Schwarzkopf Launches BLONDME INSTANT BLUSHES Hair Coloring Products June 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Schwarzkopf Professional expanded its BLONDME line of hair coloring products by launching INSTANT BLUSHES in June 2016. Developed to provide salons and clients with expanded range of ways of coloring hair, INSTANT BLUSHES let blonde-haired customers have color highlights. Designed to stay in for up to three washes, the spray-on INSTANT BLUSHES come in four tones: Strawberry, Ice, Steel blue, and Jade. "Schwarzkopf Professional Introduces BLONDME INSTANT BLUSHES", PRWeb, June 01, 2016, © Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC

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Procter & Gamble Adds Chairman To CEO's List Of Roles June 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble Company president and CEO David S. Taylor has been appointed chairman of the company’s board of directors, effective July 1, 2016. Taylor succeeds current executive chairman A.G. Lafley who is set to retire. After joining P&G in 1980, Taylor has helped build many of the company’s core businesses, including Baby Care, Family Care, and Hair Care. "David S. Taylor Appointed Chairman of P&G Board of Directors", Procter & Gamble, June 01, 2016, © Procter & Gamble

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New Avon Names Jack Stahl Chairman Of Board Of Managers June 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST New Avon LLC appointed Jack Stahl chairman of the company's board of managers effective June 1, 2016. Stahl succeeded Chan Galbato, CEO of Cerberus Operations and Advisory Company LLC. Also, New Avon CEO Scott White was appointed member of the board of managers. Members of the New Avon board of managers include Ethan Klemperer, president of Cerberus; Susan Kropf, former president and COO of Avon Products, Inc.; and Steven Mayer, senior managing director of Cerberus. "New Avon LLC Appoints Jack Stahl Chairman of the Board of Managers", PRNewswire, June 01, 2016, © PR Newswire Association LLC

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Premium Segment Outperforms, Drives Growth In Global Beauty And Personal Care Market June 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST In 2015, the premium segment grew 6 percent to outperform the rest of the beauty and personal care market, according to Euromonitor International. Data from the market research firm's report Beauty and Personal Care 2016 revealed the high-end segment reached almost $100 billion in value to outpace the mass segment for the first time. North America was the fastest-growing market, with premium color cosmetics and premium fragrances growing 12.9 percent and 4.5 percent, respectively. Color cosmetics grew 6 percent, compared with the previous year, performing better than the global beauty and personal care. Nicholas Micallef, "Premium Segment Leads in Beauty and Personal Care", Beauty Packaging, June 01, 2016, © Rodman Media

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Beauty And Personal Care Companies Create Ingredients As Good As Those From Nature June 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Manufacturers of beauty and personal care products are developing more nature-identical materials that can be used as ingredients in place of natural extracts, botanicals, and actives. These efforts are driven by concern about sustainability and depletion of natural resources, the need for reliable consistency, price, and other related factors. Among the more popular ingredients is the Erasa XEP-30 Extreme Line Lifting and Rejuvenation Concentrate, introduced in 2015 and winner of the 2016 Breakthrough Face Product award from totalbeauty.com, and created by BioMimetics Laboratories chief scientist Jules Zecchino. Helped by available extraction processes capable of creating new materials that uses and improves those available from nature, manufacturers create nature-identical ingredients, including antioxidants and preservatives with various applications, such as anti-aging skincare and haircare. Christine Esposito, "Virtual Reality", Household And Personal Products Industry, June 01, 2016, © Rodman Media

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Sales Of Body Care Products Decline But Usage Rises In Europe June 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Europe's body care market was estimated to be worth $3.9 billion in 2015, according to Euromonitor. Germany and the UK led the market, with sales of $700 million each during the year. In France, sales reached $636.6 million, with Italy posting $474.7 million and Spain recording $364.6 million. Market growth to 2020 is forecast at 0.5 percent CAGR, hampered by slowdown in Spain and flat growth prospects in the UK and Italy. Since 2012, sales in Spain have been in decline, with a 15 percent loss until 2015. Data from Kantar Worldpanel revealed use of body care products is growing, with European women claiming they use them almost eight times in an average week. German women said they use body care products nine times a week, while Polish women said 10.3 times a week. Use of hand care products is highest in Russia and Poland. Imogen Matthews, "Body Care Sales Stall As Innovation Grows", Happi, June 01, 2016, © Rodman Media

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Natura Opens First Store In Brazil; Aims To Diversify Sales Channels By Adding Retail Locations To Direct Selling Network May 31, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Natura opened its first retail location in Sao Paulo, Brazil, as part of the beauty company's diversification of its sales channels. According to company VP of sales Joao Paulo Ferreira, direct selling will remain the company's main sales channel, with the stores taking a complementary role. Ferreira said the sales channels will coexist, with store locations creating new opportunities and increasing sales potential for the company's sales representatives. Also, the company's strategy involves segmenting and distributing products into different sales channels, Ferreira said. Fernanda Bonifacio, "Natura invests in new sales channels to rekindle growth", Premium Beauty News, May 31, 2016, © Premium Beauty News

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To Dominate Online Beauty Retail Market, Amazon Launches Live Show; Leverages Leadership In Online Product Search May 29, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Online retailer Amazon launched the live show, “Style Code Live,” which gives viewers tips and advice on fashion and beauty care, as well as inspire them to buy online. Amazon's director of beauty and health & personal care Chance Wales, citing A.T. Kearney research “Beauty and the eCommerce Beast, said 53 percent of online beauty shoppers are described as “Creatures of Habit,” and are basically shopping to replenish their stock of beauty products. Amazon dominates online product search, 44 percent of online buyers said they start their product searches on Amazon. Consumers described by Kearney as “Online Enthusiasts,” comprise 31 percent of the respondents and also search for and purchase experiential products, including fragrances and color cosmetics. Amazon also aims to become the leader in the segment focused on consumers looking for new products. Keith Anderson, "Amazon: Beauty is in the eye of the consumer", Premium Beauty News, May 29, 2016, © Premium Beauty Media

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Korean Cosmetics Brands Outperform Western Rivals In China Market May 29, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Exports of Korean cosmetics to China jumped 250 percent in 2015, accounting for almost 25 percent of all of the country's imported cosmetics. Driven by Chinese consumers' obsession with K-pop and love for traveling to South Korea, growing demand for Korean cosmetics has caused a drop in Western brands' market shares, by 4.8 percent for skincare and 3.8 percent for color cosmetics, of foreign beauty products. Data from L2 revealed Korean brands also have an advantage over their Western counterparts, with Innissfree the most-searched beauty brand on Baidu. "Why Korean Brands Are Gaining A Growing Edge Over European Competition In China", Jing Daily, May 29, 2016, © JINGDAILY

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Procter & Gamble Regains Crown As World's Biggest Advertiser May 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble spent $8.3 billion on advertising in 2015, regaining its spot as the world’s largest advertiser in terms of advertising and marketing spending. Since 2013, the company has reduced its advertising costs by $1.4 billion; however, advertising expenditures are increasing about 1 percent, according to P&G executives. P&G’s advertising budget for its Tide, Pampers, and Gillette brands alone was much bigger than those of numbers 2 and 3 carmakers General Motors and Ford, with $5.1 billion and $4.3 billion budgets, respectively, Bloomberg said. Alexander Coolidge, "Once again, P&G is the world's top advertiser", Cincinnati, May 27, 2016, © www.cincinnati.com

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Procter & Gamble Receives Supply Chain Master Status From Gartner For Second Consecutive Year May 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble was named a Supply Chain Master for the second consecutive year by Gartner in its 2016 Supply Chain Top 25 list. Supply Chain Masters are an “elite class of companies” with long lists of achievements, including being ranked among the top 5 supply chains worldwide for at least seven of the past 10 years. P&G and Apple are the only two companies to have earned this honor in 2015 and 2016. "Gartner Names P&G for a Second Year to its Elite Supply Chain Master Status", Procter & Gamble, May 27, 2016, © Procter & Gamble

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Shiseido Creates Group To Manage Sustainable Development Efforts In EMEA Region May 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Japanese beauty brand Shiseido announced its has created a group tasked with overseeing sustainable developments for its business operations in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region. Part of the company's Vision 2020 corporate strategy started by company president and CEO Masahiko Uotani, the group will be managed by Daniel Guillermin, Shiseido Group EMEA head of sustainable development. Jennifer Weil , "Shiseido Creates Body for Sustainable Development in EMEA Region", Women's Wear Daily, May 27, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Whole Foods Opens First 365 Store In Los Angeles May 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Whole Foods Market has opened its first 365 retail store in Los Angeles. Combining affordability with the retailer's offerings of organic foods and natural personal care products, the 365 retail concept is designed to help the company attract millennial shoppers. In addition to private-label products, 365 also offers relatively affordable natural beauty brands, including Burt's Bees, Everyone by EO, and Alba Botanica. Rachel Brown , "Whole Foods Opens 365 Store With Slimmed-Down Beauty Assortment", Women's Wear Daily, May 27, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Procter & Gamble Focuses On Hiring And Retaining The Best People May 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble, one of PRWeek Asia's Best Places to Work, is committed to hiring and retaining the best people, according to Jamie Endaya, the company's APAC communications director. According to the company it has about 9,000 employees in the APAC region, with 45 of them working in the company's communications department. To ensure company staff have a well-defined career path and help them achieve their personal goals, the company focuses on creating early, meaningful responsibilities for each of its employees, matching business needs with personal strengths and interests, Endaya said. Also, the company promotes from within as it builds its organization, ensuring employees and teams receive the required training. Gary Scattergood, "PRWeek Asia's Best Places to Work Winners in their own words: Procter & Gamble", PRWeek, May 27, 2016, © Haymarket Media Group Ltd

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Beauty Industry Caters To Needs And Demands Of Millennial Consumers May 26, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Millennial women make up the biggest group of buyers for the $13 billion cosmetics market in the US. It is therefore imperative for the beauty industry, valued at $46.2 billion in 2015 and forecast to grow to $51.8 billion in 2020 by Mintel, to cater to the needs and demands of millennials. Millennials demand testing before buying a beauty product. In response, retailers and brands are installing in-store trial stations to help overcome consumers' distrusting and seeing-is-believing attitude. This strategy has helped beauty retailers Ulta and Sephora increase their 2015 sales by 41 percent and 32 percent, respectively, compared with sales in 2014. Beth Shapouri , "The Way We Buy Beauty Now", Racked, May 26, 2016, © Vox Media, Inc.

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Pond's Rejuveness Partners With Actress Jordana Brewster To Encourage Women To Go Beyond Their Age Limits May 25, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Society has put in place arbitrary age limits on what women can do, according to almost seven out of 10 of the 1,000 women surveyed by skincare brand Pond's. Nevertheless, 92 percent of women believe a woman can be too old or too young for certain activities, ranging from dating online to starting a family and changing careers. This inspired Pond's to partner with actress Jordana Brewster to launch the #AntiAgeLimits campaign for the company's Rejuveness line of moisturizers. "Too Young? Too Old? POND'S® Rejuveness and Actress Jordana Brewster Inspire Women to Go Beyond Age Limits to Become Their Best Selves", PR Newswire, May 25, 2016, © PR Newswire Association LLC

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Sephora Launches Campaign Leveraging Mobile Messaging Platform Kik May 25, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Beauty retailer Sephora launched a marketing campaign on mobile messaging platform Kik. By encouraging Kik users to join a contest, Sephora is building its audience on the platform and gaining access to shopper insights. With participants being asked to answer three questions, Sephora can design future services based on consumer preferences. Brielle Jaekel, "Sephora cultivates insight and Kik followers in interactive quiz", Luxury Daily , May 25, 2016, © Napean LLC

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Shiseido Brings Travel-Retail-Exclusive Collection To Singapore Trade Show May 25, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Shiseido Travel Retail put on display its market-exclusive NARSissist #Jetsetter collection of beauty products and the Blemish Remedy line from bareMinerals at the 2016 TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore. Through the brand NARS' large group of followers on social media, with 2.8 million on Instagram and 347,000 on Twitter, Shiseido hopes to connect with millennial consumers. Included in the NARSissist #Jetsetter Orgasm Face Set are the brand's Orgasm Blush, while the collection includes four sets: Orgasm Face Set; Eye, Cheek and Lip Palette; Lip Pencil Trio; and Travel Brush Set. Helen Pawson, "Shiseido Travel Retail brings colourful product display to Singapore", The Moodie Davitt Report , May 25, 2016, © The Moodie Davitt Report

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Walmart Recognizes Henkel's Achievements In Ingredient Transparency May 25, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Henkel received recognition for its sustainability efforts in Walmart's 2016 Global Responsibility Report. Walmart highlighted Henkel's achievements in terms of ingredient transparency and empowering consumers with enhanced information on ingredients. Henkel has been one of Walmart's key partners since the retailer announced its environmental goals in 2005. "Henkel recognized under the topic of ‘Supplier Leadership’", Henkel, May 25, 2016, © Henkel Corporation

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L'Oreal Plans To Open R&D Facility In South Africa May 24, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L'Oreal is building a research and development facility in Johannesburg, South Africa. Scheduled for opening in July 2016, the Research Centre for Sub-Saharan Beauty reflects the company's belief that Africa represents its biggest potential growth market. According to L'Oreal consumer evaluation manager Julia Gichuri, the R&D facility's first 17-employee team reflects the region's ethnic diversity, with members from all over Africa. Simon Pitman, "L’Oréal raises the bar in Africa with new R&D facility", Cosmetics Design , May 24, 2016, © William Reed Business Media SAS

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Popular Blog Becomes Cult-Status Beauty Brand May 24, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Established in 2014, beauty brand Glossier has acquired cult-status celebrity among consumers. With initial funding support from women-led venture capital firm Forerunner Capital, the company raised $8.4 million in a Series A funding round led by investment firm Thrive Capital in November 2014. What started as a beauty-related blog by Emily Weiss, CEO and founder of Glossier, the company became so popular it has had 10,000 customers on waiting list for two its products. Brand identity and the importance it places on the digital community and the customer feedback loop distinguish the company from its much bigger rivals. Raisa Bruner, "This beauty startup has become so popular that it has 10,000 people on a waitlist for lipstick", Business Insider, May 24, 2016, © Business Insider Inc.

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Johnson & Johnson Adds Chief Communications Officer To VP Michael Sneed's Role May 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Johnson & Johnson named vice president of global corporate affairs Michael Sneed as concurrent chief communications officer. Sneed is succeeding Maggie FitzPatrick, who resigned her position after almost three years. Sneed joined the company in 1983 as a marketing assistant. He rose through the ranks, occupying various management positions of increasing responsibility. Alison Kanski , "Johnson & Johnson names Michael Sneed chief communications officer", PRWeek, May 23, 2016, © Haymarket Media Group Ltd.

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Asia-Pacific Becomes Center Of Global Beauty Market May 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Asia-Pacific’s market for cosmetics is forecast to reach $126.8 billion by 2020, with a CAGR of more than 4 percent during the period, according to Apacmarket.com. Japan, the region’s top market, accounted for 28 percent of the total beauty market in 2014; however, other countries are fast catching up. Recognizing the trend, international brands are focusing on the region. For example, L’Oreal, which has been operating for more than 20 years in India, grew its local business by creating R&D centers in Mumbai and Bangalore. Factors driving growth in the region include the importance of skincare and makeup in letting women project their social status and the increase in cosmetics education and focus on one’s appearance brought about by social media. Lisa Doyle , "The Beauty Agenda Shifts East", GCI Magazine, May 23, 2016, © Allured Business Media

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Ulta Beauty Posts Strong Sales And Revenue Gains In 1Q Of FY 2016 May 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Cosmetics retailer Ulta Beauty said total sales increased 23.7 percent to $1.073 billion in the first quarter of fiscal year 2016, compared with the same quarter of the previous year. Comparable sales jumped 15.2 percent, driven by 11.0 percent growth in customer traffic and 4.2 percent in average price. Salon sales grew 14.7 percent to $58.9 million, compared with $51.3 million in the first quarter of FY 2015. E-commerce sales grew 38.8 percent to $61.0 million, accounting for 130 basis points of the total comparable sales increase of 15.2 percent during the period. "Ulta Beauty Announces First Quarter 2016 Results", Ulta Beauty, May 23, 2016, © ULTA Salon, Cosmetics &Fragrance, Inc

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Unilever, Henkel, L'Oreal Compete For Right To Buy Vogue International May 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Leading personal care companies, including Unilever NV, Henkel, and L'Oreal SA, have submitted bids to acquire Vogue International LLC, maker of OGX shampoo. According to unnamed sources, a deal could value Vogue at $2.5 billion to $3 billion. Vogue, which has annual EBITDA of about $150 million, higher than the $80 million it posted in 2013. Investment firm Carlyle Group LP owns 49 percent of the company, which failed to sell itself for more than $800 million due to a lawsuit. Lauren Hirsch, "Exclusive: Unilever, L'Oreal, Henkel vie for Vogue International - sources", Reuters, May 23, 2016, © Reuters

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My Black Is Beautiful Partners With Hairstylist Felicia Leathewood To Promote Natural Hairstyling May 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble’s My Black is Beautiful community-building initiative partnered with celebrity natural hairstylist Felicia Leatherwood to launch the #hairtruth social media campaign. Uniting the company’s haircare brands, Pantene, Head & Shoulders, Herbal Essences, and Aussie, the campaign aims to promote the idea that “healthy hair is the truth.” Also, the campaign includes a series of online how-to videos that offer tips on hair maintenance and styling for African-American women. "Healthy Hair is the Truth! My Black is Beautiful Partners with Felicia Leatherwood to Launch #hairtruth Campaign", Procter & Gamble, May 23, 2016, © Procter & Gamble

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L'Oreal Says Consumer Needs Drive Technology Efforts May 19, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L'Oreal ensures that its innovation efforts in fields, such as wearable technology and product personalization, are focused on actual consumer needs and are not just driven by new technologies, according to Guive Balooch, global VP of the company's Technology Incubator unit. Speaking at the South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, Balooch said his company has always wanted to use technology in creating “platforms and things that we felt were based on real consumer needs that could go multi-brands later.” For example, the company created My UV Patch, a wearable sensor that lets consumers monitor their exposure to ultraviolet radiation using their smartphones. "L'Oreal's tech innovation formula", Warc, May 19, 2016, © Warc

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Unilever Plans To Unveil New Packaging For Toni & Guy Haircare Product Line At Singapore Trade Show May 19, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Unilever International Global Travel Retail plans to introduce a new packaging for its haircare brand Toni & Guy at the 2016 TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore. According to the brand, the new packaging design aims to help consumers see the products' features and offerings. Instead of grouping the products by type, the packaging concept encourages consumers to buy based on the look they want. Toni & Guy identified four regimens: Undone Texture, Smooth Definition, Volume Attraction, and Extreme Definition, the products Illuminating Hair perfume and Party Ready Volume Lotion. For the Singapore trade show, the brand will introduce Illuminating Hair Perfume and Party Ready Volume Lotion. Helen Pawson, "Toni & Guy illuminates Singapore show with new look packaging", The Moodie Report , May 19, 2016, © The Moodie Davitt Report

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Luxe Pack New York 2016 Features Huge Lineup Of Packaging Manufacturers And Suppliers; Highlights Trends In Market May 19, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Luxe Pack New York 2016 packaging industry event attracted more than 240 international packaging manufacturers and suppliers to its Pier 92 venue in New York City. Some of the industry trends highlighted during the event included the growing popularity of personalized packaging for mass-market products, growing use of raw materials for packaging, and the emergence of niche brands. Consumer demand for customized products and experiences is rising, with results of a SONAR survey for the retail report, Frontier(less) Retail, showing 66 percent of US millennials and 62 percent of UK millennials saying they would be more likely to visit a store that offers an interactive experience to choose or customize a product. Also, results of a 2015 Deloitte survey revealed 43 percent of 16–24 year old and 46 percent of 25–30 year old respondents prefer personalized goods and services. Emma Chiu, "Luxe Pack New York 2016: Packaging trends", J. Walter Thompson Intelligence, May 19, 2016, © J. Walter Thompson Intelligence

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Elizabeth Arden Launches Multi-Platform Digital Campaign May 19, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Prestige beauty brand Elizabeth Arden launched “From the Desk of Liz Arden,” a multi-platform digital marketing campaign. Designed to pay homage to the entrepreneurial and inspirational voice of the brand's founder, the campaign will feature celebrities, including Chelsea Handler, Iris Apfel, and Mia Moretti. Also, the campaign will use a lineup of social media influencers to represent individuality and celebrate women who create their own path to success. "Elizabeth Arden Introduces New Signature Digital Campaign", PR Newswire, May 19, 2016, © PR Newswire Association LLC

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Clinique Launches Take The Day Off Wipes May 19, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Clinique launched the Take The Day Off Micellar Cleansing Towelettes for Face & Eyes to Clinique travel retail stores worldwide. Available in a portable packet, the wipes come with cleanser the company claims can remove dirt, waterproof mascara, and long-wearing makeup. Micelles are spheres formed by molecules which have a side that is attracted to water and another attracted to oil, the company said. Clare Austin, "Clinique launches Take The Day Off wipes in travel retail", The Moodie Davitt Report , May 19, 2016, © The Moodie Davitt Report

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Kanebo Reveals New Corporate Image; Updates Marketing Strategy May 18, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Japan-based skincare and cosmetics brand Kanebo plans to launch a marketing campaign, as well as remake its image, in time for its celebration of its 80 years in business in September 2016. Also, the relaunch is part of the company's efforts to move away from the PR disaster caused by harmful effects of its skin-whitening products, which caused white patches to appear on users' facial skin. Kanebo is taking a three-pronged approach to marketing by, first, encouraging women to accept their unique beauty; second, providing through beauty consultants personalized counseling based on a woman's daily, weekly, monthly, and yearlong needs; and, third, providing women with a total sensory experience with products that smell good and are easy to put on. Raoul J. Chee Kee, "Kanebo unveils new look, formulations", Philippine Daily Inquirer, May 18, 2016, © INQUIRER.net

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Johnson & Johnson Plans To Highlight Innovation And Technology Strategies For Growing Business May 18, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies will present to investors strategies and growth opportunities in the consumer and medical device segments. According to the company, hospital medical device businesses are forecast to deliver growth that is above the rest of the market, driven by its existing pipeline of products, with sales potential of more than $6 billion. Also, the company said its consumer medical device businesses are creating new product categories with innovations, as well as new products scheduled for release, with sales likely to reach beyond $2 billion. With more than 100 new products expected to be launched in 2016, the company believes the consumer segment will accelerate growth, driven by its expansion worldwide and innovations. "Johnson & Johnson Showcasing its Broad Innovation and Technology Strategies in Consumer and Medical Device Businesses", Johnson & Johnson, May 18, 2016, © Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc.

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Kanebo Launches High-End Beauty And Skincare Brand May 18, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Japanese beauty company Kanebo is launching a prestige cosmetics and skincare brand named after itself. Kanebo, which has named fashion model Arizona Muse as its brand ambassador, plans to roll out the brand in 2016 and 2017, with China scheduled for 2020. According to the company, a unit of Kao Corp., it forecasts sales of the new brand to reach ¥5 billion, or $45.8 million, during its first year. Revenue target for the first four to five years is ¥30 billion, or $274.82 million, the company said. Kelly Wetherille , "Kanebo Launches Prestige Brand", Women's Wear Daily, May 18, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Antibacterial Personal Care Products Doing More Harm Than Good, Latest Study Suggests May 18, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Triclosan, the antibacterial agent used in many personal care products, interferes with the community of bacteria that compose our microbiome, according to a study by Oregon State University scientists. Published in the journal PLOS ONE, the study focused on adult zebrafish that were exposed to either normal food or food with triclosan for up to seven days. Results showed exposure to triclosan was connected to significant changes in the diversity and structure of the fish's microbiome. Triclosan has been linked to bacteria resistance, hormone disruption, and possibly even liver cancer by previous studies, with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reviewing the new research. Alexandra Sifferlin, "The Case Against Antibacterial Soap Is Getting Stronger", Time, May 18, 2016, © TIME INC.

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South Korea's Elderly Among Biggest Cosmetics Consumers, Study Reveals May 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST In South Korea, people who are in their 60s and older are becoming one of the cosmetics market's biggest consumers. Data from market research firm KB Kookmin Card revealed cosmetics sales to men aged 60 years and older grew 72.8 percent between 2011 and 2015, while among women from the same age group, sales jumped 100.3 percent. Data also revealed, on average, older men spent 223,000 won on cosmetics and related products in a year, while women spent 275,000 won. Han Ae-ran, "Who splashes out on cosmetics? The elderly", Korea Joongang Daily, May 17, 2016, © JoongAng Ilbo

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Walgreens Seeks To Expand Beauty Business By Emphasizing Drugstore Heritage May 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Walgreens plans to launch its improved beauty business at 2,000 of its retail locations across the US. According to Walgreens group VP for beauty and personal care Lauren Brindley, the company will leverage its pharmacy heritage to position its more than 26,000 beauty advisers as credible source for nonbiased beauty advice. Also, the company wants to expand the range of beauty products its stores are selling, based from Walgreens Boots Alliance’s experience in the UK. Faye Brookman, "Walgreens on Journey to Transform the Drugstore Beauty Experience", Women’s Wear Daily, May 17, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Prestige Beauty Recorded Strong Sales Gains In 1Q 2016, Report Says May 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST In the US, sales of prestige beauty products rose 4 percent to $3.7 billion in the first quarter of 2016, compared with the same quarter of 2015, according to NPD Group. Data from the market research firm's Q1 Industry Pulse report revealed online sales accounted for 14 percent of total sales, an increase of 2 percent from Q1 2015. Makeup accounted for $1.7 billion of total sales in the quarter, an increase of 9 percent; skincare sales increased 1 percent to $1.3 billion; and fragrance sales rose 1 percent to $686.9 million. "Makeup, Online Drives Q1 Beauty Sales", Happi, May 17, 2016, © Rodman Media

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Coty Names Executives Who Will Lead UK & Ireland Business May 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Coty Inc. named the top executives who will manage the company's business in the UK & Ireland, effective upon the completion of the merger with P&G Specialty Beauty in October 2016. Daniel Minney has been appointed as general manager of Coty Consumer Beauty, UK & Ireland, while Alexis Vaganay was named general manager of Coty Luxury, UK & Ireland. Andew Kelsall was named general manager of Coty Professional Beauty, UK & Ireland. "Coty Announces Appointment of Future Leadership for the UK & Ireland", Coty , May 16, 2016, © COTY INC.

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L'Oreal USA Continues Support For One Hundred Black Women's Role Model Program May 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L'Oreal USA continued its support for the New York Coalition of One Hundred Black Women's annual Role Model Program by hosting 10 high school and 28 college students at its NYC headquarters during the 2016 spring break. In 1999, the company's initial grant enabled the organization to expand the Role Model program to Brooklyn and Queens. As part of the program, students participate in a series of professional and personal development workshops designed to let them see for themselves the realities of the workplace. "L’Oréal and One Hundred Black Women offer advice and encouragement to students", North Dallas Gazette, May 16, 2016, © North Dallas Gazette

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Estee Lauder Launches Nutritious Vitality8 Collection Of Skincare Products For Asia Market May 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Estee Lauder launched the Nutritious Vitality8 Collection, a line of skincare products designed for the Asia market. Joining the decade-old Nutritious range, the Vitality8 products come with Pomegranate8 Complex as their key ingredient. According to the company, the product line comes with enhanced anti-oxidant benefits from pomegranate, which have been intensified by combining them with nutrient-dense pomegranate, mangosteen, super berry ferment, vitamin C, and vitamin E. Designed to detox the skin, the products — Radiant Energy Lotion Fresh Moist and Intense Moist, Radiant Energy Mist, and Pomegranate Glossy Lip Balm — add moisture, energy, and nutrients the company says will restore a natural look of healthy radiance. Clare Austin, "Estée Lauder announces extension to Nutritious range created for Asian skin", The Moodie Davitt Report, May 16, 2016, © The Moodie Davitt Report

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Amazon Finds It Harder To Dominate Online Beauty Retail Market In France May 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST In France, only 16 percent of prestige beauty brands sell their products on Amazon, compared with 56 percent on beauty retailer Sephora, according to market research firm L2. Data from L2's Beauty France Index revealed beauty brands, such as Marionnaud and Nocibe, have created their own digital ecosystems that combine creative content with e-commerce and use their offline store locations to offer shipping and delivery methods. Also, French brands have been able to resist the gray market, more so than their German and UK counterparts were able to. Homa Zaryouni, "Does Amazon Dominate Beauty in France?", L2 Daily, May 16, 2016, © L2 Inc.

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Revlon Expands Distribution Deal With Scorpio Worldwide To Cover Asia And Middle East Inflight Channels May 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Scorpio Worldwide and Revlon expanded their distribution partnership deal to include all of Asia and Middle East regions for the inflight channel. According to the companies' previous deal, Scorpio Worldwide handled the distribution of Revlon products to inflight channels in Europe and Africa only, with Scorpio also acting as the beauty brand's agent for travel retail ground stores and inflight in the Middle East. Under the new deal, Scorpio Worldwide retains its role as Revlon's regional agent for Middle East travel retail ground shops. Simone Hellyer, "Scorpio Worldwide and Revlon extended distribution relationship", Frontier Magazine, May 16, 2016, © Frontier Magazine

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Estee Lauder Appoints Patrice Beliard SVP Of Fragrances Division May 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Estee Lauder Cos. Inc. named Patrice Beliard as senior vice president and general manager of global market development of the company’s Aramis and Designer Fragrances Division. Previously president of Beaute Prestige International USA at Shiseido, Beliard will manage the global development of the division’s eight designer fragrance brands. She will report to Daniel Annese, global brand president. Pete Born, "Estée Lauder’s Fragrance Division Taps Patrice Béliard and Cédric Murac", Women’s Wear Daily, May 16, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Shiseido's YouTube Video Wins Gold Pencil Award At The One Show May 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Shiseido's online video advertisement, "High School Girl?," won a Gold Pencil award in the Branded Entertainment category at the 2016 The One Show. Launched by The One Club, a nonprofit organization established in 1975, The One Show is considered one of the three most important awards events in the advertising industry, along with the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and the CLIO Awards. According to Shiseido, the video, which was released exclusively on YouTube on October 16, 2015, aimed to highlight the fun of makeup to young people. "Shiseido’s Online Video Ad “High School Girl?” Wins Gold Pencil at “THE ONE SHOW”", Shiseido, May 16, 2016, © Shiseido Co. Ltd.

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Shiseido Reports Strong Sales And Profit Gains In First Quarter Of Fiscal 2016 May 13, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Shiseido reported consolidated net sales rose 4.6 percent in the first quarter of fiscal year ending December 31, 2016, compared with the same period in the previous year. Despite foreign exchange rate fluctuations, consolidated net sales rose 1.4 percent to 213.3 billion yen, compared with the same quarter in 2015. Operating income jumped 75.9 percent year on year to ¥22.1 billion, while net income added ¥24.8 billion to reach ¥27.3 billion. In Japan, Shiseido reported sales grew 4.5 percent to ¥104.6 billion, with operating income rising 44.2 percent to ¥18.8 billion. Sales grew 14.1 percent in China; however, after converting to Japanese yen, sales for this market grew 6.2 percent year on year to ¥31.4 billion. Operating income added ¥3.5 billion to reach ¥3.7 billion. "Consolidated Settlement of Accounts for the First Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2016　", Shiseido, May 13, 2016, © Shiseido Co.,Ltd.

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L'Oreal Agrees To Become Strategic Investor And Partner Of Founders Factory May 12, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L'Oreal said it has agreed to invest in Founders Factory, a global high-tech business incubator based in London. As part of the agreement, L'Oreal becomes Founders Factory's exclusive global partner for investments in beauty-related technology startups. Under this deal, L'Oreal will be able to connect to a global ecosystem of startups and entrepreneurs working in the beauty market. Also, the deal calls for L'Oreal and Founders Factory to invest and scale up five early-stage startups and jointly create two new companies every year. "L'Oreal Invests in tech Startup incubator Founders Factory", L'Oreal, May 12, 2016, © L'Oreal

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Tigi Tienda Productos Peluqueria Expands Lineup To Cover All Tigi Products May 12, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Tigi Tienda Productos Peluqueria expanded its lineup of Tigi haircare products to include those designed for men, tweens, and those with special hair types. Serving consumers in Spain, the online store now offers Bed Head for Men, Urban Antidotes, S Factor, and Tweens. According to the company, the expansion of the product range will allow consumers to buy the Tigi haircare products at best prices available. "Tigi Tienda Productos Peluqueria Expand Range To Include All Tigi Products On The Market", Marketers Media, May 12, 2016, © MarketersMedia

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Unilever Indonesia Boss Reminds Agencies To Keep Eye On Primary Purpose And Not On Awards May 12, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Unilever Indonesia president director Hemant Bakshi reminded advertising and marketing agencies to keep in mind their primary purpose and not focus on working for industry awards. Talking to Mumbrella, the executive said he sees nothing wrong with awards, but advertising or marketing work should never be done for awards. Bakshi earlier spoke at the Asia Pacific Media Forum in Bali, warning media executives against complacency when things are changing drastically. "Unilever Indonesia boss warns awards-chasing agencies ‘never forget your purpose’", mUmBRELLA, May 12, 2016, © Mumbrella Asia Pte Ltd

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Elizabeth Arden Reveals Deal To Buy Christina Aguilera Fragrance Brands From Procter & Gamble May 12, 2016: 12:00 AM EST International prestige beauty brand Elizabeth Arden, Inc., said it has signed a deal to acquire the global license and related assets for the Christina Aguilera fragrance business from Procter & Gamble International. Introduced by recording artist Christina Aguilera in 2007, her fragrances are available worldwide and come with seven brands. Expected to close in the first quarter of fiscal 2017, the deal is subject to the usual regulatory approvals. "Elizabeth Arden, Inc. Announces Agreement To Acquire The Christina Aguilera Fragrance Brands", PRNewswire, May 12, 2016, © PR Newswire Association LLC.

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