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  • Henkel donates products to NBC’s Today Show toy drive

    Stamford, Conn.-based Henkel embraced the season of giving by announcing their participation in NBC’s Today Show Toy Drive for the sixth consecutive year. The company which includes Dial, Persil, Purex and Snuggle within its portfolio, donated a total of more than $1 million in laundry and beauty care products to a variety of charities across the United States.

    Within its six years of participation, Henkel also has donated a cumulative of $3 million in products, the company said. 

  • Steripod adds tongue cleaners, new pod colors

    Los Angeles-based Steripod is introducing tongue cleaners for the holiday season, along with expanding the number of colors available for their toothbrush protectors and gift sets for each of their products.

    New Steripod Tongue Cleaners emphasize the importance of maintaining all around good health, the company and Dr. Jamielynn Hanam-Jahr, DDS, of Beverly Hills Aesthetic Dentistry said.

  • Focus On: Wahl

    At Wahl Home Products it is all about connecting the dots.

    The Sterling, Ill.-based company has developed a strong niche in the grooming industry by making sure it covers all of the bases. That starts by offering quality merchandise, followed by a strong marketing message that resonates with both consumers and its retail partners. And, of course, it is backed up by a seasoned staff of professionals, all seeking to make sure that Wahl remains at the cutting edge in its categories. 

  • Unilever announces plans to acquire Schmidt’s Naturals

    Unilever has announced an agreement to acquire Schmidt’s Naturals. The Portland, Ore.-based personal care line, founded in 2010 by Jamie Schmidt, began as a deodorant line, which has expanded its offerings to include bar soap and toothpaste.

  • Quallis Brands enters men’s personal care with wipes

    Quallis Brands, the parent company of men’s grooming brand Scotch Porter is diving into a new territory with their latest product launch. The company has announced their entry into the men’s personal care category with the launch of Fresh Meat Masculine Wipes.

    Designed to freshen one of the most sensitive areas, the wipes are gentle on skin, infused with aloe, vitamins B, E and free of parabens, phthalates, chlorine, formaldehyde, and alcohol, the company said.

  • Earth Mama brings specially formulated deodorants to consumers

    Earth Mama has announced the launch of a new product. The Portland-Ore.-based company has debuted its new Earth Mama Deodorants, which are formulated especially for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have sensitive skin.

    Certified by Oregon Tilth, the products come in a variety of four different scents: Ginger Fresh, Bright Citrus, Natural Non-Scents and Calming Lavender. The deodorants are available in a 3-oz. stick, travel-friendly mini and a four-pack mini gift set.

  • Unilever expands personal care portfolio with Sundial Brands acquisition

    Unilever has announced plans to acquire Amityville, New York-based personal care products company Sundial Brands.

    Sundial Brands' portfolio includes the brands SheaMoisture, Nubian Heritage, Madam C.J. Walker and nyakio. As part of the deal, the company will operate as a standalone unit, with founder Richelieu Dennis continuing to lead as CEO and executive chairman.  

  • Natureplex’s Victor Santos emphasizes OTC value

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    With offerings that include well-known brands, and formulas for private label and contract manufacturing service, Natureplex is aiming to deliver for consumers where it matters — quality, quantity and price. Drug Store News spoke to Victor Santos, president of the Olive Branch, Miss.-based company, about its American-made bona fides, how retailers can reach OTC shoppers and what the category’s future holds.  
     
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