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According to The NPD Group, niche colognes and premium juices are among winners heading into Mother’s Day.
The fragrance company's largest markets—North America, Western Europe and Asia—saw sales increases of 28%, 24% and 29%, respectively, while Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Central and South America reported sales increases of 96%, 9% and 41%, respectively.
The move helps sustain Nest Fragrances' international growth and development.
In a new market report available from The NPD Group, the market research company looks at the drivers of nail care's recent explosion, including at-home and salon options.
In a preview of topics in her "Keeping Traditional Distribution Channels Relevant in the Digital Age" presentation scheduled for InnoCos Europe (June 4, 2013), Branston provides an overview of "curation" and strategies helping retailers to thrive in a changing environment.
Estée Lauder’s good performance was broad based, generating local currency sales gains in each of its geographic regions and most product categories.
Nivea recorded sales growth of 5.7% as against the prior-year quarter, and Eucerin generated a 9.4% increase in sales as of the end of the period, while La Prairie saw an 8.2% increase.
Fragrance sales in Europe grew 33% (at constant rates) for the company during the quarter.
The winners will be featured in a variety of unique retail opportunities, including through Superdrug, Harrods, QVC and more.
The Japanese beauty company saw domestic cosmetic sales down 2.2%, but global sales painted a brighter picture, edging up 0.8% to ¥322.3 billion and growing 2.5% on local currency terms.