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When the Supply Chain Becomes the Story

In an industry plagued by greenwashing and waning consumer interest in environmental impact, legacy brand Davines is betting on sustainability as lifestyle branding.

When the Supply Chain Becomes the Story

In an industry plagued by greenwashing and waning consumer interest in environmental impact, legacy brand Davines is betting on sustainability as lifestyle branding.


The Beauty Brands That Won Coachella

While Coachella’s official sponsors ranked high on visibility in the 'clout Olympics,' Rhode’s off-site festival had the most impact, according to data analysis.

The Beauty Brands That Won Coachella

While Coachella’s official sponsors ranked high on visibility in the 'clout Olympics,' Rhode’s off-site festival had the most impact, according to data analysis.


‘Euphoria’ and Half Magic Launch Makeup Collection

The hit HBO show’s lead makeup artist Donni Davy spoke exclusively to The Business of Beauty about how she brought ‘Euphoria’ makeup to market — and why it took so long.

‘Euphoria’ and Half Magic Launch Makeup Collection

The hit HBO show’s lead makeup artist Donni Davy spoke exclusively to The Business of Beauty about how she brought ‘Euphoria’ makeup to market — and why it took so long.


Opinion: Hair and Makeup Artists Deserve a New Deal

Beauty teams have long traded work for credits. That arrangement is ridiculously outdated, writes Sam McKnight.

Opinion: Hair and Makeup Artists Deserve a New Deal

Beauty teams have long traded work for credits. That arrangement is ridiculously outdated, writes Sam McKnight.


Can Scents Be Supplements?

Niche scent house Initio Parfums Privés is in the business of triggering joy with a brand new offering of functional fragrances, as a number of other perfume labels also use neuroscience as a niche.

Can Scents Be Supplements?

Niche scent house Initio Parfums Privés is in the business of triggering joy with a brand new offering of functional fragrances, as a number of other perfume labels also use neuroscience as a niche.


Maison Margiela’s Upmarket Fragrance Play

The L’Oréal-licensed fashion line is launching a new 'haute perfumery' collection, in addition to its more masstige Replica line, to capture an emerging class of scent ‘connoisseurs.'

Maison Margiela’s Upmarket Fragrance Play

The L’Oréal-licensed fashion line is launching a new 'haute perfumery' collection, in addition to its more masstige Replica line, to capture an emerging class of scent ‘connoisseurs.'


Why Matte Makeup Is Trending Again

Brands are filling their shelves with foundations, blushes and eyeshadows that shed their dew for a velvety finish. But getting shoppers excited will require a bit of shine.

Why Matte Makeup Is Trending Again

Brands are filling their shelves with foundations, blushes and eyeshadows that shed their dew for a velvety finish. But getting shoppers excited will require a bit of shine.


The Week Beauty M&A Went Wild

This week, Priya Rao examines M&A mania and Alix Earle’s entry into skincare.

The Week Beauty M&A Went Wild

This week, Priya Rao examines M&A mania and Alix Earle’s entry into skincare.


The New Beauty Maximalism

As several industry insiders forecast its decline, the 'clean girl' aesthetic continues to dominate beauty. But emerging makeup trends, and fascination with ‘2016 makeup,' signal consumer appetite for something new.

The New Beauty Maximalism

As several industry insiders forecast its decline, the 'clean girl' aesthetic continues to dominate beauty. But emerging makeup trends, and fascination with ‘2016 makeup,' signal consumer appetite for something new.


Why Estée Lauder Companies and Puig Need Each Other

The Spanish owner of Byredo, Rabanne and Charlotte Tilbury and the American conglomerate confirmed on Monday that they are in discussions to combine their businesses. A merger could reshape the beauty and fashion landscape.

Why Estée Lauder Companies and Puig Need Each Other

The Spanish owner of Byredo, Rabanne and Charlotte Tilbury and the American conglomerate confirmed on Monday that they are in discussions to combine their businesses. A merger could reshape the beauty and fashion landscape.


How Dwayne Johnson Made a Skincare Brand Men Actually Buy

The ‘everyman’ skincare market is moving towards premiumisation, as brands like Johnson’s Papatui ditch traditional one-note marketing for a more considered approach.

How Dwayne Johnson Made a Skincare Brand Men Actually Buy

The ‘everyman’ skincare market is moving towards premiumisation, as brands like Johnson’s Papatui ditch traditional one-note marketing for a more considered approach.


Where Grown-Ups Shop for Beauty

In the wake of Sephora tweens, brands and retailers have to win back Millennial and Gen-X shoppers who account for the lion’s share of beauty spend.

Where Grown-Ups Shop for Beauty

In the wake of Sephora tweens, brands and retailers have to win back Millennial and Gen-X shoppers who account for the lion’s share of beauty spend.