Archives for February 27, 2006

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L'Oreal eyes cosmetic retail, considers Body Shop buy

By  Simon Pitman

L'Oreal says it is considering making a cash offer for British cosmetics and toiletries retailer Body Shop, as it aims to broaden its existing business portfolio in an effort to maintain its unbroken sales growth record.

Nanotech UV maker buys up US rival company

By  Simon Pitman

Oxonica, a UK-based nanotechnology group that has come to the fore with a UV sunscreen ingredient, has completed the acquisition of US company Nanoplex Technologies, in a deal that will help it expand its sun care capabilities.