Better & Better announces US$4 million funding
Better & Better has announced that it has raised US$4 million in funding in a round led by newly-founded global fund Fifth Quarter Ventures, supported by Will Smith and Keisuke Honda’s Dreamer’s Fund, among others.
Cellular Goods hires former P&G employee as Chief Supply Chain Officer
CBD manufacturer, Cellular Goods has announced the appointment of Nikhil Vijayan to the newly created position of Chief Supply Chain Officer, according to a report published by The Morning Star.
Qatar-based Zulal Wellness Resort to become Middle East’s largest wellness resort
The Middle East’s largest wellness resort is set to open in Qatar on 29th March, which will give a modern showcase of traditional Arabic and Islamic medicine (TAIM).
Beekman 1802 names new CEO
Beekman 1802 has named Jill Scalamandre CEO, replacing Tomei Thomas who will now serve as the company’s COO. Scalamandre serves as Chairwoman of the Cosmetics Executive Women organization and has more than 20 years of experience in leadership roles at global brands including Shiseido, Coty, Avon and Revlon.
Walmart signals wellness is the future with appointment of new head of beauty
Walmart has announced the appointment of Creighton Kiper as Vice President of Merchandising, Beauty, according to a report published by WWD.
Carrots, milk, adult toys: Tesco becomes first UK supermarket to stock Lovehoney brand
Tesco has become the first UK supermarket to stock Lovehoney products, according to a report published by The Independent.
The Beauty Health Company reports record Q4 2021
The Beauty Health Company has reported its results for the fourth quarter and full year of fiscal 2021. The owner of Hydrafacial said that it had exceeded its guidance for the 12-months after a record fourth quarter, with net sales of US$77.9 million.
L’Occitane unveils new spa at Sofitel Dubai The Palm
L’Occitane has unveiled the new Sofitel SPA with L’Occitane at the Sofitel Dubai The Palm, joining forces to deliver a wellness concept at the resort.
Huda Kattan branches out into wellness as investment arm backs supplement brand
Huda Beauty owner Huda Kattan is set to debut a new wellness brand via her venture capital firm, HB Investments, according to a report published by Arab News.
Credo Beauty names CEO
Credo Beauty has named Stuart Millar as Chief Executive Officer. Miller will be responsible for accelerating the clean beauty brand’s retail growth and driving product innovation.
Firmenich teams up with Finlays to commercialize wellbeing teas in Europe
Firmenich has entered into an agreement with Finlays, granting the flavors and fragrances supplier full access to the tea and coffee producer’s full portfolio of extracts in Europe, effective immediately.
Vital Proteins names Addison Rae Global Brand Ambassador
TikTok superstar Addison Rae has been named Global Brand Ambassador for collagen brand Vital Proteins.
Martha Steward CBD launches new line of wellness topicals as its first category expansion
Martha Stewart CBD has launched Martha Stewart CBD Wellness Topicals, which is the brand’s first-ever category expansion in its growing CBD portfolio.
Ardian buys majority stake in Biofarma
Private equity firm Ardian has snapped up a majority stake in Italy’s Biofarma from White Bridge Investments.
Il Makiage closes US$130 million private round; values the company at US$1.5 billion
Oddity-owned Il Makiage has announced the closing of a US$130 million private round, that values the company at US$1.5 billion.
Saks debuts online wellness shop
Saks has announced the launch of a new wellness shop on Saks.com. The e-commerce store spans fitness, health & nutrition, sexual wellness and rest & relaxation and boasts an increased product selection with more than 100 brands.
Unilever Eyes microbiome space with Holobiome partnership
Unilever has announced a research partnership with Holobiome aimed at discovering food ingredients that can enhance mental health and wellbeing.
Procter & Gamble buys yet another prestige beauty brand; acquisition of Tula Skincare is third deal in as many months
Procter & Gamble is set to buy Tula Skincare, its third such acquisition in the space of three months, according to a report published by WWD. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
John F. Kennedy International Airport launches new wellness centre
John F. Kennedy International Airport has partnered with XpresSpa and Port Authority to launch the Treat health and wellness centre, according to International Port Review.
Tech platform Mindbody unveils Top 10 Healthiest Cities in America as part of its 2022 Mindbody Wellness Index
Tech platform Mindbody has unveiled its Top 10 Healthiest Cities in America as part of its 2022 Mindbody Wellness Index, with Miami ranking number one for the third year in a row.
Sisley and Air France open exclusive spa at Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France and Sisley have cut the ribbon on a new spa located at the airline’s La Premiere Lounge in Paris’ Charles de Gaulle airport.
Malta becomes first EU nation to legalize Marijuana
Malta has become the first EU nation to legalize the cultivation and personal use of cannabis.
Holland & Barrett acquires blow Ltd
Holland & Barrett has announced the acquisition of blow LTD. Terms of the deal were not disclosed but the UK’s leading at-home beauty services business will become a subsidiary business of the health and wellness retailer and all blow employees will move to the new ownership structure.
Israel to legalize CBD?
Israel is mulling the possibility of decriminalizing cannabidiol, according to a report published by The Jerusalem Post.
Yooma reports Q3 ‘significant growth’; forecasts Q4 revenue to exceed US$5 million
Yooma Wellness has reported revenue of US$2.1 million for the three months ending September 30, with a gross profit of US$560,107
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