Industry buzz
Unilever spins off food arm in multibillion pivot to home and personal care
Unilever said Tuesday, March 31, it had agreed a multibillion-dollar deal with US spices maker McCormick & Company to spin off most...
Founders exit Natura board; Advent takes minority stake
A new chapter opens at Natura, as the Brazilian cosmetics group sees its three founders step down from the board. Luiz Seabra,...
L’Oréal completes EUR 4 billion acquisition of Kering’s beauty arm
L’Oréal has finalized its EUR 4 billion acquisition of Kering’s beauty division after securing approval from competition authorities, the...
Coverpla captures Egocentric’s free spirit in distinctive packaging
Italian niche house Egoscentrique unveils a collection of five fragrances — CliMax & Tell, Après Moi Le Déluge, Whoremones, Avec...
Advent to acquire majority stake in body care and fragrance brand Salt & Stone
Private equity investor Advent International has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Los Angeles-based body care...
Ethical sourcing and biodiversity lead New York Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
The next North American edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit will focus on ethical sourcing and biodiversity, sustainability...
Berlin will host the inaugural Natural Cosmetics Industry Forum on May 20
The first edition of the Natural Cosmetics Industry Forum will take place on 20 May 2026 at the Humboldt Carré in Berlin, Germany....
Italy probes Sephora, LVMH for pushing cosmetic sales to minors
Italian competition regulators, AGCM, said on Friday, March 27, they have opened a probe into French luxury group LVMH and its Sephora...
Henkel aims to boost premium hair care growth with US$1.4 billion Olaplex deal
Germany’s household and cosmetic products giant Henkel announced on Thursday, March 26, the acquisition of U.S. hair care brand Olaplex...
Roquette boosts cosmetics business with IFF Pharma Solutions acquisition
The acquisition of IFF Pharma Solutions in 2025 has brought a wealth of new products to Roquette Beauté’s portfolio. A specialist in...
