Brazilian cosmetics market bends under pressure

Published: 14-Apr-2015
Finance

Country's market grew 11% last year

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Despite considerable currency volatility and multiple pressures on consumers, the Brazilian cosmetics market surged 11% last year according to new stats from the Brazilian Association of the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Industry (ABIHPEC). Sales of €29.6bn is claimed.

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