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Maria Dempsey joins NEST Fragrances as CEO

The luxury fragrance company Laura Slatkin founded 10 years ago is poised for international growth, new digital initiatives, and expansion into even more product categories. And Dempsey, who brings substantial industry experience to the role vacated by Nancy McKay late last year, is up to the challenge.

GC3 invites green beauty tech startups to apply for upcoming showcase

The Green Chemistry & Commerce Council is accepting applications for chemistry technology solutions and new ingredients that meet the needs of major companies—needs like UV filters with low aquatic toxicity and naturally derived hair conditioning...

Swiss development program invests in natural Colombian cosmetics

A program backed by the Swiss Embassy’s Screteriat for Economic Affairs (SECOO) called has invested $2.8m in a number of economy boosting projects in Colombia.

ADM acquires Florida Chemical, expanding fragrance capabilities

Last week, Flotek Industries announced that it is selling the Florida Chemical Company to the Archer Daniels Midland Company for $175 million. For ADM, it’s an opportunity to bolster its flavors and fragrances business.

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Hurdle Technology: An alternative preservation technique for paraben-free cosmetics

Preservatives pose a challenge for manufacturers of cosmetics. These companies must ensure their products are safe and free from harmful microorganisms, but must also contend with a consumer backlash against the preservatives traditionally used to provide...