Brands & Products | Global Cosmetic Industry

The launch expands P2 Science’s broader “Feel Good” platform, positioning green chemistry as a tool for meeting some of beauty’s fastest-moving demands—including silicone-free innovation, inclusive shade development and skin-first hybrid color cosmetics.

P2 Science Brings Green Chemistry to 2026 Complexion Trends With New 'Feel Good Color' Collection

The launch expands P2 Science’s broader “Feel Good” platform, positioning green chemistry as a tool for meeting some of beauty’s fastest-moving demands.

Makeup emerged as the fastest-growing division, surging 9.1% on a like-for-like basis to €359 million as Charlotte Tilbury continued to gain market share and deliver strong sell-out performance.

Puig Outpaces Premium Beauty Market as Makeup and APAC Fuel First-Half Growth

Fragrance and fashion remained Puig's largest business, accounting for nearly three-quarters of sales.

MOON: mascara in glass by Lumson and Ponzini

MOON: mascara in glass by Lumson and Ponzini

MOON is the first glass mascara created by Lumson in collaboration with Ponzini. This Made in Italy design elevates the formula, transforming the mascara into a luxury object. The bottle comes with three applicators for a tailored, premium performance

July/August 2026

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July/August 2026

Dossier Taps Former Coty and J&J Executive Stefano Curti as Executive Chairman

MOON: mascara in glass by Lumson and Ponzini

MOON: mascara in glass by Lumson and Ponzini

Dermatological Beauty returned to mid- to high-single-digit growth, powered by La Roche-Posay, a reaccelerating CeraVe business fueled by its core moisturizers and new suncare launches, double-digit gains for SkinCeuticals, and continued momentum for Vichy's Dercos hair care range.

L'Oréal Builds Momentum With Record Margins as Dermatological Beauty, Hair Care and E-Commerce Lead Growth

The launch also underscores a broader shift in consumer behavior. As minimalist beauty continues to gain momentum and consumers seek lower-maintenance alternatives to frequent salon appointments, Buff is betting that healthy natural nails can become a beauty statement in their own right rather than simply the stage beneath polish.

Buff Beauty Bets the Future of Nails Is Bare

MOON: mascara in glass by Lumson and Ponzini

MOON: mascara in glass by Lumson and Ponzini

MOON is the first glass mascara created by Lumson in collaboration with Ponzini. This Made in Italy design elevates the formula, transforming the mascara into a luxury object. The bottle comes with three applicators for a tailored, premium performance

Beauty remained the company's strongest personal care category. Quarterly beauty sales increased 6% to $3.98 billion, driven by 3% organic sales growth, supported by higher volume and favorable pricing.

P&G Beauty Outperforms as Grooming Slows in Mixed Q4, FY2026 Results

P&G expects fiscal 2027 net sales growth of 1% to 3% and anticipates continued pressure from elevated commodity, energy and transportation costs.

The raise builds on the firm's successful first fund, which delivered exits including Touchland, acquired by Church & Dwight, Billie, Coterie and Hims.

Align Ventures Raises $125M Fund II, Signaling Strong Investor Appetite for Next-Generation Beauty Brands

Align has also already warehoused an investment in California Naturals ahead of Fund II and recently participated in the brand's Series B round.

Selective retail continues to outperform many traditional luxury categories, with Sephora serving as a critical gateway for premium beauty brands and increasingly acting as a stabilizing force within LVMH's portfolio.

LVMH Beauty Holds Firm as Sephora Outpaces Luxury Slowdown, Fueling Confidence for Second Half

Sephora continued to gain market share globally, reinforcing its position as one of LVMH's most reliable growth drivers.

NIOD Makes Prestige Retail Play with Sephora, Bringing Science-First Skin Care to a Wider Audience

Retailers are expanding assortments that appeal to sophisticated skin care enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Crystal Clear ($20-$30) is a bi-phase replenishing micro-mist featuring ocean minerals, Klamath algae and triple hyaluronic acid for hydration and environmental protection.

Patchology Expands Beyond Patches with Mood-Boosting Skin Care Collection at Ulta

The mover reflects growing consumer demand for products that address both visible skin performance and the emotional experience of self-care.

'Founders who punch above their weight can command a room,' says Alicia Sontag, co-founder and managing partner of Prelude Growth Partners.

What Makes a Beauty Brand Investable? Prelude Growth's Alicia Sontag Weighs In.

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Hair Care Legacy: Dippity Do's Journey to 60 Years

Dippity Do Celebrates 60 years of a thriving legacy with an innovative marketing campaign.

Merit Expands Growth Strategy with SEMCAP Investment, First Ritz-Carlton Partnership

SEMCAP managing partner (and former Unilever executive) Vasiliki Petrou will join Merit's board of directors.

From left: Toral Patel, CMO; founder Samantha Ellis, MD; and Nathalie Kristo, CEO.

Prequel Skin Builds Growth Dream Team with Beauty Industry Powerhouse Hires

The appointments create an all-female executive leadership team combining Ellis' dermatological expertise with proven experience building high-growth global beauty brands.

This year's cohort reflects several of beauty's fastest-growing trends, including hair longevity, scalp health, performance beauty, science-backed body care, textured hair innovation and founder-led fine fragrance.

Sephora's 2026 Accelerate Cohort Signals What's Next in Prestige Beauty

With consumers increasingly expecting hair care products to deliver all-day—and even multi-day—freshness, Scentaurus Aquamelon underscores the industry's move beyond traditional fragrance ingredients toward smart delivery systems that release scent when triggered by everyday environmental conditions.

Givaudan's Scentaurus Aquamelon Brings Multi-Day Freshness to Hair Care

“Consumer research across multiple markets reveals a consistent demand for more fragrance performance in hair care and it is no longer measured at rinse-off and drying but throughout the entire day."