Lucas Meyer invests in Bio ForeXtra, a Canada-based R&D laboratory, specialized in the development of active cosmetic and botanical extracts. The investment would expand IFF-LMC’s access to raw materials for its cosmetic actives business. “This investment is aligned with our Vision 2020 business strategy pillar of strengthening and expanding our Portfolio,” said Andreas Fibig, IFF’s … Read more
L’Oréal has submitted a firm offer to Rivadis Group for the acquisition of the Société des Thermes de Saint-Gervais-les-Bains and licence to use the Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc brand. Based on this offer, the Rivadis Group has granted exclusive negotiation rights to L’Oréal. The Mont Blanc’s pure water is protected by a unique ecosystem. Naturally soothing and … Read more
Croda, the producer of performance ingredients and technologies has acquired the technology portfolio of Inventiva, based in Porto Alegre, Brazil. This transaction, completed by Croda Brazil, adds Inventiva’s encapsulation and delivery system technologies to the company’s already wide range of ingredients for the personal care industry. The acquisition brings with it a suite of market … Read more
L’Oréal has signed an agreement to acquire Atelier Cologne. Launched in 2009 by Sylvie Ganter and Christophe Cervasel, Atelier Cologne specialised in niche perfumery sold in selected retailers, will join L’Oréal’s prestigious brand portfolio. "Alternative perfumery is currently a high-growth segment. We are delighted to welcome the perfume House Atelier Cologne within L’Oréal Luxe. Thanks … Read more
Shiseido Group announced that Beauté Prestige International S.A. (BPI), which is in charge of the fragrance business of Shiseido Group EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), has signed an exclusive global license agreement with Dolce & Gabbana, the owner of the Italian luxury fashion brand, regarding the development, manufacturing and distribution of its fragrance, makeup … Read more
3i Group (3i) und von 3i verwaltete Fonds die Geka Holding GmbH (Geka) an Sulzer Ltd., ein Schweizer Unternehmen, spezialisiert auf Pumpen, Wartung und Services für rotierende Maschinen sowie auf Trenn- und Mischtechnologie – verkauft. Der Gesamterlös an 3i und von 3i verwaltete Fonds in Höhe von € 178 Mio. entspricht dem 1,8-fachen des eingesetzten … Read more
Givaudan announced a newly expanded collaboration with the industrial bioscience company Amyris in the research, development and production of active cosmetic ingredients. The companies anticipate that the launch of target products in the coming years will demonstrate significant performance, cost and sustainability advantages over existing ingredients. Givaudan has been engaged in the research and development … Read more
Givaudan hat die Ausweitung ihrer Zusammenarbeit mit dem Biotechnologieunternehmen Amyris auf die Erforschung, Entwicklung und Produktion von aktiven Kosmetikinhaltsstoffen bekannt gegeben. Beide Unternehmen erwarten, dass die in den kommenden Jahren eingeführten Produkte deutliche Leistungs-, Kosten- und Nachhaltigkeitsvorteile gegenüber bestehenden Ingredienzien aufweisen werden. Givaudan und Amyris erforschen und entwickeln bereits seit mehreren Jahren gemeinsam patentierte Riechstoff-Ingredienzien. … Read more
Geotech International, the Dutch based global supplier of special effect pigments, has acquired Paillettes et Pigments (PEP), a French supplier of special effect pigments. The special effect pigments of PEP are widely adopted in the cosmetic, plastic and coating industry. Their pearlescent pigments and glitter are being used for over two decades in especially colour … Read more
Counter Brands, parent company of Beautycounter, a supplier of skin care and cosmetics, has acquired the worldwide assets of Nude Skincare and Nude Brands. Founded by Ali Hewson, Nude’s line of natural, high performance beauty products was previously part of the LVMH portfolio. Under Counter Brands leadership, the two brands will now grow the Beautycounter … Read more
Henkel hat eine Vereinbarung über den Erwerb aller Anteile des Wasch- und Reinigungsmittelkonzerns The Sun Products Corporation, Wilton, Connecticut, USA, von einem Fond von Vestar Capital Partners unterzeichnet. Die Transaktion hat ein Volumen, einschließlich bestehender Verbindlichkeiten, von rund 3,2 Mrd. Euro (3,6 Mrd. US-Dollar). „Nordamerika ist für uns eine der weltweit wichtigsten Regionen. Mit dem … Read more
Henkel has acquired all shares in the laundry and home care company The Sun Products Corporation, based in Wilton, Connecticut, USA, from a fund of Vestar Capital Partners. The transaction is valued at around 3.2 billion euros (3.6 billion US dollars) including debt. “This transaction is a major strategic move for Henkel. North America is … Read more
Revlon and Elizabeth Arden have signed a definitive agreement under which Revlon will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Elizabeth Arden for $14.00 per share in cash, representing an enterprise value for Elizabeth Arden of approximately $870 million. By bringing together two highly complementary brand portfolios, Revlon will benefit from greater scale, an expanded … Read more
The beauty market fell by 0.2% in 2015, the first decline in the market since Mintel began reporting on the industry in its entirety in the annual British Lifestyles reports*. New research from Mintel* finds that certain markets are flourishing as a result of the UK’s two-track recovery. Indeed, as higher earners are feeling better-off, … Read more
Shiseido Americas, a subsidiary of Shiseido Company, has signed a definitive agreement with Alticor to acquire its wholly-owned subsidiary Gurwitch Products, a marketer of global prestige cosmetics and skin care brands. Annual net sales for Gurwitch totaled $175 million in the fiscal year ending 2015. Under the terms of the agreement, Shiseido Americas will acquire … Read more
Johnson & Johnson Consumer has acquired Vogue International, a privately held company focused on the marketing, development and distribution of salon-influenced and nature inspired hair care and other personal care products, for approximately $3.3 billion in cash. The acquisition will include the OGX collection of shampoos, conditioners, treatments, styling products, body care and bath products, … Read more
Die fit GmbH führt ihren Kurs fort und übernimmt die Körperpflegemarke fenjal. Damit stellt sich das Unternehmen auf eine strategisch breitere Basis.
Safic-Alcan UK, a major distributor of specialty chemicals and subsidiary of the Safic-Alcan Group, announces that it has acquired 100% of KemCare, a leading chemical distributor specialising in the Personal Care, Home Care & Industrial sectors in the UK and Ireland. KemCare is a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and fashion products with a focus … Read more
Elizabeth Arden, a global prestige beauty products company, has acquired the global license and certain related assets for the Christina Aguilera fragrance business from Procter & Gamble. Recording artist Christina Aguilera introduced her first fragrance in 2007. Today her fragrances command a global reach and have seven brands. In addition to being the No. 1 … Read more
Air Products’ goal is to become the safest and most profitable industrial gases company in the world, providing excellent service to customers. We have been consistently executing against our strategic, Five-Point plan, which includes focusing on industrial gases and taking actions on non-core businesses. This includes separating Materials Technologies, comprised of Air Products’ Performance Materials … Read more