Dubai-based beauty brand Huda Beauty, co-founded in 2013 by sisters Huda, Mona and Alya Kattan, is selling its ownership in fragrance brand Kayali to its co-founder Mona Kattan and growth equity firm General Atlantic. Kayali was established in 2018 by…
The 2025 edition of Cosme Tokyo took place from 15th to 17th January as part of Cosme Week Tokyo, which also features Cosme Tech (ingredients, packaging, OEM/ODM), Esthec Japan (salon and professional beauty), Cosmetics Marketing Expo (services), Hair Expo Tokyo…
Once again, sales in the prestige beauty segment outpaced those in the mass in the U.S. in 2024, with 7 percent growth, compared to 3 percent, according to market research firm Circana. The U.S. beauty industry marked its fourth consecutive…
In Canada, Dove provides hot shower enthusiasts with packaging featuring a smart label that alerts them when the water temperature is too high! “As temperature drops in winter, many turn to hot showers for warmth—especially newcomers who aren’t used to…
The supplier of natural raw materials for fragrances and flavors has reported net sales of EUR 807 million in 2024, up 12% compared to last year. On a comparable exchange rate and scope basis, organic growth came out at 10.3%.…
The perfume composition company has announced the launch of ScentChat App, a new AI-powered research tool, designed to enhance the fragrance creation process with the addition of real-time consumer feedback. ScentChat App is an instant messaging application coupled with qualitative…
French brand État Pur (Naos group [1])has choosen Albéa Tubes’ EcoFusion Top 50ml for the repack of its “Pure Skincare” range. This marks the debut of this eco-designed product from the leading manufacturer of cosmetic packaging solutions. Three references are already…
The UK beauty retail market will continue to develop this year, entering a transformative phase defined by dedicated and experience-led store space and online engagement to better capture and serve consumers, say experts. Competition across UK beauty retail continues to…
In response to the “phoney war” of trade initiated by Donald Trump—marked by threats, bold declarations, and sudden reversals—the French cosmetics industry, the world’s top exporter, is working to develop a strategic approach. Several scenarios have been formulated by market…
The leading prestige beauty retailer in Europe saw a 5.8% increase in sales (+5.3% like-for-like) in the last quarter of 2024, marking the first quarter of its staggered fiscal year. Despite a gloomy consumer climate in two of its key…