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Tariffs and a weak dollar put pressure on French fragrances and cosmetics
Markets & trends
French exports of fragrances and beauty products to the United States could fall by 21% in 2026 due to the combined impact of new tariffs...
Puig posts a 7% increase in sales for the first nine months of 2025
Industry buzz
The Barcelona-based cosmetics and fashion group recorded a 7% increase in sales during the first nine months of the year, reaching 3.6...
Estée Lauder reports growth in Q1, driven by fragrance; sees recovery in China
Industry buzz
After several months of weakened momentum, The Estée Lauder Companies reported stronger-than-expected sales for the first quarter of its...
The Ordinary: “Our expansion into Brazil was a natural and essential step”
Companies & industry
Approaching its tenth anniversary, the Canadian brand is debuting in Brazil exclusively at Sephora—and could soon open its own store in...
Ecovia Intelligence unveils winners of the 2025 Sustainable Beauty Awards
Industry buzz
The winners of the 2025 Sustainable Beauty Awards have been announced on 22nd October at a reception during the European edition of the...
For its new ADN line, Adolfo Domínguez selects Quadpack’s 100% wood closures
Industry buzz
Quadpack’s Woodacity 100% wood cap solution continues to appeal to brands. After Guerlain’s Habit Rouge Spirit, it now also tops the...
MiiN Cosmetics plans to expand to 200 stores across Europe by 2028
Companies & industry
MiiN Cosmetics, a pioneer of K-beauty in Europe, is accelerating its expansion across the continent. Founded by Lilin Yang, the retailer...
Beauty must advance skincare science in the longevity field, says L’Oréal
Science, R&D
Global beauty major L’Oréal is heavily invested in advancing skincare research and data on longevity, saying there is a distinct need for...
TNT Group: A collection of special boxes to mark the highlights of the year
Industry buzz
Creating exceptional gift boxes is a major challenge for brands. The challenge for brands is to offer consumers memorable moments,...
Sol de Janeiro names Jordan Saxemard as global chief marketing & digital officer
Industry buzz
The L’Occitane Group’s brand has announced the appointment of French-American executive Jordan Saxemard as Global Chief Marketing &...
