Global coding standard being tested with RFID
A global product coding standard being developed for use with radio frequency identification (RFID) technology is being tested on the sea-shipment of cartons between Hong Kong and Japan.
Archives for November 6, 2006
New head shaving gel targets bald men
Texas-based cosmetics company, Bold For Men (www.boldformen.com, has announced the December launch of Bold For Men's Dry Shave Gel, designed for use on dry skin, targeting the fast-growing niche male-grooming market.
Costs hit Elizabeth Arden, but prospects look strong
Cosmetic and fragrance giant Elizabeth Arden posted a quarterly loss on Friday, as it was hit by restructuring costs, but with marketing spend lower than expected and sales still strong, the underlying results appear to be solid.
Macy's team up with chef to combine food and fragrance
New York Pastry Chef, Johnny Iuzzini, will team up with department store Macy's, to perform four one-hour food and fragrance demonstrations, starting November 13, in a move that blurs the boundaries between the two categories.
More proof that internet beauty sales are really working
Newly-formed makeup.com, an online beauty sales portal, is set to make a significant mark on the US beauty retail landscape, as online sales of beauty products continue to make a growing impression within the sector.