Scientists have developed what can best be described as a breakthrough technique for growing artificial skin. It involves the use of stem cells that are taken from the umbilical cord. The discovery, if it proves to be successful after sufficient testing, will almost certainly help major burn victims heal more quickly as a result of…
THE WHAT? Alex Gorsky is stepping aside from this role as CEO of Johnson & Johnson, with the personal care giant appointing Joaquin Duato, currently Vice Chairman of the Executive Committee, as his replacement, effective 3rd January. THE DETAILS Gorksy has held the role since 2012, will take on the role of Executive Chairman, with Duato being appointed…
THE WHAT? Specialty chemicals company Clariant has increased its current 30 percent stake in Brazilian personal care company Beraca, purchasing the final 70 percent to take over full ownership. THE DETAILS The agreement sees Clariant purchase the remaining amount from the founding Sabará family, with the purchase price not disclosed. The deal will be subject to regulatory…
THE WHAT? Elizabeth Arden has partnered with the Emoji brand on a new collaboration, with the co-branded gift box and new packaging created to promote the ACE eye cream, Pink Capsules and Ceramide Micro Essence in China. THE DETAILS Teaming up with The Emoji Company and Medialink Animation International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Medialink Group, the products…
THE WHAT? Procter & Gamble-owned Herbal Essences has teamed up with TerraCycle in a new partnership named ‘Renew the Forest,’ which will see the planting of more than 60,000 trees and the instalment of 20 benches made out of recycled hair care packages. THE DETAILS The benches will be placed in three natural preserves maintained by The…
THE WHAT? Wella has announced the appointment of three C-suite executives to its leadership team. Virginie Costa joins as Global Chief Financial Officer, Gretchen Koback Pursel has been named Global Chief People Officer and Hugh Dineen will take up the role of President of Global Brands and Global Chief Marketing Officer, all effective immediately. THE…
