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Lookfantastic and Cult Beauty owner THG reports best quarter in four years

THG founder and CEO Matt Moulding has hailed a return to growth across the beauty and nutrition business after four years of ‘chaos, pressure and pushback’

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Atelier Rubel marks 130 year anniversary with debut UK store

Located on Marylebone High Street in London, the space spans two floors and the interior decorations were inspired...
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Fine fragrance helps Givaudan hit CHF 5.74 billion sales despite tariff costs

The Swiss fragrance and flavour company saw sales rise 5.7% in the first nine months of the year, despite higher costs from US tariffs which it mitigated through price rises

Estée Lauder Companies doubles down on luxury perfumes with Fragrance Atelier opening

The global innovation hub is housed in Estée Lauder Companies’ La Maison des Parfums building in Paris, France, which opened in 2025 and centralised the its fragrance brand teams

Floral Street teases Bridgerton season 4 collaboration with ‘Scent of the Season’ perfume

The British fragrance brand will release a new scent as part of a collaboration with the Netflix show ahead of the season four premiere on 29 January 2026
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Hair care brands are turning playful to boost consumer happiness in 2025

Putting the fun into functionality, hair care brands are tapping into one of the biggest consumer needs for both now and the future: a sense of play

Kylie Cosmetics revives ‘King Kylie’ era with return of original lip kits and glosses

To celebrate Kylie Cosmetics tenth anniversary, founder Kylie Jenner is taking fans back to 2015 with a nostalgic King Kylie collection

Isamaya Ffrench to share her futuristic make-up predictions at UK pop-up

The British make-up artist and brand founder has teamed up shopping centre Westfield to showcase the make-up trends she thinks will define the next two decades

Victoria Beckham gives glimpse into beauty empire in new Netflix documentary

The Spice Girl-turned-fashion-and-beauty-mogul revealed her beauty journey and what really goes on behind-the-scenes at Victoria Beckham Beauty in her new Netflix documentary

A closer look at the 2025 Pure Beauty Awards and what’s in store for attendees

The Pure Beauty Awards return this October to celebrate the best in British beauty innovation, with winners to be revealed at a black-tie ceremony at London’s Grosvenor House on 23 October. The event will once again be hosted by television star Jenni Falconer, marking her third year at the helm

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Update: Cosmetics Business picks: 2025’s best beauty advent calendars

As beauty advent calendars continue to grow into a category of their own and brands compete for consumers attention and cash, Cosmetics Business rounds-up the best beauty advent offerings to have launched this year
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Digital

L’Oréal launches first Lancôme device offering microneedling-inspired treatments at home

The gadget serves 'demand for high-performance skin care solutions outside of clinical settings', Paul Tartrat, Beauty Tech and Innovation Director at Lancôme International, told Cosmetics Business
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Hair Care

Exclusive: Unilever scientists’ microbiome discovery could pave the way for gender-tailored scalp treatments

A new Unilever study has uncovered the role of two bacteria in dandruff severity, and the varying presence between the scalps of men and women, which could lead to more personalised hair treatments
Skin Care

Estée Lauder Companies unveils winners of India Beauty & You 2025 initiative

Four Indian beauty start-ups secure mentorship, grants and retail exposure through Estée Lauder’s Beauty & You initiative partnership with Nykaa and Startup India
Colour Cosmetics

Estée Lauder taps actress Nia Long as first Brand Ambassador for North America

The actress, producer and author will feature in campaigns for Estée Lauder’s skin care and make up lines across digital, TV, and print
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Marketing

Cosmetics Business ‘Wi$h Li$t’: 7 beauty launches embodying ‘The Life of a Showgirl’

As Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album drops, we look back at the best beauty launches from the last six months, incorporating ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ orange into formulations and designs
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Body Care

La Roche-Posay tackles emotional impact of scars with debut documentary

Scars of Life seeks to open a conversation around the scars caused by acne, cancer, and other skin conditions
Manufacturing

Kdc/one expands European footprint with Barony Universal deal

Canadian beauty manufacturer Knowlton Development Corporation (kdc/one) is boosting its presence in Europe with its latest acquisition
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Regulatory

Analysis: What’s the future for SPF after Australia’s testing scandal?

Consumer trust in SPF has taken a hit, and innovation could be stifled after dozens of sunscreens were found to be offering less protection than promised in Australia. But new testing methods could be adopted more swiftly, too
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Packaging

Can custom beauty packaging ever be affordable?

A wider choice of mix-and-match options means that brands can opt for bespoke solutions without breaking the bank, reports Lynsey Barber
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Ingredients

How to formulate a foaming body lotion

IFF’s Carole Gherardi shares a minimalist example formulation for a luxurious foam body lotion that delivers a sensorial twist

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Natural Spa Factory are investing in the future

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Alchemy Ingredients Unveils Spraymulse: A Natural Breakthrough for Sprayable, High-Oil Emulsions

Alchemy Ingredients is proud to announce the launch of Spraymulse, a game-changing natural emulsifier system designed to solve one of the biggest challenges in cosmetic...

Staci shortlisted for award recognising Victoria Beckham Beauty partnership amidst trio of industry nominations

Ecommerce and logistics specialist Staci has been shortlisted for the Supply Chain Operations Award at the Supply Chain Excellence Awards (6 November), recognising the...

What to expect at Cloud Beauty Booth LA08 in Cosmetic 360 this year

Discover innovations that bridge biotechnology, natural efficacy, and advanced device engineering — redefining the future of skincare and wellness

Staci's Victoria Beckham Beauty partnership amid trio of industry nominations

The ecommerce and logistics specialist has been shortlisted for the Supply Chain Operations Award, People Operations Award and for Ecommerce & Fulfilment Company of the Year

Lucy Wardropper launches The Marketing Guru to help beauty ingredient suppliers strengthen brand visibility and global presence

Marketing strategist Lucy Wardropper launched The Marketing Guru, to provide expert marketing services designed to help beauty and personal care ingredient manufacturers &...

Amcor’s Exclusive stick simplifies refill process for specialist shampoo

Circular solution delivers consumer convenience

Goodbye HA. Hello Hydrogels.

Despite its long-standing presence in skincare, hyaluronic acid (HA) presents a list of challenges for both formulators and consumers. It can irritate sensitive skin and...

TempleSpa Partners With Vetroplas in TruffleLift Launch

Vetroplas Packaging has joined forces once again with TEMPLESPA, with the launch of TRUFFLELIFT – available exclusively in Harrods. TRUFFLELIFT is a delicate lightweight...

Custom Innovation: Aptar Beauty and Clarins Redefine Eye Care with the New Refillable Total Eye Lift

Aptar Beauty, a global leader in dispensing systems, has partnered with Clarins to unveil the new Total Eye Lift, an enhanced version of the brand’s best-selling eye...

A new era in rheometry with Anton Paar’s next-generation MCR Series

Building on its industry-leading legacy in rheometry, Anton Paar has unveiled its next generation of modular compact rheometers (MCRs), setting new benchmarks for...

Cloud Beauty expressed its gratitude to all visitors at Luxepack Monaco 2025

The event proved to be an inspiring platform for industry leaders and innovators to engage in conversations about the future of sustainable beauty and packaging

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Hair care brands are turning playful to boost consumer happiness in 2025

Putting the fun into functionality, hair care brands are tapping into one of the biggest consumer needs for both now and the future: a sense of play

Hair growth treatments: what consumers are demanding in 2025

As hair loss treatments outpace hair care sales, Nyima Jobe finds out what is driving demand

Cosmetics Business reveals the top 5 hair care trends of 2025 in new report

As scalp care and hair growth products thrive, brands are tapping into the connection between hair health and wellness to give consumers an emotional uplift

Tubing mascara is trending with a surge of smudge-free launches

The ‘cool cousin’ of traditional mascara, 90's invention tubing mascara is back in the spotlight for avoiding ‘racoon-eye’ drama

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