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Fragrance Gets Its Own Spotlight at in-cosmetics Asia

A new Fragrance Awards program will add a competitive element, with international fragrance experts judging innovations showcased in the Scent Bar and attendees voting for their favorites.

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Beauty’s 2026 Growth Story Is Strong, but Increasingly Selective

The data suggests that beauty consumers are becoming more selective about where they spend.

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Puig Outpaces Premium Beauty Market as Makeup and APAC Fuel First-Half Growth

Fragrance and fashion remained Puig's largest business, accounting for nearly three-quarters of sales.

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Dossier Taps Former Coty and J&J Executive Stefano Curti as Executive Chairman

Dossier CEO Sergio Tache described the appointment as a pivotal moment for the company.

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TSG Consumer Acquires Majority Stake in Saltair, Betting Big on Body Care Growth

For TSG, the acquisition reflects continued confidence in body care as one of beauty's fastest-growing segments.

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L'Oréal Builds Momentum With Record Margins as Dermatological Beauty, Hair Care and E-Commerce Lead Growth

The company emphasized that growth was driven by both higher volumes and favorable product mix, reinforcing consumers' willingness to spend on premium, innovation-led beauty despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty.

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LVMH Beauty Holds Firm as Sephora Outpaces Luxury Slowdown, Fueling Confidence for Second Half

Sephora continued to gain market share globally, reinforcing its position as one of LVMH's most reliable growth drivers.

This year's cohort reflects several of beauty's fastest-growing trends, including hair longevity, scalp health, performance beauty, science-backed body care, textured hair innovation and founder-led fine fragrance.

Sephora's 2026 Accelerate Cohort Signals What's Next in Prestige Beauty

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Givaudan's Scentaurus Aquamelon Brings Multi-Day Freshness to Hair Care

“Consumer research across multiple markets reveals a consistent demand for more fragrance performance in hair care and it is no longer measured at rinse-off and drying but throughout the entire day."

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Biomimetic Scar Care, Hands-Free Packaging and PDRN Make-Up Shine at Cosmoprof North America Awards

The winners underscore the industry's growing focus on biomimetic delivery systems, multifunctional formats, hygienic packaging and wellness-driven beauty rituals.

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The Top 15 Brands & Retailers Dominating Beauty AI Citations

PLUS: 4 Actionable Takeaways for Product R&D & Marketing

Bluemercury Names Kering Beauté Veteran Alex Choueiri CEO as Prestige Beauty Growth Accelerates

The appointment comes as Bluemercury builds on strong momentum within Macy's Inc.'s portfolio.

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Urban Outfitters Bets Big on Gen Alpha Beauty with Exclusive Yes Day Rollout to 60 U.S. Stores

According to the retailer's UO Insiders community, 96% of members incorporate skin care into their routines.

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Cosmoprof North America Is Back—Here's What's Worth Your Time

Beauty's biggest power players converge in Vegas for industry-shaping product launches and strategic deals.

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Gucci Beauty Changes Hands Early: Coty Cashes Out as L’Oréal Secures a 50-Year Luxury Prize

Coty is trading future Gucci revenues for immediate cash to strengthen its balance sheet and concentrate resources on owned and priority prestige brands.

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Beyond the Bottle: Fragrance Giants Race to Reinvent Delivery Systems for the Next Generation of Personal Care

Delivery systems are becoming strategic innovation platforms rather than behind-the-scenes formulation tools.

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Behind AXE’s Strategic Return to Fine Fragrance with a FIFA World Cup 2026 Partnership

Global Cosmetic Industry speaks with Caroline Gregory, Global Brand Director of AXE/Lynx, on partnering with FIFA World Cup 2026, the launch and the return to fine fragrance.

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How Julia Rose Siegler Built a Fragrance Brand Around Life's Moments

The brand reflects the growing consumer appetite for fragrance wardrobes, emotional storytelling and identity-driven scent choices.