Hair care firm to buy Kanebo spin-off for $261m, say sources
Hair colour maker Hoyu is set to buy a controlling stake in former Kanebo spin-off company Kracie Holdings for about 25 billion yen ($261m), according to press reports.
Archives for June 22, 2009
Noveon reorganizes to concentrate on business development
Noveon, the consumer specialities division of Ohio-based Lubrizol, has reorganised its team leaders in an attempt to improve innovation and accelerate business development.
Nu Skin targets direct sales anti-aging market worldwide
Skin care provider says it developing a network of distributors worldwide for a complete skin care and supplement anti-aging range.
Valois launches sample packaging to adapt to 'multiple use' trend
Valois has just launched its latest sample packaging product, which it claims adapts to new consumer trends in cosmetics by providing a sample dispensing bottle which is both hygienic and functional for multi-use.
Health Canada publishes guide to cosmetics ingredient labeling
Health Canada, the federal department responsible for assessing the safety of drugs and consumer products in Canada, has created a guide document to clarify existing cosmetics regulations under the food and drugs act.
Eastman wins government award for green chemistry process
Eastman has won an EPA green chemistry award for its solvent-free biocatalytic process for cosmetic and personal care ingredients.
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Botox now being heralded as hair loss remedy
An aesthetic surgeon claims he has stumbled across a new use for the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox - as a solution for baldness.