Bogart Sells Israeli Cosmetics Retail Subsidiary for €5.8 Million
French cosmetics group Bogart has sold its Israeli subsidiary, April Cosmetics and Perfumes Store Chain, for approximately €5.8 million as part of a wider review of its international operations and financial structure.
Former Estée Lauder Executive John Demsey Departs Gap Inc. Amid Beauty Expansion
Gap Inc. has confirmed the departure of former Estée Lauder executive John Demsey as the US fashion retailer enters the next phase of its beauty category expansion across its portfolio of brands.
CJ Olive Young Expands K-Beauty Distribution Through Sephora in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong
CJ Olive Young has expanded its partnership with Sephora, launching its curated K-Beauty Edit concept across Southeast Asia and Hong Kong to strengthen international distribution for Korean cosmetics brands.
Nykaa and L’Oréal Expand Kiehl’s Presence in India with New Skincare Launch
Nykaa and L’Oréal have strengthened their partnership in India with the launch of a new Kiehl’s skincare product, supporting the luxury brand’s expansion in the country’s premium beauty market.
Bluemercury Relaunches Lune+Aster as Part of Luxury Beauty Retail Strategy
Macy’s-owned beauty retailer Bluemercury has relaunched its proprietary cosmetics brand Lune+Aster, introducing a refreshed identity and expanded makeup assortment as part of its strategy to strengthen personalised luxury beauty retail.
Galderma to Acquire ZO Skin Health in US$1.5 Billion Deal
Galderma has signed an agreement to acquire US physician-dispensed skincare brand ZO Skin Health for US$1.5 billion, strengthening its dermatological skincare portfolio and expanding its position in the medical aesthetics market.
ELEMIS Co-Founder Sean Harrington Joins Lempriere Wells as Partner
ELEMIS co-founder Sean Harrington has joined global investment bank Lempriere Wells as Partner, supporting the firm’s expansion into the US beauty, wellness and longevity markets.
EU Approves Kimberly-Clark’s US$40 Billion Kenvue Acquisition Following Divestment Agreement
The European Commission has approved Kimberly-Clark’s US$40 billion acquisition of Kenvue, subject to the divestment of several feminine hygiene brands to address competition concerns in the European market.
Shiseido Files €2.6 Million Lawsuit Against Shein Over Unauthorised Cosmetics Sales
Shiseido subsidiary Beauté Prestige Internationale (BPI) has filed a €2.6 million lawsuit against Shein in France, accusing the online retailer of unfair competition through the sale of cosmetics outside its authorised distribution network.
French Cosmetics Exports Face Customs Delays in China Amid Trade Tensions
French cosmetics exporters are experiencing customs clearance delays in China, with industry association Cosmetic Valley linking the disruption to growing trade tensions over European fast-fashion import restrictions.
Amazon in Talks to Acquire AI Startup Decart for US$7 Billion
Amazon is reportedly in discussions to acquire artificial intelligence startup Decart in a deal valued at approximately US$7 billion, as the technology group strengthens its AI infrastructure and computing capabilities.
AI-Generated Hunter and Rhode Beauty Concept Highlights Risks of Unofficial Brand Collaborations
An AI-generated concept featuring Hunter Wellington boots with an integrated Rhode lip gloss holder has attracted attention online, highlighting how artificial intelligence can blur the distinction between unofficial designs and genuine beauty brand collaborations.
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches Virtual Beauty Experience on ZEPETO
e.l.f. Cosmetics has launched its first virtual styling experience on ZEPETO, expanding its digital marketing strategy through immersive beauty experiences targeting younger consumers.
Bandai Targets Asian Cosmetics Market Through Tamagotchi Licensing Expansion
Japanese toy maker Bandai is strengthening its Tamagotchi licensing strategy in China and South Korea, with beauty and fashion collaborations supporting the brand’s international growth.
Isamaya Ffrench Departs Namesake Beauty Brand Amid Uncertain Future
British makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench has reportedly departed her namesake cosmetics brand, Isamaya Beauty, having ceased involvement in the business in 2025.
LVMH Reports Growth in Beauty and Sephora Sales in Third Quarter 2026
LVMH has reported a 1 percent increase in organic revenue for the third quarter of 2026, supported by growth in its Perfumes & Cosmetics and Selective Retailing divisions, despite weaker demand in China.
e.l.f. Beauty Reinvests US$50 Million Tariff Refund into Pricing and Marketing
e.l.f. Beauty is reinvesting tariff refunds into product pricing and international marketing, joining major US retailers and consumer goods companies using government repayments to support brand development and promotional activity.
Beauty Tech Group Executives Sell £6 Million in Shares Following Strong IPO Performance
Beauty Tech Group Chief Executive Laurence Newman and Chief Technology Officer Andrew Showman have sold a combined £6 million worth of shares following a 57.6 percent increase in the company’s share price since its London Stock Exchange listing in October 2025.
Estée Lauder Invests €5.7 Million in Advanced Manufacturing at Belgium Facility
The Estée Lauder Companies has announced a €5.7 million investment in advanced water infrastructure at its Oevel manufacturing campus in Belgium, aimed at improving resource efficiency, reducing water consumption and strengthening manufacturing resilience.
L’Oréal Travel Retail and Avolta Partner to Accelerate Sustainability in Duty-Free Beauty
L’Oréal Travel Retail and Avolta have signed a joint Sustainability-Linked Business Plan to expand refillable fragrance formats, reduce supply chain emissions and strengthen sustainability practices across the global travel retail sector.
Shein UK Sales Rise 26 Percent to £2.58 Billion, Overtaking Asos
Shein has reported a 26 percent increase in UK revenue to £2.58 billion, surpassing the reported sales of British online fashion retailer Asos as scrutiny intensifies over customs duty exemptions for low-value imports.
Kiko Milano Plans to Double India Retail Footprint by End of 2026
Italian cosmetics brand Kiko Milano plans to double its retail footprint in India by the end of 2026, targeting the country as one of its five largest global markets by 2035 through its partnership with Reliance Beauty and Personal Care.
Bluemercury Appoints Stacie Borteck Dattner Head of Merchandising
Macy’s-owned luxury beauty retailer Bluemercury has appointed Stacie Borteck Dattner Vice President and General Merchandise Manager, Merchandising, strengthening its leadership as it develops its luxury beauty retail strategy.
Superdrug Calls for Stronger Regulation of UK Aesthetics Industry
Superdrug has partnered with Save Face to launch its Back Street To High Street campaign, calling for stronger clinical standards, practitioner qualifications and regulatory oversight across the UK non-surgical aesthetics sector.
Kering and LVMH Strengthen Model Protection Charter with New Industry Standards
Kering and LVMH have strengthened their joint charter governing models’ working conditions, introducing stricter protections against harassment and abuse, alongside new age, inclusion and workplace safety requirements.
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