Cosmetics Special: Elizabeth Arden makes new moves in Asia

US perfume and skincare giant Elizabeth Arden Inc posted May-July net earnings of $2.3 million, up from the same period last year when the firm reported $3.6 million in sales losses.

Corporation representatives attributed the growth to emerging Asian markets.

"Our performance in China has been very solid," said Kathy Widmer, executive vice-president and chief marketing officer.