September 10, 2014

Hedge funds see fund admin offering divergence

Hedge funds see fund admin offering divergence
A survey carried out by Hedge Funds Review's sister title Custody Risk of hedge fund administrators with a collective $ 2.2 trillion in assets under administration shows the sector to be in rude good health. In the crucial hedge funds business, almost …
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ImageWare Systems: Strong Sell, Smart Money Eager To Sell At .05
IWSY “smart money” tried to sell their stock at $ 1.05 recently, but couldn't find buyers. IWSY now trades at ~2.5x this level and faces an enormous share supply overhang. IWSY's related party debt is "curious," while IWSY Auditor cited for “audit …
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September 9, 2014

Latest Natural Cosmetics News

Nordstrom (JWN) Opens a Full-Line Store in Greater Houston
The two-level 138,000 square feet store is designed to feature five shoe departments, a bistro-style restaurant called Bazille, an espresso bar, expansive cosmetics and accessories areas and a comprehensive offering of popular brand names for women …
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Fashion Week: We Found Your New Go-To Look Backstage At Katie Gallagher
makeup process 2 Finally, to keep with the natural, unkempt look, Irwin pulled at the natural fly-aways and finished the look off with a VERY generous spray of CATWALK by TIGI Session Series Work It Hairspray. Overall, the style is perfect for any hair …
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Lavender farmers rebel against EU chemical rules
PARIS — The sweet smell of lavender is tinged with bitterness this year in the south of France, as farmers who harvest the flower protest European regulations linking the plant to chemical toxins. Billboards proclaiming “Lavender is not a chemical …
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September 7, 2014

Lavender farmers rebel against EU chemical rules

Lavender farmers rebel against EU chemical rules
For many, Provence is synonymous with lavender, both fine lavender — used for perfumes, cosmetics and aromatherapy — and hybrid lavender, called lavandin. Lavandin is cheapest and used to scent soaps, detergents and air … Other products subject to …
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Two in three women 'wear too much make-up': Men say they prefer natural look
Putting on eyeliner, mascara, foundation and lipstick is part of the daily beauty routine for millions of women. But many are being heavy-handed with the contents of their cosmetics bag in the mistaken belief that it's what men want. A study has …
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September 5, 2014

Found Organics

Found Organics
"Found" sparkles with their collection of organic beverages . Their fruit nectars, as well as their zesty waters, are packaged in tall triangular bottles elevating the product inside. Each glass is labeled with the "Found" logo and garnished with an …
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Target, Wal-Mart team up on sustainability
“It's a pretty big deal,” said Janet Nudelman, director of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. “It's surprising to see two such staunch competitors come together to tackle this problem.” Her advocacy group has … Those grades helped guide which products …
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Tony Moly Skin Creams
Tony Moly has found a way to adorably package they're whitening, brightening, detoxifying, magical skin creams. Each cream targets specific unwanted qualities on the skin by using natural fruit extracts as a source to fight against them. With so many …
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September 4, 2014

Latest Natural Cosmetics News

Natural & Organic Products Asia 2014 Launches Today
These exhibitors will showcase natural products and services that span the entire healthy living industry: from the latest food and beverage products to nutritional supplements, cosmetics, toiletries, household cleaning products, home textiles …
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September 2, 2014

Consumer group: Counterfeit makeup tested, contains lead

Consumer group: Counterfeit makeup tested, contains lead
NSF International, based in Ann Arbor, Mich., tested two counterfeit products types — mascara and compact foundation — from two different sources. The tests uncovered a high level of lead in the counterfeit compact powder, according to The …
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0k NSF grant to research environmental impacts of fullerene-based …
… are the recipients of a new research grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study the lifecycle environmental impacts of fullerene-based materials—a form of engineered nanomaterials used in solar cells, drug delivery systems and …
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August 30, 2014

Cosmetic makers capitalize on 'natural' skincare boom

Cosmetic makers capitalize on 'natural' skincare boom
TOKYO — Domestic cosmetic makers in Japan are strengthening their lineups of products made from plants and other natural ingredients. The domestic market for these products is expanding due to the general belief they are safe and gentle on the skin.
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Natural cosmetics demand pushing pomegranate popularity in Asia
… by the international food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries for its high antioxidant levels and according to consultancy group Maximixe, expectations are backed up by the trend towards natural beauty from within supplements and cosmetic …
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August 29, 2014

Natrue adopts IFOAM definition for acceptance of organic raw materials

Natrue adopts IFOAM definition for acceptance of organic raw materials
Prior to this, for two of its certification categories: "Natural Cosmetics with an Organic Portion" and "Organic Cosmetics", Natrue requires a minimum percentage (70% and 95% respectively) of organic ingredients. The new version (2.9) of these …
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Coty's (COTY) CEO Michele Scannavini on Q4 2014 Results – Earnings Call …
We plan to progress toward our ambition through organic growth of our current portfolio and through a well targeted acquisition strategy; three, progressing our emerging market expansion strategy, which has been very successful in the last two fiscal …
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August 27, 2014

Cleaning up labels

Cleaning up labels
In fact, social media's expansive influence on the food industry has manufacturers revisiting many product formulations to better align with today's consumers' rants and raves. In the past year or so, food manufacturers learned that unrecognizable …
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Apocalypse of the "Happy Meal": The Cathedral of Cholesterol
Cement dust may become a particularly attractive feed supplement in the future, according to the USDA, because it produces a 30 percent faster weight gain than cattle on only regular feed. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials say that … But …
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New Zealand organic pioneers place farming unit up for sale
Kiwi Organics farm and manufacture primary products for customers throughout the Pacific Rim – including Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, Australia. The company's products are Bio Gro Certified, USDA/NOP Certified, and EU Certified and Gluten …
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Enterade USA Appoints Stephen J. Gatto Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Gatto, prior to joining Enterade USA as its Chief Executive Officer, was the founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Myriant Corporation, the first renewable chemicals company in North America to manufacture and commercialize bio-succinic …
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August 25, 2014

Paul Sorkin COO of Alliance Creative Group (ACGX) Talks to TheStockRadio …

Paul Sorkin COO of Alliance Creative Group (ACGX) Talks to TheStockRadio …
TheStockRadio.com is not a registered investment advisor and nothing contained in any materials should be construed as a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. … subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, product and …
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Direct care health industry jobs are in demand
Registered nurses, allied health professionals (physical, occupational, speech therapists), laboratory professionals and advanced nurse practitioners and physician assistants are all being filled in Springfield and nationwide. … “I think all programs …
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