General Merchandise

Huggies, Walgreens raise awareness of U.S. families struggling with diaper need
For every pack of Huggies Diapers purchased at Walgreens through September, Huggies will donate a day’s worth of diapers to the National Diaper Bank Network.
Hallmark, Venmo join forces on secure money card gifting experience
The Hallmark + Venmo cards aim to make it possible for customers to give a physical card with money through Venmo by removing the worry of lost cash or checks, the companies said.

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New Products
Murphy’s Naturals unveils Refillable Mosquito Repellent Candle
The Refillable Mosquito Repellent Candle features a nature-stoneware vessel in Cloud White, Stone Gray or Forest Green.
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Yankee Candle, Friday Collective celebrate Pride with 2 candle fragrances
Yankee Candle and Friday Collective partnered on the creation of the Love for All and Free to Be candles.
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Murphy’s Naturals releases insect repellent kits exclusively at Costco
Each kit contains three Murphy’s Naturals Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Insect Repellent sprays.
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Persil ProClean laundry detergent teams up with viral chef sensations Alix Traeger, Will Coleman
Persil ProClean laundry detergent is teaming up with viral sensations Alix Traeger and Will Coleman to share tips on how to cook and clean stains with confidence.
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Grove Collaborative, Drew Barrymore launch limited edition collection
The Fresh Horizons limited edition collection consists of sustainable, bright and colorful home care essentials, the company said.
New Products
S.C. Johnson unveils FamilyGuard brand disinfectant cleaners
FamilyGuard comes in two formulations and two scents.
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Maesa’s Kōze Place debuts at Dollar General
Developed in partnership with world-renowned perfumers, Kōze Place is available in nine uniquely curated scents.
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American Greetings debuts child-friendly Creatacard app
The new Creatacard app for iPad features a vast array of designs that include the most-loved features of paper cards that can be personalized.
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American Greetings, ‘Sesame Street’s Cookie Monster deliver personalized greetings
The company has released a new virtual card featuring the character Cookie Monster from “Sesame Street.”
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Air Wick’s Vibrant line channels nature-inspired scents
The brand’s new Vibrant collection is infused with natural essential oils that look to help consumers set the mood of their home.
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Designer Greetings talks about evolution and revolution in the card market
Drug Store News recently spoke with Dawn Garvey, chief financial officer, about the company’s anniversary, its future and where the greeting cards category is headed.
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Alicia Keys, American Greetings customize digital greetings with Creatacard
The Alicia Keys Creatacard collection is an easy-to-create custom virtual greeting card that replicates features from paper cards.

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