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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 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.
Dec 23rd, 2025
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
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
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Unica's Triple-Mix Bottle: Effortless Dispensing for Multi-Formula Products
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Unica's Triple-Mix Bottle: Effortless Dispensing for Multi-Formula Products
Unica Packaging’s Triple-Mix Bottle is a new three-chamber packaging designed to simplify the delivery of complex multi-formula products. The Triple-Mix Bottle uses a unique single pump design that ensures effortless dispensing of your multi-formula product.
Nov 4th, 2025
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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.
Dec 19th, 2025
The brand's arrival at Ulta Beauty further strengthens the retailer's robust portfolio of science-forward skin care, offering guests easy access to trusted, high-performance solutions both in-store and online.
DRMTLGY Launches at Ulta Beauty
DRMTLGY's launch will include an assortment of 13 of its most-loved formulas.
Dec 18th, 2025
The brand is anticipating to more than double its Sephora business, while continuing its momentum in e-commerce, bringing the business to nearly $30 million in revenue next year.
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.
Dec 16th, 2025
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.
Dec 15th, 2025
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"Voices Behind the Data" Episode Four: On Navigating Equity and Building Lasting Success
This episode will discuss strategies Black beauty professionals should be adopting to build lasting success in an industry where equity seems conditional and more.
Dec 12th, 2025
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Gattefossé Celebrates 20 Years in China, Inaugurates Technical Center of Excellence in Shanghai
As the world’s largest beauty market and a hub for pharmaceutical R&D, the country aligns closely with Gattefossé’s focus on natural, high-performance ingredients and advanced drug delivery systems, the company reports.
Dec 8th, 2025
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11 Award Winners Highlighted at Cosmoprof Asia 2025
This year, the awards attracted 424 submissions, and winners were selected across 11 categories.
Dec 8th, 2025
Alchemy has a track record of strong organic growth, with FY25 revenue expected to reach more than $6 million with attractive margins.
Elementis Acquires Alchemy Ingredients Limited for $22 Million
Elementis has announced its acquisition of U.K. Alchemy Ingredients Limited for $22 million.
Dec 5th, 2025
Notable is the revised fiscal guidance for 2025, where prior net sales were at $12.0 billion to $12.1 billion. Net sales have been adjusted to reflect their growth at approximately $12.3 billion.
Ulta Beauty's Steady Momentum: Company Sees $2.9B in Net Sales for Q3
Ulta Beauty has released its Q3 and nine-month results for 2025, showing steady momentum as the company begins to execute its Ulta Beauty Unleashed Strategy.
Dec 5th, 2025
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"Voices Behind the Data" Episode Three: Being Black in the Beauty Industry
Episode three of "Voices Behind the Data" is releasing at 11AM CT on Global Cosmetic Industry's LinkedIn and Instagram pages. Check our socials for the drop.
Dec 5th, 2025