Sycamore Partners said to be considering IPO for Boots
The owners of Boots are said to be considering a possible listing on the London stock market.
Laura Ashley launches new fragrance collection
Laura Ashley has launched a new collection of four fragrances.
Innovations from in-cosmetics Global 2026
Longevity, well-aging, wellness in general, as well as the impact of fragrance on
Interparfums’ sales down 8.5% in Q1
Interparfums’ sales fell 8.5% at current exchange rates to €215.5m in the first quarter of 2026.
Lancôme names new global ambassadors
Lancôme has named actors Zoe Saldaña and Demi Moore global ambassadors.
Eurofragance sales up 16% in 2025
Eurofragance's sales grew 16% like-for-like in 2025 to over €200m.
The latest Retail & Tech newsletter out today – No 257
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Beiersdorf’s organic sales fall 4.6% in Q1, La Prairie down 14.9%
Beiersdorf’s organic sales fell by 4.6% in the first quarter of 2026 to €2.5bn.
L’Oréal’s venture fund BOLD invests in bodycare brand Hanni
L'Oréal's venture fund BOLD has invested in bodycare brand Hanni.
Superdrug expands Korean beauty range
Superdrug has expanded its Korean beauty range to 400 stores, as well as online.
SK-II launches in India
SK-II has launched in India in partnership with Asia-based distributor LUXASIA.
Matiere Premiere launches new fragrance
Matiere Premiere has launched a new fragrance called Metal Lavender.
E.l.f. Beauty names Kory Marchisotto President of e.l.f. Brands
E.l.f. Beauty has named Kory Marchisotto President of e.l.f. Brands, a newly created role.
Ulla Johnson to launch first fragrance collection
US-based fashion brand Ulla Johnson is to launch its first collection of fragrances called Ulla.
This Week in Beauty April 13-17, 2026
This Week in Beauty video – A highlight of the week’s key news in just under...
Dolce&Gabbana names Melinda Melrose global make-up expert
Dolce&Gabbana has named TV personality and content creator Melinda Melrose global makeup expert.
NYX Professional Makeup expands to bodycare
NYX Professional Makeup has entered the bodycare category with the launch of a collection called Fat Oil Body.
Haircare brand AAVRANI acquired by Nivora Group
US-based haircare and skincare brand AAVRANI has been acquired by private-equity firm Nivora Group.
Roxy expands into fragrance and personal care
Roxy is expanding into fragrance and personal care through a new partnership with manufacturer Broken Top Brands.
MANE revenue up 6.5% in 2025
MANE's revenue in 2025 increased 6.5% at constant exchange rates to €2.01bn ($2.27bn).
Hermès Perfume & Beauty’s Q1 sales down 2.2%
Hermès’ consolidated revenue fell 1.4% at current exchange rates to €4.1bn in the first quarter of 2026.
Givaudan sales up 2.8% in Q1
Givaudan's sales rose 2.8% like-for-like in the first quarter of 2026 to CHF 1.87bn.
in-cosmetics Global opens today in Paris
in-cosmetics Global, the trade show for personal-care ingredients, opens today at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris, France.
LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics organic revenue flat in Q1
LVMH’s revenue fell 6% on a reported basis in the first quarter of 2026 to €19.12bn
dsm-firmenich creates fragrance for artwork at Toile de Jouy Museum
Dsm-firmenich Principal Perfumer Alexandra Monet has created a new fragrance for an artwork by French contemporary artist Alice Riehl.
Aveda reopens flagship store in Singapore with new concept
Aveda has reopened its flagship store at Takashimaya Shopping Center, Ngee Ann City in Singapore, with a revamped store concept.
BW Confidential highlights Cosmoprof and Cosmopack awards in special edition
BW Confidential has highlighted the winners and nominees of the Cosmoprof and Cosmopack awards in...
Boots launches new line for own skincare brand No7
Boots has launched a new line for its own skincare brand No7, called Prime Forever.
Charlotte Tilbury opens first flagship store in India
Charlotte Tilbury has opened its first flagship store in India.
Marc-Antoine Barrois launches anti social media campaign to promote new store
Marc-Antoine Barrois is to open a store in New York.