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Noxell company history timeline

1917

In about 1917 Bunting introduced "Doctor Bunting's Sunburn Remedy" as an alternative to the greasy, tallow-based medicating creams available during the period.

1920

In 1920 the Noxzema Chemical Company factory was opened in a house in Baltimore.

1960

The company diversified again when it bought the Lestoil heavy-duty multipurpose cleanser product in 1960.

1966

The company changed its name to Noxell Corporation in 1966.

1973

Noxell continued to be owned during this time by the Bunting family; Bunting's son, G. Lloyd Bunting, Sr., assumed the management of the company, followed during 1973 by George L. Bunting, Jr., Doctor Bunting's grandson.

1989

In 1989 the Procter & Gamble purchased the Noxell Company in 1989, as part of a $1.4 billion merger; the company continued to operate as a subsidiary.

1996

In 1996, the company sold off the Lestoil brand to The Clorox Company, citing the need to focus on cosmetics and fragrances.

2004

Arts James D. Thornton named chairman of board for Baltimore Museum of Art Thornton, a museum board member since 2004, succeeds Clair Zamoiski Segal, who held the position for seven years.

2008

P & G sold the Noxzema brand to Alberto-Culver in October 2008.

2010

Alberto-Culver was subsequently bought by the Anglo-Dutch consumer goods company Unilever on September 27, 2010 for $US3.7 billion.

2022

Projecting the Ravens’ 53-man roster: With Justin Houston’s return, here’s where team stands entering training camp Jul 11, 2022

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