News
Unilever announces profit slump on Russia exit and restructuring costs
Industry buzz
British consumer goods giant Unilever on Thursday, February 13, announced falling net profits for 2024, hit by exiting Russia and other...
Shiseido posts net loss in 2024 amid China consumption turmoil
Industry buzz
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...
Syensqo and Bota Bio partner to develop biomimetic ingredients for hair care
Industry buzz
Syensqo and Bota Bio have entered into a strategic five-year partnership to develop a high-performance innovative bio-based protein...
Hong Kong scientists fight to save agarwood from illegal tree felling
Environment
Environmentalists say illegal agarwood tree felling is on the rise in Hong Kong, fuelled by black market demand. The forests of the...
L’Oréal confirmed acquiring a minority stake in luxury perfume brand Amouage
Industry buzz
Overshadowed by the buzz surrounding L’Oréal’s beauty partnership with fashion brand Jacquemus, the group’s investment in the Omani brand...
Geka presents first “Made in US” collection at MakeUp in Los Angeles 2025
Industry buzz
The Geman-based manufacturer of application and packaging solutions for the beauty market Geka will unveil its latest collection of...
UK beauty retail to see ’notable growth and transformation’ in 2025
Markets & trends
The UK beauty retail market will continue to develop this year, entering a transformative phase defined by dedicated and experience-led...
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...
