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.
The Debrief | How Tweens Took Over the Beauty Aisle
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young speaks with Priya Rao, executive editor at The Business of Beauty, about tweens’ rising influence in beauty and how brands are catering to this young and increasingly influential demographic.
A Skincare Routine – for Your Dog
A $99 luxury dog perfume from Dolce & Gabbana ruffled furs, but it’s just one in a string of premium pet care products targeting beauty-savvy, wealthy shoppers.
With Ulta Beauty Entry, Ilia Wants to Go Mainstream
An early pioneer of 'clean' beauty, the premium cosmetics brand is jockeying to become a household name and conquer more categories and global territories.
A To-Do List for Estée Lauder’s Next CEO
Whoever steps into Fabrizio Freda’s Italian loafers in June 2025 has a big job on their hands, as the American beauty conglomerate battles softened demand internationally and on its home turf. Kickstarting meaningful growth will mean a fresh China strategy, channel and category overhauls, and generating some much needed buzz.
How Kamala Harris’ Signature Tresses Became a Gen-Z Hit
Once a symbol of assimilation in post-slavery America, the silk press has taken on a new life among young Black women, thanks to an old clip of Kamala Harris discussing her hair routine that went viral on TikTok.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Kourtney Speaks!
Lemme is a bigger brand than anyone wants to admit—even her.
Who Is Buying a $500 Moisturiser?
As aspirational shoppers pull back from spending, brands are investing in hyper-premium products in an effort to court high-net-worth individuals who are happy to spend triple digits on a single item. These shoppers are more discerning than most.
Can Gen-Z Get Neutrogena Back on Top?
The Kenvue-owned skincare giant is releasing a new range, Collagen Bank, targeting younger consumers with actress Hailee Steinfeld as a spokesperson, a TikTok-first rollout and a focus on anti-ageing care.
Op-Ed | The Slippery Slope of Beauty Transparency
As the number and price of treatments and products spiral ever higher, endless content on how editors, influencers and celebrities achieve their perfect looks may be doing more harm than good, argues Sable Yong. Sometimes, ignorance really is bliss.
Facing Wellness Overload, Supplement Brands Get Creative
After a period for oral supplements, market changes in funding and the consumer landscape require wellness brands to adapt their businesses to keep growing.
Op-Ed | Don’t Count on the Lipstick Index for the Next Recession
Hairline fractures are starting to appear in beauty’s “recession-proof” image, as consumers begin to seek out value over indulgence.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Don’t Eat That
Gourmand fragrances are a shortcut for Gen-Z emotional investment.
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.”