Henkel posts highest-ever profit in 2012 thanks to emerging market gains
It seems the emerging markets are helping out the personal care players once more as German giant Henkel posted its highest-ever profit in 2012.
Archives for March 6, 2013
Research finds a decline in France, Italy and Spain prestige beauty sales
Despite market researcher NPD Group finding the UK prestige beauty industry as posting strong gains in 2012, results in the same sector in France, Italy and Spain were found to be disappointing.
Different strains for different gains: increasing microbes with skin cream could cure acne
A new study has found that increasing the body’s friendly strain of certain microbes with a skin cream or lotion may help calm spotty or imperfect complexions and protect the skin.
Beiersdorf profits up and emerging markets hold the key for 2013
Nivea skin care maker Beiersdorf reported an increase in profits for full year 2012 with all of its core brands showing strong growth, and will continue to focus on success in the emerging markets going forward.