With corporate buyers closing a number of key deals during the past 12 months, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) continue to boom in the beauty and cosmetics sector. In particular, activity in the mid-market is illustrative of strong interest in fresh challenger brands and new innovations, while growth opportunities available in emerging markets continue to draw the attention of acquisitive companies.
Mergers & Acquisitions: The beauty of investment
Following numerous mergers and acquisitions in the beauty sector over the last 12 months, Gareth Iley, Head of Consumer at Clearwater International, examines current trends and opportunities for mid-market businesses
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Pai Skincare’s new launch is inspired by closed down rival Ren Clean Skincare
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Pai Skincare’s new launch is inspired by closed down rival Ren Clean Skincare
Pai Skincare claims the spirit of the Unilever-owned beauty brand, which shuttered in May 2025, lives on in its newest launch, daily tonic Bright Now – which pays homage to Ren Clean Skincare’s cult item Ready Steady Glow
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Cushion compacts have risen in popularity. These are 2026’s best launches so far
The K-beauty-inspired complexion sub-category is growing in popularity as make-up brands across the globe invest in cushion compacts. But what makes these products so popular and are they more than a passing trend?
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Battle of the lashes: why major beauty players are eyeing blockbuster mascara launches
Driven by innovation and premiumisation, the mascara category is outperforming amid softness in the wider make-up category, with players such as L’Oréal, Estée Lauder Companies and Coty all competing to claim the top spot
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Coty Interim CEO Markus Strobel provides update on Gucci licence situation
Strobel, speaking during a Q&A session as part of Coty’s Q3 2026 financial update, reaffirmed the French beauty giant’s position on its licence to produce Kering-owned Gucci’s beauty and fragrance lines, which will move to L’Oréal in 2028