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Colgate-Palmolive Considers Spinning Off Mass Personal Care Brands Valued Over $1B
Colgate-Palmolive is exploring a spin-off of mass personal care brands like Softsoap, valued over $1B. This move aims to free up cash and refocus resources on core businesses, addressing sluggish growth in North America.
Source:CBNData
Nykaa Acquires 51% Stake in Premium Skincare Brand Aminu for CNY 224 Million
Indian beauty retail giant Nykaa announced on September 8 that it will acquire a 51% stake in Mumbai-based premium skincare brand Aminu for 3.2 billion INR (approx. CNY 224 million). This move signals Nykaa's intensified focus on the premium skincare segment, strengthening its market positioning through a controlling ownership structure.
Source:聚美丽
YSL Beauty Launches Black Opium Pink Glaze at London Block Party
YSL Beauty brought its Block Party nightlife series to London to celebrate the launch of Black Opium Pink Glaze fragrance. Global Ambassador Alisha Boe attended the event at Rough Trade East in Brick Lane, blending the brand's musical heritage with London's underground culture.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Naturis Cosmetics to Raise Maiden Funding Round Led by Sharrp Ventures
Cosmetics brand Naturis Cosmetics is raising its maiden funding round, led by Sharrp Ventures. This marks the brand's first external capital raise, signaling potential acceleration in business expansion. For B2B supply chain players, fresh capital injection may translate into growing procurement demand.
Source:Entrackr
PharmaResearch Plans CG USA Acquisition to Speed REJURAN Cosmetics Expansion Across the Americas
South Korea's PharmaResearch is planning to acquire CG USA to accelerate the expansion of its REJURAN cosmetics line across North and South America. The move signals the brand's push beyond Asia into the Americas, offering B2B buyers and brand partners a signal worth tracking.
Source:Taiwan News
PharmaResearch Plans CG USA Acquisition to Accelerate REJURAN Cosmetics Expansion in the Americas
PharmaResearch has announced plans to acquire CG USA, aiming to accelerate the expansion of its REJURAN cosmetics across North and South America. The move demonstrates the company's strategy to advance its Americas market presence through acquisition.
Source:PR Newswire
Escentric Molecules Opens First Boutique in Berlin, A Creative Space Beyond Retail
Independent fragrance house Escentric Molecules has opened its first boutique in Berlin's Mitte district to mark its 20th anniversary. The space blurs retail and gallery lines, aiming to deepen cultural ties through synaesthetic design.
Source:Cosmetics Business
KM Pharmaceutical Expands Global Skincare and Oral Care OEM/ODM Platform
KOSDAQ-listed KM Pharmaceutical (code 225430) is expanding its global skincare and oral care OEM/ODM platform centered on an advanced functional product portfolio, reflecting Korean beauty manufacturers' continued push into international contract manufacturing markets.
Source:Yahoo Finance
Lush Revives Discontinued Charity Pot Amid Community Demand
Lush has brought back its Charity Pot body lotion, which was removed from shelves at the end of September 2024. The British beauty retailer reinstated the product in response to community demand, citing a heightened need for grassroots activism today.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Space NK Promotes Emma Simpson-Scott to CEO
Ulta Beauty-owned Space NK appoints CMO Emma Simpson-Scott as CEO, effective Sept 13. Andy Lightfoot exits after ten years. The move signals a focus on growth and brand partnerships, accompanied by other executive shifts indicating channel expansion ambitions.
Source:Cosmetics Business
LUXE PACK and MakeUP Re-launch Combined Solution in Los Angeles
Packaging giant LUXE PACK and cosmetic giant MakeUP have re-launched their joint initiative in Los Angeles. The move simplifies supply chains by integrating formula and packaging services, reflecting the beauty industry's trend toward vertical integration.
Source:Luxus Plus
Sephora and Ulta Race to TikTok Shop Amid US$4.4B Growth
Sephora and Ulta are entering TikTok Shop to capture a US$4.4 billion incremental market in US social beauty commerce. Both retailers are moving to engage younger consumer segments, highlighting the continued strategic value of social commerce channels in the beauty industry.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Solésence Beauty Science Wins Inaugural Cosmetics Business Innovation Award for Contract Manufacturing Partner
Solésence Beauty Science won the inaugural award for its 120+ patents. Recognized for SPF innovation and social responsibility, including supporting UK UV safety inquiries and collaborative campaigns.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Beyoncé's Cécred Hair Care Launches at Space NK in UK
Beyoncé’s hair care brand Cécred is launching exclusively at UK retailer Space NK this month. Formulated with keratin recovery technology, the move marks its expansion into the UK market following its major rollout in the US.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Sephora Named Official Beauty Partner of Dancing with the Stars
LVMH-owned Sephora is the Official Beauty Partner for Season 35 of Dancing with the Stars. The deal includes on-air integrations, social content, and on-site activations to reach a cross-generational audience.
Source:Cosmetics Business
PharmaResearch Acquires CG USA to Localize Rejuran
PharmaResearch has acquired US firm CG USA to localize its Rejuran product and expand its presence in the Americas. This move signals a shift from mere distribution to regional strategic depth, reducing reliance on cross-border logistics.
Source:Chosunbiz
Laura Geller Beauty Hosts Bakery-Themed London Pop-Up
US makeup brand Laura Geller hosts a three-day pop-up in London's Covent Garden, highlighting its Italian bakery-inspired craftsmanship. This is the brand's first solo retail event in the UK, aimed at expanding its regional presence and deepening consumer engagement.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Poco Beauty Enters UK Market via Exclusive Partnership with Selfridges
Irish brand Poco Beauty launches in the UK through an exclusive deal with Selfridges. With triple-digit growth since its 2023 launch and a team of over 50, the brand aims to expand its global footprint.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Tommy Hilfiger Taps Camila Cabello for New Fragrance
Tommy Hilfiger re-enters the prestige women’s fragrance market with Freedom, featuring singer Camila Cabello as the new Global Ambassador. The scent introduces a “clean amber” olfactive direction.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Supergoop! Names Jamie Parker, Former Coty Exec, as Chief Commercial Officer
Sun care brand Supergoop! has named Jamie Parker, formerly US General Manager at Coty, as its first Chief Commercial Officer. The appointment targets global reach expansion and transition from sunscreen to a comprehensive skin health brand.
Source:Cosmetics Business
Gem & Tonic shortlisted for Best New Indie Beauty at Pure Beauty Awards
Indie brand Gem & Tonic earns a Pure Beauty Awards nomination for its mineral-based skincare approach. Launched via crowdfunding, the brand relies on community input for product development, focusing on simplified routines. This offers a reference for differentiated positioning among independent brands.
Source:Cosmetics Business