L’Oréal Travel Retail and Avolta Partner to Accelerate Sustainability in Duty-Free Beauty
L’Oréal Travel Retail and Avolta have signed a joint Sustainability-Linked Business Plan to expand refillable fragrance formats, reduce supply chain emissions and strengthen sustainability practices across the global travel retail sector.
Japan to Introduce New Tax-Free Shopping Refund System in November 2026
Japan will overhaul its tax-free shopping system from November 1, 2026, replacing immediate tax exemptions at the point of sale with a refund-based system for international visitors.
Shiseido Profit Surges in H1 2026 Despite Softer Like-for-Like Sales
Shiseido reported a significant improvement in profitability for the first half of 2026, with core operating profit rising 90.1% year-on-year to ¥44.4 billion. Reported net sales increased 6.2% to ¥499.0 billion, although like-for-like sales edged down 0.2%.
Air France Expands Beauty Partnerships With Sisley and Clarins Amenity Kits
Air France has introduced new premium amenity kits featuring skincare products from Sisley and Clarins across its long-haul La Première, Business and Premium cabins.
easyJet partners with Luneia Brands to launch exclusive K-beauty inflight retail offering
easyJet has partnered with Luneia Brands to launch an exclusive multi-brand K-beauty skincare box, becoming the first airline in the UK and Europe to introduce a bespoke K-beauty collection as part of its inflight retail programme.
e.l.f. Cosmetics partners with RED Driver Training on UK brand campaign
e.l.f. Cosmetics has partnered with RED Driver Training to launch the “Grip, Set, Go” campaign, offering thousands of free driving lessons to UK learners as part of a brand initiative focused on accessibility and empowerment.
Shiseido appoints Adele Zhang to lead global travel retail business
Shiseido has appointed Adele Zhang as Managing Director, Travel Retail Global Business, with responsibility for leading the company’s worldwide travel retail operations.
CDC warns of infection and safety risks linked to cosmetic surgery tourism
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned of serious health risks associated with travel-related cosmetic procedures after reviewing a decade of reported complications among American patients
Hainan sees surge in Russian tourists amid weak domestic demand
China’s Hainan province is experiencing a surge in Russian tourism as it looks to boost its local economy.
Thailand Promotes Wellness Tourism to Attract High-Value Visitors
Thailand’s government and private sector are expanding wellness tourism initiatives to attract affluent international travellers and strengthen the country’s tourism-driven economy.
L’Oréal Files Lawsuit Seeking Refund of Trump-Era Tariffs
L’Oréal has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of International Trade seeking refunds for tariffs paid under former President Donald Trump’s emergency trade measures, following a Supreme Court ruling that found the duties unlawful.
CTG Duty-Free to acquire DFS Hong Kong and Macau business in LVMH-backed deal
China Tourism Group Duty Free (CTG Duty-Free) has agreed to acquire DFS’ travel retail business in Hong Kong and Macau, alongside selected intangible assets in Greater China.
Dior Beauty Debuts Boutique at Zurich Airport with Avolta
Parfums Christian Dior has opened a new boutique at Zurich Airport in partnership with Avolta.
Charlotte Tilbury debuts at Dubai Duty Free
Charlotte Tilbury has opened dedicated counters in Concourses C and D at Dubai International Airport, marking its official launch within Dubai Duty Free and expanding its travel retail footprint.
Hong Kong Retail Sales Post Sixth Consecutive Month of Growth as October Hits New High
Hong Kong’s retail sector recorded its sixth straight month of year-on-year growth in October, rising 6.9% to HK$35.2 billion (US$4.5 billion), the strongest monthly increase in half a year.
Dubai Duty Free Posts Record November with Strong Gains in Fragrance Sales
Dubai Duty Free reported its highest-ever monthly revenue in November 2025, with fragrances leading category growth as part of the retailer’s record AED876.56m (US$240.16m) performance.
Shiseido Shares Drop 11% After China Warns Against Travel to Japan
Shiseido stock fell sharply after China advised citizens to avoid travel and study in Japan amid rising political tensions.
L’Oréal Opens First Travel Retail Beauty Boutique in Africa at Abuja Airport
L’Oréal, in partnership with Inter African Market (IAM) and Dune Duty Free, has launched its first standalone L’Oréal travel retail boutique in Africa at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
Korea Tourism Organization Partners with Amorepacific to Merge K-Beauty and Travel in Global Campaign
The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) New York Office has expanded its “Korea Now: All You Imagine” campaign through a partnership with Amorepacific, introducing a K-Beauty-themed sweepstakes to engage North American audiences.
Lanserhof Secures €95 Million to Drive Global Growth in Longevity and Wellness
Lanserhof Group has raised €95 million from investors including AltamarCAM Partners, King Street Capital Management, and Manuel Puig to accelerate its international expansion.
Amorepacific and Sephora Launch First Multi-Brand K-Beauty Pop-Up in New York
Amorepacific has partnered with Sephora to debut Seoul in the City, its first-ever multi-brand skincare pop-up in the US, spotlighting four of its leading K-beauty brands.
Goldman Sachs Upgrades Estée Lauder to ‘Buy’ on China Recovery, Margin Gains
Goldman Sachs has upgraded Estée Lauder to Buy from Neutral, raising its price target to US$115 from US$76, citing stronger growth momentum and margin recovery.
Selfridges Sales Fall as Tourist Spending Declines
Selfridges Group reported a 7% drop in sales to £775 million, citing weaker tourist demand and reduced domestic spending on luxury goods.
Chanel Launches Fragrance & Beauty Boutique at Zurich Airport with Avolta
Chanel has opened a new Fragrance & Beauty boutique at Zurich Airport, marking its first standalone beauty store in the location, in partnership with Avolta and Zurich Airport Ltd.
Lotte Duty Free Reopens Trade with Chinese Resellers as K-Beauty Sales Rebound
Lotte Duty Free has resumed sales to Chinese bulk resellers, reversing its January suspension of daigou transactions as demand for Korean cosmetics rises and visa-free group travel from China is set to restart.
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