International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Evonik’s acquisition of the Air Products specialty additives business also benefits the cosmetics business of the German specialty chemicals company. “We are adding interesting products to our actives and polymer portfolio for the cosmetics industry along with an attractive formulation technology,” says Dr. Tammo Boinowitz, head of the Personal Care Business Line at Evonik. The … Read more
Elementis has entered into an agreement to acquire SRLH Holdings (SummitReheis) from an affiliate of One Rock Capital Partners for an enterprise value of US$360 million. SummitReheis will become part of an enlarged personal care business within Elementis. For the year ended 31 December 2016, SummitReheis is expected to report revenue of US$134 million and … Read more
Silgan Holdings Inc., a leading supplier of rigid packaging for consumer goods products, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with WestRock Company to acquire its specialty closures and dispensing systems business. This business is a leading global supplier of highly engineered triggers, pumps, sprayers and dispensing closure solutions to major branded … Read more
The transaction follows several years of global growth for Inolex and will allow the company to focus on its strengths in the personal care ingredients market. “This transaction represents an important strategic milestone for Inolex as we focus on providing innovative ingredients for the beauty care and consumer care markets,” said David Plimpton, President and … Read more
Air Liquide’s subsidiary Seppic, designer and supplier of specialty ingredients for health and beauty, has finalized the acquisition of the Serdex division of Bayer. This acquisition strengthens Seppic’s footprint in natural active ingredients for cosmetics. The global specialty active ingredients for cosmetics represent a market over €900 million, of which natural active ingredients are a … Read more
L’Oréal has signed a definitive agreement with Valeant to acquire the skin care brands CeraVe, AcneFree and Ambi for a cash purchase price of 1.3 billion US dollars. CeraVe was founded in 2005 and offers a range of advanced skin care products, specifically cleansers, moisturizers, sunscreens, healing ointments and a dedicated baby line developed with … Read more
STOCKMEIER Group expands presence in Austria and Eastern Europe with a stake in HDS-Chemie in Vienna
Becca Cosmetics, a prestige makeup brand offering innovative complexion and color products that flatter a wide range of skin tones, is now officially part of The Estée Lauder Companies. The acquisition of Becca Cosmetics is in keeping with the Company’s portfolio strategy to identify high-potential brands that offer a long-term outlook for success. Becca Cosmetics … Read more
Bogart Group, which specializes in the creation, manufacture and commercialization of luxury fragrances and cosmetics, has announced its acquisition of 100% of German fragrance and cosmetics chain, HC Parfümerie Group. Founded 40 years ago by the Warschau family, today HC Parfümerie Group is a German retailer with a network of 80 boutiques and 7 franchise … Read more
The Axium Group has acquired Lapac to strengthen its activity of plastic injection with the company Loire Plastic Industrie. The company Lapac, based in St Rémy la Vanne (F-77), was founded in 1981 by Jean-François Pinel. It manufactures lids and flip top caps (mono and bi-color) and produces stick/roll-on for the cosmetic and personal care … Read more
O.Berk Company has acquired the assets of VPI Packaging and its complete line of capabilities and products for the Personal Care market to broaden the company’s capabilities. VPI will transition its customers and supplier relationships to O.Berk. The company will integrate and offer VPI’s Personal Care products through existing sales channels and sales force specialists. … Read more
UK Packaging company Collcap and Quadpack have merged. The combined group which retains the Quadpack name is now a leading presence in Europe for the manufacture and supply of packaging solutions to the beauty industry. The two companies bet on their respective complementary strengths to grow as a leading presence in Europe for the manufacture … Read more
Cutest Systems are pleased to announce that they have acquired Reading Clinical Research (RCR Aspect Ltd) as part of ongoing business growth and expansion. RCR Aspect is a CRO specialising in human volunteer studies for beauty care, medical devices and pharmaceutical products and this acquisition will strengthen the portfolio of services that Cutest Systems can … Read more
With its expertise in biotechnology (fermentation and enzyme biocatalysis), fine chemicals and plant extraction technologies, the Solabia Group has decided to acquire Algues & Mer, a company created in 1994 with its head office in Ouessant (Brittany, France). The island of Ouessant is classified as a biosphere reserve of the Iroise Sea by UNESCO and … Read more
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has entered into an agreement to acquire Fragrance Resources. Founded in 1987, Fragrance Resources is a privately-held, family-owned fragrance company. For almost 30 years, it has distinguished itself with exceptional creative talent and quality service to faster-growing regional customers. The company has facilities in Germany, North America, France, and China. … Read more
Coty Inc. announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire ghd (www.ghdhair.com), a premium brand in high-end hairstyling appliances from Lion Capital LLP for approximately ₤420 million (ca.USD$510 million) in cash. The transaction will be funded with a combination of cash on hand and available debt facilities. Upon closing, the acquisition is expected … Read more
Alltub Group ("Alltub" or “the Group”), a global leader in collapsible aluminum tubes and owned by Aurora Capital Group, announced the successful acquisition of Karl Höll GmbH & Co. KG ("Karl Höll" or ‘the Company”). Headquartered near Düsseldorf in Germany, Karl Höll is a specialist for collapsible aluminum and laminate tubes with annual production capacity … Read more
Avantor™ Performance Materials and NuSil™ Technology LLC, both portfolio companies of New Mountain Capital LLC, have signed a definitive agreement to merge. This merger will create the global leader in ultra-high-purity materials for the life sciences and advanced technology markets, as the demand for such materials grows due to technological advances, market expansion and the … Read more
Albéa has acquired 100% of the shareholding of Scandolara Tub-Est s.r.o, which operates a laminate tubes facility in Levice, Slovakia. Scandolara Tub-Est serves global and regional brands across Europe, primarily in the oral care market. Its 130 people achieved sales of circa €20 million in 2015. The plant holds multiple ISO certifications. Thus, Albéa now … Read more
Coty Inc. announced a quarterly loss as charges associated with recent acquisitions more than offset improving sales in its fragrance business. The company has been aggressively hunting deals to improve its business and grow its footprint. Last year Coty said it would acquire much of Procter & Gamble ’s beauty business, including labels such as CoverGirl makeup, … Read more