Alberto Culver Company posted a rise in figures for its first fiscal quarter of 2009. Net sales for the quarter increased 2.8% to $352.8 million.

Commenting on the first quarter, Alberto Culver President and Chief Executive Officer V. James Marino said, "We are very pleased to begin fiscal year 2009 with another successful quarter of sales and pre-tax earnings growth. Overall, we continue to drive strong organic sales and earnings growth and increase our hair care market share in this difficult environment."

According to the company, the boost was driven mainly by growth in TRESemme and Nexxus.