & Spencer. (Personnel).(Flic Howard Allen)(director of communications)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... Marks & Spencer, the UK high street retail chain, has announced that Flic Howard Allen has been appointed as director of communications. She will sit on the UK retail Board and report directly to chairman and ce LucVandevelde (pictured). ...

Federated Direct. (Personnel).(Marilyn Carracino as Senior vp)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... The direct-to-customer division of Federated Department Stores, Inc, Federated Direct has appointed Marilyn Carracino as Senior vp for Merchandising of Bloomingdale's Direct, despite the recent announcement it is closing its Fingerhut business...

Burberry.(Burberry has appointed John Cross)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * Based in New York, US, Burberry has appointed John Cross as director of Public Relations (US). He will report to Eugenia Ulasewicz, president of Burberry USA and Sarah Manley, director of Public Relations (worldwide) who is based in London,...

Bristol-Myers Squibb.(appointed Elliot Sigal as Senior vp)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * Bristol-Myers Squibb has appointed Elliot Sigal as Senior vp, Global Clinical and Pharmaceutical Development. In another move Thomas J Pickard has been named vp, Corporate Security.

Colgate-Palmolive Board.(Carlos M Gutierrez)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * Chairman and ceo of the Kellogg Company, Carlos M Gutierrez, has been elected to the Colgate-Palmolive Board of directors.

Guerlain Ltd.(Jean-Paul Guerlain)(retired)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * The perfume creator Jean-Paul Guerlain has retired from Guerlain Ltd after 47 years. A fourth generation perfumer, he will continue to be involved with the company in a consultancy role.

The Boots Company.(Zoe Morgan)(Richard Holmes)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... * At The Boots Company Zoe Morgan has been appointed director of Strategic Marketing, Richard Holmes has been named as director of Offer Development and John Hornby promoted to md of Digital Wellbeing.

Diary dates.(Trade shows)(Brief Article)
February 10, 2002... 9-12 February 2002 INDPACK 2002 International Chennai Trade Centre Chennai, India Tel: +49 (0)211 45 60 7715 Fax: +49 (0)211 45 60 7740 Designed to showcase innovative products and services in the international packaging...

Job losses as Clairol is incorporated into the P&G business.(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... Procter & Gamble said it is comfortable with its forecasts for 2002, as it releases its figures for the second quarter which show that haircare led the way for the Beauty Care division. In this sector, unit volume rose by 15%, which was, says...

Australian company is certainly not Fudge-ing its brand with US expansion.(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... The Australian hair and cosmetics company Fudge has signed a partnership with US distributor Aerial Company Inc that will result in Fudge's products being available in Aerial's stores in the US from next month. The partnership also means...

Wal-Mart.(Acquires Puerto Rican supermarket chain)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... * The US supermarket chain Wal-Mart has announced that it has bought 35 Super-mercados Amigo's supermarkets in Puerto Rico. The company plans to invest $400mn in the region over the next five years. Wal-Mart has recently seen a rise in net...

Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation.(Revenues)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... * The US company Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation believes it is in its strongest position ever, as it announced that its third quarter, ended 29 December 2001, saw net revenues rise by 1% to $617.1 mn, compared with the year before.

Manufacturers' Association of Nigeria.(wants to ban imports of toothpaste and toothbrushes)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... * The government in Nigeria is considering a proposal from the Manufacturers' Association of Nigeria to ban imports of toothpastes and toothbrushes, as well as other goods, on the grounds that it is negatively affecting domestic producers,...

Unilever Cosmetics International (UCI).(And Estee Lauder suffered counterfeiting)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... * Unilever Cosmetics International's (UCI) latest counterfeit-cracking news is that officials of the Criminal Investigation Division, Commercial and Economic Section of the Dubai Police Department arrested three people, and seized around...

Personal and oral care help Colgate's continued success. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... Body wash, bar and liquid soaps, toothpaste and deodorants have added to the positive growth momentum for Colgate-Palmolive company, which has released its fourth quarter and year end 2001 figures. For the fourth quarter, the company saw...

Currency helps IFF's numbers. (International News).(International Flavors & Fragrances Inc)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... International Flavors & Fragrances Inc (IFF) says its fourth quarter sales, ended 31 December 2001, were favourably impacted by around 1% due to currency translation. It also saw sales total $419.2mn, with the full year sales at $1,843.8mn. The...

The focus is core brands for Sara Lee. (International News).(Financial)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... Sara Lee, the US company with brands including the bodycare line Sanex, has announced that it has seen increased sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2002. The company reported that sales for the period, ended 29 December 2001 were up 5%...

Plastic is fantastic as two surveys wax lyrical about US trends. (International News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 25, 2002... Two recent surveys from US market research company The Freedonia Group reveal that demand in the region for wax is to grow by 4% per annum and that the cosmetic and toiletry container demand is to reach over 20 billion units, both by 2005. ...

Casa Granado company.(Sets up subsid in US)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... * The Casa Granado company in Rio de Janeiro is to open a subsidiary in the US. The subsidiary will deal with the exports of Casa Granado's Phebo soap in the region, according to the Gazeta Mercantil.

State Statistics Committee in Russia.(Prices of foreign cosmetics and perfumes)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... * The State Statistics Committee in Russia has reported that the consumer price of foreign perfumes and cosmetics in the region for December 2001 was 1.6% higher than in November 2001, according to the Interfax news agency.

Avon drops jewellery manufacturing. (International News).(Earnings)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... Despite reaching record sales for the fourth quarter and full year 2001, Avon has announced that it is closing its jewellery manufacturing facility in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico. The company says it is part of its Business Transformation...

Alberto-Culver Company.(Forecasts good)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... According to the Alberto-Culver Company's president and ceo, Howard B Bernick, despite tough economic times now and in the past, the company has always managed to survive, "Even when consumers are troubled by the economy, they will continue to...

The Gillette company.(Earning losses)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... The Gillette company has reported net sales and earnings losses for the fourth quarter and full year 2001, ended 31 December 2001. Although its MACH3 and Venus shaving systems had their best year ever, the company's overall sales dropped by 3%...

Powerful brand building is still on the agenda for Estee Lauder. (International News).(The company's latest results)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 25, 2002... The Estee Lauder Companies Inc shows that its latest results signify it is still struggling to deal with the economic climate around the world. The company reported a decrease, for the second quarter ended 31 December 2001, of 3% to $1.26bn,...

PET name offers clear global identity. (International News).(Will now be Owens--Illinois Plastics Ltd)
February 25, 2002... PET Technologies Ltd in the UK is to adopt a single corporate identity by changing its name to that of its parent company Owens--Illinois Plastics Ltd. Owens--Illinois Inc said it will now operate two distinct plastics business units:...

drugstore.com nets a healthy sales increase. (International News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 25, 2002... The online retailer of health, beauty, wellness, personal care and pharmacy products drugstore, com has announced that its fourth quarter results, ended 30 December 2001, and full year results, ended 31 December 2001, exceeded expectations. Its...

TFF buys its own HQ. (International News).(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... Technology Flavors & Fragrances (TFF) Inc has purchased its Amityville, NY Corporate headquarters, R&D and manufacturing facility. The company has done this through the issuance of Town of Babylon Industrial Development Agency (IDA) municipal...

Bulgarian Telegraphic Agency.(Acquires Alen Mak)(Brief Article)
February 25, 2002... * Alen Mak, the Bulgarian cosmetics company, has finally been sold -- to local company Efekten & Finanz-Buolgaria AD, says the Bulgarian Telegraphic Agency.