Europe
UK drops investigations against Symrise in fragrance cartel probe
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the UK’s competition watchdog, has officially announced that it has dropped its...
Amazon sees steady growth in beauty, personal care and OTC sales in Europe
Amazon continues to expand its presence in Europe’s online non-prescription health market — covering hygiene, beauty, and vitamins —...
EU plans two-euro flat fee on small parcels from outside bloc
The European Union said on Tuesday, May 20, that it was preparing to impose a two-euro (USD 2.25) flat fee on the billions of low-value...
Unilever confirms investment in new in-house fragrance capabilities in the UK
The FMCG giant has confirmed a GBP 80 million (about EUR 95 million) investment to boost in-house fragrance capabilities, including a new...
e.l.f. Beauty expands footprint in Belgium and The Netherlands
The US beauty brand expands presence in The Netherlands and Belgium with entry into Kruidvat and Trekpleister drugstores. As of May...
France: prestige beauty at a growth breakpoint, warns Circana
Sales in the selective channel were at a standstill in all categories in France in the first quarter of 2025, warns Circana. After a...
Oh My Cream boosts UK growth with Naturisimo acquisition
The French beauty retailer is looking to strengthen its online presence in the UK with the acquisition of beauty e-retailer Naturisimo....
Beauty sector in Spain posts robust growth in 2024, STANPA reports
Sales of cosmetics and perfume in Spain grew by 7.7% growth in 2024, reaching a turnover of 11.2 billion euros, according to recent data...
Research: Unique scents outweigh price tags for UK fragrance consumers
UK shoppers are prioritising original and personalised scents when buying fragrances in 2025. Using consumer research platform GWI, The...
With UK distribution back in-house, Fragrance Du Bois is thriving
Founded in Paris in 2013, luxury niche fragrance house Fragrance Du Bois reports a threefold increase in global sales over the past three...
