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LVMH names veteran executive Micheal Burke Americas Chairman and CEO

The luxury giant has installed Burke to lead the region amid a slowdown in luxury spending

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The future of fragrance: How AI is changing the way we discover scent

From language-based scent matching to personalised perfume journeys, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping fragrance retail and redefining the relationship between...
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L’Oréal Paris appoints singer Charlotte Cardin as ambassador in Canada & France

The singer and mental health advocate will represent the beauty brand in both Canada and France, aligning with its message of empowerment and self-worth

Henkel taps Rajat Agarwal as new North America President

The Henkel veteran and packaging innovator will lead the consumer goods giant’s North America business, replacing Pernille Lind Olsen

DSM-Firmenich names new Fine Fragrances President to lead business ‘into a new era’

Jonathan Simon will step up to the role after leading the fragrance and flavour companies P&G account

Byredo founder Ben Gorham departs cult fragrance brand

The independent fragrance brand’s founder and Chief Creative Officer is stepping down three years after the company was acquired by Puig

Harvey Nichols names Lucy McPhail Beauty Buying & Merchandising Director

The appointment comes as the luxury retailer accelerates its transformation strategy with a sharpened focus on core fashion and beauty categories

Harvey Nichols Beauty Director Clare Horner departs

Departure comes as luxury retailer embarks on major restructuring and renewed focus on core categories

L’Oréal names new Lancôme boss as Françoise Lehmann steps down

Vania Lacascade will succeed her as Global Brand President of the premium brand

The power of recognition: Winners share how the Pure Beauty Awards transformed their brands

As entries for the 2025 edition are in full swing, past winners reflect on how their victories have reshaped their businesses

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Nicola Formichetti named Global Creative Director of MAC Cosmetics

Former Mugler and Diesel visionary to lead brand’s next chapter in global creative strategy

L’Oréal Paris names Laetitia Toupet-Delon Global Brand President

The L’Oréal veteran succeeds Delphine Viguer-Hovasse, who is stepping up to lead innovation across the group

Estée Lauder Companies appoints first Chief Technology, Data and Analytics Officer

The appointment comes as part of ELC CEO Stéphane de La Faverie’s ongoing ‘Beauty Reimagined’ business transformation plans

Shiseido Americas CEO Ron Gee departs amid sales slowdown

Shiseido’s top boss in America and global M&A lead has left amid a decline in sales at the Japanese beauty giant

Unilever appoints Jean-Phillippe Courtois R&D Director for Prestige business

The move follows a leadership change at the division, which includes brands such as K18, Living Proof and Hourglass

L’Oréal names new President of Dermatological Beauty Division for North America

Veteran Damien Favre will oversee beauty brands such as La Roche-Posay and SkinCeuticals in the region

Space NK founder Nicky Kinnaird appointed Non-Executive Director at Philip Kingsley

The British hair care brand says Kinnaird will bring visionary leadership to drive growth

L’Oréal veteran Carol Hamilton to retire after 40 years

Hamilton will continue to work in the beauty industry, helping to build brands

No7 names new Global Brand Director

Leanne Carden, previously digital lead at No7, will take on the role

Superdrug owner AS Watson appoints new Property Director

Clare Jennings will take over from Nigel Duxbury in the summer

Wella company CEO Annie Young-Scrivner resigns

The board has appointed Glenn K Murphy as the new Executive Chair to oversee the company

Lush accused of exploiting freelance workers during Christmas rush

Flexi work apps promoted by TikTok influencers are being alleged to lack basic employment rights

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Arthur Edward launches 2025 beauty industry Salary Survey

Arthur Edward Recruitment has launched its 2025 Salary Survey, and is calling on professionals in the beauty, cosmetics, and personal care industry to participate

Revive Collagen appoints Morgane De Serna as Global Head of Ecommerce and Digital

Revive Collagen, Europe’s fastest-growing ingestible collagen brand, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Morgane De Serna as Global Head of Ecommerce and Digital.

Asquan welcomes Silvia Noris as new VP of Sales for Italy, Spain, and the UK

Leading beauty packaging and innovation company strengthens its team with new strategic hire

Kolmar Korea appoints global experts to speed up its presence in North America

Establishing a production-sales-R&D triad to accelerate overseas cosmetics ODM market expansion

Amanda Jepson appointed as President of Biova, LLC

Biova, LLC is pleased to announce the promotion of Amanda Jepson from Vice President of Business Development to President, effective July 29, 2024

Siltech welcomes Ben Brockbank to the team

Siltech shares: "Congratulations to our newest team member, Ben Brockbank, who will serve as our personal care Sales Manager for Northern Europe!"

Blush and Bloom with Stephanie Houghton: Shaping the Future of Cosmetics Recruitment

Stephanie Houghton, well-known for her expertise in sourcing top-tier talent for the cosmetics and personal care industry, has recently launched her own, bespoke...

Arthur Edward Salary Survey: Gathering information and insights across the beauty industry

Arthur Edward Recruitment has launched its 2024 Salary Survey for the beauty, cosmetics and personal care industry

New Vice President at Mibelle Biochemistry USA

Mibelle Biochemistry announces that Michael (Mike) Conti joined the company as Vice President Mibelle Biochemistry USA, effective January 1st, 2024, leading the US sales...

Revive Collagen appoints former Holland and Barrett Director

Revive Collagen, the UK's leading ingestible collagen brand. Announces a significant appointment to its team. Sophie Rose, who previously served as Business Unit Director...

Recruitment specialists Lavandi Talent open new offices in Central London

Lavandi Talent, who are well known for their experience in placing candidates in a variety of roles within the health and beauty industry, have launched a new office at 14...

How cosmetics brands are protecting themselves from eCommerce fraud

In a world that increasingly leans digital, the beauty industry isn't just about perfecting the next big makeup trend or skincare revolution

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