Jan 1, 2025 · Explore the latest cosmetics industry trends for 2025 in this episode of the Global Cosmetics News Podcast with Siobhan Murphy.Joined by industry expert Arnita Wofford, this insightful discussion unpacks the major consumer, technology, environmental, and financial trends shaping the future of beauty.. Key Themes. Consumer Trends: Self-expression, natural formulations, and local sourcing are at ...

Dec 23, 2024 · 2024 was a transformative year for executive leadership in the beauty and retail industries, marked by high-profile appointments, key retirements, and strategic leadership shifts at major brands like Estée Lauder, LVMH, Unilever, and Shiseido.

Dec 19, 2024 · Puig and entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury have announced the extension of their strategic partnership in the founder’s eponymous beauty brand until the end of 2030. Under the terms of the deal, Tilbury will retain a minority stake with Puig to progressively assume full ownership by 2031.

Oct 2, 2024 · Shiseido has revealed that it will realize innovative cosmetics development through co-creation with AI, blending its researchers’ capabilities with advanced AI technology. The J-beauty giant, in collaboration with Accenture, has developed a formulation development AI function using proprietary algorithms.

Nov 19, 2024 · K-beauty giant Amorepacific is doubling down on its global expansion strategy, announcing a partnership with Sephora to strengthen its presence in key markets like the U.S., Japan, and Europe.

Dec 23, 2024 · In Q1 LUUM Precision announced the launch of its first commercial pilot with Ulta Beauty. Dubai Duty Free has partnered with Alipay+. L’Oreal unveiled a hair drying tool that it claims consumes up to 31 percent less energy than a conventional dryer. TikTok piloted a new feature aimed at making all posts on the social media platform shoppable. e.l.f. Cosmetics launched a new beauty shopping ...

Dec 17, 2024 · THE WHAT? L’Oréal has sold cosmetics brands Decléor and Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc to newly formed French group Cospal for an undisclosed amount.

Jan 13, 2025 · Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) reported fiscal Q1 2025 results with US$39.5 billion in sales, a 7.5% year-over-year increase. While overall earnings faced challenges, the beauty and personal care category, led by its Boots brand, remained a strong contributor to the company's performance.

Jan 16, 2025 · Macy’s has published an update on its fiscal fourth quarter 2024 results and outlook. The US retail giant said that it expects Q4 adjusted diluted earnings to be in line with expectations, while net sales are predicted to be at or slightly below the previously issued range.

Jan 8, 2025 · THE WHAT? AmorePacific has been named a CES 2025 Innovation Award Honoree in the AI category for its generative AI-based make-up application, Wanna Beauty AI. The K-beauty behemoth is also showcasing its latest beauty tech at the event. THE DETAILS Wanna Beauty AI is a voice-activated chatbot ...