Timed with the FIFA World Cup 2026, AXE (Lynx in the United Kingdom) launched a collection that’s best described as a return to fine fragrance, featuring three new products and a slogan, “Smell your best when you look your worst,' that places the brand in the stands with fans, challenging the chaotic essence of sports-watching at a sensory level.
Behind AXE’s Strategic Return to Fine Fragrance with a FIFA World Cup 2026 Partnership
Global Cosmetic Industry speaks with Caroline Gregory, Global Brand Director of AXE/Lynx, on partnering with FIFA World Cup 2026, the launch and the return to fine fragrance.
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Coty noted that it grew Gucci Beauty revenue by more than 60% since 2019, driven by franchises including Gucci Flora, Bloom, Guilty and The Alchemist's Garden, positioning the transaction as a monetization of value it helped create.
Gucci Beauty Changes Hands Early: Coty Cashes Out as L’Oréal Secures a 50-Year Luxury Prize
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“What stands out in these findings is the clear convergence of digital and physical behaviors,” said Jacqueline Flam, managing director, beauty and health at NIQ. “Gen Alpha is highly fluent in AI and personalization, but they are using these tools to enhance discovery and build confidence, not to replace in-store experiences. For brands and retailers, this means creating connected journeys that link digital influence with real-world engagement.”
The Hybrid Generation: Why Gen Alpha Refuses to Choose Between AI and Stores
Jun 18th, 2026
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Buoyed by the strong performance, Unilever raised its full-year 2026 guidance, now expecting 4% to 6% underlying sales growth with approximately 3% underlying volume growth and a modest improvement in operating margin.
Unilever Lifts 2026 Outlook as Beauty Powers Strong First-Half Growth
Personal Care also delivered a solid 4.8% USG, supported by FIFA World Cup 2026 campaigns.
Jul 28th, 2026
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.
Jul 28th, 2026
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.
Jul 27th, 2026
For Sephora, the addition strengthens its credibility in advanced treatment skin care, while for Deciem, the partnership creates a powerful platform to scale NIOD beyond its loyal core audience and elevate the brand's profile in one of North America's most influential prestige retail channels.
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.
Jul 27th, 2026
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.
Jul 27th, 2026
Susonity recently showcased its technologies in multifunctional prototype concepts at the NYSCC Suppliers' Day.
Beyond Metals and Dyes: Susonity Advances Pigment & Functional Filler Innovation
Susonity showcased technologies in multifunctional prototype concepts at the NYSCC Suppliers' Day.
Jul 24th, 2026
'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.
Jul 24th, 2026
Merit is making its debut in luxury hospitality through an exclusive collaboration with The Ritz-Carlton—the beauty brand's first hospitality partnership and the hotel group's first beauty collaboration.
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.
Jul 24th, 2026
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.
Jul 23rd, 2026
The retailer's new 2,691-square-foot Carnaby Street store in London departs from Sephora's larger destination formats by prioritizing convenience, localized merchandising and technology-enabled services for shoppers visiting during lunch breaks, meeting friends or exploring the city's retail districts.
Sephora Shrinks the Store, Expands the Experience with New Boutique Format
Customers can shop "Only at Sephora" brands—including rhode, Haus Labs, Makeup by Mario, Merit Beauty, Tower 28 and Yepoda—alongside a dedicated "Hot on Social" merchandising table highlighting viral brands.
Jul 23rd, 2026