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The Meghan effect: How the royals influence beauty

The Meghan effect: How the royals influence beauty

As royal wedding fever hits the nation, Cosmetics Business looks at the ongoing influence of global royalty – from Kate Middleton to Sheikh Majed Al-Sabah – on the beauty industry
Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest male beauty trends of 2018 in new report

Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest male beauty trends of 2018 in new report

Brands are calling time on male stereotypes, a new face of masculinity is emerging and the historical category name ‘male grooming’ is being rejected. The sector is on the brink of major change
Munroe Bergdorf opens up about diversity in the beauty industry

Munroe Bergdorf opens up about diversity in the beauty industry

Trans model and activist Munroe Bergdorf tells Cosmetics Business why brands need to stop seeing influencers as empty vessels if they really want to embrace diversity in a meaningful way
How to impress Harrods' Head of Beauty

How to impress Harrods' Head of Beauty

Mia Collins on how new beauty brands can break into the luxury Knightsbridge retailer
7 things people really believe about natural beauty brands

7 things people really believe about natural beauty brands

Cosmetics Business has exclusively partnered with Your Beauty Club to uncover consumer behaviour and attitudes to organic and natural beauty products
Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest ethical beauty trends of 2018 in new report

Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest ethical beauty trends of 2018 in new report

Millennials and Gen Zs are looking beyond product to discover a brand's ethical value – and calling time on those who fail to live up to their claims
Pure Beauty Global Awards 2018 shortlist revealed!

Pure Beauty Global Awards 2018 shortlist revealed!

Has your brand made it to the final round of the Pure Beauty Global Awards? Scroll down to find out!
Transparent business: 9 beauty brands proving why honesty is the best policy

Transparent business: 9 beauty brands proving why honesty is the best policy

Transparency and ethical beauty is no longer the domain of a select few, but is now becoming the industry norm
Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest skin care trends of 2018 in new report

Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest skin care trends of 2018 in new report

Miracle potions are out – and in their place, transparency and efficacy are moving rapidly in. From fast masks to personalised devices and beyond, next-gen skin care has arrived
9 things to know about how consumers like to buy beauty products online

9 things to know about how consumers like to buy beauty products online

Cosmetics Business has exclusively partnered with Your Beauty Club to uncover consumer behaviour and attitudes to online shopping
Boy bands, body care and bacteria: The trends to expect from K-beauty in 2018

Boy bands, body care and bacteria: The trends to expect from K-beauty in 2018

As Korean beauty continues to reign supreme, here are the trends taking off in the region this year
Nails Inc founder Thea Green on how to launch a sister brand with staying power

Nails Inc founder Thea Green on how to launch a sister brand with staying power

From meeting the Queen to 'Instagrammable' NPD, Thea Green talks to Cosmetics Business about her new lipstick business INC.redible
How to impress a Selfridges beauty buyer

How to impress a Selfridges beauty buyer

You've just finished creating your new product, but now the daunting task of securing retail listings is on the horizon. Here's what might attract the attention of Emily Saunders, Beauty Buyer at Selfridges
Why Orveda's co-founder is championing 'inclusive difference'

Why Orveda's co-founder is championing 'inclusive difference'

Beauty veteran and former President of Lancôme, Sue Y Nabi, reveals the secrets to luxury skin care and why the industry needs to embrace diversity – but not at the risk of the bigger picture
Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest 'healthy beauty' trends of 2018 in new report

Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 biggest 'healthy beauty' trends of 2018 in new report

Healthy and clean beauty is inspiring some of the biggest industry trends, from microbiome body care to anti-pollution skin care – and that's only just the beginning
Going it alone: How beauty brands are welcoming in a new era of retail

Going it alone: How beauty brands are welcoming in a new era of retail

More and more beauty brands are prioritising standalone flagship stores over department store concessions to create a 'sweet shop effect' and shoppers are hooked

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