Walgreens redefines its brand identity
As part of a brand repositioning, Walgreens is changing its tagline to “Trusted Since 1901” to emphasize its long heritage of serving customers.
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IsaDora cosmetics make U.S. debut on Walgreens.com
International cosmetics brand IsaDora has launched its line of beauty products in the United States on Walgreens.com. IsaDora, Sweden’s No. 1 beauty brand, has seen steady growth in the global cosmetic market.
CVS Health plans real-time benefits visibility
CVS Health has announced that its pharmacy benefits manager (PBM), CVS Caremark, will begin providing real-time visibility to member-specific medication costs and available lower-cost therapeutic alternatives at the point of prescribing and at the pharmacy.
Unilever agrees to purchase Sundial Brands
Unilever has announced an agreement to acquire Sundial Brands, a leading haircare and skincare company recognized for its innovative use of high-quality and culturally authentic ingredients. Sundial’s brands include SheaMoisture, Nubian Heritage, Madam C.J. Walker and nyakio.
Nestlé reorganizes infant nutrition business
The Nestlé board of directors has decided to change the organization of the infant nutrition business at Nestlé to enhance further the company’s ability to win in this high-growth category.
Merck gets FDA Approval for GONAL-f prefilled pen
Merck has received approval for a new version of GONAL-f (follitropin alfa injection) prefilled pen from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Known as GONAL-f RFF Redi-ject prefilled pen in the U.S.
Hy-Vee teams up with T-wolves, Lynx and Iowa Wolves
MINNEAPOLIS – Hy-Vee announced a new long-term partnership to become the official grocery, pharmacy and floral partner for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Lynx and Iowa Wolves.
SinfulColors debuts color cosmetics, signs Hudgens
SinfulColors has delved into the color cosmetics market with the introduction of a new makeup collection and the signing of actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens as global color collaborator.
Innovus releases FlutiCare OTC spray to pharmacies
Innovus Pharmaceuticals Inc. has begun rolling out FlutiCare OTC allergy nasal spray to U.S. pharmacies.
CVS Health to hire 5,000 apprentices by 2022
In its continued commitment to workforce development, CVS Health announced today it has set a goal of hiring 5,000 new apprentices by 2022. This newly established goal, which coincides with the U.S.
Eosera launches Earwax MD on Amazon Canada
FORT WORTH – Eosera Inc. has made its earwax dissolving product, Earwax MD, available in the Canadian market on Amazon.ca. Eosera said Tuesday that the Canadian market rollout marks the beginning of the company’s international expansion. On Amazon.
Lil’ Drug Store to roll out NoDoz to convenience stores
Next week, Lil’ Drug Store Products Inc. plans to begin distribution of its NoDoz alertness aid caplets to the convenience store channel. Lil’ Drug Store Products said Monday that NoDoz alertness aid caplets will be available for shipment to convenience stores starting on Nov. 20.
Hello Products unveils charcoal fluoride toothpaste
Hello Products has added Activated Charcoal Fluoride Free Whitening Toothpaste to its natural toothpaste lineup. Hello said its new black paste is formulated with activated charcoal made from sustainable bamboo, which has incredible whitening properties to remove surface stains.
Retail holiday sales forecast to grow 4.5%
FTI Consulting Inc.’s 2017 U.S. Holiday Retail Forecast projects 4.5% growth in discretionary holiday spending, an increase from 3.3% during the 2016 season.
CVS Health makes naloxone available in three more states
CVS Health has announced today that naloxone opioid overdose-reversal medication is now available without an individual prescription at all of the 300 CVS Pharmacy locations in Michigan, including those located inside Target stores.