Who Made the Product Happy Hair?

Happy Hair was made by cosmetics leader Faberge Inc.

Hair care lovers alive and kicking in the 1980s may remember the shampoos, conditioners, and curl activators sold under the Happy Hair line of products. The products were trademarked by New York-based Faberge, Inc.

Company History

Faberge, Inc. is a sub-company of the Rayette-Faberge Inc. cosmetics company. The introduction of a number of sub-companies came about after the House of Faberge jewelry firm sold their name to Rayette Inc. in 1964. In addition to Happy Hair, Faberge Inc. produced Brut cologne and Babe perfume.

Happy Hair Trademark

On August 22, 1984, Faberge, Inc. registered a U.S. trademark for the product Happy Hair. The trademark was officially registered on May 28, 1985. As of February 10, 1992, the trademark has been officially canceled.

Success and Acquisition

Faberge Inc. became a global leader in the cosmetics industry in the second half of the 1980s. After bringing the Elizabeth Arden line of cosmetics under its brand in 1987, the company reported sales of over $800 million the following year. Faberge Inc. and the numerous brands under its name were purchased by consumer product powerhouse Unilever Group in February 1989.

References

• The Washington Times: Faberge Inc.
• Trade Markia: HAPPY HAIR
• Los Angeles Times: Faberge to Sell Cosmetics Unit to Unilever