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L'Oréal rejects claims of staff layoffs and closure of Hong Kong office

The French beauty giant issued an official statement refuting the claims about its Hong Kong division, which was established in 1983 as a subsidiary of the L'Oréal Group

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Superdrug names Simon Comins COO in ‘major’ company milestone

The long-standing executive, previously Chief Commercial Officer, will lead combined retail and commercial...
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Millie Kendall named advisor to 19/99 Beauty to help fuel its growth in Europe

Kendall, CEO of the British Beauty Council, will advise the Canadian make-up brand’s founders on strategy as it expands outside of North America

Maybelline New York body slams its way into debut WWE partnership

The make-up brand’s partnership with the professional wrestling organisation was developed in collaboration with Beauty Co-Lab, L’Oréal’s media agency of record
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Neutrogena to bring Collagen Bank range to life with banking-themed pop-up

The Kenvue-owned skin care brand’s UK activation will spotlight its latest pre-ageing solution Collagen Bank, which has been more than eight years in the making
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Cosmetics Business Picks: 5 beauty launches out now in July

From Prada’s ‘bold’ new fragrance twist and Saie’s skin-loving setting powder, to Too Faced’s whipped multi-tasker, these are the latest beauty launches making serious waves
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The future of fragrance: How AI is changing the way we discover scent

From language-based scent matching to personalised perfume journeys, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping fragrance retail and redefining the relationship between consumers and brands
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Healthy hair, niacinamide and make-up dominate debut Pinterest Men’s Trends Report

Men are increasingly prioritising hair and skin health, and actively take the time to research products online before making a purchase, found the social media platform
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Beauty has gone bananas for this new fruit trend, but can it last?

Bananas are infiltrating beauty launches this year – from a main ingredient player to loud design aesthetics – with everyone from Prada Beauty, Marc Jacobs and Glossier jumping on the hype. But can this obsession last?

The power of recognition: Winners share how the Pure Beauty Awards transformed their brands

As entries for the 2025 edition are in full swing, past winners reflect on how their victories have reshaped their businesses

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Retail

Ulta Beauty acquires UK high street chain Space NK

The US retail giant said acquiring the UK beauty chain is a ‘strategically compelling opportunity to enter the growing UK market with a successful and growing brand’
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Male Grooming

Analysis: Unilever’s acquisition of Dr. Squatch will pivot the future of M&A

The men’s personal care brand, which ruffled feathers with its Sydney Sweeney bathwater-infused soap, is now in the hands of Unilever. But how will this acquisition shake up the future of M&A in the beauty industry?
Digital

Dolce & Gabbana creates Light Blue Island on Roblox to attract Gen Z

The luxury Italian brand’s island on the gaming platform aims to ‘introduce a new generation of gamers’ to its hero fragrance franchise, Light Blue
Hair Care

Robin James to launch premium male hair care brand Anforh

James has created the three-piece hair care brand after two years of refinement and to address a need in the market
Skin Care

The Beauty Tech Group triples Alderley Park HQ amid global expansion

Current Body owner increases footprint at innovation hub Glasshouse following rapid international growth
Colour Cosmetics

L’Oréal Paris appoints singer Charlotte Cardin as ambassador in Canada & France

The singer and mental health advocate will represent the beauty brand in both Canada and France, aligning with its message of empowerment and self-worth
Marketing

Estée Lauder unveils longevity-focused pop-up at South Korea’s Incheon Airport

Passengers will be offered treatments using Estée Lauder’s Re Nutriv skin care range until 24 July
Body Care

Sol de Janeiro creates ‘boldest celebration yet’ with US Badalada pop-up

The Badalada Bloco Pop Up Experience in New York and LA will tap into Brazilian music and food
Manufacturing

Kao completes upgrade at Molton Brown’s Green Street site

The Japanese beauty owner has invested millions to modernise Molton Brown’s Hertfordshire site in a bid to boost capacity and pave the way for new brand production
Regulatory

UK watchdog ASA cracks down on weight-loss jab adverts

The advertising regulator has upheld a number of complaints related to online adverts for weight-loss jabs, which are not allowed to be promoted under rules for prescription-only medication
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Packaging

MakeUp in Paris 2025 trends and innovations: viral moments to sensorial texture changes

Cosmetics Business rounds up the top trends and innovations in packaging and ingredients from the two-day event held in France
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Ingredients

How to formulate a body firming lotion

Belinda Carli, Director and Cosmetic Chemist at the Institute of Personal Care Science, looks into the ingredients used for firming and toning body skin

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Virospack launches a new translucent packaging solution for cosmetics

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Triplobiome: Interkingdom Synergy for ‘ecosystem ingredients’

Provital’s new Triplobiome Technology integrates the power of the Animal and Plant kingdoms, together with their Microbiome, to bring unprecedented symbiotic synergies...

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Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN Bangkok 2025 sets impressive records and boosts ASEAN beauty industry growth

Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN Bangkok 2025 has finally come to a close at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), the modern and elegant exhibition venue located in the...

Gravel Private Dashboard – track market changes across your entire ingredient portfolio, powered by AI - WEBINAR ON DEMAND

Join Gravel AI in partnership with Cosmetics Business for a free webinar introducing the Gravel AI Private Dashboard, the first feature in its new Enterprise Module

Droppers, a matter of expertise and technology

With over 50 years of experience in the design and production of packaging and dispensing systems, Lumson stands out for its solid, established industrial process in which...

Dermaclaim lab increased its turnover by 40% in the first half of 2025 and finalises the details of the new facilities

The Valencian dermocosmetic research laboratory, specialised in supporting claims of efficacy and functionality through in vitro and ex vivo tests and clinical studies on...

Behind every beautifully delivered beauty product, there’s a quiet kind of magic

Working with beauty brands across the spectrum, from emerging names to established leaders, to deliver exceptional fulfilment and packing solutions

A Matter of Change Notebook launches ‘Valuable Insights on the Supply Chain’ series, showcasing leaders driving the circular economy

The first edition spotlights Jake Inglis, founder of EZ Beverages UK Ltd, as he shares how circularity can be embedded at the core of product design and business strategy

New line of mousse bottles, for a dispensing that enhances every formula

MOUSSE is the new line of foamer bottles, designed for those who seek an elegant, contemporary bottle with effective and high-quality dispensing

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Latest Reports See all

Tariffs and the long-term impact on beauty consumers

With some consumers already stockpiling and switching to homegrown brands, will affordable beauty also win? Louise Whitbread reports

Cosmetics Business reveals the top 5 budget beauty trends of 2025 in new report

With mass outpacing prestige sales for the first time in years, budget-friendly beauty has not only become aspirational, it's a force to be reckoned with in 2025

Searches for 'reef safe spf' are up 86%, but are claims still misleading?

As consumers grow more eco-conscious, sun care launches with reef safe labels are on the rise. But complications with this claim persist, finds Louise Whitbread

How tinted sunscreens became one of the fastest growing SPF categories

Consumer demand is up 87% year-over-year, driven by the 'no make-up make-up' trend, improved formulations, diverse shades and finishes

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