Olay
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History of Olay
4 dated events · 2 types
1999
History · Corporate
Olay rebranded globally in 1999
Olay unified its global name in 1999, changing from Oil of Ulan and Ulay to Olay worldwide.
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1985
History · Corporate
Procter & Gamble acquires RVI in 1985
Procter & Gamble acquired Richardson‑Vicks Inc., bringing Olay under P&G ownership in 1985.
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1970
History · Corporate
Richardson Merrell acquires ANI in 1970
Richardson Merrell Inc. acquired ANI, the owner of Olay, in November 1970.
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1952
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