Puig (Carolina Herrera, Rabanne, Charlotte Tilbury, Jean Paul Gaultier, Dries Van Noten, Nina Ricci, Byredo, Penhaligon’s, L’Artisan Parfumeur, Uriage, Apivita, Kama Ayurveda, Loto del Sur) has acquired a majority stake in German molecular cosmetics brand Dr. Barbara Sturm. Founder Dr.…
The number of beauty brands entering retail continues to boom, creating a highly competitive and cost-sensitive market exacerbated by the adjacent increase in marketplaces and specialist stores, say experts. Last November, beauty brands, investors and consultancy firms met at Beauty…
L’Oréal announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire the outstanding shares of Switzerland-based Gjosa, the company pioneering water fractioning technology. L’Oréal has already started a partnership with Gjosa to launch the L’Oréal Professionnel Water Saver professional showerhead. More…
The French manufacturer of natural active ingredients for the cosmetics and dermocosmetics markets has opened a new commercial subsidiary in Japan. Named Silab North East Asia (NEA) KK, the new office was opened officially on November 1st 2023. It is…
The inaugural edition of Cosmoprof North America Miami will be held from January 23 to 25, 2024, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Following the success of its 20th edition in Las Vegas, Cosmoprof North America brings its signature to…
dsm-firmenich has appointed five new Principal Perfumers namely, Amandine Clerc-Marie, Bruno Jovanovic, Clément Gavarry, Dora Baghriche and Gabriela Chelariu who join an exclusive group within the Fine Fragrance team. “We are thrilled to announce the promotion of five exceptionally talented…
Now owned by China’s Yatsen group, the high-end skincare brand is reconnecting with its roots through the launch of an endowment fund to stimulate research in dermatology. Four projects have just been rewarded by the recently formed scientific committee. Organized…
Boom! By Cindy Joseph, a beauty brand specializing in products for mature skin, has rebranded as Boom! Beauty. Barbara Roll has been named Chief Executive Officer of the brand, as well as of oVertone, known for its dye free and…
Well known for its cosmetic brushes and applicators, as well as its packaging solutions, the company created in 1988 by J.K. Hwang, its current CEO, is also a recognized specialist in the development and manufacturing of facial masks and skincare…
Paris Packaging Week (17 & 18 January 2024) is to offer its platform to the packaging sector’s brightest young creative talents once again in its annual packaging design competition. The contest is part of a collaboration with ESI Reims and…