Alix Earle invests in beauty-from-within wellness brand Cymbiotika
Cymbiotika has secured an investment from creator Alix Earle, expanding its roster of high-profile backers as the science-backed wellness brand builds its presence in the beauty-from-within category.
Kim Kardashian joins Broc Shot as brand advocate for skin health supplement
Broc Shot has named Kim Kardashian as a brand advocate, strengthening the supplement company’s positioning at the intersection of skin health, beauty and wellness.
Cocokind founder and beauty creator launch collagen snack brand Mimitime
Cocokind founder Priscilla Tsai and beauty creator Ava Lee have launched Mimitime, a collagen-infused konjac jelly brand that aims to bring the Korean functional snack format into the US beauty and wellness market.
Alex Cooper to shut Unwell beverage line after short-lived Nestlé partnership
Alex Cooper’s Unwell Beverage Co. is reportedly set to cease production, bringing an end to the beverage brand roughly a year after its launch in partnership with Nestlé.
PayPal in talks over potential US$53 billion sale to Stripe and Advent
PayPal is reportedly in talks to sell itself to payments company Stripe and private equity firm Advent International, following a takeover proposal made in July.
US Court Upholds End of De Minimis Tariff Exemption
The US Court of International Trade has rejected a challenge to President Donald Trump’s suspension of the de minimis tariff exemption, allowing the administration to continue collecting duties on low-value imports worth US$800 or less.
Henkel Recalls Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip Over Packaging Risk
Henkel has issued a voluntary recall of selected batches of Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip 200ml in the US due to a packaging defect that could cause the product to leak under pressure, creating a potential explosion risk.
Kimberly-Clark Appoints Suzana Blades as General Counsel Ahead of Kenvue Acquisition
Kimberly-Clark has appointed Suzana Blades as Senior Vice President and General Counsel, effective September 1, 2026, as the company prepares for its pending acquisition of Kenvue.
Hims & Hers Q2 Revenue Jumps 38% as International Expansion Accelerates
Hims & Hers Health reported 38% year-on-year revenue growth in Q2 2026 and raised its full-year sales outlook, supported by accelerating US growth, international expansion and a growing subscriber base.
QVC Emerges From Bankruptcy After Cutting Debt by US$5 Billion
QVC Group has completed its Chapter 11 restructuring, emerging from bankruptcy with approximately US$5 billion less debt as it seeks to reposition the business around streaming, social media and digital commerce.
Kenvue’s Beauty Sales Rise 5.1% as Neutrogena and OGX Drive Q2 Growth
Kenvue reported continued momentum in its Skin Health and Beauty business in Q2 2026, with sales increasing 5.1% year-on-year and organic growth reaching 3.7%.
Edgewell Personal Care Returns to Organic Growth as Q3 Earnings Beat Expectations
Edgewell Personal Care returned to organic sales growth in its fiscal third quarter, with adjusted EPS and adjusted EBITDA exceeding expectations, supported by an improved performance in North America.
Ashland Explores Potential Sale Following Takeover Interest
Speciality ingredients supplier Ashland is reportedly exploring a potential sale after attracting takeover interest from strategic and financial buyers, including several major private equity firms.
DSM-Firmenich Agrees US$33 Million Settlement in Fragrance Antitrust Case
DSM-Firmenich has agreed to a US$33 million settlement with direct purchasers to resolve claims against the company in US litigation alleging price fixing in the fragrance ingredients market.
Amazon Loses Bid to Block Perplexity’s AI Shopping Tools
A US appeals court has overturned a temporary ban preventing Perplexity from using its AI-powered agentic shopping tools on Amazon, in a closely watched case over how AI agents can access and transact on e-commerce platforms.
Shopify Raises Q3 Expectations After Q2 Revenue and Profit Beat Forecasts
Shopify issued a stronger-than-expected third-quarter outlook after second-quarter revenue and adjusted profit both came in above market expectations.
The Honest Company Raises 2026 Outlook as Personal Care and Wipes Drive Organic Growth
The Honest Company reported 6.7% organic revenue growth in the second quarter of 2026, driven by its wipes and personal care portfolio, prompting the company to raise its full-year outlook.
Estée Lauder Heir Ronald Lauder Scales Back Activities
Ronald S. Lauder, the billionaire cosmetics heir and former director of The Estée Lauder Companies, is reducing a number of his long-standing external commitments, including his political activities.
e.l.f. Beauty Raises FY2027 Outlook After Strong First-Quarter Growth
e.l.f. Beauty has raised its fiscal 2027 guidance after delivering a strong first quarter, driven by continued momentum across its brand portfolio and global retail and e-commerce channels.
L’Oréal Appoints Rahquel Purcell as North America DE&I Chief
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P&G to Acquire Thorne in US$3.8 Billion Wellness Deal
Procter & Gamble has agreed to acquire science-backed wellness brand Thorne from consumer-focused investment firm L Catterton in a US$3.8 billion cash transaction.
e.l.f. and Bubble Launch Limited-Edition Skincare-Makeup Collaboration
e.l.f. and Bubble have partnered to launch a limited-edition collection of hybrid skincare and makeup products inspired by evolving consumer beauty routines.
P&G Appoints Shailesh Jejurikar as Chairman Following Leadership Transition
Procter & Gamble has appointed President and Chief Executive Officer Shailesh Jejurikar as Chairman of the Board, completing the company’s latest leadership transition following the retirement of Executive Chairman Jon Moeller.
Glamlite Expands Into Body Care Through Pepsi Collaboration
Glamlite has entered the body care category through a new licensing partnership with Pepsi, launching its first-ever body care collection alongside a coordinated colour cosmetics range inspired by the Pepsi brand.
Procter & Gamble Reports Fiscal 2026 Growth Despite Challenging Trading Environment
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has reported fiscal 2026 net sales growth of 3%, supported by higher pricing and favourable foreign exchange, while outlining plans to accelerate growth through continued investment, productivity improvements and consumer-focused innovation.
Gerresheimer Sells Primary Packaging Plastics Business to Apax Funds
Gerresheimer has agreed to sell its Centor business and global Primary Packaging Plastics (PPP) division to Apax Funds in a transaction valued at approximately €1.5 billion, as the company sharpens its focus on pharmaceutical drug delivery and medical devices.
The Face Shop Expands US Distribution Through Walmart Partnership
THE WHAT? LG Household & Health Care has expanded the US distribution of its K-beauty brand The Face Shop by launching its flagship Rice Water Bright range in more than 1,600 Walmart stores, significantly increasing the brand's physical retail presence in North...
Johnson & Johnson Proposes Comprehensive Settlement to End Ovarian Talc Litigation
Johnson & Johnson has announced a proposed comprehensive settlement to resolve the remaining US ovarian talc litigation, following a favourable federal court ruling that questioned plaintiffs’ ability to prove the company’s talc products caused ovarian cancer.
US Judge Questions Evidence in Johnson & Johnson Talc Cancer Litigation
A US federal judge has raised significant questions over the scientific evidence supporting approximately 69,000 lawsuits alleging that Johnson & Johnson’s talc-based products caused ovarian cancer, potentially reshaping one of the cosmetics industry’s largest product liability cases.
Gap Re-Enters Fragrance Market With Relaunched Gap Beauty Brand
Gap Inc. has launched Gap Beauty, marking its return to the fragrance category with a modernised collection of its iconic scents, repositioned to meet evolving consumer preferences and support the retailer’s broader lifestyle strategy.
Fenty Beauty Retires Pro Filt’r Foundation as It Prepares Next-Generation Complexion Launch
Fenty Beauty is discontinuing its Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Foundation, marking the end of one of the brand’s flagship products as it prepares to introduce a next-generation complexion offering.
YouTube Expands Social Commerce With UK Shopping Affiliate Programme
YouTube has launched its Shopping Affiliate Programme in the UK, enabling creators to earn commission by promoting products while giving retailers new opportunities to connect with consumers through creator-led content.
Lemme Expands Beauty Supplement Portfolio With Ceramide-Based Skin Gummy
Lemme has expanded its ingestible beauty portfolio with the launch of Lemme Skin Firming & Hydrating Gummy Rings, a ceramide-based supplement designed to support skin hydration, firmness and barrier function.
Estée Lauder Notifies Employees Following Oracle E-Business Data Breach
The Estée Lauder Companies has disclosed that employee data was compromised following a cyberattack targeting Oracle’s E-Business Suite (EBS), prompting the company to notify current and former employees whose information may have been affected.
Lemme Faces New Class-Action Lawsuit Over GLP-1 Supplement Marketing Claims
Kourtney Kardashian Barker’s wellness brand, Lemme, has been named in a new class-action lawsuit alleging that it made misleading marketing claims about the weight-loss benefits of its GLP-1 dietary supplement.
California Expands Chemical Restrictions on Nail Products and Cleaning Products
The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has designated nail products containing more than 250 parts per million (ppm) of triphenyl phosphate (TPhP) as a priority product under the Safer Consumer Products Program and has proposed banning cleaning products containing hydrofluoric acid.
QVC Group Secures Court Approval for Restructuring Ahead of Bankruptcy Exit
QVC Group has received court approval for its financial restructuring plan, paving the way for the company to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with a significantly reduced debt burden.
L’Oréal Canada Appoints Stéphane Bérubé as President and CEO
L’Oréal Canada has appointed Stéphane Bérubé as President and Chief Executive Officer, making him the first Canadian to lead the company’s Canadian business.
Estée Lauder Appoints Madeleine Boyd to Lead Global Brand Communications
The Estée Lauder Companies has appointed Madeleine Boyd as Senior Vice President, Global Brand Communications, creating a newly integrated communications function to strengthen consumer engagement across its global brand portfolio.
Medik8 Expands North American Retail Presence Through Sephora Partnership
British clinical skincare brand Medik8 has expanded its North American footprint through a major retail partnership with Sephora, launching online and rolling out to stores across the US and Canada.
Bath & Body Works Enters Brazil With First Store and Localised Fragrance Strategy
Bath & Body Works has expanded into Brazil with the launch of its first retail store in São Paulo and a dedicated Brazilian e-commerce platform, marking the latest step in its international growth strategy.
IM8 Secures US$1 Billion Growth Financing From General Catalyst
IM8, the wellness brand co-founded by David Beckham and Prenetics Global, has secured up to US$1 billion in growth financing from venture capital firm General Catalyst to accelerate customer acquisition and expansion.
Guinness Atkinson Files for First US-Listed K-Beauty ETF
US asset manager Guinness Atkinson has filed plans to launch the first US-listed exchange-traded fund (ETF) dedicated exclusively to the K-beauty sector, providing investors with targeted exposure to South Korea’s cosmetics and personal care industry.
Unilever Innovation Centre Moves Closer to Approval in New Haven
Plans for Unilever’s new Global Innovation Center in New Haven have moved a step closer, as city officials prepare to approve the next stage of the proposed 200,000-square-foot laboratory and office development.
Macy’s Appoints Alexandre Choueiri as CEO of Bluemercury
Macy’s, Inc. has appointed Alexandre Choueiri as Chief Executive Officer of luxury beauty retailer Bluemercury, where he will lead the brand’s next phase of growth.
Ulta Beauty Appoints Kelly Garcia as Chief Technology Officer
Ulta Beauty has appointed Kelly Garcia as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), strengthening its executive leadership team to support the company’s technology and digital growth strategy.
Urban Outfitters Expands Beauty Offering With Exclusive Yes Day Launch
Urban Outfitters has become the exclusive US brick-and-mortar retail partner for skincare brand Yes Day, introducing the Gen Zalpha-focused brand to 60 stores nationwide and its e-commerce platform.
Estée Lauder Decides Against Selling Too Faced, Smashbox and Dr.Jart
The Estée Lauder Companies has decided not to sell Too Faced, Smashbox and Dr.Jart after exploring strategic options for the brands, opting instead to restructure their operating models.
CoverGirl shifts focus to Generation X consumers
Coty-owned CoverGirl is repositioning its brand strategy to focus on Generation X consumers, moving away from its recent emphasis on attracting Gen Z shoppers.
Iris Ventures leads US$22 million funding round for functional drinks brand Reformed
Iris Ventures has led a US$22 million Series A funding round in UK functional beverage brand Reformed to support its next phase of international growth.
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