https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/fragrance-home/news/22972704/coty-returns-to-sales-growth-in-q4-as-fragrance-cosmetics-and-americas-lead-names-soraya-benchikh-cfoGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-08-19T21:41:40.000ZCoty Returns to Sales Growth in Q4 as Fragrance, Cosmetics and Americas Lead; Names Soraya Benchikh CFOhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/mjbeauty-products-16x9-12fetsyk7iv5.rongs55kQh.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The company expects the early return of its Gucci Beauty license to Kering to create a sales and profit step-down in FY28, but said it is developing measures to moderate the impact. These include accelerating core brands, expanding newer portfolio additions such as Marc Jacobs Beauty makeup and fragrances from Swarovski, Etro and Marni, and implementing a significant fixed-cost reduction program.https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/skin-care/news/22972635/chinas-proya-targets-us-prestige-beauty-with-ulta-beauty-expansionGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-08-19T14:34:49.000ZChina's Proya Targets U.S. Prestige Beauty With Ulta Beauty Expansionhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/20260819014849edt-image-2.KNrDEhLjqm.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The launch is expected later this year, with Proya joining Ulta Beauty’s existing portfolio of prestige skin care brands.https://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/20260819014849edt-image-1.SIfKzVC7vm.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The partnership reflects growing interest among U.S. retailers in Asian beauty brands, particularly those offering science-led skin care and differentiated product development.https://www.gcimagazine.com/brands-products/color-cosmetics/news/22972619/este-lauders-fiscal-2026-results-fragrance-leads-a-broader-beauty-recoveryGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-08-19T13:33:58.000ZEstée Lauder’s Fiscal 2026 Results: Fragrance Leads a Broader Beauty Recoveryhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/adobestock-1813674604-editorial-use-only.UXz4fDjo0y.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Luxury fragrance was particularly strong, with double-digit growth across the portfolio led by Le Labo, Tom Ford and Kilian Paris.https://www.gcimagazine.com/packaging/dispensing/news/22972479/aptar-aptar-boosts-us-aerosol-capacity-with-meridian-expansionGlobal Cosmetic Industryen2026-08-18T11:53:36.000ZAptar Boosts U.S. Aerosol Capacity With Meridian Expansionhttps://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/meridian-mousse-foam-render.5pfSKSTRPI.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Meridian Mousse, optimized for mousse, foam, gel and lotion applications.https://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/meridian-spray-render.gJ8RBGGtiW.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Meridian Spray is designed for spray and powder formulations.https://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/2026-07-30-meridian-spray-on-can.KGyqUyBLl3.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Meridian Spray is compatible with Aptar’s U.S.-manufactured AAT High Powder Valve for high-powder and shimmer formulations.https://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/meridian-gif.pzfyw7S12Z.gif?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70"Increased domestic production also gives brands and fillers more flexibility to respond to changing market conditions, capitalize on growth opportunities, and navigate periods of elevated demand while maintaining supply continuity," said Vinay Menon, senior platform manager, aerosols: vales, BOV and accessories at Aptar.https://img.gcimagazine.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/08/meridian-mousse-logo.52UT8MZBwN.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Meridian Mousse expands the platform's versatility by enabling the dispensing of mousse, foam, gel and lotion formulations while delivering a premium sensorial experience.