Europe
David Konckier, owner of Bogart Group, completes acquisition of Marionnaud
David Konckier, the main shareholder of the Bogart Group, has finalized the acquisition of the Marionnaud Group through his company BEHN....
Throwback to Pitti Fragranze 2026: Why it still matters
The 24th edition of Pitti Fragranze, held September 11-13, 2026, at Florence’s Stazione Leopolda, Italy, attracted 290 exhibitors and...
EU: Parliament approves simpler rules on CMR substances in cosmetics
From lipsticks to sunscreens, the European Parliament definitively adopted legislation on Thursday, October 22, giving manufacturers more...
Registration opens for Paris Packaging Week
Registration is now open for the next edition of Paris Packaging Week, taking place on February 3-4, 2027. The organizers report a...
Former Printemps CEO Jean-Marc Bellaiche takes the helm at Douglas
Germany-based Douglas Group has appointed Jean-Marc Bellaiche as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 November 2026. The former Printemps...
Shiseido takes Shein to court in EUR 2.6 million distribution dispute
Shiseido is seeking more than EUR 2.6 million in damages from online retail giant Shein over the sale of its beauty products outside its...
AS Watson Group appoints Katinka Ruikes as Managing Director of Kruidvat Belgium
Hong Kong-based health and beauty retailer has announced the appointment of Katinka Ruikes as Managing Director of Kruidvat Belgium,...
Italy’s beauty retail chain Pinalli acquired by Borletti Group
The investment firm Borletti, which owns the Lafarmacia pharmacy chain (Hippocrates Holding) and fashion brands including True Religion,...
Showroomprivé remains loss-making as H1 2026 sales decline
Showroomprivé (SRP Groupe) reported a net loss of approximately EUR 23 million in the first half of 2026, while revenue declined 9.1%...
Space NK names Emma Simpson-Scott CEO as Andy Lightfoot steps down
British prestige beauty retailer Space NK has announced the appointment of Emma Simpson Scott as Chief Executive Officer, effective...
