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Mar 15, 2010 | 03:06 PM CDT

Inter Parfums Reports 13% Net Sales Increase in Q4 2009

Sales for fiscal year decline; in the absence of a major women’s fragrance launch, financial performance was better than company anticipated.

Mar 15, 2010 | 02:53 PM CDT

Symrise Results Benefit from Second-half 2009 Improvements

Personal care and oral care results partially offset weakness in luxury personal care and fine fragrance.

Mar 11, 2010 | 01:45 PM CST

Naturals Market Maintains Strong Global Growth

Though the natural segment of the personal care market continued to push ahead in 2009, despite the global recession, marketers need to develop an understanding of their target market, including their definitions and expectations of "natural."

Mar 10, 2010 | 01:05 PM CST

Helen of Troy to Acquire Pert Plus, Sure Brands

Helen of Troy Limited announced its acquisition of brands Pert Plus and Sure from Innovative Brands, LLC, though financial terms have not yet been disclosed.

Mar 10, 2010 | 10:34 AM CST

Shiseido Completes Tender Offer in Bare Escentials Acquisition

Shiseido continues to move ahead in its transaction of Bare Escentials, completing a tender offer of $18.20 per share for all outstanding shares of Bare Escentials common stock.

Mar 05, 2010 | 10:13 AM CST

Colorado Judiciary Votes No to Safe Products Act

On March 1, 2010, Colorado's House Committee on Judiciary voted to indefinitely postpone House Bill 10-1248 (HB 1248), or the Colorado Safe Personal Care Products Act.

Mar 04, 2010 | 08:49 AM CST

OPI Launches Virtual Tester

iPhone app allows consumers to search brand's nail color offerings and match skin tone and apparel.

Mar 03, 2010 | 02:06 PM CST

Understanding Fragrance in Personal Care

By: Wen Schroeder

The connection to scent is strong, direct and emotional. The implications for fragrance use in products are vast.

Mar 03, 2010 | 02:00 PM CST

Adjusting to the Natural Impact

By: Alexandra Voigt

The growth of naturals has impacted business opportunities and potential. Ingredient suppliers share their stories.

Mar 03, 2010 | 01:56 PM CST

Optimization and Sustainability—A Winning Combination

By: Pat Smorch

Optimizing the supply chain results in money saved and sustainable processes creation. Businesses will continue to gravitate toward a melding of both aspects and exploring synergies.