Beauty News

In this month’s new product spotlight CEW Beauty News highlights new innovative category offerings including the debut of a clean, inclusive foundation line, a hand soap with the ability to dispense an image in the user’s hand, and color shifting makeup.

Here, CEW Beauty News highlights a few of the important topics disused by each speaker during the online event.

Here, Karen talks to CEW Beauty News about the first half of the year.

To drive excitement and awareness of Hauliday—and to provide invaluable consumer data on Gen-Z and millennial shoppers—CEW is hosting a free webinar.

JuE Wong became CEO of Olaplex in January 2020, two months before the COVID-19 crisis hit the U.S. Fast-forward six months, and the brand is having its best year ever. Here, JuE shares with Beauty News the elements of Olaplex’s success, and why stewardship is more important than leadership.

After receiving her Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis, Terri Bryant set out to create a line of makeup products for individuals with physical limitations.

The brand will launch exclusively on the Ulta app for the retailer’s Platinum and Diamond members on August 3, followed by a full rollout at Ulta.com on August 10.

Addison Rae, the second most followed individual on TikTok, is launching a makeup line, ITEM Beauty, with brand innovation incubator, Madeby Collective.

Our joint beauty insight report highlight five innovative examples of spectacular retail strategies that are helping beauty brands to successfully emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Arcade Beauty, a leader in product sampling, is looking to Abeo, its strategic, turnkey digital sampling innovation, to drive product purchase and post-trial engagement in today’s online and social distancing…

From shelter-in-place orders ramping up in April in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, to Black Lives Matter protests erupting in June, Q2 2020 challenged many brands to navigate an…

In the second quarter of 2020, sales of U.S. prestige beauty products fell to $2.8 billion, a 36 percent decline in sales over Q2 2019, according to The NPD Group.

Sephora executive Artemis Patrick has been appointed to the newly created role of Executive Vice President, Global Chief Merchandising Officer of Sephora, effective August 1

To bring more attention to Black-owned businesses, music mogul Jay-Z and his entertainment company, Roc Nation, bought multiple full-page ads in newspapers across the county touting the businesses in that…

The brand will launch a five-piece assortment of cleansing essentials designed with skin care benefits due out in September.

CEW recently spoke with Paintbox CEO, Jane Hong, about pivoting to e-commerce, the consequences of not doubling-down, and how such a high-touch business operates post-lockdown.

NPD’s new 2020 Makeup Consumer Report presents the latest data and insights on women’s attitudes toward the makeup category, shopping behavior and purchase influencers, and brand awareness, usage, and perceptions.

Friends of Beauty Changes Lives has awarded $250,000 in relief grants to support licensed beauty professionals affected by the global pandemic.

Developed with the idea of eliminating excessive waste, gelo launched in April with a shatter-proof bottle made with recycled plastic, along with concentrated hand soap refill pods, designed to be activated by water.

In this report, Tribe investigates the activations, influencers, and content trends that powered momentum for international beauty brands in Q2, along with EMV data and community metrics for the Top 10 brands in each market.

After successfully launching personalized hair care products, Function of Beauty is tapping into a new category – body care.

QVC has announced several changes to its merchandising leadership team.

This month, Tribe spotlights the brands that saw notable month-over-month EMV growth in June, many of which are either Black-owned or conducted campaigns or activations that supported marginalized communities.

POPbeauty, the sister brand to Pixi, is expanding into skin care with the launch of POPbeauty Skin, a collection of 19 products.

Yarden Horwitz, Co-Founder, Spate, and Flynn Matthews, Global Head of Insights & Measurement – CPG, Google, will be speaking at CEW’s upcoming virtual conference, State of The Beauty Industry: Transformed,…

L’Oréal is pulling the plug on its iconic – and often imitated – Clarisonic brand known best for its power cleansing brush.

In partnership with Trendalytics, a predictive intelligence platform, HatchBeauty Brands released “Wellness for All: How The Wellness Movement is Changing The Face of Beauty Forever” a trend and consumer insight report detailing the wellness movement.

When beauty industry veteran, Courtney Baber, and Nancy Pellegrino, RN, MN, NP, realized the white space for luxurious, medical-grade skin care, the duo, who have been friends for more than a decade, decided to combine forces and launch their own skin care brand, The Route.

  This week R+Co Co-Founder and Celebrity Hairstylist, Garren, launched a new luxury hair line under the R+Co umbrella called R+Co BLEU. Touted as being analogous to the fashion house…

The cosmetics brand, known for artistry, innovation and whimsy, launches its fall 2020 campaign, together with a creative brand refresh.

This year would have been Project Beauty Expo’s (PBE) fifth year exhibiting its diverse and inclusive beauty products at its annual trade show and conference event. But event organizers have…

After more than 20 years with The Estée Lauder Companies, Jennifer Balbier, Senior Vice President, Global Product Development, has retired effective June 30, 2020.

Sarah Biggers-Stewart, Founder and CEO, Clove + Hallow, believes statements should be more than just performative and is holding her brand accountable.

Clean deodorants, once a tiny sub-category within overall deodorants and antiperspirants, are now a thriving segment of their own.

“I didn’t realize that America wanted foot care so much,” said Chris Cabrera, Air Force veteran, certified aromatherapist and Founder of hand and foot care line, Naturally London. The brand…

The ideation for Glow Hour came from influencer Crourtney Shields, who has been one of the company’s top revenue drivers in 2019 and 2020.

The multi-platform retailers announced Wednesday they are accepting submissions for a new round of brands to be considered for its brand and product search, The Big Find.

Here, Pamela talks to CEW Beauty News about her new role, indie brands and her thoughts on the future of retail.

In this report, Kline explores the rise of the global naturals market, regional difference, hindrances to growth and the global outlook to 2024.

The report explores the most searched brands, the year’s most powerful beauty influencers, the rising stars of beauty, each country’s favorite beauty brand, and the most popular sustainable brands.

Here, Jasmine spoke to CEW Beauty News about her business, balancing dual careers and how she has been impacted by the Black Lives Matter movement.

L’Oréal USA’s Professional Products Division has made several changes to their executive leadership team. Antonio Martinez-Rumbo, President, Professional Products Division [PPD], will be leaving his role in early July to…

CEW Beauty News has compiled a list of summer’s hottest launches. As summer gets into full swing, brands are focusing on cleansing, hydration and bold, long-wearing color cosmetics.

Rochelle Weitzner, a seasoned C-suite executive and beauty industry veteran, began her journey to create Pause Well-Aging soon after experiencing her first hot flash. Naturally, the beauty executive, who has…

Coty Inc. is indeed putting a renewed emphasis on its beauty business as the company on Monday agreed to buy a 20 percent stake in Kim Kardashian West’s make-up brand, KKW, for an estimated $200 million.

Here, Tami speaks to Beauty News about her plans for the brand, how she has been impacted by the Black Lives Matter movement and advice for other entrepreneurs.

Dr. Audrey Kunin, Founder, DERMAdoctor, discusses shifting to online sales, managing disruption in the brand’s supply chain, and pivoting to make hand sanitizers.

Sephora has announced a new digital collaboration with Instagram, one that combines beauty discovery with shopping for a seamless consumer experience.

Ron, who is also a resident beauty expert for Allure and Refinery29, shares a bit about his own experience as a Black man in beauty, how BeautyStat Cosmetics is navigating the ‘now’ normal as a startup and how his company is giving back.

Closing the Loop: Linking Backend Operations to Customer Experience for Increased Profitability The recent pandemic forcing the closing of physical retail and an uptick in e-commerce amplifies the need for…

The past several weeks have been a whirlwind for Karen Young, the founder of grooming brand, Oui the People. Just last week, research firm, Spate, announced the brand is one…

In Cosmetify’s Index 2020 – Men’s Edition, the firm reveals the men’s grooming brands and products that have seen a surge in popularity since last year, and shares insights into the future of men’s grooming.

AI-powered search engine, Mira, has launched a dedicated space for Black-owned indie beauty brands to gain visibility from potential customers so that they are easier to discover.

This month, Tribe Dynamics analyzed how influencers leveraged their platforms during the end of May and into June in response to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Charlotte Knight, Founder & CEO, Ciaté, Lottie and Skin Proud, discuses working through production challenges, pivoting marketing strategies and launching new products.

Perfect Corp.’s Q2 2020 Global Beauty Trends Report, focuses on evolving consumer beauty preferences in wake of the global pandemic, across five top beauty markets: Germany, Spain, UK, Italy, and…

As COVID restrictions on non-essential businesses begin to ease around the country, indie beauty retailers are busy planning how to safely yet effectively reopen their physical doors to customers. With…

Ted Gibson and Jason Backe are co-owners of Starring Salon in Los Angeles, California. Starring is also a product line, which launched with a mousse called Shooting Star Texture Meringue….

Celeste Hilling, CEO, Skin Authority, discusses the brand’s #supportlocal campaign, a program which donated to community owned businesses at the onset of the pandemic.

Sara Happ, Founder & CEO of Sara Happ, Inc., discusses prioritizing her employees, giving back and shifting promotions to be financially sensitive to consumers.

Skylar, the premium clean fragrance brand, has tapped Bernard Zion as Chief Marketing Officer.

If anyone were to investigate the amount of research done by the founders of the new clean skin care brand for men, SELF/ish, they need only peek into their bathrooms….

For Kristian Edwards, PhD, clean beauty is more than a trend, it’s a public health issue. Driven by her passion to help Black women live happier, healthier lives she launched…

Their analysis found that in times of unprecedented uncertainty and change, core values are rising to the forefront, centered on wellness, safety for self and the environment, and a purpose-driven mission to do good in one’s community and the world at large.

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder and CEO of Wellness Mama and Co-Founder of Wellnesse, discusses how her brand pivoted during COVID-19 and shares advice for small businesses.

As the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to unfold, the rise of at-home beauty rituals is on the rise. Consumers aspire to master their own at-home treatments, as “self-care”…

The practice faced a racial discrimination lawsuit in 2018, which was dropped in 2019.

Ted Gibson is an influencer, independent hairdresser, salon owner and celebrity stylist. He has worked with models, actresses, fashion and beauty insiders and influential women. He was also the resident…

Two weeks following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the subsequent global movement to end systemic racism, beauty companies appear to be taking steps to affect sweeping change.

Nothing could have prepared seasoned beauty executive, Esi Eggleston Bracey, EVP and COO NA Beauty and Personal Care, Unilever, for the impact COVID-19 would have on the beauty business and…

Ju Rhyu, Co-founder and CEO, Hero Cosmetics, discusses launching a new product during the pandemic, altering communications and giving back to healthcare professionals.

PIXI Beauty’s new Clarity Collection follows in the vein of its other skin care offerings in that it encompasses a cluster of products centered around a specific ingredient, i.e. its…

Here, she talked to CEW Beauty News about business during COVID-19, Glamsquad’s new haircut service and its partnership with QVC.

A former equity sales trader at JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley in New York City, Sarah Gibson Tuttle is the Founder and CEO of Olive & June. Sarah relocated to…

Laura Schubert, Co-Founder & CEO, Fur, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted the brand, strengthening partnerships with other brands, social media initiatives and donating to frontline workers.

CEW Beauty News has compiled a list of beauty launches for June, and how communication plans have been developed to reflect the current social climate.  Nails.INC Plant Power Waitlist worthy:…

Oars + Alps’ CEO, Mia Duchnowski, discusses pivoting to new product launches to meet consumers demand and adjusting brand messaging.

The acquisition allows Charlotte Tilbury access to Puig’s global footprint and operations to expand its worldwide presence.  

Here, Charlotte discusses how the team at Then I Met You has evolved their selling strategies for new launches; online sales trends; supply chain disruptions; budgets; changes in customer engagement; and how she thinks COVID-19 will affect the beauty industry.

When stores started closing in the wake of COVID-19, Sonia Summers pivoted into action. The CEO and founder of Beauty Barrage quickly adjusted her focus from demo to digital, redirecting…

Here, Leilah talks about the COVID-19 crisis as a catalyst for overdue changes, how body care is taking off and what indie brands can do to decrease creative costs.

Melanie Bender, Founding General Manger, VERSED, discusses adjusting product launch dates, pivoting marketing plans, charity initiatives and decision making for 4 to 24 months out.

While most ecommerce sites just show images and descriptions of products, Sonia and Sylvie’s Beautyque NYC is a 3D shopping site duplicating the look and feel of the real store.

For this special report, Eyecue analyzed the performance on Instagram of over 60 leading global legacy, prestige, indie and disruptor brands in the beauty industry.

Jenny and Taylor Frankel, co-founders of Nudestix, discuss the agility of the company to shift resources to make up for sales after retail chains closed as a result of COVID-19.

As millions of people across the country have joined together to protest racial violence and call for justice in response to the death of George Floyd, beauty brands are also taking a stand, taking to social media to announce their support of the cause.

Just weeks after New York state came under quarantine—forcing retailers to temporarily close—Naturopathica announced it was letting go of store employees so they could receive unemployment. Being one of the…

The platform, which launched in 2013, uses insights from more than one million consumers to help brands ideate, hone messaging and develop packaging and make creative decisions.

Naomi, who recently celebrated her 50th birthday, has been named the global face of Pat McGrath Labs, the first in the brand’s history.

CURLS Founder, Mahisha Dellinger, discusses how her business has been impacted by COVID-19, and shifting to retailers focused on digital.

Target has become the first mass retailer to make its products available through Instagram Checkout, meaning shoppers on the retailer’s IG @Target and @TargetStyle accounts can make a purchase with just a few taps.

BW Confidential sought to find out how beauty will perform over the weeks and months ahead as many countries begin to lift lockdown measures and re-open stores.

When life returns back to normal, consumer shopping behaviors will undoubtedly have changed. How can consumers be encouraged to still shop in-store or visit their local salon, while also ensuring…

Jane discusses how the brand has evolved their selling strategies for new launches; online sales trends; supply chain disruptions; retail partnerships; budgets; and changes in customer engagement since COVID-19 started.

Beauty Labs founder Mark Gerhard on why custom apps are the smartest way forward.  Mark Gerhard loves an unfair advantage. And you could argue that as the founder of the…

CEW is looking to help some of the most vulnerable executives in the beauty industry due to the recent pandemic: female-founded small businesses. With that in mind, on Friday, May…

At a time when relationships and connections are more important than ever, Cancer and Careers is thrilled to once again join forces with two multiplatform retailers who have made relationships…

Ryu Yokoi is the CEO of Schmidt’s, a purpose-driven brand that aims to make self-care inclusive and accessible through plant-powered, cruelty-free personal and home care products. Prior to Schmidt’s, he…

Ein Williams, Founder, Erin’s Faces, discuses pivoting her beauty business to begin producing an alcohol-based hand cleansing gel and moving forward with the launch of a new mascara after polling consumers.

Here, Nathalie talks about the rise of DIY, the Mascara Index and the four guiding principles that is getting her team through this crisis.

Created with sustainable ingredients, Symrise will donate Hero to front-line heroes, including doctors and nurses, as an appreciation for their dedication and help during this unprecedented time.

Jerrod Blandino, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Too Faced, which is owned by The Estée Lauder Cos., discusses how he wants to create a new normal that prioritizes conscious…

Contactless. The term has emerged repeatedly during the COVID-19 pandemic as concern for catching the virus reached a pinnacle. Ways to pick up food, receive groceries and pay for purchases…

In this special report, Tribe Dynamics used its extensive influencer data to investigate how a full month of stay-at-home orders impacted influencer marketing.

Amy talks about why she chose to move forward with launching a new cream bronzer, Bronzino; changes in customer demand; online sales trends; supply chain disruptions; retail partnerships; and what she perceives will be the lasting effects of COVID on the beauty industry.

In this special report, Kline analyzes the impact of COVID-19 on professional beauty, how the industry is pivoting and offers insights on how services may recover when they are able to reopen.

Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank, Cosmetic Dermatologist, Chief Medical Officer and Founder of the PFRANKMD Brand, is a well-known facial and body sculpting guru with particular expertise in minimally-invasive fat removal,…

Lauren Steinberg, Founder, Queen V, discusses how COVID-19 impacted the brand’s messaging to consumers.

Amy Risley, Founder & CEO, Skinfix discusses how her Sephora launch was curtailed as a result of COVID-19, the financial impact of the pandemic and words of advice for other brands.

Here, we caught up with KJ and Amanda to talk about how they’re weathering the storm during COVID-19, why their team is a priority and their advice to startups navigating this strange and challenging time.

The campaign’s video launched Thursday and will live on the brand’s social channels, as well as in ads.

CEW Beauty News has compiled a list of beauty launches for May, and how sales and communications plans will adapt to the new climate, including donating proceeds to those affected by the pandemic.

The beauty industry still holds tremendous potential, especially for compelling new brands. But the margin for error is razor thin. To improve odds for success, both large and nascent brands…

In this special report, Spate analyzes over 10 billion online signals in beauty to identify the next big product trends based on stay-at-home lifestyle changes.

Shelby Wild, Founder of naturally-derived hair care line Playa Beauty, where she shares her thoughts on online sales trends, supply chain disruptions, PR/influencer marketing, retail partnerships, customer engagement and what she perceives will be the lasting effects of COVID on the beauty industry.

Mr. Lauder shares the business and life lessons he learned as well as the adventures he had while helping transform the business. The book is available now for pre-order now at select retailers.

Daniel discusses how salons have been impacted due to the coronavirus, navigating the new normal, and how R+Co’s affiliate program is helping local salon owners “go from IRL to URL.”

How can beauty brands remain relevant and secure a future in their markets? As many brands protect their products by repositioning, renovating or innovating—all  for a leaner, more aggressive hit…

Clean makeup brand, Lawless Beauty, has hired its first President, Rachel Shelowitz, who was most recently General Manager of LORAC. In her new position, Rachel will oversee all aspects of…

Britta Cox, Co-founder of Aquis, discusses pivoting resources to leverage DTC Strategies, partnering with like-minded brands and financial challenges.

Here, Mariya shares her news about Goodhabit; the almost non-existent knowledge of blue light and how it’s this generation’s silent ager; and what it’s like to launch during a pandemic.

The goal of the event is to raise awareness and funds for the relief initiatives of The World Health Organization’s Covid-19 Solidarity Fund and First Responders First.

Shrankhla Holecek, Founder, Uma Oils, discusses how the coronavirus epidemic forced the brand to recommit to its values as a wellness company, develop niche strategies for its retail partners and how she’s using the time to forge more personal connections with consumers and her team.

Rapid response is mission critical in today’s fast-moving beauty industry. Perhaps there’s no more eye-opening example than recent consumer quests for essentials, such as hand sanitizer, during COVID-19. Retailers who…

In addition to curbside pickup, which was introduced over the last few weeks to about 700 of its stores, Ulta Beauty today announced plans to reopen stores in select markets.

In this special report, Tribe Dynamics showcases notable independent beauty brands across cosmetics, skin care and hair care, as well as the key influencer strategies behind their Q1 success.

Here, Sasha Plavsic, Founder, ILIA, on how to keep an open mind for living a new way, how to adjust marketing and content in a virtual world and advice for entrepreneurs.

It was finally looking like a turning point year for Julep, the beauty brand founded in 2007 by Jane Park. AS Beauty, which acquired the Julep and Laura Geller Beauty…

Join Harris Williams, an investment bank specializing in M&A advisory services, and L.E.K. Consulting for a webinar: “COVID-19 Consumer Insights and New Normal Trends.”  

The decline was driven by retail store closures as a result of the global pandemic, COVID-19. 

Rea Ann Silva, Founder and CEO of  Beautyblender, addresses the challenges of sudden, massive change as a global indie brand; reinventing social media content; and emerging from the current crisis…

The new initiative serves as an extension of its Buy Online, Pick Up In-Store service, and is meant to supplement Ulta’s app and ecommerce purchasing methods.

In this report, Spate analyzes over 10 billion online signals in beauty to identify the next big product trends based on stay-at-home lifestyle changes. This report covers top growth trends…

There is a promising opportunity in China for beauty brands—good news at a time when U.S. sales are stalling. As China begins rebounding and recovering from disruptions caused by the…

The digital initiative launches April 29 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.

With physical stores temporarily closed, online has come to represent nearly all industry sales volume.

A recent insights report from Jefferies Citing Nielsen data shows that wide-spread social distancing has hit mass beauty sales hard, with the segment seeing a 26 percent drop for the four week period ended April 18.

Poshly’s original report, COVID-19’s Impact on the Beauty Business, has been updated with even more information.

Early Tuesday morning Bloomberg News reported that consumer giant Unilever PLC and Spanish beauty firm Puig are among the beauty companies vying to buy celebrity makeup brand Charlotte Tilbury.

Tribe Dynamics’ Q1 2020 Global Beauty Report examines how influencers in distinct international markets responded to the widespread shelter-in-place orders enacted at the end of Q1, and how these shifts in content creation impacted brands.

Euromonitor is offering an on-demand webinar, which analyses the short- and long-term implications of COVID-19 on consumer behavior and how businesses can prepare for these shifts.

Harry talks about how COVID-19 has impacted his business (FYI, it’s booming) and why consumer demand for home fragrances has skyrocketed. 

Stay at home mandates and social distancing has created a near shut down in clinical safety testing and performance testing that rely on in-person visits from study participants. Testing is…

Here, Amy spends five minutes with Beauty News talking about Sweet Spot Labs’ mission today, its evolution and her advice for brands navigating this unprecedented time in history.

Following its accomplishment of achieving 100 percent climate neutral status in January, professional skin care brand, Babor, has announced a program to address CO2, clean ingredients and ongoing renewable manufacturing,…

Stephanie Additon, Founder and CEO, Java Skincare discuses how the brand has had to pivot it’s marketing and distribution plan and tweak its products to meet the needs of consumers during this time.

Jamie Leilani Pelayo, Co-Founder, natureofthings, discusses how the brand has had to shift its business model in the wake of COVID-19, communicating with consumers, ways the company is giving back and what the future holds.

In this video, NPD’s Larissa Jensen answers some key questions about the state of the beauty industry, including the best and worst performing categories, what will help brands during this time and the category consumers are gravitating towards.

Fittingly, during Earth Month, the brand is deepening its efforts to curb waste endemic to personal care with the rollout of Refill Solutions, a refill program that reduces personal carbon footprint and plastic usage by 90 percent.

Cathy Kangas, Founder of PRAI Beauty, discusses how her business has been impacted by COVID-19, charity work and what the future holds.

In March, influencers increased and adapted their content to fit into their own “new normal” and better meet the new needs of their followers, many of whom were working from home for the first time, cooking more than before, and in urgent need of some de-stressing self-care tips. 

Amanda Reiss joined Living Proof as Chief Marketing Officer in September 2019. Prior to joining the prestige hair care innovator, Amanda was CMO at Saucony. The similarities between overseeing marketing…

Suzanne LeRoux, Founder and President, One Love Organics, shares creative way she collaborated with other brands to promote their businesses.

L’Oréal posted sales decreases of 4.3 percent to $7.8 billion on a reported basis for the time period ended March 31; sales dipped 4.8 percent on a like-for-like basis.

“We’re dealing with a few delays, but for the most part we’ve been able to push through,” said Rima Minasyan, Co-founder of the Patrick Ta brand.

The clean color cosmetics brand with a focus on skin-loving botanical formulas and highly-pigmented colors is chartering a rapid ascent in the crowded indie space.

Plans for the April 20 launch of WLDKAT, a new CBD-based skin care brand from former Urban Decay executive, Amy Zunzunegui, are moving ahead, COVID-19 notwithstanding.

While healthcare workers are navigating the longest and most brutal hours during the pandemic, Donate Beauty is busy fielding hundreds of donation offers for essential items such as lip balms, hand creams, body lotions and facial cleansers.

Karen Behnke, Founder, Juice Beauty, discusses how her business has been impacted by COVID-19 and what the future holds.

Here, Tev talks to CEW’s Beauty News about weathering the storm, clever ways to drum up business and how to utilize free time when working from home.

Celebrity hair colorist Rita Hazan discusses how her business is staying afloat, current challenges her business is facing as a result of COVID-19, and what the future holds.

Thrive has raised more than $350,000 thanks to a charity effort whereby 100 percent of profits from their website’s sales on March 27 would be donated to support COVID-19 relief efforts.

Within a few hours of the announcement, more than 2,000 makeup artists applied for the opportunity, which only has a few hundred slots available.

Alexis has been taking notes on how brands are marketing and messaging to consumers during this unsettling time. Here, she shares a few Do’s and Don’ts for marketing brands during the pandemic.

Informed by search and shopper data and joined by a panel of experts from a variety of industry disciplines, the report starts a dialogue around key shifts in the beauty industry expected to define the next 12-18 months. 

In this special report, Kline shines a spotlight on the most prominent product trends based on key takeaways from CEW’s Product Demo and insights from Kline’s Cosmetics & Toiletries USA report.

As with every industry, right now the beauty industry is dealing with the implications, outcomes, and effects of Covid-19. From supply chain disruptions to brick & mortar store closures, to…

The platform is the brand’s first beauty-tech software platform designed to personalize hair care and styling tips for consumers.

Jody Pinson, a 30-year veteran of Walmart, has retired from her position as Vice President for Beauty, Walmart officials confirmed. Jody plans to travel with her husband, Greg, of 27…

The brand recently launched an online networking platform for professionals and is continuing to maintain its affiliate program which pays professionals a 25 percent commission from sales they drive.

In this report, King & Partners shares examples of how brands have shifted their strategies to communicate thoughtfully with their audiences.

In this infographic, Spate highlights shifts in beauty behaviors during Covid-19 and identifies what consumers are seeking during their stay-at-home moments. 

The Fund supports licensed professionals who are unable to work due to COVID-19 and is intended to be emergency aid for short-term immediate needs, such as food and bills.

Yarden Horwitz, Co-Founder of Spate, shares how CBD has introduced a new wave of ingredients growing in popularity among consumers.

In this special report, Coresight Research looks at the experiences of both  athletic apparel companies in China, and analyzes how the knowledge gained from the experience can be used to inform their approaches to other markets being affected by the pandemic.

On March 18, salon owner Eva Scrivo temporarily shuttered her eponymous Flatiron District and Upper East Side locations, and like most service providers, made the gut wrenching decision to lay…

The salon industry is uniting to provide support for the many stylists and colorists affected by COVID-19.

It’s no surprise that staying home has also led to a rise in online sales.

Founded in September 2016, luxury hair care brand Saints & Sinners broke into the hair care market with the goal of offering professional quality products free of harmful chemicals. The…

In March 2020, Poshly launched a special study to understand the impact of COVID-19 on the beauty community, including candid perspectives from both beauty consumers and professionals. The below report…

In this report, Mintel explores the various ways in-person elements of beauty retail will be forced to evolve amidst the global health crisis..

This exclusive report for CEW members contains excerpts from Kline’s just published Impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. Cosmetics & Toiletries Market report.

Even while physical stores are closed, Ulta Beauty executives are running scenarios of how to best service customers when doors eventually open

BW Confidential aimed to find out how the industry is dealing with the current crisis through its COVID-19 International Beauty Industry Survey.

Scott Kestenbaum, Senior Vice President at The Maesa Group, is finding inner strength during this time of crisis. Today he talks about the implications of uncertainty, the importance of focusing…

Emerging brands are embracing their new reality in a Coronavirus-impacted world. Efforts include retooling marketing and product launches. “Brands are thinking, ‘What can I do right now that doesn’t make…

In this special report, trend forecasting company, WGSN shares predictions of a number of strategic shifts that will arise, creating a new spending landscape.

Leading indicators and conversations with strategic buyers, private equity groups and other colleagues throughout Asia suggest that Asian M&A markets—especially China—are beginning to recover from COVID-19.

To help brands facing steep financial challenges in these unprecedented times, a free webinar will be held on Wednesday April 1 from 3pm to 5pm, titled, “Financing Your Business Through…

In light of COVID-19, Standard Dose has developed a series of complimentary virtual wellness workshops exploring topics that individuals may be grappling with including loneliness, stress and boundaries. The 60-minute…

“Everything has turned online, so we are using every tool possible to try and stay connected to our consumers and our partners,” said Janna Ronert, Founder of Image Skincare, a…

Here, Annie talks to Beauty News about the most valuable lessons she’s learned throughout her career, and how they’re being applied to her role at Korres.

Mary Dillon, CEO of Ulta Beauty, joined CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street” to discuss the impact of coronavirus on retail.

To help individuals manage coronavirus-induced anxieties, Yale University is making its most popular course, “Psychology and the Good Life”, available for free on open learning platform, Coursera.

One of the most popular memes currently making its way around the internet jokes that we are about three months away from seeing everyone’s true hair color. While providing a…

The Sexiest Beauty is making bold moves to give back during the COVID-19 health crisis. A boutique lipstick brand that was founded on the principles of inclusivity and self-expression, Founder…

Agapi Stassinopoulos, best-selling author and motivational speaker, will lead CEW’s complimentary 30-minute guided meditation Thursday, March 26, at 4:30 p.m.

Below, a recap from the meeting by Tengram’s Robin Lamb, which includes meeting participant feedback on brick and mortar replenishment orders, business in China; recovery of travel retail; messaging and transparency with employees.

Julia Labaton, President and Owner of Red PR, is currently finding a silver lining in community. Here, she talks about competitors leaning into the community, product launch plans in these…

Emerging brands are embracing their new reality in a Coronavirus-impacted world. Efforts include retooling marketing and product launches. “Brands are thinking, ‘What can I do right now that doesn’t make…

Brand founders are often bootstrapped and living paycheck to paycheck, if they get a salary at all. They are among the hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic.

Several of the beauty industry’s most beloved service providers have regrettably announced employee layoffs.

Spate analyzed top searches related to beauty and wellness to identify what’s top of mind for consumers.

Jennifer Walsh discusses how brands and retailers can communicate with consumers with a compassionate voice to keep them connected and informed during this time. 

With insights gleaned from top beauty executives and emerging talent, we hope this can be additional resource as you navigate today’s current climate and look to the future.

CBD wellness brand darling, Lord Jones, had planned a two-day event this week at a New York wellness hotspot to celebrate the launch of its first-ever facial product. Then COVID-19…

Here, Erica discusses everything from the importance of video conferencing, crafting relevant messaging with consumers online, and being fully stocked and ramped up on her brands’ B2C site.

In this special report, Poshly focuses on perspectives from beauty consumers and professionals regarding the COVID-19 crisis.

Like most companies across the United States, CEW employees are working remote due to the uncertainties presented by the coronavirus. Here, several staff members share how they’re managing routines, communicating…

In a letter to customers distributed late Tuesday afternoon, Ulta Beauty CEO, Mary Dillon, stated that due to the rapidly changing environment with the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, Ulta Beauty will…

In the last few weeks, COVID-19 went from being a news update in the U.S., to a crisis accelerating faster than most could have imagined—and changing by the hour. We’re…

The news exploded like a bomb on the evening of March 7, a sunny pre-spring Saturday. Prime minister Giuseppe Conte officially confirmed during the night that the whole region of…

Companies that already embrace a frictionless shopping experience will pave the road for others to adopt experiences that require lower levels of human contact.

Kate Somerville Skincare has created a six-and-a-half minute documentary, This is Kate, focusing on her life as skin care pioneer, entrepreneur and female founder. As part of Women’s History Month…

YouCam will offer a complimentary license to its AR Live Training services through July 31.

February saw a few newcomers to Tribe Dynamics Top 10 rankings, while up-and-coming brands began increasing their presence in the influencer marketing space.

The Dyson Corrale Straightener launched this week, showing once again that the British tech company is at the forefront of hair care innovation. A culmination of seven years of engineering…

In this special report, Euromonitor looks at what categories and regions are driving ecommerce growth in beauty and how brands can grow this channel.

Hermès has launched a collection of 24 lipsticks, called Rouge Hermès, the luxury fashion house’s first venture into cosmetics in its 183-year-old history.

Facial bar Face Haus is partnering with customized skin health startup Atolla on a bespoke, data-driven facial treatment called Me, Myself and I Facial.

Larissa Jensen, Vice President, Industry Advisor at The NPD Group, discusses several factors that led to prestige beauty’s decline in 2019 and shares insights on when color sales will grow.

The restructuring includes streamlining support functions and distribution activities, resulting in eliminating approximately 1,000 positions worldwide.

Sephora North America has announced their list of women-led, independent beauty companies set to receive financial and advisory support from the global beauty retailer this year. Among them are several…

Flynn Matthews, Head of Insights & Analytics, Global CPG at Google, talks about the rise of micro-category brands, also known as “niche-stige.”

CEW’s Beauty News took a deep dive into the newest launches, identifying which companies are best addressing Gen Xers’ specific skin and hair care needs.

The Gucci Beauty Network Studios ran for two days on March 6 and March 7 in a 20,000-plus square foot party space on Los Angeles’ Melrose Avenue.

To celebrate International Women’s Day [IWD], Shiseido Americas and CEW have partnered on a social campaign to show support for gender equality, this year’s IWD theme.

Earlier this week Eos’ new Moisture Hit lip balm collection launched nationally at Walgreens and Kohl’s. The rollout is an extension of a test-and-learn micro batch strategy introduced last April…

this special report, Kline looks at the global market size, growth, trends, acquisitions and opportunities within salon hair care, professional skin care and professional nail care.

EWG Verified hosted a two-day pop-up on Abbott Kinney Boulevard in Venice, CA to bring clean beauty products direct to consumers.

A leader in the skin care space, PCA Skin performs over a million peels annually.

Beauty brands began January strong with innovative and collaborative products.

With the goal of being the largest family-owned beauty company by 2030, Babor is on a path to conquer the U.S., its biggest opportunity, with new items and new distribution.

Guive Balooch joined L’Oréal 13 years ago from a pharma company with the goal of working on fast-paced innovations and the freedom to try new things. His role as Global…

From Sephora to Target to Ulta Beauty, here’s the latest distribution news for Follain, Alpyn Beauty, COLAB and Seed Beauty’s brands.

CEW’s 2020 Female Founder Award honorees talk about staying self-funded and when to seek out investors.

Kao USA Inc. has named Karen Frank President of Mass Business for the Americas and European region, and Jesse Grissom, President of Operations in the Americas region.

Indies continue to capture more market share than their corporate counterparts, and Kosas Cosmetics is one to watch, being one of the fastest-growing clean beauty brands out there.  Investors indeed…

Both brands are expanding their retail footprint with new distribution deals at Target.

QVC and HSN’s The Big Find is a program where the on-air direct sellers search far and wide for new, independent beauty brands they think might just be the next…

A new skin care collection utilizing a patented, time-release delivery system has landed distribution at one of beauty’s most coveted e-commerce sites, Net-a-Porter. Oh, and the line’s creator was a recipient of the Nobel Prize of Chemistry in 2016.

CEW Beauty News reports on how brands are resonating and connecting with this up-and-coming generation.

E.l.f. Beauty is tapping into the fast-growing clean beauty segment with the acquisition of plant-powered cosmetics line, W3LL People.

An impending plateau in prestige skin care sales in the next two years, as forecasted by The NPD Group, could mean opportunity for the mass market, particularly the No7 brand.

The brand will differentiate the new initiative from other ingredient libraries by focusing more on clean beauty product switches instead of simply listing ingredients to avoid.

Forecasted to reach $166 billion by 2022, the men’s personal care market represents a major brand opportunity.

Emboldened by success from its Made for You Shaving Razor Blades for Every Body, BIC USA is expanding into the grooming category—a first for the company.

Here, the top trends curated from more than 1,200 products to be on display February 27 at The Metropolitan Pavilion for CEW’s largest annual event, The Product Demo.

Olay announced its commitment to zero retouching of skin images in all of its U.S. advertising, becoming the first mass skin care brand to take this stance.

WelleCo, supermodel Elle Macpherson’s Australian-based nutrition and wellness brand, is launching a new skin care and hair care range.

CEW Female Founder Award Honorees discuss scaling operations.

CEW Female Founder Honorees discuss how they navigate meetings with men in business and the challenges of meeting the needs of different markets.

Female Founder Award Honorees discuss the challenges of being an indie brand founder, from balancing different roles and maintaining the determination to succeed.

CEW Female Founder Honorees discuss the learning experiences of growing an independent beauty brand. 

Charlotte Tilbury discuses using current technologies to educate consumers.

Dr. Barbara Sturm discusses listening to customers and innovating with products that fulfills their needs.

Family-owned indie makeup and skin care brand, Pixi Beauty, has expanded distribution in the mass market.

Skin care brand Dermalogica has opened a new store in West Hollywood, its second in the Los Angeles area. The reasoning behind the new store? Location, location, location. “We’ve always…

Emine ErSelcuk will oversee the strategy and development of brand, retail and merchandising partnerships.

Victoria Watts is aiming to pioneer a new inclusivity standard for the beauty industry—and beyond—with the development of a new raised symbol system for consumer goods packaging. The entrepreneur, who…

CEW’s 2020 Female Founder Award honorees discuss the what they would do differently in their startup experience. Honorees featured in the video are: • Amanda E. Johnson, Cofounder, Mented •…

The way brands staff up for in-store support is about to undergo major changes. And the beauty industry needs to be ready. The impact of Assembly Bill-5, which became a…

Peach & Lily has received a minority investment from strategic growth investment firm Sandbridge Capital. Funds will look to support global expansion of the K-Beauty firm’s proprietary brands, as well…

Huda’s debut skin care product, Yo Glow Enzyme Scrub, is the first from her new brand Wishful, and has already amassed a waiting list.

From sustainability to scalp care, here’s summary of the key trends the company is focusing on for the year.

CEW’s 2020 Female Founder Award honorees discuss the biggest challenges they faced in the past year, from strengthening management skills to finding the right employees, and how they overcame them.

The third quarter is anticipated to be the most negatively impacted by the health scare.

This week saw a flurry of news for beauty retailers, with Sephora revealing plans to open 100 new stores in 2020, while Macy’s has announced a three-year plan to close 125 of its lowest producing units.

Sophia Hutchins is out to change the way people apply, and perhaps more importantly, reapply SPF.

The partnership will allow Unfiltered to expand its pop-up experience to other markets.

As observed during key gifting periods in 2019, fragrance sales continue to grow. Estimates are Valentine’s Day 2020 will not disappoint.

Avon unveiled its latest technology, Protinol, at its annual Skincare Summit in Manhattan last week where over the course of three days, events were held to educate a cadre of…

The newest member of the Summer Fridays lineup is a nourishing, pH-balancing cleanser inspired by mineral-rich sea water.

Care/of, a wellness startup founded by Craig Elbert and Akash Shah, plans to leverage its personalization technology to expand into beauty.

Learn how beauty’s three largest categories performed in 2019.

Tribe’s quarterly U.S. Indie Beauty Debrief highlights some of Q4’s buzziest and fastest-growing indie brands and the key influencer strategies behind their Q4 success.

Today The Estée Lauder Cos. announced several executive changes impacting the La Mer, M·A·C Cosmetics, Le Labo, Dr. Jart+ and Do The Right Thing brands.

In this special report, YouCam Makeup analyzed data and developed a lip color trend forecast for the upcoming year that will allow cosmetics brands to best tailor their marketing strategy.

With sustainability top of mind for many beauty brands, The Detox Market hosted a panel discussing the topic this week, sharing insights, recycling stats and landfill facts. The panel, held…

For the past 15 years The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has provided a comprehensive report on trends and new directions in the health and wellness industry. No other forecast considers…

As beauty continues to transform, a growing need for new financial options exists.

In this special report, Tribe Dynamics analyzes global brands’ Q4 EMV performance to uncover the influencer strategies driving success around the globe.

Frédric said that his single-minded focus on evolving in the clean hair care space is partly driven by wanting to redress the misconceptions around non-toxic shampoos and conditioners.

CEW Beauty News is kicking off the New Year by compiling a list of the most notable indie beauty launches hitting shelves this month. From plant-powered hair care lines to…