New Products

EL PASO, Texas — Diamonds are a girl’s best friend — in hair care appliances? Revlon thinks so and has launched a set of styling tools for the retail market dubbed Nano Diamond.

Diamonds deliver the highest thermal conductivity of any known solid, and low friction for improved heat transfer and faster, smoother, snag-free styling, according to the company. Tourmaline and ceramic also can be found in this line for frizz-free locks, shiny strands and even heat transfer for healthier results.
 
The line includes:

BETHESDA, Md. — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug for constipation related to use of opioid painkillers made by Sucampo Pharmaceuticals and Takeda Pharmaceuticals, the drug makers said.

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

NEW YORK — Bio Follicle has announced the launch of its sulfate-free, cruelty-free and vegan aromatherapy Lemon Grass & Sage shampoo and conditioner.
  
The 100% plant-derived duo promises to provide hair and scalp with the benefits of natural botanicals, rejuvenating all hair types. Enhanced by essential oils, lemon grass and sage were chosen for their ability to bring the hair and scalp in balance by balancing oil production and normalizing both dry and oily hair, the company stated.
 

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — An armed robber allegedly stole sensitive electronic information on pharmacy customers from a Kmart store in Little Rock, Ark., last month, the mass merchandise retailer said.

DUBLIN — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new contraceptive drug made by Warner Chilcott, the drug maker said.

Warner Chilcott announced the approval of Minastrin 24 FE (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol capsules and ferrous fumarate capsules) for prevention of pregnancy.

The drug maker said an unnamed third-party company would manufacture the drug, but it did not expect to launch it this year.

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Luna, maker of the Whole Nutrition Bar for Women, today introduced Luna Carrot Cake, the newest offering in the line of snacks with select essential nutrients for women. Luna Carrot Cake is a cinnamon-spiced bar with carrots, walnuts, white soy chips and sweet raisins drizzled with vanilla icing.

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Clif Bar and Company announced today the launch of a new protein bar to expand the company's offering to 10, 20 and 30 g protein bars.