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The make-up market has ‘changed dramatically’ admits beauty forecaster NPD

Sales of premium cosmetics continue to be hit negatively as a result of the ongoing pandemic, although some sub-categories are showing signs of rec...

Global beauty and skin care online sales decline 20% after initial Covid-19 lockdown surge

Following high e-commerce sales globally earlier in the year, the sector is experiencing a slowdown, which experts say could be a good sign

#CBtop50: The top 50 beauty brands in the world 2020

The 2020 ‘Brand Finance Cosmetics 50’ beauty league table sees L’Oréal take the crown for the world’s most valuable global beauty brand, while CVS...

The UK’s certified organic and natural beauty market is now worth £106.4m

Sales grew by 23% in 2019 representing the ninth consecutive year of double-digit growth and the third biggest percentage growth since 2010

Pubic lice: Why humans’ intimate cling-ons are due a resurgence as waxing falls in popularity

A case of the 'crabs' might seem like a bygone ailment, but the creepy crawlies could be making a comeback due to shifts in consumers’ grooming rou...

Personal care companies rise to the challenge of Sub-Saharan Africa's diverse consumer needs

Sub-Saharan Africa’s unique beauty markets combine tastes for tradition with international brand purchases. By Samuel Okocha, Ramadhan Rajab, Elias...

Cosmetics Business reveals the 5 latest hair care trends in new report

Knowledge-thirsty consumers and disruption-hungry innovators are driving a new wave in hair care, and it’s just getting started. This report reveal...

54% of consumers have used hand or dish soap to wash their face, new study finds

Findings from a new survey reveal that many consumers are confused about how to clean their skin, with some associating negative sensations with a...

‘Natural’ and ‘hydrating’ are the top beauty product claims of 2019

Beauty and personal care products that carried ‘natural’ claims were observed on 3.3% of all online skus globally, while claims of ‘hydrating’ form...

A modern twist: The latest packaging trends for bottles and jars

Sonia Sharma analyses different pack types, shapes and materials for bottles and jars to discover standout trends indicated through new cosmetic pr...

Cosmetics Business reveals key Gen Z beauty trends in new report

From shaping the way brands develop products to how they market them, Gen Z is becoming beauty's most disruptive generation. This report reveals ho...

Nivea, The Body Shop and Wilkinson Sword top beauty brand searches during lockdown

The Beiersdorf-owned cosmetics brand Nivea saw searches from UK consumers spike 132% during lockdown

Innovative bathroom products: Time to soak in new trends for 2019

Bathroom products have shed their conservative, utilitarian image and are striding forwards into 2019 meeting the needs for green, pampering and fun

85% of consumers plan to buy new beauty products this summer

Despite the pandemic, the results of Cosmetics Business' latest survey signal that consumer spending on beauty could bring welcome sales for brands...

Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Island beauty brands capitalise on indigenous ingredients

A natural approach is winning big for beauty brands in the Australasian and Pacific Island cosmetics markets. Barbara Barkhausen discovers the fast...