Cross-party group of UK MPs raise inquiry into value of complementary therapies
A group of cross-party MPs in the UK have raised an investigation into the value of complementary therapies in order to support everyone’s physical health, mental health and wellbeing and taking pressure off the NHS.
Singapore-based shopping platform ShopBack raises an additional US$80 million funding in Series F extension
Singapore-based shopping platform ShopBack has raised an additional US$80 million in funding in a Series F extension, according to a report by Nikkei Asia.
Procter & Gamble offers relief to residents affected by Hurricane Ian in Florida
Procter & Gamble has offered relief to residents affected by Hurricane Ian in Florida, offering families, individuals and first responders personal care items, cleaning products or laundry services.
L’Oréal Paris U.S. launches new limited-edition Color Riche lipstick as part of its Stand Up Against Street Harassment program
L’Oréal Paris U.S. has launched new limited-edition Color Riche lipstick Red My Lips in shade Le Rouge Liberté as part of its Stand Up Against Street Harassment program in an effort to ‘encourage safe bystander intervention with color expression.’
Target launches Clockwork – a manicure in minutes service, applied by a robot
Target has launched a new manicure service named Clockwork, with consumers able to get a 10-minute manicure applied by a robot.
Dior Beauty names Joseph Quinn face of Gris Dior
Dior Beauty has announced British actor Joseph Quinn as the first global ambassador for its Gris Dior fragrance, part of La Collection Privee Christian Dior.
Shilla Duty Free and Lauder to debut consultations via video call
Shilla Duty Free has teamed up with The Estee Lauder Companies to launch a video-based online consultation service, which it is claiming is the first of its kind in the travel retail sphere, according to a report published by DFNI Frontier.
L’Oréal Paris takes over the runway at Paris Fashion Week
L’Oréal Paris staged its own runway show in the center of Paris to mark the French capital’s Fashion Week, according to a report published by Reuters.
Mibelle completes Mirexus asset deal
Mibelle Biochemistry has announced that it has successfully completed an asset deal with Mirexus. The transition is effective immediately and Mirexus’ branded products, PhytoSpherix, EnerZea, Adveen and Susttain, have all been fully integrated into Mibelle’s portfolio.
Drunk Elephant to open pop-up in Paris
Shiseido-owned Drunk Elephant is poised to open a pop-up store in Paris in partnership with LVMH-owned Sephora, according to a report published by WWD.
The Estee Lauder Companies names GM for Balmain Beauty
The Estee Lauder Companies has named Nathalie Berger Duquene as Senior Vice President, Global General Manager, Balmain Beauty, effective immediately. Duquene will report to Guillaume Jesel, President, Global Brands, Tom Ford Beauty, Balmain Beauty and Luxury Business Development.
Billie Eilish: I won’t be launching skin care anytime soon
Billie Eilish has revealed that she has no plans to launch a skin care or make-up line in the future. In an interview with Refinery 29, the Grammy Award-winning singer admitted that she knew very little about beauty market and her passion and knowledge lies solely in the fragrance arena.
Clarins debuts sustainable hotel amenities
Clarins has partnered with Groupe GM to relaunch its Eau Dynamisante hotel line as a more sustainable range, according to Travel News Asia.
L’Occitane to showcase full portfolio at TFWA Cannes for the first time
L’Occitane Group will showcase its full travel retail offer at the upcoming TFWA in Cannes. For the first time, Group brands Elemis, Grown Alchemist, Erborian and Sol de Janeiro will be featured at the duty-free summit alongside L’Occitane en Provence and Melvita.
The Lip Bar closes US$6.7 million funding round
The Lip Bar has announced that it has raised an oversubscribed US$6.7 million funding round to further grow its brand portfolio, which includes both Thread Beauty and The Lip Bar.
Johnson & Johnson names new Consumer Health Company Kenvue
Johnson & Johnson has announced Kenvue as the name for its planned New Consumer Health Company. The new corporate brand is inspired by two powerful ideas: ‘ken’, from the Scottish word meaning knowledge and ‘vue’, referencing sight.
Unilever pilots electric HGVs in move towards zero-emission vehicles
Unilever has added one of the world’s first heavy-duty electric trucks to its fleet. The 44-tonne Volvo truck will run entirely on renewable power and is the first HGeV to meet the UK-based FMCG supplier’s business need thanks to its 540kWh battery capacity and 185-mile range.
Macy’s launches digital marketplace
Macy’s has launched a digital marketplace on its macys.com website providing customers with a curated assortment of new brands, merchandise categories and products from third-party merchants and brand partners.
Kao joins Geno as Founding Member
Kao has joined as a Founding Member of Genomatica (Geno), a venture to scale and commercialize plant-based alternatives to palm kernel oil.
P&G’s Febreze targets interiors addicts with ‘scent styling’
P&G-owned Febreeze is promoting its Air collection with a fresh new concept known as ‘scent styling’ aimed at home décor enthusiasts. The idea marries the sense of smell with the visual element of interior design to create curated spaces.
Former Walgreens Boots Alliance executive to join LetterOne board?
Former Walgreens Boots Alliance executive Alex Gourlay is set to take seat on the board of Holland & Barrett owner LetterOne, according to a report by Sky News.
Revlon creditors seek rehearing following US$500 million Citigroup win
Some Revlon creditors who were mistakenly sent US$900 million by Citigroup have requested a rehearing from a federal appeals court, following its ruling that they had to return the money.
L’Oréal USA to open new Research & Innovation Center in New Jersey
L’Oréal USA today announced that it will be opening a new, state-of-the-art Research & Innovation (R&I) Center in Clark, New Jersey.
Shiseido to acquire microbiome skincare care brand Gallinée
Shiseido is set to acquire the outstanding shares of microbiome skincare brand Gallinée.
Tangle Teezer announces record sales of £43.5 million; expansion plans bolster results
Tangle Teezer has announced record results of £43.5 million in 2021, up 47 percent YOY, with the U.S. growing to be the company’s largest market with sales increasing 133 percent.
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