Report: Blackstone Considering L'Occitane Buyout

Feb 9th, 2024

Deliberations are reportedly at an early stage, and other suitors could still show interest in L'Occitane.

Deliberations are reportedly at an early stage, and other suitors could still show interest in L'Occitane.

Blackstone is reportedly considering a bid for L'Occitane International SA, according to Reuters.

Shares of the skin care company rose the highest in nearly two years, jumping as much as 15.4%.

Deliberations are reportedly at an early stage, and other suitors could still show interest in L'Occitane.

Metal Mania at ICONS|ICS with New Collection of Metal Tip Packaging

Metal Mania at ICONS|ICS with New Collection of Metal Tip Packaging

Elevate your packaging with metal tip applicators & metal rollerballs. Explore ICONS|ICS’ metal-tip tube and wand range, including the newest shapes and styles providing cooling and massaging effects. Perfect for eye, lip, face and brow formulations.

The Independent Beauty Association is seeking a director of business development to help the organization boost memberships, sponsorships and more.

The Independent Beauty Association is Seeking a Director of Business Development [job alert]

"We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Director of Business Development to join our team that must have sales experience in the beauty and personal care industry with B2B experience preferred."

Helen Bui, M.D. graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 2022, recently completed her preliminary year of residency at University of North Carolina Hospitals in internal medicine, and has matched at Howard University for her dermatology residency programs.

La Roche-Posay x Women's Dermatologic Society x Department of Dermatology at Howard University Name Diversity in Dermatology Fellowship Recipient

This year-long fellowship was created to provide financial assistance to those needing it, while also hoping to increase and encourage diversity in dermatology.

'My entire career I've been looking for products that are engineered for performance and built for me as a professional athlete, but that are not detrimental to my body or the planet,' said Slater. 'With Freaks of Nature, we've finally cracked that code, enabling athletes to go harder at their sport for longer.'

Surfer Kelly Slater's Freaks of Nature Sustainable Skin Care Brand Defends the Microbiome

The new brand is designed for "outdoor enthusiasts + athletes," per Freaks of Nature, and preserving the environment.

Three Ships Beauty co-founders Laura Burget and Connie Lo.

Three Ships Beauty Raises $2.5M

Recently, the brand launched its First Light Vitamin C + Caffeine Eye Cream, which reportedly sold one unit every 30 seconds on launch day.

Author Ada Polla at left in 2015 with an intern. Polla writes, 'Our industry thrives on newness—we overemphasize new and underemphasize core.'

9 Takeaways from 20 Years of Brand Growth

While we have 20 years under our belt, it often feels like we are still a startup.

Wolf, who began his career as a hairdresser, will be responsible for oversight of Bumble and bumble and direct responsibility for Aveda.

The Estée Lauder Companies Names Shane Wolf to Lead Aveda and Bumble and bumble

Wolf, who began his career as a hairdresser, will be responsible for oversight of Bumble and bumble and direct responsibility for Aveda.

Everyone Wants to Be Omnichannel: Here’s How to Succeed

Beauty brands need to ask themselves key questions and ensure they’re ready to go on-shelf amid shifting market realities.

'I am thrilled to join a fantastic team, savvy founder, and innovative business backed by one of the best strategic partners in the clean beauty space, Sandbridge Capital,' said de Metz. 'Our vision is to bring ingredient transparency and safer products to fine fragrance consumers globally, and I look forward to building the future of beauty with Henry Rose.'

Henry Rose Names Laure de Metz as CEO

"I am thrilled to join a fantastic team, savvy founder, and innovative business backed by one of the best strategic partners in the clean beauty space, Sandbridge Capital," said de Metz.

The Ideation Space is said to reflect the company's commitment to delivering speed, innovation and 360° industry know-how.

Cosmo International Unveils C3 Fragrance Accelerator Division in New York City

The Ideation Space is said to reflect the company's commitment to delivering speed, innovation and 360° industry know-how.

Il Makiage and SpoiledChild owner Oddity has posted Q1 net revenue of $212 million, up 28% year-over-year.

Oddity Q1 2024 Sales Show No Slowdown for the SpoledChild and Il Makiage Owner

Looking ahead, the company expects to generate more than 20% revenue growth and more than 20% adjusted EBITDA margin for full-year fiscal 2024. This includes a net revenue range of $626-635 million.