L’Oréal Joins Forces With Nykaa to Invest in Indian Beauty Brands
BOLD, the French conglomerate’s venture capital fund, will collaborate with retailer Nykaa to invest in the next generation of Indian beauty brands.
Beauty
Analysis and advice on the fast-evolving beauty business.
How ‘Millennial Cringe’ Is Reshaping Makeup
Customers across various generational cohorts are changing their routines for fear of looking out of date — not looking their age.
‘An Element of Exploitation’: The World of TikTok Child Skincare Influencers
Experts say regulation of child influencers sits in a legal grey area as children promote products on social media.
The Search for the Next Blockbuster Influencer Brand
A new generation of brands like Alix Earle’s acne line shows that launches can still beat influencer brand fatigue.
Opinion: Are Peptides Just Snake Oil? Don’t Ask the FDA.
US health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s push to deregulate peptides purports to make buying the drugs less fraught, but doesn’t give people what they really need: evidence they work and are safe, writes Bloomberg’s Lisa Jarvis.
Japanese Culture Is Global. Why Isn’t J-Beauty?
The nation is a major exporter of entertainment, fashion and cuisine, but its skincare and cosmetics output has contracted recently as global competitors have gained.
Pat McGrath Labs Exits Bankruptcy With a New Owner
A US bankruptcy judge said on Friday she would approve the cosmetic brand’s restructure, which sees new owner GDA Luma assuming control of the new company.
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.
Has ‘Euphoria’-Inspired Makeup Missed Its Moment?
This week, Priya Rao gets into the fate of maximalist beauty looks and LVMH’s latest update.
The New Playbook for Winning Gen Z Beauty Shoppers
Gen Z is turning beauty into a social sport, blending AI, ingredient obsession and a preference for in-store shopping. But only brands with real credibility and community cachet will convert curiosity into lasting loyalty.
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.
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.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Private Equity Firm Inflexion Invests in Manucurist
The European investor, which previously backed Medik8, has taken a 49 percent stake in the premium French nail line.
Novo Nordisk Looks to Target Hair Loss in Consumer Push
The maker of Ozempic and Wegovy seeks to expand its direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical business as rival Eli Lilly outpaces in weight-loss drugs.
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.
Luxury Perfume Line Roja London Acquired by Extravaganza Beauty
Master perfumer and founder Roja Dove will remain with the brand in a new consultancy role.
Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
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.
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.”