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U.S. Polo Assoc.
USA
Launched Chukkers in c2000
Ugalde, Margurite
Born in 1862, a French saprano, operettas, line of perfumes and toiletries lunched under the 'Ugalde' label
Ulisse
Launched eponymous fragrance
Ulla Parfums   Launched eponymous fragrance
Ulrich
Italy
Torino; launched Domino Azzurro and Incantesimo in c1930
Ultima II
Launchedf fragrances
Ultra Cosmetics
Paris; beauty products; owns Boucheron.
Ulysse, Parfums
Launched eponymous fragrance
Ulysse, Parfums   Launched a fragrance
Umbro
UK
Established in 1924 - Launched fragrances.
Una Fragancia
Italy
Launched Tous
Undercover   The “cult label” of designer Jun Takahashi, launched a debut duo of fragrances with Comme des Garçons in 2010
Undergreen   Launched 'White' in 2011
Underground Scent Plant
USA
Launched Vanilla Fig Cedar in c2002. Company closed in 2004
Un Monde Nouveau
Launched signature fragrance in 1993
Une Nuit à Bali   Luxury brand. Launched eponymous signature fragrance in 2013, Fleur des Fleurs in 2013, Mr. Vetiver and Suma Oriental in 2015, Murmure des Dieux in 2016,
Ungaro, Parfums
Established by Emmanuel Ungaro, a Parisian couturier of Italian extract; born in Provence on 13th February 1933, established business in 1965, and Parfums Ungaro in 1983 when he launched his signature fragrance 'Diva'.
The fragrance and fashion businesses are currently owned by Ferragamo.
Ungerer & Co.
USA
Established by F H Ungerer at 4 Bridgewater Lane, Lincoln Park, New Jersey in 1893; essential oils, launched Rose d'Or in c1895
Unguentarii
Italy
An ancient Roman perfume manufacturer
Unilever
UK
International Anglo/Dutch conglomerate based in London with numerous subsidiaries including Unilever Cosmetics International (UCI)
Unilever Cosmetics International (UCI)
UK
Subsiduary of the above: own Calvin Klein, Lagerfeld, Faberge, Rimmel International Vera Wang and Atkinson’s and others; announced in May 2005 the sale of UCI to Coty for $800m.
Elizabeth Arden bought by subsiduary Faberge in 1987, merged into Unilever in 1989. Company split into two smaller companies: Elizabeth Arden and Parfums International. The Elizabeth Arden side, looked after all of the Arden cosmetics and fragrances, while Parfums International created fragrances for Nino Cerruti, Valentino, Karl Lagerfeld and Chloe.
On 31st October 2000, Unilever sold it's Arden business, to US company, FFI Fragrances for $225 million, as part of Unilever's program to shed operations that don't meet the company's strategic needs.
Bought REN and Dermalogica in 2015
Union Fine Fragrances
UK
Debuted in July 2012 with four fragrances - Holy Thistle; Quince, Mint & Moss; Celtic Fire and Gothic Bluebell., Gunpowder Rose in 2013
Union Française de Parfumerie et de Maroquineries
Established by André Goutal et Cie in Nice, France; Nice-Flora an affiliate, launched Brin de Muguet in 1926
Union Products Co
USA
Detroit, MI., launched Queen O-Beauty in 1919
United China Trading Co
USA
Los Angels launched Gung Ho, Hollywood Secret and Lady of Hollywood in c1945
United Drug Co
USA
Established in early 1800's in Boston, Mass.; associated with and/or owned variety of companies from perfumers (e.g. Boots the Chemist), glass-makers (e.g. Boston Glassworks ?) and manufacturers distributors.; also traded under 'United Perfume Co., and affiliated with United Toilet Group.
Changed name in c1946 when acquired/merged with Rexall Drug Company
United Drug Co
Canada
Toronto; launched fragrances; Langlois their subsidiary; associated with Cara Nome and affiliated with Gustav Lohse
United Laboratories Inc
USA
New York; launched Amorino, Crushed Honeysuckle, Crushed Lilac and Crushed Violet in c1930
United Perfume Co
USA
Boston, Mass.; a division of United Drug, launched fragrances in c1910
United Scents of America
USA
Whose aim is based on "evoking nostalgia for one's 'home state', the state you currently live in or a state that holds a special place in your heart." Debuting with six fragrances based on: Massachusetts, New York, Florida, New Jersey, Texas and California. All the fragrances are made in the USA.
United Toiletries
USA
Launched Vogue in c1980
Universal Drug & Chemical Co
USA
Armitage Ave, Chicago, Ill., launched Beauty, Charmant, Egyptian Lotus, Oriental Blossoms, Rose Supreme, Rose Universal, Universal Fleure in c1915
Universal Hygenic Corp
USA
New York; launched Sul-Ker in 1933
Universe City Studios
USA
Launched Blues Brothers
Un Monde Nouveau   Launched signature fragrance in 1993
Uomo Parfums
Italy
Established by Didier Calvo, launched Héros in 1994, Héros Classic in 1995, Héros Sport in 1997
Upham, Samuel C
USA
Philadelphia; launched Liberty Bell in 1875
Urania
Mexico
Launched a fragrance in 1920
Urban Decay
Launched Go, Pistol, Revolver and Sin in c2002. Acquired by LVMH, sold In 2003 the brand to Falic Group, in 2009 Urban Decay was purchased by Castanea Partners, then in 2012 acquired by L'Oréal ..
Urban, Kieth
USA
Country music star; launched his debut fragrance, Phoenix for men, in September 2011
Urban Outfitters 
USA
Clothing stores - launched three fragrances exclusive to their stores - all gourmand edt titled Macaron Rosé, Pistachio Brûlée & Citron Glacé.
Urban Rituelle
Australia
Bath & body products - launched Modern Gypsy, Modern Gypsy perfume Balm and Tahitian Gardenia in c2005
Uroda, Pollena
Poland
Established in 1966 in Wasaw; now part of Givaudan (2002). Launched Brutal, Być Może, Chant Noir, Makler, Pani Walewska, Wars
Urquhart, Donald   Launched Darnley in 2005
Urvâshi
India
Launched Lata and Urvâshi in 1999
Usher
USA
Established by pop singer Usher Raymond ; launched He and She in 2007 , UR for Men and UR for Women 2008, Usher VIP in 2009. Acquired by Liz Claiborne who in 2008 sold it to Elizabeth Arden.
V Co
USA
Wheeling, West Virginia: launched eponymous fragrance in 1913
Vacher, Paul
Parisienne perfumer (nose) e.g. created 'Miss Dior'; business bought Le Galion in 1937
Vachon-Bavoux et Cie
Lyon, France; launched Peau d’Espagne Extrait Triple, Bouquet d'Antan and Parfum Glycinia
Vadsco Sales Inc
USA
New York; launched fragrances in the 1920's; associated with Vivaudou
Vagabond Prince   Launched Land of Warriors and Swan Princess
Vail Bros
USA
Philadelphia; launched Electric Coupe, Santal Rose, Vail's Turkish Perfume and Violet in c1985
Vail Bros & Rice Co
USA
Philadelphia; formed by the merger of Vail Bros and Jogn Rice & Co., launched fragrances; also traded under the name of 'Hurlibut'
Vaile!   Launched Bad Boys in 1997
Vaissier, Victor   Established by Antoine Vaissier at Place de l'Opera, Paris in 1869; a prestigious toiletry manufacturer; launched first fragrances in 1888; won many gold awards for his fragrances
Val, Angelo
Italy
Piacenza; launched Porta d'Oro and Ri No Va in c1951
Valcourt
Paris; Fleur de Vin in c1920
Valdelis
Launched Fatal and Valdelis
Valdome
USA
New York; launched fragrances in c1944
Valdor
Puteauz, France; launched Arcancil in 1917, Don Jaun in 1939 and Guitare in 1935
Valenti, Giorgio
Launched fragrances
Valentina
USA
Established by Valentina Schlee (fashions) in New York in 1928, launched My Own in 1945
Valentine Laboratories
USA
Chicago' a subsidiary of Walgreen Co., launched Amelita in 1924
Valentine Palomba   Launched Byrsa in 1987
Valentino Parfums
Italy
Established by Mario Valentino; designer and Neapolitan creator of fine leather shoes and accessories launched fragrances ; now associated with Elizabeth Arden (2004)
Val Creux, Parfumerie du La   Launched Le Val Creux in 1928
Valiant
USA
Launched Carnation in 1900
Vallant
USA
Origan; subsidury of Blumauer-Frank Drug Co., launched fragrances in the 1920's
Vallauris
Launched Val'Mer
Vallée et Cie., Jean
Established by José M Pendas in New York in c1920; launched a fragrance in 1Established by José M Pendas in New York in c1920; launched Tanforant in 1923
Valletrez
USA
Launched Sylvan Rose in 1900
Vallette & Co
USA
Decatur, Illinois; launched À, B, C, D and Pour de Bra in c1940
Valli
USA
Established by Lester Wagner in Bridgeport, Ct. in c1924; launched Ponjol
Valli Profumi e Saponi
Italy
Sorrento; launched Bay Rum and Nuit d’Avril in c1930
Valliere Co., La
USA
New Orleans. Refer to La Valliere & Co in volume L
Vallon. Marthe
Launched Jocast and Solange
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