These three standout brands from Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2024—Bright Girl, Two Guys Nail Innovators, and The Australian Glow—are setting new trends in skincare, nail care, and global beauty with their innovative and effective products.
Underlining's new customizable haircare brand, Freewill, co-developed with Sally Beauty, taps into the rising trend of hair cycling, offering consumers "exactly what [their hair] needs when it needs it" with clean, eco-friendly ingredients...
America’s obesity epidemic is raging on, and many are finding success in GLP-1 medications. While the meds solve one problem, users are finding that it is creating another.
TikTok has driven significant beauty product sales through trends like #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt, with beauty sales in the US reaching $31.7 billion in 2023, led by a 15% growth in prestige makeup sales. We spoke to a Coresight Research analyst to better understand...
Citing challenges in the prestige beauty market in China and the Asia travel retail sector, Estée Lauder Companies' FY24 net earnings dropped significantly by 61% to $0.39 billion due to these ongoing difficulties and a higher effective tax rate.
Recent expansions by ColourPop on TikTok Shop, Smashbox and Dr.Jart+ on Amazon’s Premium Beauty Store, and Curology on Amazon demonstrate how beauty brands are strategically leveraging new e-commerce platforms to enhance accessibility, engage with tech-savvy...
Recent product launches, such as Hellmann’s "parfum de mayonnaise" and Auntie Anne’s pretzel-scented perfume, illustrate a significant trend where "food and beauty sectors merge," creating unique consumer experiences that reflect evolving...
The Melbourne Australia Pavilion's debut at Cosmoprof North America 2024 highlighted the growing influence of innovative Australian beauty brands in the U.S. market, showcasing their commitment to quality, sustainability, and trend-setting designs.
K-Beauty's influence in the US continues to surge, with the market expected to reach $13.9 billion by 2027 (as reported by Allied Market Research), driven by trends like skinimalism, e-commerce innovation, and the power of social media.
Traackr's "State of Influence: Beauty 2024" report also reveals a 68% surge in Instagram video views, highlighting the growing impact of paid media and strategic creator partnerships in the beauty industry.
During Prime Day 2024, Amazon's Beauty & Personal Care category saw a dramatic increase in ad spent and sales revenue, driven by TikTok trends and intensified competition among premium brands.
Lip cosmetics products are now expected to 'do it all—offering a plethora of color ranges while hydrating, smoothing, and conditioning,' according to Dieandra Hermosillo of Buxom Cosmetics, reflecting the growing demand for multifunctional products...
Revieve's collaboration with RoC Skincare on the RoC AI Skin Insight tool leverages advanced machine learning and AI to deliver 'highly personalized and evolving skin care recommendations' while addressing ethical considerations such as...
According to Mintel's research, as 40% of consumers are still searching for effective facial skin care products, there remains ample opportunity for growth and innovation for brands to address unmet needs in efficacy, research tools, and affordability.
Edgewell Personal Care's Q3 2024 financial results reveal a slight decline in net sales to $647.8 million, but the company achieved significant gross margin expansion and a 23% increase in adjusted EPS, despite challenging market conditions.
Fragrance, makeup, skin care, and hair products drove an 8% growth in the U.S. prestige beauty market in the first half of 2024, with consumers increasingly favoring premium offerings, while the mass market remained flat, according to Circana.
Recent research from the Fashion Institute of Technology, presented at Cosmoprof Las Vegas, reveals the profound economic, social, and inclusivity impacts of the beauty industry, highlighting opportunities for cosmetics and personal care brands to enhance...
Naturaz, a company specializing in vegan hair care products for curly hair, has raised $1 million in seed funding to support its retail expansion and product development efforts.
As beauty consumers demand more scientifically-backed and multifunctional ingredients, brands must innovate rapidly to stay ahead—insights from machine intelligence platform Spate reveal the key trends driving this evolution.
CosmeticsDesign-USA and NutraIngredients-USA's recent webinar explored the latest trends in the nutricosmetics industry. With the merging of beauty and wellness gaining popularity, market data suggests consumers are seeking more holistic ingestible...
Beauty MLM Rodan + Fields is facing significant financial challenges, with recent data showing a steep decline in sales and increasing concerns about the company’s financial stability.
P&G 'met or exceeded our going-in plans for organic sales growth, core EPS growth, cash generation and cash returned to shareowners in a challenging economic and geopolitical environment,' in FY 2024, shared P&G Chairman, President,...
Cosmoprof North America in Las Vegas showcased a vibrant blend of nostalgic brand collaborations, Generation Alpha-focused products, and bold, preppy packaging trends, highlighting the future direction of the beauty industry.
Collagen-based nutrition company Vital Proteins has expanded its product offerings into the beauty from within space to target a wider range of consumers with the launch of the Vital Proteins Hair Complex and Skin Complex supplements.
According to the latest research from Kantar, as older US Gen Z consumers increasingly carve out financial independence for themselves, this is leading to a greater divergence of personal care habits within the group.
Rising global temperatures prompt an increase in weather extremes worldwide, creating opportunities for skin care brands to respond with solutions that help provide greater skin protection.
Building on the momentum gained during the brand's recent Super Bowl ad campaign, Cetaphil has recently launched the "Ceta Six-Pack" and Ceta-Grill marketing strategies to target the burgeoning men's skin care market sector.
A recent NIQ report explores the meteoric rise of TikTok Shop's popularity with beauty and other retail consumers, its impact on e-commerce strategies, and how brands can leverage the platform to improve engagement, awareness, and product sales....
Naturium, following last year's acquisition by e.l.f. Beauty, will launch into 1,4000 Ulta Beauty retail locations and Ulta's online storefront, marking a strategic move to enhance market presence with greater consumer accessibility to a wide...
There’s still time to register! Don’t miss the chance to hear from experts on everything from innovative delivery systems to emerging ingredients that are shaping the future of the sector and why consumer attitudes are shifting from anti-aging to well-aging.
The initiative not only supports consumer demand for more convenient and expedited beauty product delivery but also will support beauty industry suppliers by expanding brand reach and improving fulfillment efficiency.
As consumers' anxiety about sun exposure increases, a new study by Veylinx revealed insights into the consumer demand for multi-functional sunscreens that not only protect against UV rays but also offer benefits such as anti-aging, hydration, and...
American beauty multinational Coty has pushed its marketing efforts for brands such as Burberry Beauty and Kylie Cosmetics as it nurtures its prestige beauty business in India.
Between 2022 and 2023, the US soap, bath, and shower product market saw a noteable surge, reflecting evolving consumer trends and innovative product developments, according to a recent report by consumer insight firm Mintel.
A recent survey by CeraVe has revealed that acne is not just a common concern but the most discussed skin care issue between parents and teens, shedding light on a significant demand for effective options from cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers...
In this round up, we're showcasing our top 5 most read CosmeticsDesign articles from Q2 2024, which include a scientific study, an event recap, and an analysis of beauty industry consumer data.
South Korean brand Franz Skincare has developed patches that claim to offer broad-spectrum sun protection to address the challenge of sunscreen reapplication.
In an effort to better meet the needs of menopausal women, holistic wellness brand Stripes Beauty founder Naomi Watts has partnered with investment firm L Catterton to support brand expansion efforts.
As consumer interest in microbiome-friendly skin care continues to grow, Dr. Oliver Worsley, CEO and Co-Founder of Sequential, discusses the latest research trends and innovations shaping the future of the cosmetics and personal care industry.
In an ever-evolving luxury beauty market, brands must balance cost management and innovative marketing strategies with the demand for high-quality, exclusive products to cater to both traditional affluent buyers and a younger, more diverse generation.
The top five states in 2022 where the beauty industry has the most significant economic and social impacts were California, Texas, Florida, New York, and New Jersey, says a new report from the PCPC that details and insight into the beauty industry's...
The new campaign focuses on the intersection of beauty and athletic excellence as a marketing strategy by tapping top tier female athletes as brand representatives to showcase the efficacy of one of Milani Cosmetics best-selling products.
Connecticut's new law mandating inclusive hair education for cosmetology licensing, now in effect, marks a major milestone in fostering diversity in the beauty industry.
In a strategic move to keep beauty shoppers in-house, Kroger is partnering with MCoBeauty to bring premium, affordable beauty products to over 1,700 stores nationwide.
Asian American consumers are rapidly becoming the driving force behind major market trends in the beauty industry, wielding significant influence and remarkable spending power, according to a recent NIQ report.
As consumers demand more comprehensive and enhanced photoprotection, the trend of incorporating oral sun protection supplements alongside traditional topical sunscreens has continued to rise, and innovation is driving the market segment forward.
In this exclusive CosmeticsDesign Q&A, Brian Techter, President of Packaging at RRD, discusses the latest packaging trends and innovations shaping the cosmetics and personal care industry in 2024, offering valuable insights for B2B manufacturing and...
Last week's Marketing Developments session during the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit in NYC covered a wide range of subtopics, including explaining complex green manufacturing practices in marketing communications, enticing consumers to purchase eco-friendly...