Companies & industry
“Longevity is a structural shift in beauty,” Vania Lacascade, Lancôme
With the recent launch of its Absolue Longevity MD skincare line, Lancôme is establishing skin longevity as a new standard in luxury...
Retail: CK Hutchison in talks to sell Marionnaud to David Konckier
More than 20 years after acquiring Marionnaud, Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison, the parent company of retail group AS Watson, is exploring a...
Aussie scalp care brand Straand expands into 800+ Boots and Priceline stores
Australian prebiotic scalp care brand Straand has secured major retail deals in the UK and Australia as part of a wider pharmacy-first...
TechnicoFlor steps up its growth with Grasse-based Azur Fragrances
The acquisition of the independent company strengthens TechnicoFlor’s expertise in fragrance creation, particularly in natural perfumes,...
Sébastien Viennot: "Europe plays a central role in Kao’s internationalization"
With operations in 140 countries, a portfolio of more than 80 brands, and global revenue of EUR 9 billion in 2025, the Japanese beauty...
Beiersdorf: “Europe must remain a place where innovation thrives”
Since it was founded almost 140 years ago, Beiersdorf has established itself as a key player in the global cosmetics industry, thanks to...
Fiabila debuts The Smart Beauty Factory, to accelerate time-to-market
Renowned for its expertise in the development, manufacturing, and packaging of nail polish, nail care products, and special effects, the...
MakeUp in Paris and Edition Spéciale by Luxe Pack come together on June 17-18
For the first time this year, the two events will take place simultaneously at a single venue in Paris, allowing visitors to access both...
DECIEM: “We want to be seen to be owning our own science”
Skincare major DECIEM runs a highly structured and largely internal R&D operation which helps the company maintain scientific rigor...
Perfume creator Cadentia aims to double revenue
A partner to brands for perfume development and production, and the owner of two proprietary brands, Cadentia Group based its business on...
