Companies & industry
“High shine and long wear are the leading trends in nails right now”, Mary van Praag, OPI
After having grown exponentially in recent years, the nail polish market expanded more slowly in 2014 but remains one of the key growth...
“We want a harmonious development”, Thierry Aubry-Lecomte, Natura Brasil France
While the Natura Brasil group is a giant in its own country, it remains surprisingly discreet outside South America. And yet, it has been...
Dr. Christina Zech joins Faber-Castell Cosmetics
The 1st of February 2015 Dr. Christina Zech joined the German company Faber-Castell Cosmetics as Managing Director. She leads the company...
Atelier Cologne aims to lead the niche fragrances segment
After a funding round of five million euros, which is expected to close in June, Atelier Cologne will implement a new development plan,...
Cosmetic Group USA doubles its activity
In November 2013, we reported that one of Los Angeles’ leading contract manufacturers was setting out to make some big changes. Having...
The Different Company celebrates its 15th anniversary
With 15 years of age, The Different Company can be considered as the teenager of a new generation of perfume brands. The company was...
The Body Shop plans to set up 500 stores in Brazil by 2019
Since the announcement of the entry of The Body Shop in Brazil, Brazilian consumers had to wait for one year. Known for its natural and...
La Prairie opens first flagship store in Paris
La Prairie is opening its first store in Europe this January in Paris, at a prestigious address: 199 rue Saint Honoré in the 1st...
“The cosmetics industry can be proud of what it represents,” Patrick O’Quin, FEBEA
Patrick O’Quin, former Director of Governmental Affairs at Danone, became the head of the French Federation of Beauty Companies (FEBEA,...
Cosmax, investing and expanding its global presence
Almost exactly one year ago, after announcing the acquisition in Ohio, in the U.S., of a plant specialised in the design and manufacture...
