Beauty software platform Fresha raises $100m in Series C funding
Beauty and wellness software platform Fresha has raised $100m in a Series C funding round led by...June 15, 2021
Shopee launches in Colombia and Chile
Southeast Asian e-commerce player Shopee launched in Colombia and Chile last week, according to the company’s social-media...June 14, 2021
Dior sets new sustainability goals
Dior has set new sustainability goals as part of a program called #BeautyAsLegacy. The new strategy focuses...June 14, 2021
Netflix launches online shop
US-based streaming service Netflix has launched an online shop retailing limited-edition collections based on its TV shows....June 14, 2021
French fragrance house Sozio acquires Synarome
French fragrance house Sozio has acquired Synarome, which specializes in aromatic molecules. Sozio says the acquisition will...June 11, 2021
Watch This Week in Beauty June 7-11, 2021
This Week in Beauty Video – A highlight of the week’s key news in just under...June 11, 2021
Selfridges said to be considering $5.66bn sale
UK department-store group Selfridges is considering a £4bn ($5.66bn) sale after an approach from a potential buyer,...June 11, 2021
Interparfums’ Philippe Benacin and Givaudan’s Calice Becker honored at US Fragrance Foundation Awards
Interparfums Chairman and CEO Philippe Benacin and Givaudan Vice President Perfumer and Director of the Givaudan Perfumery...June 11, 2021
Some 50 travel retailers to attend TFWA Cannes show
Some 50 travel retailers have confirmed their presence at the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes,...June 11, 2021
Shiseido launches fragrance brands on Tmall
Japanese group Shiseido launched its fragrance brands Issey Miyake and Narciso Rodriguez on Alibaba’s Tmall in April...June 10, 2021
Clarins unveils new skincare range for sensitive skin
French brand Clarins is to launch a major new skincare line this fall focusing on sensitive skin....June 10, 2021
China-Europe Fashion Express platform launches first direct Italy-Hainan flight
The China-Europe Fashion Express platform launched the first direct flight from Italy to Hainan to ship European...June 10, 2021
Livestream shopping platform ShopShops raises $15m
Livestream shopping platform ShopShops has raised $15m in a Series B funding round. The financing was co-led...June 10, 2021
Dufry granted concession in Martinique
Swiss travel retailer Dufry has been granted a 10-year concession contract to operate a new duty-free shop...June 10, 2021
Snap names Rajni Jacques Head of Fashion and Beauty Partnerships
Social-media platform Snap has named Rajni Jacques Head of Fashion and Beauty Partnerships. She will report to...June 10, 2021
Gebr Heinemann turnover down 67% in 2020
German travel retailer Gebr Heinemann’s turnover fell 67% year-over-year to €1.6bn in 2020. The retail segment turnover...June 9, 2021
Anjac puts focus on natural formulas and sustainable packaging
French manufacturer Anjac has put a focus on natural formulas and eco-friendly packaging, in response to strong...June 9, 2021
Subscription-based Athena Club raises $15m in Series A funding
US-based Athena Club has raised $15m in Series A funding co-led by venture capital firm Cue Ball...June 9, 2021
Lush launches on Asos, unveils new website and app
UK-based Lush has launched on online retailer Asos. A selection of the beauty brand’s bath & body,...June 9, 2021
Parfums Christian Dior CEO Laurent Kleitman talks biodiversity at UEBT webinar
Parfums Christian Dior President and CEO Laurent Kleitman said there needs to be a more unified global...June 8, 2021
The latest Retail & Tech newsletter out now
The latest issue of BW Confidential’s Retail & Tech newsletter is out now. In this issue: Body...June 8, 2021
New sustainable B2B beauty marketplace launches
A new business-to-business (B2B) marketplace dedicated to sustainable France-made sustainable beauty brands launched this spring. Called La...June 8, 2021
Biotherm sets new sustainability goals
L’Oréal-owned Biotherm has unveiled its new sustainability goals focused on protecting the ocean. The new goals, which...June 8, 2021
L’Oréal to pull L’Oréal Paris make-up and Essie brand from Japan
L’Oréal will withdraw L’Oréal Paris make-up from Japan by the end of 2021, according to a report...June 7, 2021
Decoding skincare’s shifting brand landscape
An analysis of how the brand landscape is shifting in the skincare category Skincare’s landscape is shifting....June 7, 2021
Skincare: The state of the market 2021
BW Confidential analyzes how skincare is weathering the crisis, retail shifts and the rise of digital in...June 7, 2021
Skincare’s latest trends
An analysis of the key trends hitting the skincare market Health & safety The biggest change...June 7, 2021
Livcer highlights eco-friendly and COVID-19 inspired samples
French sample manufacturer Livcer highlighted its latest innovations created in response to shifting consumer demand caused by...June 7, 2021
L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific hosts Hainan pop-up for Giorgio Armani
L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific opened a pop-up for the Giorgio Armani brand highlighting its Crema Nera...June 7, 2021
The Different Company opens eco-friendly beauty boutique
French fragrance brand The Different Company has opened an eco-friendly beauty boutique in Paris, France. Located in...June 7, 2021