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…
Fragrance, personal care and make-up launches are increasingly supported by the opening of pop-up stores. Whether the aim is to generate social buzz or test a retail strategy, these ephemeral spaces are becoming an essential part of any ambitious launch.…
British consumer goods giant Unilever on Thursday, February 13, announced falling net profits for 2024, hit by exiting Russia and other restructuring costs. Profit after tax dropped 11 percent to 5.7 billion euros (USD 5.9 billion) compared with 2023, said…
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido reported a net loss of 10.8 billion yen (about USD 71 million) for 2024, mostly due to a slump in sales in the Chinese market. It was the firm’s first net loss since 2020 and the…
French cosmetic exports broke a new record in 2024, reaching a value of 22.5 billion euros, an annual increase of +6.8%. While France, which exports more than 60% of its cosmetics production, remains a global leader in this sector, the…