Latin America
Cosmetic formulation: IMCD expands its Futuras Cientistas program in Brazil
IMCD Group, a global leading partner for the distribution and formulation of specialty chemicals and ingredients, is continuing its...
Natura sells Avon International to refocus on Latin America
Brazilian cosmetics group Natura Cosméticos confirmed on Friday, January 2, 2026, that it completed the sale of Avon International on...
Nouryon opens new customer experience and innovation center in Brazil
The manufacturer of special chemicals recently launched the construction of a new home and personal care customer experience and...
Niche fragrances show strong growth potential in Brazil
Niche perfumery is still developing in Brazil, yet it is rapidly attracting consumers who seek exclusivity in a market where fragrance is...
Estée Lauder makes minority investment in Mexican luxury fragrance brand Xinú
The Estée Lauder Companies has announced its first ever investment in a Latin American beauty brand through the acquisition of a minority...
Safic-Alcan expands Latin America footprint with the acquisition of Anders
The global distributor of specialty chemicals has acquired a majority stake in Anders, a regional specialty chemical distributor, leader...
Ulta Beauty opens first stores in Mexico City with future expansion ahead
The U.S. beauty retailer has made its official debuts on the Mexican market in August with the opening of its first stores in the...
IFF to open a bioprospecting lab in the heart of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest
The producer of flavors, fragrances and food ingredients, is partnering with Reservas Votorantim — the green economy arm of Brazilian...
Albéa acquires Amfora Packaging and strengthens its position in Latin America
In early August, the global leader in beauty and personal care packaging struck a deal to acquire Amfora Packaging, a Bogotá-based...
Brazil’s Natura returns to profit and prepares sale of Avon International
Brazilian cosmetics maker Natura posted on Monday, August 11, a second quarter net profit of BRL 195.1 million (USD 36.1 million),...
