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Paris Hilton is expanding her beauty empire

The American singer and actress is launching a new beauty business through her media company 11:11 Media

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The Body Shop appoints CMO and CFO to drive growth post-acquisition

Penny Brook and Sally Dowling have joined the British beauty retailer’s executive leadership team, with the aim to...
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Space NK full-year sales jump as Gen Z shoppers drive sales

The UK retailer is also expanding its portfolio with ten additional stores, which has already seen a store open in Sheffield
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The great packaging debate: How to reduce costs without damaging aesthetics

Can brands micro-adjust packaging costs in a way that doesn’t negatively affect a product’s aesthetics? We explore how to make changes without diminishing the consumer experience

Phlur and Rhode crowned 2024’s biggest brands by search growth

The Cosmetify report on beauty’s dominant brands put Summer Fridays in third place

What makes a great beauty PR launch?

Cosmetics Business journalists reveal what they love about PR beauty events – plus their pet peeves
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Move over Y2K, Rivals’ 80s glam is party season’s nostalgic beauty trend

The success of streaming service Disney+’s adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s ‘bonkbuster’ could further boost eighties hair and make-up trends
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Beauty's ‘Wicked’ winter is here, but can it last?

The beauty industry is in the grips of Wicked-fever in the lead-up to the film’s release. But can the trend evolve into a timeless aesthetic, or will it last for just ‘one short day’

Drunk Elephant initiates voluntary product recall in the US

The skin care brand said there was an isolated ingredient mix-up between preservatives and surfactants during production

Pure Beauty Global Awards: Entries open for 2025!

The latest edition featuring revamped criteria and new categories is calling for entries

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Retail

Sephora’s ambitious plan to open 20 UK stores by 2027

The LVMH-owned retailer’s Global President and CEO, Guillaume Motte, wants to ramp up Sephora’s UK expansion plans to challenge established players
Male Grooming

Men’s skin care brand Caldera + Lab raises $6 million

The US brand will use funding from early-stage investment business HIPstr to accelerate growth
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Digital

The Christmas beauty trends worth jumping on this year

From the undeniable popularity of beauty advent calendars to tapping into core festive looks, Pinterest’s Head of Beauty Tom Spratt reveals how your brand can nail 2024's big Christmas beauty trends
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Hair Care

Cosmetics Business Picks: 6 beauty launches tapping Wicked and Gladiator II

Lush launched its Wicked bath and body collection in November, and Paul Mescal is fuelling the mini-mullet craze with his hairstyle in Gladiator II
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Skin Care

Haeckels is now the brand with no name

The brand founded by Dom Bridges in 2012 will operate without a formal name over the next 12 months
Colour Cosmetics

Lancôme lands singer Olivia Rodrigo as global brand ambassador

The 21-year-old Grammy Award-winning artist will star in future campaigns for the L’Oréal-owned beauty brand
Marketing

Tyler the Creator to launch Golf le Fleur in UK

The musician’s lifestyle brand will make its European debut on 2 December
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Body Care

Why 2025's body care lines must be both scented and skinified

Sol de Janeiro's success and #PerfumeTok's influence have reignited the body care segment. The new wave of body care prioritises both fragrance and function
Manufacturing

Revlon relocates New Jersey R&D hub to ‘further amplify’ its capabilities

The move marks an ‘exciting step’ in Revlon’s future, says CSO
Regulatory

Europe moves to replace toxicity testing on animals

The EU’s chemicals regulator is investigating a new test method to replace toxicity testing involving fish
Packaging

Packaging firms Berry Global and Amcor to merge

The combined company is expected to reach US$650 million in annual earnings
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Ingredients

From the ozempiconomy to cellasticity, meet the skin buzzwords for 2025

What terminology will be exciting skin care consumers in the new year and what buzzwords are ingredients firms leveraging on right now? Asks Cosmetics Business

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Haut.AI explores the potential of AI-enhanced fluorescence photography for non-invasive skin diagnostics

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Vistanol GDHR-Pure by SEIWA KASEI attracted attention at in-cosmetics Asia 2024

At in-cosmetics Asia 2024, held in Bangkok, SEIWA KASEI introduced a new ingredient Vistanol GDHR-Pure which was nominated as a finalist in the functional category of the...

FaiveleyTech's expertise for a new aesthetic of BYREDO perfumes

The luxury perfume house BYREDO has entrusted FaiveleyTech with the creation of the cap for its new fragrance: Mojave Ghost Absolu de Parfum. The piece, made with Sulapac...

Provital presents Keradeep: Unveiling deep protection for invisible hair strength

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What sets truly effective skincare products apart in a crowded market?

In the oversaturated skincare market, it can be extremely challenging to create successful products that actually work, while delivering on consumer expectations

TRI-K expands team with technical marketing experts for skin and hair care, reinforcing commitment to innovation and customer success

New technical marketing division enhances TRI-K’s scientific and market expertise, supporting clients in developing high-performance, sustainable products aligned with...

Haut.AI recognised as one of Eastern Europe’s fastest-growing startups

Haut.AI has proudly secured the 26th position on the Sifted 30 leaderboard, which highlights the fastest-growing startups in Eastern Europe and the Baltics for 2024

Appeals court confirms conviction of Intercos Korea in Kolmar Korea tech theft

Intercos Korea to be held criminally liable for leaking and misusing Kolmar Korea’s trade secrets

Kolmar Korea to expand its presence in the US suncare market

The new North America Innovation Center is based in New Jersey, with research teams stationed locally

Slick Gorilla unveils new game changing cream styler

Slick Gorilla, the men’s innovative hair care brand, known for creating game changing hair products, are excited to announce the launch of their latest product, the...

MyMicrobiome unveils World ́s First Microbiome-Friendly Pet Care for Dogs

WagWell, a leading innovator in pet care products, proudly announces the launch of the global first microbiome-friendly certified paw balm for dogs

Color Pulse: Gattefossé strengthens its position in makeup with its latest collection of formulas

Gattefossé, renowned for its skincare and sensory expertise, is making 2024 all about makeup. More than just a formulation kit, Color Pulse is the perfect opportunity to...

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Boosted by breakthrough innovation, and celebrity and influencer nail trends, it’s time for the neglected hand and nail care category to take the spotlight

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