How packaging makers are meeting the alcohol-free fragrance trend

Best of Paris Packaging Week: Versatile takes on refillable wood packs and all kinds of recyclate inclusion were also among the highlights
Kao bets on Gen Z men with Unlics launch

Unlics onboarded three of Japan’s most popular male beauty influencers to create the brand
Beiersdorf develops sunscreen for girl with rare genetic light disorder

The Nivea brand owner used light-scattering pigments to create the bespoke formulation
UPDATED: Save Cruelty Free Cosmetics ECI reaches goal of 1 million validated signatures

The signature-collecting initiative was originally launched August 2021 with the deadline ending 31 August 2022
NYX unveils limited edition NFTs for beauty DAO debut

The first 1,000 artists on the brand’s new community-led digital space ‘GORJS’, launching 31 January, will receive bespoke NFTs
Meet the formulating hack that saves energy, money and time

Cold processing, while not a new technique, is soaring in popularity as budgets tighten and brands seek to be more sustainable, but what cosmetic ingredients can be used in this eco-friendly way?
Tarte Cosmetics pokes fun at Dubai influencer trip controversy with viral TikTok

TikTok users had called out the Kosé-owned brand for hosting a “tone-deaf” event in Dubai during an economic crisis
Make-Up For Ever signs model Lourdes Leon as Brand Ambassador

The 26-year-old star, who is the daughter of Madonna, will be the face of the French cosmetics brand
Citrus fragrances are trending. Here are 6 adding zest to the perfume category

From orange blossom to mandarin, citrus notes are a staple in a perfumer's organ but the traditionally summer scents are getting a feel-good makeover to brighten up winter days
Pardon My Fro launches debut hair care line

The lifestyle brand has created a six-strong line of products designed for curly hair
LVMH's record-breaking results driven by Sephora

Sephora’s debut bricks-and-mortar store in the UK will be located at Westfield shopping centre White City, west London
AS Beauty acquires spa brand Bliss to boost its skin care portfolio

The company has bought the skin-focused spa line from L Catterton to help widen its impact in the beauty sector
Henkel invests in solar power with ten-year renewable energy agreement

The personal care giant has agreed to use renewable energy, produced at two new solar power plants in Spain, at its production sites

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Paco Rabanne mourned by beauty world: ‘Who else could imagine a fragrance called Calandre – the word means automobile grill?’

Paco Rabanne mourned by beauty world: ‘Who else could imagine a fragrance called Calandre – the word means automobile grill?’

The name behind the Calandre and 1 Million fragrances has passed away aged 88
Cosmetics Business picks: 7 skin care and beauty launches out in February

Cosmetics Business picks: 7 skin care and beauty launches out in February

Cosmetics Business pics seven standout beauty launches which have released this this month
Zara launches Mini Artists beauty range designed for children

Zara launches Mini Artists beauty range designed for children

A range of face templates of different sizes and shapes have been released alongside nail varnishes and colour pencils in various shades.
Caroline Hirons: Why one of beauty’s most influential women doesn’t believe in influencers

Caroline Hirons: Why one of beauty’s most influential women doesn’t believe in influencers

In this exclusive interview with Cosmetics Business, Caroline Hirons reveals her true thoughts on influencer marketing, why Space NK is years ahead...
Lauder sales dip in Q2 2023 amid a slump in China tourism

Lauder sales dip in Q2 2023 amid a slump in China tourism

Visitor numbers and product shipments to duty-free shopping destination Hainan were curtailed during the period
Kering names former ELC exec Raffaella Cornaggia CEO as it pivots into beauty

Kering names former ELC exec Raffaella Cornaggia CEO as it pivots into beauty

The creation of Kering Beauté will enable Kering to support Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen in the beauty arena, among other brands
Meet the buyer: Moda Operandi on the top beauty trends for 2023

Meet the buyer: Moda Operandi on the top beauty trends for 2023

Kandice Hansen, Moda Operandi's Senior Beauty Buyer, on the brand’s beauty offering, why a streamlined shopping experience is key and why skin and...
Bobbi Brown on life after Estée Lauder, Jones Road and beating influencers at their own game

Bobbi Brown on life after Estée Lauder, Jones Road and beating influencers at their own game

How make-up mogul Bobbi Brown bounced back with Jones Road Beauty after selling her namesake brand – which came with a tricky 25-year non-compete –...
Current State vs Sachi States of Skin: Beauty brands clash over trademark

Current State vs Sachi States of Skin: Beauty brands clash over trademark

The indie brands are in the midst a trademark conflict over the term ‘states of skin’
Singer Miley Cyrus invests in self-tanning brand Dolce Glow

Singer Miley Cyrus invests in self-tanning brand Dolce Glow

The pop sensation is now an investor in Isabel Vita’s company after being a fan of the spray tanner for years
'Vanilla girl' beauty is TikTok's most talked about aesthetic. Here's how brands can tap into the trend

'Vanilla girl' beauty is TikTok's most talked about aesthetic. Here's how brands can tap into the trend

From make-up to hair, the aesthetic focuses on minimalistic choices with warm hues and touches of gold
The sweetest deal: Price comparison apps are winning beauty bargain hunters

The sweetest deal: Price comparison apps are winning beauty bargain hunters

Consumers are looking for ways to save money, and price comparison sites and apps can do the job for them. But how well are they working in beauty?
Lottie London educates Gen Z on safe relationships with Valentine’s campaign

Lottie London educates Gen Z on safe relationships with Valentine’s campaign

Two out of ten 18-29-year-olds have experienced sexual harassment online, according to sexual wellbeing charity Brook
One to watch: Kindred Black's hand-blown glass bottles are reimagining artisanal cosmetics

One to watch: Kindred Black's hand-blown glass bottles are reimagining artisanal cosmetics

Jennifer Francis, co-founder of Kindred Black, offers an insight into the brand’s hand blown artisanal products and why it plans to add refill opti...
e.l.f. Beauty raises 2023 forecast as sales soar 49%

e.l.f. Beauty raises 2023 forecast as sales soar 49%

The fast beauty company has upped its 2023 fiscal forecast, with expected sales between US$541 million and $545m
How packaging makers are meeting the alcohol-free fragrance trend

How packaging makers are meeting the alcohol-free fragrance trend

Best of Paris Packaging Week: Versatile takes on refillable wood packs and all kinds of recyclate inclusion were also among the highlights

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Online retailer Justmylook celebrated its most successful year on record in 2022

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Leading multi-tasking beauty brand Dr.PAWPAW celebrated in prestigious annual league table

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Pure Beauty Awards 2023

Orean is now B Corp certified

Seoulista Beauty consolidates position as leader in cryo-powered beauty

How to create the right work/life balance mindset for 2023

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Caroline Hirons: Why one of beauty’s most influential women doesn’t believe in influencers
Caroline Hirons: Why one of beauty’s most influential women doesn’t believe in influencers
Meet the buyer: Moda Operandi on the top beauty trends for 2023
Meet the buyer: Moda Operandi on the top beauty trends for 2023
'Vanilla girl' beauty is TikTok's most talked about aesthetic. Here's how brands can tap into the trend
'Vanilla girl' beauty is TikTok's most talked about aesthetic. Here's how brands can tap into the trend
One to watch: Kindred Black's hand-blown glass bottles are reimagining artisanal cosmetics
One to watch: Kindred Black's hand-blown glass bottles are reimagining artisanal cosmetics
How packaging makers are meeting the alcohol-free fragrance trend
How packaging makers are meeting the alcohol-free fragrance trend
Buccal fat and Y2K's skinny model obsession. What does it mean for beauty?
Buccal fat and Y2K's skinny model obsession. What does it mean for beauty?
8 things you need to know about Defra’s EPR packaging waste rules
8 things you need to know about Defra’s EPR packaging waste rules
Space to gold mines: Hunting for extreme cosmetic ingredients
Space to gold mines: Hunting for extreme cosmetic ingredients
Adam Reed’s big secret that catapulted his wellness-focused hair care range
Adam Reed’s big secret that catapulted his wellness-focused hair care range
Why beauty brands are flocking to Paris’ premier interiors and design show
Why beauty brands are flocking to Paris’ premier interiors and design show