Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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The Business of Beauty’s executive editor unpacks how shifting ideals, new players and cultural movements are transforming the global beauty and wellness industries.
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Sephora Wants in on Serious Skincare. Medik8 Provides an Answer.
This week, we dive into the L’Oréal-owned skincare label’s cross-channel push and Estée Lauder’s collapsed sale news.
Sephora Wants in on Serious Skincare. Medik8 Provides an Answer.
This week, we dive into the L’Oréal-owned skincare label’s cross-channel push and Estée Lauder’s collapsed sale news.
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The Great Gucci Beauty Handover
Priya Rao dives into the early transfer of one of cosmetics’ and fragrance’s most desirable licences and offers an update on Cos Bar.
The Great Gucci Beauty Handover
Priya Rao dives into the early transfer of one of cosmetics’ and fragrance’s most desirable licences and offers an update on Cos Bar.
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Will the Niche Perfume Boom Ever End?
This week’s newsletter tracks fragrance’s hottest segment, featuring the new master perfumers at DSM-Firmenich and an interview with Artessence Group CEO Patrice Béliard.
Will the Niche Perfume Boom Ever End?
This week’s newsletter tracks fragrance’s hottest segment, featuring the new master perfumers at DSM-Firmenich and an interview with Artessence Group CEO Patrice Béliard.
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Talking Luxury With L’Oréal’s Cyril Chapuy
Priya Rao parses the issues facing beauty’s highest price point with the president of L’Oréal Luxe.
Talking Luxury With L’Oréal’s Cyril Chapuy
Priya Rao parses the issues facing beauty’s highest price point with the president of L’Oréal Luxe.
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Dr. Muneeb Shah’s Remedy Is Ready for Primetime
Priya Rao has the exclusive details on a sought-after doctor brand’s hefty new investment and the converging worlds of expertise and influence.
Dr. Muneeb Shah’s Remedy Is Ready for Primetime
Priya Rao has the exclusive details on a sought-after doctor brand’s hefty new investment and the converging worlds of expertise and influence.
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A Mid-Year M&A Check-In
Priya Rao parses the current state of beauty deals with a spotlight on Waldencast’s sale of Obagi Medical.
A Mid-Year M&A Check-In
Priya Rao parses the current state of beauty deals with a spotlight on Waldencast’s sale of Obagi Medical.
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The Return of Marc Jacobs Beauty
This week is all about makeup, including an interview with Ngozi Esther Edeme, known on social media as @paintedbyesther, and Brennan Kilbane’s take on the long-awaited reintroduction of Marc Jacobs Beauty.
The Return of Marc Jacobs Beauty
This week is all about makeup, including an interview with Ngozi Esther Edeme, known on social media as @paintedbyesther, and Brennan Kilbane’s take on the long-awaited reintroduction of Marc Jacobs Beauty.
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What’s at Stake for Jo Malone London?
This week Priya Rao dives into one of fragrance’s biggest properties and why gourmand scents have gone bananas.
What’s at Stake for Jo Malone London?
This week Priya Rao dives into one of fragrance’s biggest properties and why gourmand scents have gone bananas.
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Beauty Is Inherently Political. In 2026, That’s a Problem.
This week, Priya Rao goes into it all: apolitical beauty brands, Armani sale rumours, Skky Partners’ undoing and more.
Beauty Is Inherently Political. In 2026, That’s a Problem.
This week, Priya Rao goes into it all: apolitical beauty brands, Armani sale rumours, Skky Partners’ undoing and more.
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Can Luxury Skincare Save Big Beauty?
This week, Priya Rao gets into the desirability of luxury skincare and Met Gala beauty.
Can Luxury Skincare Save Big Beauty?
This week, Priya Rao gets into the desirability of luxury skincare and Met Gala beauty.
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Around the World With Hailey Bieber’s Rhode
This week, Priya Rao has an interview with the most-talked-about founder in beauty, and dives into Swan’s viral bachelorette partnership.
Around the World With Hailey Bieber’s Rhode
This week, Priya Rao has an interview with the most-talked-about founder in beauty, and dives into Swan’s viral bachelorette partnership.
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The Real Reason Ulta Beauty World Was a Hit
This week, Priya Rao dives into the latest experiential beauty festival, Beiersdorf’s Nivea problems and Salone del Mobile’s perfume plays.
The Real Reason Ulta Beauty World Was a Hit
This week, Priya Rao dives into the latest experiential beauty festival, Beiersdorf’s Nivea problems and Salone del Mobile’s perfume plays.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.