Archives for August 5, 2008

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Givaudan reports ‘resilient’ six months

By Jess Halliday

Givaudan has reported a good first half to 2008 despite the economic environment, seeing above-market growth and hassle-free integration of its recent Quest acquisition.

Tom's of Maine expands in natural deodorants

By Simon Pitman

Having carved its name out as a leading name in the US market for natural oral care products, Tom's of Maine is now eyeing a greater footprint in the natural deodorants category.

Symrise expands its range of organic actives

By Katie Bird

Symrise has partnered with a Californian producer of botanical extracts as part of plans to become the number one global supplier of green cosmetic ingredients.

Credit crunch ensnares beauty firm Ascendia

By Guy Montague-Jones

US-based Ascendia has fallen victim of the credit crunch and retail slowdown forcing the beauty and health firm to file for bankruptcy protection.