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Virginie Cavalli Ceo Seppic (1)

Seppic Announces Appointment of Virginie Cavalli as Chief Executive Officer

She most recently served as the chief executive officer for Air Liquide in Japan and has served as deputy group vice president of human resources for the group since 2023.

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Behind every cosmetic dropper lies a complex engineering process. Discover Lumson's approach to designing dispensing systems that combine precision, aesthetics, manufacturing expertise and consistent, reliable performance.

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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

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

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

The newly validated cosmetic ingredients include Emulium Mellifera MB, Compritol 888 CG MB, Emulium Delta MB, Plurol Diisostearique CG and LAS MB, all produced to the same quality, regulatory and analytical standards as Gattefossé's worldwide manufacturing network.

Gattefossé Validates Eight Ingredients at Texas Manufacturing Site

Coty's leadership overhaul positions prestige brands for accelerated growth and market responsiveness.

Coty Reshuffles Leadership, Streamlines Prestige Operations Under Coty.Curated Strategy

Coty's leadership overhaul positions prestige brands for accelerated growth and market responsiveness.

Actives International has appointed Michelle Carrillo as CEO, signaling a new phase of expansion focused on science-driven, solution-based ingredient innovation.

Actives International Names Michelle Carrillo CEO to Accelerate Innovation-Led Growth

The company’s strategy centers on its Thoughtful Science philosophy, integrating performance, safety, transparency, and sustainability into ingredient development.

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Cosmetic Droppers: inside Lumson's engineering approach

Behind every cosmetic dropper lies a complex engineering process. Discover Lumson's approach to designing dispensing systems that combine precision, aesthetics, manufacturing expertise and consistent, reliable performance.

Unilever’s New Haven announcement reads as both a long-term innovation play and a clear strategic signal: the company wants to be viewed increasingly as a science-led beauty and well-being company rather than a traditional packaged foods conglomerate.

Unilever Bets Big on Beauty Science With $270M Innovation Hub as Food Divestiture Questions Swirl

Unilever said proximity to academic institutions and scientific talent was central to the decision.

“I’m delighted to be building something genuinely new at Stort alongside our supply partners and clients,” said Holtham. “U.K. personal care and HI&I are clearly growing sectors, driven by energy, innovation, deep skillsets and genuine enthusiasm.”

Stort Group Launches Life Sciences Division to Expand into Personal Care and HI&I Markets

The new unit will be led by business unit manager Clare Holtham.

e.l.f. Cosmetics has engaged in a partnership with Survivor with the 'e.l.f.ie Advantage,' a vignette series airing surrounding the live broadcast starring content creator Delaney Rowe and Survivor contestant Tiffany Ervin.

e.l.f. Beauty Delivers 35% Q4 Growth, Tops $1.6B FY Sales as rhode & Naturium Drive Portfolio Surge

e.l.f. Beauty is forecasting 2027 net sales of $1.835-1.865 billion (12–14% growth).

Charlotte Tilbury Renegotiation Emerges as New Wrinkle in Puig–Estée Lauder Talks

Tilbury wants to revisit contractual provisions linked to the remaining 21.5% stake she still holds in Charlotte Tilbury.

The company named Jennifer O'Hara director of marketing and commercialization. O’Hara, who previously served as director of technical marketing and commercialization at Inolex, brings more than 20 years of experience spanning R&D, engineering, planning, sales and marketing.

Inolex Expands Leadership Team with Marketing and Sustainability Appointments

The company named Jennifer O'Hara director of marketing and commercialization, while Jennie Creech has been appointed director of product sustainability.

According to the company, the Beauty of Zero initiative is intended as an evolving pathway shaped by scientific advancement, operational change and collaboration across the beauty industry supply chain.

Croda Beauty Unveils ‘Beauty of Zero’ Sustainability Framework Built Around Six Impact Pillars

The initiative positions sustainability as a core innovation driver within the company’s personal care business.

“I am excited to join Grant Industries at such a dynamic time,” said Mezzanotte. “The company has a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence, and partnership.'

Grant Industries Strengthens Southern Europe Push with New Regional Director Appointment

Based in Italy, Mezzanotte will work closely with the company’s global commercial, marketing, and technical teams.

Hair care posted mid-single-digit organic growth, driven primarily by increased volumes and innovation-led pricing in North America and Europe.

Procter & Gamble Q3 Beauty Surges as Cost Pressures Cloud Full-Year Outlook

Skin care recorded high single-digit growth, benefiting from a premium product mix and higher volumes.

Known for his boundless curiosity, deep commitment to family and enduring entrepreneurial spirit, Plimpton built a career spanning decades of innovation.

Conrad A. Plimpton, Investor and Industry Builder, Dies at 83

Plimpton built a career spanning decades of innovation.