Step aside Dyson: L’Oreal unveils next generation sustainable hairdryer at CES
L’Oreal has unveiled a hair drying tool that it claims consumes up to 31 percent less energy than a conventional dryer while leaving hair smooth and hydrated thanks to a combination of infrared light technology and wind.
LG Household & Health Care debuts mini tattoo printer at CES
LG Household & Health Care is showcasing its mini tattoo printer at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2024). Imprintu, as the gadget has been named, prints temporary AI-generated designs on skin, clothing or other objects.
Walmart reinvents the shopping wheel; new commerce announced at CES
Walmart is planning to harness tech deliver a new type of commerce to the shoppers of the future – one that is customer centric, interconnected, frictionless and consistently exceeds expectations.
NYX to make Super Bowl debut
L’Oreal’s NYX Professional brand is celebrating its 25th anniversary with its first Super Bowl commercial. The 30-second ad will showcase the recently launched Duck Plump Extreme Plumping Gloss.
Whodunnit? Elf Cosmetics releases true crime parody
Elf Cosmetics has released a true crime parody documentary on Amazon Freevee. Cosmetic Criminals, as the show has been named, will also make its theatrical debut ahead of Paramount Pictures’ new Mean Girls movie at select AMC locations.
L’Oreal announces acquisition of Gjosa
L’Oreal has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire the outstanding shares of water tech start-up, Gjosa. The French beauty giant partnered with the Swiss-based innovator to launch the L’Oreal Professional Water Saver professional showerhead in 2021. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
The Body Shop CEO departs with immediate effect as sale completes
The Body Shop’s Interim CEO has stepped down with immediate effect following the completion of the ethical beauty retailer’s sale to Aurelius. Ian Bickley’s replacement is yet to be announced by the private equity firm.
Augustinus Bader hires ex-Dior Parfums Director to head up marketing
Augustinus Bader has announced the appointment of Jerome Pulis as Head of Global Brand Marketing and Communications. Pulis is best known for his 16-year stint at Parfums Christian Dior, where he held the role of Director of International Communication up until January of last year.
ColourPop Cosmetics makes India debut via exclusive deal with Nykaa
Californian make-up brand, ColourPop Cosmetics has launched onto the Indian market via Nykaa’s platforms. The Seed-beauty owned brand will be available on Nykaa’s platforms and in bricks and mortar stores.
Revlon names Madelyn Cline Global Brand Ambassador
Revlon has named Madelyn Cline as a Global Brand Ambassador. The Netflix star joins Ashely Graham and Megan Thee Stallion as face of the brand.
A quantum leap? Guerlain under fire for use of scientific term in skin care marketing spiel
Guerlain has been criticised for the use of the term ‘quantum’ in the marketing material for its newly launched Orchidee Imperiale Gold Nobile. The brand came under fire from social media commentators for its claim that the face cream was ‘born from quantum science’.
Benefit backs away from Chinese e-commerce
Benefit is withdrawing from three of China’s biggest e-commerce platforms. The LVMH-owned brand will no longer be sold via Tmall, JD.com or Douyin but will continue to be stocked in Sephora stores nationwide.
An all-time record: Dubai Duty Free’s FY2023 sales surge 24.39 percent
Dubai Duty Free has announced an all-time sales record of DHS7.885 billion for 2023, up 24.39 percent over the previous year. Compared to pre-pandemic results in 2019, sales rose 6.4 percent.
Harrods and MYGroup expand recycling scheme
Harrods and MYGroup have extended their recycling scheme for beauty empties to cover all five of the upscale department store’s five H beauty shops.
Kose America names Vice President
Kose America has announced the appointment of Chinae Kim to the newly created role of Vice President. Kim will lead the company’s strategic marketing and sales efforts in North America.
Dubai Duty Free Partners Alipay+
Dubai Duty Free has partnered with Alipay+ to offer a seamless travel and checkout experience for international visitors at Dubai and Al Maktoum International airports.
L’Occitane Group Restructures Leadership
The L’Occitane Group has announced a restructuring of its leadership. Starting April 1, 2024, the CEO and Group Managing Director roles will be combined into a single position.
St. Bernard Soap Co. Closing
St. Bernard Soap Co. has announced it will shut down operations by mid-March
Allergan Sues Revance Over Secrets
AbbVie’s Allergan unit is proceeding with a lawsuit against Revance Therapeutics, accusing them of using confidential data to compete in the anti-wrinkle injection and facial filler market.
Avalon Pharma Announces IPO Plans
Avalon Pharma, a Saudi-based pharmaceutical company, has announced its intention to list on the Saudi Exchange’s main market.
ASA Rules Against Rimmel Ad
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled that Rimmel’s school-themed makeup advertisement was irresponsible for implying that makeup is necessary for school success.
L’Occitane Group Acquires Dr. Vranjes Firenze
The L’Occitane Group has acquired Dr. Vranjes Firenze, an Italian luxury home fragrance brand.
Earth & Halo Pledges Graceful Aging
Earth & Halo introduces the “Pledge to Our Community,” aiming to redefine beauty standards by focusing on graceful ageing.
Geetika Mehta Leads Nivea India
Nivea India has appointed Geetika Mehtal as its new managing director.
Walgreens Boots Alliance Sees Sales Growth
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) released its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024, ending November 30, 2023.
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