Cosmetics International articles from January 2003

Cosmetics International archives from January 2003

US brings DNA analysis to beauty arena.(LAB21 rolls out cream customized by DNA)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Better known as a useful tool in the battle against crime, DNA analysis is making its foray into the beauty arena. According to one U.S. skincare company, the technology can also help fight the signs of ageing on skin. Promising the...

Regis acquires Vidal Sassoon salons stateside.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Regis Corporation, a worldwide leader in value-priced salons, has teamed up with one of the best-known marks in the salon industry: Vidal Sassoon. In December Minneapolis-based Regis announced it had purchased 25 Vidal Sassoon salons and...

Amway India stays local. (International News).(develops 2nd product line for the domestic market)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Following the success of its Persona line, Amway India Enterprises is now working on developing a second product line created specifically for the domestic market. "The idea is to create a local cosmetics brand developed and manufactured...

Revlon in $150m cash injection. (International News).(receives investment from MacAndrews & Forbes )
January 10, 2003... Following tough times, Revlon has announced that the second half of 2002 saw an increase in market share and consumption for its Revlon brand colour cosmetics. The company plans to expand on these results by accelerating certain parts of its...

Elizabeth Arden appoints Sa Sa in Hong Kong. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Elizabeth Arden, Inc has appointed Sa Sa International Holdings Limited as the sole agent for its products in Hong Kong and Macau. As of December 2002, two months since the appointment took effect on 1 October 2002, Sa Sa claims that the sales...

Diana de Silva launches in Middle East. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Expansion has been key to Diana de Silva's plans over the past two years following a number of successful launches throughout South America and the travel retail sector. And this year, the skincare and cosmetics company plans to start as it...

Saks Incorporated .(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Saks incorporated has announced that as of March 2003, it plans to close its Boston Store located in the Northridge Mall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Justifying the move, Michael R MacDonald, President of the Northern Department Stores Group of Saks...

World Cosmetics & Toiletries Marketing Directory .
January 10, 2003... Market analyst Euromonitor recently published its comprehensive World Cosmetics & Toiletries Marketing Directory Covering the global sector. The publication includes profiles of the leading C&T companies along with their national market share...

LG Vina .(gets ISO 14001 )(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Vietnamese cosmetics producer LG Vina recently secured the ISO 14001 international environment certificate, making it the first cosmetics company in the region to hold such a certificate, according to the country's News Agency. LG Vine's 2002...

Image is everything in Tibet and according to a report in the Hong Kong Trader, Tibetan girls no longer value their ruddy cheeks--a traditional mark of good health.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Image is everything in Tibet and according to a report in the Hong Kong Trader, Tibetan girls no longer value their ruddy cheeks--a traditional mark of good health. Instead they are relying on cosmetics to give them a fair complexion and over...

Nature Essence takes premium route. (International News).(firm will launch premium personal care products under Persona by Nature brand )(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... With industry sources estimating the Indian herbal cosmetics market to be worth Rs3000m and growing at a rate of 20% to 25% annually, Nature Essence Pvt Ltd, an Indian treatment and aromatherapy cosmetics company, has introduced plans to enter...

A beautiful deal for Helen of Troy. (International News).(renews Vidal Sasson licensing agreement with Procter and Gamble Co. )(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Helen of Troy Limited and The Procter & Gamble Company have entered into a new long-term trading licensing agreement concerning the Vidal Sassoon brand name for electrical haircare products. The new contract includes renewal options, and...

Gillette trials new tagging system. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Gillette Company has announced that this month sees the start of a new tagging initiative designed to track products through their production life cycle, from manufacturing to retail point of sale. The scheme is said to be the first...

Last year was a prosperous year for Bulgari's travel retail sector following the opening of four new stores.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Last year was a prosperous year for Bulgari's travel retail sector following the opening of four new stores. The company added Thailand (Bangkok airport), the US (Hollywood Galleria and JFK airport) and Japan (Narita airport) to its prestigious...

Yahoo Japan Corp has crested its first Yahoo Beauty website targeted specifically at women in their late 20s and 30s.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Yahoo Japan Corp has crested its first Yahoo Beauty website targeted specifically at women in their late 20s and 30s. According to the company, women account for 30% of the portal's customers, with those in their late 20s and over have...

Total sales of prestige fragrances in department stores throughout 2002 is expected to be between 2% and 3% lower than in 2001 according to NPD Beauty Trends, a division of the NPD Group Inc.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Total sales of prestige fragrances in department stores throughout 2002 is expected to be between 2% and 3% lower than in 2001 according to NPD Beauty Trends, a division of the NPD Group Inc. Total sales of women's fragrances is predicted to be...

Aveda kick starts loyalty in UK. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The UK is being used as the test market for Aveda's first loyalty scheme. The Pure Privilege programme rewards consumers who purchase Aveda products in participating Aveda locations (currently only nine in London). After an initial...

Top management shake-up at Boots. (International News).(drug store chain will replace chairman, chief executive )(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Chairman and CE of Boots are to step down from the company in a bid to drive strategic change faster, said Chairman John McGrath. According to McGrath a search has begun for a successor for CE, Steve Russell, which was undertaken with...

A new European association called Unitis--European Organisation of Cosmetic Ingredients Industries and Services--has been created to bring together the companies of cosmetics ingredients, in particular from natural origin.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... A new European association called Unitis--European Organisation of Cosmetics Ingredients Industries and Services--has been created to bring together the companies particular from natural origin. Producers, evaluation companies and distributors...

Sephora, the LVMH-owned international beauty retailer, has announced the opening of its UK flagship with a 200 [m.sup.2] retail site in central London.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Sephora, the LVMH-owned international beauty retailer, has announced the opening of its UK flagship with a 200 [m.sup.2] retail site in central London. The new store is situated in the `N1' retail and entertainment development in Islington and...

Fans of Angel and Amen can rest assured.(future plans for Thierry Mugler Parfums brand)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Fans of Angel and Amen can rest assured. Thierry Mugler Parfums is not under threat, despite Clarins SA announcing that it is considering closing down the brand's fashion business. The clothing brand has shown `significant and recurring...

L'Oreal's financial status can now be tracked on the move with the launch of lorealfinance.com mobile edition.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... L'Oreal's financial status can now be tracked on the move with the launch of lorealfinance.com mobile edition. The site is a special version for users of Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) terminals. Users can download the group's financial...

UK-based John Frieda has announced that it has appointed Zenith Optimedia as sole media agency to handle all media planning and buying for its European markets.
January 10, 2003... UK-based John Frieda has announced that it has appointed Zenith Optimedia as sole medium agency to handle all media planning and buying for its European markets. The move comes as a result of a strategic review of the 2003 ATL budget following...

Price war concerns for France's Marionnaud. (European News).(Marionnaud Perfumeries; promotional campaign, net profit outlook)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Fears of a price war between French perfumery chains has pushed the share price of Marionnaud Perfumeries down 8.3% to 32 [euro] after an earlier fall of 5%. Concern on the Paris Bourse increased following the launch of a promotional...

Spanish sales prove sluggish. (European News).(retail perfume and cosmetics sales in 2002)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Sales of perfumes and cosmetics by the retail distribution sector in Spain increased by 5% in 2002 to 5.5b [euro] according to provisional figures from the DBK consultancy. The growth is below that achieved in 2001 when volume sales rose by...

In the know: the Ken-Do philosophy. (European News).(Ken Lamacraft, cosmetics executive; interview)(Interview)
January 10, 2003... He's been the UK Managing Director of two of the biggest names in the business and now runs his own successful marketing company. Cosmetics International talks to Ken Lamacraft How many years have you been in the beauty business? ...

Lornamead in new venture. (European News).(has formed a joint venture specialist investment fund with EPIC Investment Partners)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Lornamead, the home and personal care brands group owned by the Jatania family and renowned for snapping up non-core consumer brands from some of the industry's biggest C&T players, has formed a joint venture specialist investment fund with...

Tesco slashes toiletries prices. (European News).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... UK supermarket giant Tesco has slashed the prices of over 1,000 products --including those in its health and beauty offering. The cuts are the latest in a series of price reductions, which has seen over 1.2b [pounds sterling] knocked off prices...

Razor-sharp Reckitt? (European News).(winning the bidding for Schick-Wilkinson Sword)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... A recent report in FT Deutschland has claimed that the Anglo-Dutch household goods company, Reckitt Benckiser is close to winning the bidding for Schick-Wilkinson Sword with an offer in the region of $850m. Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc...

Russian cosmetics manufacturer, Kalina, says it plans to acquire a $20m credit from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to fund the acquisition of companies producing perfumes and household chemicals.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Russian cosmetics manufacturer, Kalina, says it plans to acquire a $20m credit from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to fund the acquisition of companies producing perfumes and household chemicals. Kalina said it...

Iranian diplomatic sources in Damascus say that Iran and Syria are close to signing a free trade agreement, which could lead to the bilateral duty-free trade of cosmetics, according to the IRNA news agency.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Iranian diplomatic sources in Damascus say that Iran and Syria are close to signing a free trade agreement, which could lead to the bilateral duty-free trade of cosmetics, according to the IRNA news agency. The list of goods that would be...

Network Health and Beauty is to launch an interactive, comprehensive business and consumer website, providing brand information for stockists and suppliers across the full Network portfolio.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Network Health and Beauty is to launch an interactive, comprehensive business and consumer website, providing brand information for stockists and suppliers across the full Network portfolio. Brands featured will include Sally Hansen, Christy,...

The Gucci Group NV has announced its results for the third quarter ended 31 October 2002.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Gucci Group NV has announced its results for the third quarter ended 31 October 2002. Key figures included revenue for the Gucci Group of 644.8m [euro], up 3.2% on last year, while the Gucci Division's revenue stood at 355.7m [euro], down...

The beauty world's secret: the market for black beauty products is still relatively under-developed. However recent years have yielded more opportunity, as Abbie Goddard discovers. (Market Trends).(products designed specifically for black women)
January 10, 2003... The beauty market has grown considerably over the past few years and one segment to have advanced significantly is that of products designed specifically for black women--a relatively niche market, given the small ethnic minority population...

Sally Hansen launches first colour line. (Product News).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Sally Hansen brand, part of Del Labs' portfolio, has ventured into the colour cosmetics market with Healing Beauty, a range of products designed to deliver department store quality and packaging at prices affordable to all women. As the...

Bourjois touches base with face products. (Product News).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... French cosmetics house Bourjois has added two new items to its range of face make-up products. Plus que Parfait Fluide is a liquid foundation that is said to provide a smooth, uniform finish, which lasts all day. It is formulated with an...

Guerlain takes the shine off make-up. (Product News).(Teint Tendre Mat foundation and other Guerlain cosmetics and fragrance introductions)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... To achieve a smooth, matte finish with make-up, Guerlain has developed Teint Tendre Mat ultra-smooth sculpting foundation SPF15 (23 [pounds sterling] for 30ml), which attempts to conceal small skin imperfections, fine lines and wrinkles....

Sensual yet sexy collection from YSL. (Product News).(new cosmetics from Yves Saint Laurent)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Trends emanating from the Yves Saint Laurent catwalk are intensified by YSL's latest colour cosmetic collection (on counter 8 February). Described as overtly sensual with a dangerously sexy undercurrent and a romantic and modern edge,...

Copper classic from Nina Ricci. (Product News).(Collection de Peau cosmetics collection)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Following the recent launch of Nina Ricci's Pret de Peau skincare and make-up line, the company has now introduced its first ever Collection de Peau, said to reflect the fashion trends set to make an impact this spring. The collection,...

L'Oreal rings the changes. (Product News).(new skincare and suncare products)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... In a major rebranding exercise, L'Oreal Paris is bidding au revoir to Plenitude and saying bonjour to Detain-Expertise. To be phased in from January, four programmes are featured, aimed at different age groups, with the Young Skin programme...

John Varvatos has designs on male grooming market. (Product News).(exclusive licensing agreement with Shiseido subsidiary, Zirh International Corp.)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The John Varvatos Company, part of Nautica Enterprises Inc, has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Shiseido subsidiary, Zirh International Corporation to develop, manufacture and distribute fragrance and premium skincare products...

American Design Group (ADG), a Procter & Gamble licensee, has introduced a new range of haircare products under the Physique[R] brand.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... American Design Group (ADG), a Procter & Gamble licensee, has introduced a new range of haircare products under the Physique[R] brand. The products include a hair dryer and curling irons, each offering reliability and revolutionary features,...

Carita Paris has introduced Glittering Phyto-Nourishing Oil, a new product that can be used either on the skin or the hair to deliver a subtle veil of gold, claims the company.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Carita Paris has introduced Glittering Phyto-Nourishing Oil, a new product that can be used either on the skin or the hair to deliver a subtle veil of gold, claims the company. Formulated with corn oil and hazelnut oil, as well as a vitamin...

The Norfolk Lavender Classic Lavender Collection is set to benefit from a completely new look.
January 10, 2003... The Norfolk Lavender Classic Lavender Collection is set to benefit from a completely new look when a brand new packaging design is unveiled at this year's Spring Fair in Birmingham next month.

Double benefits for lips at Mavala. (Product News).(Mavala Laboratories new moisturizing lipsticks )(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Following years of research at the Mavala laboratories, the company renowned for its successful nail care and colour line, has now developed a new range of lipsticks. The new lipstick helps to transform dry, cracked lips, while providing a...

A cocktail of treats from TIGI. (Product News).(haircare products designed to leave hair shiny and smooth)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... New from the creative minds at TIGI are two Bed Head haircare products designed to leave hair shiny and smooth. Moisture Maniac Shampoo provides a rich, creamy lather designed to add shine and softness, while working to repair and condition...

Revlon packs a punch this spring. (Product News).(new Passion Punch color cosmetics collection)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... A cocktail of electric corals and vibrant pinks is what Revlon offers this spring with its latest colour collection, Passion Punch. The collection features a selection of new products and shades including the new, limited edition Brush-on...

Decleor dips into deep cleansing.(new cleansing and toning products)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Salon beauty line Decleor is reinforcing its cleansing and toning offering with the launch of ten new products this month. Following its philosophy of using only the most potent, natural ingredients, the new cleansers and toners are based...

The pack that got the cream. (Technology & Packaging).(RPC Bramlage-Wiko has produced a cream deodorant dispenser stick)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... RPC Bramlage-Wiko has produced a cream deodorant dispenser stick for the latest addition to Carter Products' Arrid range, the first time this stick has been used in the UK. The new product, Arrid Ultra Cream, works in the same way as...

New software to meet FDA requirements. (Technology & Packaging).(Malvern Instruments particle size and shape analyser)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Malvern Instruments particle size and shape analyser, the PharmaVision 830, now has new software which, says the company, will enable users to meet FDA requirements for 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. While previous versions of the PharmaVision...

Three in a row for Boxes Prestige. (Technology & Packaging).(recognition for packaging)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... For the third year running, Boxes Prestige and The Virgin Cosmetics Company have won UK-wide recognition for producing outstanding luxury packaging to enhance The Virgin Cosmetics Company Christmas range. It is the tenth time that Boxes...

Diamond is a girl's best friend. (Technology & Packaging).(Diamond Packaging)(L'Oreal USA / Matrix Essentials)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Diamond Packaging of Rochester, New York, was again recently selected to produce the holiday packaging for L'Oreal USA / Matrix Essentials' line of haircare products. Found on display at many hair salons in the US, the annual promotion is a...

Walsall picks up the scent. (Technology & Packaging).(Walsall Print Co.)(Xavier Laurent)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Walsall Print Company, UK printers of high quality labels and packaging, has won a major contract to print 10 million labels per annum for the perfume brand Xavier Laurent. The main part of Walsall's contract is to print labels for Xavier...

Kalix prevents tube collapse. (Technology & Packaging).(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Paris based manufacturer of carton and filling machines for cosmetic products, Kalix, has developed a new system that prevents tubes from collapsing. Thanks to this technique, says the company, tubes have a filled appearance, with rounded...

Zeller design streamlines Italian range. (Technology & Packaging).(Zeller Plastik Italy)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... A well known player in the Italian personal care market, Mantovani has carried out a complete review of its packaging needs, according to its partner and supplier, Zeller Plastik Italy. The brand, recently acquired by the company Farmaceuti Dr...

UK-based Palletline has launched a new website.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... UK-based Palletline has launched a new website, at www.palletline.com, featuring information on freight services to Ireland, Germany, Spain and Benelux countries. Online booking of collections and pallet-trace facilities are planned to follow...

Formost packaging machines in the US has designed its new GT-4 Dual Lane horizontal bagger, which features two product lanes operating simultaneously.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Formost Packaging Machines in the US has designed its new GT-4 Dual Lane horizontal bagger, which features two product lanes operating simultaneously. The machine is said to operate at 50 cycles per minute and, if desired, the inboard product...

A new downloadable presentation that introduces the viewer to Malvern Insitec on-line particle size analyzers is now available at www.mapls.com/pharma.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... A new downloadable presentation that introduces the viewer to Malvern Insitec on-line particle size analyzers is now available at www.mapls.com/pharma. All that is required to access the presentation is an internet connection to a PC with a...

Members of the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association (SOCMA) made a commitment to voluntary site security practices with the formal adoption of the Security Code of Management Practices as part of SOCMA's Responsible Care[R] programme.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Members of the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association (SOCMA) made a commitment to voluntary site security practices with the formal adoption of the Security Code of Management Practices as part of SOCMA's Responsible Care[R]...

Clinique Laboratories Inc. (People).(appointment)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Clinique Laboratories Inc has announced that Eunice Valdivia (pictured right), currently Executive VP, Global Marketing and Finance, has been named President of North America for the brand. The newly created position reflects the brand's...

Procter & Gamble Company. (People).(appointment)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Procter & Gamble Company has announced the election of Margaret C Whitman (pictured below), President and CE of eBay, to the company's Board of Directors, effective 1 January 2003. "We are pleased that Meg is joining our board," stated...

Soap and Detergent Association. (People).(appointment)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Soap and Detergent Association (SDA) Board of Directors has named SDA President Ernie Rosenberg CEO of the Association, effective immediately. He will retain the title of President. The Board took the action at a recent meeting in...

Considered the perfumery and cosmetics business Oscars in Brazil, the tenth Premio Atualidada Cosmetica took place in Sao Paulo in December.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Considered the perfumery and cosmetics business Oscars in Brazil, the tenth Premio Atualidada Cosmetica took place in Sao Paulo in December. The awards, which went to professionals and creations that have shown outstanding performance during...

Airspray NV.(appointment)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Robert F Brands has been appointment MD of Airspray NV. Brands was President of Airspray International Inc, a wholly owned subsidiary of Airspray NV, since 1998. Under his stewardship, the Florida-based company delivered consistent double-digit...

Neiman Marcus Group.(appointment)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Neiman Marcus Group has announced that Brendan Hoffman has been promoted to President and CEO of Neiman Marcus Direct. Brendan will be responsible for the company's direct-to-consumer segment says Neiman Marcus.

Techpak Group.(appointment)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... The Techpak Group has announced the appointment of Claude Gruet as Deputy GM. A chemical engineer, he will also be the MD, Fragrance & Skin Care and VP, Manufacturing for Techpak.

Botanist Namrita Lall has been awarded a regional For Women in Science Fellowship by L'Oreal and UNESCO in recognition of her work with TB in South Africa.(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Botanist Namrita Lall has been awarded a regional For Women in Science Fellowship by L'Oreal and UNESCO in recognition of her work with TB in South Africa. Awarded annually to ten young women scientists througout the world, the award will help...

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.(promotion)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Wal-Mart Stores, Inc has announced the promotion of John Fleming, its COO, to President and CEO of Walmart.com. According to USA Today, Walmart.com was recently ranked as one of the top five internet shopping websites in terms of visitors,...

Liz Claiborne Inc.(board of directors)(Brief Article)
January 10, 2003... Liz Claiborne Inc. has announced the election of Oliver R Sockwell to the company's board of directors. His election brings the number of directors to ten. Sockwell's initial term as director will expire at the 2005 annual meeting of...

Diary dates.
January 10, 2003... 25-28 January 2003 Beautyworld Frankfurt am Main Germany Tel: +49 69 75 75 0 Fax: +49 69 75 75 6755 Organised by Messe Frankfurt, Beautyworld is a trade fair for perfumery, toiletries, cosmetics and hairdressing. Around 580...

Haircare legend exits US drugstores.(Procter and Gamble discontinues VS Vidal Sassoon hair care products)(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... Vidal Sassoon may be one of the most widely recognised names in haircare, but according to a spokeswoman at Procter & Gamble, the line of VS Vidal Sassoon shampoos, conditioners and styling products have not been performing to expectations in...

Clinique's new happy family.(new fragrance)(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... Estee Lauder's Clinique has extended its Happy fragrance franchise with a new scent. The top-selling fragrance with its light, citrus scent, embodies the ebullience of dancing the night away, said the company's VP of Marketing, Agnes...

Estee Lauder eyes up Darphin. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... US cosmetics giant Estee Lauder is looking to acquire French skincare brand Darphin. If the deal goes ahead, it will be the tenth niche brand to join the Lauder portfolio and only the second European acquisition. Recent acquisitions have...

LVMH set to battle it out with Morgan Stanley. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... The French luxury products group LVMH has launched a legal action in a Paris commercial tribunal against US investment bank Morgan Stanley. LVMH is claiming damages and compensation worth 100m [euro] from the investment banking and financial...

Procter & Gamble in China skincare study. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... In a study of Chinese women (aged 30-65 years old), international cosmetics titan Procter & Gamble (P&G) has found that their greatest skincare concern is the same as women all over the world: ageing. Chinese women are particularly bothered by...

Beth Pritchard exits BBW. (International News).(Bath and Body Works)(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... Bath & Body Works' President and CEO Beth Pritchard (pictured above) has announced her resignation from the company. Ken Stevens, who is currently Executive VP and COO, take over the position of President. There is no word yet on who Hill...

Unilever Prestige steps up the Competition. (International News).(Nautica launches competition)(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... The male fragrance category steps up a gear this March when Nautica launches its new scent Competition. The fragrance and male grooming range targets the same 18 to 35 year-old audience that the Competition activewear apparel label goes...

New salon chain opens in India. (International News).(Limelite)(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... Limelite, a premium-end beauty salon targeting the family market, has opened its first outlet in Chennai, India. Limelite is owned by Trends In Vogue Pvt Ltd, part of the Chennai-based FMCG company, CavinKare. Sanjay Gupta, General Manager,...

Parlux terminates talks with Quality King. (International News).(Parlux Fragrances )(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... Negotiations between Parlux Fragrances and Quality King Distributors have broken down irretrievably. "We have concluded that a business combination with Quality King does not meet our strategic objectives at this time," commented Ilia...

Tiffany is to launch Pure Tiffany, a new fragrance aimed at 25 to 55 year old women.(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... Tiffany is to launch Pure Tiffany, a new fragrance aimed at 25 to 55 year old women. This marks the company's first foray into the fragrance market since it bowed Sheer Tiffany in 1999. The fragrance will be carried in nearly 100 doors...

Saks Incorporated has entered into an exchange deal with Federated Department Stores Inc.(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... Saks Incorporated has entered into an exchange deal with Federated Department Stores Inc. The agreement sees Saks acquire the former Macy's store in the Riverchase Galleria in Birmingham, Alabama, while Federated takes up ownership of the...

The Shanghai Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau recently confiscated and destroyed a batch of French lipsticks over fears that they contained bovine components, reports the Hong Kong Trader.
January 25, 2003... The Shanghai Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau recently confiscated and destroyed a batch of French lipsticks over fears that they contained bovine components, reports the Hong Kong Trader. Despite the packaging claiming the lipsticks...

Lancome to create Sensation in haircare. (International News).(new products)
January 25, 2003... The US haircare market will heat up this spring when Lancome launches Hair Sensation, a complete line of shampoos, conditioners and styling aids. It will join Clinique and Origins as the only other major prestige brand with haircare entries....

C&A debuts colour cosmetics in Brazil. (International News).(Brief Article)
January 25, 2003... C&A, the European fashion retailer, has launched its own makeup and fragrance line throughout its 78 stores in Brazil. The line called Very Up, comprises 148 products and complements the chain's recent move into the youth-oriented sectors...