New natural beauty trends at Natural & Organic Products Europe 2017
Being quick to adapt to emerging beauty trends and keeping up-to-date with new product developments is key for any successful natural and organic retailer....
Warnings issued over ‘dietary denial’
A new report commissioned by The Health and Food Supplements Information Service (HSIS) warns of the dangers facing millions of Brits who ‘shun’ nutrient-rich foods.
‘Much-needed’ post-Brexit beauty trade hub launches
A new hub has been set up by the British Beauty Council to help beauty brands ‘navigate their way through the jargon’ of post-Brexit trade.
Wessanen expands brand portfolio
Wessanen has announced its acquisition of the gluten-free brand Mrs Crimble’s for an undisclosed sum.
News in brief
Cannaray CBD supplement range – including CBD Day & Night Oil Drops and CBD Muscle Balm – is now available in Holland & Barrett.
Salmon oil found to reduce markers of oxidative stress
A study which researchers say may be the first to show that fish oil can reduce oxidative stress in healthy subjects, has found that...
Prepared meal brands consolidate to form The Wellness Food Group
Fresh Fitness Food and Detox Kitchen have consolidated under an umbrella company, The Wellness Food Group (TWFG).
Natural & Organic Products Europe in pictures
From busy aisles to packed seminar sessions; celebrity interviews to prestigious awards ceremonies, last week's Natural & Organic Products Europe event in London was buzzing!...
Waitrose announces new health initiatives
In a bid to help customers make healthier choices, supermarket giant Waitrose is launching a number of new health initiatives.
JooMo lays down ‘natural’ gauntlet to industry
The team behind new natural skincare brand JooMo is challenging the skin care industry to clean up its act. The company claims its new...
Price cuts all round as Amazon signals ‘affordability’ vision for Whole...
Shoppers will know straight away that things are going to be different at Whole Foods Market, when Amazon completes its $14 billion acquisition of the natural food retailer on Monday (18 August).
News in brief: snippets of news from NPN
Aiming to spice up the sauce and condiments market is Big Tom Spiced Tomato Ketchup boasting a significantly lower sugar content than other leading brands.
Living Nature shows its true colours
Living Nature, the certified natural skin care and cosmetics brand from New Zealand, has launched a new brand image across its face and body...
Lush opens largest Irish store
Natural cosmetics retailer Lush opened its largest shop in Ireland, in Dundrum town centre, spanning 2,311 sq ft and creating 25 new jobs.
HFI Training Awards winners announced
In the absence of the HFI annual awards cermeony – cancelled due to COVID-19 – John Frisby, chairman, speaks to NPN about the winners of the 2020 winners.
Weleda launches two new age-resilient facial skincare lines
Weleda, the a world-leading manufacturer of certified natural by NATRUE personal care will be unveiling two new facial skincare lines at this year's Natural...
New website unveiled for Health Stores UK
Having had a re-design to reflect the new look and direction of the organization, a new website has been unveiled for Health Stores UK.
Soil Association calls on indie retailers
In preparation for the compilation of its 2018 Organic Market Report, the Soil Association is asking for input from independent retailers.
Pana Chocolate – a little bit nutty
The latest creation to be produced by raw, organic, handmade chocolate company Pana Chocolate is its Hemp & Nib bar.
Combining 53% raw cacao with...
Wessanen’s new recruits aim to drive UK growth
Natural food company Wessanen has added to its senior management team with the appointment of a new marketing & category director and sales director to head up the company’s UK sales and marketing division.