Israeli Together to market medical cannabis products in Brazil
Together is set to become the first Israeli medical cannabis public company to market its products in Brazil. The CBD oil supplier has signed a memorandum of understanding with a local partner who will be responsible for obtaining regulatory clearance.
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Natura &Co to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030
Natura &Co has unveiled a new sustainability plan, named Commitment to Life, which aims to step up the group’s actions to tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues by 2030.
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Facebook launches WhatsApp Pay in Brazil
Facebook is launching a new functionality for its popular messaging platform. WhatsApp Pay will allow users in Brazil to make digital payments without leaving the social platform, according to a report published by the Financial Times.
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Colombian Senate passes animal testing ban
The Colombian Senate has banned the testing of cosmetics on animals. The measure was passed almost unanimously under Bill 120/2018.
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Natura makes global plastic elimination solutions available to market
Natura has shared some of the findings from its 2019 Natura Innovation Challenge – Zero Waste Packaging, which aimed to find innovative global solutions to combat the plastic waste generation and pollution.
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Natura shares fall as Avon ‘cyber incident’ partially hits operations
Natura has announced that a ‘cyber incident’ has partially hit Avon operations after the attack hit some of its systems, according to a report by Reuters.
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Natura &Co data glitch leaves 250,000 customers exposed to hackers
Some 250,000 Natura &Co customers have fallen victim of a data breach after some Amazon-hosted servers belonging to the Brazilian firm went unprotected, leading to personal information being exposed, according to a report published by Pymnts.com.
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Millennial bible Refinery 29 bucks media decline with Latinx launch
Refinery 29 is to press ahead with a new platform aimed at the Latinx community, according to a report published by The Drum, making the millennial bible appear immune to the plummeting ad revenues being experienced across the media industry.
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Natura &Co Q12020: strong digital ramp up sends sales up 1.9 percent despite COVID-19 closures
Natura &Co has reported its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2020. The South American owner of Avon and The Body Shop saw revenue inch up 1.9 percent (-6.2 at constant currency) to R$7.5 billion despite closures caused by the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Natura: decline in retail sales being offset by higher use of digital platforms
Natura has announced that a higher use of its digital platforms is offsetting revenue lost from store closures during COVID-19, according to a report by Reuters.
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O Boticário’s Founder donates 1.7 tons of gel alcohol to Curitiba to be used for hand sanitizer production
Miguel Krigsner, O Boticário’s Founder and President, has announced a donation of 1.7 tons of gel alcohol to the Curitiba municipal health department.
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Now Natura to move to hand sanitizer production
Natura &Co is planning to convert all of its make-up and fragrance production lines across Latin America to produce sought-after personal hygiene products, according to a report published by Reuters.
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Natura &Co notifies market of change in percentage ownership
Natura &Co has informed shareholders and the market that it has received a letter from Dynamo informing it of a change in the percentage ownership of the company.
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Natura &Co Q4: EBITDA up 12.2 percent as all three brands post revenue growth
Natura &Co has reported its results for the final quarter of fiscal 2019. The group hailed its performance over the three months as ‘strong’ with all three of its brands, Natura, The Body Shop and Aesop, posting revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA up 12.2 percent.
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Tupperware Brands to file late to allow for Fuller Mexico beauty business investigation
Tupperware Brands has announced select preliminary financial results for fiscal 2019, but has also revealed that it will file a Form 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing with the SEC to allow time to finalize additional procedures as part of its investigation regarding the impact of certain financial reporting matters in its Fuller Mexico beauty business.
CLICK HERE Natura recognised as one of world’s most ethical companies
Natura has been recognised as one of the world’s most ethical companies of 2020 by the Ethisphere Institute, a leader in the definition of standards for ethical business practices.
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Grupo Boticario poised for M&A activity?
The CEO of Grupo Boticario has indicated that the Brazilian company may be poised to make further acquisitions, according to a report published by the Financial Post.
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Brazil approves import of Khiron Medical Cannabis
The Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA) has approved the import of Khiron medical cannabis product to be imported on an individual patient basis.
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Aveda makes its debut in South America
Lauder-owned Aveda has landed in South America with the opening of a sustainable salon in Brazil, according to a report published by WWD.
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Dior strengthens presence in Latin America with new Regional Director hire
Dior has cemented its presence in Latin America with the new hire of Hugo Charles as Regional Director in the region.
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Natura &Co’s Roberto Marques named Group CEO as Avon deal closes
Natura &Co has announced that it has closed on its acquisition of Avon Products and appointed a new senior leadership team to drive the company’s next phase of growth.
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Natura completes installation of largest organic solar panels in the world
Natura has completed the installation of the largest set of organic solar panels in the world, according to a report published by The Rio Times.
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Andean countries postpone cosmetic standard harmonisation
Four Andean countries have postponed the harmonisation of a joint cosmetic standard for six months, according to a report by Chemical Watch.
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Natura calls for protection of the Amazon rainforest after suppliers hit by fires
Brazilian beauty company Natura has made a call for better environmental protection of the Amazon after fires disrupted its supply chain this year, according to a report by Reuters.
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Natura weighs in as Health and Happiness Project raided by Police
Natura has reiterated its support for an NGO it works with on sustainable development projects in the Amazon following a police raid on the Health and Happiness Project, according to a report published by Reuters.
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Mad Beauty to conquer Americas with Disney licence extension
UK-based Mad Beauty has had its Disney license extended to cover the US, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, according to a report published by License Global.
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Avon fetes winners of beauty influencer challenge in Argentina and Chile
After challenging influencers in Argentina and Chile to compete for a chance to win a trip to the Avon Innovation Centre in New York, Avon is poised to deliver the prize according to a report published by Direct Selling News.
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Natura reports strong Q3 revenue growth driven by all three brands
South American beauty company Natura has reported a Q3 revenue boost of 7.2 percent to R$3.5 billion, bolstered by strong sales across all three brands: The Body Shop, Aesop and Natura.
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Natura launches global challenge to eliminate packaging waste
Natura is making a global call for proposals from its network of innovators to find new solutions to plastic pollution and reduce waste. The Brazilian company is inviting entrepreneurs, start-ups, research institutions, universities and companies to present at a special open innovation challenge.
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Avicanna announces retail launch of CBD range Pura Earth
Canadian Avicanna has announced the retail launch of its Pura Earth derma-cosmetics line of CBD-based products, with initial roll-out in Colombia.
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Lauder sued over missing pension pot
A participant in a pension scheme, known as a 401(k) plan, which was offered by The Estee Lauder Companies is suing the US prestige cosmetics firm as well as the plan’s record keeper and custodian after US$99,000 was withdrawn from her account without her...
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Counterfeit Colgate-Palmolive products reported in Costa Rica
Counterfeit Colgate-Palmolive products have been reported in Costa Rica, a month after replica items were seized in Panama. A health alert has been issued in the country via the Directorate of Regulation of Products of Health Interest, with officials warning consumers...
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Khiron set to expand Latin American CBD brand Kuida into UK
Cannabis company Khiron has completed the EU cosmetics regulatory process to bring seven Kuida CBD skincare products to the UK. The range, the first consumer brand under Khiron’s wellness business unit, is set to launch in Q4 2019, with an initial focus on the UK...
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Brazilian cosmetics, fragrance and skin care company Grupo Boticário has gained Leaping Bunny certification for all its beauty brands. The group owns six of the biggest brands in Brazil, including O Boticário, which is the largest cosmetics franchise in the world with...
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The Body Shop achieves B Corp certification
The Body Shop has achieved B Corp certification, a status given to companies that are said to meet high standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose. Awarded by B Lab, a...
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Natura moves in to Malaysia
Natura &Co has leveraged The Body Shop’s global presence to help launch its Natura brand in Asia, according to a report published by The MDS. The Brazilian brand has chosen Malaysia as its launchpad for the wider region, and plans to sell its products online at...
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Colombian delivery service Rappi unveils ambitious expansion plans
Rappi is planning to almost double its reach across South America, according to a report published by Nearshore Americas. The on-demand delivery service currently operates in 55 cities across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru and Uruguay and hopes to up...
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Puig strikes fragrance deal with Argentinian fashion house Rapsodia
After announcing its investment in Colombian Loto del Sur earlier this year, Puig is expanding its Latin American presence still further with a partnership with Argentinian fashion house, Rapsodia, according to a report published by Mds. The duo debuted the clothing...
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Unilever acquires Bolivia’s Astrix
Unilever has announced that it has acquired Bolivian home and personal care manufacturer Astrix for an undisclosed sum. The owner of a brand that’s a Bolivian household name, Ola, Astrix is the market leader in dishwash, fabric conditioner, hard surface cleaner and...
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Firmenich opens first fine fragrance atelier in Latin America
Firmenich has cut the ribbon on it first fine fragrance atelier in Latin America, a contemporary rooftop space for its customers in Sao Paolo, Brazil. “We first established an office in Brazil almost 70 years ago, and now we are proud to offer our Brazilian customers...
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As the Amazon burns, Peru commits to ending deforestation for palm plantations
Peru has become the second South American country to pledge to end deforestation for palm plantations, according to a report published by Unilad quoting an article in Live Kindly. The country’s commitment will come into force by 2021 and was spearheaded by the...
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Colgate-Palmolive warns Venezuelan consumers against purchasing counterfeit products
Colgate-Palmolive has issued a statement warning Venezuelan consumers against purchasing counterfeit toothpaste products sold on the black market. The company wrote to the health authorities regarding the potential risk of the ‘commercialization and use of these...
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Natura beats market expectations as Q2 profit doubles
Brazilian direct sales giant Natura has announced a bolstered Q2 net profit, which more than doubled year on year, with the strong growth beating market expectations. The company reported revenue growth for all three brands, with quarterly net income growing by 109.4...
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Grupo Boticario buys Beleza na Web
Grupo Boticario has snapped up Brazilian e-commerce platform Beleza na Web for an undisclosed sum, according to a report published by Reuters. The move was likely prompted by rival Natura’s acquisition of Avon, intensifying competition. Grupo Boticario said the...
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Avon looks to harness global capabilities in new Mexico-based R&D facility
Avon has announced the opening of a new R&D facility based in Mexico, according to a report by Direct Selling News. The research and development lab will operate as part of the company’s global R&D network and is said to help it explore further innovation...
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One future: Natura &Co takes decisive action on climate change
Natura &Co has announced that it is stepping up its commitment on tackling climate change ahead of the UN Climate Action Summit in September. The commitment is the first major pledge to be made by the company since its formation following the union of The Body...
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Tekni-Plex to move into South American market with purchase of Geraldiscos
Pennsylvannia-based Tekni-Plex is set to make its first foray into the South American market with the acquisition of Geraldiscos, according to a report published by Plastics News. The Brazilian packaging firm produces closure liners and induction seals for plastic and...
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Avon Brazil has developed a forklift operator training program designed to encourage women to take up more senior roles in manufacturing. Some 14 female associates have completed the training to date, which was conceived after senior management invited employees to...
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Avon has struck a deal with Brazilian telecoms company, Simpress to supply its sales fleet with smartphones, according to a report published by Telecom Paper, quoting Mobile Time. Avon Sales Managers will be issued with a Samsung J6, rented from Simpress and...
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The Body Shop appoints agency trio to bolster awareness of company brand purpose
The Body Shop has appointed agencies Together, Mother, and One Green Bean and Forpeople in a bid to rejuvenate its image and place a greater focus on its brand activism. The three agencies will have different roles under the brief: Mother will oversee the company’s...
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