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Recycled Zamak: PPWR drives market maturity and volume growthASIA BEAUTY

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Recycled Zamak: PPWR drives market maturity and volume growth

Resistant, heavy, and highly malleable, zamak* offers several advantages that make it well suited to the luxury fragrance industry. Its recyclability is well established; the challenge now is to ensure that recycled zamak can meet the sector's demanding technical and aesthetic requirements. Spoiler alert: it can. As the market gains momentum, the recycled zamak sector is maturing and expanding its production capacity. Here's why. As the European Union seeks to accelerate the transition to...

From Premium Beauty News October 5, 2026

Ulta Beauty raises 2026 outlook as fragrance and exclusive brands fuel growthASIA BEAUTY

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Ulta Beauty raises 2026 outlook as fragrance and exclusive brands fuel growth

Ulta Beauty has raised its full-year sales and earnings guidance on Thursday, August 27, after delivering stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, underscoring the resilience of the U.S. beauty market despite persistent economic uncertainty. For the second quarter of fiscal 2026, ended August 1, the U.S. beauty retailer reported net sales of US$3.04 billion, up 8.9% year on year, while comparable sales increased 3.8%, outperforming market expectations. The performance was driven by...

From Premium Beauty News August 28, 2026

Luxury returns to growth, fueled by US and China demandASIA BEAUTY

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Luxury returns to growth, fueled by US and China demand

After years of sluggish sales, luxury heavyweights rebounded in the first half of the year, driven by strong U.S. demand and a modest recovery in China, though the sector has yet to regain its post-pandemic boom momentum. LVMH, the world's leading luxury group, reported on July 27 a 2% increase in first-half revenue on a comparable basis, with growth accelerating in the second quarter. Hermès delivered a stronger performance, posting sales growth of more than 6% at constant exchange rates....

From Premium Beauty News August 6, 2026

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DSM-Firmenich reports 5% growth in H1 2026, led by fragrancesASIA BEAUTY

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DSM-Firmenich reports 5% growth in H1 2026, led by fragrances

DSM-Firmenich reported 6% organic sales growth in the second quarter on Thursday, July 30, exceeding analysts' expectations. Organic growth reached 5% in the first half of the year, supported by double-digit growth in its perfumes business, across both the Fine Fragrances and Consumer Fragrances segments, while the beauty Ingredients segment was stable. DSM-Firmenich posted revenue of EUR 2.388 billion in the second quarter, taking first-half revenue to EUR 4.664 billion. The group...

From Premium Beauty News · July 31, 2026

L'Oréal: dermatological division drives first-half sales growthASIA BEAUTY

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L'Oréal: dermatological division drives first-half sales growth

From haircare to luxury fragrances, and from China to the United States, French beauty giant L'Oréal reported a 5.8% increase in first-half sales (+6.8% like-for-like), on Wednesday, July 29, driven by growth across all divisions and regions, including Asia. The beauty group, whose portfolio includes Garnier, Maybelline and Lancôme, reported a 5.3% increase in net profit to EUR 3.55 billion for the period from January to June, compared with the same period a year earlier. Revenue rose to...

From Premium Beauty News · July 30, 2026

K-Beauty's global boom: Sales up 131% in two years, says NIQASIA BEAUTY

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K-Beauty's global boom: Sales up 131% in two years, says NIQ

New data from the consumer intelligence firm shows K-Beauty global value sales rose 53% year-over-year and 131% over two years. In its latest report, K-Beauty Goes Global, NIQ shows how Korean beauty is reshaping consumer expectations, accelerating innovation cycles and redefining competitive dynamics across the global beauty market. According to the market research firm, K-Beauty has become a rapidly growing global beauty segment, with value sales up 53% year-over-year and 131% over the...

From Premium Beauty News · July 20, 2026

Fragrance trends: The olfactory codes shaping the Italian marketASIA BEAUTY

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Fragrance trends: The olfactory codes shaping the Italian market

The unique characteristics of the Italian market — particularly its distribution structure — have fueled the growth of niche perfumery (read the first part of our report here). At the same time, the country is distinguished by diverse olfactory preferences that vary from North to South. These regional differences are deeply rooted in Italy's history and rich cultural heritage. The complexity of the Italian market stems in part from the country's unique demographic and cultural landscape....

From Premium Beauty News · June 8, 2026

Europe and U.S. demand lifted Chanel back to sales growth in 2025ASIA BEAUTY

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Europe and U.S. demand lifted Chanel back to sales growth in 2025

Chanel returned to growth in 2025, recording an increase in revenue despite the global slowdown in the luxury market. The French fashion house reported positive results, driven primarily by demand from Europe and the Americas. Sales up but profit down The company reported revenue of USD 19.3 billion, up 3% year over year (+1.8% on a comparable basis at constant exchange rates), driven by growth across all business divisions, according to a statement released Tuesday, May 19. However,...

From Premium Beauty News · May 20, 2026

Robertet sales rise nearly 8% in 2025 on ingredients and Latin America growthASIA BEAUTY

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Robertet sales rise nearly 8% in 2025 on ingredients and Latin America growth

The French manufacturer of perfumes, flavors, and cosmetic ingredients reported revenue of EUR 843.9 million (USD 1001,20) for 2025, up 4.5% compared to 2024. On a comparable exchange rate and scope basis, organic growth came out at 7.6%. All of the group's divisions and regions reported growth, even though the strength of the euro and the depreciation of a number of currencies had an overall unfavorable effect on the reported figures, as was the case for many Europe-based exporting...

From Premium Beauty News · February 16, 2026

e.l.f. Beauty raises its forecasts after a 38% jump in sales in Q3ASIA BEAUTY

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e.l.f. Beauty raises its forecasts after a 38% jump in sales in Q3

The US beauty company reported a 38% growth in sales to USD 489.5 million for the three months ended December 31, 2025, compared to the three months ended December 31, 2024. During this period, which corresponds to the third quarter of its fiscal year, e.l.f. Beauty surpassed analysts' estimate of USD 460.2 million. The company now expects full-year net revenue of USD 1.60 billion to USD 1.61 billion, raising its prior forecast of USD 1.55 to USD 1.57 billion. “Our Q3 results, which...

From Premium Beauty News · February 5, 2026

Interparfums reports 2025 sales growth, including North AmericaASIA BEAUTY

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Interparfums reports 2025 sales growth, including North America

The Interparfums group announced on Thursday, January 22, a 2.1% increase in sales to EUR 899 million in 2025 (about USD 1,055 at current exchange rates) and forecasts an operating margin "between 19% and 19.5%", despite difficulties in the US market. US tariffs "In spite of additional cots linked to the introduction of tariffs in the United States, and a very unfavorable euro/dollar exchange rate, the flexibility of our business model should nevertheless enable us to achieve an operating...

From Premium Beauty News · January 22, 2026

5 Korean skincare trends transforming the Canadian beauty marketASIA BEAUTY

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5 Korean skincare trends transforming the Canadian beauty market

Korean beauty — widely known as K-beauty—has steadily reshaped the global skincare conversation with its emphasis on gentle formulas, thoughtful routines, and science-backed ingredients. In Canada, this shift has become especially visible over the last few years. More consumers are learning about what goes into their products, comparing routines through social media, and searching for solutions that address the realities of Canada's climate. K-beauty fits naturally into that evolution,...

From Premium Beauty News · January 6, 2026

Pinterest trends for 2026: How consumers are seeking to escape chaosASIA BEAUTY

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Pinterest trends for 2026: How consumers are seeking to escape chaos

As the pace of trends accelerates faster than ever, consumers are increasingly craving relief from digital noise and social pressure. According to Pinterest Predicts 2026, people are turning toward comfort, authenticity, and optimism as anchors in an overstimulated world. According to Pinterest, trends now move 4.4 times faster than they did seven years ago. With this nonstop churn, exhaustion is inevitable—and consumers are increasingly choosing to slow down and refocus on what truly...

From Premium Beauty News · December 15, 2025

French and U.S. industry groups warn consumers about counterfeit cosmeticsASIA BEAUTY

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French and U.S. industry groups warn consumers about counterfeit cosmetics

Ahead of the festive season, the fragrance and cosmetics industry is warning of a wave of fakes, dupes, counterfeits and non-compliant products that are just a click away. The main industry associations in France and the United States say consumers are being exposed to serious risks when purchasing these goods. As cut-price counterfeit cosmetics and perfumes — marketed as “dupes” — flood the market, consumers are being put at risk, warn industry groups FEBEA (Fédération des entreprises de...

From Premium Beauty News · December 11, 2025

Fragrance and hair care continue to fuel Canada's beauty market growthASIA BEAUTY

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Fragrance and hair care continue to fuel Canada's beauty market growth

In 2025, Canada's beauty market is settling into a more normalized growth pattern after several years of post-pandemic double-digit gains and a transitional 2024. Yet consumers continue to trade up in key categories. According to market intelligence firm Circana, Canada's total prestige beauty market grew by +4% in dollar sales and +3% in units sold from January through September 2025, versus the same period last year – with growth in both metrics across all major categories. While...

From Premium Beauty News · December 1, 2025

Dark skins: the growth challenge beauty can no longer ignoreASIA BEAUTY

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Dark skins: the growth challenge beauty can no longer ignore

Still largely overlooked and underrepresented in the global cosmetics market, dark skin types, with their unique characteristics, do represent a real innovation and growth driver for the cosmetics industry. According to Pascale Brousse, the founder of the Trend Sourcing consulting agency and author of a recent study on how matte to dark skins are taken into account in the global beauty world, it is high time to change the game! Driven by global demographic dynamics and a young population,...

From Premium Beauty News · November 25, 2025

Niche fragrances show strong growth potential in BrazilASIA BEAUTY

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Niche fragrances show strong growth potential in Brazil

Niche perfumery is still developing in Brazil, yet it is rapidly attracting consumers who seek exclusivity in a market where fragrance is woven into daily life. Brazil is one of the world's leading perfume markets, ranking third in value and second in volume. According to Euromonitor International, the mass market is expected to reach a turnover of 44.3 billion reais (8.22 billion US dollars) in 2027, representing cumulative growth of 42.1% since 2022. For the premium market, forecasts...

From Premium Beauty News · November 24, 2025

Strong Q3 sales fuel optimism for U.S. beauty this holiday seasonASIA BEAUTY

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Strong Q3 sales fuel optimism for U.S. beauty this holiday season

The U.S. beauty market grew across all metrics through the third quarter of 2025, according to Circana data. The surge fuels optimism for the rest of the year as one-third of consumers plan to gift beauty products for the holidays. Beauty sales in the U.S. have reached record highs over the first nine months of the year, according to market research firm Circana. From January through September 2025, prestige market sales increased by +4% to USD 24.1 billion and units sold were also up...

From Premium Beauty News · November 19, 2025

In 2026, consumers seek for authenticity and simplicity, finds EuromonitorASIA BEAUTY

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In 2026, consumers seek for authenticity and simplicity, finds Euromonitor

The market intelligence and data analytics company has revealed its vision of top global consumer trends for 2026. According to Euromonitor International, authenticity, well-being, and comfort lie at the core of evolving consumer expectations. In a context where consumers strive to balance their expectations with cost-of-living pressures, the market intelligence and data analytics firm has revealed several crucial shifts in consumer behaviour for 2026. “The future of consumer behaviour...

From Premium Beauty News · November 7, 2025

Puig posts a 7% increase in sales for the first nine months of 2025ASIA BEAUTY

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Puig posts a 7% increase in sales for the first nine months of 2025

The Barcelona-based cosmetics and fashion group recorded a 7% increase in sales during the first nine months of the year, reaching 3.6 billion euros (about 4.15 US dollars) on a like-for-like basis (excluding currency fluctuations). In reported terms, sales were up 4.9% compared with the same period last year, reflecting unfavorable currency movements. Sales rose to 1.297 billion euros in the third quarter, an increase of 6.1% like-for-like and 3.2% on a reported basis. Puig markets...

From Premium Beauty News · October 31, 2025

Estée Lauder reports growth in Q1, driven by fragrance; sees recovery in ChinaASIA BEAUTY

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Estée Lauder reports growth in Q1, driven by fragrance; sees recovery in China

After several months of weakened momentum, The Estée Lauder Companies reported stronger-than-expected sales for the first quarter of its fiscal year. Sales for the period from July to September 2025 reached USD3.48 billion, representing a 4% rise from the prior year, the company said in a statement on Thursday, October 30. This figure surpassed analysts' estimates of USD3.38 billion. Perfumes drive growth Fragrance net sales rose 14% year over year, driven by Tom Ford innovations —...

From Premium Beauty News · October 30, 2025

Givaudan drives fine fragrance growth through creativityASIA BEAUTY

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Givaudan drives fine fragrance growth through creativity

Driven by excellent results over the past nine months 2025 (+18%), the perfume house aims to build on its achievements by banking on its perfumers' talent, to both offer consumers innovation and quality and support each market segment. As part of its 2025-2030 roadmap unveiled in September, Givaudan aims to provide a qualitative answer to the strong demand for fragrances. If the niche perfume market is prolific and eager for olfactory boldness, major companies are not to be overlooked:...

From Premium Beauty News · October 27, 2025

P&G profits rise as company sees lower tariff hit and as beauty sales striveASIA BEAUTY

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P&G profits rise as company sees lower tariff hit and as beauty sales strive

Procter & Gamble (P&G) on Friday, October 24, reported higher earnings fueled in part by strong sales of personal care products and an improved performance in China as it projected a lower hit from tariffs. The maker of Tide detergent, Pampers diapers, and Head&Shoulders and Pantene shampoos, as well as Bounty paper towels, scored increased sales in all five product categories, with the biggest gains in beauty and grooming. This came despite what the US-based company termed a...

From Premium Beauty News · October 26, 2025

Beiersdorf trims growth outlook for 2025 due to skincare decelerationASIA BEAUTY

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Beiersdorf trims growth outlook for 2025 due to skincare deceleration

Beiersdorf, the German group behind brands such as Nivea, Labello, and La Prairie, reported 2% organic growth in its consumer goods division during the first nine months of the year. However, in nominal terms, sales remained at the previous year's level of EUR 6.3 billion. In the first nine months of 2025, Nivea recorded organic sales growth of 0.6%, reflecting “a continued slowdown in the mass market, especially in Latin America and Eastern Europe,” according to Beiersdorf. In order to...

From Premium Beauty News · October 25, 2025

Mintel's 2026 beauty trends: When tech, personalisation and emotion convergeASIA BEAUTY

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Mintel's 2026 beauty trends: When tech, personalisation and emotion converge

The market intelligence agency has unveiled its vision of the future of the global beauty and personal care industry in 2026 and beyond. Mintel predicts that by 2030, beauty will go beyond skin-deep — consumers will expect serums and supplements to double as wellness diagnostics. At the same time, the beauty experience will shift from simply delivering results to regulating mood and evoking emotion, while imperfection will be the new perfection. Mintel encapsulates these shifts in three...

From Premium Beauty News · October 22, 2025

Key 2025 Skincare Trends by Desert BloomASIA BEAUTY

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Key 2025 Skincare Trends by Desert Bloom

Leading naturopathic skin care expert Dr. Natalya Borakowski of Desert Bloom Skincare unveiled predictions for the aesthetic industry in 2025, highlighting a revolutionary shift in personalised and holistic treatment approaches and technological integration

From Cosmetics Business · December 9, 2024

Hot nail trends for winter 2025ASIA BEAUTY

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Hot nail trends for winter 2025

From a personalised approach to classic shades to the latest evolution of the chrome trend, we reveal the experts’ predictions for hot nail trends of the cooler autumn/winter season...

From Professional Beauty · October 3, 2024

3 key beauty trends from London Fashion Week SS25ASIA BEAUTY

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3 key beauty trends from London Fashion Week SS25

Explore the standout beauty trends from London Fashion Week 2024, and gain insight on the key beauty statements that will define the upcoming seasons. Clean girl makeup evolves with a messy twist, smoky eyes maintain a timeless appeal, and bold pops of colour on lips and eyes electrify the runway.

From Professional Beauty · September 17, 2024

Hot nail trends for summer 2024ASIA BEAUTY

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Hot nail trends for summer 2024

We take a deep dive into the aesthetics dominating the TikTok feeds of your clients to become top nail trends in summer 2024

From Professional Beauty · August 2, 2024

How Lip Gloss Became a Status SymbolASIA BEAUTY

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How Lip Gloss Became a Status Symbol

The thing is, lip gloss isn’t even just lip gloss anymore. Lip oil, liquid balms, plumpers, tints, stains, jelly, treatments, and masks—many of the most viral lip products are almost in skincare territory. New brands are being launched off the success of a single lip product, like Hailey Bieber’s Rhode, while more established names—like Summer Fridays, Fenty, Ami Colé, Tower 28, Dior, and Laneige—are seeing new glossy lip products fly off the shelves. Teens are flocking to Sephora in droves—and wreaking havoc—to get their hands on the trending tubes. The proof is in the pudding: The global lip gloss market was valued at $3.67 billion in 2023, and it is anticipated to climb to $5.38 billion by 2032, according to a Market Research Future report.

From Harper's Bazaar · April 5, 2024

Chris Dodge: breaking barriers in the beauty industryASIA BEAUTY

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Chris Dodge: breaking barriers in the beauty industry

Unlock the beauty industry's potential with insights from Chris Dodge, CEO of Beauty Bridge Labs. Explore strategies for brand expansion, navigating EU markets post-Brexit, and gain actionable tips from the IMF London 2024 panel 'Producing Your Own Brand'. Elevate your beauty business with expert guidance and innovative solutions.

From Professional Beauty · February 6, 2024

Anargy, let your hair and eyelashes bloomASIA BEAUTY

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Anargy, let your hair and eyelashes bloom

Anargy contains proteins that are able to nourish, protect and detoxify hair and eyelashes root helping to reactivate hair growth cycle for a redensifying and strengthening of hair locks

From Cosmetics Business · May 16, 2023

10 beauty trends set to take over in 2023ASIA BEAUTY

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10 beauty trends set to take over in 2023

Celebrity brands are predicted to continue to rise in popularity in 2023, with consumers also looking for proof in efficacy of the products they're purchasing. Check out what other beauty trends are set to take off in 2023.

From Professional Beauty · December 19, 2022

Packaging and new technologiesASIA BEAUTY

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Packaging and new technologies

It expects a growth in the market of the connectivity IoT of 2475.26 trillions in 2029 – CAGR of 26.4 %, according to the last report of Fortune Business Insights

From Cosmetics Business · December 19, 2022

Upskilling to meet client demandASIA BEAUTY

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Upskilling to meet client demand

Janelle Couto, education skills development manager at Dermalogica, discusses the importance of keeping skills sharp and fresh

From Professional Beauty · December 12, 2022

"Micro Makeovers" are set to trend in 2023ASIA BEAUTY

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"Micro Makeovers" are set to trend in 2023

Pinterest's trend forecasting report, Pinterest Predicts 2023, has anticipated "Micro Makeovers" as a leading beauty trend next year, as consumers favour small changes for big impact.

From Professional Beauty · December 7, 2022

[Updated] How to make it big as a facialistASIA BEAUTY

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[Updated] How to make it big as a facialist

Anastasia Achilleos, Lisa Franklin, Abigail James and Chelseé Lewis on the skills and expertise required to make it big as a top facialist in the beauty industry

From Professional Beauty · April 29, 2022

Switch to natural hair care products with Beauté by RoquetteASIA BEAUTY

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Switch to natural hair care products with Beauté by Roquette

Hair is an individual thing and is a huge part of identity; there is no one hair product that works for all hair types. But the COVID-19 crisis shifted the focus on care over appearance as consumers reevaluated their hair needs, and they now look into the skinification (i.e., scalp care and health) of the hair care offer. It is important to keep in mind that the hair care market is a resilient market – 12% of global BPC launches were hair products in 2020, the same as in 2019! Health is...

From Premium Beauty News · June 28, 2021

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