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Cheryl Vitali has been named worldwide general manager of the Kiehl’s brand at L’Oréal.
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De la Renta, L’Oréal Scent Dispute Settled
Oscar de la Renta received an early Christmas present from L’Oréal: his fragrance license back.
U.S. Retailers See Positive Signs for Beauty
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