Archives for April 17, 2005

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Cosmetics maker in major accounting fraud

Japanese textiles and cosmetics group giant Kanebo has admitted to inflating profits by about $2 billion over the five-year period to March 2003, in what could be Japan's largest accounting fraud involving a non-financial firm.

Cognis focuses on well-being

Cognis Care Chemicals chose last week's Personal Care Ingredients Europe show in Paris to present a host of new ingredients that centre on the growing trend towards health and wellness, reports Simon Pitman.

An alternative to glass packaging

Superfos has launched a new line of packaging for personal care products, designed as a less expensive alternative to glass jars, reports Simon Pitman.

Totarol goes global

Essentially New Zealand says it has been 'overwhelmed' by the response to the active ingredient Totarol, which it showcased at last week's In-Cosmetics show. Its natural antibacterial properties have already proved to be successful in skincare and...