Coty confirms its acquisition of OPI Products Inc
Following rumours that it was in negotiations to buy up skin care and nail polish experts OPI Products, fragrance-maker Coty has announced that it will be acquiring the company.
Archives for November 30, 2010
An extract from the leaves of Java tea plant may help reduce oily skin
Applying an extract from the leaves of Orthosiphon stamineus, otherwise known as Java tea or Cat’s whiskers, can help reduce sebum production in the skin, reducing shine and decreasing pore size, claim BASF scientists.
Alberto Culver settles shareholder lawsuit over proposed Unilever acquisition
A group of shareholders of Alberto Culver have reached an agreement with the company stemming from its proposed acquisition by Unilever, in which it claims the best deal was not sought by the beauty care firm.
Cosmetologists Chicago wades into formaldehyde debate
Cosmetologists Chicago, which represents more than 7,000 salon professionals, has issued guidelines for the safety of professionals and consumers interested in keratin-based hair straightening treatments.
Taiwanese body puts pressure on to tighten regulation of organic cosmetics
The Consumers Foundation (CF) in Taiwan has said it wants to see a tightening of regulations governing organic cosmetics following a series of random product tests.