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.
How a Veteran Beauty Founder Plans to Win Gen Z
Gregg Renfrew, who launched Counter after buying Beautycounter out of foreclosure, is back with a new brand aimed at getting young shoppers excited about “clean” beauty.
How a Veteran Beauty Founder Plans to Win Gen Z
Gregg Renfrew, who launched Counter after buying Beautycounter out of foreclosure, is back with a new brand aimed at getting young shoppers excited about “clean” beauty.
The New Rules of Beauty Brand Loyalty
Onstage at The Business of Beauty Global Forum, Jamie Domenici, CMO of Klaviyo and Liz Cebron, CMO of Ilia, joined BoF’s Johanna Stout to explore how brands can navigate an increasingly complex customer engagement landscape and build lasting consumer relationships.
The New Rules of Beauty Brand Loyalty
Onstage at The Business of Beauty Global Forum, Jamie Domenici, CMO of Klaviyo and Liz Cebron, CMO of Ilia, joined BoF’s Johanna Stout to explore how brands can navigate an increasingly complex customer engagement landscape and build lasting consumer relationships.
Can Wellness Take Thai Beauty Global?
Kosé-owned Pañpuri is set to open 16 new sensory-focused boutiques across North Asia as demand grows for beauty products from Thailand.
Can Wellness Take Thai Beauty Global?
Kosé-owned Pañpuri is set to open 16 new sensory-focused boutiques across North Asia as demand grows for beauty products from Thailand.
How Amazon Beauty Is Redefining Discovery
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum, Amazon Beauty’s Wendy Franks joined BoF’s Annabel Bolton onstage to discuss the online retailer’s evolution from lower-funnel shopping destination to discovery engine.
How Amazon Beauty Is Redefining Discovery
At The Business of Beauty Global Forum, Amazon Beauty’s Wendy Franks joined BoF’s Annabel Bolton onstage to discuss the online retailer’s evolution from lower-funnel shopping destination to discovery engine.
South African Drugstore Empire Faces Succession Reckoning
As Dis-Chem’s chairman prepares to retire and current management rolls out ‘Health Hub’ concepts, investors are uncertain about the $1.7 billion pharmacy chain’s future.
South African Drugstore Empire Faces Succession Reckoning
As Dis-Chem’s chairman prepares to retire and current management rolls out ‘Health Hub’ concepts, investors are uncertain about the $1.7 billion pharmacy chain’s future.
Secret Alchemist, Sarelly and Borntostandout Are Among the Winners of The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026
From emerging challengers to established disruptors, this year's Global Awards winners are setting a new benchmark for beauty entrepreneurship.
Secret Alchemist, Sarelly and Borntostandout Are Among the Winners of The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026
From emerging challengers to established disruptors, this year's Global Awards winners are setting a new benchmark for beauty entrepreneurship.
The BoF Podcast | Oura CEO on the Future of Health Intelligence
One month after filing for an IPO, Tom Hale joined Imran Amed at The Business of Beauty Global Forum to lay out the company’s central thesis: that Oura is building the world’s first large physiological model, ‘continuously monitoring your body, learning from your physiology and helping you make better decisions.’
The BoF Podcast | Oura CEO on the Future of Health Intelligence
One month after filing for an IPO, Tom Hale joined Imran Amed at The Business of Beauty Global Forum to lay out the company’s central thesis: that Oura is building the world’s first large physiological model, ‘continuously monitoring your body, learning from your physiology and helping you make better decisions.’
Controlling Your Destiny: How Mona Kattan Reclaimed Her Voice
The founder of Kayali closed The Business of Beauty Global Forum by reflecting on her choice to carve out her fragrance label from the family business.
Controlling Your Destiny: How Mona Kattan Reclaimed Her Voice
The founder of Kayali closed The Business of Beauty Global Forum by reflecting on her choice to carve out her fragrance label from the family business.
Building the World of Health Tech: Oura’s Tom Hale on its IPO and What’s Next
The leader of the cutting-edge wearables firm, recently valued at $11 billion, told the audience at The Business of Beauty Global Forum that the business of health tech needs to be founded on retention and habit creation.
Building the World of Health Tech: Oura’s Tom Hale on its IPO and What’s Next
The leader of the cutting-edge wearables firm, recently valued at $11 billion, told the audience at The Business of Beauty Global Forum that the business of health tech needs to be founded on retention and habit creation.
The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Beauty’s New Future
Tom Hale, Violette Serrat, Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford and more explored what the future of beauty will look like, and who will shape it, in the final session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026.
The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Beauty’s New Future
Tom Hale, Violette Serrat, Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford and more explored what the future of beauty will look like, and who will shape it, in the final session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026.
Sephora CEO Guillaume Motte on Creating Demand and Scaling Desire
The beauty retailer’s chief executive spoke at day two of The Business of Beauty Global Forum about the strategies that have led to $5 billion in growth over the past three years.
Sephora CEO Guillaume Motte on Creating Demand and Scaling Desire
The beauty retailer’s chief executive spoke at day two of The Business of Beauty Global Forum about the strategies that have led to $5 billion in growth over the past three years.
The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Inside the Industry
Guillaume Motte, Jane Hertzmark Hudis and Cassandra Grey were among the speakers unpacking the most pressing topics for the industry in the second session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026.
The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Inside the Industry
Guillaume Motte, Jane Hertzmark Hudis and Cassandra Grey were among the speakers unpacking the most pressing topics for the industry in the second session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026.
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.