ATLANTA, GA – February 1, 2007 – Aloette Cosmetics, an Astral Brands company, announced today the appointment of Thomas R. Judson to the position of President. Mr. Judson, a seasoned executive with expertise in sales, comes to Aloette with more than 20 years of industry-leading experience.

"We are extremely pleased to have Tom join us as our new president of Aloette," said Robert Cohen, chairman and CEO of Astral Brands. "We were highly impressed with Tom’s experience in franchise sales." Christie Cohen, chairman and CEO of Aloette Cosmetics, is equally pleased to have Mr. Judson on board. "With Tom's proven leadership in the industry, and the passion he brings as an individual," said Ms. Cohen, "I am confident Aloette will continue to move forward as an industry leader."

Mr. Judson began his sales career in 1986 with Tupperware Home Parties. He quickly became the top Tupperware Consultant in the U.S. in 1989. In 1990, Mr. Judson and his wife, Carol, took advantage of their first franchise opportunity with Tupperware Home Parties in Akron, Ohio. After tripling their franchise business in five years, the Judsons took advantage of another franchise opportunity in upstate New York, which grew to be the leading U.S. franchise.

Most recently, Mr. Judson worked as National Sales and Marketing Director with PM-International, a direct sales company based in Germany, where he worked to develop the strategy to bring their products to the U.S. market. Within six months, they had recruited more than 1,000 new team partners.

"I’d like to thank Bob and Christie Cohen for their faith and belief in my abilities," Tom said. "I look forward to sharing my excitement about the Aloette opportunity with everyone, everywhere."

About Aloette Cosmetics: Founded in 1979, Aloette Cosmetics is now a $60 million company with an international reputation for offering the finest, purest products in skin care, body care and makeup formulations. With an uncompromising commitment to using only the finest cosmetic ingredients and a relentless determination to offer extraordinary value, Aloette is simply the most advanced botanical skin care line available anywhere. Aloette Cosmetics is an Astral Brands company. www.aloettecosmetics.com.