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Unilever Reports Strong Sales Growth in Beauty, Well-Being and Personal Care

Prestige beauty remained flat, reflecting subdued market conditions, per Unilever.

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Beautyworld Middle East Awards DEADLINE: August 6, 2025

Entries are now open until August 6, 2025, with free submission for any beauty brand selling in the Middle East.

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LVMH H1 2025: Perfumes and Cosmetics Decline, Sephora Drives Selective Retail Growth

Sephora gained market share in the period, boosting selective retail results.

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K18 Launches HeatBounce to Meet Growing Demand in Heat Protection Market

ResiliCore penetrates the hair cortex, where heat damage occurs, offering protection from temperatures up to 450°F (232°C).

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Ulta Beauty Expands Wellness, K-beauty and Hair Wellness with Ritual, Nutrafol and More

"Our partnership with Ulta Beauty marks an exciting milestone for Nutrafol," said Cindy Gustafson, CEO of Nutrafol.

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Function of Beauty Appoints Monica Belsito as CEO to Drive Next Phase of Growth

"I am thrilled to join the Function of Beauty team at this pivotal point in the company's growth trajectory," said Belsito.

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DSM-Firmenich's Parsol SLX Said to Boost Sunscreen Performance by 50%

The technology could potentially allow brands to minimize chemical loads in formulations.

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More Time to Shine: Submission Deadlines Extended for the 2026 C&T Allē Awards

The 2026 C&T Allē Awards just gave innovators more time to shine. Early Bird entries are now due Sept. 15, with final submissions accepted through Oct. 15. Don’t miss your chance to be spotlighted for excellence in beauty innovation.

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Pom Drops Debuts Single-use Hair Styling Clay to Streamline Application with Less Mess

"[It's] the world’s first patent-pending, individually portioned hair-styling clay," the company website states.

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The Clinical Revolution: Why Efficacy, Trust and Transparency Are Driving Beauty's Future: Insider Insights

In an era of ingredient-savvy "skintellectuals" and a collective demand for tangible results, the beauty industry is experiencing a seismic shift toward clinically-backed products.

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GPI Beauty's Volair Foamer Bottle

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AcARRE Beauty: Revolutionizing Scalp and Skin Care with Innovation, Sustainability and Community

"Overall, my hopes for AcARRE are centered around growth, innovation, and a commitment to sustainability and community, ensuring it remains a trusted name in the microbiome skin care industry."

Hair loss and thinning remain pervasive concerns, impacting a significant portion of the global population and driving a robust, innovation-fueled market within the beauty industry.

The Hair Loss Innovation Boom

There’s new hope for consumers’ biggest fear.

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Symrise Launches SymLash XTreme for Enhanced Eyelashes

Because the technology is available in a ready-to-use liquid format, it can be applied to eyeliners, eyelash serums, eyebrow mascaras and liners.

Why L'Oreal is Acquiring Color Wow

U.S.- and U.K.-based Color Wow was founded in 2013 by Gail Federici and has since enjoyed "rapid growth" via salons, selective distribution and e-commerce.

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Formulated for Fame? Beauty Marketers and Manufacturers: Submit to the 2026 C&T Allēs

Beauty marketers and manufacturers: Submit your finished formulas to the 2026 C&T Allē Awards! Indie, mass and prestige products for anti-aging, skin care, wellness, hair care, sun protection, etc., will gain formulating fame for their innovative design.

According to Coty’s press release, 81% of consumers tested agree that the scents boosted their mood and 80% said the scent made them feel positive.

Adidas Launches Vibes Fragrance Hair and Body Mists

The collection features five fragrances with mood-boosting ingredients.

Supplier Innovations Wanted: Enter the 2026 C&T Allēs to Showcase Your Beauty Breakthroughs

Calling all beauty and personal care suppliers! Enter the 2026 C&T Allē Awards to spotlight your latest innovation. From actives to prototypes, test methods to ingredient blends — show the industry how you're shaping the future. Submissions now open!