Mary Kay Grabs 11th Spot On Happy Magazine's Top 50 Household And Personal Products Companies List July 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Beauty brand Mary Kay was ranked number 11 in the 2016 edition of “Happi” magazine's The Top 50 Household and Personal Products Companies list. Although the company reported flat sales in 2015, the company received more than 130 patents. This enabled the company to reach more than 1,200 patents for products, technologies, and packaging designs. Among the more significant patents the company received during the year were those for Mary Kay TimeWise Repair Volu-Firm Lifting Serum, Mary Kay TimeWise Body Targeted-Action Toning Lotion, and Repair Volu-Firm Eye Renewal Cream. "Mary Kay ranked 11th at The Top 50 Household and Personal Products Companies List", Happi, July 01, 2016, © Rodman Media

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Unilever Plans To Build New Factory In Ukraine July 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Unilever plans to build a factory in in Hostomel in Ukraine. According to the office of Ukrainian President Peetro Poroshenko, the company's decision to invest in the country is a confirmation of reforms efforts of his government. Unilever CEO Paul Polman said now is the right time to invest in the country. "Unilever Group's arrival in Ukraine confirms success of reforms", Interfax Ukraine, July 01, 2016, © Интерфакс-Украина

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Dolce&Gabbana And Shiseido Sign Exclusive Global Licensing Agreement July 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Dolce&Gabbana and Shiseido Group signed an exclusive worldwide licensing deal. Supporting Shiseido Group's strategic vision for 2020, the agreement covers product development, manufacturing, and distribution of Dolce&Gabban's fragrance, makeup, and skincare product lines. Subject to approval by antitrust authorities, the licensing agreement becomes effective on October 1, 2016. "Dolce＆Gabbana and Shiseido Group Sign a New License Agreement", Shiseido, July 01, 2016, © Shiseido Company, Limited

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Unilever Appoints Florin Trandafirescu As Head Of South Central Europe Business July 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Unilever named Florin Trandafirescu as managing director of its South Central Europe operations. Effective July 1, 2016, the appointment means Trandafirescu will manage operations in Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and other countries making up the region. With more than 19 years of experience in Unilever, he used to manage Unilever operations in Czech Republic and Slovakia in the last four years. Georgiana Bendre, "Key move. Florin Trandafirescu is the new managing director of Unilever South Central Europe", Business Review, July 01, 2016, © Business Review

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British Ad Watchdog Says Colgate Ad For Whitening Toothpaste Was Misleading June 30, 2016: 12:00 AM EST The U.K.'s advertising watchdog has ruled that an online ad for a Colgate whitening toothpaste was false on at least one count, and must not run again with the misleading claim. The Advertising Standards Authority, acting on a four-count complaint filed by Procter & Gamble U.K., said the video ad that ran on the Colgate website beginning in August 2014 suggested that Max White One Optic had an immediate whitening effect, leaving the teeth “much whiter” than before. The ASA said the toothpaste did in fact whiten the teeth, but the effect was small. The ASA dismissed three other P&G complaints about the ad, arguing that Colgate had supported the claims with sufficient evidence.  Simon Gwynn, "Colgate toothpaste ad not quite whiter than white, says ASA", Campaign Magazine, June 30, 2016, © Haymarket Media Group Ltd.

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SC Johnson Is 4th-Largest Household And Personal Products Company, Happi Magazine Says July 1, 2016: 12:00 AM EST SC Johnson, with its total sales of $10 billion in 2015, ranked number 4 in the 2016 edition of Happi magazine’s list of The Top 50 Household and Personal Products Companies. Unlike many of its multinational rivals, SC Johnson reported sales grew 4 percent in fiscal year 2015. In February 2016, the company pledged $15 million to the global fight against the Zika virus. In the US, the company is investing $50 million to $80 million to upgrade its corporate headquarters in Racine, WI. "SC Johnson ranked 4th at The Top 50 Household and Personal Products Companies List", Happi, July 01, 2016, © Rodman Media

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Procter & Gamble Biggest Advertiser In US In 2015, Advertising Age Says June 30, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble Co. remains the biggest advertiser in the US in 2015 although the consumer goods giant cut its ad spending. According to analysis by Advertising Age, the company spent almost $4.3 billion in advertising in the country in 2015, almost 4 percent lower than $4.4 billion it spent in 2014. Worldwide, the company spent $8.2 billion on advertising, lower by 7.7 percent compared with $8.9 billion in 2014. Another Cincinnati-based company, retailer Macy’s Inc., is also on the list’s top 25 advertisers despite cutting its ad spending. Barrett J. Brunsman , "Three Cincinnati companies among largest advertisers in U.S.", Cincinnati Business Courier, June 30, 2016, © American City Business Journals

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Oral Essentials Adds Toothpastes To Product Family June 30, 2016: 12:00 AM EST The Oral Essentials oral care brand from dentist Kourosh Maddahi is expanding its product line from mouthwash to two varieties of toothpaste: original formula and whitening. Ingredients include vegetable (rather than petroleum-based) glycerin, French essential oils, xylitol sweetener, and Dead Sea salt, but no harsh chemicals, preservatives, or dyes. The whitening version contains the same ingredients, plus lemon, coconut, and sage oils. It does not use baking soda or hydrogen peroxide. Maddahi says the new toothpastes provide “a truly safe and pure oral care system that actually works.” "Dr Kourosh Maddahi Launches New Oral Essentials Toothpaste in Original and Whitening Formulas", News release, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi (Oral Essentials), June 30, 2016, © Dr. Kourosh Maddahi

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Procter & Gamble Changes Bonus System For Managers June 30, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble Co. is changing its incentive system for managers, as part of CEO David Taylor's efforts to overhaul the company's bureaucratic culture and boost sales growth. According to the company, annual bonuses for its senior managers will be determined in greater part by the performance of each executive's particular business unit instead of being tied to the company's regional operations. Procter & Gamble's old bonus system rewarded managers annual bonuses depending on the company's overall performance in their region. Sharon Terlep, "P&G Overhauls Bonus System for Managers", Wall Street Journal, June 30, 2016, © Dow Jones & Company, Inc.

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L'Oreal Agrees To Buy Atelier Cologne June 30, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L'Oreal said it has agreed to acquire Atelier Cologne. Sylvie Ganter and Christophe Cervasel launched Atelier Cologne in 2009 and now will see their company join L'Oreal's lineup of brands. Available in more than 800 retail locations, including the most prestigious stores and perfumeries in 40 countries, and online, the brand has six stand-alone stores, with three in France, two in the US, and one in Hong Kong. Atelier Cologne develops and manufactures Colognes Absolues, which are genuine pure perfumes blending citrus notes with the finest natural raw materials, the company said. "L'Oréal signs an agreement to acquire Atelier Cologne", L'Oréal, June 30, 2016, © L'Oréal

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L'Oreal Paris Launches New Skincare Product Lines Under Skin Expert Banner June 29, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L’Oreal Paris is expanding its Skin Expert platform of skincare products by launching the Revitalift Bright Reveal and Pure Clay product ranges. According to the company, L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Bright Reveal includes four dermatology-inspired SKUs containing glycolic acid, retinol, and vitamic C. It features a day and night moisturizer, an exfoliating cleanser, and a package of 30 glycolic peel pads. Pure Play includes three clay-based masks the company claims can detoxify and remove skin impurities. Ellen Thomas , "L’Oréal Paris Introduces New Skin Expert Platform", Women’s Wear Daily, June 29, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Common Chemical Found In Cosmetics May Inhibit The Will To Exercise June 29, 2016: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study in mice suggests the possibility that exposure to a common chemical family used to make cosmetics and personal care products significantly reduces the urge to exercise. The findings may help to explain why people who know they should be physically active nevertheless avoid exercising. The researchers looked at the impact of a class of chemicals called phthalates that are found in many everyday products, including food containers, shampoos and perfumes. For the study, some mice fetuses were exposed to benzyl butyl phthalate (BPP) and monitored as pups and beyond. By young adulthood, the exposed animals were not moving much. In fact, the male mice that had been exposed to BPP in utero ran about 20 percent less during adulthood. Gretchen Reynolds, "Could Environmental Chemicals Shape Our Exercise Habits?", The New York Times, June 29, 2016, © The New York Times Company

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Glow Recipe Sells Korean Beauty Products Online; Aims To Educate American Consumers About Them June 29, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Glow Recipe seeks to provide consumers in the US with Korean beauty products and accurate information about them. According to Sarah Lee and Christine Chang, co-founders of the online retail platform, see their company as curators of K-beauty products rather than a mere retailer. Also, the company employs a diverse panel of evaluators to ensure the suitability of Korean products they sell with the array of skin types in the American market. For example, the Splash Mask by Korean brand Blithe is one of the most popular products on the online store. Lee and Chang had to convince the manufacturer to change the product's name from Patting Water Pack to Splash Mask for American consumers. Yim Seung-Hye, "Glow Recipe aims to educate U.S. in K-beauty", Korea JoongAng Daily, June 29, 2016, © JoongAng Ilbo

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Procter & Gamble Says It Will Fight Pampers Natural Clean Wipes Lawsuit June 28, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble Co. said it will definitely fight a federal lawsuit that alleges Pampers Natural Clean Wipes are a health risk to babies. Filed in California, the lawsuit is asking the federal court to grant it class-action status to represent any consumers in the country who bought such wipes made and sold by the company. Also, the lawsuit claims at least 100 consumers may have been deceived by the company’s alleged false advertising for the wipes, with the total amount of potential damages exceeding $5 million. P&G said the lawsuit, which is mainly based on the claim that the wipes contain phenoxyethanol, a potentially harmful chemical, is without merit. "P&G vows to fight lawsuit that claims ‘natural’ baby wipes pose health risk", bizjournals.com, June 28, 2016, © American City Business Journals

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Popularity Of Mobile Devices Expected To Drive Demand For Connected Electric Toothbrushes, Euromonitor International Says June 28, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Two important factors, the growing use of smartphones and tablets and consumer demand for high-quality products, are expected to drive growth in the market for connected electric toothbrushes, according to Euromonitor International. Data from the market research firm revealed the market for electric toothbrushes is forecast to expand with a CAGR of 4 percent in 2015–2020. Also, data revealed developed markets, namely Germany, France, UK, and the US, are expected to drive growth in demand for connected toothbrushes. These markets saw gains of more than 100 percent in penetration rate of smartphones per household, with almost every adult family member owning a smartphone. Thidathip Tawichai, "Connected Electric Toothbrushes Become Hot Innovative Category in Oral Care Appliances", Euromonitor International, June 28, 2016, © Euromonitor International

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YSL Beauty Launches Campaign To Promote Mon Paris Women's Scent June 28, 2016: 12:00 AM EST YSL Beauty launched a marketing campaign to promote its new Mon Paris women’s scent. Highlighting the French capital as a city for lovers, the campaign invites consumers to fall in love. As part of the campaign, the company created a 360-degree video highlighting a race through the city. Developed by master perfumers Olivier Cresp, Dora Baghriche, and Harry Fremont, Mon Paris is their interpretation of a traditional chypre, with the note structure turned upside down. According to the brand, the scent has a first impression of accords of bergamot, raspberry, and strawberry, with a note of pear. Photographer Billy Kidd shot pictures of the couple appearing on the advertising video for the campaign’s print edition. Sarah Jones, "YSL Beauty dares consumers to fall head over heels in love", Luxury Daily, June 28, 2016, © Napean LLC

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Shiseido Launches Digital Campaign For Rouge Rouge Lipstick Line June 28, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Shiseido launched the Rouge Rouge Kiss Me digital marketing campaign to promote its new 16-color Rouge Rouge line of lipsticks. According to Shiseido global creative director Ruba Abu-Nimah, the campaign urges two people to kiss their smartphone screens at the same time in order to create a virtual kiss. Created by Tokyo-based TeamLab, the campaign lets anybody who wants to virtually kiss someone to access the website rougerougekissme-shiseido.com and create a personalized link they can send to that person they want to kiss. There are similarities with the campaign created by Burberry Kisses and Google that also lets people send virtual kisses; however, Shiseido’s campaign takes the concept of “virtual kiss” a step further. Kiss Me goes live in Japanese, Chinese, English, and French versions. Rachel Strugatz, "Shiseido Ups Digital Game With ‘Rouge Rouge Kiss Me’", Women’s Wear Daily, June 28, 2016, © Fairchild Publishing, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Business Media, LLC

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L'Oreal Paris Enlists 15 Bloggers For Social Media Campaign June 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L’Oreal Paris recruited 15 bloggers and social media influencers to join its yearlong program L’Oreal League. Developed as a concept combining fashion and art blogging, the program will see bloggers creating content and promoting the brand across their social media channels. During their participation in the program, the bloggers will attend awards shows, global red-carpet events, and master classes. They will also get to preview products before their market launches. Rachel Strugatz, "L’Oréal Inks 15 Bloggers, Forms L’Oréal League", Women’s Wear Daily, June 27, 2016, © Fairchild Publishing, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Business Media, LLC.

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Lidl Launches Cien Line Of Cosmetics And Haircare Products In Ireland June 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Discount retailer Lidl launched its Cien line of skincare and haircare products. With products priced between €1.99 and €3.99 each, the skincare line includes a BB cream available in two shades, Cien Eyeshadow, and Volume Mascara. Featuring keratin, the haircare products are designed to relieve dry and damaged hair for as little as €1.69 per product. Starting on June 30, 2016, the Cien products will be permanently available in all Lidl stores. Ailbhe Jordan, "Lidl's new makeup and haircare range is INCREDIBLY cheap - and there's more good news", Dublin Live, June 27, 2016, © MGN Limited

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TRG Duty Free Opens Estee Lauder Brand Stores At DFW International Airport June 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST TRG Duty Free opened new Aveda, Jo Malone London, and MAC Cosmetics stores at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport's international terminal D. In 2015, DFW Airport's board of directors appointed TRG Duty Free, a joint venture between Duty Free Air Ship and Supply and Texas retailer CBI Retail Ventures, to design, build, and operate modern duty-free shops in the terminal starting in 2017. Estee Lauder Companies owns the Aveda, Jo Malone London, and MAC Cosmetics prestige beauty brands. Kapila Gohel , "TRG Duty Free and Estee Lauder open DFW boutiques", Duty Free News International, June 27, 2016, © Duty Free News International

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Unilever Looks At Feasibility Of Building New Factory In Colombia June 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Unilever is considering building a new factory in Colombia. During an interview with local newspaper La Republica, Unilever Andean region chief Ignacio Hojas said a new manufacturing facility could help drive economic growth in the country. According to the executive, the site selection process is still ongoing, with Mexico being eyed as another option for the company. Unilever, which reported business growth of 4.5 percent in 2015, said it was encouraged by its double-digit growth in Colombia during the year, as well as by the prospect of lasting peace in the country. Jared Wade, "Unilever Considering a New Factory in Colombia, a Market It Calls One of the Best Opportunities in Latin America", Finance Colombia, June 27, 2016, © Finance Colombia

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Beauty Counter Acquires NUDE Skincare And NUDE Brands June 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Counter Brands, LLC, said it has acquired the global assets of NUDE Skincare, Inc. and NUDE Brands Ltd. Established by Ali Hewson, NUDE and its line of natural beauty products used to be part of LVMH. Under the terms of the purchase deal, Hewson will join Counter Brands' board of directors and she and her husband, musician and social activist Bono, will own a stake in the company. Also joining Counter Brands as investors are NUDE co-founder Bryan Meehan and investor Paddy McKillen. "Beautycounter® Acquires NUDE Brand to Advance Safer Beauty Product Portfolio and International Expansion", PR Newswire, June 27, 2016, © PR Newswire Association LLC

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Procter & Gamble Receives Tax Credit For Plans To Expand Ohio Facility June 27, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Co. plans to expand its operations in Ohio’s Allen County. Expected to create 51 new jobs, the planned expansion has been approved by the Ohio Tax Credit Authority, with a six-year, 0.87-percent job creation tax credit. According to Procter & Gamble, it plans to add 18,000 square feet to its manufacturing facility in the area. John Bush, "Procter & Gamble to expand in Allen County, create 51 new jobs", Limaohio.com, June 27, 2016, © Civitas Media

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Ohio State University Researchers Develop Bottle That Empties To The Last Drop June 26, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Ohio State University researchers have developed a bottle that lets soap products, including shampoo, hand soap, and laundry detergent, pour out completely to the last drop. Described in a paper to be published in the journal Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society on June 27, 2016, the patent-pending technology involves lining a plastic bottle with microscopic y-shaped structures that hold the soap droplets above tiny air pockets. Research leaders and engineers Bharat Bhushan and Philip Brown found a solution that works on polypropylene, the most commonly used plastic in packaging of food and household products. "A shampoo bottle that empties completely -- every last drop", EurekAlert!, June 26, 2016, © AAAS and EurekAlert!

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RB Partners With HookLogic To Expand Mobile E-Commerce Operations June 24, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Reckitt Benckiser partnered with e-commerce technology firm HookLogic to help expand the consumer goods company's mobile e-commerce capabilities. HookLogic lets brands place search, display, and product listing ads directly on e-commerce websites and in apps using a network of retailers that includes Sears, Costco, Walmart, and Target. In June 2016, HookLogic launched a tool for identifying sets of user actions. This attribution tool allows clients to measure results of their marketing across the network. Also, the company launched an e-commerce ad exchange designed to expand its programmatic ad serving capabilities. HookLogic also said it can help clients determine whether a keyword search brought an internet user who clicked on a product and whether the user ends up buying the item. Allison Schiff , "CPG Giant Reckitt Benckiser Gets Serious About M-Commerce", AdExchanger, June 24, 2016, © AdExchanger.com

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Lush Cosmetics Launches Campaign In Australia To Save Great Barrier Reef June 24, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Lush Cosmetics partnered with activist group GetUp! to launch a campaign calling for action on climate change. Timed ahead of Australia's federal election on July 2, 2016, the campaign will involve the beauty retailer's 29 stores across the country handing out election cards highlighting major political parties' platforms regarding global warming and protecting the Great Barrier Reef. Protecting the environment is the present generation's responsibility for the coming generations, according to Lush Cosmetics director for Australia and New Zealand, Peta Granger. Granger also said the company, with more than 400 employees and over $36 million in annual sales, was founded by animal and environmental activists. Dinushi Dias , "Why Lush Cosmetics has launched a federal election campaign with GetUp! to try to save the Great Barrier Reef", SmartCompany, June 24, 2016, © SmartCompany

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Beiersdorf France Names New Supply Chain Manager June 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Beiersdorf France appointed Flore Maynard as the company’s new supply chain manager. Maynard comes to the cosmetics company with lots of significant achievements in the supply chain field. He has been a supply chain analyst at Lancome, managed Kiehl’s supply chain division in the US, and was a supply chain director for Biotherm and Helena Rubinstein in France. "Beiersdorf France Appoints New Head Of Logistics In Management Shake-Up", European Supermarket Magazine, June 23, 2016, © European Supermarket Magazine

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L'Oreal USA Relocates NYC Headquarters June 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L’Oreal USA is relocating its corporate headquarters from Midtown Manhattan to 10 Hudson Yards building. According to the company, its 1,300 employees will occupy 10 floors of the building, a total of more than 400,000 square feet of the 1.8 million-square-foot Tower on Manhattan’s West Side. Also, the majority of the company’s corporate functions and brand teams will be housed in the building. "L'Oréal USA Moves Corporate Headquarters to Hudson Yards and Terminal Stores", L’Oréal USA, June 23, 2016, © L’Oréal USA

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Moody's Investors Service Downgrades Avon's Credit Rating June 23, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Moody’s Investors Service downgraded its credit rating for Avon Products Inc. According to the bond credit rating company, the downgrade is due in part to Avon Products’ spinoff of its North America unit. Avon’s corporate family rating was downgraded from Ba2 to Ba3, its probability-of-default rating from Pa2-PD to Ba3-PD, and its senior unsecured instrument rating from Ba3 to B1. Avon Products sold its North America business, renamed New Avon, to private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management LP in March 2016. Allison Collins , "Moody’s Downgrades Avon Following North America Spin-Off", Women's Wear Daily, June 23, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Unilever Pledges Gender-Stereotype-Free Advertising June 22, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Unilever said it plans to stop using advertising that includes sexist stereotypes, after research by the company revealed only 2 percent of its advertisements depict intelligent women. With a yearly ad spend of €8 billion, the world’s second-largest advertiser will launch a global strategy designed to free its advertising from such stereotypes and remove obsolete gender portrayals. Results of the company’s research showed 40 percent of women respondents said they do not identify at all with the women featured in advertising. Mark Sweney, "Unilever vows to drop sexist stereotypes from its ads", Guardian , June 22, 2016, © Guardian News and Media Limited

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ModiFace Launches Beauty Advisor Bot For Facebook Messenger June 22, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Technology firm ModiFace launched a beauty advisor bot for Facebook Messenger. Offering a hint of what the future of beauty shopping looks like, the bot is programmed to help shoppers choose lipsticks by brand, color, or shade name from a lineup of 20,000 products. Designed to direct customers to where they can buy their favorite lipstick, the beauty advisor bot answers most questions related to lipstick options. ModiFace sees lipsticks as a test platform for the bot technology and sees more complex applications for the technology in the future. Rachel Brown , "ModiFace Launches Facebook Bot for Beauty Customer Service", Women's Wear Daily, June 22, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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Private Label's Share Of FMCG Market In Western Economies Falls June 22, 2016: 12:00 AM EST In 2015, private-label products’ share of the FMCG market in Europe in terms of value dropped by 0.6 points to 38.3 percent, compared with the previous year, according to IRI Worldwide. Data from the report “Private Label in Western Economies” revealed private-label unit market share also dropped by 0.5 points to 47.4 percent during the period. These numbers prove that the segment’s downward trend, which started in 2014, has continued, as well as focus on the challenges faced by private-label retailers and manufacturers across Europe. Among the eight countries covered by the study, France showed the highest decrease in private label’s market share, although it has a high share at 34.1 percent compared with Italy’s 17.2 percent value share and Australia’s 13.9 percent value share. Private label’s promotion market share in the US was 37.7 percent, the highest among the countries covered by the report. "Private Label in Western Economies", IRI, June 22, 2016, © IRI Worldwide

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Schwarzkopf Professional Names New GM For Australia And New Zealand June 22, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Schwarzkopf Professional appointed David Hahn as general manager for Australia and New Zealand. Hahn, who has had a detailed and varied experience with Schwarzkopf and Henkel, succeeds Edward Grimson, who is moving to Croatia. Hahn was general manager for the company’s US mass consumer business and managed the integration of acquired brands SexyHair, Alterna, and Kenra Professional. Shannon Gaitz , "Schwarzkopf Professional Announces New GM", Styleicons.com.au, June 22, 2016, © Styleicons.com.au

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Johnson & Johnson Announces Retirement Of VP Of Investor Relations June 22, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Johnson & Johnson announced Vice President of Investor Relations Louise Mehrotra will retire in January 2017. Mehrotra, who joined the company in 1980, has managed Johnson & Johnson’s Investor Relations for more than 10 years. Joseph Wolk, former VP, Group Finance for Johnson & Johnson’s Pharmaceuticals Group, will succeed Mehrotra effective August 1, 2016. "Johnson & Johnson Announces Retirement of Louise Mehrotra and Appointment of Joseph Wolk as Vice President of Investor Relations", Johnson & Johnson, June 22, 2016, © Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc.

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Bobbi Brown Opens First West Coast Store In Beverly Hills June 21, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Estee Lauder Cos. Inc.'s Bobbi Brown brand is opening its first West Coast retail store and second US store in Beverly Hills. Featuring almost 700 square feet of retail space, the store gives the brand exposure on a major route in Los Angeles. Selling all of Bobbi Brown's product lines, as well as its signature line of sunglasses, the store lets customers view new products and features a section, which allows shoppers to try products. Also, the store offers 18 how-to tutorials designed to help customers pick products and services. Rachel Brown, "Bobbi Brown Opens Beverly Hills Flagship", Women’s Wear Daily, June 21, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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L'Oreal Paris Launches Interactive Outdoor Campaign For L'Oreal Paris SUV Mist June 20, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L’Oreal Paris Singapore launched an interactive outdoor advertising featuring brand ambassador and local celebrity Rui En to promote the relaunch of the L’Oreal Paris UV Mist. Created in partnership with Mediacorp OOH Media, the “Have Fun in the Sun with Rui En” campaign includes a six-sheet outdoor panel at the bus stop in front of Midpoint Orchard. When the panel detects people nearby, the interactive poster is activated with Rui En appearing and promoting the product. Vivienne Tay, "L’Oreal Paris Singapore employs star power", Marketing-Interactive.com, June 20, 2016, © Marketing-Interactive.com. Lighthouse Independent Media Pte Ltd.

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Estee Lauder Appoints Israel Assa To SVP And General Manager For Business Operations Of Travel Retail Worldwide June 20, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Effective on July 1, 2016, Israel Assa assumes the role of senior vice president and general manager for business operations, travel retail worldwide, at The Estee Lauder. Newly created by the company, the post, which will be based in Switzerland, will have Assa overseeing the company’s three travel retail organizations. He will report to Olivier Bottrie, president of Travel Retail Worldwide. Martin Moodie , "Israel Assa promoted to key new travel retail leadership role at The Estée Lauder Companies", The Moodie Davitt Report , June 20, 2016, © The Moodie Davitt Report

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Consumer Interest In Natural Formulations Could Save US Facial Skincare Market, Mintel Says June 20, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Consumer interest in natural formulations could help revive the facial skincare and anti-aging market in the US, which saw sales decline in 2015 after years of slow but steady growth, according to Mintel. Data from the market research firm’s report, Global Beauty and Personal Care Trend Gastronomia, revealed 14 percent of consumers agree that pollution affects the appearance of their skin. This leads to consumer interest in products that have milder, more natural formulations and shield them against pollution. Also, consumers agree that lifestyle plays an important role in their skin’s appearance, with 44 percent saying hydration and 36 percent saying diet affect the skin. "Interest in natural formulations drives struggling US facial skincare and anti-aging market", Mintel, June 20, 2016, © Mintel

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Safe New Compound Destroys E. Coli Quickly June 19, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Singapore researchers have developed a safe antimicrobial material that could be used in consumer and personal care products to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. The material kills harmful E. coli bacteria by penetrating cell membranes in less than a minute. A major reason for the spread of antibiotics-resistant bacteria is triclosan, an antibacterial ingredient found in toothpastes and other products. To find a suitable replacement for triclosan, the researchers synthesized a chemical compound using imidazolium oligomers that can kill 99.7 percent of E. coli within 30 seconds of contact. The material is safe for human use because it “carries a positive charge that targets the more negatively charged bacteria, without destroying red blood cells," the researchers said. The material could be used in alcoholic sprays for sterilization in hospitals or homes. Siti Nurhanna Riduan et al., "Ultrafast Killing and Self-Gelling Antimicrobial Imidazolium Oligomers. ", Small, June 19, 2016, © John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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Four Unilever CEOs Call On UK To Stay With EU June 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Three former Unilever CEOs have joined current chief executive Paul Polman in supporting calls for the UK to stay with the European Union. Ex-CEOs Patrick Cescau, Niall FitzGerald, and Michael Perry have expressed concerns about possible adverse effects of a UK exit from the EU bloc. In a letter addressed to Unilever employees, the former company leaders said membership in the EU would bring economic benefits to the UK, the world community, and the company and its employees. Dean Best, "Now four Unilever CEOs sound Brexit warning", just-food.com, June 17, 2016, © just-food.com

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Fashion For Beard Hampers Sales Of Men's Facial Skincare Products In UK June 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST In 2015, the UK’s market for men’s facial skincare products grew 1.3 percent to £104 million, compared with the 13 percent and 8 percent growth rates in 2013 and 2014, respectively. Data from Mintel showed men’s fashion for facial hair is adversely affecting sales, while a savvy shopping mentality also impacted sales of mass-market beauty and personal care products. As many as 42 percent of men admit they take advantage of discount offers when buying beauty and personal care products, the company said. Data also revealed older male consumers are reluctance to buy and use skincare products have hampered sales. Overall, 35 percent of UK men use lip balm, 33 percent use a facial cleanser, 29 percent use a facial exfoliator, and 26 percent use face wipes. "Hairy times for men’s facial skincare: sales of UK men’s facial skincare grow just 1% in 2015", Mintel, June 17, 2016, © Mintel

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Revlon Agrees To Buy Elizabeth Arden June 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Revlon Inc. agreed to acquire beauty brand Elizabeth Arden for $870 million. Expected to provide $140 million in cost synergies, the merger deal comes with $2.6 billion in financing. Also, the deal has prompted Moody's Investors Service to review Elizabeth Arden's credit rating for a possible upgrade and Revlon's for a likely downgrade. Revlon, which has about $1.83 billion in debt, will use the financing to pay for the purchase deal, as well as renegotiate its bank term loan and revolving credit facility. Allison Collins et al, "The Revlon-Arden Marriage: A Problem Solver for Both?", Women’s Wear Daily, June 17, 2016, © Fairchild Fashion Media

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ANA Launches Campaign To End Media Bias Against Women June 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Seeking to eradicate bias against women from advertising and media, the Association of National Advertisers and its Alliance for Family Entertainment launched the #SeeHer campaign. Supported by the White House and monitored by consumer surveys, the campaign is a result of five months of negotiations with the White House and a two-day United State of Women Summit attended by more than 50 marketers. According to the ANA, it wants a 20 percent increase in the accurate portrayal of all girls and women in media by 2020. Jack Neff, "ANA Moves to Eliminate Bias Against Women From Ads and Media", Advertising Age, June 17, 2016, © Crain Communications

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Head & Shoulders Enlists South Korean Singer Dara As Brand Ambassador June 17, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Procter & Gamble's Head & Shoulders haircare brand named singer Dara, a member of the South Korean girl group 2NE1, as brand ambassador in the region. As part of a campaign for the brand, Dara will visit Bangkok to promote the shampoo brand on June 24, 2016. Dara is famous for her unique hairstyles; however, she appears with a beautiful silky hair in her advertisement for the brand. Mickey Jamias , "2NE1's Dara Is The Newest Head & Shoulders Girl", KpopStarz, June 17, 2016, © KpopStarz.com

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Revlon Buys Elizabeth Arden For $870 Million June 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Revlon, Inc. agreed to acquire Elizabeth Arden, Inc. in a deal valued at about $870 million. Under the terms of the purchase deal, Revlon will buy all outstanding shares of Elizabeth Arden for $14 per share in cash. According to the companies, the merger would bring about several strategic benefits, including expanded category mix, channel diversification, and broader geographic footprint. "Revlon to Acquire Elizabeth Arden for $14.00 Per Share in All-Cash Transaction", Revlon, June 16, 2016, © Revlon Consumer Products Corporation

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Olay Selects Jesinta Campbell As New Face Of Total Effects Line Of Skincare Products June 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Olay signed Australian fashion model Jesinta Campbell as brand ambassador for its Total Effects line of skincare products. Olay will launch a campaign featuring Campbell in July 2016. Campbell, a former Miss Universe Australia title holder, has undergone a style and image change in recent years. "Jesinta Campbell is the new face of Olay", Sunday World, June 16, 2016, © Sunday World

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British Research Project To Develop New Gels From Surplus Potatoes June 16, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Several British universities and research institutes will benefit from a $3.7 million grant supporting development of personal care gels, creams and other products from discarded starchy vegetables like potatoes. The food industry throws away millions of tons of vegetables that are unsold for one reason or another each year. Also contributing to the problem are surplus supply and processing waste. The researchers will investigate how nature’s catalysts –  enzymes – can be used to make starch-based gels using nanoscale fibers. The new gels could be used across the pharmaceutical, beauty, home product and food industries. Participating in the research are the University of East Anglia, the John Innes Center, the University of Bath, and the University of Exeter.  "£2.8 million project to make new types of gel from waste food", News release, University of East Anglia, June 16, 2016, © University of East Anglia

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Lush Relies On Word-Of-Mouth Marketing To Fuel Growth June 15, 2016: 12:00 AM EST Lush Cosmetics does not advertise on traditional media but instead relies on word-of-mouth marketing. In order to grow into a large beauty retail company, Lush Cosmetics has implemented a content strategy using non-traditional methods using brand values and identity, reinforced by the company's dedication to its ethical principles, such as minimal packaging and protests against animal testing. Also, the company is known for its unique and interesting copywriting, using flowery and humorous language to describe its products. Nikki Gilliland, "How Lush Cosmetics uses word-of-mouth marketing", Econsultancy, June 15, 2016, © Econsultancy.com Limited

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L'Oreal India Rebrands Ultra Doux Shampoo; Launches It As Ultra Blends June 15, 2016: 12:00 AM EST L'Oreal India Pvt. Ltd. reintroduced its Ultra Doux natural shampoo and rebranded it as Garnier Ultra Blends. Part of the global relaunch of the natural shampoo brand that was popular in the 1990s, the Indian reintroduction of the product is part of L'Oreal's efforts to meet local demand for natural and organic haircare products. Ultra Blends, the top haircare brand in France, was discontinued in India around 2001. L'Oreal developed the India range at its local R&D center during the past 18 months, with local requirements part of the product development process, the company said. Sapna Agarwal, "Remember Ultra Doux shampoo? L’Oreal’s bringing it back as Ultra Blends", Livemint, June 15, 2016, © HT Media Ltd.

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New Avon Names Direct-Selling Veteran As President Of Social Selling June 15, 2016: 12:00 AM EST New Avon LLC announced the appointment of Betty Palm as president of the company's Social Selling operations. Reporting directly to CEO Scott White, Palm's responsibilities include transforming the Representative experience. Palm is a veteran executive of the direct-selling industry and founder of the strategic consulting firm B. Palm Group, LLC. "New Avon LLC names Betty Palm President, Social Selling", New Avon LLC, June 15, 2016, © New Avon LLC

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