Shiseido’s Romain Carrega to head Gallinée
Romain Carrega, recently appointed Deputy CMO for Derma & Prestige at Shiseido EMEA, will oversee French dermocosmetics brand Gallinée.
Ulta Beauty appoints new Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
Ulta Beauty has promoted Kristin Wolf to the new role of Chief Strategy & Growth Officer.
Natura makes changes to board, gets investment from Advent
Brazilian company Natura is to make changes to its board and receive a minority investment from private...
Why biological age is luxury’s next status symbol
Longevity has quietly become beauty’s most powerful new word. For years, “anti‑aging” meant smoothing lines and
Amorepacific inks MOU with medical device company
Amorepacific has inked a signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with medical device company Viol Medical.
L’Oréal completes Kering Beauté acquisition
L’Oréal has completed the acquisition of Kering Beauté, which includes the Creed fragrance
Unilever to separate foods business, repositions as personal care company
Unilever is to combine its foods business with McCormick & Company.
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Beiersdorf launches new €100m venture capital fund
German company Beiersdorf has committed €100m to a new venture capital fund aimed at accelerating
The Shilla Duty Free to open pop-up at Artbox Singapore
The Shilla Duty Free Singapore is to open a travel-themed pop-up for its first appearance at Artbox Singapore 2026.
Croda’s Fragrance and Flavours sales up 15% in 2025
Croda’s Fragrance and Flavours business, comprising Iberchem, Parfex and Scentium, saw sales increase 15% at constant currency in 2025
Summit of the Americas kicks off in Orlando
The 2026 Summit of the Americas is to open this weekend at its new location, the Rosen Shingle Creek hotel in Florida, US.
Italian Competition Authority investigates Sephora & Benefit Cosmetics
The Italian Competition Authority has launched two investigations into Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics for alleged unfair commercial practices.
Joy Group’s revenue up 22% in 2025
China-based cosmetics company Joy Group’s total revenue in 2025 increased 22% year-on-year to more than $620m.
THG Beauty’s revenue down 5.4% in 2025
THG's revenue fell 2% reported in full year 2025 to £1.71bn.
This Week in Beauty March 23-27, 2026
This Week in Beauty video – A highlight of the week’s key news in just under...
Lancôme unveils new longevity-focused skincare range
Lancôme has unveiled its new longevity skincare range called Absolue Longevity MD.
Liht Organics to open new fulfilment centre in the US
Liht Organics is opening a new fulfilment centre in New Jersey, the US.
TFWA unveils more details of revamped format for Asia show
The TFWA has unveiled more details about the revamped format of its Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference.
Henkel to acquire Olaplex
Henkel has acquired haircare brand Olaplex for $1.4bn.
SEMCAP launches beauty and wellness vertical with Vasiliki Petrou
SEMCAP has partnered with beauty industry executive Vasiliki Petrou to launch SEMCAP Beauty & Wellness.
Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2026 opens today
The 57th edition of the Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna trade show opens its doors today.
Olaplex opens pop-up for new launch
Olaplex opened a pop-up in SoHo, New York City.
Violet Grey to launch in UK
Violet Grey is to launch in the UK in April.
Sephora launches app in ChatGPT
Sephora has launched its app in ChatGPT.
Analysis: Weighing up a potential ELC & Puig deal
If it goes ahead, a merger between Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) and Puig will shake up the
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Advent International to acquire Salt & Stone
Advent International is to acquire a majority stake in US-based bodycare brand Salt & Stone.
Givaudan expands in Türkiye
Givaudan has expanded its office space in Türkiye.
Estée Lauder Companies and Puig in merger talks
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) and Puig are in discussions regarding a potential merger