Kiko Milano names first Global Creative Director of Make-up Artistry
Kiko Milano has named Marcelo Gutierrez its first Global Creative Director of Make-up Artistry.
Givaudan begins construction of new factory in Mexico
Givaudan has begun construction of a new factory in Pedro Escobedo, Mexico.
MEADFA to take place in Morocco in November
The 2026 MEADFA (Middle East & Africa Duty Free Association) Conference will be held in Rabat, Morocco, from November 15 to 17.
Chanel names Jacob Elordi ambassador for Bleu de Chanel
Chanel has named Australian actor Jacob Elordi ambassador for Bleu de Chanel.
Dr.G expands assortment on Amazon US
Dr.G has expanded its assortment on Amazon in the US.
L’Oréal optimistic on market, despite geopolitical context
L’Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus said that the global beauty market has shown no sign of a slowdown
L’Oréal sales up 3.6% in Q1
L’Oréal’s sales rose 3.6% in the first quarter to €12.15bn
Ulta Beauty to launch AI shopping features
Ulta Beauty and Google are to launch two new features powered by Gemini.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.