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Groupe Bogart more than doubles in size after acquiring two beauty chains in Belgium
Industry buzz
In the wake of the acquisition of several retail outlets in France - then gathered under the April umbrella name - and of the HC...
Another record-breaking edition for Tax Free in Cannes
Industry buzz
In a context of healthy growth for the duty free and travel retail industry, the 2018 edition of the TFWA World Exhibition &...
Trade shows: Luxe Pack gets a foothold in Paris with a new event
Industry buzz
Two days (including one late-night opening) entirely dedicated to luxury packaging for perfumes, cosmetics, wines, spirits, jewellery,...
Unilever’s Dove gets certified cruelty-free
Industry buzz
Personal care brand Dove has been awarded cruelty-free status by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). The Unilever-owned...
Qualipac and Verescence winners of the Luxe Pack in Green Awards Monaco 2018
Industry buzz
On the occasion of the 31st edition of Luxe Pack Monaco, the Luxe Pack in Green awards jury deliberated to designate the 2018 winners....
Target launches new in-house personal care brand, ’Smartly’
Industry buzz
Target has unveiled a new in-house brand for beauty fixes on a budget. The U.S. retailer has announced the launch of ‘Smartly,’ a...
Heinz-Glas strengthens its footprint in high-end glass for perfumes with the acquisition of Saverglass’...
Packaging & design
Announced last Tuesday, during the Luxe Pack Monaco trade show, the acquisition of Saverglass’ flacon business by Germany’s Heinz-Glas,...
UAE: Perfume sales forecast to $685 million in 2023
Industry buzz
The perfume market was worth US$ 403 million in 2017 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The market is further projected to reach US$ 685...
Cosmetic 360 to highlight research & innovation
Innovation & new products
Once again, the 4th annual Cosmetic 360 show will gather start-ups, SMEs, and leading groups around a common objective: sharing research...
Strand takes inspiration from the better ageing trend to launch a holistic skin care line
Industry buzz
While women aged 60 and over make up 20% of the world’s population, the general attitude regarding aging is evolving towards a more...
