Sycamore Said to Near Deal to Sell Boots
The private equity firm is nearing a deal, valued at $9 billion, to sell the UK health and beauty retail business to the Canadian branch of the billionaire Weston family, a source told Bloomberg.
Beauty
Analysis and advice on the fast-evolving beauty business.
The Real Masterminds Behind the Body Care Boom
As categories like body care, complexion and sunscreen take off industry wide, it’s unclear if beauty brands or retailers are steering the ship.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: When TikTok Fails Drive Sales
A masterclass from Topicals and more.
Gen-Z and Gen Alpha’s Beauty Behaviours Are Not Trends
As both generations mature, it’s time to start recognising they are more like Millennials and Gen Xers than we initially assumed.
Why Male Athletes Are Wearing Nail Polish
Athletes aren’t solely ballplayers any more – they are runway models, fashion entrepreneurs and, now, beauty trendsetters.
Inside the Glam Vs. Clean Girl Beauty Trend Battle
Minimalist and maximalist makeup aesthetics duel it out on TikTok as influencers and brands aim to keep up with the cultural zeitgeist.
The Thinking Behind Beauty’s Latest M&A Wave
With a limited number of targets on the market, strategics and private equity firms are rushing to snap up the most promising brands.
How to Win Over Investors in a Beauty Downturn
Funding rounds are getting slimmer, smaller and more spaced out, but investors still want to find – and fund – the next big thing. Here’s what’s catching their attention in 2024.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: La Vie en Rosé
Pink hair anxiety and the mascara arms race.
Why Beauty Wants More From Kim Kardashian
The celebrity founder debuted her third attempt at makeup today under her newish label SKKN. But in a much more crowded market, it’s unclear what impact the line can and will have.
How Tweens Took Over the Beauty Aisle
Gen Alpha has become increasingly captive with beauty, but as their preferences and purchasing power changes, beauty labels need to find the right mix of messaging and product to keep them coming back for more.
Lashes, Brows, Botox: How Much is Too Much?
No longer the domain of the elite, lash extensions, brow treatments, injectables and more have become part of mainstream consumers’ beauty maintenance routines. But online backlash is brewing against growing pressure for elaborate upkeep.
Why Horace Thinks It Can Crack Men’s Beauty
The men’s market is a tiny fraction of the overall beauty industry. That hasn’t stopped a slew of brands trying to grow its appeal.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Dyson’s $499 AI Toothbrush Sees Rocky Debut
The UK firm blamed a production error resulting in ‘water seepage’ for the disappearance of its newly launched camera-equipped toothbrush from stores.
Sephora to Launch at Marks & Spencer
‘Sephora at M&S’ will roll out in M&S stores and online starting next spring, with plans to expand to 100 locations by the end of 2028.
Novo Buys Rights to Early Obesity Pill For $2.6 Billion
The Wegovy maker has signed a deal to license an experimental obesity pill from China’s Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals as it seeks to regain share of the global GLP-1 market.
Oura Delays US IPO
The smart ring maker said on Tuesday it has delayed its US initial public offering, citing market uncertainty.
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.
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.