e.l.f. Cosmetics partners with AI virtual closet Alta
e.l.f. Cosmetics has partnered with Alta, an AI-powered virtual closet.
Blackstone said to be exploring sale of ZO Skin Health
Investment firm Blackstone is said to be exploring a sale of skincare brand ZO Skin Health.
Finalists for Beautyworld Dubai Awards 2026 revealed
The finalists for the seventh edition of the Beautyworld Dubai Awards 2026 have been revealed.
Boots launches new brand identity and campaign
Boots has launched a new brand identity and campaign called ‘Give it Some Boots’.
L’Oréal and Cosmax ink MOU
L'Oréal Groupe and South Korean cosmetics manufacturing company Cosmax have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
Givaudan opens development hub in Casablanca
Givaudan has opened its development hub in Casablanca, Morocco.
Belle Brands acquires Vegamour
Belle Brands, a platform company formed by private investment firm Windsong Global, has acquired haircare brand Vegamour.
Cosmoprof Asia unveils fragrance focus for 2026 edition
Cosmoprof Asia 2026 unveiled details of its upcoming edition today during a press conference.
ISPC urges perfumers to have a voice in regulatory debate on naturals
The ISPC has initiated talks with those responsible for the EFEO-IFEAT Scientific Program to highlight the role of perfumers in scientific and regulatory discussions concerning natural raw materials.
Avolta launches stablecoin payment pilot program
Avolta has launched a pilot program today allowing customers to pay with stablecoin.
The Fragrance Foundation UK names Kelly Reade CEO
The Fragrance Foundation UK has named Kelly Reade as CEO.
Interparfums profit down 16% in first half
Interparfums' operating profit fell 16% in the first half of 2026 to €87.3m.
Korean brand AXIS-Y receives minority investment
Korean skincare brand AXIS-Y has received a minority investment from private equity firm MBK Partners.
Estée Lauder Companies expands roles of two executives
Estée Lauder Companies has expanded the roles of two members of its executive team.
Ifop Group acquires NellyRodi
NellyRodi has been acquired by Ifop Group.
MANE acquires Cvista
MANE has acquired Cvista, a US-based supplier of citrus oil fractions and natural essences.
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Naos to expand Bioderma in travel retail
Naos is to expand its brand Bioderma across travel retail globally.
Lush launches campaign for safer social media
Lush has launched a campaign highlighting concerns about the impact of major social media platforms.
Waitrose launches Wellbeing Bays
Waitrose is launching Wellbeing Bays in 52 shops, online and through on-demand grocery.
Diptyque opens new store in Singapore
Diptyque has opened a new store in Singapore.
Amouage opens first store in Indonesia
Amouage has opened its first store in Indonesia at Plaza Indonesia.
Very Group auction said to be unlikely to proceed
An auction of British online retailer Very Group is unlikely to proceed, according to Sky News.
Estée Lauder Companies makes new appointments
The Estée Lauder Companies has made several brand leadership appointments.
Beautyspace to open first brick-and-mortar store focused on minis
Beautyspace is to open its first brick-and-mortar store called Little Luxuries in New York City.
Sephora to pilot monthly drops on TikTok Shop
Sephora is to pilot an initiative on TikTok Shop in the US from September 19.
Ulta Beauty unveils brand founders for 2026 accelerator program
Ulta Beauty has unveiled the brand founders taking part in its Muse Accelerator cohort this year.
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Wella Company files for IPO in the US
Wella Company filed for a potential initial public offering (IPO) in the US yesterday.
Asos expands fragrance assortment
Asos has expanded its fragrance assortment with a string of new launches.