Scarlett Johansson’s Skincare Brand The Outset Closes
As of Monday, the premium brand’s website has been updated with a message announcing its closure.
Beauty
Analysis and advice on the fast-evolving beauty business.
Why Prestige Beauty Can No Longer Ignore Amazon
From Kiehl’s to Clinique, a flood of premium lines are giving in to the e-commerce platform, realising it’s too much of a growth driver to pass up.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: A Vibe Check for Sustainable Brands
Will they fare better than sustainable fashion labels?
The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2024
Full sessions now available to watch on-demand.
E.l.f. Beauty Surpasses $1 Billion in Annual Sales
In its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings, the beauty company reported that sales increased 77 percent to over $1.02 billion for the 12 months ending on Mar. 31, 2024.
Beauty’s Opportunity in Women’s Sports
With the Paris Olympics on the horizon and viewership for women’s sports growing, the time is ripe for beauty brands to tap the power of female athletes.
Meet Our Finalists for The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2024
Fara Homidi, Conserving Beauty and D’You are among our nine shortlisted brands.
Beautycounter’s Biggest Obstacle to a Relaunch: Its Own Salespeople
In 2021, the pioneering clean beauty brand sold for $1 billion. Three years later, it was bought out of foreclosure by its founder, without a clear timeline for relaunching.
Contact Sports Shutters After One Year in Business
The sports-themed sex shop has laid off staff and is managing unsold inventory, but founder Justin Kerzner says sexual wellness has a future in physical retail.
Why Everyone Is in Love With Blush Again
Once thought of as a somewhat dowdy, staid product, younger consumers are now embracing blush, wearing multiple products, formulas and shades as part of their daily look.
The Important Message Behind ‘So Many Dicks’
A genius marketing campaign from E.l.f. Beauty this week emphasised how diversity, equity and inclusion efforts can be done at the highest levels — and what the barriers are to making substantial progress.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Your Body Lotion Is a Wonderland
Here’s why your new moisturisers look like Sharper Image tools.
DSM-Firmenich Unveils New ‘Mind Nose Matter’ Olfactory Exhibition
The showcase translated the company’s global insights consumer study into scent profiles, technologies and fragrances.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Vyrao Acquired by Brand Platform Tresalis
The niche perfume brand has been purchased by the new beauty operator created and backed by German investment firm Athos.
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.
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.