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e.l.f. Cosmetics teases its telenovela-inspired Big Game spot, starring Melissa McCarthy alongside iconic telenovela talent in a dramatic, tongue-in-cheek celebration of positivity, inclusivity and accessible beauty.

e.l.f. Beauty Posts 38% Q3 Growth, Lifts FY26 Outlook as rhode Fuels International Momentum

A standout contributor to the quarter was rhode’s record-breaking launch at Sephora in the U.K., which management cited as a key highlight alongside continued U.S. momentum.

With the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics approaching, Gillette Venus recently announced partnerships with U.S. figure skaters Alysa Liu, Isabeau Levito and Starr Andrews, extending its long-standing “ritual” positioning into cold-weather performance conditions.

Ulta Beauty Formalizes Its Playbook as Beauty-Sports Partnerships Go Pro

Bio Component Research Appoints Sonal Patel-Trivedi as VP of Business Development

Parfums Givenchy introduced a new floral interpretation of its L’Interdit Parfum, expanding its core fragrance franchise.

LVMH Reports Stable Organic Revenue in Perfumes & Cosmetics as Operating Profit Rises 8%

LVMH's perfumes and cosmetics division reported 8,174 million euros in sales for 2025.

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.

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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

His reappointment signals a renewed emphasis on clinical credibility, physician-informed product development and long-term brand value—key differentiators in an increasingly science-driven professional beauty landscape.

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.

Abboud was selected for this honor based on his presentation, “Advancing Sustainable Bioactive Production: Leveraging Plant-Based Systems as Biofactories for the Personal Care Industry.”

Core Biogenesis’ Tony Abboud Receives SCC Award for Advancing Sustainable Bioactive Production

This distinction recognizes outstanding contributions in sustainable formulation technology.

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.