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Roquette Beauté opens a co-creation hub dedicated to cosmetics in Shanghai
Ingredients & formulation
The expert in plant-based ingredients has announced the opening of its first Roquette Beauté Expertise Center in Shanghai, China. This...
Coty: Sales drop 3% in Q2 despite strong fragrance performance
Industry buzz
The U.S. cosmetics and fragrance group Coty announced on Monday, February 7, a 3% drop in its sales in the second quarter of its...
French cosmetics industry strategizes against Trump’s tariff threats
Companies & industry
In response to the "phoney war" of trade initiated by Donald Trump—marked by threats, bold declarations, and sudden reversals—the French...
Albéa Matamoros partners with Drunk Elephant on sustainable skincare products
Industry buzz
Drunk Elephant chose Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance to launch three new skincare products with a sustainability twist: D-Bronzi,...
Strategy: Pop-up stores become a key component of perfume launches
Markets & trends
Fragrance, personal care and make-up launches are increasingly supported by the opening of pop-up stores. Whether the aim is to generate...
France sets new record for cosmetic exports, fueled by strong perfume sales
Markets & trends
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,...
Mary Kay promotes Dr. Lucy Gildea as Chief Brand and Scientific Officer
Industry buzz
The world’s leading direct selling brand of skin care and color cosmetics [1] has announced on Thursday, February 6, the appointment of...
Eight copolyester resins from Eastman receive RecyClass approval
Industry buzz
Eastman received RecyClass Recyclability Approvals for eight copolyester resins and their equivalent Renew grades, containing recycled...
Jacquemus taps into the perfume market with L’Oréal taking a stake
Industry buzz
French cosmetics giant L’Oréal has struck a partnership deal with Jacquemus that includes L’Oréal taking a minority stake in the...
Cosnova sees 17% sales growth in 2024, doubling its size in three years
Industry buzz
Germany’s Cosnova Beauty has concluded the financial year 2024 with net sales of 954 million euros, up 17 percent compared to the...
