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For beauty brands navigating this rapidly changing trade environment, various tariff mitigation strategies have become essential: foreign trade zones, bonded warehouses, tariff engineering and strategic sourcing shifts, just to name a few.

The Tariff Mitigation Secret Every Beauty Brand Should Know

A guide to reclaiming up to 99% of import costs with duty drawbacks.

In skin care, organic sales grew low single digits, supported by premium product mix and pricing in Greater China, partially offset by volume declines.

P&G Q2 FY26: Beauty Fuels Growth as Company Reaffirms Full-Year Outlook

A European board-certified plastic surgeon, Ronert previously served as president during IMAGE Skincare’s formative growth years.

IMAGE Skincare Reinstates Co-Founder Marc Ronert as CEO, Doubling Down on Clinical Authority and GLP-1-Era Innovation

L’Oréal is set to establish a cutting-edge beauty tech hub in Hyderabad, India, with an initial investment of over 35 billion rupees ($383.4 million), according to a Reuters report.

L’Oréal Bets Big on India with $383M Beauty Tech Hub

This global hub will focus on AI-driven beauty innovations, create 2,000 tech jobs by 2030, and accelerate advanced AI beauty solutions.

The takeover interest comes as Olaplex works to stabilize performance amid softer demand, heightened competition and cautious consumer spending.

Henkel Eyes Olaplex Takeover as Haircare Brand Navigates Sales Pressure and Gen Z Appeal

For Henkel, which owns a broad portfolio of hair and beauty brands, Olaplex’s strong Gen Z recognition and international growth could complement its existing lineup.

The Perfect Packaging Partnership is a Thing of Beauty: How to Find the Right Packaging Supplier

The Perfect Packaging Partnership is a Thing of Beauty: How to Find the Right Packaging Supplier

Today, the right packaging partner does far more than supply components—they help shape brand success from concept to launch.

In 2026, companies will seek brands with a more disciplined and surgical environment focused on biotech, R&D capabilities, high-growth indies and corporate divestitures, rather than simply pursuing scale.

Which Beauty Brands Are Ripe for Acquisition in 2026?

In 2026, companies will seek brands with a more disciplined and surgical environment focused on biotech, R&D capabilities, high-growth indies and corporate divestitures, rather than simply pursuing scale.

Strobel succeeds Peter Harf, who will retire from Coty’s board after more than three decades of service, and Sue Nabi, who will step down as chief executive officer following a five-year tenure.

Coty Appoints Markus Strobel Executive Chairman and Interim CEO

Strobel succeeds Peter Harf, who will retire from Coty’s board after more than three decades of service, and Sue Nabi, who will step down as chief executive officer following a five-year tenure.

Leandro Barreto, currently chief marketing officer for Unilever’s beauty and wellbeing business group, will extend his remit to take accountability for Unilever’s enterprise-wide marketing agenda.

Unilever Announces Marketing Leadership Changes: Leandro Barreto Extends Remit & Esi Eggleston Bracey Leaves After 8 Years

Unilever has announced changes to accelerate its global marketing transformation by bringing its enterprise-wide marketing agenda closer to its Business Groups.

Coty intends to use the vast majority of the Wella upfront cash proceeds related to this transaction, net of tax, to pay down its short term and long term debt.

Coty Sells Remaining 25.8% Stake in Wella to KKR for $750M and Significant Share of Ongoing Proceeds

Coty intends to use the vast majority of the Wella upfront cash proceeds related to this transaction, net of tax, to pay down its short term and long term debt.

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"Voices Behind the Data" Episode Five: Not Just a Moment; It's a Mandate

This episode will discuss the artist's perspective and Black creatives within the beauty space, highlighting what the industry can do to truly value Black talent and Black creations.

DRMTLGY Launches at Ulta Beauty

DRMTLGY's launch will include an assortment of 13 of its most-loved formulas.

YSE Beauty's $15M Series A Funding Finds Successful Close

In 2025, YSE Beauty experienced 120% revenue growth and expects to deliver more than 80% growth in 2026.

In October 2025, L'Oreal's nabbed the license for Gucci beauty products from Coty, via the acquisition of Kering's beauty holdings.

Leadership Shake-Up at Coty: CEO Sue Nabi and JAB Chairman Peter Harf Reportedly Set to Depart

Nabi, a L'Oreal veteran, joined Coty in June 2020.