Mexican Makeup Label Sarelly Raises $3 Million
The funding will be used to power the brand’s expansion into the US, including a nationwide rollout in Target’s Beauty Studio.
Beauty
Analysis and advice on the fast-evolving beauty business.
Inside South Korea’s Cosmetic Tourism Boom
Korea’s medical tourism sector is thriving — but strict defamation laws, cultural differences and nationwide doctors’ strikes present unique challenges to foreigners seeking medical and aesthetic treatments in the global beauty capital.
Inside South Korea’s Cosmetic Tourism Boom
Korea’s medical tourism sector is thriving — but strict defamation laws, cultural differences and nationwide doctors’ strikes present unique challenges to foreigners seeking medical and aesthetic treatments in the global beauty capital.
How Beiersdorf Spots Opportunities Amid Beauty’s Slowdown
Beiersdorf chief executive Vincent Warnery explains how the company is offsetting China and US headwinds through new product launches, hero ingredients and expansion into fast-growing markets for The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2.
How Beiersdorf Spots Opportunities Amid Beauty’s Slowdown
Beiersdorf chief executive Vincent Warnery explains how the company is offsetting China and US headwinds through new product launches, hero ingredients and expansion into fast-growing markets for The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2.
Just Dough It!
The rise of bread-inspired fragrances is a continuation of the Gen-Z gourmand trend, a nod to to the rise of 'comfort commerce' — and a potential link to the rise in #SkinnyTok content.
Just Dough It!
The rise of bread-inspired fragrances is a continuation of the Gen-Z gourmand trend, a nod to to the rise of 'comfort commerce' — and a potential link to the rise in #SkinnyTok content.
Why Ulta Beauty Bought Space NK
The US retailer’s surprise buyout of the London-based upmarket chain is in line with its recent business overall, which puts global expansion at the core of future growth.
Why Ulta Beauty Bought Space NK
The US retailer’s surprise buyout of the London-based upmarket chain is in line with its recent business overall, which puts global expansion at the core of future growth.
Satoshi Kuwata’s Perfume Dreams Come True
Setchu’s debut collection of five fragrances will be sold at Dover Street Market in September after an unveiling at Pitti Fragranze in Milan, founder Satoshi Kuwata exclusively told The Business of Beauty.
Satoshi Kuwata’s Perfume Dreams Come True
Setchu’s debut collection of five fragrances will be sold at Dover Street Market in September after an unveiling at Pitti Fragranze in Milan, founder Satoshi Kuwata exclusively told The Business of Beauty.
Ulta Beauty Acquires Space NK
The deal gives the US specialty retailer a strong footprint in the UK market as it looks to drive international growth.
Ulta Beauty Acquires Space NK
The deal gives the US specialty retailer a strong footprint in the UK market as it looks to drive international growth.
LA’s Uneven Road to Post-Fire Recovery
Six months after the Eaton and Palisades fires, fashion and beauty businesses are just starting to imagine what rebuilding will look like in a world increasingly beset by climate change-related disasters.
LA’s Uneven Road to Post-Fire Recovery
Six months after the Eaton and Palisades fires, fashion and beauty businesses are just starting to imagine what rebuilding will look like in a world increasingly beset by climate change-related disasters.
Puig’s CEO Knows How Brands Can Cut Through the Noise
The elevated feel of prestige beauty can seem out of place in a digital world that rewards instant impact and short-term virality. Marc Puig, chairman and chief executive of Spanish beauty conglomerate Puig, told The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2 that marketing success requires fresh thinking.
Puig’s CEO Knows How Brands Can Cut Through the Noise
The elevated feel of prestige beauty can seem out of place in a digital world that rewards instant impact and short-term virality. Marc Puig, chairman and chief executive of Spanish beauty conglomerate Puig, told The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2 that marketing success requires fresh thinking.
A 36-Year-Old Beauty Mogul Is South Korea’s Newest Billionaire
APR Corp. has become a dominant force in the global K-beauty market, turning its founder, Kim Byung Hoon, into South Korea’s newest billionaire.
A 36-Year-Old Beauty Mogul Is South Korea’s Newest Billionaire
APR Corp. has become a dominant force in the global K-beauty market, turning its founder, Kim Byung Hoon, into South Korea’s newest billionaire.
From AI to Retail, Beauty’s New Marketing Playbook
As growth marketing becomes even more expensive in a crowded market, beauty leaders must rebuild their creative marketing muscle and make bold choices, finds The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2.
From AI to Retail, Beauty’s New Marketing Playbook
As growth marketing becomes even more expensive in a crowded market, beauty leaders must rebuild their creative marketing muscle and make bold choices, finds The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2.
Space NK Bets on Young Shoppers With New London Megastore
The attention-grabbing new store on London’s Oxford Street is the British chain’s most ambitious gambit yet, and joins a flock of global beauty retailers debuting flagships packed with experiential elements.
Space NK Bets on Young Shoppers With New London Megastore
The attention-grabbing new store on London’s Oxford Street is the British chain’s most ambitious gambit yet, and joins a flock of global beauty retailers debuting flagships packed with experiential elements.
Who Could Buy Coty’s Brands?
Rumours have swirled in recent weeks that the American cosmetics company is looking to offload its consumer and prestige brands. In a cooling market and with a mixed portfolio, finding buyers is a hard sell.
Who Could Buy Coty’s Brands?
Rumours have swirled in recent weeks that the American cosmetics company is looking to offload its consumer and prestige brands. In a cooling market and with a mixed portfolio, finding buyers is a hard sell.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Bath & Body Works Lifts Annual Profit Forecast on Digital Demand
The US fragrance giant raised its full-year profit forecast and beat estimates for second-quarter results, benefiting from demand for its products on digital channels, despite a decline in store traffic.
India Investigates Fragrance Giants Over Price Collusion, Document Shows
Global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances face a second antitrust investigation by Indian authorities, according to a regulatory document seen by Reuters.
Avon North America Acquired By Regent, Appoints New CEO
The legacy beauty brand's US and Canada divisions will join the investment firm's portfolio, which also includes Avon International.
Coty Beats Quarterly Revenue, Calls Fiscal 2027 ‘Transition Year’ on Business Overhaul
The cosmetics giant has also appointed Soraya Benchikh as chief financial officer, replacing Laurent Mercier.
Estée Lauder Forecasts Annual Profit Above Estimates on Strong China Demand
The US cosmetics giant lifted its profit guidance on Wednesday, betting on sustained spending on premium fragrances and strong performance in China.
China’s Biggest Beauty Firm to Expand in US With Ulta Deal
Proya Cosmetics is partnering with the beauty retailer to grow in the US as it faces fierce competition in its home market.
Allies of Skin’s Founder Nicolas Travis Has Resigned
The Singapore-based luxury skincare brand has also appointed Alicia Valencia as interim president.