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L’Oréal Looks to K-Beauty for Next-Generation Innovation
K-beauty influence is increasingly moving beyond individual product trends toward formulation, sensory design and the development process itself.
Sep 10th, 2026
Carver Korea's flagship skincare line, A.H.C (Aesthetic Hydration Cosmetics), sells approximately 1,000 different cosmetics products in Korea, China and the United States.
K-beauty Investment from Bain and Goldman Sachs Heats Up Market
Carver Korea investment represents the latest boost to k-beauty, targeting both domestic and international expansion.
Jul 19th, 2016
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Cosmax Striving to be a "Pioneer of K Beauty"
"We will continue to develop our own competitiveness through constant change and innovation."
Feb 6th, 2017
Beiersdorf invested in disruptive skin care tech with LYCL.
Beiersdorf Goes K-beauty with LYCL Deal
Hamburg meets Seoul in this new investment in disruption.
Dec 9th, 2019
A range of k-beauty brands are looking to expand and secure investment.
K-beauty Brands Seeking US Investors
MiiN Cosmetic and a range of other Korean brands are reaching out to potential investors this month.
Jul 18th, 2016
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K-Beauty Pops into Nordstrom in Latest Shop Concept
Products will be available until March 26. The third installment, which focuses on Korean fashion, will debut on March 31.
Feb 13th, 2017
'Following the successful acquisition of 3CE, we are glad to welcome a second Korean brand into L'Oréal and contribute to bringing the best of Korean beauty to the world', says Samuel du Retail, president of L'Oréal Korea.
L'Oréal Groupe Boosts K-beauty with Dr.G Acquisition
Dr.G was founded by dermatologist Gun Young Ahn, M.D., Ph.D., and has reportedly grown a "pan-Asian presence and global growth potential," per L'Oreal. Key SKUs include the R.E.D Blemish Clear Soothing Cream.
Dec 23rd, 2024
Ulta Beauty is deepening its K-beauty engagement with a new partnership with Anua.
K-beauty Brand Anua is Landing at Every Ulta Store in 2025
The brand is launching with its Heartleaf and Rice lines; the Ulta rollout will also include promotional gifts such as a complimentary mini cleansing oil for online purchases and a double cleansing duo for in-store customers.
Dec 30th, 2024
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Glow Recipe Brings K-Beauty to SoHo with Pop-Up Shop
Featured brands will include Blithe, Huxley, J. One, Make P:rem, MD’s Pick, Saturday Skin, Whamisa, Yuripibu and more with process ranging from $2.50 to $180.
Feb 23rd, 2017
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K-Boom: Laneige is the Newest K-Beauty Brand to Expand in the US
"To further reach key consumers, Laneige will also be available at Sephora.com beginning June 2017, as well as in 150 Sephora door locations across the US, beginning September 2017."
Apr 7th, 2017
Intercos to receive new funding through a €350,000,000 financing agreement with a pool of banks.
Intercos Gets €350,000,000 Financing Agreement
Company has also entered a K-beauty joint venture.
Jan 17th, 2020
CLIO experienced a more than 100% increase in sales year-over-year between 2014 and 2015.
L Capital Takes Stake in Korean Beauty
Deal with CLIO gives the Western firm a stake in K-beauty and will boost the CLIO brand IPO.
Jul 15th, 2016
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Glow Recipe is Headed to The Grove
Hot on the heels of pop-ups in Soho, Henri Bendel and Sak’s Fifth Avenue, The K-beauty purveyor—best known for its Watermelon Glow and Blueberry Bounce product lines—will be coming to The Grove LA Sept. 13-28, 2018.
Sep 7th, 2018
igniteXL Ventures's founder and general partner, Claire Chang, at left, is investing in diverse startups, including skin care brand Revea, at right.
igniteXL Ventures Raises $10M for Diverse Founders
igniteXL is led by general partner Claire Chang, "a 20-year Silicon Valley veteran and experienced angel investor with deep connections to the K-beauty industry in her native Korea," per an official announcement.
Nov 10th, 2021
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Regent to Acquire Avon North America, Reuniting Major Avon Businesses After More Than a Decade Apart
The acquisition brings Avon North America and Avon International back together under common ownership for the first time since 2016, while enabling LG H&H to further focus on its core global   K-beauty and retail priorities.
Aug 27th, 2026
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Mamonde Launches at Ulta
"We're delighted to be the exclusive U.S. brick and mortar retailer for Mamonde, with many additional items specially developed for Ulta Beauty."
Mar 6th, 2018
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Neom Wellbeing and Rael Beauty Launch at Ulta Beauty US: Exclusive Interview
Luxury wellness brand Neom Wellbeing and skin and personal care brand Rael Beauty launch at Ulta Beauty.
Nov 5th, 2024
Memebox has rebranded as MBX.
Memebox Rebrands to MBX and Names New Executive Team
"MBX today is the evolution of our company’s approach to personalization through data into the development of unique brands that target niche groups,” said founder & CEO Hyungseok Dino Ha.
Nov 26th, 2019
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