Americas

Ron Gee takes top spot at Shiseido Americas

Ron Gee takes top spot at Shiseido Americas

By Deanna Utroske

No longer the beauty maker’s Interim CEO and CFO in the region, as of July, Gee will lead Shiseido’s business in the US, Canada, and Latin America as President and CEO.

Cosmoprof’s ambitions in the Latin American market

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Cosmoprof’s ambitions in the Latin American market

By Simon Pitman

Cosmoprof already has a major global presence with its events in Europe, Asia and North America. Now it is looking to increase its footprint in Latin America through its partnership with the Belleza Y Salud event.

WorldStar Packaging Awards for health and beauty announced

WorldStar Packaging Awards for health and beauty announced

By Simon Pitman

The WorldStar Awards for health and beauty have been announced, ahead of specialized award winners which will be revealed in January, and it seems The Americas have been left behind by stiff competition in Europe and Asia.

Brazilian cosmetics labeler Prakolar acquired

Brazilian cosmetics labeler Prakolar acquired

By Deanna Utroske

This weekend, Japan’s SATO, a global auto-ID supplier with solutions for supply chain management, tracking, labels, RFID and more, announced its purchase of the São Paulo–based company. 

Fenchem expands into South America

Fenchem expands into South America

By Simon Pitman

China-based ingredients manufacturer Fenchem has announced its expansion into the South America market with the establishment of a new office in St. Pauls, Brazil.

Pressure increases for Avon in on-going bribery investigation

Pressure increases for Avon in on-going bribery investigation

By Michelle Yeomans

The global cosmetics firm is concerned that its business could be affected by the Securities and Exchange Commission's recent proposal of a much larger penalty to settle bribery allegations than it had initially expected.

Revlon restructure will see 250 jobs cut

Revlon restructure will see 250 jobs cut

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

In a bid to restructure its operations to improve operating efficiency, color cosmetics player Revlon will axe approximately 250 jobs throughout the company.