Fragrance sales continue to disappoint for IFF
International Flavors and Fragrances has reported a drop in profits this quarter due to higher input costs and a shift to lower margin products.
Archives for October 30, 2008
Boots Alliance reports strong growth but beauty fails to shine
British health and beauty player Boots Alliance says that preliminary results for the first six months of the year ending in September show sales up 11.7 per cent.
Astaxanthin protects the skin against UV damage, study
Astaxanthin is more efficient than other carotenoids in protecting the skin from UV damage, according to recent in vitro study findings.
Avon profits miss expectations on economic turmoil
Avon has reported a strong rise in its third quarter profits, but poor North American sales spell missed market expectations.
Cosmetics factory in Wales cuts 200 jobs
Budelpack COSi is shedding over 200 jobs at its Welsh plant as the chilly economic climate forces the company to restructure.