Archives for January 25, 2006

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Cosmetic sales let the side down for LVMH

By  Simon Pitman

An increase in sales of 11 per cent at LVMH over the course of 2005 was let down by relatively subdued activity at the luxury goods maker's cosmetic and fragrance division.

Will fragrance makers be tempted by whale vomit?

By  Simon Pitman

A couple that stumbled on a large waxy lump washed up on a South Australian beach could be set to make a million after it turned out to be Ambergris, a substance found in whale intestines and a much-prized ingredient for fragrance makers.

Gerresheimer showcases glass packaging diversity at PCD

By  Simon Pitman

Gerreshemier says that it will be highlighting a highly diverse selection of glass beauty packaging concepts at this weeks Perfumes Cosmetics & Design (PCD) show in Paris, in a move that highlights manufacturers' demands to distinguish their products.