Cosmetics company L’oreal, have announced that they are considering selling The Body Shop chain in an attempt to give the brand the best opportunity and full ability to continue its development. L’oreal only bought out the Body Shop brand in 2006, with some fans being a little concerned by the fact that the chain was now owned by a large cosmetics company. Body Shop have also been affected by increased presence by more upmarket brands such as Lush and Neil’s Yard.