International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
DSM has acquired Amyris Brasil and has established a long-term manufacturing partnership for Amyris’s high-volume products. About DSM DSM delivers solutions that nourish, protect and improve performance in global markets such as food and dietary supplements, personal care, feed, medical devices, automotive, paints, electrical and electronics, life protection, alternative energy and bio-based materials. DSM and … Read more
KLK announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Kolb Distribution AG had on December 11 entered into an agreement with Elementis plc to acquire Elementis Specialties Netherlands (ESN), located in Delden, the Netherlands. Completion of the sale, which is subject to completion of employee consultation processes, receipt of regulatory clearances and other customary closing conditions, is … Read more
GPack has signed an agreement with Oaktree Capital Management LP to acquire Alliora Coffrets, based in Fougères, France. The acquisition is part of GPack Group’s ongoing development strategy centered on expanding throughout Europe. The strength of a group Formerly known as Cartotecnica Goldprint, GPack originally specialised in the production of luxury packaging for cosmetics and … Read more
Virojanglor, a supplier of metal packaging for the premium cosmetics, wines and spirits markets, acquires French company Interesting Sourcing, specialised in the manufacturing and global management of multi-material packaging. With their similar business models based on historic, exclusive partnerships with the most innovative factories, Virojanglor and Interesting Sourcing will continue as a single entity to … Read more
Shiseido will transfer the prestige skin care brand, RéVive, which is owned by its subsidiary, Shiseido Americas to Tengram Capital Partners. RéVive had been owned by Gurwitch Products which joined Shiseido Group in July 2016 and merged by absorption by Shiseido Americas in December 2016. The Shiseido Group has been promoting a selection and concentration … Read more
Shiseido Americas, the company’s consolidated subsidiary and regional headquarters for Americas, has acquired Giaran, an award winning, data driven company with technology in artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, to transform the consumer experience and take personalised beauty to the next level. Founded in 2016 from a research lab spinoff within Synergetic Media Learning Laboratory (SMILE Lab) … Read more
The Gpack Group plans to acquire Alliora Coffrets, held by the funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management L.P. in order to develop its packaging activities in the luxury market, in particular on the French market.This transaction is subject to consultation with the employee representative bodies in France as well as the usual closing conditions and … Read more
Henkel signed an agreement to acquire Zotos International, the North American Hair Professional business of Shiseido Company, for 485 million US dollars. The acquisition comprises hair professional brands such as Joico and Zotos Professional. “This acquisition is part of our strategy to expand our position in attractive markets and categories. It will further strengthen our … Read more
Clariant and Huntsman Corporation have mutually terminated their proposed merger of equals. The decision was unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of Clariant and Huntsman. Both CEOs remain convinced that the proposed merger of equals as agreed to on May 21, 2017, would have been in the long-term best interests of all of their … Read more
Weener Plastics (WP), headquartered in The Netherlands, has acquired the shares and operations of Orange Products Plasticos in Brazil (OPB) from Orange Products (OPI) and C-Pack, its current shareholders. The transaction has been closed on 11 October 2017 for an undisclosed amount. The OPB site, strategically located in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz, Santa Catarina, is … Read more
Azelis announced the acquisition of Georges Walther AG, an independent family run company based in Switzerland. Originally starting as a sole trading company for commodities in 1942, Georges Walther AG has advanced in the recent years to become a well-respected business partner for specialities and innovations in Switzerland.
After obtaining the necessary authorisations from the relevant authorities, L’Oréal and Natura Cosméticos have finalised the definitive agreement for the sale of The Body Shop to Natura. About L’Oréal L’Oréal has devoted itself to beauty for over 100 years. With its international portfolio of 34 diverse and complementary brands, the Group generated sales amounting to … Read more
HCP – with the support of controlling shareholder Baring Private Equity Asia –has acquired a 100% stake in Rusi Cosmetic from Klaus Sindel and other asset-/share-holders. Rusi will provide the core HCP manufacturing platform in Europe and its commercial and operations functions will be fully and seamlessly integrated into HCP. Rusi’s President will report directly … Read more
Clariant has announced progress towards satisfying the regulatory approval condition to closing its merger of equals with Huntsman Corporation. The United States Federal Trade Commission, which reviews the antitrust implications of certain business combinations, late yesterday delivered a second request for information to the parties relating to just two products − sodium isethionate, used in … Read more
Keystone Industries, the global manufacturing leader in nail coatings, proudly announces its acquisition of Make Up My Cosmetics (MUMC), a renowned full-service provider of custom cosmetic formulations and packaging. The acquisition expands Keystone’s portfolio of beauty products as Keystone strives to offer one-stop shopping to its beauty partners and their brands. MUMC, located in San … Read more
L’Oréal sigend the contract for the sale of The Body Shop to Natura. The proposed sale is subject to clearance by anti-trust authorities notably in Brazil and in the United States, and expected to close during 2017. About L’Oréal L’Oréal has devoted itself to beauty for over 100 years. With its unique international portfolio of … Read more
Lumson has signed an agreement to acquire Leoplast. The approval of an agreement between Lumson Spa and Dr Graziano Reggiani, sole owner of Leoplast, announce, leading to the gradual integration of Leoplast into Lumson Group. The operation will generate significant investments to strengthen Leoplast’s production capacity and support on its development in international markets as … Read more
Estée Lauder has invested in Deciem, a growing, vertically integrated multi-brand company, driven by a consumer-centric focus that is already impacting the world of beauty. Terms of the investment were not disclosed. Deciem was founded in 2013 in Toronto, Ontario by Brandon Truaxe, who leads the company alongside Co-CEO Nicola Kilner. With its own laboratory, … Read more
Novacap, a worldwide company in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry, has acquired ID bio, a producer of natural ingredients for cosmetics. Novacap serves the cosmetics industry with essential ingredients used as preservatives, UV filters, exfoliants and fragrances. ID bio leverages its expertise in enzymatic extraction and purification to develop innovative active ingredients and botanical extracts. … Read more
The board of directors of L’Occitane International and its subsidiaries have approved an investment into the business of LimeLight by Alcone in the United States of America. This means the company will acquire a 40% interest in LimeLight USA. The brand was founded by shareholders of the Alcone Company, which creates and sells professional makeup … Read more