Fairtrade cosmetics make a mark in 2009
Although the concept of fairtrade products is still relatively new to the beauty industry, a trickle of new product launches has turned into a steady stream, evinced by these launch highlights in 2009.
Archives for December 15, 2009
German Consumer Association highlights problem of greenwashing in cosmetics
Many cosmetics and personal care products on the German market wrongfully claim to be natural or organic, according to a study carried out by the regional Consumer Association in Hamburg, Germany.
Alberto Culver enters into agreement to buy Simple for £240 million
Alberto Culver, a manufacturer and marketer of personal care products, has entered into an agreement to purchase UK-based skincare company, Simple for £240m ($390m)
One size does not fit all in developing markets, report finds
Individual approaches to marketing beauty products in the fast-growing developing markets is essential to success, the latest Kline Group market report reveals.
EU clears Amcor takeover of Alcan
Amcor’s takeover of Alcan has been cleared by the European Commission after the Australian company agreed to sell off two pharmaceutical and food packaging plants in Spain.