De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
Full Coverage
The Business of Beauty’s executive editor unpacks how shifting ideals, new players and cultural movements are transforming the global beauty and wellness industries.
Beauty
Is Harper Beckham Beauty’s Next It Founder?
This week, Priya Rao examines Gen Alpha’s next big brand, Hiku.
Is Harper Beckham Beauty’s Next It Founder?
This week, Priya Rao examines Gen Alpha’s next big brand, Hiku.
Beauty
For Beauty Brands, What’s a Department Store Worth?
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao looks at the world’s buzziest luxury department stores in Paris.
For Beauty Brands, What’s a Department Store Worth?
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao looks at the world’s buzziest luxury department stores in Paris.
Beauty
Estée Lauder’s Surprise Acquisition, Explained
The American cosmetic giant’s buyout of Ayurvedic beauty line Forest Essentials came as a surprise. By picking an under-the-radar brand it knows well, the company can show that it’s still in the M&A game without needing to outbid rivals.
Estée Lauder’s Surprise Acquisition, Explained
The American cosmetic giant’s buyout of Ayurvedic beauty line Forest Essentials came as a surprise. By picking an under-the-radar brand it knows well, the company can show that it’s still in the M&A game without needing to outbid rivals.
Beauty
How Big Can an ‘Indie’ Brand Get?
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao reports on two of the industry’s favourite young brands: Starface and Fara Homidi.
How Big Can an ‘Indie’ Brand Get?
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao reports on two of the industry’s favourite young brands: Starface and Fara Homidi.
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Beauty
Ulta Beauty’s Big Branding Play; Why Conglomerates Should Consolidate
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao looks at the Midwestern retailer’s attempts to be a brand destination, along with the dismal state of independent beauty.
Ulta Beauty’s Big Branding Play; Why Conglomerates Should Consolidate
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao looks at the Midwestern retailer’s attempts to be a brand destination, along with the dismal state of independent beauty.
Beauty
Behind the Scenes at LVMH Beauty
In this edition of Full Coverage, Priya Rao is back on the luxury beat reporting on big moves at LVMH Beauty and how L’Oréal turned Valentino’s fragrance into a blockbuster.
Behind the Scenes at LVMH Beauty
In this edition of Full Coverage, Priya Rao is back on the luxury beat reporting on big moves at LVMH Beauty and how L’Oréal turned Valentino’s fragrance into a blockbuster.
Beauty
Does Beauty Really Care About the Super Bowl?
While fashion brands have flocked to the big game for activations and sponsorships, cosmetics, skincare and hair care lines have largely sat on the sidelines.
Does Beauty Really Care About the Super Bowl?
While fashion brands have flocked to the big game for activations and sponsorships, cosmetics, skincare and hair care lines have largely sat on the sidelines.
Beauty
A Tale of Two Makeup Artist-Led Brands; Where Is Harry Styles’ Pleasing?
This week, I look at the very different roads traveled by Pat McGrath and Charlotte Tilbury, wait with bated breath for Pleasing’s comeback and review LVMH’s beauty results.
A Tale of Two Makeup Artist-Led Brands; Where Is Harry Styles’ Pleasing?
This week, I look at the very different roads traveled by Pat McGrath and Charlotte Tilbury, wait with bated breath for Pleasing’s comeback and review LVMH’s beauty results.
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Beauty
Who Will Win the K-Beauty Wars?
This week, the beauty retail wars head for Korea and I dive into the reason for so many recent foundation reformulations.
Who Will Win the K-Beauty Wars?
This week, the beauty retail wars head for Korea and I dive into the reason for so many recent foundation reformulations.
Beauty
The Hottest Beauty M&A Targets of 2026
My take on the beauty brands that are going to cross the finish line this year.
The Hottest Beauty M&A Targets of 2026
My take on the beauty brands that are going to cross the finish line this year.
Beauty
Inside Hailey Bieber’s Global Rhode Show
This week, I chat with beauty’s buzziest figure, Hailey Bieber, as she brings her brand to Australia and New Zealand.
Inside Hailey Bieber’s Global Rhode Show
This week, I chat with beauty’s buzziest figure, Hailey Bieber, as she brings her brand to Australia and New Zealand.
Beauty
Can Tina Craig’s U Beauty Crack Luxury Beauty?; An Anastasia Beverly Hills Update
This week, I’m thinking about creators-turned-founders, a high-glam makeup brand’s money problems and Sue Nabi’s potential departure.
Can Tina Craig’s U Beauty Crack Luxury Beauty?; An Anastasia Beverly Hills Update
This week, I’m thinking about creators-turned-founders, a high-glam makeup brand’s money problems and Sue Nabi’s potential departure.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.