MEP calls for EU to promote global ban on animal testing for cosmetics
Labour MEP Miriam Dalli is calling for the EU to promote a global ban on animal testing for cosmetics by spearheading the drafting of a resolution on the importance of ending the practice worldwide, according to a report published by The Independent. “Europe has a...
Lidl, Mars and more: YouTube ads pulled again as brands protest against ‘explicit’ content
Several major FMCG manufacturers and retailers have pulled their advertising from YouTube after The Times revealed that their commercials were being shown alongside clips of near-naked children, according to a report published by Reuters. “There shouldn’t be any ads...
I wish it could be Christmas everyday: ‘strong seasonality’ should see results pick up for L’Occitane in 2H
L’Occitane has confirmed the figures released in a trading update at October’s close with the announcement of its interim results for the first half of fiscal 2018. Sales were up 1.1 percent at constant rates (down 0.6 percent at actual rates) to reach €548.2 million....
Allbeauty.com rated #1 UK online retailer in Which? survey
Online beauty retailer, allbeauty.com has come out on top of a ranking of UK online shopping services conducted by consumer champion Which?, according to a report published by Gears of Biz. Shoppers were asked to rate 100 of the most popular online shops based on...
Snatch: Unilever Venture’s mobile AR game booming with plans to ‘go global’
The Unilever Venture-backed mobile augmented reality game Snatch has become such a success it is said to be on course to hit one million downloads, with the demand for the app resulting in a global rollout plan, according to a report by Marketing Week. Having launched...
Henkel to invest ‘multi-millions’ in 3D printing operation in Dublin
Henkel is planning to establish a multi-million 3D printing operation in Tallaght, Ireland, according to a report published by the Irish Times. The new project will be sited at Henkel’s existing Dublin facility, and will create 400 jobs. Henkel is said to be planning...
BASF and Poietis sign new 3D bioprinting agreement
Two years after their first official collaboration, BASF and Poietis have announced they have signed a framework agreement to further develop the field of 3D bioprinting technology. “During our cooperation, we gained important insights… In a second step, we now want...
L’Oréal partners with start-up campus Station F to create global beauty accelerator
L’Oréal has partnered with Parisian start-up campus Station F to create a global beauty accelerator. Starting January 2018, the L’Oréal beauty accelerator will welcome up to 20 high potential early stage start-ups and accelerate their development through strategic...
Michael Kingston announced as L’Oréal USA’s new Chief Information Officer
L’Oréal USA has announced the appointment of Michael Kingston as its new Chief Information Officer. Kingston will oversee the company’s Americas Zone, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer of L’Oréal USA and Executive Vice President of the Americas Zone,...
L’Oréal to take over Piccadilly as famous London Lights relaunch
L’Oréal is set to join the roster of advertisers at the UK’s most famous outdoor site, Piccadilly Circus, according to a report published by Campaign. The French beauty giant will join Coca-Cola, Samsung, Hyundai and two unconfirmed others at the prestigious spot,...
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