Markets & trends
UK mass retailers Tesco, Boots and M&S post record holiday season sales
The UK’s mass retail giants have reported excellent year-end results. While Boots’ December results are yet to be announced, Black Friday...
Tariffs: What impact will Trump’s return have on the cosmetics industry?
As Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election was officially certified by the US Congress on Monday, January 6, in stark...
Advanced cleansing and bold makeup top Superdrug beauty predictions for 2025
When it comes to beauty in the UK, 2025 will see the extension of pre-existing trends, particularly in skincare. However, make-up will...
’Intention economy’: Study warns of perils in AI-driven conversational agents
Conversational tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI) may soon be able to "covertly influence" users’ decision making opening the...
Before Christmas, niche luxury perfumes show a sweet smell of success
They don’t advertise, have no global ambassador and they are largely unknown to the general public. However, “niche fragrances”, also...
Does China’s rush on mineral water signal new bonds with beauty brands?
As we all know, sufficient water consumption is a key to a healthy and beautiful skin. And this simple idea is all the rage among young...
Organic and natural cosmetics: The challenges of a market under pressure
The organic and natural cosmetics market, which will exceed one billion euros in France by 2024, continues to be driven by highly...
Trade show: Innovations, launches and trends spotted at Cosmoprof Asia 2024
The 27th edition of Asia-Pacific’s largest cosmetics and toiletries trade show took place from 12th to 15th November 2024 in Hong Kong....
End-of-year shopping: Europeans’ overall spending on the rise
In Europe, spending for the holiday season is expected to rise this year. As the year draws to a close, Black Friday has launched the...
Inflation-weary US consumers in quest for good deals during Black Friday
The annual Black Friday shopping day has always been about finding the best deals, but this year retailers were preparing for a US...
