Oura Seeks $2.2 Billion in US IPO
The smart ring maker plans to market 50 million shares for $40 to $44 each, according to filings, which could value the company as high as $14.1 billion.
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L’Oréal US Appoints New Head of Acquisitions
Ali Goldstein, previously US president of L’Oréal Paris, will help the conglomerate identify American brands for investment or purchase.
L’Oréal US Appoints New Head of Acquisitions
Ali Goldstein, previously US president of L’Oréal Paris, will help the conglomerate identify American brands for investment or purchase.
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Ulta Beauty Partners with Instacart
The retailer’s 1400-plus doors across the US will now offer same-day delivery through the Q-commerce app.
Ulta Beauty Partners with Instacart
The retailer’s 1400-plus doors across the US will now offer same-day delivery through the Q-commerce app.
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The Best of BoF 2024: When Beauty Trends Tap Culture
This year, marketing efforts for everything from skincare to fragrance targeted new cohorts — Gen Alpha, male athletes, pet owners, “MomTok” — and across more channels than ever.
The Best of BoF 2024: When Beauty Trends Tap Culture
This year, marketing efforts for everything from skincare to fragrance targeted new cohorts — Gen Alpha, male athletes, pet owners, “MomTok” — and across more channels than ever.
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The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Skincare’s Secret Weapon
Meet the tiny lab in Florida making the viral formulas you’ve been craving for the last four years — and those you’ll be craving tomorrow.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Skincare’s Secret Weapon
Meet the tiny lab in Florida making the viral formulas you’ve been craving for the last four years — and those you’ll be craving tomorrow.
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Influencers to Beauty Brands: Stop Sending Us So Much Stuff!
As influencers and editors become increasingly vocal about their distaste for excessive or opulent mailers, brands need to create more tailored strategies to maximise their reach — and their budget.
Influencers to Beauty Brands: Stop Sending Us So Much Stuff!
As influencers and editors become increasingly vocal about their distaste for excessive or opulent mailers, brands need to create more tailored strategies to maximise their reach — and their budget.
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The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: You’re Such a Tool
Brushes for makeup, hair, and even serum (really) are poised to go big in 2025.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: You’re Such a Tool
Brushes for makeup, hair, and even serum (really) are poised to go big in 2025.
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Bic Buys Tangle Teezer for $210 Million
The consumer goods firm, which also makes a range of stationery, lighters and razors, has acquired the hair brush firm from its private equity owners.
Bic Buys Tangle Teezer for $210 Million
The consumer goods firm, which also makes a range of stationery, lighters and razors, has acquired the hair brush firm from its private equity owners.
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The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Lipstick You Can Snuggle
Interior design’s shaggy, furry texture boom has already influenced the latest wave of cosmetic launches — and indicates more softness to come.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Lipstick You Can Snuggle
Interior design’s shaggy, furry texture boom has already influenced the latest wave of cosmetic launches — and indicates more softness to come.
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Unilever-Owned Nutrafol Appoints New Chief Executive
Chief marketing officer Cindy Gustafson will take the supplement brand Nutrafol’s reins in 2025, succeeding co-founder Giorgos Tsetis.
Unilever-Owned Nutrafol Appoints New Chief Executive
Chief marketing officer Cindy Gustafson will take the supplement brand Nutrafol’s reins in 2025, succeeding co-founder Giorgos Tsetis.
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Inside the Search for the Next Cerave
The L’Oréal-owned skincare line grew its sales almost five times between 2017 and 2021, riding a wave of enthusiasm for straightforward, affordable, expert-approved skincare, and becoming an industry-shaping force in beauty. Other mass brands are hoping for their moment in the spotlight.
Inside the Search for the Next Cerave
The L’Oréal-owned skincare line grew its sales almost five times between 2017 and 2021, riding a wave of enthusiasm for straightforward, affordable, expert-approved skincare, and becoming an industry-shaping force in beauty. Other mass brands are hoping for their moment in the spotlight.
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British Hairdressing Icon Trevor Sorbie Has Died
Sorbie was one of the British hairdressing industry’s most recognisable names, having created some of the ‘80s and ‘70s most iconic looks.
British Hairdressing Icon Trevor Sorbie Has Died
Sorbie was one of the British hairdressing industry’s most recognisable names, having created some of the ‘80s and ‘70s most iconic looks.
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Blake Lively Launches Hair Care Line
The line of shampoos, conditioners and hair masks, called Blake Brown, will launch Aug. 4, exclusively at the US retailer Target.
Blake Lively Launches Hair Care Line
The line of shampoos, conditioners and hair masks, called Blake Brown, will launch Aug. 4, exclusively at the US retailer Target.
The News in Brief
PR Agency CGC Launches Performance Media Division
Known for its premium beauty clients including Glossier and Hermès Beauty, the agency’s new division combines influencer marketing and AI insights.
The Commercial Case for Cooling Bangladesh’s Garment Factories
Investments to reduce heat stress for garment factory workers can pay for themselves within four years, a new report from Cornell University's Global Labor Institute finds.
Botswana Seeks Bigger De Beers Stake
Diamonds have underpinned the African country's economy since their discovery there in 1967.
Converse CEO Pledges Review Over Ad Critics Say Evoked KKK
The head of Converse promised to review internal processes and told employees he will make any necessary changes in an internal memo seen by Bloomberg.
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
Asos Names Law Roach ‘Stylist in Residence’
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’