Kate Hudson is the new face of Almay. She follows in last week's announcements of Taylor Swift signing with Covergirl, Penelope Cruz making a deal with Lancome and Diane Kruger inking a contract with Calvin Klein. Confirmation: celebrity sells. [PEOPLESTYLEWATCH]
The Personal Care Products Council responded to a Canadian report that there are secret, unhealthy chemicals in fragrances. [COSMETICSDESIGN]
Recent hospitalization of rocker Bret Michaels for a brain Hemorrhage may force P&G to revisit its Pantene Reality Star Contest [ADAGE]
Use of certain cosmetics like mascara and eyeliner is rising dramatically amongst girls 8 - 12, while all other age groups are reportedly using less. [NYT]
