ORGANO, the Vancouver, Canada-based direct seller of coffees, teas, nutraceuticals and personal care items, recently announced that its popular Body Management product line, complete with its premier product, OGXFENIX, will be available throughout Europe commencing Aug. 6.

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The World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA) recently announced that global direct sales in 2016 increased 1.9 percent, from US $179.2 billion in 2015 to $182.6 billion in 2016, a new global record.

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While the European cosmetics and personal care industry grew to 77 billion euros in 2016, the growth was much slower than in recent years, according to figures released by Cosmetics Europe.

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Ahlen, Westphalia, Germany-based LR Health & Beauty recently launched its new LR ALOE VIA brand, featuring 40 care products for the entire family.

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Ancaster, Ontario, Canada-based Steeped Tea Inc., the direct seller of loose-leaf tea, food items and accessories, recently announced the appointment of Melanie Hayden Sparks as President.

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The exclusive talks between Sao Paolo, Brazil-based direct seller Natura Cosmeticos SA and L’Oréal SA for the sale of The Body Shop concluded last week with a signed contract between the two parties.

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Schaffhausen, Switzerland-based Oriflame recently selected Sweden-based research company Nepa to help the cosmetics giant continuously track and explain trends, as well as the wills and actions of its customers and competitors, in 10 countries.

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Lehi, Utah-based Young Living Essential Oils recently celebrated its official expansion into Indonesia with nearly 1,500 attendees at its grand opening in Jakarta.

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London-based Avon Products Inc. announced the appointment of Jonathan Myers as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective Sept. 1. Myers will assume leadership of Avon’s Brand Marketing and Product Research & Development, Digital Information Technology and Global Supply Chain. He will be based at Avon’s headquarters in London and report directly to Avon’s Chief Executive Officer, Sheri McCoy.

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Strong sales in wellness and cosmetics/personal care products helped the European direct selling sector continue to grow in 2016, according to the World Federation of Direct Selling Associations and the European Direct Selling Association (Seldia). European sales reached €32.9 billion (euros), up 3 percent from €32.3 billion in 2015.

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