Cosmetics International articles from July 2003

Cosmetics International archives from July 2003

Stella McCartney unveils signature scent.
July 4, 2003... Fashion designer Stella McCartney became the latest celebrity to enter the fragrance arena when she unveiled her debut scent last week. It is produced by YSL Beaute's Emerging Brands division, which was also responsible for Alexander McQueen's...

US debut for Cartier's Baiser du Dragon.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... In a change of pace for Cartier, the company will launch its newest scent, Le Baiser du Dragon, in the US this autumn and will not bring the women's fragrance to Europe until the spring of next year. The fragrance is intended to be a...

Nestle and Colgate-Palmolive are to pursue the development, marketing and sale of a range of portable oral care products on a worldwide basis.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... NESTLE AND Colgate-Palmolive are to pursue the development, marketing and sale of a range of portable oral care products on a worldwide basis. The products will be sold alongside confectionery, but will clean teeth and freshen breath. The first...

Retailer Gadzooks and cosmetics company Too Faced have signed an contract.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... RETAILER GADZOOKS and cosmetics company Too Faced have signed an contract, whereby Too Faced agrees to sell its Love Hangover and Celebrity Spa lines only to Gadzooks, high-end boutiques and in international markets for 18 months, from July...

The Body Shop disclosed that sales were down 8% in the first quarter of 2003.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... THE BODY Shop disclosed that sales were down 8% in the first quarter of 2003; it blamed a 'challenging retail climate' that had led to a decline in customer traffic as well as the company's decision to end discounting.

Market research company NPD Group and fragrance expert Michael Edwards have signed an agreement that will allow NPD to classify prestige fragrances using Edwards' fragrance system.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... MARKET RESEARCH company NPD Group and fragrance expert Michael Edwards have signed an agreement that will allow NPD to classify prestige fragrances using Edwards' fragrance system. The copyrighted system catalogues fragrances into one of 12...

US department store Henri Bendel will carry the new beauty line from designer Diane Von Furstenburg from 15 August, before it rolls out nationally.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... US DEPARTMENT store Henri Bendel will carry the new beauty line from designer Diane Von Furstenburg from 15 August, before it rolls out nationally. The Store also has an exclusive on the Kevyn Aucoin brand.

Avon steps up pace with Anew clinical. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... According to published reports, the demand for collagen, botox injections and other cosmetic procedures has not yet hit the ceiling in the US. In fact, it continues to grow with consumers of all ages, which is why this autumn Avon will...

Lehman Brothers to buy Brut? (International News).(Unilever will reportedly sell some personal care brands to investment bank)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Unilever is set to sell a number of its personal care brands to global investment bank Lehman Brothers, according to website thedeal.com. There has already been speculation that the corporation would sell its oral care division as part of...

Less affluent, but belli all the same. (International News).(Italian cosmetics market, consumer confidence)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Italians seem to have little trust vis-a-vis the present economic climate. Market research studies suggest that disposable income is being restricted to the self, with holidays and new cars put on hold. Italy's advertising market has been...

Promostyl predicts playful looks for winter 04. (International News).
July 4, 2003... As cosmetics companies begin to release details of their colours for this winter, trendspotters are hard at work predicting the styles and influences for the following year. According to international fashion and trend forecasting agency...

MAC heads for Harlem with latest store. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... New York City's Harlem neighbourhood has been undergoing a second renaissance in the past few years with national chains such as Starbucks and Old Navy moving into the neighbourhood. On 24 July, hip beauty retailer MAC will join them, becoming...

Natural Source plans Malaysia expansion. (International News).(Ozwin Natural Beauty Products)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Malaysian company Ozwin Natural Beauty Products plans to open 20 new The Natural Source stores throughout the country over the next four years. Ozwin is the master franchisee for The Natural Source, an Australia-based company that manufactures...

Indian health fitness and beauty chain Curls & Curves le planning to enter the colour cosmetics category later this year, and it is considering introducing a men's line, says senior vice president Sandeep Ahuja.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... INDIAN HEALTH fitness and beauty chain Curls & Curves is planning to enter the colour cosmetics category later this year, and it is considering introducing a men's line, says senior vice president Sandeep Ahuja. It also hopes to open more of...

Colgate-Palmolive has responded to comments made by a sell-side analyst by confirming that it expects both operating cash flow and free cash flow to increase meaningfully for the full year 2003.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... COLGATE-PALMOLIVE has responded to comments made by a sell-side analyst by confirming that it expects both operating cash flow and free cash flow to increase meaningfully for the full year 2003, even after the 33% increase in dividends that was...

Pathumas Perfumery Industries of Sri Lanka, manufacturer of Sangam laundry soap.(award from the Business Initiative Directions )(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... PATHUMAS PERFUMERY Industries of Sri Lanka, manufacturer of Sangam laundry soap, has received the International Quality Crown Award in the gold category from the international selection committee of Business Initiative Directions (BID).

Direct seller Hangzhou Mary Kay Co Ltd is using Motorola's Mobile Workforce System to allow its beauty consultants access to product and sales information through SMS.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... DIRECT SELLER Hangzhou Mary Kay Co Ltd is using Motorola's Mobile Workforce System to allow its beauty consultants access to product and sales information through SMS. The workforce will also be able to check individual and team sales data...

Gillette's board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 16.25 cants per common share. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... GILLETTE'S BOARD of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 16.25 cants per common share. It will be paid on 5 September.

Entrepreneur Cleans up in fragrances. (International News).(Clean Perfume adds more products)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Since its US introduction in April, Clean Perfume has already received numerous mentions in the beauty pages of various women's magazines and developed a celebrity fan base that includes Cameron Diaz, Daryl Hannah and Courteney Cox Arquette....

Narcisco Rodriguez creates first fragrance. (International News).
July 4, 2003... Narciso Rodriguez, who was named best woman's fashion designer of the year in 2002 by the Council of Fashion Designers of America, will introduce his first fragrance in September. Narciso Rodriguez for Her was developed in conjunction with...

Boots eyes US opportunities. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Troubled UK high street retailer Boots is hoping to crack the lucrative US market by forming a partnership with one or more US retailers (Cosmetics International 20 June 2003). If the negotiations between Boots and various unnamed retailers...

Beiersdorf speculation intensifies. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Speculation about the future of the Nivea producer Beiersdorf AG has intensified following a move by the family shareholders of the Tchibo holding group. Tchibo has a 30% stake in Beiersdorf. The holding group has now announced that the...

Cosmetics International talks to Sally Yeh, president of Murad Inc and former president of Bijan Fragrances. (Q&A).(Interview)
July 4, 2003... How did you get into the business? I was working in fashion admin for Rogers, a fashion house in Japan. When the time came to expand the business and add cosmetics, I wanted to use Estee Lauder but the general manager wanted to use Revlon....

And you thought 1Q was tough? It's not over yet, says Goldman Sach's Jacques Franck Dossin. (Stock Watch).
July 4, 2003... We believe the sector is likely to start suffering from its lack of leverage, as investors look for more cyclical exposure. A poor first half reporting season could provide the catalyst for a derating. We recently downgraded our coverage view...

Henkel to sell Wella stake. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Henkel's decision to sell its stake in Wella AG had a cost in the last few days as its share price dropped 5% on the Frankfurt exchange. Investors had speculated that the consumer group would improve the Procter & Gamble (P&G) offer in...

Airport beauty centres take off. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... A key growth area in the Italian C&T market is that of health and beauty centres. Tonic Network recently commissioned the Qualita Life Institute to carry out a study of health and beauty trends: the sector overall in Italy has grown by 10% in a...

Guerlain aims for Top 10 with L'Instant. (International News).(new women's scent will include magnolia note)
July 4, 2003... Guerlain has unveiled its long-awaited new women's scent, L'Instant de Guerlain, which it hopes will enter both the US and European top ten. It is something of a departure for the company, being the first Guerlain fragrance to include a...

Pierre Fabre insists on corporate independence. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... The medium-sized French producer of skin cosmetics and drug products Pierre Fabre has said it is determined to remain independent after the failure of its attempted merger with bioMerieux, despite facing a number of problems. Its new...

France's City of Grasse is to exhibit at HBA Health & Beauty America this year, for the first time ever.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... FRANCE'S CITY of Grasse is to exhibit at HBA Health & Beauty America this year, for the first time ever. The mayor of Grasses described its participation as an important step forward in bringing greater recognition to Grasse within the US...

Cosmetic companies should put safety warnings first, give clear details of how much product to use and avoid using uncommon words where possible according to a group of teenagers, who tested the clarity of cosmetics packaging instructions.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... COSMETIC COMPANIES should put safety warnings first, give clear details of how much product to use and avoid using uncommon words where possible according to a group of teenagers, who tested the clarity of cosmetics packaging instructions. The...

At Merchant Retail Group's AGM.(Perfume Shop Ltd. plans seven new store openings)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... AT MERCHANT Retail Group's AGM, chairman Brian O'Callaghan said The Perfume Shop continued to trade strongly and was on target to achieve its store opening programme for 2003, with seven new stores opening shortly, although the group's...

More than 30% of women in the UK suffer from Irritated underarms, according to a survey by Unilever's Dove brand, making them feel 'dirty' and 'unfeminine'.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... MORE THAN 30% of women in the UK suffer from Irritated underarms, according to a survey by Unilever's Dove brand, making them feel 'dirty' and 'unfeminine'. It found that 92% of UK women remove their body hair, with shaving the most popular...

Latvia's Drogas cosmetics retailer plans to open ten more shops in Latvia and Lithuania this year, according to Baltic Business News.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... LATVIA'S DROGAS cosmetics retailer plans to open ten more shops in Latvia and Lithuania this year, according to Baltic Business News. The company already operates 46 shops in Latvia and 12 in Lithuania.

Just how important is winning a FiFi to a brand? What difference, if any, do such awards make? (Hot Topic).
July 4, 2003... Debra Clark, senior vice president global marketing, Kate Spade Beauty, US "It is extremely important to us from an industry perspective. Such positive recognition that adds to the buzz around our product is great. We are delighted that...

Mauboussin unveils men's scent.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... French jeweller Mauboussin will launch its first men's fragrance internationally this September. Mauboussin Homme will be the house's fourth jus, after the three women's fragrances launched between 2000 and 2002. "After our first women's...

Coming soon ... coming soon.(briefs)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Liza Minnelli has teamed up with MAC to introduce Liza for MAC, a cosmetics collection for those who want to recreate Minnelli's trademark look. It launches in October... Gucci's latest men's fragrance, Gucci Pour Heroine, will roll out...

Lancome turns spotlight on male skincare. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... This month, French cosmetics brand Lancome will launch Lancome Homme, its first skincare line for men. A range of 10 skus will debut in Terminal F1 of Roissy Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris in early July before rolling out to travel retail...

Marionnaud plans Italian expansion. (International News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... The president of the French perfumery group Marionnaud has said he does not expect the price war of 2002 to be repeated this year. Marcel Frydman, whose company has a 30% share of the market, said none of the major operators had any interest in...

L'Oreal Feria has named Tomomi Asai, from the London College of Fashion, as the winner of its award for the 'Best Use of Colour' at this year's Graduate Fashion Week.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... L'OREAL FERIA has named Tomomi Asai, from the London College of Fashion, as the winner of its award for the 'Best Use of Colour' at this year's Graduate Fashion Week. The award was created to showcase students' innovative use of colour across...

Tomatoes could be used to produce colourants for food and cosmetics, according to a report in Science.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... TOMATOES COULD be used to produce colourants for food and cosmetics, according to a report in Science. A group of French scientists have worked out which genes are necessary to produce plant product and colourant bixin naturally, and have...

Givaudan has started its second buy-back programme for 10% of its own shares having completed its first programme at the end of March.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... GIVAUDAN HAS started its second buy-back programme for 10% of its own shares having completed its first programme at the end of March. It hopes to buy back up to 800,000 share over the next year. A second trading line for Givaudan shares has...

The Polish government is to reduce the rate of corporate income tax from the current 27% to 19% in 2004, according to the Interfax news agency.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... THE POLISH government is to reduce the rate of corporate income tax from the current 27% to 19% in 2004, according to the Interfax news agency, the aim of this is to increase the competitiveness of Polish industry, and make it easier for...

Estee Lauder is to release a limited edition Colors of Paradise cosmetics collection to coincide with the launch of its Beyond Paradise fragrance.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... ESTEE LAUDER is to release a limited edition Colors Of Paradise cosmetics collection to coincide with the launch of its Beyond Paradise fragrance. Colors of Paradise Blush Petals (23 [pounds sterling]), Pure Color Nail Lacquer in Orchid...

Temple Spa has added six new products to its skin and body care line.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... TEMPLE SPA has added six new products to its skin and body care line. Power Breakfast scrub and mask (17.50 [pounds sterling]), Double Cream moisturiser (35 [pounds sterling]), G Force mouth spray (5 [pounds sterling]), Quietude room fragrance...

Cosmetics a la carte has asked model Nell McAndrew and singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor to create a lipstick each for its Lipstick For Life UK fundraising initiative.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... COSMETICS A la carte has asked model Nell McAndrew and singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor to create a lipstick each for its Lipstick For Life UK fundraising initiative. The resulting lipsticks will be on sale from August, priced at 17 [pounds sterling]...

Aquolina has launched a collection of fruity shower gels, priced at 8 [euro] each.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... AQUOLINA HAS launched a collection of fruity shower gels, priced at 8 [euro] each. The company suggests consumers mix several scents together to create a fruity concoction of their choice. Aquolina has also added two new fragrances to its Dry...

Armani makes it a night to remember. (Product News).(new fragrances)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Emporio Armani has unveiled a new pair of fragrances for him and her, which be available worldwide from September. Inspired by the mystery, sensuality and boldness of the night, both scents contain the earthy, woody note of myrrh. Night for...

Clarins restores beauty to ageing skin. (Product News).(Super Restorative Serum)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Clarins has created Super Restorative Serum, a skincare product aimed at all women who want to 'age gracefully'. Specially formulated for skin that has been weakened by hormonal changes, the product contains two key ingredients that have...

All about Eve. (Product News).(Lancome's Urban Eve)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... ALL ABOUT EVE... Lancome has unveiled Urban Eve, a limited edition collection of autumn colours available from 1 September. Artistic Advisor Fred Farrugia created the collection to symbolise the speed and endless energy of the city and the...

The Italian job ... (Product News).(autumn colour collection from Lancaster)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Lancaster's autumn colour collection is inspired by the Mediterranean and the heat of an Indian summer, hence the name Tuscany Vista. The collection will be available from 8 September and includes 4 new shades of Rouge Grace lip colour (14.50...

Rimmel feels the Beat. (Product News).(new fragrance)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Cosmetics brand Rimmel is following the lead of prestige brands such as Dior Addict by extending into fragrance. "Rimmel's recognition, awareness and usage is second to none," said David Allan, marketing director for Coty UK. "We've got...

Lip gloss lowdown. (Statistics In Focus).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... * Across Europe, 11.5% of women aged 11-74 use lip gloss in an average week. Italy has the highest penetration with 17.4% of women using lip gloss in an average week, compared to only 6.3% in Germany. * On average, lip gloss is used 4.5...

Chantal Thomass has extended her fragrance line with Sensuals, a bath line comprising Silky Shower Gel (21 [pounds sterling]), Perfumed Body Lotion (21 [pounds sterling]) and Perfumed Deodorant Spray (19 [pounds sterling]). (Product News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... CHANTAL THOMASS has extended her fragrance line with Sensuals, a bath line comprising Silky Shower Gel (21 [pounds sterling]), Perfumed Body Lotion (21 [pounds sterling]) and Perfumed Deodorant Spray (19 [pounds sterling]). Scented with...

YSL has created a hydrating body lotion to accompany its M7 men's fragrance. (Product News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... YSL has created a hydrating body lotion to accompany its M7 men's fragrance. M7 Moisturizing Body Lotion Natural Spray (16.50 [pounds sterling]), is a light, fluid formula containing ginseng root to tone. It is on counter from 23 August.

Nexxus has launched a range of special gift packs specifically for fine, colour treated and dry hair, so that one consumers' hair has been analysed, they can have the right products for home care in one pack.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... NEXXUS has launched a range of special gift packs specifically for fine, colour treated and dry hair, so that one consumers' hair has been analysed, they can have the right products for home care in one pack. Each pack contains a shampoo and...

Contract manufacturer Swallowfield has created Kissable Powder, a loose shimmery powder to add a sparkly shine to skin.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... CONTRACT MANUFACTURER Swallowfield has created Kissable Powder, a loose shimmery powder to add a sparkly shine to skin. The powder can be formulated with different flavours and fragrances, from Champagne & Strawberries to Turkish Delight.

Haircare range Umberto Giannini has launched the Sun Style range, seven products to protect hair from the sun and chlorine while fighting frizz and dryness.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... HAIRCARE RANGE Umberto Giannini has launched the Sun Style range, seven products to protect hair from the sun and chlorine while fighting frizz and dryness. Prices range from 99p for a Frizz Free Protector Shine Cloth to 4.95 [pounds sterling]...

Roy skincare arrives in UK. (Product News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Cult men's skincare line Roy has spread its wings beyond its native US, by launching its core product line in the UK. Roy was created in the mid-80s by chemist Linda Silver. She wanted to put her skincare knowledge to use in a luxury men's...

Revlon introduces all day colour. (Product News).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Revlon has brought the latest additions to its ColorStay cosmetics collection to the UK. The products, all of which promise long-lasting colour and coverage, are now available worldwide. First up is Overtime LipColor (8.99 [pounds...

"Jean Paul Gaultier Classique happily romped into the austere, fine fragrance market bringing charisma, glamour, quality and sex. (Product Landmark).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... "Jean Paul Gaultier Classique happily romped into the austere, fine fragrance market bringing charisma, glamour, quality and sex. The irony is that this luxury and packaging driven brand is packaged in what is, essentially, a baked bean tin!...

Ileos Group targets luxury market. (Technology & Packaging).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... At New York's Luxe Pack, the subsidiaries of Paris-based Ileos Group introduced their newest projects. Axilone USA, a manufacturer of caps and closures, has created two-piece bi-injection caps for the Mary Kay Private Spa Collection's...

Kalix improves production rate. (Technology & Packaging).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Packaging equipment manufacturer Kalix has launched a new cartoning machine, designed especially for the cosmetics and pharmaceutical markets. The KP600 is a more advanced version of the KPS machine, incorporating all the latest...

Dynamic new look for Be 21. (Technology & Packaging).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Orlane Paris has repackaged its Be 21 products with holographic foils to give a more contemporary feel. The brief was to create a shelf presence for the brand, using transparent, iridescent packaging so that product itself was visible...

J&J's mix and match packaging. (Technology & Packaging).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Johnsen & Jorgensen has announced the launch of a range of off-the-shelf jars and caps which can be mixed and matched almost infinitely to create an individual look for each product. The jars are available in a range of colours from...

IBC sets sail for Blue Harbour. (Technology & Packaging).(Marks & Spencer picks International Bottle Co. to create packaging for Blue Harbour toiletries line)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Marks & Spencer has turned to International Bottle Company (IBC) to create packaging for its Blue Harbour toiletries range. The collection was launched to capitalise on the success of the UK retailer's Blue Harbour clothing brand and it...

Kenzo's elegant new packaging. (Technology & Packaging).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Three Techpack subsidiaries joined to create the packaging for Kenzo's KenzoKi line of skincare products. MT Packaging supplied 50ml jars, 50 100ml bottles and the caps of the 250ml bottles, Decoplast supplied the 250ml bottles while Laffon...

Pump resolves problem of viscous liquids. (Technology & Packaging).(development from Pump Engineering )(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Liquids handling company Pump Engineering claims to have solved the problem of transferring high viscosity creams, gels and pastes which do not flow easily. The company has mounted a CSF piston pump, already used for high viscosity fluids,...

Sleever shines at New York's Luxe Pack. (Technology & Packaging).(displays translucent Thermosleeve decorations)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... At New York's recent Luxe Pack event, shrinksleeve specialist Sleever International displayed several innovations. These included creating a translucent Thermosleeve decoration for Issey Miyake's summer fragrances. The colours were blue for the...

Geodis UK has been awarded a contract by Allegro UK.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... GEODIS UK has been awarded a contract by Allegro UK to handle the distribution of its goods from Asia and throughout the UK.

Institut Distingue National Centre of Cosmetic Excellence has become the sole UK distributor for the Philoderm Professional Skin Care Range.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... INSTITUT DISTINGUE National Centre of Cosmetic Excellence has become the sole UK distributor for the Philoderm Professional Skin Care Range, a medicinal product range comprising moisturisers, cleansers and peels.

Uniquema has been awarded the Gillette Omnimark Supplier award, for delivering high quality products and superior customer service to Gillette throughout 2002.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... UNIQUEMA HAS been awarded the Gillette Omnimark Supplier award, for delivering high quality products and superior customer service to Gillette throughout 2002. The Omnimarks award is offered to suppliers who provide the company with custom...

The Contract Packaging Division of UK company JSL Contract Packaging is up and running at its Wembley headquarters.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... THE CONTRACTS Packaging Division of UK company JSL Contract Packaging is up and running at its Wembley headquarters. The company now offers a complete packaging service from promotional product research, design and development to packaging, all...

The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) has launched Issue 2 of The BAMA Standard for Consumer Safety and Good Manufacturing Practice.(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... THE BRITISH Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) has launched Issue 2 of The BAMA Standard for Consumer Safety and Good Manufacturing Practice. It provides guidance on legislation such as the Chemicals Regulations and Dangerous Substances...

Buchmann promoted to president of LVMH Germany. (People).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... LVMH has promoted Heinz Buchmann to president of LVMH Germany. He was formerly country general manager, LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics for Germany, where he helped create several group subsidiaries. In his new capacity Buchmann will be...

Michelon moves to Sisley. (People).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Laurence Michelon has joined French natural beauty brand Sisley as international marketing director. She replaces AnneMarie Faure, who retired from the position earlier this year. Michelon will report to chief executive officer Hubert...

Boswell returns to cosmetics industry. (People).(Avon Products appoints Gina R Boswell senior vice president, corporate strategy & business development)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... Avon has appointed Gina R Boswell senior vice president, corporate strategy & business development, a newly created position in the company. Prior to joining Avon, Boswell was at the Ford Motor Company where she led the business strategy...

CPL appoints former customer. (People).(CPL Aromas)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... One of CPL Aromas' former customers has joined its product marketing team. Ange Cartwright has been appoint ed product manager, personal care and will be based at the company's headquarters in the UK. She joins CPL Aromas from British high...

Parfums Givenchy Canada. (People).(Promotes Michael Feuling to general manager)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... MICHAEL FEULING has been promoted to general manager of Parfums Givenchy Canada, reporting to Gilles Dougoud, general manager, of Parfums Givenchy. He will direct all promotional marketing sales and distribution for the company in Canada....

Lancaster Group (Coty Inc). (People).(Has named Christine Varet marketing director )(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... LANCASTER GROUP (Coty Inc) has named Christine Varet marketing director skin for the Lancaster brand, Varet, who has worked in skincare for 16 years, was previously in charge of npd and international marketing for French pharmacy brand Lierac.

Printemps. (People).(Names marketing and external communications director)(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... NATHALIE MONTALDIER has been appointed marketing and external communications director of French departments store group Printemps, effective August 20. Montaldier joins Printemps from LVMH where she worked for nine years, most recently as...

Weruska & Joel. (People).(Brief Article)
July 4, 2003... ALBERTINA AGLIETTI has been named international director of niche Italian beauty company Weruska & Joel. She was formerly export director of Eurocosmesi, a division of the Guaber Group.

Contrary to our report in Cosmetics International 20 June 2003, Romayne Der Minassian has never been a member of the Toly Group Board. (People).
July 4, 2003... CONTRARY TO our report in Cosmetics International 20 June 2003, Romayne Der Minassian has never been a member of the Toly Group Board. However, she was a former member of the Toly France SA Board.

Diary dates.(Calendar)
July 4, 2003... >12-15 JULY 2003 CHINA INTERNATIONAL HAIR DRESSING AND COSMETOLOGY EXHIBITION Venue: Beijing Exhibition Centre, 135 Xi Zhi Men Wai Street, Beijing, China Tel: +852 2897 7719 Fax: +852 2898 9852 Email: linda@hkhb.com or...

Lancome aims for top spot with Attraction.(New women's fragrance)(Brief Article)
July 18, 2003... Attraction, the new women's fragrance by Lancome, is "set to become the third pillar in the brand's feminine fragrance line-up after Tresor and Miracle", according to a Lancome spokesperson, and the first based entirely on sensuality. The...