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A slew of at-home spa devices offer drug store retailers the opportunity to build incremental sales — while giving shoppers the chance to pamper themselves privately. Although visits to medical spas are up, not all women can spare the time or money for frequent visits. That’s fueled growth of the do-it-yourself gadget business. Today, chains can sell LED lights to fight acne or wrinkles, or to spur follicle growth — and they can do so even at price tags approaching $100.

LAS VEGAS — ECRM recently announced the winners and runners-up of the Drug Store News/ECRM Buyers Choice Awards from ECRM’s Hair Care and Multicultural EPPS and the Skin, Bath, Cosmetics and Fragrance EPPS, both of which took place between June 4 and June 8 at the Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa here.

Today’s consumers want CPG companies to do things that impact the world, and to be part of brands that make the world better. Ignoring this new emphasis and continuing to focus on product itself will only lead to a loss of market share.

Retailers expect the second half of 2017 will bring bounce to overlooked categories within hair care, especially styling aids and treatments. While shampoos and conditioners have squeezed out low single-digit gains over the past few years, the styling segment has been flat or down.

EWING, N.J. — As it launches its latest product, Church & Dwight’s Nair is highlighting consumer research that gauged women’s biggest problem areas when it comes to hair removal.

NEW YORK — L’Oréal USA on Wednesday shared the progress it has made in its sustainability efforts, Sharing Beauty for All.

The achievements include 100% renewable electricity for its U.S. manufacturing, an 84% reduction in carbon emissions and a slashing its water usage 52%. Additionally, the company’s waste per finished product has been reduced by 43%, as it simultaneously makes improvements in package design.