Markets & trends
Fragrance trends: The olfactory codes shaping the Italian market
The unique characteristics of the Italian market — particularly its distribution structure — have fueled the growth of niche perfumery...
K-beauty: top 10 innovative launches spotted at Cosmobeauty Seoul 2026
The 40th edition of South Korea’s leading beauty trade show, Cosmobeauty Seoul, was larger and busier than ever. For the first time since...
Still under pressure, the luxury sector is seeking new growth drivers
Is this the beginning of a new era for luxury? Having faced a marked slowdown over the past three years, the sector is trying to regain...
Between legacy and innovation: how niche perfumes got successful in Italy
Italy is one of the birthplaces of perfumery, but this market is definitely apart: niche perfumes are called “artistic perfumes”, and...
Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN back in Bangkok for 5th edition, 24-26 June 2026
Returning 24–26 June 2026 to Bangkok’s Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN will feature an expanded exhibition...
Frugal and more online: smarter spenders rewrite luxury’s China dream
When Beijinger Jacqueline Li first heard one of her favorite luxury department stores in the city was closing, she was shocked — until...
Beauty and technologies: devices are finding their place in beauty routines
Sales of Beauty Tech devices are growing significantly in France. Behind the growth of LED masks and other connected devices lies a...
GLP-1s driving ’significant shift’ in beauty demands, says WGSN
Wider use of Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications is creating an important shift in beauty demands worldwide, with clear...
How fragrance brands are reimagining the in-store experience in 2026
We’ve moved beyond points of sale into the age of immersive experiences. For Premium Beauty News, Rémi Le Druillenec, CEO and co-founder...
Estée Lauder Companies, “Beauty and wellness are now synonymous”
Experts speaking during a panel at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna in March said beauty brands must now embed wellness into their business...
