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An entity affiliated with existing lender Foris Ventures has committed to $190 million of debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing to support continued day-to-day operations as Amyris works with its key stakeholders to negotiate a consensual go-forward plan.

Amyris Files for Bankruptcy, Selling Brands

Amyris is planning to exit its consumer brands and will begin marketing them for sale.

CPL Aromas will retain all 19 existing employees from GFL, as well as the current premises that will be run under the CPL Aromas Spain division.

CPL Aromas Acquires Global Fragrances Labs

Solus will expand Croda’s Asian manufacturing capability and create a new biotechnology R&D hub in the region, working in synergy with Sederma’s R&D center in LePerray, France.

Croda Acquires Solus Biotech

Saifu had an annual revenue of 71 million EUR in 2022.

Brenntag Acquires Shanghai Saifu Chemical Development Co.

The acquisition of Saifu in China fits Brenntag’s acquisition strategy as a leading consolidator in the industry and the goal of positioning Brenntag Specialties as the global go-to service partner for innovative and sustainable solutions.

Marcelo Lu, senior vice president, BASF Care Chemicals, said, 'BASF is investing heavily in R&D to create new products that are effective for diverse skin and hair types. We are delighted to work with these brands because of their fresh ideas, but also because of the way they are turning their vision into reality, looking to create a positive impact in the personal care industry.'

BASF x StitchCrew Announce 6 Finalists for The Inclusive Beauty Accelerator

The program provides each entrepreneur with a six-week training curriculum, mentorship from BASF’s technical team and extended network, BASF lab access, a $10,000 non-dilutive stipend and exposure to CPG investors.

Scott Florentino, chief commercial officer, said, 'For over 50 years, Bio-Botanica has operated with three of its core beliefs being customer first, quality and integrity. These beliefs form the foundation of the trust we build daily with our customers. We're happy to have the way we've always worked validated with this Better Business Bureau accreditation.'

Bio-Botanica Earns BBB Accreditation

Bio-Botanica joins businesses across North America and BBB in an effort to advance marketplace trust through standards for ethics and integrity.

Unique Anti-aging Skin care Active ingredients from ICHIMARU

Unique Anti-aging Skin care Active ingredients from ICHIMARU

ICHIMARU PHARCOS has developed unique approaches such as plant-derived proteoglycan, large HA retention and oral biofilm. Here are three natural plant-based active ingredients with original research and profound efficacies for new anti-aging cosmetics.

With the expanded agreement, Univar Solutions has added Angus' portfolio of natural botanical extracts, adding rosemary leaf, sage leaf, vanilla bean, white tea leaf, yarrow and others to the company's existing portfolio.

Univar Solutions Announces Expanded Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Angus Chemical Company

With the expanded agreement, Univar Solutions has added Angus' portfolio of natural botanical extracts, adding rosemary leaf, sage leaf, vanilla bean, white tea leaf, yarrow and others to the company's existing portfolio.

The new factory will create around 100 jobs.

Unilever Invests €20M in Ukraine Factory

The hub will predominantly supply the local Ukrainian market but has future potential to export to European markets.

Opening ceremony of the J-beauty Innovation Hub in Tokyo.

Henkel Opens J-beauty Innovation Hub in Tokyo

Schwarzkopf and Shiseido Professional teams are co-locating within the hub.

The merger agreement provides that Univar Solutions shareholders will receive $36.15 in cash for each share of common stock they own.

Apollo Funds Acquiring Univar Solutions for $8.1B

Univar Solutions will continue to operate under the Univar Solutions name and brand and maintain a global presence.

Torrence Brownyard, president of the Brownyard Group, said, 'We are delighted to partner with Hudson in offering Foundation, our cosmetics manufacturer and distributor insurance program. With 175 years in the insurance business between our two firms, we look forward to combining our depth of experience to best serve our beauty industry insureds and their brokers.'

Brownyard Group Partners With Hudson Insurance Group for Domestic Cosmetic Industry

The partnership continues to provide specialized insurance for the needs of the domestic cosmetic industry, including cosmetic manufacturers, importers and distributors, through Brownyard Group's Foundation Program.

C16 Biosciences' lab-grown Palmless torula oil is launching with a concept product, Save the F#$%ing Rainforest Nourishing Oil, for the face, body and hair.

C16 Biosciences Launches Palmless Torula Palm Alternative with Save the F#$%ing Rainforest Nourishing Oil

Issues linked to the production of palm oil have been ongoing since C16 Biosciences started its work on a sustainable alternative in 2018. In 2023, the company will unveil its first bio-manufactured alternative: Palmless torula oil.

The new generation of Joli Rouge offers a formula with 80% ingredients of natural origin.

Clarins Opening Second Cosmetics Production Site in France, Launches New Joli Rouge Lipstick Formula

Clarins has launched a new formula for its Joli Rouge lipstick featuring 51 shades and three different finishes: satin, shine and matte.