News Briefs

Canned wine company Archer Roose, which boasts actress Elizabeth Banks as its chief creative officer, has expanded its availability to Target.

“We as a brand are dedicated to producing affordable luxury wines with minimal intervention,” said Marian Leitner-Waldman, CEO of Archer Roose. “It goes without saying that Target is a perfect retail partner as our values and missions are very much aligned.”

The Boston-based company’s beverages can now be found at more than 300 Target stores across the nation, which speaks to its objective to democratize wine and make it more accessible to consumers.

“From the engaging content that Elizabeth stars in for our brand, to joining the team in meetings to discuss the tremendous value of Archer Roose for Target, Archer Roose can credit a huge portion of this win to Elizabeth’s very active role,” said Leitner-Waldman.

Currently, Archer Roose’s Bubble and Bubble Rose are now available at Target stores across the nation that sell alcoholic beverages.

Gold Bond is catering to the skin care needs of the face and body with two new launches — Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion and Body Bright Daily Body & Face Lotion.

The Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion is made with retinol to support the skin’s renewal process by exfoliating to help reveal smoother and younger-looking skin. Made with a non-irritating retinol formula that is gentle enough for the face and body, it also contains seven intensive moisturizers and three vitamins to help provide 24-hour hydration.

On the other hand, the Body Bright Daily Body & Face Lotion is formulated to help brighten and smoothen the look of the skin, as well as improve the appearance of dullness. Featuring antioxidants to help refine, brighten and smooth the skin, it contains a fast-absorbing formula that does not clog pores, the company said.

Made without parabens, phthalates or dyes, Gold Bond’s Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion and Body Bright Daily Body & Face Lotions are available for purchase at retailers nationwide including Amazon, CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens.

Vitabrid C12 is rolling out its new Wrinkle Serum Professional kit, which contains its Face Brightening and Wrinkle Serum products.

The kit looks to combine the anti-aging and antioxidant effects of both products to help release vitamin C into the skin for more than 12 hours to aid in improving the look of wrinkles, pores and dull skin, the company said.

Consumers can find Vitabrid C12’s Wrinkle Serum Professional kit available for purchase online.

Bayer Consumer Health is debuting its Children’s Afrin line.

Children’s Afrin provides targeted fast relief, for children who suffer from nasal congestion due to colds or allergies, the company said.

The children’s medicated product line consists of two nasal spray products for children ages 2 to 6 and 6 and up: Afrin Extra Moisturizing Stuffy Nose Pump Mist, for ages 2 to 6 years old, is specially formulated for young children and unblocks a stuffy nose fast; and Afrin No Drip Extra Moisturizing Stuffy Nose Pump Mist, for ages 6 years old and up, targets nasal congestion in seconds without dripping down the nose or throat.

“There’s nothing worse than when you’re almost out the door, and your child runs over with their stuffy and snotty nose complaining of being sick because you know your plans for the day have been thwarted. That’s why we’re excited to bring the power of Afrin’s fast congestion relief to the whole family, so all ages can breathe more freely,” said Catherine Vennat, vice president/general manager, Upper Respiratory, Bayer Consumer Health U.S.

“Children suffering from colds or allergies now have access to nasal congestion relief that works fast and allows children to feel like themselves again, and their busy parents to get their families back on track while juggling multiple responsibilities,” Vennat added.

Ben’s Original is helping consumers simplify their weekly meal preps with its new Risotto Ready Rice line.

Inspired by the classic and creamy rice dish, it is infused with modern flavors, and available in two varieties:

• Cheese Risotto: Made with white cheddar, parmesan and blue cheese; and
• Mushroom Risotto: Features parmesan and cheddar cheese and a mushroom mix. 

Both new launches can be heated in the microwave for 90 seconds, is made with 100% Italian-grown Arborio rice and do not contain artificial flavors or coloring, the company said.

Premier Protein is helping consumers stay on track with their health goals while also savoring the flavors of the holiday season with its new limited launch.

The winter mint chocolate high protein shakes, which include 30 g of protein, 160 calories and 1 g of sugar per serving, contain chocolate and mint flavors.

Also featuring 24 vitamins and minerals including antioxidants, vitamins C and E to support the immune system, the shakes come in 11.5-oz. individual bottles and 12-count multipacks, the company said.

Consumers can find Premier Protein’s limited winter mint chocolate high protein shakes at major retailers including Sam’s Club and Costco.