Mentholatum adds Softlips Intense Moisture
The Mentholatum Co. has extended its Softlips lip balm line with Softlips Intense Moisture.
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Revlon to acquire The Colomer Group
Revlon Inc. plans to buy The Colomer Group (TCG), a beauty care company focused on the professional salon channel, in a $660 million cash deal. Revlon said Monday that it expects to close the transaction in the fourth quarter, pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.
Duracell calls Quantum its most powerful alkaline battery
Duracell has launched Quantum, which it bills as its most advanced alkaline battery and the brand’s " biggest innovation since CopperTop." The new Quantum battery sports the PowerCheck power indicator.
Majestic Drug launches Senzzzzz Away Tooth Desensitizer
Majestic Drug Co. has introduced Senzzzzz Away Tooth Desensitizer, a convenient dental gel that provides relief from tooth sensitivity. The company said Friday that Senzzzzz Away Tooth Desensitizer alleviates sensitivity of teeth to cold, sweet and hot foods and liquids with a single application.
Kimberly-Clark unveils U by Kotex Extra
Kimberly-Clark Corp. has extended its U by Kotex feminine care line with the rollout of U by Kotex Extra, a new, super-premium maxi pad. The company said Thursday that U by Kotex Extra pads are designed to keep girls feeling clean and fresh while providing maximum, heavy-duty protection.
Energizer to acquire J&J feminine care brands
Energizer Holdings Inc. plans to buy Johnson & Johnson’s feminine care brands in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean for $185 million. Energizer said Wednesday that under the deal it will acquire the Stayfree, Carefree and o.b.
Carmex to debut Moisture Plus limited-edition lip balms
Carmex has launched limited-edition designs of Carmex Moisture Plus lip balm. Carma Laboratories Inc. said Tuesday that Carmex Moisture Plus limited edition is a slim-stick lip balm line that presents a "fashion-forward exterior" while providing the moisturizing formula that the brand is known for.
Pro-Lab adds Allergen Test Kit
Pro-Lab is expanding its line of home health tests with the introduction of the new Allergen Test Kit. The company said Monday that the Pro-Lab Allergen Test Kit offers a simple, affordable way to detect allergen particles.
Pfizer separates operations
In a move that industry insiders see as a possible prelude to spinning off its generics drug business, Pfizer Inc. said it plans to separate its commercial operations into two units mainly for patent-protected branded treatments and a third for generics.
Perrigo agrees to acquire Elan
Perrigo Co. is acquiring Elan Corp., an Irish pharmaceutical firm, for $8.6 billion in a transaction that should give the manufacturer of over-the-counter drugs a low tax base for international expansion.
DeGolyer to become COO at Endo
Endo Health Solutions Inc. has appointed Don DeGolyer as chief operating officer of pharmaceuticals, which includes the company’s Endo Pharmaceuticals and Qualitest business units. Endo said Monday that DeGolyer is slated to start as COO on Aug. 1.
Lannett to distribute Aceon authorized generic
Lannett Co. has signed an agreement with Symplmed Inc. to be the exclusive U.S. distributor of an authorized generic version of Aceon, a hypertension medication. Lannett said Friday that the authorized generic of Aceon (perindopril erbumine tablets) will come in dosages of 2 mg, 4 mg and 8 mg.
Dr. Smith’s lands distribution at major retail chains
Mission Pharmacal Co. has ramped up retail distribution for Dr. Smith’s Diaper Rash Ointment, which it acquired in 2009. The company said Tuesday that Dr. Smith’s Diaper Rash Ointment is now available in all Walgreens drug stores and on Walgreens.com, as well as in Kroger Co. supermarkets.
IRI announces new chairman
Richard Lenny has been named chairman of the board at Information Resources Inc. (IRI). The consumer packaged goods (CPG), health and retail market research firm said Tuesday that Lenny succeeds Lawrence Benjamin, who will remain a member of the board and a senior adviser.
Mark Hill Salon Professional hair care to premiere at Walgreens, Duane Reade
Mark Hill Salon Professional products, created by internationally acclaimed hairstylist Mark Hill, is launching nationwide at Walgreens and Duane Reade drug stores this month. The companies said Monday that the U.S.
Hyland’s promotes Hamilton to executive VP
Les Hamilton has been appointed executive vice president of Hyland’s Inc. and vice president of sales for parent company Standard Homeopathic Co.