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Louis Vuitton Launches Vivienne Beauté Pat McGrath Figurine
Louis Vuitton has released a £2,940 Vivienne figurine honouring Dame Pat McGrath to mark the first anniversary of its La Beauté makeup line, blending high
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Industry on Shades and Seasons: Brand launches, Collaborations, Retail and distribution, Sephora, Douglas and Boots.
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Lucia Pieroni Appointed Chanel Creative Makeup Director
Chanel names Lucia Pieroni as its new Creative Makeup Director, effective September 14, 2026. The appointment marks a strategic shift back to a singular artistic vision for the brand's cosmetics.
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Dr Sam Bunting Launches Skin Guide
Cosmetic dermatologist and brand founder Dr Sam Bunting has published her first book, 'FLAWLESS: Your Ultimate Guide to Bright, Clear Skin'.
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Hourglass Cosmetics Appoints Jenny Atwood Smith as Global
Hourglass Cosmetics has named make-up artist Jenny Atwood Smith as its Director of Global Artistry. In the role, she will shape the brand's artistry vision, support launches, and lead education initiatives.
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Poco Beauty launches in UK via Selfridges
Irish brand Poco Beauty has entered the UK market through an exclusive retail partnership with Selfridges, both online and in all four of the department
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E.l.f. Cosmetics Launches $6 Sheer For It Blush Tints
E.l.f. Cosmetics has released a new nine-shade collection of sheer, long-lasting lip and cheek tints priced at $6 each.
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Element Brooklyn Projects $19M Sales With Luxury Fragrance
Bootstrapped brand Element Brooklyn is on track to more than double sales to $19 million this year. Its strategy centers on offering refills priced 70-80% below luxury candles and soaps from brands like Diptyque and Aesop.
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Boots Launches 'Give It Some Boots' Confidence Campaign
Boots has launched a new marketing campaign called 'Give It Some Boots', shifting from category-led advertising to focus on customer missions like skin and
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Diptyque Launches Les Rituels de Soin Bodycare Collection
Diptyque has launched Les Rituels de Soin, a new bodycare collection based on morning and evening rituals. The range, inspired by ancient bathing customs, includes scented products and tools, with prices starting from £91.
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Bobbi Brown on selling her brand to Estée Lauder
Makeup artist Bobbi Brown discussed the 1995 sale of her namesake brand to Estée Lauder Companies on a podcast, describing it as emotional and stating she
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Escentric Molecules opens first store in Berlin
The cult fragrance brand Escentric Molecules has opened its first permanent physical store in Berlin's Mitte district, marking a new chapter after 20 years
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Perfume's Fantasy Notes Evoke Kitten Fur, Wet Concrete
Fragrance brands are creating 'fantasy notes'-synthetic accords for scents like kitten fur and wet concrete-to deepen storytelling and offer escapism
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ALPOL Cosmétique Launches Three Hybrid Sunscreens for 2026
ALPOL Cosmétique has unveiled three new SPF 50+ hybrid sun care products for 2026, targeting the growing European demand for daily protection that combines
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MAC Cosmetics launches ‘We All Wear MAC’
MAC Cosmetics has launched its ‘We All Wear MAC’ campaign featuring 12 global celebrities to promote new complexion products, Studio Radiance Skin Tint
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Beautycon University 2026 Lineup: Sir John, Cardi B, Keke
Beautycon returns as 'Beautycon University' on September 19, 2026, at Rolling Greens LA. The event features five themed 'majors' with masterclasses from Sir John, appearances by Cardi B and Keke Palmer, and immersive brand experiences.
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Touchland launches at Space NK in UK
US brand Touchland will launch at Space NK on 29 September 2026, bringing its range of scented hand sanitisers and body mists to UK consumers for the first
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Mane Acquires Citrus Specialist Cvista
French fragrance and flavor group Mane has acquired American citrus fractionation specialist Cvista, aiming to boost its innovation in rare molecules and position itself closer to key American citrus supply basins.
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Refinery29 Editors Name Top 2026 Fragrances
Refinery29's editors pick top 2026 perfumes in nine categories, featuring new launches and classics from Byredo, Penhaligon's, and Miu Miu.
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Wrinkles Schminkles launches in Boots stores
The Australian skincare brand Wrinkles Schminkles will launch in over 60 Boots stores and online from 9 September, marking its first UK retail partnership
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Olivia Rodrigo Wears Palestinian Designer's
Olivia Rodrigo wore a custom pink dress by Palestinian brand Nöl Collective, which the designer called a powerful message of remembrance.
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Elemis Sells Cleansing Balm Every 10 Seconds
Industry leaders from Elemis, Weleda, and Dermalux shared insights in August 2026 interviews. Elemis co-founder Noella Gabriel revealed the Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm sells one unit globally every 10 seconds, while Weleda's Skin Food celebrates its 100-year anniversary. Dermalux is launching a £449 LED face mask for consumers on 1 September.
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Core Biogenesis Launches Skin Longevity
Core Biogenesis and Faravelli have unveiled a biotech body care concept called Skin Longevity Butter. It uses biomimetic growth factors to target skin resilience and renewal, aiming to shift high-end body care beyond basic hydration.
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Kelly Rowland Named Olay Global Ambassador
Olay names Kelly Rowland Global Brand Ambassador for its Super Collection. The partnership aligns with the brand's first dedicated UK TikTok Shop launch.
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Amouage Cultivates New Omani Rose Ingredient
Amouage partners with LMR Naturals to build a new supply chain for a rare Omani rose oil, targeting it as a signature ingredient by 2027.
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French Plastics Industry Warns Candidates on
France's plastics industry union Polyvia has issued a policy paper to presidential candidates, warning of an industrial crisis driven by Chinese
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Beauty Industry Leadership Shifts in August
August 2026 saw major executive changes at Oriflame, LVMH Beauty, Coty, and John Lewis, alongside founder exits and new brand ambassadors including Aryna
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Beauty Retail Drives August 2026 Activity
The global beauty industry saw significant retail expansion, financial updates, and strategic moves in late August 2026.
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Grown Alchemist, Bali Body, Tangle Teezer
Grown Alchemist debuts Hydra-Restore Eye Patches, Bali Body launches a Light to Medium Self Tan Mousse, and Tangle Teezer introduces The Complete
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Kao launches Curél in Nordic markets
Kao expands Curél dry-skin line to Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland in September 2026, targeting 50% international sales by 2030.
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OGX launches OGXperience platform
OGX has introduced the OGXperience megabrand platform, which focuses on early signals of hair care product performance rather than relying on before-and-after visuals.
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Weleda targets growth for iconic Skin Food range
Weleda is expanding its centennial Skin Food line with new products and long-term research projects while returning to recycled aluminum packaging.
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Weleda UK boss on Skin Food's 100 years and sustainability
Jayn Sterland discusses Weleda's growth, Skin Food's enduring appeal, and the brand's commitment to sustainability as it marks a century of its iconic product.
