Cosmetics International articles from September 2003

Cosmetics International archives from September 2003

Lulu Guinness adds twist to limited editions.
September 12, 2003... Riviera Concepts is following up the successful launch of British handbag designer Lulu Guinness's first signature scent, with the introduction of the designer's first limited edition fragrance. However, unlike more mainstream limited edition...

Modern day Mae West moves into beauty.(Lip Lingerie)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
September 12, 2003... Dianne Brill, the original New York 'It Girl' once hailed as the new Mae West, will bring her own brand of sex appeal to the US beauty industry this autumn with the launch of Lip Lingerie. With provocative shade names like Nude Negligee and...

North America's Organic Trade Association (OTA) has expressed dismay at a bill passed by the California Assembly to remove state regulations governing organic products.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * NORTH AMERICA'S Organic Trade Association (OTA) has expressed dismay at a bill passed by the California Assembly to remove state regulations governing organic products. The bill is currently under consideration by the California Senate, but...

The demand for anti-ageing products is set to rise by around 11% per year, reaching $29bn in 2007, says a report from Cleveland-based Freedonia Group.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * THE DEMAND for anti-ageing products is set to rise by around 11% per year, reaching $29bn in 2007, says a report from Cleveland-based Freedonia Group. The value of chemicals used in these products will advance at the same pace, reaching...

Hairmax International has entered into an alliance with the Miss World Beauty Pageant.(International News)(will sponsor competition and participate in other supportive activities)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * HAIRMAX INTERNATIONAL has entered into an alliance with the Miss World Beauty Pageant, whereby it will sponsor the competition and participate in other supportive activities.

The Macao Nano-Tech Research Institute plans to launch an analgesic toothpaste on the Chinese market by the end of 2003, reports the Xinhua news agency.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * THE MACAO Nano-Tech Research Institute plans to launch an analgesic toothpaste on the Chinese market by the end of 2003, reports the Xinhua news agency. The toothpaste is free from fluoride and can kill most types of bacteria causing tooth...

Limited Brands reported positive second quarter results last month, with net income up to $102m compared to $83.2m in the same period last year.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * LIMITED BRANDS reported positive second quarter results last month, with net income up to $102m compared to $83.2m in the same period last year. Net sales of $2.014bn were up 5% from $1.912m last year.

Unilever and P&G in advertising wrangle.(International News; Procter & Gamble Co)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Unilever Thailand has filed a lawsuit demanding Bht471m in compensation from Procter & Gamble (P&G). The dispute centres around a P&G television advertisement which portrayed P&G's Head & Shoulders anti-dandruff shampoo as being superior to...

Beiersdorf beefs up Thai plant.(International News)(production facility in Thailand upgraded)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Beiersdorf has recently completed a Bht65m upgrading of its production facility in Thailand. The new plant will now be able to produce 7,800 tonnes of Nivea skincare products annually, up from 5,000 tonnes last year. The company added that...

Lanvin to make US comeback.(International News)(to introduce latest fragrance in select stores)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... If Karl Lagerfeld can resurrect the house of Chanel and return it to its former glory as a fashion and fragrance powerhouse. why can't designer Alber Elbaz do the same for the house of Lanvin? "We are literally reviving a sleeping beauty," said...

Sa Sa in new look makeover.(International News)(cosmetics retailer Sa Sa International to revamp layout of its stores throughout Asia)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Asian cosmetics retailer Sa Sa International will be revamping the layout of its stores throughout Asia, starting with Singapore and Malaysia. The new concept is one of minimalist decoration, clean lighting and a lighter colour scheme. Another...

YSL to launch first "adjustable lipstick".(International News)(Yves Saint Laurent)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Make-up should help women express their individuality and not dictate how they look, according to Linda Cantello, artistic advisor for makeup at Yves Saint Laurent. Beauty, in other words, "is the way we affirm our identities and defy...

Revlon on red alert?(International News)(company could run out of funds)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... From its financial books to the retail shelves, Revlon's colour this autumn is red. According to reports. Deutsche Bank projects Revlon will run out of funds in the fourth quarter. The company has posted financial losses for 19 straight...

Drinks brand Snapple is planning to license a line of skincare and cosmetics products, starting with a line of lip balms and lip glosses.(Liquid News ...)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
September 12, 2003... Drinks brand Snapple is planning to license a line of skincare and cosmetics products, starting with a line of lip balms and lip glosses. A spokesman told Cosmetics International: "The Snapple brand has a lot of great equities in its variety,...

Vietnam's Thanh Nam and Lan Huong perfume producers have each been fined VND74m (US$4,900) for trademark violations, as both were found using the 'Miss' trademark registered by Saigon Cosmetics.(International News; trademark violation by Thanh Nam and Lan Huong )(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * VIETNAM'S THANH Nam and Lan Huong perfume producers have each been fined VND74m (US$4,900) for trademark violetions, as both were found using the 'Miss' trademark registered by Saigon Cosmetics. They have been stripped of their operating...

Saigon Cosmetics has been chosen as one of the beneficiaries of a local government programme aimed at promoting the production of high quality products, reports the Vietnamese News Agency.(International News)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
September 12, 2003... * SAIGON COSMETICS has been chosen as one of the beneficiaries of a local government programme aimed at promoting the production of high quality products, reports the Vietnamese News Agency. It will qualify for a number of incentives from the...

Avon has announced four strategic alliances aimed at promoting its new Mark brand.(International News)(Makeupalley.com)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * AVON HAS announced four strategic alliances aimed at promoting its new Mark brand. The company has partnered with the University of Phoenix (where Mark representatives can earn extra credit), NBC drama Passions (where character Jessica...

Saks announced a net loss of $25.8m for the second quarter ended 2 August 2003, compared to a net loss of $20.4m for the same period last year.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * SAKS ANNOUNCED a net loss of $25.8m for the second quarter ended 2 August 2003, compared to a net loss of $20.4m for the same period last year. The results included gains relating to the sale of closed stores, which added up to $2.7m. For the...

Unilever sells great smell of Brut for $55m.(International News)(fragrance sold to Helen of Troy; Guaber concluded terms with Lever Faberge to buy Patrichs brand for men)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Unilever's iconic Seventies fragrance Brut has been sold to US personal care company Helen of Troy for $55m. The sale, which is expected to close later this year, applies to the Americas region only. The Anglo-Dutch conglomerate's rights to...

Signs of recovery in Asia & US luxury markets.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Encouraging signs for the luxury goods industry have been emerging worldwide. Several major companies have posted improved sales since June this year in North America and Asia while Europe in contrast remains an uncertain market. Bulgari,...

Masterbrand extension for Victoria's Secret.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Victoria's Secret Beauty is poised to add a second men's scent to its Very Sexy master brand next month, when Very Sexy For Him 2 hits US shelves. A spokesperson told Cosmetics International that the intention was to further the men's...

Gillette & Schick ready for battle.(International News)(patent infringement)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... The rivalry between Gillette and Schick has intensified, with Gillette accusing Schick of patent infringement in the design of its Quattro razor. Gillette has filed a suit against Energizer Holdings, parent company of Schick, claiming that...

Estee Lauder breaks $5bn barrier.(International News)(sales)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... The US cosmetics major Estee Lauder has maintained its market position in Europe--helped by favourable exchange-rate trends. The group markets Clinique, Aveda, Origins, Bobbi Brown and MAC products among others in Europe and increased sales...

Q & A: Cosmetics International talks to Gabriele Pungersheg, president, European Designer Parfums, a division of Unilever Cosmetics International.(Interview)
September 12, 2003... How many years have you been in the industry? Over 20. How did you get into the business? I joined Unilever directly from university (having completed my PhD) and have always worked in cosmetics. When Unilever bought Calvin Klein...

Pressed powder is no longer the sole preserve of the colour cosmetics category reveals Mintel.(NPD Watch)(trends from Mintel International Group Ltd.)
September 12, 2003... The Isostar energy drink brand from Novartis is continuing to diversify into non-food sectors. Earlier this year, it appeared in Portugal as an SPF 35 sport sun lotion under the Isostar Sports Care branding; and in 2001 we reported on Isostar...

UK second market for Air Touch.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Procter & Gamble's prestige skincare line SK-II has launched its Air Touch Foundation in the UK, the second market for the product. Air Touch first launched in Japan last year with a three-month waiting list and the company sold around...

Corine de Farme in men's move.(International News)(is introducing a line of men's skin care products)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... French mass market beauty brand Corine de Farme (Laboratoires Sarbec) is currently rolling out its debut skin care line for men to selected Western European markets. The six-product line, called L'Homme de C. de Farme--Paris, is comprised...

Skincare brand Juvena of Switzerland has named British model Laura Bailey as the new worldwide face of its brand.(Face Value)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... FACE VALUE... Skincare brand Juvena of Switzerland has named British model Laura Bailey as the new worldwide face of its brand. Bailey, who has appeared on the pages of Vogue, Elle, Glamour and Tatler, was chosen because her 'elegance and...

Beiersdorf still up for grabs?(International News)(Tchibo coffee group may be interested in taking over Beiersdorf AG)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... The struggle to acquire the north German Nivea producer Beiersdorf AG is entering a critical and possibly final phase following the confirmation that the Tchibo coffee group is officially interested in a takeover. Dieter Ammer, president...

Nuxe to open spa in Printemps.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... French cosmetics brand Nuxe will open a day spa this November in the new 4500[m.sup.2] beauty area of the flagship Printemps department store in Paris. Currently under construction, Printemps' new beauty area, slated to be the largest in Europe...

Poland's Kolastyna on acquisition trail.(International News)( Ann Cosmetics)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... The Polish tanning cosmetics producer Kolastyna, based in Lodz, has been active in the acquisitions field ahead of its listing on the Warsaw exchange in 2005. The company's recent acquisitions have included Ann Cosmetics, a company with 8% of...

As part of a plan to extend its brand into more mainstream categories, sexy UK lingerie chain Ann Summers is considering introducing a perfume.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * AS PART of a plan to extend its brand into more mainstream categories, sexy UK lingerie chain Ann Summers is considering introducing a perfume. A spokesperson said plans were still in very early stages, but was asking manufacturers who would...

Niche Cosmetics brand Ruby & Millie and skincare company Shiseido have both been voted Cool Brand Leaders by a panel of UK judges.
September 12, 2003... * NICHE COSMETICS brand Ruby & Millie and skincare company Shiseido have both been voted Cool Brand Leaders by a panel of UK judges. The brands who made the list were judged to be "extremely desirable among many style leaders'.

Givaudan has posted higher sales but lower profits in the first half of 2003. Net profits fell 19% to 84m [euro].(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * GIVAUDAN HAS posted higher sales but lower profits in the first half of 2003. Net profits fell 19% to 84m [euro]. Givaudan said the drop in first-half earnings was down in part to high net financing costs, Sales rose in the reporting by 1% to...

On 28 October Cosmetic Executive Women (UK) is to present Achiever Awards to Barbara Daly OBE, creator of Tesco's make-up range; Nicky Kinnaird, founder of Space.NK and Sandra Boler, editor of Brides.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * ON 28 OCTOBER Cosmetic Executive Women (UK) is to present Achiever Awards to Barbara Daly OBE, creator of Tesco's make-up range; Nicky Kinnaird, founder of Space.NK and Sandre Boler, editor of Brides. The Member's Achiever will be announced...

The consumer price of eau de cologne in Russia in July was 1.1% higher than in June.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * THE CONSUMER price of eau de cologne in Russia in July was 1.1% higher than in June. In comparison, the monthly increase in Russia's consumer price index in July was 0.7%.

Does viral marketing work better than traditional forms of advertising in reaching today's more savvy consumer?(Hot Topic)
September 12, 2003... Nirmalya Kumar, Professor of Marketing, London Business School "Viral marketing techniques should usually complement rather than substitute traditional advertising. Viral marketing is best in reaching: (1) prospects who fall outside...

Nivea in age reversal claim.(International News)(Nivea Visage introduces Nivea Visage Age Reversal Intense Rejuvenating Cream )(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Nivea Visage has high hopes for its latest product, which it claims can 'turn back the clock' on ageing, returning the skin's structure to the way it was 10 years ago. Nivea Visage Age Reversal Intense Rejuvenating Cream is the brand's...

Italy: tale of contrasting fortunes.(International News)(CD Gerard - specialist manufacturer of natural cosmetics)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
September 12, 2003... Profits worth 1.15m [euro], and more than 10% growth compared to the same period in 2002: these are the results obtained by CD Gerard's, a specialist manufacturer of natural cosmetics and treatments. Located near Brescia, northern Italy, the...

French move to block animal-testing ban.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... France is attempting to quash a European Union (EU) ban on animal-tested cosmetics. The French government has launched legal action aimed at overturning the 7th amendment to the EU Cosmetics Directive, which is due to come into force in 2009....

Sephora in Spanish shake-up.(International News)(perfumes company reorganizes Spanish operations)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... The French perfumes group Sephora has completed a restructuring of its lossmaking operation in Spain after six years in the market. The company has indicated that it intends to maintain its strong interest in the Spanish market and has...

Henkel in cosmetics quandry.(International News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Henkel has said it expects sales growth in the second half of this year as the market gradually recovers. Ulrich Lehner, the company's chairman, said the 4% target for 2003 after the good results of the first half was achievable. The...

Coty UK Ltd has formed a new association with BUSA (British Universities Sports Association) to promote the Adidas brand at the UK's top 20 sporting universities.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * COTY UK Ltd has formed a new association with BUSA (British Universities Sports Association) to promote the Adidas brand at the UK's top 20 sporting universities. Extensive sampling will take place between October and December this year.

Over 40% of British mothers are concerned about the safety of sunscreens when used on their children's skin and only half (49%) believe that child versions of sunscreen brands offer better protection than the adult version, according to a study carried out by market information group TNS.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * OVER 40% of British mothers are concerned about the safety of sunscreens when used on their children's skin and only half (49%) believe that child versions of sunscreen brands offer better protection than the adult version, according to a...

Russia's Kalina cosmetics producer recorded a net profit of RUR341m (US$11.3m) in the first half of 2003, a year-on-year increase of 73.4%.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * RUSSIA'S KALINA cosmetics producer recorded a net profit of RUR341m (US$11.3m) in the first half of 2003, a year-on-year increase of 73.4%. As such it is to pay shareholders RUR2 (US$0.07), the first dividend in the company's history.

Procter & Gamble has said that the Bulgarian market is becoming increasingly competitive and it might establish production facilities there, according to the Bulgarian Telegraphic Agency.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * PROCTER & GAMBLE has said that the Bulgarian market is becoming increasingly competitive and it might establish production facilities there, according to the Bulgarian Telegraphic Agency. The company holds a share of around 30% of the...

Wax A Way, the hair removal brand owned by Original Additions, has been renamed Hair Solutions.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * WAX A Way, the hair removal brand owned by Original Additions, has been renamed Hair Solutions. The company said the name change 'facilitated the move into new areas within the category and is an accurate reflection of the comprehensive new...

Estee Lauder's Christmas products include limited edition versions of three of its fragrances.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * ESTEE LAUDER's Christmas products include limited edition versions of three of its fragrances. Each of these sprays is infused with gems to promote well-being--Beautiful contains rose red crystals (30 [pounds sterling]), Pleasures contains...

Stila has created Convertible Lash & Line (18 [pounds sterling]), a double-ended product which contains both a liquid eyeliner and mascara.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * STILA HAS created Convertible Lash & Line (18 [pounds sterling]), a double-ended product which contains both a liquid eyeliner and mascara. It was inspired by founder Jeanine Lobell's work with Cameron Diaz on the set of Charlie's Angels 2...

London-based Salon group Ginger Group has launched Shape Changers, a one-hour detox body wrap, which it says brings a guaranteed loss of 6 inches.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * LONDON-BASED SALON group Ginger Group has launched Shape Changers, a one-hour detox body wrap, which it says brings a guaranteed loss of 6 inches. The wrap costs 60 [pounds sterling], but mini home kits are available, These contain enough...

Coty has announced additions to its Cutex brand.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * COTY HAS announced additions to its Cutex brand. Its 8 Hour Rescue Emergency Treatment (2.99 [pounds sterling]) provides continuous moisture while Extra Caring Gel Nail Polish Remover (1.99 [pounds sterling] for 100ml, 2.49 [pounds sterling]...

Two of the products in Benefit's Fake It line have been repackaged to fit in with the look of the Marvelous Make-Up collection.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * TWO OF the products in Benefit's Fake It line have been repackaged to fit in with the look of the Marvelous Make-Up collection. Brow Zings now comes in a black compact with wax, powder, brush and pair of tweezers, while Lemon Aid is now...

John Frieda creates Volume.(Product News)(new hair care line will debut in France, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... John Frieda has created Volume, a new range to boost body in fine, limp hair. The line will hit UK and French shelves this month. "Our research shows that there is considerable consumer demand for a volumising range and our philosophy has...

Kao extends Biore Pore Pack.(Product News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... The hugely popular Biore Pore Pack has received a new lease of life with the introduction of the Biore Aromatherapy Pore Pack. Two varieties are available: the first is the Japanese collection which contains yuzu orange, green tea and sakura...

Lauder polishes up skincare performance.(Product News)(Estee Lauder Inc. debuts Idealist Micro-D Deep Thermal Refinisher)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... The latest in a long line of products promising an at-home alternative to cosmetic procedures comes from Estee Lauder, which has created its own version of micro-dermabrasion. The company's Idealist Micro-D Deep Thermal Refinisher comes...

Rimmel has relaunched Lasting Finish Lipstick.(Lip Service ...)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... LIP SERVICE... Rimmel has relaunched Lasting Finish Lipstick, one of its best-selling products, with a new formulation. The company Claims the new formula will last for up to seven hours, because it contains a high level of colour pigments...

Instant effects from Juvena.(Product News)(three new skin care products from Juvena of Switzerland)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Juvena of Switzerland has developed three new products to help in the fight against ageing, and it promises 'instant results and care with long lasting effect' First up is Active Performance firming concentrate, an anti-wrinkle gel...

Origins mask prevents puffy eyes.(Product News)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... This October Origins will introduce No Puffery Cooling Mask for Puffy Eyes, a gel to refresh skin around the eye area. It contains yeast extract to reduce puffiness and lighten dark circles and hoelen mush room extract, aloe vera and...

"What I love about Kiehl's packaging is that, in my opinion, it is beautiful simply because it isn't trying to be.(Product Landmark)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... "What I love about Kiehl's packaging is that, in my opinion, it is beautiful simply because it isn't trying to be. Everything Kiehl's does and stands for is a function of its core mission. Klehl's has a purpose for its existence based on...

Carlo Collucci launches Donna.(Product News)(new fragrance from Maurer + Wirtz)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Maurer + Wirtz has expanded its Italian designer label Carlo Collucci with Donna, a heavily promoted item which it describes as a fragrance for "all women who are not afraid to show their strength, spirit and passion". The fragrance is part of...

Christmas sees body care retailer Lush introduce a slew of new products, many of which are inspired by Hollywood.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * CHRISTMAS SEES body care retailer Lush introduce a slew of new products, many of which are inspired by Hollywood. They include Hollywood bubble bar (2.10 [pounds sterling]), Angel's Delight soap (1.90 [pounds sterling]) and Santa Baby bubble...

Collection 2000 has created the Sparkle Sensation Christmas collection.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * COLLECTION 2000 has created the Sparkle Sensation Christmas collection. It includes the new Day to Night Lipgloss (3.49 [pounds sterling]), a double-ended lip gloss in six shades, and the new Sparkle Colour Sealer (2.99 [pounds sterling]), a...

Sens claims its new Fluide de Rasage (10.50 [pounds sterling]) is a new concept in shaving, thanks to the inclusion of birch sap, combined with olive oil to moisturize and reduce irritation.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * SENS CLAIMS its new Fluide de Rasage (10.50 [pounds sterling]) is a new concept in shaving, thanks to the inclusion of birch sap, combined with olive oil to moisturise and reduce irritation. The company has also created SOS Shaving Cuts (1.80...

The luxurious packaging of confectionery inspires Stila's Christmas 2003 products.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * THE LUXURIOUS packaging of confectionery inspires Stila's Christmas 2003 products. The range includes Pocket Palette Quad (29.50 [pounds sterling]), four creamy lip colours in one palette, and a Fragrance Set (36 [pounds sterling]) containing...

OPI has created the Holiday on Broadway collection, eight nail polishes designed to pay tribute to famous Broadway shows.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * OPI HAS created the Holiday on Broadway collection, eight nail polishes designed to pay tribute to famous Broadway shows. Shades include Man of La Mancha (bright red) and Mamma Mia (pink glitter).

Muelhens hell-bent on limited editions.(new fragrances)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Women are from hell and men are from heaven. That is how Muelhens (Wella) divides the sexes for its two new limited edition fragrances in its its Bruno Banani line. Bruno Banani Woman Scent from Hell is intended to appeal to a woman's sense of...

Turbo-charged Givenchy lotions.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Givenchy has extended both its No Surgetics and Firm Profile lines with new products, which will be available from 22 September. Firstly it has created No Surgetics Lotion (21 [pounds sterling] for 200ml), a cleansing lotion designed to...

Guerlain's limited edition Christmas colour collection is full of sparkle and shimmer.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... TWINKLE, TWINKLE... Guerlain's limited edition Christmas colour collection is full of sparkle and shimmer. Or Serie was designed by Olivier Echaudemaison and comprises eight products. The star is Divinora All Over Powder in Pluie de Nacres (24...

Bespoke boards without the wait.(new Henry and Leigh Slater line)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Henry & Leigh Slater's new line of off-the-shelf stock boards aims to provide clients with the quality of bespoke products but without the associated lengthy waiting time. The line comprises four boards each with a different holographic...

Zeller caps it for Kemon hair care line.(Zeller Plastik creates closures for Kemon line)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Kemon SpA, a manufacturer of professional hair care products, has created Liding Style, a new shampoo and gel line. The range's tall slim PE bottles were created by Ciplast. The brief was to create a stylish, high-tech look. The disc...

Raison Pure designs for Dove.(packaging for Dove Essential Nutrients line)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Unilever enlisted the help of New York-based design agency Raison Pure International recently to create the packaging for its Dove Essential Nutrients line. It launched in the US in July and will roll out to Europe this autumn. Raison Pure...

ExxonMobil in film premiere.(new transparent film)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... September's Labelexpo exhibition will be the setting for ExxonMobil to showcase a new transparent film designed for the self-adhesive labelling of squeezable containers. According to the company its new Label-Lyte 55XLC536 offers...

The Ellipse Micro is a new range of adjustable glass shelving from Peerless Designs which blends contemporary design with refined engineering.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... A TOUCH OF GLASS... The Ellipse Micro is a new range of adjustable glass shelving from Peerless Designs which blends contemporary design with refined engineering. Ideal for a wide variety of interiors, Ellipse Micro is available in alternative...

Pechiney, the French aluminium group, has rejected a raised bid of nearly 4bn [euro] from its Canadian rival, Alcan.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * PECHINEY, THE French aluminium group, has rejected a raised bid of nearly 4bn [euro] from its Canadian rival, Alcan. The French group maintains that the bid "continues to fall short of Pechiney's true strategic value."

Consumer Packaging company Rexam plc has announced the completion of its acquisition of Risdon Pharma Development SA.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * CONSUMER PACKAGING company Rexam plc has announced the completion of its acquisition of Risdon Pharma Development SA (Cosmetics International 20 June 2003).

Pechiney Plastic Packaging, a subsidiary of Pechiney Group, has completed its acquisition of flexible packaging company Novacel SA de CV for $90m.(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * PECHINEY PLASTIC Packaging, a subsidiary of Pechiney Group, has completed its acquisition of flexible packaging company Novacel SA de CV for $90m. Novacel is headquarted in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Rexam plc is to sell its Healthcare Flexibles Sector to Australian company Amcor Ltd for 135m [pounds sterling] (subject to net asset and other adjustments).(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * REXAM PLC is to sell its Healthcare Flexibles Sector to Australian company Amcor Ltd for 135m [pounds sterling] (subject to net asset and other adjustments). The sale is subject to regulatory clearance and the proceeds will be used by Rexam...

Aerosols in the personal care sector no longer have to look the same.(Crown Holdings production process)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... * AEROSOLS IN the personal care sector no longer have to look the same. Crown Holdings of Philadelphia boasts a blow forming process which allows steel to be expanded by 25%, resulting in a wide range of possibilities when developing desired...

Beauty pack exploits drinks technology.(SSL Healthcare's Sauber Dee Shower range)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... SSL Healthcare has revamped the packaging for its Sauber Dee Shower range, which is available across Italy. In a first for the Italian market, the range will feature a 'push-pull' closure, like that traditionally used in drinks packaging. ...

Qosmedix brushes up range.(new two-in-one brow brush and lash comb)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Qosina's Qosmedix division has introduced a two-in-one brow brush and lash comb. One side features a poly styrene comb to separate lashes, while the other has a nylon bristle brush to shape eyebrows. The US company suggests that as the five...

O-I creates PET alternative.(Owen Illinois Plastics creates container for Schlecker)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... German chemist Schlecker has selected Owen Illinois Plastics BV (O-I) as the company to create a new container for its new AS Aroma shower gel. O-I's brief was to develop a 300ml PET version of the PE bottle which houses the existing AS...

Pfeiffer to pack more punch.(Side Actuation system)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Pfeiffer has created a Side Actuation system, suitable for use in perfume bottles. This system allows the spray mechanism to function by pressing buttons on the side of the bottle rather than on the top. Thus there is no need for the packaging...

Moss succeeds Konney at Lauder.(Sara E. Moss, Paul Konney)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Estee Lauder has announced the appointment of Sara E Moss as senior vice president, general counsel and secretary. She replaces Paul Konney who is leaving the company to return to private practice. Moss (pictured) was described as "a highly...

Coca-Cola exec moves to Revlon.(Thomas McGuire)(Brief Article)
September 12, 2003... Following 18 years with soft drinks super brand, Coca Cola, Thomas McGuire has joined Revlon as executive vice president and chief financial officer. His new role involves developing processes to streamline and enhance the execution of the...