Archives for November 4, 2004

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Cartoning drives mass market brands

Carton packaging continues to be significant for the cosmetics industry, with steady global market growth of 9 per cent in the period 1998-2003 largely represented by a visible shift towards secondary packaging for mass market brands.

Estee Lauder performs well, but US market proves challenging

Estee Lauder has reported a strong first quarter, with profits rising 23 per cent to $95 million. And like the rash of other cosmetics companies posting good results in the last week, it is the international markets outside of the US that are...

Elizabeth Arden reaps the Britney affect

Elizabeth Arden joins the swell of cosmetics companies delivering strong first quarterly results, attributing the improvement to its brand association with Britney Spears fragrance.