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June 17, 2013

Walgreens donation helps provide 35,000 doses of flu vaccine to at-risk populations in Laos and Nicaragua

Walgreens today announced a donation to the Pan American Health Organization to help make 35,000 doses of flu vaccine available to at-risk populations in Laos and Nicaragua, building upon a successful public-private initiative to help create greater access to seasonal flu vaccine in developing countries.

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens today announced a donation to the Pan American Health Organization to help make 35,000 doses of flu vaccine available to at-risk populations in Laos and Nicaragua, building upon a successful public-private initiative to help create greater access to seasonal flu vaccine in developing countries.

June 10, 2013

Kiss My Face develops new sun care products

Kiss My Face is gearing up for summer with the recent launch of its newest sun care products that utilize natural mineral sun blocking agents, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide to provide full UVA and UVB protection while natural botanicals add to the skin saving benefits, the company stated.

NEW YORK — Kiss My Face is gearing up for summer with the recent launch of its newest sun care products that utilize natural mineral sun blocking agents, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide to provide full UVA and UVB protection while natural botanicals add to the skin saving benefits, the company stated.

The latest sun care products include:

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May 29, 2013

Kiss My Face introduces new sun care products for summer

Kiss My Face announced this week a new line of sun care products featuring sprays, lotions and products for kids.

NEW YORK — Kiss My Face announced this week a new line of sun care products featuring sprays, lotions and products for kids.

Kiss My Face sun care products utilize natural mineral sun blocking agents, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide to provide full UVA and UVB protection while natural botanicals add to the skin saving benefits.

The new line of products includes:

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May 9, 2013

Dry shampoo sales on rise as consumers opt for convenience

Dry shampoos may not necessarily be a new innovation, and usage is far from that of traditional shampoo, but don't underestimate this niche as dry shampoo introductions are on the rise around the globe, according to recent data.

According to new research from Mintel Beauty & Personal Care, dry shampoo introductions accounted for just 1% of global shampoo launch activity in 2008, but by 2012 it accounted for 3%. It also is on track to surpass 2012 levels in 2013.

April 25, 2013

PCAN urges expansion of pharmacists' vaccination ability

A coalition of consumers, businesses and pharmacists is promoting greater access to immunizations to mark World Immunization Week, which lasts from April 24 to 30.

WASHINGTON — A coalition of consumers, businesses and pharmacists is promoting greater access to immunizations to mark World Immunization Week, which started Wednesday and lasts until next Tuesday.

Pharmacy Choice and Access Now said it was encouraging states to expand the types of vaccines that pharmacists can administer.

April 24, 2013

Ferndale Healthcare: New Heliocare supplement offers sun protection

A dietary supplement that helps protect skin against sun-related effects and aging? Yes, according to Ferndale Healthcare.

FERNDALE, Mich. — A dietary supplement that helps protect skin against sun-related effects and aging? Yes, according to Ferndale Healthcare.

April 24, 2013

Kline: Personal care market ripe for acquisitions

The U.S. cosmetics and toiletries market posted 3.4% growth in 2012, with sales signifying success for both key and niche industry players, according to recently published the Cosmetics & Toiletries USA report by global consulting and research firm Kline & Co. However, it is at the macro level that the flourishing personal care market is offering the most promise.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — The U.S. cosmetics and toiletries market posted 3.4% growth in 2012, with sales signifying success for both key and niche industry players, according to the recently published Cosmetics & Toiletries USA report by global consulting and research firm Kline & Co. However, it is at the macro level that the flourishing personal care market is offering the most promise.

April 17, 2013

Jill Stack Naturals develops new Gold-n-SPF herbal vegan sunscreen

Jill Stack Naturals has announced the launch of Gold-N-SPF, an herbal vegan sunscreen made with sensitive skin in mind.

CHICAGO — Jill Stack Naturals has announced the launch of Gold-N-SPF, an herbal vegan sunscreen made with sensitive skin in mind.

April 17, 2013

Kleenex sponsors sweepstakes for healthy schools, kids

Starting today, April 17, Kleenex brand, the only facial tissue with Sneeze Shield in all of its tissues, according to the company, is giving three schools a chance to win 250,000 eBoxTops for the 2013-2014 school year through the Kleenex brand in the Classroom sweepstakes.

DALLAS — Starting today, April 17, Kleenex brand, the only facial tissue with Sneeze Shield in all of its tissues, according to the company, is giving three schools a chance to win 250,000 eBoxTops for the 2013-2014 school year through the Kleenex brand in the Classroom sweepstakes.

April 3, 2013

Goddess Garden Organics launches chemical-free continuous spray sunscreen

Goddess Garden Organics — the makers of organic sunscreens for adults, kids and babies — has debuted a Continuous Spray Natural Sunscreen, which, according to the company, is the only all-natural, chemical-free continuous spray sunscreen on the market today.

BOULDER, Colo. — Goddess Garden Organics — the makers of organic sunscreens for adults, kids and babies — has debuted a Continuous Spray Natural Sunscreen, which, according to the company, is the only all-natural, chemical-free continuous spray sunscreen on the market today.

March 11, 2013

Legislation would expand Texas pharmacists' vaccination ability

Legislation proposed in Texas' state legislature would expand the range of vaccines that pharmacists can administer to children.

AUSTIN, Texas — Legislation proposed in Texas' state legislature would expand the range of vaccines that pharmacists can administer to children.

March 11, 2013

Lysol introduces Touch of Foam hand soap

Lysol, a Reckitt Benckiser company, has announced a new line of foaming hand soaps, the company said.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Lysol, a Reckitt Benckiser company, has announced a new line of foaming hand soaps, the company said today.

Lysol's Touch of Foam hand soap is a foaming soap that helps protect hands against germs while moisturizer-enriched micro-bubbles leaves them feeling soft. Studies have shown that hand washing alone can prevent both gastrointestinal and respiratory infections by nearly 50%.

February 22, 2013

CDC: Effectiveness of flu vaccine in seniors only 9%

This year's triumvirate influenza vaccine was less effective in seniors as compared to the general population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's "Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report."

ATLANTA — This year's triumvirate influenza vaccine was less effective in seniors as compared to the general population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's "Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report" published Friday. Overall effectiveness of the vaccine was 56%, similar to an earlier interim estimate of 62%.

The adjusted, age-stratified vaccine effectiveness point estimates were 58% for children, 46% for adults younger than 50, 50% for men and women between the ages of 50 years and 64 years and 9% for seniors.

February 18, 2013

Celebrity hair stylist Lee Stafford adds new products to hair care collection

U.K.-based celebrity hairstylist, Lee Stafford, is adding in February five new products to his hair care collection, which first launched in the United States last May.

NEW YORK — U.K.-based celebrity hairstylist, Lee Stafford, is adding in February five new products to his hair care collection, which first launched in the United States last May.

The new products include the Lee Stafford Breaking Hair shampoo, conditioner and hair treatment, as well as the Lee Stafford ArganOil from Morocco Miracle Shine Spray and the Lee Stafford Sun Kissed Lightening Spray. The products will be available at Ulta locations nationwide and online at www.Ulta.com.

February 13, 2013

NACDS touts pharmacists' role in vaccinations for House subcommittee hearing

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores made its voice heard before the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations on the role of pharmacists in influenza vaccination, the retail pharmacy lobbying group said Wednesday.

ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores made its voice heard in the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations on the role of pharmacists in influenza vaccination, the retail pharmacy lobbying group said Wednesday.

February 13, 2013

Nicole by OPI, Kellogg's enter partnership

Nicole by OPI will produce three custom nail lacquer shades for Kellogg's Special K starting in April under a partnership with the cereal brand.

LOS ANGELES — Nicole by OPI will produce three custom nail lacquer shades for Kellogg's Special K starting in April under a partnership with the cereal brand.

Nicole by OPI said shoppers will have the opportunity to receive three full-size bottles of its nail lacquer by signing up for the Kellogg's Family Rewards program and entering codes from specially marked boxes of Special K products while supplies last.

February 12, 2013

Trojan 'Safe Ride' taxis hit the road to promote sexual health

To help mark Condom Awareness Week, Trojan Brand Condoms has deployed a fleet of Trojan Safe Ride taxis to drive home facts about condoms.

EWING, N.J. — To help mark Condom Awareness Week, Trojan Brand Condoms has deployed a fleet of Trojan Safe Ride taxis to drive home facts about condoms. New Yorkers are invited to get in one of the taxis to test their sexual health IQ by participating in a condom trivia game while en route to their destination.

February 7, 2013

California vaccine distributor reports inventory still on hand for last-minute inoculations

While this season's flu epidemic maintains its strength across the West Coast, one vaccine distributor announced they still have vaccine on hand.

TEMECULA, Calif. — While this season's flu epidemic maintains its strength across the West Coast, one vaccine distributor announced Wednesday they still have vaccine on hand.

"FFF is prepared to respond to the unpredictable nature of flu season. And our secure supply chain can always be counted on to deliver safe products — even in times of limited supply," stated Patrick Schmidt, CEO FFF Enterprises. "We purchase direct from manufacturers and sell only to licensed hospitals, pharmacies and clinics."

February 6, 2013

Valeant announces CeraVe sunscreen line at New York event

Canadian drug maker Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America announced plans to launch a new sun care line in the spring.

NEW YORK — Canadian drug maker Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America announced Wednesday plans to launch a new sun care line nationwide in the spring.

January 18, 2013

CDC: Influenza rates continue to drop nationwide, though flu incidence is picking up in the West

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a slight drop in influenza-like illnesses across the country, but even so the season is still going strong.

ATLANTA — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday reported a slight drop in influenza-like illnesses across the country, but even so the season is still going strong. The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness for the week ended Jan. 12 was 4.6%, above the national baseline of 2.2%

January 17, 2013

Dove Hair Care celebrates launch of new Color Care collection

Unilever’s Dove is celebrating its new Color Care collection, which promises to keep colored hair vibrant for up to eight weeks, by premiering a new video short that celebrates the many meanings of color at the Dove Color Care Salon this weekend.

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Unilever’s Dove is celebrating its new Color Care collection, which promises to keep colored hair vibrant for up to eight weeks, by premiering a new video short that celebrates the many meanings of color at the Dove Color Care Salon this weekend.

The salon, part of the Talent Resources Gifting Suite open January 18 to 20, brings color to the winter white landscape of Park City's premiere film festival and marks the launch of the new Dove Color Care collection.

January 15, 2013

L'Oreal Paris USA celebrates launch of Advanced Haircare collection with Facebook giveaway

L'Oreal Paris has officially unveiled a new franchise five years in the making — Advanced Haircare.

NEW YORK — L'Oreal Paris has officially unveiled a new franchise five years in the making — Advanced Haircare.

Designed to help American women change the life of their hair, this collection consists of shampoos, conditioners and hair treatments that promise to deliver instant results and lasting transformation. With seven treatments at the center of Advanced Haircare, L'Oreal Paris is encouraging women to adopt a three-step hair care routine — shampoo, condition and treat.

January 14, 2013

Enough flu vaccines to go around - just not everywhere at once

Amid an unusually strong flu season that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has called an epidemic, supplies of flu vaccines are running low, and some people hoping to get immunized are having trouble finding them.

January 7, 2013

Report: Flu vaccinations to see surge in coming decade

Lingering fears of pandemic flu in the United States and a spike in flu activity will help to keep vaccination levels high, according to a new report.

LONDON — Lingering fears of pandemic flu in the United States and a spike in flu activity will help to keep vaccination levels high, according to a new report.

GlobalData, a British market research firm, released a report Monday showing that seasonal influenza vaccine demand will increase from 2012's estimated 142 million to 158 million in 2022.

December 4, 2012

Alberto VO5 develops new Salon Series hair care line

High Ridge Brands’ Alberto VO5 hair care brand has announced the upcoming launch of its new Salon Series line of shampoos, conditioners, styling and treatment products.    

STAMFORD, Conn. – High Ridge Brands’ Alberto VO5 hair care brand has announced the upcoming launch of its new Salon Series line of shampoos, conditioners, styling and treatment products.    

Formulated from 100% natural oils derived from honey, papaya, kiwi, marigold, sweet almond and more, Salon Series products penetrate hair from roots-to-ends and work in tandem with VO5’s five-vitamin formula (i.e., vitamins E, H, C, B3 and B5). The suggested retail price is $2.49 each.  