Acamar Films launches Bing dental and bath time products with Solent Brands

Acamar Films, producers of award-winning TV show Bing along with Brown Bag Films, has launched Bing’s first health and beauty products in the UK with new partner Solent Brands.

Hitting shelves now are a Bing toothbrush and toothpaste, launching in B&M, and tissue packs, available in Poundland.

“Bing is a great addition to the Health and Beauty category in our Solent Brand group,” says Anthony Balkin, Managing Director of Solent Brands. “A much-loved gender-neutral license, Bing supports real life learning and skill development and we are excited to encourage this with the launch of our Bing oral care products and tissues. We look forward to extending the range in 2022.”

Louise Simmonds, Head of UK Licensing at Acamar Films, says: “It is wonderful to begin this exciting new partnership with Solent Brands and to see Bing launch into a new category in the UK. We hope these fantastic new products will delight Bingsters as they build healthy bedtime routines and equally, support the grown-ups in their lives.”

 

Emoji renews slate of US licensing partners as Retail Monster continues to grow the brand

The Emoji Company has renewed a slate of US licensees across apparel, accessories, health and beauty, and fabrics in a sweep of deals brokered by the brand’s North American licensing agent, Retail Monster LLC.

Under the renewed partnerships, Emoji licensed product will continue to be developed and rolled-out by ASO, American Marketing Enterprises and Briefly Stated, David’s Textiles, Decopac, and Isaac Morris Limited, ensuring the brand’s continued presence in sleepwear, fabric, cake decorations, apparel, and more.

Michael Connolly, founder and CEO of Retail Monster, said: “The Emoji brand has proven universal, with Emoji licensed products having become staples at across retail and e-commerce 365 days a year. Even in a year full of uncertainty, Emoji- the Iconic Brand and our partners continue to deliver.”

Marco Huesges, founder and CEO of the Emoji Company, added: “We have the strongest and most collaborative partners in the business. Each of these partners has been committed to ongoing innovation and new product development, and has had best selling SKUs for years across retail. Coupled with our extensive portfolio of Emoji – the Iconic Brand licensees, we remain confident the best is yet to come.”

These renewal partners are part of a stable of licensees, which includes: Alcove (Vitamins); Aristocrat (Gaming); Bentex Group, inc. (Kids apparel); EVZ Inc. (E-commerce); Fast Forward (bags), Handcraft (underwear), and more. In addition to these US licensees, Peter Noonan of NPZ Consulting Inc. works in tandem with Retail Monster to oversee the brand’s Canadian licensees.

Partners in the Canadian market include Brand Partners Group, Centura, Isaac Morris, Regal Confections, and more.

Mad Beauty become year-round gifting partner for Boots with Never Too Old For range

The health and beauty outfit, Mad Beauty has become a year-round gifting partner for the high street retailer, Boots, thanks to the launch of its Never Too Old For range of fully licensed products.

Under the new deal, Mad Beauty’s range of bath and body creations – which feature classic Disney characters – will become a part of the UK retailer’s year-round beauty and gifting collection. The extended partnership was drawn up following the strong Christmas performance of Mad Beauty’s licensed and new ranges.

A spokesperson from the Boots buying team, said: “As a lifelong super-fan, it’s extra exciting to be working with Mad on this project. Our priority at Boots is to make sure we can offer the very best products to our customers in stores and on Boots.com.

“It’s great to be working with such a creative and forward-thinking brand such as Mad Beauty and to be able to bring ideas in my head to life! After a great performance at Christmas, it was the logical next step to include the collection in to our year-round gifting assortment.”

Mad Beauty’s managing director, Trevor Cash, added: “We have always said that a gift is not just for Christmas and here at Mad HQ we are really excited that our customers will be able to enjoy our fun beauty gifting items all year.”

Even in the toughest of years, Mad Beauty has continued to see ‘huge UK and international expansion’ and both Disney and Boots have been valued partners in helping drive this growth for the company.

Mad Beauty extends Warner Bros. partnership to welcome Looney Tunes to the portfolio

Mad Beauty is welcoming classic cartoon characters Bugs Bunny, Tweety, Sylvester, and Taz to its growing portfolio of licensed beauty products with the launch of its official Looney Tunes collection.

Developed in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, the new collection is an extension of the collaboration that saw the pair launch the Friends inspired line-up last year.

The Looney Tunes inspired collection is a new range spanning sheet face masks, hand cleansers, scrunchies and more, all timed with the with highly anticipated upcoming release of Space Jam: A New Legacy. The initial collection consists of 11 pieces of beauty, bath and body treats.

Trevor Cash, owner of Mad Beauty, said: “I absolutely loved Looney Tunes as a child so to be involved in bringing product to market with these characters now is a real treat. Our creative team has done an amazing job. These products tie in to our ‘Never Too Old for’ range perfectly, and we think our customers will love them too.”

The Mad Beauty x Looney Tunes Collection includes a Sheet Face Mask Collection, Clip & Clean Hand Cleansers, Scrunchies, a Beauty Blender, a Bugs Bunny Head Band, and Individual Sheet Masks.

Mad Beauty has previously reported huge growth in the last 18 months through international expansion. The company expects continued growth through 2021 as it plans to launch a number of collections this spring and beyond. This focused strategy confirms Mad Beauty’s confidence in their new collections and the beauty gifting industry overall. 

Nickelodeon and Spin Master team with ParkAcre for PAW Patrol and SpongeBob kids’ vitamins

The UK nutraceutical manufacturer, ParkAcre has launched its new PAW Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants vitamin ranges for kids across the country, made available exclusively at Holland & Barrett. The new range encompasses Multivitamin Fizzy Drinks and vitamin Chewables, developed to support the all-round health of young children.

Designed for pre-school kids, the PAW Patrol range features the rescue pups from the hit series produced by Spin Master Entertainment and broadcast on Nickelodeon. Meanwhile, for slightly older children, the SpongeBob SquarePants range has been inspired by SpongeBob’s nautical adventures under the sea in Nickeldeon’s hit animated television series.

 The launch marks the start of ParkAcre’s partnership with ViacomCBS to bring its beloved characters out of Adventure Bay and Bikini Bottom and into the homes of kids everywhere. As the UK’s leading health and wellbeing store Holland & Barrett will be stocking the range in-store and online, with full exclusivity until the end of 2020.

 “We are so excited to be launching both these ranges today with ViacomCBS,” said James Caseley, commercial director at ParkAcre.

“At ParkAcre we strive to create the highest quality vitamins, minerals and supplements, and we believe that PAW Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants are the perfect brands to bring these products to life. During these uncertain times we hope that combining our expertise with these beloved characters will keep both parents and their kids happy and healthy.”

 Mark Kingston, senior vice president, international, ViacomCBS Consumer Products, added: “These new vitamin ranges capture the fun and adventure of PAW Patrol and happiness and humour of SpongeBob SquarePants. We’re always looking for new ways to reach our fans and this product is one that will appeal to kids and parents alike.” 

 Sophie Rose, director of VHMS, Holland & Barrett, added: “As the UK’s leading health and wellbeing store we are delighted to be the exclusive UK launch partner for the new PAW Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants vitamin ranges. Recently we’ve seen a significant rise in the demand for kids’ vitamins, and this range is the perfect way to get children excited about vitamins.”

The PAW Patrol range includes a selection of tasty Apple and Blackcurrant flavoured products, including a Multivitamin Fizzy Drink and a range of vitamin Chewables: Multivitamins; Bones and Teeth; Immune Support; and Vitamin D.

Meanwhile, bringing a slice of SpongeBob’s pineapple-under-the-sea to the new range of vitamins, the range includes, a Tropical flavoured Multivitamin Fizzy Drink and a range of Orange and Pineapple flavoured vitamin Chewables: Multivitamins; Brain Formula; Immune Support; and Vitamin D.

 To give parents a helping hand both ranges are vegan and vegetarian approved, as well as gluten-free, GMO-free, lactose-free and contain no added sugar, artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. They are also certified Made in Britain and PETA UK certified as cruelty-free.

Katie Piper launches her own collection at Superdrug to inspire confidence and kindness this Christmas

The TV presenter and philanthropist, Katie Piper, has launched her own product range exclusively with Superdrug. Arriving in time for Christmas, the collection features a line of fragrances, candles, diffusers, and skin balm sets.

Piper’s debut collection includes; Confidence by Day, Confidence by Night, and Courage – Perfect Little Perfumes. Each product has been specifically designed by Piper, with special attention given to producing scents which inspire feelings of confidence and courage.

For every purchase made, five per cent of profit will be donated to The Katie Piper Foundation, supporting burns survivors in their rehabilitation and recovery.

The ‘Confidence’ range has been created with splashes of bergamot, sweet orange, mandarin and dark cassis, with a large dose of Jasmine for a bold and sophisticated sense. The fragrances, candles and diffusers make for perfect gifts all year round and this is just the start, with many more products launching 2021.

Piper said: “I am thrilled to be launching my debut Katie Piper product line in Superdrug stores and online. It’s been in the making for a long time now and I’m so pleased it’s here in time for Christmas. In stores you’ll find my new fragrance, candle, diffuser and skin balm sets which are the perfect stocking fillers.

“Two of my gift sets are called ‘Confidence by Day’ and ‘Confidence by Night’ so it’s all very ‘me’ given how much emphasis I put on emotions and acts of confidence. I think what we’ve all learnt this year is that it’s important to treat yourself and look after ‘YOU’, so I hope my products act as a much needed pamper after a tough year for all of us. 

“It’s also an extra special project for me because a five per cent donation goes to my charity, The Katie Piper Foundation. I have more merchandise launching in Superdrug for Spring 2021, in time for Easter and Mother’s Day, which is really exciting too.”

Simon Comins, Superdrug commercial director, added: “We are so excited to be launching our first collaboration with Katie Piper, a range of scented fragrance, candle and diffuser gifts, exclusively available at Superdrug. We know our customers love to shop for indulgent homeware at affordable prices, and these sets are the perfect item to pick up in time for the Christmas season.

“We’re also pleased to be supporting a cause close to Katie’s heart, with a five per cent from each product sale to be donated to the Katie Piper Foundation.”

H&A launches plastic-free gifts for kids as firm ramps up its sustainability drive

The toiletry and health and beauty specialist, H&A has taken its own stance against packaging waste with the launch of its new plastic-free stocking fillers, a range that is hitting shelves across the UK this autumn. The new range encompasses a raft of Disney licenses, including Disney Princess and Marvel’s Avengers.

Having taken the opportunity to inject new creativity into its reinvented approach to packaging, H&A now boasts ‘not a closed box in sight,’ as the company encourages tear & shares with hidden messages throughout.

Marketing manager, Holly Orton, said: “What makes us stand out this Christmas is our ability to strip out unnecessary plastics without compromising on creativity. Our products are open, secure, and exciting; we have phenomenally talented designers whose passion for delighting children while reducing our plastic footprint has made this possible.

“Our showstopping gifts have never looked so good.”

Meanwhile, the H&A team has also successfully made all of it s secondary product packaging 100 per cent recyclable, as it anticipates a continuation in consumer enthusiasm for reduced plastic and enhanced creativity.

“As market leaders we know from experience how important it is for shoppers to see product at the point of purchase and our innovative card platforms, waxed papers, and folding display trays make our products visible yet secure,” continued Orton.

“Our progress on plastics is a huge source of pride and positivity for us and we have new developments for 2021 already in the making,” she concluded.

Aardman teams with Yeo Valley Organic to bring Timmy Time to the Little Yeos kids’ range

The multi award-winning independent animation studio, Aardman, has teamed up with the British organic brand, Yeo Valley Organic to bring its recently re-launched pre-school favourite, Timmy Time to the company’s kids’ range Little Yeos.

The partnership marks the fourth time that Aardman has teamed with the Little Yeos brand. The new promotion will feature Timmy – the smallest lamb in the Shaun the Sheep flock and the star of his own spin off series, Timmy Time, which returned to CBeebies in the UK last year.

The partnership on Little Yeos Fruity Favourites four-pack will support children’s education in learning more about the environment, healthy lifestyle and taking care of the planet supporting Yeo Valley Organic’s latest campaign to encourage its consumers to Put Nature First.

The campaign, which is set to run for two-years, will allow Yeo Valley to feature Timmy Time on its channels sharing content about the environment and healthy lifestyles.

Tor Crockatt, Little Yeos brand manager, said: “We’re thrilled to be working with Aardman again and continuing our partnership on the Little Yeos range. Little Yeos is perfect for pre-school children and just like Timmy, our core consumers are also heading off to nursery school.

“Timmy’s cozy little Nursery in an old farm building nestled in the rolling hills, is like the real Yeo Valley family dairy farm in Somerset. As organic dairy farmers we’re keen to help show children the importance of the environment and ways they can help to Put Nature First.

“Just as Timmy and his animal friends learn together, we’ll be bringing a little bit of that to our Little Yeos consumers too.”

Laura Burr, senior brand manager from Aardman, added: “We are so pleased to be partnering with Yeo Valley Organic again. Timmy loves learning about the world and we are delighted that this collaboration goes beyond a straightforward on-pack promotion, providing Timmy and his friends with a platform to help Yeo Valley Organic inspire young children to Put Nature First.”

Little Yeos Fruity Favourites are billed as 100 per cent organic, made with real fruit purees and no artificial flavours and available in most supermarkets. The Timmy Time partnership is now appearing on packs in store.

H&A teams with Beano Studio to launch mischief-making bath accessories range

The health, beauty, and bath accessories specialist, H&A has partnered with Beano Studio to launch a new and exclusive range of products inspired by the iconic British comic into Boots stores across the UK. The partnership was brokered by Beano’s UK licensing agency, Rocket Licensing.

Each product in the range will feature an extra element of mischief, such as a whoopie cushion, mini comic book, jokes and more, aligning the collection firmly with the Beano brand ethos. Highlights of the range include a MEga Stink Bath Set, Stink Bath Bomb, and Deniis Mug and Socks.

Licensing and marketing manager at H&A, Holly Orton, said: “We’re really excited to see this hit the shelves. Beano is a brand loved by generations and we’ve had fun developing the range. There’s definitely nothing else like it in the market and we’re looking forward to supplying some entertainment for Boots customers and their loved ones this Christmas.”

The new range from H&A forms part of an extensive licensed product offering for Beano, which continues to grow ahead of Dennis’ 70th anniversary next year.

Vanessa Andreis, franchise planning and partnerships director at Beano Studios, added: “This fantastic H&A range has allowed us to bring our unique creativity and mischievous fun to the health and beauty category. We’re thrilled to have Boots as our retail partner for this range and can’t wait for Beano fans young and small to be able to buy it or receive it across the festive period.” 

Mad Beauty details full Warner Bros. Friends range as it readies for retail launch

The health and beauty specialist, Mad Beauty has witnessed the arrival of its Warner Bros. Friends collection, and could the company be any more excited? Going by the press release, it would appear the team has reached maximum excitement capacity, because for the first time, the iconic ’90s sitcom is making its way to the beauty aisles.

Announced at Spring Fair 2020, Mad Beauty is now ready to reveal its full Warner Bros Friends collection – the first collaboration with Warner Bros. since signing agreements earlier this year.

The launch collection features 15 pieces of beauty, bath, and body essentials, as well as a line up of lifestyle accessories. From pampering Turkey Sheet Face Masks, Advent Calendars, Eyeshadow Palettes, to Clip and Clean Hand Cleansing Gels, the new collection includes everything to bring the hilarity of Friends this autumn.

The full range includes a Central Perk Lip Balm Trio, Turkey Face Mask, 12 Days of Bath Fizzers, Iconic Yellow Frame Eyeshadow Palette, Pizza Box Bath Salts Selection , Silicone Coffee & Frame Hand Gel, Turkey Tangle Brush, Lobster Hand Cream Set, Quotes Clip & Clean Hand Gel, Regina Phalange Wearable Lip Balm, You’re My Lobster Bath Fizzers, Turkey Shower Cap, Central Perk Pamper Trio, Rescue Mask Set, and a Coffee Cup Lip Balm Duo.

“The level of interest and pre-orders in this range at shows and through sneak previews has been huge, and we are confident that this will be one of the best collections to date,” said a representative of Mad Beauty. “Could it be any more exciting?”