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JohnsonDiversey Ups Emission Reduction Goals

Christine Esposito — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:08:00 -0500

JohnsonDiversey will triple its reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions under the World Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) Climate Savers program. The company’s original pledge of an 8% percent reduction—made in 2008 when it joined the program—has been increased to 25% and will be achieved within its original timeframe, ending in 2013.

The reduction will come via operating efficiencies and targeted actions across every aspect of the business—manufacturing, distribution and general commercial operations—not through the purchase of green energy, utilization of another source’s offsets or the sole reliance on installation of the latest technologies, according to the company.

To achieve its goal, JohnsonDiversey said it will invest an estimated $14 million—and will capture cost savings of approximately $32 million.

“Our commitment to further reduce our GHG emissions and go beyond the initial pledge we made when becoming a Climate Savers member demonstrates our company’s passion for providing a cleaner, healthier future for the world, said S. Curtis Johnson,JohnsonDiversey's chairman.

Beauty Retailing in Alternate Channels

Tom Branna — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:39:00 -0500

Kline will share insights from its Beauty Retailing Global Series on the alternate channels of distribution for cosmetics and toiletries during this live webinar, which will take place Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 9 am. This presentation will examine direct sales (person-to-person, home shopping, e-commerce), specialty stores, pharmacies and more.

Beauty Retailing Global Series: Channel Analysis and Opportunities provides a comprehensive analysis of the retail outlets in the 11 most critical markets for the beauty industry in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Research is conducted at the local market level making our analysis both insightful and reflective of individual market trends, tastes, and developments.

More info:
To register please click on the following link: https://klinegroup.webex.com/mw0305l/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=klinegroup&service=6

For further information about the webinar or report contact Kristy Altenburg at +1-973-435-3367 or kristy.altenburg@klinegroup.com

Cognis Launches Sustainability Internet Portal

Melissa Meisel — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:25:00 -0500

On www.cognis.com/sustainability, visitors can read more than 90 pages of data on sustainability within the industry. This new “sustainability portal” has been set up by the global specialty chemicals supplier as part of its comprehensive sustainability management efforts. It provides customers, journalists and the general public with detailed and transparent background information, facts and figures, and case studies from the company’s operations.

In addition, it also showcases new technologies and product innovations that will help Cognis’ customers to make their own businesses more sustainable.

According to Cognis, the sustainability portal explains the relationship between general commitment and specific policies, and between the company’s achieved market successes and future objectives. Key topics covered include the 24 Principles of Green Chemistry and Green Engineering, initiatives to reduce emissions and energy consumption, and case studies demonstrating how Cognis’ products and solutions are helping its customers to reduce their overall environmental footprint.

More info: www.cognis.com/sustainability

OCA Announces Boycott of Select 'Organic' Brands

Christine Esposito — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:58:00 -0500

The Organic Consumers Association (OCA) has announced a boycott of brands “that have cheated consumers for years and recommend honest organic brands in order to promote certified organic personal care.”

The major brands on the OCA boycott list are Desert Essence Organics Body Care, Organics by Noah's Naturals, Giovanni Organic Cosmetics, Nature's Gate Organics, Amazon Organics, JASON Pure Natural and Organic and Avalon Organic.

Instead, OCA is asking consumers to support the following firms with USDA Organic Seals: Alteya, Amrita, Baby Bear Shop, Badger Balm, Buddha Nose, Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, Earth Mama and Angel Baby, Kimberly Organics, Little Angel, Mercola, Motherlove, ONEgroup, Organicare, Origins Organics, Purely Shea, Rainwater Organic Lotion, Rose Tattoo Aftercare, SoCal Cleanse, Seasons of the Soul, Sensibility Soaps/Nourish, Terressentials, Trillium and Vermont Soap.

The announcement came with news that the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) has voted 12 to 1 for the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) to enforce the law for organic personal care as is done with organic food.

According to OCA, the vote would mean shampoos and other body care products that claim to be organic, but are not certified, would be forced to drop the organic claims made on their products or improve formations to meet organic standards.

"Brands that are using the word organic improperly should be on notice that USDA enforcement is imminent,” said Ronnie Cummins, executive director of the Organic Consumers Association (OCA). “Deputy secretary Kathleen Merrigan has said that she is going to get 'tough on crime' in the organic industry.”

According to Cummins, at the NOSB meeting this week, National Organic Program director Miles McEvoy announced a “new age of enforcement” in organic.  “I expect them to make organic cosmetics fraud a top priority. In the meantime, retailers should start cleaning up their body care aisles,” Cummins added.

Minerals Collection Launches in Mass

Melissa Meisel — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:01:00 -0500

Added Extras LLC has introduced Minerals Dead Sea Collection for mass retailers at stores like Target, according to reports. The range features a salt scrub; a body lotion; an exfoliating body wash; a body butter; a mud bar soap, and a Dead Sea Salt Water SKU.

Pretty Woman is Now a Perfume

Melissa Meisel — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:56:00 -0500

Barbara Orbison, widow of legendary singer Roy Orbison, rolled out a scent inspired by her late husband’s most famous song, according to reports. A beauty line is also in the works.

Pretty Woman Perfume features notes of bergamot, stargazer lily, amber and patchouli. It ishoused in a square-shaped bottle within a beige box bordered in black. The 1.7-oz. bottle retails for $80.

Est�e Lauder Signs Tom Pecheux

Melissa Meisel — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:42:00 -0500

Looking to revitalize the brand, Estée Lauder named world-renowned makeup artist Tom Pecheux creative makeup director.

Beginning in Spring 2010, new, high-impact color products influenced by Mr. Pecheux will appear at Estée Lauder counters. His makeup artistry will be featured in new advertising campaigns with Estée Lauder model Hilary Rhoda.

A favorite of top photographers, stylists and fashion editors around the world for his sophisticated take on Parisian glamour, Mr. Pecheux will work closely with the Estée Lauder brand to help set artistic direction for the next generation of Estée Lauder makeup and communicate his point of view on modern beauty to consumers, press and fashion and beauty influencers, said the company.

“We are incredibly excited to partner with Tom Pecheux,” said Jane Hertzmark Hudis, global brand president, Estée Lauder. “Tom will add a new energy, style and fashion edge to Estée Lauder makeup. His intuitive sense of color and expertise in global beauty trends will help us redefine modern color in a bold new way.”

Second Quarter Sales Fall at Prestige Brands

Tom Branna — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:33:00 -0500

Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc., Irvington, NY, reported second quarter revenue from continuing operations fell 2% to $84.2 million. The results reflect the recent divestitures of Denorex, Prell and Zincon shampoo brands from the company’s personal care segment, which the company announced on October 28, 2009. The revenues and results from these three brands are classified as discontinued operations. The results of the second quarter reflect revenue increases for the over-the-counter healthcare segment and the personal care segment, offset by revenue declines in the household cleaning products segment.

Net income for the second quarter, including that related to the discontinued operations, rose 16% to $9.9 million.

“Overall we are pleased with the results of the second quarter and remain cautiously optimistic for the balance of the year," said Matthew Mannelly, president and CEO. "Based on our brands` strength in the categories in which we compete, combined with the passion and experience of our team, we believe we are well-positioned for future growth as the economy strengthens."

Net revenues from continuing operations for the first six months of fiscal 2010 declined 0.9% to $155.2 million. Total net income rose 12% to $18.2 million.

New Peel-off Mask with Organic Rice

Melissa Meisel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:39:00 -0500

The Bio Organic Peel-off Mask, new from Tech Nature, comes in the form of an ultra-fine beige powder, which gelifies when mixed with water thanks to its high content in alginates. Rice meal offers softness on the skin and a smooth and velvety touch. According to the company, this mask is an ideal base for highly professional organic treatments.

Alginate is a natural gelifying substance extracted from brown seaweed such as laminaria. It has hypoallergenic and moisturizing properties, making this mask suitable for each skin type, even the more sensitive ones.

Ingredients include diatomaceous earth, alginate, natural gypsum, kaolin and organic rice meal. 97.74% of the total ingredients are of natural origin, of which 10% are from organic farming sources.

More info: www.tech-nature.com

FloraGlo Lutein Taps Beauty From Within Market

Melissa Meisel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:38:00 -0500

Recent scientific research reveals that FloraGlo Lutein can help satisfy the growing desire of millions of consumers to maintain their youthful appearance with the aid of effective ”Beauty from Within” skin health solutions. More and more consumers understand that skin health is highly dependent on the nutrients they ingest. This includes carotenoids found in carrots, pumpkin, and green leafy vegetables, which can be part of a healthy diet and taken in the form of functional foods and beverages and dietary supplements.

FloraGlo Lutein is a carotenoid that clinical studies have shown to be effective in providing the skin with protection from the damaging effects of sunlight, which is a major cause of premature skin aging.

More info: www.unlimitednutrition-na.dsm.com

Lipotec Targets Expression Wrinkles

Melissa Meisel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:51:00 -0500

On the forefront of molecular modelling technology, Lipotec launched Inyline, a novel anti-aging hexapeptide for cosmetic applications to treat wrinkles caused by muscle contraction. It targets the activation of MuSK (Muscle-Specific Kinase) by agrin, thus, disrupts AChRs clustering, one of the requirements for the ACh to trigger the contraction signal along the neuromuscular junction.

More info: www.lipotec.com

Fast Skin Relief with SymSitive 1609

Melissa Meisel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:50:00 -0500

SymSitive 1609 is the new generation of active ingredients for fast skin relief at Symrise. According to the company, this soothing active ingredient is a breakthrough in treating sensitive skin and dermal irritations. It minimizes hypersensitivity reactions and the peripheral nervous system while simultaneously targeting certain receptors in the skin.

More info: www.symrise.com

Trilogy Debuts Antibacterial Blends

Melissa Meisel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:48:00 -0500

Can a fragrance actually be considered healthy and holistic? Absolutely! Trilogy Fragrances suggests three ingredients that work great in hand cleaners and body washes:

Citrus Eucalyptus: a blend of lemon oil, eucalyptus oil, white thyme oil and lavender oil.

Lavender Lemon: a blend that includes a number of antisepsis essential oils including cinnamon leaf oil, citronella oil, eucalyptus oil 80/85, pine needle oil siberian, lemon oil and lavender 40/42 extra C&A oil.

Teatree Mint: well known for its holistic and healing properties, teatree oil is the building block in this germ fighting blend that also contains mint oils, eucalyptus oil, rosemary and white thyme oils.

More info: www.trilogyfragrances.com

Amphosol CDB Special New at Stepan

Melissa Meisel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:48:00 -0500

Looking for a naturally-derived, EO/PO-free and sulfate-free surfactant for a personal cleansing product? Amphosol CDB Special is the latest, naturally derived, high BCI surfactant offering from Stepan Company. It is a secondary surfactant formulated for use in both sulfate-free and traditional anionic surfactant systems.This product has been formulated for cold processing and easy handling and offers mildness, foam stabilization and viscosity enhancement.

Stepan has also introduced a new and improved vehicle care brochure. It features updated product information, notation of “CleanGredients” listed products and an updated formulary for both eco-conscious and cost-conscious customers.

More info: www.stepan.com

PhytoCellTec Solar Vitis Fights UV Damage

Melissa Meisel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:47:00 -0500

Mibelle Biochemistry launched a new plant stem cell active, PhytoCellTec Solar Vitis. According to the company, it protects epidermal stem cells against UV damage.

PhytoCellTec Solar Vitis is based on stem cells derived from a specific grape cultivar that has been obtained through the company’s unique PhytoCellTec technology.

The activity of skin stem cells is the key factor in ensuring the vitality and regeneration capacity of the skin. PhytoCellTec Solar Vitis both protects and maintains the activity of epidermal stem cells - even in cases of stress induced by UV.

More info: www.mibellebiochemistry.com