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    Swine Flu Shot Safety Concerns  Nov 7, 2009
    Polysorbate 80 is commonly used as an emulsifier in ice cream, cosmetics and vaccines. Unfortunately, according to the Material Safety Data Sheet provided by ScienceLab. (Suite101.com)

    Arcadia jewelry sale won't break the bank  Nov 7, 2009
    Lori Taylor, Smashbox Cosmetics' lead makeup artist, will be available to meet with customers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at Sephora in Pearlridge Center. In addition, from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Taylor and Smashbox makeup artist Hank Hoffman will be at Nordstrom Ala Moana Center for a special "Meet the Pros" reception. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Borders Express in Clovis mall will close  Nov 7, 2009
    Area malls are attracting a variety of businesses -- from a MAC cosmetics store to independently owned novelty shop Kwirkworld -- to fill spaces left empty in the worst business downturn in decades. It's a sign that retailers still believe customers have money to spend, particularly because there are few nearby cities with large retailers to compete, said Jeff Green, a retail consultant in Mill Valley. (Fresno Bee)

    RBA Says Australia's Economy to Grow Faster Than Forecast, Rate Will Rise  Nov 7, 2009
    Myer Holdings Ltd. and David Jones Ltd., the nations largest department-store chains, this week reported first- quarter sales rose as the improving economy enticed consumers to spend more on clothing and cosmetics. Core is forecast to slow to 2. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)

    Study: Nanoparticles can damage DNA  Nov 6, 2009
    They are also used in cosmetics and electronics. But their use has raised concerns about dangers. (MSNBC -- Environment)

    UPS driver detains car prowl suspect  Nov 5, 2009
    A man was detained and arrested in the Merle Norman Cosmetics parking lot on Peacock Hill Avenue after he allegedly used a rock to break the rear window of a Ford Explorer at a Sellers Street residence ... Lovstrom, who pulled into the Merle Norman Cosmetics parking lot, proceeded to park his truck in a fashion that blocked the man s walking route. (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Myer, David Jones Revenue Rise as Economy Fuels Cosmetics, Clothes Demand  Nov 5, 2009
    Myer, David Jones Sales Rise on Cosmetics, Clothing (Update1) - Bloomberg ... Myer, David Jones Sales Rise on Cosmetics, Clothing (Update1) ... Nov. 5 (Bloomberg) -- and , Australias largest department-store chains, posted higher sales in the first quarter as an improving economy enticed consumers to spend more on clothing and cosmetics. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)

    Acne Triggers  Nov 4, 2009
    Such individuals are advised to use only water based, oil free cosmetics as make up. Acne Trigger: Aggressive Washing. (Suite101.com)

    * World News Quick Take  Nov 4, 2009
    The state will also invite cosmetics manufacturers to come up with special scents meant to help sustain the happiness in marriage. Muhammad Ramli did not immediately have data on divorces in Terengganu, but said it was becoming a problem that must be tackled. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)

    13 leases announced at Block 37  Nov 4, 2009
    (Crains) Developer has leases with 13 new retailers for , including cosmetics giant Sephora, even as Freed is embroiled in a fight with its lender to keep control of the new shopping center. The new leases total 20,700 square feet, which is more than 7% of the space in the 280,000-square-foot shopping center thats supposed to open this month on State Street between Randolph and Washington streets. (Crain's Chicago Business)

    Eye-gouging caught on tape  Nov 3, 2009
    GiGi works the cosmetics section at Macy s in the Boca Mall. She caters all day to geriatrics with attitudes who verbally abuse her and she then feels compelleed to come to a college football blog where she engages in fantasies about University of Florida football players who would dismiss her with a simple I don t think so As Hannibal said to Clarise Run anong Gigi. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Retailers snap up vacant Fresno-area spaces  Nov 3, 2009
    Area malls are attracting a variety of businesses -- from a MAC cosmetics store to independently owned novelty shop Kwirkworld -- to fill spaces left empty in the worst business downturn in decades ... MAC Cosmetics is scheduled to open a store in the outdoor portion of Fashion Fair, two doors down from cosmetics retailer Sephora, said mall senior manager Mo Bagunu ... MAC Cosmetics already has a kiosk in the mall and a counter inside the Fashion Fair Macy's. (Fresno Bee)

    This spring's beauty trends  Nov 1, 2009
    It s like we re already there, says Gordon Espinet, MAC Cosmetics vice president of artistry. Last season, the knee-jerk reaction to the down economy was to be very careful and commercial, Espinet says. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Halloween Makeup for Grown-Ups  Oct 31, 2009
    M.A.C. Cosmetics Expert Presents Looks Adults Can Wear With or Without a Costume ... From butterflies and zebras to zombies and sharks, senior make-up artist of MAC Cosmetics Chantel Miller shows Russ Mitchell some fun Halloween make-up ideas. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Get jump-start on the holidays at Temari fair  Oct 31, 2009
    Paula Begoun, the Cosmetics Cop, wrote that it's the silicone base and the vitamin C that make Boots No. 7 serum more effective than many other serums. She doesn't give it rave reviews, but she said it's a good value. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Bruce Mandelblit: Keep Goblins Safe on Halloween  Oct 31, 2009
    Apply a natural mask of cosmetics rather than have a child wear a loose-fitting mask that might restrict breathing or obscure vision. If a mask is used, however, make sure it fits securely and has eyeholes large enough to allow full vision. (Newsmax)

    Gifts you must avoid giving your girl!  Oct 30, 2009
    Same applies to cheap cosmetics. It will give a very wrong impression about you. (India Times, India)

    Campbell sued over fragrances  Oct 29, 2009
    In legal papers filed in New York, the company said Ms Campbell had "made millions of dollars from the sale of fragrances and cosmetics products conceptualised, created, developed and marketed" with its assistance. It said Ms Campbell sent regular payments to the company - as was required by a contract signed in 1998 - between 2001 and 2008. (BBC News -- Entertainment)

    Infotainment  Oct 29, 2009
    A fragrance marketing company is suing British supermodel Naomi Campbell for breach of contract, saying Campbell has made millions of dollars from the sale of fragrances and cosmetics products conceptualised, created, developed and marketed with the assistance of Moodform Mission, said the lawsuit. Even after death celebrities make millions and fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent, who surpassed singer Michael Jackson, was named the top earning dead celebrity. (Daily Times, Pakistan)

    Houses for sale set the stage  Oct 28, 2009
    The so-called opportunities scream out from all over: ads promising you'll rake in big bucks by stuffing envelopes or being a "mystery shopper," or by hosting parties to hock cosmetics, cookware, jewelry, even sex toys. Wife fills owner's shoes at Sanger pool hall. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)

    * Scary in a hurry  Oct 28, 2009
    As the name implies, the store specializes in Ben Nye cosmetics from the US, but it also sells a variety of other special effects makeup. Halloween kits (including vampire, cat and old age makeup) are NT$700 each. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    "Boys Over Flowers" star is the boy next door  Oct 27, 2009
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    How to pack smarter  Oct 27, 2009
    "It's the last-minute add-ons that make much of the difference when packing for carry-on. "For women," says Dyment, "a particular concern is the weight of products, especially cosmetics. It's important to be conscious about the amount of water you're carrying in your products not just to make it through security, but to save yourself the extra ounces. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Malaysian exhibitors close RM151.3m sales in China  Oct 26, 2009
    The sales involved products like automotive parts, bird s nests, electrical appliances, biotech products, food and beverages, cosmetics, fashion accessories, fertilisers, herbal and healthcare products, and water treatment products and services. However, Wong forsees the 6th CAEXPO will bring a lot of investment to Malaysia as there are many state-owned companies and agencies having shown interest to collaborate with Malaysian companies, especially in the manufacturing sector. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)

    Brad Molloy: High-heeled life not for me  Oct 25, 2009
    As you read, I decided upon being a bride this year, and I had some female friends helping me pick a wedding dress and cosmetics ... I took her suggestion, though, and started blending cosmetics all over my face. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    What Does Your Drink Say About You?  Oct 22, 2009
    Other people go above and beyond that, accessorizing with jewelry, taking time to actually style their hair, using cosmetics, polishing shoes, ironing their shirt or any other number of priming techniques. When people put so much time and effort into their appearance, it's interesting to think that they don't put much thought into the drink they choose -- the very drink that can intrigue or disgust a potential friend or even a possible date. (KERO 23, CA)

    A tale of how it turned out right  Oct 22, 2009
    For a great transition there will need to be the construction of a robust new system - which incentivises/motivates people within natural limits with access to diverse opportunities yet generating positive markets (as opposed to the current trends in weapons, superficial fashion and cosmetics, energy toys and power tools, and addictive consumer behaviours). To work, any new system will require universal patronage and uptake. (BBC News -- Science)

    HEALTH SEC SICK?  Oct 22, 2009
    Federal Eye - What happened to Kathleen Sebelius's eye. What happened to Kathleen Sebelius's eye. (The Drudge Report)

    First 'Elite Summit of Chinese Business Women' to Take Place in Shanghai 2009  Oct 20, 2009
    Many CEOs and senior managers from foreign and domestic famous enterprises have been invited to attend this event, including officers of State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council, the Bureau of the Shanghai World Expo Coordination and Shanghai Women's Federation; Tang Junthe, Chairman and CEO of Newhuadu Industrial Group; Qiao ZhiGang, Vice President of Shenergy Group, one of the World Expo 2010 Shanghai Senior Official Sponsors; Brenda Foster, President... (JCN Network, Japan)

    Waikiki retailers hurt by tourism slump  Oct 20, 2009
    Their spending on jewelry, watches, cosmetics and perfume plunged nearly 30 percent, according to state statistics. The result has been the closure of some major stores such as Niketown and Banana Republic in Waikk, which occupied more than 77,000 square feet. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    How to avoid work-at-home scams  Oct 20, 2009
    The so-called opportunities scream out from all over: ads promising you'll rake in big bucks by stuffing envelopes or being a "mystery shopper," or by hosting parties to hock cosmetics, cookware, jewelry, even sex toys. But how do you know what's legitimate and what's a scam. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)

    Around Frisco (696)  Oct 20, 2009
    The book features 400 recipes from association members and includes fun historic recipes such as "Vinegar Pie" and "Armadillo on the Half Shell." In addition to great recipes, the book contains 12 pages of historic information on Frisco restaurants, cooks, medicinal remedies, and kitchen cosmetics. Supplies are limited. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Think Safety For Your Child's Halloween Costume  Oct 18, 2009
    Consider using hypoallergenic cosmetics. Balloon and Parties costume store owner Jerry Bradley says it lessens the possibility of a break out. (13WMAZ.com, GA)

    This much is clear, tattoo removal firms see growth  Oct 18, 2009
    Folks who can't afford laser treatments are reaching for products on the cosmetics counter ... com, a New Jersey-based online cosmetics brand, has seen sales soar 300 percent since 2007 -- thanks in large part to its product designed to cover up tattoos ... Folks who can't afford laser treatments are reaching for products on the cosmetics counter. (New York Post -- Business)

    Brad Molloy: Going from Brad to fab  Oct 18, 2009
    After the fitting room fashion show, it was time to get the finishing touches as we ventured to Wal-Mart to purchase cosmetics that would turn me from Bradley to Barbie. Though I did appreciate the input from the ladies in my life, again, I probably should have gone this route alone because while I went in with the intention of getting just lipstick, my shopping cart was quickly becoming a cache of cosmetics. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    'A merry heart is good medicine'  Oct 17, 2009
    From 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Civic Center, vendors in 50 booths will offer information on a wide variety of service, organizations and topics including financial institutions, not-for profit agencies, nursing homes, cosmetics, jewelry, hospice, chiropractic care and personal health. Refreshments will be available and Twin Oaks will hold a wine tasting. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)

    Mondavi offers sneak preview of new face mask, mini facials  Oct 17, 2009
    In 2007, Lydia Mondavi took the grapes from the family's Napa Valley vineyards to create a grape-seed-based line of luxury cosmetics and skin care called 29 Cosmetics. The name derives from a picturesque road that runs through Napa Valley. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Wilhelmina Represents Acclaimed Artist Fergie in Partnership With Avon Products  Oct 17, 2009
    Fergie is represented by Wilhelmina Artist Management in the fashion and beauty categories, including fragrances and cosmetics. Wilhelmina Artist Management is a division of Wilhelmina International. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Kim Kardashian Hosted Launch Event for FusionBeauty(R)'s New INFATUATION(TM) Lip Gloss with Public Signing at Sephora, Hollywood, CA  Oct 17, 2009
    FusionBeauty fuses breakthrough advances in dermatology, cosmetics and biological anti-aging sciences. The company's diverse and powerfully branded product line also includes LashFusionXL, LiftFusion, GlowFusion and PureFusion and is available in over 40 countries worldwide. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Girls sell sex in Hong Kong to earn shopping money  Oct 17, 2009
    She says she became jealous when she saw the designer clothes, bags and cosmetics they bought with the money they earned through compensated dating. Sze wanted the same for herself, so her classmates introduced her to Internet chat forums where she met male customers. (CNN -- International)

    Jordan's Abdullah: We will promote nuclear power for peaceful purposes  Oct 17, 2009
    January 20, 2007 Shvat 1, 5767. Israel Time: 01:40 (EST+7). (Yahoo News -- Jordan)

    Superstars of Scent  Oct 14, 2009
    Sa Sa, the leading specialty cosmetics and beauty retailer, organised the Fragrance Fair s 2009 with the aim to create a platform for premium fragrance brand names to showcase their extensive offerings to the Malaysian public. The campaign was also aimed towards educating the public in appreciation of fragrances. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Women dealing with cancer get help with wigs, makeup  Oct 14, 2009
    The authors tapped as experts many in the fashion beauty industry they had encountered in their careers as a former journalist (Maida) and retail cosmetics executive (Kiederer), including Oscar Blandi, Oribe and Betsey Johnson. Among the best advice, says Maida, is encouraging women to get their natural hair cut short before starting treatment so the transition to baldness and a wig wont seem so dramatic. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)

    Police Blotter 10/14/09  Oct 14, 2009
    46 along with an unknown amount of cosmetics and clothing at 5:32 p.m. Monday. The skin foundation, skin concealer, bra, two thermal shirts and underwear were all recovered. (Odessa American, TX)

    Ky. lawmaker pushes industrial hemp farming  Oct 13, 2009
    Industrial hemp is used in alternative automobile fuels and in such products as paper, cloths, cosmetics, and carpet. Currently, all hemp included in products sold in the United States must be imported. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)

    * Li & Fung targets wholesalers with its US$1bn fund  Oct 13, 2009
    Li founded in China in 1906 near the end of the Qing Dynasty, is accelerating efforts to buy makers of clothing, cosmetics, home products, accessories and shoes while retailers are step up reordering to meet growing demand. The company is looking for wholesalers, not merchants, Rockowitz said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    From the HIP  Oct 12, 2009
    On Halloween from noon to 5 p.m., Too Faced cosmetics will offer consultations for your Halloween look exclusively at Sephora Pearlridge. Whether you're looking to match your costume or simply take your Halloween look over the top, Too Faced will bring the right kind of drama into your weekend. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Clean out your cosmetics drawer  Oct 12, 2009
    The contents of a cosmetics drawer are often a woman's dirtiest secret. If not properly cared for, the nature of cosmetics - tubes and jars of colored powders, pencils, loose brushes and tubes of liquids - can lead to an ugly mess ... Wash makeup brushes two to four times a month, says Annie Ford Danielson, San Francisco-based Benefit Cosmetics trend artist. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    China giant yuans to shop  Oct 12, 2009
    Li & Fung is reviewing deals in clothing, cosmetics, home products, accessories and shoes, but wouldn't cite specifics ... Li & Fung is reviewing deals in clothing, cosmetics, home products, accessories and shoes, but wouldn't cite specifics. (New York Post -- News)

    Going pink is big business  Oct 11, 2009
    The pink umbrellas, T-shirts, key chains, hats, scarves, cosmetics, lemonade, Mnce-a-thons, marathon walks and cars being marketed throughout this month raise millions of dollars for breast cancer research. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but it has also become a financial bonanza for American businesses. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)

    Barneys to prod high-end market  Oct 11, 2009
    The stores also carry cosmetics, housewares and jewelry. Barneys is known for spotting new trends, and it has consistently supported emerging designers such as Derek Lam, Trovata and Thom Browne, among many others. (AZCentral -- Business)

    Beware the bugs  Oct 11, 2009
    Dont put on perfumes, lotions, hair products or other perfumed cosmetics as they may attract insects. Dont wear bright clothes or flowery prints or black. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Chris Rock's Daughter Inspired New Documentary 'Good Hair'  Oct 10, 2009
    Rock's film takes him on a journey to the Dudley's Hair Care & Cosmetics plant in Greensboro, North Carolina; the streets of Los Angeles to sell hair; and even India to discover where the hair for weaves comes from. "I was in India; I flew 20 hours to get this," Rock said. (VHI.com -- Music News)

    Torrid's Model Search Winners, Celebrities Celebrate Fashion and Help Support the National Breast Cancer Foundation at the House of Dreams Event  Oct 10, 2009
    Additional event sponsors included FIDM, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Paul Mitchell, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Source of Wisdom, TRIPP, Fleurish, Mighty Fine, Dollhouse, FashionClub. com and Shockhound. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Mamounia hotel reopens in Marrakech  Oct 9, 2009
    Deeper underground, the marbled hammam, or Turkish bath, comes with a high-tech power gym, set amid red leather sofas and black ceramic walls that lead to whirlpool baths, saunas, a beauty parlor run by the Shiseido cosmetics brand and a high-end Paris coiffeur. I don t think many European spas could rival, and in the U.S. there are probably less than a dozen of this quality, said Marianne Nielsen, the Danish spa manager. (Carroll County Times, MD)

    New on DVD: A remastered 'Snow White,' 'Anvil!'  Oct 9, 2009
    The National Parks: America's Best Idea (2009, PBS/Paramount, unrated, $100; Blu-ray, $130): ' 12-hour latest project immediately follows its airing, juxtaposing the expected scenic cosmetics against the politics of conservation. Also: : The Complete Series (1997-2002, Fox, unrated, $200). (USA Today -- Life)

    Seven famous founders share money mistakes, smart moves  Oct 8, 2009
    Early in her career, cosmetics entrepreneur Laura Geller signed blank checks and handed them to her bookkeeper ... "It was such a horrible time in my life," says Geller, whose namesake cosmetics brand is a hot seller on. (The Clarion-Ledger)

    Shop right: Deals and steals this weekend  Oct 8, 2009
    Among the gifts: five $1,000 cosmetics giveaways and a pair of diamond stud earrings. One comment. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Swami Raote, MD J&J on the firm's foray into beauty care segment  Oct 7, 2009
    It competes in multiple categories including sun protection, facial cleansing, body care, hair care, fairness, acne, anti-ageing , mens and colour cosmetics ... Even with double-digit growth rates, the market penetration of cosmetics and toiletries products in India is very low ... Current per capita expenditure on cosmetics is about $1, compared to $36. (India Times)

    Optimizing the value of shea in poverty alleviation  Oct 7, 2009
    In the instance of personal care, shea butter is used differently as a moisturizer, as soap with high "saponifiable" content, and in skin and hair care cosmetics as lotion and cream ... Using the AGOA platform, the Hub has helped to produce both bulk shea butter and finished shea cosmetics in line with international quality standards. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Have a safe Halloween experience  Oct 6, 2009
    Use cosmetics or face paint in place of masks. If using a mask, make sure it fits properly and there are holes large enough for the mouth and eyes. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)

    Frisco rocks with activitiy (1020)  Oct 6, 2009
    Twelve pages are devoted to Frisco's historic restaurants and well-known cooks, cooking tips from long ago, kitchen cosmetics and medicinal remedies. At just $20, this is a great Christmas gift for cooks and cookbook collectors. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Business Buzz, Oct. 1 edition  Oct 4, 2009
    Tickets include a 20 percent off coupon for one sale or regular priced item and an all day savings pass that offers 15 percent off cosmetics, fragrances, and other items. Purchase four tickets, the fifth one is free. (Burlington Union, MA)

    Palin looking for lipstick endorsement?  Oct 4, 2009
    Here's a fun item from the : Sarah Palin is apparently looking for a cosmetics endorsement deal, trying to "capitalize on her 'lipstick on a pit bull' catchphrase.". This would certainly help defray those legal expenses. (TheHill.com)

    Supreme Court to hear dogfighting appeal  Oct 4, 2009
    " But Mr. Pacelle argues that -- especially with regard to the crush videos -- they are made in an underground setting where it is difficult ever to find out who is abusing the animals. He also noted that with the passage of the law, the sale of crush videos online has significantly decreased. "The law works best not when you arrest people but when it causes them to correct their behavior," he said. Mr. Stevens notes in his brief to the Supreme Court that if Congress truly sought to stop the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Would You Buy This $320,000 Fabergé Brooch Online?  Oct 3, 2009
    Struggling financially, his family sold the Faberg; trademark to an American perfumer for a meager $25,000 in 1951 and the name began to crop up on low-end cosmetics and toiletries. By the time Unilever purchased the brand for $1. (Time.com)

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    Cruson said the vendors coming in also run the gamut, from food to crafts, jewelry, furniture, clothes, cosmetics, blown glass and more. So there s a nice variety, Cruson said of the vendors and activities. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)

    Oxygen Development seeks $3M HUD loan  Oct 1, 2009
    The county previously approved giving the cosmetics, skin and hair care manufacturing company access to a $22. 5 billion loan from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act s Recovery Zone Facility Bond. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)

    EPA wants more oversight on chemicals  Oct 1, 2009
    While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates chemicals in food, drugs and cosmetics, the EPA has jurisdiction over some 80,000 chemicals used in just about every other sector of the economy. Despite the huge and varied uses, however, current codes do not require manufacturers to collect or submit toxicity data to the EPA. In addition, legal roadblocks have meant the government has severely restricted or banned only five of those 80,000 chemicals, including dioxin, asbestos and... (San Francisco Chronicle)

    German retail sales drop in August  Oct 1, 2009
    The one sector in which sales rose was cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and medical products-with an increase of 2. 5 percent. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)

    Newman's worst sin: he's not funny  Oct 1, 2009
    Transvestite comedian Eddie Izzard talked to his US audience about cosmetics: ''Make-up's just crazy anyways. Native Americans used to wear it and it did all right for them until well, until you killed them all. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Living toxin-free  Sep 30, 2009
    The chemicals, widely used in cosmetics as a preservative, have been linked to hormone problems and increased risks of certain cancers and infertility. Chinen had never heard of them. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    EPA announces research strategy to study nanomaterials  Sep 30, 2009
    These materials are currently used in hundreds of consumer products, including sunscreen, cosmetics and sports equipment ... As part of the strategy, researchers are investigating widely used nanomaterials, such as carbon nanotubes, which are used in vehicles, sports equipment and electronics; and titanium dioxide, which is used in paints, cosmetics and sunscreens. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)

    Business mistakes can be a great teacher  Sep 30, 2009
    Early in her career, cosmetics entrepreneur Laura Geller signed blank checks and handed them to her bookkeeper ... "It was such as horrible time in my life," says Geller, whose namesake cosmetics brand is a hot seller on QVC. "Those lessons shake you up enough to realize that you can't trust everybody. ... You have to be mindful.". (The Clarion-Ledger)

    Jordan's Abdullah: We will promote nuclear power for peaceful purposes  Sep 26, 2009
    January 20, 2007 Shvat 1, 5767. Israel Time: 01:40 (EST+7). (Yahoo News -- Jordan)

    Revival seen in diamond industry  Sep 26, 2009
    Revival in diamond industry as orders pour in- Fashion / Cosmetics / Jewellery-Cons. Products-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times. (India Times)

    Local themes stand out at Barneys  Sep 26, 2009
    The first thing you'll notice when you step into the Barneys New York store at Scottsdale Fashion Square is jewelry - not the usual cases of cosmetics backed by perfectly coiffed saleswomen wielding their makeup brushes, but jewelry. The next thing you'll notice is the absence of the often-confounding escalators in the center of the store. (AZCentral -- Business)

    Alpha Hydroxy Acids Help Treat Skin...  Sep 26, 2009
    Though there are many natural sources of alpha hydroxy acids, majority of cosmetics available in the market contain synthetically produced AHAs ... As alpha hydroxy acids may increase the sensitivity of the skin to sun rays resulting in sun burns and phototoxic reactions, avoidance of sun exposure, use of protective clothing and sunscreens are essential while using the AHAs as anti skin aging cosmetics. (Suite101.com)

    European stocks mixed pending G20 summit  Sep 26, 2009
    Elsewhere on Friday, investors digested news that Anglo-Dutch food and cosmetics giant Unilever had made a binding offer of 1. 28 billion euros ($2. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Ross sold pharmacy for more than apparent value  Sep 25, 2009
    Rite Aid said economic conditions have hurt its sales of nonpharmacy items like food and cosmetics because customers looked harder for bargains and bought more items that were on sale. It said rivals spent more money on promotions - a move Rite Aid is countering with a new rewards program - and profit margins at pharmacies fell due to lower reimbursement rates. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)

    Gucci exits JV with Murjanis  Sep 25, 2009
    Products-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times. NEW DELHI: Luxury brand Gucci has parted ways with its Indian franchisee Vijay Murjani, which is also the distributor of premium brands Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and French Connection in India. (India Times)

    Jurors: FEMA Trailer Didn't Expose Family To Fumes  Sep 25, 2009
    Weinstock told jurors that formaldehyde is found in safe levels in many products, including cosmetics, foods and shampoo. He downplayed the link between formaldehyde and cancer, saying only one scientific group has classified the chemical as a carcinogen. (KIRO TV, WA)

    Resources: Where to turn for help  Sep 25, 2009
    -- Get rid of items that cannot be washed and/or disinfected such as mattresses, carpeting, cosmetics, stuffed animals, pillows and most paper products. Remove and discard drywall and insulation that has been contaminated with sewage or flood waters. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Personalized Gift Ideas for a Leo W...  Sep 24, 2009
    Other thoughtful personalized gift ideas for a Leo woman include high quality make-up, perfumes, and other cosmetics, or a gift certificate to the spa. She will glow with joy at the chance to be pampered. (Suite101.com)

    Streamlined beauty routine  Sep 22, 2009
    Invest one afternoon to assess the condition of your hair and skin, get a haircut, buy the cosmetics colors you want to wear that season ... Time spent on the skin is saved later on in makeup application, says James Boehmer, lead makeup artist for Nars Cosmetics ... Jean Ford, co-founder of Benefit Cosmetics, says applicators are unnecessary when time is of the essence. (AZCentral -- Style)

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