Report: Quinta Brunson Named New Face of Olay

Aug 2nd, 2022

Jacquelyn Mueller, associate editor, Global Cosmetic Industry

Quinta Brunson stars in Olay's new campaign featuring the brand's Retinol24 + Peptide collection.

Quinta Brunson has been named the new face of Olay—the actresses' first beauty partnership—according to People.

Brunson stars in Olay's new campaign featuring the brand's Retinol24 + Peptide collection.

In an Instagram post, Olay declared: "Verified How’s this for a bright spot?! @quintab is now part of the Olay fam! She’s loving Retinol24, how it smooths and brightens skin, and we’re loving how she brightens our lives 24/7."

Coty witnessed growth in prestige and consumer beauty, as well as an uptick in China's prestige sector in its latest quarter.

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Prestige net revenues in Q3 increased 8% on a reported basis and 13% on an LFL basis, per Coty, driven by fragrances, cosmetics and skin care, though slightly offset by the divestiture of the Lacoste license and foreign exchange impacts.

Dose & Co was founded in 2019 by Libby Matthews and has since sold 4 million tubs at more than 5,000 distribution points.

Vector Consumer Seeks to Lead in Collagen Following Dose & Co Acquisition

Dose & Co was founded in 2019 by Libby Matthews and has since sold 4 million tubs at more than 5,000 distribution points.

Baralan featuring the latest innovative 3D techniques, iconic shapes, sophisticated finishes and versatile accessories

Baralan featuring the latest innovative 3D techniques, iconic shapes, sophisticated finishes and versatile accessories

Baralan at Luxe Pack NY 2024 in a continuous dialogue among the company historical soul, industry trends and product innovations. New ideas for primary packaging: innovative 3D techniques, iconic shapes, sophisticated finishes and versatile accessories.

“I am very excited to welcome Molly to Maesa,' said Piyush Jain, Maesa's CEO. 'Her experience in building purpose-driven brands will be instrumental in elevating our brands’ position within the industry and achieving further success with our consumers and retail partners alike.'

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Kennedy previously spent 13 years at Unilever working with Dove Men+Care and Vaseline.

Silvia Galfo was previously the first chief growth officer for the luxe division in the United States.

L’Oréal US Names Silvia Galfo President of L’Oréal Luxe Division

Galfo succeeds Megan Grant who was appointed to the role in May 2019.

“With our third quarter results and fourth quarter outlook, we are confident that the second half of fiscal 2024 will prove to be an inflection point for our company performance,' said Fabrizio Freda, president and CEO.

The Estée Lauder Companies' Fiscal Q3 2024 Results Are an 'Inflection Point'

Mainland China, a challenge amid lingering economic and COVID-19 challenges, grew net sales in the latest quarter, though the prestige sector remains soft, per the company.

Sabinsa Bakuchiol Launch Nyscc Suppliers Day 2024 Adobe Stock 305100159

Sabinsa Debuts Babchiol Retinol Alternative, Highlights Naturals and Nutricosmetics at NYSCC

Babchiol (INCI: Bakuchiol), extracted from Psoralea corylifolia, is presented as a retinol alternative that offers the same anti-aging benefits as retinoids but gentler, and without the risk of adverse effects.

According to L'Occitane, 'The offer is particularly compelling in light of the prolonged low trading liquidity of the company’s shares, which makes it challenging for minority shareholders and vested option holders to sell a substantial amount of shares without adversely affecting the share price.'

L’Occitane International S.A. Receives Offer to Take Company Private

L'Occitane has established an independent board to review the offer, per the company.

The health and well-being sector was boosted by brands like Nutrafol and Olly, while prestige beauty benefited from strength at Tatcha, Hourglass and Living Proof.

Beauty & Well-being Drive Unilever Q1 2024 Results

Top performers included hair care, particularly the Dove brand, Sunsilk and TRESemmé.

Kylie Jenner, founder of Kylie Cosmetics, said, 'I am so excited to launch Kylie Cosmetics in India—I created Kylie Cosmetics to give my fans access to the makeup products that I use and love, and I can't wait to share my collection with all my fans in India.'

Kylie Cosmetics Expands into India

The brand is available exclusively in 25 Sephora India stores nationwide and online on www.sephora.in.

'Kiko's unrivaled scale, first-to-market advantage, and ability to provide unmatched product offerings at accessible prices uniquely positions the company for global success,' said Arabella Caporello, a partner in L Catterton's Europe fund. 'We have significant experience scaling leading brands in Europe, and we look forward to working alongside CEO Simone Dominici and his team to capture the Company's incredible potential.'

L Catterton Takes Majority Stake in Kiko Milano, Eyes US Expansion

The 27-year-old brand retails in 1,100 stores in 66 countries and, in 2023, recorded net revenue of about 800 million euros, representing almost 20% year-over-year growth.