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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."
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.
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.
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.
Symrise Results Benefit from Second-half 2009 Improvements
Personal care and oral care results partially offset weakness in luxury personal care and fine fragrance.
Ulta Announces Net Income Increase of 64.6% in Q4 2009
Net income increased 55.8% to $39.4 million in fiscal 2009; 2010 priorities include growing profitable market share, achieving permanent cost efficiencies and delivering free cash flow.
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Natural Opportunities in Mass Retail
By: Lisa Doyle As natural and organic products become more mainstream, mass-market retailers find creative ways to assimilate these goods onto their beauty care shelf space.
Optimization and Sustainability—A Winning Combination
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