December 2009
Drugstore.com to Acquire Skinstore.com
The acquisition will create one of the largest online beauty retailers, offering a wide array of both mass and prestige products. continue reading »
Yves Rocher, Eco-Beauty Pioneer, Dead at 79
The French industrialist founded a business empire on the concept of “beauty through plants.” continue reading »
Calgon Plans Brand Overhaul
The rebranding includes new packaging, logo, product extensions and a new marketing campaign. continue reading »
Goody to Launch New Marketing Campaign
The brand is staging a transformation in order to become a "modern, confident beauty brand." continue reading »
Sanofi-Aventis to Acquire Chattem
Company aims to boost its consumer brands. continue reading »
Sally Beauty Buys Sinelco Group
Distributor serves 35 countries continue reading »
L'Occitaine Gains J&J Exec
Petrakis was formerly at Neutrogena continue reading »
New High Glass Introduces Plastics Line
Premiers high-quality plastic bottles, jars and tubes. continue reading »
Shiseido Builds Overseas Business
Switzerland is next on the beauty company's list continue reading »
Daisy Garland Blooms at Marc Jacobs
Limited edition EDT for February 2010 release. continue reading »
Lady Gaga, Cyndi Lauper New Faces of Viva Glam
Fundraising campaign from MAC Cosmetics. continue reading »
Maesa Joins Forces with Alinéa
New range of home fragrance products out in 2010. continue reading »
Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Now Available in a Jar
Classic formula in a new application style. continue reading »
Henkel Wins Packaging Awards
Honors for Dial Yogurt Liquid Soap Refill and Dial Cranberry Antioxidant Bar Soap continue reading »
Parlux Named 'Most Innovative Marketer of the Year'
Recognition given by WWD Beauty Biz continue reading »
Yves Rocher Line Counters Environmental Damage
Fights fatigue and anti-aging effects continue reading »
Kline Study Shows Beauty Brands Must 'Act Locally'
Products, marketing need to mirror geographic consumer habits continue reading »
Maybelline Taps Alcan for Color Sensational Lipstick
Packaging includes four-color selection in tune with range. continue reading »
Unilever Suspends Palm Oil Purchases
Questionable supplier investigated continue reading »
Shiseido Expands in Vietnam
Opens sales subsidiary and factory continue reading »
Alberto Culver to Acquire Simple Health and Beauty Ltd.
Simple is the second largest skin care brand on a value share basis in the UK, Alberto Culver's largest foreign market. continue reading »
The Future of Beauty Is Vending Machines
Travel-friendly products available at select U.S. airports from Sephora. continue reading »
Research Shows Brand Familiarity Rules in Beauty
Beauty differs from consumer goods continue reading »
Clinique Declares December 11 'Happy Day'
Brand partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters to spread happiness continue reading »
L'Occitane Hires New Managing Director
Petrakis brings over 15 years of expertise to role. continue reading »
Kruger is Latest L’Oréal Spokesperson
Actress to represent cosmetics and hair care products. continue reading »
Murad Sells Three Millionth Acne Kit
provides money-back guarantee continue reading »
One Bio Launches Beauty and Therapeutic Treatment Product Line
The green product line was officially launched at a Chinese trade show, as the company focuses on the Asia Pacific region. continue reading »
Maesa Supplies Jacob Beauty With New Natural Lipgloss
Maesa was responsible for handling creative direction, graphic execution, product development and production, quality assurance, and logistics. continue reading »
Sustainable Packaging Coalition Issues Guidelines
Intended to standardize packaging measurement continue reading »
Machines Dubuit Launches Printing Machinery for Cosmetics
The company has developed Concept 329, a range of three machines for printing a variety of applications. continue reading »
RiverPack is Now Available in the U.S.
Global supplier to luxury retailers. continue reading »
Klockner Pentaplast Honored for Packaging
Recognized for producing high-quality films and more. continue reading »
Bottega Veneta Signs with Coty
Italian luxury brand enters fragrance market continue reading »
Ariel Laboratories Partners with Temptu
Airbrush system is popular at Sephora stores nationwide. continue reading »
Anisa Celebrates More Than an Anniversary
Company unites American and Chinese workers cross culturally to celebrate common achievements continue reading »
NPD Reports Lessened Decline in Prestige Skin Care
Experiences shallowest declines of the year continue reading »
Aveeno and TerraCycle Form Eco-friendly Partnership
The companies have created a program to benefit local communities, non-profit organizations and a featured charity. continue reading »
Paris Court Fines eBay in Fragrance Case
Fines auction site for continued appearance of perfume ads continue reading »
November 2009
Fragrance Industry Hopes for Flat Sales
Prediction follows four years of flat sales continue reading »
NPD Pinpoints Makeup Trends
Consumers' favorites announced continue reading »
CIBS Holiday Ball Takes Place Dec 5
Gala at the New York Hilton continue reading »
Fashion Fair Features New Packaging
Cosmetics company gets a makeover continue reading »
Alpha Packaging Earns Award
Honored by Missouri Chamber of Commerce continue reading »
Murad Skin Care Takes to the Skies
Enters deal with United Airlines continue reading »
Maesa Packaging to Produce Sephora’s Holiday Gift Boxes
A total of six mixed items of pouches and boxed sets. continue reading »
DuPont Packaging Awards Contest Opens
Seeking breakthroughs in packaging innovation, sustainability and waste/cost reduction continue reading »
Rexam Names New CEO
Graham Chipchase to succeed Leslie Van de Walle continue reading »
Art of Packaging Award to Honor Coty
Catherine Walsh to accept award presented by Bernd Beetz continue reading »
Estee Lauder Restructures Key Brands
Changes at Bobbi Brown, La Mer and Jo Malone continue reading »
Sustainability Agencies Join Forces
Nonprofit GreenBlue institute joins forces with Metafore continue reading »
Lancôme Supports Carla Bruni-Sarkozy Foundation
Aids arts program for underprivileged youth continue reading »
CIBS Holds First Educational Event
L’Oreal USA’s Sumita Banerjee addresses crowd continue reading »
Fragrance Could Rebound for Holiday 2009
Department stores could benefit continue reading »
Unilever Consolidates Personal Care on East Coast
Closes Chicago office continue reading »
HCP to Open Factory in Mexico
A multitude of manufacturing capabilities at new locale. continue reading »
Evolving Sustainable Packaging
Evolve Beauty features 100% recycled bottles and jars. continue reading »
Victorinox Swiss Army Expands Into Fragrance
EDT for men launches at Bloomingdale's nationwide. continue reading »
Net Sales Up 21% at Inter Parfums
New products add boost to latest financial report continue reading »
Stila Signs New VP
Marketing exec joins team continue reading »
Estée Lauder Signs Tom Pecheux
Famous makeup artist tapped as creative director. continue reading »
Sales Up 8% at Parlux
Net sales of $56.5 million in second quarter report. continue reading »
Murad Massages Skin Care Deal
Skin care leader launches partnership with massage franchise continue reading »
The U By Ungaro Color Collection is New at Avon
Company teams up with famous fashion designer. continue reading »
BareMinerals Introduces Mineral Veil Buffing Brush
Limited edition holiday item in demand. continue reading »
Shiseido Signs Marketing Deal
Aims to boost cosmetics sales in Greece continue reading »
Salon/Spa Industry Reports Positive Outlook
Services gain, while retail sales remain slack continue reading »
October 2009
Prestige Sells Three Shampoo Brands
Prell, Denorex and Zincon on the move for $9 million. continue reading »
Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna Announces Partnership
Will help promote BeautyEurasia continue reading »
P&G First Quarter Sales and EPS Exceed Expectations
Elizabeth Arden Says First-Quarter Results Encouraging
First fiscal quarter results released continue reading »
Avon Reports Third-Quarter Results
Revenue of $2.6 billion continue reading »
Elizabeth Arden Signs On to Outsource Flexible Packaging
Enters into multi-year contract with Williams Lea continue reading »
Borghese Expands Its Cura-C Range
New body scrub debuts exclusively at Lord & Taylor. continue reading »
Alberto Culver Reports Solid Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year
Hair care and skin care brands are helpful. continue reading »
Benefit to Debut on HSN
Popular cosmetics brand goes live on home shopping television. continue reading »
ABA Packaging Taps Warford
New national sales manager of ABA Packaging Corporation. continue reading »
Hinkaty Joins Physicians Formula
Replaces Berry, who will become interim CFO. continue reading »
Estee Lauder Raises Sales Projections
Projections change after a better first quarter continue reading »
Avon Rocks with Fergie
Singer signs fragrance deal continue reading »
Stila Makeup Player to Debut Next Month
Cosmetics set/media player fusion product. continue reading »
L'Oreal Paris Befriends Hollywood's Walk of Fame
Beauty brand funds renovation and restoration continue reading »
Sheherazade Chamlou Promoted at SGD North America
Karen Zaccaria-Cockrell appointed sales director continue reading »
Maesa Expands West Elm Beauty Range
New line of lotions, soap and more. continue reading »
M·A·C to Debut Lillyland Collection in Early 2010
Cosmetics range pays homage to classic resort brand. continue reading »
P&G Looks to Developing Regions for Growth
Bob McDonald reveals future goals continue reading »
Clinique Reveals New Global Flagship Counter
Changes department store model continue reading »
Walmart.com Launches Beauty Delivery Service
Shop-at-home convenience for health and beauty items continue reading »
Chanel Debuts Refillable Fragrance
No. 5 now available in refillable flacon. continue reading »
Burt’s Bees’ Indursky to Kick Off Green Beauty Conference
Company chief marketing officer is the keynote on Oct. 14 continue reading »
NJPEC Night at the Races is Oct. 15
Popular event is back by demand. continue reading »
Marionnaud To Cut Nearly 600 Jobs
No store closures planned for fragrance retailer. continue reading »
Elie Saab to Develop Scent for Shiseido
Fashion designer to roll out cosmetics line too. continue reading »
Sales Rise 5.6% at Helen of Troy
Second quarter and six month increase in report continue reading »
Valeant Acquires Skin Care Brands from Down Under
Deal includes three Australian names continue reading »
Sally Beauty Supply Acquires Schoeneman
Distributor deal set for $61 million. continue reading »
Queen Latifah, Natori and Ecko Boost Business at Parlux
Company posts 8% increase in 2Q net sales continue reading »
Murad to Debut Limited Edition Lip Balm
SPF 15 pomegranate formulation now in a key chain continue reading »
Fragrance Foundation Plans Media Blitz
Attempts to halt declining sales. continue reading »
Actress Felicity Huffman Joins Philosophy to Shower for a Cause
Appearance aids fight against women's cancers continue reading »
September 2009
Coty’s Creative Director Speaks on Harajuku Lovers and Other Packaging Success Stories
Procter & Gamble Teams with U.S. Olympic Athletes
Cover Girl, Olay and Pantene included continue reading »
Tag Signature Series Features Celebrity Packaging
Ludacris, Dyrdek and Anthony launch cologne set continue reading »
Unilever To Acquire Sara Lee Brands
The $1.88 billion deal includes Sara Lee's personal care business. continue reading »
Avon Targets Wrinkles with Anew Reversalist
Anti-aging formula stimulates new cells continue reading »
CIBS Holds Fall Meeting at Central Park's Boathouse
Cocktail party next Thursday continue reading »
Sally Beauty Gets Hold in Puerto Rico
Excellent market for beauty products continue reading »
Baseball Star Joins Skin Care Brand
Wright to launch new product next month continue reading »
Unilever Tests Dove Men+Care in Europe
A U.S. launch may be waiting in the wings. continue reading »
Coty’s Creative Director, Jon Dinapoli, to Lead Q&A Session
One of several industry pros at Beauty Packaging Breakfast Seminar continue reading »
OPI Victorious in Packaging Lawsuit
Case involved trademark infringement continue reading »
Estée Lauder To Eliminate Prescriptives
Brand gets the axe due to a tough economic climate. continue reading »
Beauty Foods are Big
Mintel Beauty Innovation finds 'beauty foods' growing in popularity continue reading »
P&G Sees Return to Organic Sales Growth in 2Q.
Fiscal year 2010, first quarter outlook revealed. continue reading »
Mary J. Blige to Accept Award at HBA Global Expo
Grammy Award-winning star joins keynote presentation team continue reading »
Clinique Teams with Milly for Fashion's Night Out
Counter events take place in New York on September 10 continue reading »
Wet N Wild Joins '3-Free' Fray
New nail lacquers are formaldehyde, toluene, and phthalate-free. continue reading »
Kiehl's Gets in on Açaí Mania
New line debuts this month. continue reading »
Ulta Posts Gains in Quarter
Boost comes from new doors. continue reading »
HBA’s ‘Green’ Conference Highlights Business Strategies for the Beauty Industry
Leading natural and organic innovators to speak continue reading »
Second Round of Givaudan's Six Scents Concept Bows Next Month
New fragrances from designers like Phillip Lim, Henry Holland and Richard Nicoll. continue reading »
Mouthwash Leaves Bad Taste in Lawyer's Mouth
Detroit attorney sues P&G over Crest Pro-Health. continue reading »
Few Bright Spots in a Tough First Half
NPD reports on 2009 so far in U.S. beauty retail industry continue reading »
P&G To Sponsor Olympics
Big deal estimated to be $15 million. continue reading »
Pureology Is Going Green
Signs on with Gorbachev's Green Cross International. continue reading »
August 2009
From Fekkai to Alterna
Beauty veteran Malloy named president of hair care marketer continue reading »
International Survey in Honor of a Centennial
L'Oréal finds beauty is recession-proof in recent report continue reading »
New Beauty Range at Sears
Full-service shop for cosmetics, skin care, fragrance and more. continue reading »
Beiersdorf Bubbles with News of Beauty Line
Partnership forms to develop “sponge-like” cosmetics and skin care products continue reading »
H2O Plus to Roll Out Anniversary Product
Face Oasis Ultra Hydrator celebrates 20 years of skin care continue reading »
What Will P&G Do with All that Cash?
Sells pharma unit to Warner Chilcott for an up-front cash payment of $3.1 billion. continue reading »
Cosmeceutical Brand Expands
Dermelect skin care branches out into nail products continue reading »
P&G's Director of Sports Marketing Resigns
Jason Dial will try to sign on with a sports property or agency. continue reading »
New Palette Inspired by 'Twilight'
Julie Hewett Los Angeles debuts special cosmetic kit. continue reading »
New EDT for Stella McCartney
StellaNude to launch at Sephora this month. continue reading »
Net Sales Down at Elizabeth Arden
Fiscal year as anticipated, says company continue reading »
HBA Taps Aveda Founder for Keynote Address
Horst M. Rechelbacher will speak on naturals and organics continue reading »
Guess? is Latest Fragrance News at Coty
Also obtains distribution rights of existing fragrances. continue reading »
ICMAD Names Jeff Murad to Board of Directors
Latest member of trade association board. continue reading »
Lush Wages Ingredient War
Nationwide campaign seeks alternatives continue reading »
Net Sales Down 10.6% at Inter Parfums
Second quarter results in tune with economy. continue reading »
New Releases to Help Parlux
Latest report shows financial improvement continue reading »
Net Sales Impacted at Physicians Formula
Slow going in 3Q, 6Q report continue reading »
PBA, NCA Agree to Proposed Merger
Industry associations to maximize results together continue reading »
Beauty Sales Fall at P&G
Recession did some damage in the fourth quarter. continue reading »
California Gals Favor Prestige Brands
NPD research reveals regional trends continue reading »
Mastic Spa Debuts on ShopNBC
Greek skin care line features unique ingredient continue reading »
July 2009
'The Nanny' Goes Green
Fran Drescher to launch natural skin care line continue reading »
Solid Results for 3Q at Sally Beauty
Stores show stability for fiscal 2009 third quarter. continue reading »
Profits Fall 20% at Bare Escentuals
Quarterly drop for mineral makeup leader. continue reading »
Avon Reports Total Revenue of $2.5B
Second quarter report shows numbers down 10% continue reading »
U.S. Color Cosmetic Slowdown Impacts Revlon
Second quarter report shows 12.2% drop in sales. continue reading »
Second Quarter Favorable at Nu Skin
Spa products help keep marketer looking good. continue reading »
Driving Into the Scent Category...
Cadillac launches new fragrance for men. continue reading »
First Half of 2009 Promising for LVMH
Fragrance and Sephora stores boost business continue reading »
Sales Down at Alberto Culver
A tough quarter for now, but nine-month report is stable. continue reading »
New Color Story at CND
Nail polish range to get a rehaul for Fall 2009. continue reading »
Fashion Designer Issey Miyake's Back in Action
House returns to fragrance fray after 17-year hiatus. continue reading »
Latest J-Lo Fragrance Targets New Mothers
Lopez's twins inspire 'My Glow' at Coty. continue reading »
Viktor & Rolf’s 'Eau Mega' On Deck for Fall 2009
L’Oréal to roll out second juice for fashion brand. continue reading »
Fashion Week Collaboration Between MAC and Milk Studios
Brand to host runway shows, special events and more this September. continue reading »
Global Initiative Still Underway at Avon
Company plans to cut 1,200 jobs by 2012. continue reading »
Pop Art Packaging for Latest DKNY Rollout
'Delicious Art' fragrance will feature 1960s design continue reading »
New Online Locale for Beiersdorf
Product news, videos and more on website continue reading »
Burt's Bees Salicylic Acid Test
Rolls out natural acne line. continue reading »
Maybelline New York Sponsors Fashion Week
Two-year commitment starts in September. continue reading »
L'Oreal Paris Signs Latest Spokesperson
Del Castillo is next face to lead beauty campaign. continue reading »
Sales Slide at CCA Industries
A 18% drop at health and beauty marketer for 3Q continue reading »
Joico Wins Stylist Choice Award
K-Pak Deep Penetrating Reconstructor and ISO Option Waves lauded by industry continue reading »
Parlux Preliminary 1Q Report Features Rise in Sales
Domestic department store sales jump over 50% to $8.4M continue reading »
Premium Price Fragrance and Makeup Sales Thriving
Niche products reign surpreme in cosmetics, juices; while skin care is down. continue reading »
Grand Brands Celebrates Overseas Lander Launch
New range of personal care ships to Phillipines, Puerto Rico. continue reading »
Crabtree & Evelyn Files for Chapter 11
Petition filed in the U.S. only, not international continue reading »
June 2009
Kirby of Ulta Named Enterpreneur of the Year
Lauded by Ernst & Young for leadership in Midwest region continue reading »
Kao to Expand Beauty Production in Europe
Acquisition of hair care plant in Germany continue reading »
More Personnel Moves at Procter & Gamble
New external relations officer after a retirement. continue reading »
NPD Reports Women Are More Willing to Spend on Beauty Again
However, decline seen in ethnic segement for shopping continue reading »
CoverGirl Queen Partners with Essence.com
New digital makeover launch. continue reading »
Social Media Boosts Business
Astral Brands builds online success with integrated strategies continue reading »
NJPEC's Road Series Kicks Off Summer
Save the date: Thursday, June 25 continue reading »
French Fragrance Company Cuts Jobs
Recession takes its toll. continue reading »
P&G Buys Zirh
P&G continues its big push into men's grooming. continue reading »
Elizabeth Arden Signs Claudia Schiffer
Newest face of of Feretti fragrance. continue reading »
Ulta Adds Cargo to Roster of Brands
Popular cosmetic line to be sold in over 300 locations continue reading »
It's Official: McDonald is New CEO at P&G
Lafley to remain chairman. continue reading »
P&G May Name New CEO
McDonald up to lead the company continue reading »
Things are Looking Up at Ulta
First quarter net sales increase 12.3% continue reading »
CIBS Holds June 15th Golf Outing
The Cosmetic Industry Buyers and Suppliers (CIBS) will hold continue reading »
L'Oreal Celebrates a Centenary
Company looks back at its history; announces new charity program continue reading »
Got a Novel Cosmetic Package? Enter It in the HBA IPDA Awards
Deadline for submission is June 12. continue reading »
P&G Buys The Art of Shaving
Expands its presence in the men's grooming category. continue reading »
BeautyEncounter.com Named to Internet Retailer's Top 500
Web site is recognized for third year in a row continue reading »
Warren-Tricomi Launches at Ricky's Nationwide
High-end hair care line to be sold at trendy beauty boutiques continue reading »
New Date and Venue for Perfume Expo America
Network at PXA in NYC, June 30-July 2 continue reading »
New CEO at Fusion Brands
Pieper-Vogt to lead beauty business continue reading »
Clarins USA Restructures Its Sales Force
New vice president of sales and education continue reading »
May 2009
Coty Dominates the FiFi Awards
Takes top honors in six categories continue reading »
Kline Projects Moderate Growth for C&T Market
Five-year estimate says less spending now but more later continue reading »
Pureology Founders to be Honored on July 20
City of Hope's 2009 Spirit of Life Gala will host industry icons continue reading »
Parlux Feels the Heat of the Economy
Net sales down 30% for fourth quarter continue reading »
Sally Beauty Picks Up WildAid
Kate Hudson's hair care line gets even bigger. continue reading »
Internet Posts Slight Increase in Beauty Purchases
Marketplace has opportunity, says NPD continue reading »
IOPP, NJPEC to Host First Annual Golf Outing
Network and raise funds for students. continue reading »
OPI Goes Matte for 2009
New color story strike a subtle tone. continue reading »
Inter Parfums Banks on 2009 Product Rollouts
Sales are down, but company is optimistic on new launches continue reading »
Mystic Tan Increases Retail Distribution with QVC
At-home sunless tanning products for at-home shoppers continue reading »
Net Sales Slip at Physicians Formula
First quarter 2009 results see ‘drastic changes’ continue reading »
Sales Drop 3.4% at Elizabeth Arden in 3Q
Travel retail and distributor markets down continue reading »
Minogue to Illuminate Empire State Building for Coty Cause
Special ceremony to honor Coty-DKMS Linked Against Leukemia partnership continue reading »
Avon Sees 13% Drop in 1Q
Company plans to offer value to shoppers next continue reading »
HBA's IPDA Competition Opens
StriVectin Neck Cream Launches on QVC
Anti-aging brand expands into body care continue reading »
Estée Lauder Posts 10% Loss in 3Q
Adverse impact of global economy on sales, says company continue reading »
Revlon Signs Biel as New Brand Ambassador
Latest beautiful face for product campaigns and events continue reading »
April 2009
Pentawards 2009 Competition Opens
Pentawards 2009 Competition Opens continue reading »
Drop in Sales at P&G for 3Q
Beauty leader falls into step with economy continue reading »
Economy Impacts Bare Escentuals
First quarter 2009 report sees drop in sales continue reading »
NPD/IRI Show Channel Shifting in Down Market
Beauty industry POS tracking looks at mass and prestige sales continue reading »
Brown Beauty Acquires Nutress
Company started protein trend in hair care continue reading »
Proactiv to Roll Out Double Duty Products
Mask is also lotion; treatment stick works as coverup continue reading »
NJPEC to Present ‘Innovation: A Process to Success’ on May 28
Dinner will focus on packaging solutions for entrepreneurs continue reading »
L'Oreal Paris Honors Phang at Tribeca Film Festival
Filmmaker is latest member of ‘Women of Worth’ continue reading »
Procter & Gamble Named as One of InfoWorld's Green 15
Green alternative to travel with ‘Telepresence’ success recognized continue reading »
Pierce Mattie Forecasts Summer Trends
A golden glow, subtle highlights and more for 2009 continue reading »
Mintel Sees Cheap Chic as Top Trend
Shoppers are seeking out wallet-friendly beauty products continue reading »
Xen-Tan to Launch on Fred Segal Website
Three tanning products to join the Studio Beauty Mix continue reading »
New Co-Located Event at HBA Global Expo 2009
Beauty, skin care and spa professionals to meet this September continue reading »
Cetaphil Products Now Recommended by Pediatricians
Cleansers and moisturizers are suggested for the little ones continue reading »
P&G Moves Up on Fortune 500
Company is now No. 20 on top corporation roster continue reading »
P&G Beauty Recruits in Geneva
Two-day program for European graduates continue reading »
Salon Selectives Moves Over to Beautology Brands
Hair care marketer boosts its portfolio with classic collection continue reading »
Mintel Identifies What Women Want
New report shows beauty products stand the test of the times continue reading »
Unilever Completes TIGI Acquisition
Professional hair care business and academies in deal continue reading »
New Global President at Coty Beauty
Semerari to lead Coty’s mass brand division continue reading »
Design & Source Holds Lunchtime Seminars
Design & Source Productions Seminars in New York City this April continue reading »
Redken, TSPA to Award Scholarship
Four students to be selected for program continue reading »
Pureology is NOCC Sponsor
Exclusive hair care and styling support for fundraisers continue reading »
Drom Bids Farewell to Former CEO
Dr. Bruno Storp remembered by many continue reading »
HBA Global Expo Presents Free Webinar on New Product Ideas
On Wednesday, April 29, at 12 noon, HBA Global Expo will present a free webinar, titled “Think Outside the Box: Some Bright Ideas.” continue reading »
Get Ready for the 2009 Revlon Run/Walk
NY/LA events to take place this May continue reading »
Mink Eyelashes and More Debut at Fred Segal
Part of new interactive beauty shop at location continue reading »
Looking to Sell Your Beauty Product? Try a Coupon...
New study shows increase in consumer online coupon usage continue reading »
Pratt Celebrates 20th Anniversary of the Marc Rosen Scholarship
Event to take place April 21, 2009. continue reading »
Revlon Adds On to ColorStay Collection
Latest launch in 15-year-old line is liquid lipstick continue reading »
P&G Sells Johnson Products
RCJP Acquistion, Inc. purchases $23 Million hair care company. continue reading »
March 2009
The Stars Come Out for the Fifi Awards
The best of the fragrance industry is on display May 27. continue reading »
Sales Up for 2008 at Physicians Formula
Masstige brand sees positive annual report continue reading »
Sara Lee May Move to Divest Household Brands
Chairman Barnes confirms there is interest in the $2.3 billion business. continue reading »
L'Oréal Luxury Group Revamps European Production Operations
Consolidates in the north of France continue reading »
Milano is Latest Face of Proactiv
Topselling Guthy-Renker brand taps 30-something market continue reading »
Jordan Joins Revlon's Board of Directors
New leader for bigger board, says company continue reading »
Victorinox Swiss Army Wins Counterfeit Lawsuit
New York distributors charged with trademark infringement continue reading »
Allergan Launches Latisse Wishes
Brooke Shields to lead charity campaign continue reading »
Study Finds Women Are Spending Less on Beauty Products
Shoppers budgeting but still maintaining personal care regimes continue reading »
It's Official: Freda is Estée Lauder's Next CEO
Will take post on July 1. continue reading »
New Nanotechnology Ruling in Europe
Cosmetic products to be tested further for safety. continue reading »
Beauty Beverly Hills to Distribute EMK Line
Exclusive deal for anti-aging product collection continue reading »
Natural Beauty Summit to Return to NYC
HBA to sponsor second annual green conference continue reading »
NPD Reports on the State of U.S. Prestige Beauty
Some bright spots recognized in each category continue reading »
Dior Promotes Darland to President of Perfumes
Former general manager lauded for leadership continue reading »
Perfume Expo America
Returns to Manhattan continue reading »
P&G to Receive Open Innovation Partner of Choice Award
Company to be honored in Las Vegas on April 8 continue reading »
New Home for Coty Prestige
Company to relocate to Empire State Building continue reading »
Kressley and Kardashian Front for Caress
New 'Skinwear' collection of bath, body products debuts continue reading »
Increased Market Segmentation in European Naturals Market
Organic Monitor finds suppliers are developing products for niche consumer continue reading »
Yes To, Inc, Welcomes New VP of Sales from L’Oreal
Naturals brand sold at Walgreens to benefit from industry veteran continue reading »
Inventor Creates DIY Beauty Website
Ideas for crafting at-home cosmetics and skin care continue reading »
'Strong Finish' at NHT in 4Q Report
New marketing programs planned to continue growth continue reading »
Brestle to Retire from Estee Lauder
Longtime president will step down this summer continue reading »
HBA Partners with CEW and ICMAD
Expo to include industry associations in program continue reading »
Mary Kay to Celebrate Birthday with Benefit Lipsticks
Crème formulations to raise funds for violence prevention continue reading »
Four Talents for a Fragrance
Special session slated for Cosmoprof Bologna, April 3. continue reading »
Sara Lee Mulls Sale of Personal Care Business
Unit, which includes household care, could fetch $2 billion. continue reading »
Revlon Elects Meyers as Chief Science Officer
Position to start in 2010 due to Scancarella's retirement continue reading »
Nivea Enters Body Wash Category
Exotic ingredients and a heavy foam make the line unique continue reading »
Highs and Lows at Inter Parfums in 4Q, 2008 Report
Management also revises its 2009 guidance continue reading »
3C Inc. Moves to New Location
3C Inc., a company with more than 20 years in the stock and custom cosmetics packaging business, has relocated. continue reading »
NPD Reports Women Spend More on TV Beauty Products
Informercials, shopping networks are strong marketers continue reading »
Delay in L’Oréal-eBay Court Case
Dispute over counterfeit products pushed back to April continue reading »
Advanced Beauty Systems Names Matt Smith VP of Marketing
Worked with Snapple, Dr. Pepper brand strategies continue reading »
M-A-C to Roll Out Viva Glam VI
Fergie headlines latest fundraising campaign continue reading »
L'Oreal Paris Hits Up LG Fashion Week
Next stop is Canadian celebration of design continue reading »
Merck To Acquire Schering-Plough for $41 Billion
Where does that leave Coppertone? continue reading »
Susan Arnold To Retire from P&G
Beauty sales soared under her leadership. continue reading »
Henkel Plans Multi-City Tour for Hair Care Line
Magnetik by got2b to go on the road continue reading »
Olay Rolls Out Professional Line
Pro-X aims to reduce appearance of wrinkles continue reading »
Helen of Troy to Acquire Infusium from P&G
Eighty-year-old hair care brand a staple for stylists continue reading »
Garnier Fructis to Host Nationwide Contest
Seeking 'American Idol' style singing sensations continue reading »
Paris Hilton is Fragrance Foundation's Celebrity of the Year
Heiress/actress to be awarded with special FiFi continue reading »
ZO Skin Health to Target Spa Market
Dr. Obagi products now available outside of physician offices continue reading »
February 2009
Sales Up at Bare Escentuals
Fiscal 2008 net sales grow 9%, net income rises 11% continue reading »
NJPEC Presents ‘Sustainable Possibilities’ on March 5th
New Jersey Packaging Executives Club event on March 5 at the Bethwood in Totowa, NJ continue reading »
Ennis to Lead Revlon International
CFO promoted to company director and president continue reading »
New Creative Director for Gap Personal Care
McNatton and firm to revamp collection's image continue reading »
Rexam Invests in Mexico Packaging Plant
Purchase for ownership of plastic packaging locale continue reading »
Ambi Announces Second Annual Scholarship
Science and medicine program to support minority women continue reading »
Avon Revisits Its Restructuring Plan
Expects savings and benefits approaching $900 million continue reading »
Anti-Aging is Top Facial Skin Care Seller, Reports Mintel
New technology and increased interest drive development and sales continue reading »
MAC Goes Live from Fashion Week on Style.com
Video messages and direct footage from the backstage lounge continue reading »
Attal Promoted at L'Oreal
Named executive VP and managing director of research in Paris continue reading »
Bare Escentuals to Launch Buxom Lash in NYC
Interactive campaign includes silhouettes, shows and samples continue reading »
Color Cosmetics On the Rise for Revlon
Net sales jump 9% for 2008 with product rollouts continue reading »
M-A-C Cosmetics Debuts Hello Kitty Collection
Tie-in with fundraising auction on eBay continue reading »
Neutrogena Taps Emma Roberts as Latest Spokesperson
Teen talent to front skin care campaign continue reading »
Stila, T3 Partner with Barbie for Fashion Week
Experts work with models in honor of Mattel’s 50-year-old top blonde continue reading »
S&P Turns Negative on Estée Lauder
Cites declining economy and grim retail outlook. continue reading »
Rexam Announces Fifth Annual Challenge
Contest for foam formulations with a specialty on baby products continue reading »
Nicole Richie Named Best Tressed for January 2009
'Simple Life' star most popular amongst those seeking hair inspiration online continue reading »
Lowered Expectations at Physicians Formula
Even though market share is up, sales slip in latest report continue reading »
Parlux Posts Rise in Sales in Latest Financial Report
Celebrity fragrances sold well at department stores continue reading »
Varvatos to Debut New Fragrance
Artisan is latest addition to menswear brand portfolio continue reading »
Kline Anticipates Healthy Growth for Naturals Market
Study shows mass marketers are riding the green wave continue reading »
Further Financial Woes in Prestige Beauty
Decreased sales at Elizabeth Arden, Estée Lauder continue reading »
Estée Lauder To Cut Workforce by 6%
Plans call for eliminating 2000 jobs during the next two years. continue reading »
Skinvisible Signs Dermatology Agreement With RHEI
New partnership introduces Invisicare to China continue reading »
Aveda Receives PETA Award for Best Cruelty-Free Spa Products
Company noted for animal-friendly practices throughout all aspects of business continue reading »
Quarterly Drop at Avon, But Full Year 2008 Positive
Total revenue down 9% for 4Q, up 8% to $10.7B continue reading »
NovaLash Now Available at Ulta Salons
Professional lash extension system in demand at stores continue reading »
Macy's To Cut 7000 Jobs
Retailer targets regional divisions continue reading »
Neutrogena Signs Actress Natascha McElhone
New brand ambassador for skin care collection continue reading »
January 2009
Organic Monitor Gives 2009 Predictions
Natural ingredients top the list continue reading »
Regis to Sell Trade Secret Division
Stock transaction set to close mid-February continue reading »
Beauty Falls Flat at P&G in Quarterly Report
Slight drop in sales as expected, says company continue reading »
Lip Gloss Recalled By Markwins
Beauty products may have risk of lead exposure continue reading »
MWV to Close Ohio Packaging Plant
Part of cost-cutting initative for the company continue reading »
Prestige Beauty Industry Takes a Hit
Dollar sales drop 3.3% for 2008 in new NPD report continue reading »
New CEO at Walgreens
Former president/COO Wasson to lead drugstore chain continue reading »
Unilever to Buy TIGI and Advanced Education Academies
Acquisition set for $411.5 million in cash by March 2009 continue reading »
Hair Care Brands Strong at Alberto Culver
TRESemme and Nexxus lead the way in sales continue reading »
Daisy Fuentes Line is Latest Launch at Worthington
New collection set to debut in mass market continue reading »
Inter Parfums Sees a Rise and a Fall
4Q losses and full-year financial gains in report continue reading »
P&G Partners with BET in Beauty Campaign
‘My Black is Beautiful’ is theme of television program continue reading »
Zorbit Acquired by Maesa for $50 Million
France-based company takes full stake in New York beauty marketer continue reading »
Johnson & Johnson Posts Full-Year and Fourth-Quarter 2008 Results
Full-year sales for 2008 increased 4.3% to $63.7 billion continue reading »
Free Beauty Products Today at Select Department Stores
Cosmetics settlement allows complimentary items to qualified shoppers continue reading »
L'Oreal Paris presented Women of Worth Vision Award at Sundance
Limited edition fundrasing compact on sale in honor of commendation continue reading »
St. Ives Goes to Sundance
Special spa/gallery treats film festival attendees continue reading »
Judy Collins To Perform at Beyond Beauty Gala
Fifth annual event to take place Feb. 3 in New York. continue reading »
Sales Slow at Elizabeth Arden
Preliminary second quarter fiscal results revealed continue reading »
Estée Lauder Lowers 2009 Fiscal Outlook
Change due to global economy, says company continue reading »
CoverGirl Seeks New Song at Cannes
Last year's win for Pantene brings agency back to France continue reading »
Organizational Changes at Procter & Gamble
A retirement and a promotion in business development continue reading »
An Verhulst Named President of L'Oréal USA Professional
Succeeds David Craggs who retires next month. continue reading »
Bare Escentuals Joins with Go Red for Women
Lipgloss to raise funds for American Heart Association continue reading »
Comfort Zone Partners with Warren-Tricomi
NYC salon to showcase spa skin care line continue reading »
No Rise in Sales at Prestige for 3Q Report
Brand predicts revenues in line with prior year continue reading »
John Lewis Tops List in UK
Avon also places in roster of favorites continue reading »
Murad Celebrates 20 Years of Skin Care
Special anniversary products to launch throughout 2009 continue reading »
Paris and Jessica Lead at Parlux
Preliminary 6% increase in third quarter net sales continue reading »
The End of Consumerism?
Wal-Mart CEO sees a fundamental shift in U.S. economy. continue reading »
New Scents Propel Ferragamo Parfums
Sales jump for the fifth year in a row. continue reading »
Beiersdorf Posts an 8% Rise in Sales
Core brands shine in preliminary 2008 data. continue reading »
A New Managing Director for Maurer & Wirtz
Johannes Verhoog succeeds Bert Lehnen as managing director. continue reading »
Financial Slowdown at Helen of Troy
Sales are lower in 3Q, nine-month report continue reading »
New Chief Financial Officer Appointed at Coty
Sergio Pedreiro joins global beauty company’s executive team continue reading »
L’Occitane Calls On Software Company to Improve Global Relations
New data system aims to reduce worldwide operational costs continue reading »
Regis Reports Decline in Second Quarter
Sales slide 5.4% continue reading »
Calvin Klein Fragrances Unveils New Campaign
New spin on brand after 15 years on the market continue reading »
Report Shows Mass Fared Well for Holidays
Chain drugstores cashed in on slimmer wallets for 2008 continue reading »
Lancome’s Latest Launch Has Protein Power
Skin care concentrate said to revitalize skin cells continue reading »
Alterna Wins Magazine Award
Natural hairspray is reader favorite in New Beauty continue reading »
RC2 to Expand Baby Care Offerings
Expanded lines from Lamaze, Bella B continue reading »
Padilla Joins Natural Health Trends
New role as senior VP of marketing for global operations continue reading »
Whitman Resigns from P&G Board
Personal reasons are cause of resignation continue reading »
