Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
cosmetics
Partner Content
Unlocking Innovative Pathways for the Beauty Professionals of Tomorrow
The award-winning educational programme Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is designed to provide accelerated and affordable pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. Now, BoF speaks to founder and CEO Francis Tesmer and three of its graduates to learn how Lead is shaping the future for beauty professionals.
Unlocking Innovative Pathways for the Beauty Professionals of Tomorrow
The award-winning educational programme Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is designed to provide accelerated and affordable pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. Now, BoF speaks to founder and CEO Francis Tesmer and three of its graduates to learn how Lead is shaping the future for beauty professionals.
Beauty
Glossier Launches Swing State Ad Campaign
The brand will run billboard and digital ads urging voter registration in Georgia, Michigan, and elsewhere until Nov. 5.
Glossier Launches Swing State Ad Campaign
The brand will run billboard and digital ads urging voter registration in Georgia, Michigan, and elsewhere until Nov. 5.
Beauty
Revlon Names Michelle Peluso Its New CEO
Peluso joins the firm from drugstore chain CVS Health, where she was chief customer and experience officer, and replaces interim chief executive Liz Smith.
Revlon Names Michelle Peluso Its New CEO
Peluso joins the firm from drugstore chain CVS Health, where she was chief customer and experience officer, and replaces interim chief executive Liz Smith.
Beauty
Urban Decay’s ‘Naked’ Relaunch Is a Hit. Now Comes the Hard Part.
The L’Oréal-owned cosmetics brand discontinued its first smash hit product, the Naked eyeshadow palette, in 2018. It’s hoping a limited edition re-run could hold the key to a wider brand reboot.
Urban Decay’s ‘Naked’ Relaunch Is a Hit. Now Comes the Hard Part.
The L’Oréal-owned cosmetics brand discontinued its first smash hit product, the Naked eyeshadow palette, in 2018. It’s hoping a limited edition re-run could hold the key to a wider brand reboot.
Global Markets
The African Beauty Retailers Global Brands Rely On
From Kenya to Nigeria and Angola to Morocco, multi-brand retailers across Africa are helping global brands access high-growth emerging markets still untapped by major chains like Sephora.
The African Beauty Retailers Global Brands Rely On
From Kenya to Nigeria and Angola to Morocco, multi-brand retailers across Africa are helping global brands access high-growth emerging markets still untapped by major chains like Sephora.
Marketing
Beauty Brands’ New Method for Driving Loyalty
Blockchain rewards platforms have scored big partnerships with brands like Ulta Beauty and Glossier in recent weeks, offering beauty brands a new way to connect with fans and reward loyalty.
Beauty Brands’ New Method for Driving Loyalty
Blockchain rewards platforms have scored big partnerships with brands like Ulta Beauty and Glossier in recent weeks, offering beauty brands a new way to connect with fans and reward loyalty.
Beauty
The Tricky Politics of the ‘No Makeup’ Look
In a recent Vogue editorial, celebrity bride Olivia Culpo spoke about skipping mascara and lip liner on her wedding day, touching off a fierce debate about what ‘no makeup’ really is.
The Tricky Politics of the ‘No Makeup’ Look
In a recent Vogue editorial, celebrity bride Olivia Culpo spoke about skipping mascara and lip liner on her wedding day, touching off a fierce debate about what ‘no makeup’ really is.
Partner Content
At Inglot, Leveraging Local Production Amid Global Expansion
Makeup and skincare brand Inglot is ramping up its distribution strategy as it leans into its core value of delivering scientific, research-driven skincare and makeup products. BoF sits down with its newly-appointed CEO to learn more.
At Inglot, Leveraging Local Production Amid Global Expansion
Makeup and skincare brand Inglot is ramping up its distribution strategy as it leans into its core value of delivering scientific, research-driven skincare and makeup products. BoF sits down with its newly-appointed CEO to learn more.
Beauty
Rabanne Announces Troye Sivan as Ambassador
Sivan will be the brand’s first makeup ambassador. His inaugural campaign is as the face of the new Fresh Touch Foundation.
Rabanne Announces Troye Sivan as Ambassador
Sivan will be the brand’s first makeup ambassador. His inaugural campaign is as the face of the new Fresh Touch Foundation.
Beauty
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: A Vibe Check for Sustainable Brands
Will they fare better than sustainable fashion labels?
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: A Vibe Check for Sustainable Brands
Will they fare better than sustainable fashion labels?
Beauty
Why Everyone Is in Love With Blush Again
Once thought of as a somewhat dowdy, staid product, younger consumers are now embracing blush, wearing multiple products, formulas and shades as part of their daily look.
Why Everyone Is in Love With Blush Again
Once thought of as a somewhat dowdy, staid product, younger consumers are now embracing blush, wearing multiple products, formulas and shades as part of their daily look.
Partner Content
At Front Row, Accelerating New Routes to the Consumer
Formed of five different agencies with complementing areas of expertise, Front Row partners with beauty, health, wellness, and consumer brands to accelerate their e-commerce growth. Here, its chief brand officer, Christopher Skinner, shares the challenges and opportunities in reaching new consumers.
At Front Row, Accelerating New Routes to the Consumer
Formed of five different agencies with complementing areas of expertise, Front Row partners with beauty, health, wellness, and consumer brands to accelerate their e-commerce growth. Here, its chief brand officer, Christopher Skinner, shares the challenges and opportunities in reaching new consumers.
The News in Brief
Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.
Alexandre Arnault Joins Nike’s Board of Directors
The LVMH executive joins Nike’s board as the sportswear giant prepares to be removed from the S&P 100 index after nearly two decades.
Matthieu Blazy, Sarah Burton, Haider Ackermann Among Nominees for BFC Designer of the Year
The Fashion Awards ceremony, set for Nov. 30, will also recognise the BFC’s second Vanguard award recipient, recognising emerging British design talent.
Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.