Henkel says a full withdrawal from Russia could have ‘far-fetching’ consequences

Personal care giant defended its decision to continue operating in Russia, in spite of the war in Ukraine, to protect its employees in the region

A fairytale story: Why premium beauty is having a crowning moment

Appetite for beauty has not been hampered by the rise in energy costs or inflation. But even more surprisingly, the premium category is positively peppy. Here, Cosmetics Business takes a closer look at the sector’s success
Why the war in Ukraine is a setback for sustainability

The war in Ukraine has triggered an unimaginable humanitarian crisis with more 12 million people displaced from the country – and it is also having environmental impacts that are being felt by industries globally, as well as cosmetics
Shiseido goes after Gen Z with new male grooming ‘buddy’ SideKick

Skin care brand combats specific skin care concerns for Asian men, and will hit the Chinese beauty market first

Natura & Co Group CEO Roberto Marques to exit

It comes as Natura & Co revealed plans to reorganise its business structure in 2022
Nicole Kidman joins Vegamour as investor and brand advocate

The hair wellness brand is preparing to launch in the UK market in June, with a wider expansion planned for the EU, China, Australia and UAE later this year
Boots sale at risk of collapse

Walgreens Boots Alliance-owned health and beauty retailer could be left on the shelf

The refill pouch revolution: Are pouches your brand's next step in sustainable beauty?

Brands are adopting refill pouches as a sustainable alternative to repeat purchases, so what are the options?
Hailey Bieber's Rhode Skin creates chaos for indie beauty brand Rhodes Skincare

"I am to be muddled with someone who has not the same ethics and certainly no manners, just stamping all over a small business, because of being famously married to Justin Bieber”

How will the Ocean Shipping Reform Act benefit beauty businesses?

The first significant revision to US maritime legislation in more than 20 years addresses late fees charged by ocean carriers and terminals

Why L’Oréal is standing by Amber Heard

L’Oréal was quick to terminate contracts with Munroe Bergdorf and Amena Khan over racial comments – so why does the French beauty giant think Johnny Depp’s ex-wife is worth it?

Exclusive: Clinique’s first make-up NFT is helping to build a more inclusive beauty world

Created by beauty MUAs, Tess Daly, Sheika Daley and Emira D’Spain, the three NFT drops are aimed at underrepresented communities

Breaking News

Meta restricts employee discussions of Roe v Wade overturning

Meta restricts employee discussions of Roe v Wade overturning

The Supreme Court overthrew Roe v Wade, which gave women in America the constitutional right to have an abortion, on 24 June
Footfall rebound spurs L’Occitane sales uptick

Footfall rebound spurs L’Occitane sales uptick

The group also enjoyed record profitability, aided by tighter control of expenses and ‘sensible’ investment in upcoming brands
Azelis strengthens India presence with Ashapura Aromas buy

Azelis strengthens India presence with Ashapura Aromas buy

Purchase of the flavours and fragrances company follows Azelis' acquisitions of Vigon and Quimdis in 2021
Hailey Bieber's Rhode: How to avoid trademark infringement

Hailey Bieber's Rhode: How to avoid trademark infringement

"Sorry Hailey, you’ve got guts, but sometimes fame costs." Simon Barker, Partner & Head of Intellectual Property at Freeths, reveals how beauty ent...
Kylie Jenner teases upcoming lip cosmetics duo

Kylie Jenner teases upcoming lip cosmetics duo

The new Gloss Drip lip gloss and Glow Balm, which can be used on the cheeks and lips, will be available in four different shades
This week’s ten best beauty launches to keep on your radar

This week’s ten best beauty launches to keep on your radar

Cosmetics Business has named another ten cosmetics products now available to purchase, plus a look at Kylie Jenner’s upcoming beauty launches for July
Regulating microbiome skin care

Regulating microbiome skin care

Determining which microbiome-related skin issues can be addressed with cosmetics is complex. Dr Tatiana Sergeenko, Dr Helena Eixarch and Dr Leslie...
Pinterest's Head of Beauty: 'Michelin-star beauty products is the future of supplements'

Pinterest's Head of Beauty: 'Michelin-star beauty products is the future of supplements'

What will the next generation of skin and hair supplements look like? Pinterest's beauty boss Tom Spratt explores
Sephora is allowing anti-LGBT trolls target Huda Beauty, threat boycott

Sephora is allowing anti-LGBT trolls target Huda Beauty, threat boycott

Thousands of comments are urging the beauty retailer to drop the Huda Kattan-founded brand due to her pro-LGBT stance
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Career advice: How I became Chief Marketing Officer of Trinny London

Career advice: How I became Chief Marketing Officer of Trinny London

In partnership with CEW UK, Shira Feuer, Chief Marketing Officer of Trinny London, shares her journey to the top of Trinny Woodall-founded beauty b...
Top 3 skin care brands for women over 55

Top 3 skin care brands for women over 55

Cosmetics Business reveals who they are, why they appeal, and what they share in common
Lush finalises employee ownership scheme in North America

Lush finalises employee ownership scheme in North America

North American employees will now have access to benefits shared by other staff members, such as Lush’s bonus scheme
Why the war in Ukraine is a setback for sustainability

Why the war in Ukraine is a setback for sustainability

The war in Ukraine has triggered an unimaginable humanitarian crisis with more 12 million people displaced from the country – and it is also having...
Beauty Pie is opening a pop-up store in London this summer

Beauty Pie is opening a pop-up store in London this summer

The membership beauty brand is offering shoppers the chance to try the products in real life
The refill pouch revolution: Are pouches your brand's next step in sustainable beauty?

The refill pouch revolution: Are pouches your brand's next step in sustainable beauty?

Brands are adopting refill pouches as a sustainable alternative to repeat purchases, so what are the options?

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Made in Britain brings together pioneers in UK beauty manufacturing for panel debate at Cosmetics Business Live in London this Autumn

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GIGI Laboratories adds Glow Up Serum to New Age G4 line

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Hailey Bieber's Rhode: How to avoid trademark infringement
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Regulating microbiome skin care
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Career advice: How I became Chief Marketing Officer of Trinny London
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Why the war in Ukraine is a setback for sustainability
The refill pouch revolution: Are pouches your brand's next step in sustainable beauty?
The refill pouch revolution: Are pouches your brand's next step in sustainable beauty?
How to make an ingrown spot treatment
How to make an ingrown spot treatment
Biomimicry: Can beauty benefit from copying the natural world?
Biomimicry: Can beauty benefit from copying the natural world?
Autofermentation: A new approach to making cosmetic ingredients
Autofermentation: A new approach to making cosmetic ingredients
A fairytale story: Why premium beauty is having a crowning moment
A fairytale story: Why premium beauty is having a crowning moment
A 'second life' for beauty packaging
A 'second life' for beauty packaging