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The weak dollar has foreigners flocking to the U.S. for deals in cosmetic surgery.
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Lisa Ludwigsen knew that if she was going to have her own body care line, ingredients picked straight from…
JAG Launches First Ad Campaign, Organic Line
Jag Jeans is pairing its first national advertising campaign with the test launch of a new organic offering.
Umo Expands Gold Facial to Skin Care
With its signature gold facial in about 60 of the top spas in the U.S., Japanese beauty brand Umo is about to…
Nad’s New Enemy: Unwanted Blemishes
Australian hair removal specialist Nad?s is making its first foray into the nondepilatory business by…
The Direct Approach
Shopping at home is becoming a luxe affair. According to the Direct Selling Association, the direct-sales…