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.
Beauty
Analysis and advice on the fast-evolving beauty business.
Turning Brand Equity Into a Growth Engine for Beauty Players
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum, Front Row’s chief revenue officer Christopher Skinner joined BoF’s Yasmine Dahlberg on stage to explore why the beauty brands pulling ahead treat marketplaces, retail, DTC and AI discovery as one system.
Turning Brand Equity Into a Growth Engine for Beauty Players
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum, Front Row’s chief revenue officer Christopher Skinner joined BoF’s Yasmine Dahlberg on stage to explore why the beauty brands pulling ahead treat marketplaces, retail, DTC and AI discovery as one system.
Glossier’s Plan to Reignite Its Marketing Magic
As the beleagured Millennial beauty brand works on its turnaround, a campaign in partnership with the New York City Tourism Board recalls its early marketing stunts.
Glossier’s Plan to Reignite Its Marketing Magic
As the beleagured Millennial beauty brand works on its turnaround, a campaign in partnership with the New York City Tourism Board recalls its early marketing stunts.
Inside the BoF and Clinuvel Community Lunch Exploring the Future of Skin Health
Investors from Goldman Sachs, L Catterton and Bansk Beauty joined leaders from L’Oréal, Harrods, Space NK and Unilever at The Business of Beauty Global Forum to examine how advances in medicine, biotechnology and longevity are redefining the future of skin health.
Inside the BoF and Clinuvel Community Lunch Exploring the Future of Skin Health
Investors from Goldman Sachs, L Catterton and Bansk Beauty joined leaders from L’Oréal, Harrods, Space NK and Unilever at The Business of Beauty Global Forum to examine how advances in medicine, biotechnology and longevity are redefining the future of skin health.
Opinion: China’s Next Big Export Could Be Beauty
Although overseas sales of Chinese beauty brands are roughly half those of South Korea, the gap is narrowing, thanks to C-beauty’s popularity in Southeast Asia, writes Juliana Liu.
Opinion: China’s Next Big Export Could Be Beauty
Although overseas sales of Chinese beauty brands are roughly half those of South Korea, the gap is narrowing, thanks to C-beauty’s popularity in Southeast Asia, writes Juliana Liu.
How Beauty Can Still Woo Venture Capital
Venture capital investments in beauty may be far from their DTC-era peak, but brands are still securing early-stage funds with firms across categories.
How Beauty Can Still Woo Venture Capital
Venture capital investments in beauty may be far from their DTC-era peak, but brands are still securing early-stage funds with firms across categories.
The BoF Podcast | Mona Kattan on Finding the Courage to Go It Alone
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026 in Napa Valley, California, Mona Kattan discusses stepping away from the Huda Beauty shadow, the creation of luxury fragrance brand Kayali, and building a long lasting vision for herself.
The BoF Podcast | Mona Kattan on Finding the Courage to Go It Alone
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026 in Napa Valley, California, Mona Kattan discusses stepping away from the Huda Beauty shadow, the creation of luxury fragrance brand Kayali, and building a long lasting vision for herself.
Exclusive: Can Refy Conquer Europe?
After an encouraging launch in the Middle East, the cult Manchester-based label Refy is betting on the dominance of its core aesthetic by expanding its physical presence to a new continent.
Exclusive: Can Refy Conquer Europe?
After an encouraging launch in the Middle East, the cult Manchester-based label Refy is betting on the dominance of its core aesthetic by expanding its physical presence to a new continent.
Sephora Brings Beauty Leaders Together at The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026
Founders and executives from brands including Rare Beauty, ILIA Beauty, Summer Fridays, Merit Beauty and Danessa Myricks Beauty gathered at Stanly Ranch to discuss the partnerships shaping the industry’s future.
Sephora Brings Beauty Leaders Together at The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026
Founders and executives from brands including Rare Beauty, ILIA Beauty, Summer Fridays, Merit Beauty and Danessa Myricks Beauty gathered at Stanly Ranch to discuss the partnerships shaping the industry’s future.
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.
The Emerging Niche Fragrance Hotspots
From New York’s “Perfume Alley” to London’s Mayfair, the next generation of niche perfume brands are creating veritable fragrance districts across shopping destinations in major cities.
The Emerging Niche Fragrance Hotspots
From New York’s “Perfume Alley” to London’s Mayfair, the next generation of niche perfume brands are creating veritable fragrance districts across shopping destinations in major cities.
The Festival Where Haircutting Is a Spectator Sport
At Sydney’s Hair festival, professionals from the hair industry put their locks on show — and jostle for a view of the live cutting competition.
The Festival Where Haircutting Is a Spectator Sport
At Sydney’s Hair festival, professionals from the hair industry put their locks on show — and jostle for a view of the live cutting competition.
The Next Chapter for Founder-Led Beauty Brands
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026, Unilever Prestige CEO Mary Carmen Gasco-Buisson joined K18 founder and CEO Suveen Sahib and Tatcha founder Vicky Tsai to discuss scaling founder-led beauty brands.
The Next Chapter for Founder-Led Beauty Brands
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026, Unilever Prestige CEO Mary Carmen Gasco-Buisson joined K18 founder and CEO Suveen Sahib and Tatcha founder Vicky Tsai to discuss scaling founder-led beauty brands.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
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.
Ruka Hair Enters Sephora
The UK biotech beauty label and its alternative hair extensions is the first addition to what the retailer calls a ‘brand new category.’
Bluemercury Appoints New CEO
Alexandre Choueiri joins the retailer from Kering Beauté Americas, where he also served as chief executive.
Brazil’s Natura Revenue Drops on Lower Domestic Sales
The cosmetics maker said it is taking measures to restore growth in Brazil, including supply-chain adjustments and an acceleration in franchise store openings.
Estée Lauder Boosts Cost of Restructuring Moves to $1.75 Billion
The US conglomerate forecasts restructuring costs of $1.75 billion, up from $1.55 billion previously, owing to job cuts and workforce reductions in addition to other expenses.
Coty and Kering Agree to Early Transfer of Gucci Beauty Licence to L’Oréal
Coty will receive approximately $400 million and continue to operate the brand until at least June 30, 2027, terminating its prior agreement a year earlier than originally signed.