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Sephora will gain access to the UK market via the acquisition to tap into the 'strong appetite' for curated prestige beauty amongst consumers [Getty Images]

Sephora CEO: Feelunique acquisition a ‘key step’ in Europe growth strategy

Beauty retail major Sephora has confirmed its acquisition of prestige beauty e-commerce player Feelunique, with the deal expected to close between March and July next year.

Skin trend predictions: L’Oréal files patent on protein biomarker analysis, skin diagnosis system

International beauty major L’Oréal has developed a digital system that analyses protein biomarkers in the skin and predicts trends likely to be experienced because of these, enabling highly customised formulations and more suitable product recommendations.

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Consumer are looking for preferred skin care ingredients to become part of their hair care routine

Trusted, science-backed skin care ingredients are answering demand from consumers for proven, planet-friendly solutions that nurture and protect the hair and scalp.

‘Competitive growth is our priority’: Unilever reports Q2 2021 net sales rise and ‘strong’ H1

Personal care major Unilever has reported a net sales rise for its second quarter (Q2) of 2021, with Europe growth rebounding and prestige beauty seeing continued success.

J&J Q2 2021 profit soars – ‘our strategy is working’, says exec

Personal care major Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has reported a significant surge in net earnings for the second quarter (Q2) of 2021, largely propelled by its medical device and pharma divisions, but consumer health also returned to growth.

Action and Advocacy: Mary Kay speaks up for women’s economic power and equality

This month, the social sales beauty company participated in the Generation Equality Forum in Paris, France, and issued a position paper on the European Commission’s Gender Equality Strategy.

Bring your own water: HK firm develops soluble skin care tablets that pack a punch with prebiotic ingredients

Upcoming beauty brand MONO Skincare has developed a range of microbiome-friendly skin care tablets that are activated by dissolving them in room-temperature water.

Unisex to gender-neutral: There’s a ‘new standard’ in skin care and makeup, says GlobalData

Beauty and personal care products that are inclusive with neutral messaging will firmly take centre stage as the new standard in skin care and makeup, likely prompting a retail re-think in coming months, according to GlobalData.

Symrise launches oral microbiome-targeting probiotic

Symrise has developed a processed probiotic dedicated to oral care in response to consumer demand.

Financial focus: L’Occitane, Unilever and more feature in our latest beauty business and finance update

In this round-up of financial results, M&As and funding drives in the cosmetics industry, we highlight L’Occitane’s full-year results, Unilever’s acquisition of Paula’s Choice and more.

Beauty and the Influencer: ‘It’s definitely here to stay’ – expert

The plethora of influencer-created beauty content online continues to swell worldwide, and brands should monitor it closely as it provides an important feedback loop that can unlock innovation and power business growth, says a specialist.

‘For a greener bathroom’: Monoprix launches organic solid personal care line

French retail major Monoprix has developed a private label range of organic solid personal care products as part of wider efforts to expand its natural and responsible beauty offerings.