Chanel Debuts Age Delay Eye Rejuvenation Gel
Chanel has introduced Precision Age Delay Eye Rejuvenation Gel based upon research that skin follows rhythms, which are repeated over a 24-hour period. These rhythms, are key in determining how skin looks. Age Delay Eye Rejuvenation Eye Gel gets rid of dark circles and puffiness that many women are subjected to upon waking in the morning.
Heinz KICK'RS Flavored Ketchup Line Debuts
H.J. Heinz Co. has launched Ketchup KICK'RS, a line of flavored ketchup designed to feed adults’ passion for bolder flavors. There are three varieties-Zesty Garlic, Hot & Spicy and Smokey Mesquite Ketchup.
“With the introduction of KICK'RS, there’s ketchup to excite everyone in the family ,” said Brain Hansberry, V.P. Marketing.
Amarula Cream Liqueur Is Introduced
Amarula Cream Liqueur, imported by Brown-Forman, brings a taste of sub-Saharan Africa to the U.S. Amarula Cream is a blend of the fruit of the marula tree and nature’s freshest cream. “Amarula can be enjoyed on its own, over crushed ice, on the rocks or with sparkling mineral water as a tall drink,” said Nancy Antle, Amarula Brand Manager. “It can also be used as an ingredient in cocktails, in coffee, over ice cream and in desserts.”
Timex Debuts Ironman Speed & Distance System
Timex is introducing the Ironman Speed & Distance System, which consists of: a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver produced by Garmin International and a watch/monitor that are connected wirelessly by a radio signal. The receiver captures position data from GPS satellites and transmits precise, speed, distance and pace readings to the watch. “This product brings the reliability of GPS technology to athletes in a user-friendly package,” said Gary Kelley, Garmin’s Director of Marketing.
P&G’s TermaCare Treats Muscle Pain
Procter & Gamble has launched ThermaCare Air Activated HeatWraps, which delivers long-lasting, low-level heat for effective pain relief for sore muscles. ThermaCare are ultra-thin, flexible wraps and patches that deliver consistent, therapeutic heat for eight hours to provide powerful pain relief, plus deep muscle relaxation. Each ThermaCare HeatWrap stays securely in place during activity.
Pittsburgh Paints Launches Pure Performance Paint
Pittsburgh Paints has launched a new line of premium interior paints, called Pure Performance paint. This new paint, is the first to offer the performance characteristics of traditional premium paints together with zero volatile organic compounds (VOC).
Boston Beer Introduces Adams Light
The Boston Beer Co. has introduced Sam Adams Light beer. “We’ve worked for years to develop a recipe that beer lovers want,” said Jim Koch, Sam Adams Founder. “Sam Adams Light is the only light beer, domestic or imported, brewed with only two-row malt and Noble hops.”
Sam Adams Light uses no adjuncts and is the only light beer that uses only the four classic ingredients of beer: water, yeast, hops and malt.
Brach’s Introduces Popz To The Candy Category
Brach's has introduced Popz, a chocolate-covered caramel popcorn, available in both milk chocolate and white fudge. Popz capitalizes on the emerging trend of combining traditional salty snacks with chocolate. Brach’s Popz will be the first nationally distributed chocolate-covered caramel popcorn.
Unilever Prestige Unveils Vera Wang Fragrance
Unilever Prestige, a division of Unilever Cosmetics International has launched Vera Wang, the first fragrance developed under a licensing agreement with Vera Wang Ltd. Said Vera Wang, the renowned designer of bridal and eveningwear, “As with everything I create, my fragrance is modern, sensual and feminine.”
New Brillo Gripper Energizes Brillo Brand
Church & Dwight has introduced the patented Brillo Gripper, free in every Brillo package. The Brillo Gripper solves the problem of how consumers can clean dirty pots and pans while protecting hands and nails from steel wool fibers. The Brillo Gripper is a small, red plastic device built to securely hold a Brillo soap pad without touching the pad’s rough steel wool fibers.
Matrix Debuts Two New Hair Styling Tools
Matrix Essentials has introduced two hair styling products, which can be used to create today’s daring looks. New Vavoom Morph Cream Wax lets hair “morph” into many looks so women can experiment with one trendy style after another. New Vavoom Beam Shine Gloss is a gel polish that creates a seamless shine or it glides on ends to add soft definition.
Z-Cardz Trading Cards Hit Specialty Retail Stores
California Creations has introduced Z-Cardz plastic trading cards featuring punch out pieces that, when put together, become small models. Cards currently feature airplanes, dinosaurs and motorcycles. Each micro-construction can be taken apart, and rebuilt again.
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