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Beauty on-demand: 7 cosmetics series to stream right now

Netflix, the BBC, Apple and Facebook have all released binge-worthy cosmetics content in recent months – and here’s why

Pure Beauty Global Awards 2020 finalists revealed

The Pure Beauty Global Awards is thrilled to reveal the most innovative and creative beauty products of the year

Fashion Week AW 2020: 5 beauty trends from London, New York and Milan

Cosmetics Business explores the upcoming hair and make-up trends from the catwalk

Packaging trends: All wrapped up in the one place

Taking place on 13-14 May 2020 in Amsterdam, Cosmetics Business Live will address the latest packaging trends and innovations and advise brands on how to implement them

Why the secondhand beauty industry is a 'risk not worth taking' in 2020

A new and unregulated market is emerging in used cosmetics as consumers begin trading a new beauty commodity

'We need to stop talking about being clean': Drunk Elephant founder on life with Shiseido

She is hailed by skin care fans as the queen of ‘clean’ beauty. But here, Drunk Elephant’s founder Tiffany Masterson reveals why she is trying to scrub off the reputation

Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest wellness trends in new report

Wellness is becoming 'the code word for beauty'. This report reveals the white space opportunities for brands

'If the British government were execs, they'd be sacked': The beauty industry reflects on Brexit

As Britain leaves the EU on 31 January, beauty experts and brand owners reflect on the biggest political upheaval the country has seen in a lifetime and what it means for business

Cosmetics Business reveals 5 key trends shaping the rise of beauty activism

Beauty has become a playground for activism. It may not always be a safe space for brands to play in, but those who get it right have much to gain

How can beauty brands tap into the brow lamination trend in 2020?

A 'perm for the eyebrow', the Instagram trend has converted into major sales thanks to influencers and celebrities sporting the fuller, affordable look

'Who we are doesn't matter': Why Estée Laundry wants you to stop focusing on its identity

Estée Laundry, the Instagram account the beauty industry loves to hate, talks to Cosmetics Business about its offline plans and sparking conversation

Why is the beauty industry still failing people with disabilities?

Beauty brands are more inclusive than ever, but the world's largest minority group are being left behind when it comes to product launches and representation

New decade, new do: 5 hairstyles to inspire consumers in 2020

There’s no better way to start a new year than with a new ‘do. Jump into 2020 with these high energy launches and hairstyles that are easy to recreate

The 10 beauty brands that defined the 2010s

From start-ups to conglomerates, these brands have changed the conversation around beauty forever

Cosmetics Business forecasts 5 Global Beauty Trends of 2020 in new report

In the year and decade ahead, beauty brands must go beyond product, and contribute positively to the world

These beauty gadgets are brightening up the teeth whitening market

More indie brands are partnering with influencers to create at-home treatments, an alternative to the growing illegal trade

Why is modern day slavery thriving in the beauty industry?

Cosmetics Business removes the polish of the nail industry to uncover how modern slavery has entered the high street

Call for speakers: Lead the discussion at Cosmetics Business Live 2020!

Cosmetics Business announces the launch of Cosmetics Business Live 2020, due to be held in Amsterdam next year

Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 key bath and body trends in new report

Amid a dynamic and fast-changing bath and body care market, brand distinction, and a driving purpose, is everything

Meet Sophia Hutchins: Beauty CEO, Jenner-Kardashian insider and reluctant influencer

In an interview with Cosmetics Business, the businesswoman explains how she landed multi-million dollar investment for her Silicon Valley-approved sun care brand Lumasol

Disco daze: The beauty brands embracing the Studio 54 trend for Christmas 2019

Make-up brands are channelling their inner dancing queen with bold glitter and strobe highlights

The Mighty Moustache: How to wear your facial hair for Movember 2019

From gunslinger to goatee, help your customers take their ‘taches to new lengths this Movember

Nyx founder opens up about life after L'Oréal's $500m buyout: "I needed to roll up my sleeves"

Toni Ko, one of the richest women in America, bets on the next evolution of influencers for her new make-up venture

Pure Beauty Awards 2019: Winners revealed!

Pure Beauty's annual awards ceremony honoured the best in beauty last night at a rebel-themed evening held at London's 8 Northumberland Avenue

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