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Stella McCartney buys back stake from luxury giant LVMH - Premium Beauty News
British fashion designer Stella McCartney will fly solo with the purchase of the minority stake held by luxury giant LVMH in her company, according to a joint statement published on Monday, January 27. Since 2019, LVMH has held 49% of the shares in the brand founded by the stylist, daughter of ex-Beatle Paul McCartney in 2001. The amount of the transaction was not disclosed. “This new chapter for Stella McCartney reflects her desire to write a new page in her story independently, after...
Aptar Beauty’s flagship pumps go full-plastic to maximize recyclability - Premium Beauty News
At Paris Packaging Week (January 28-29, 2025), the dispensing systems specialist will unveil the transition of two of its flagship pumps to fully plastic designs. The innovation aims to maintain iconic designs and flawless functionality while maximizing recyclability. After creating the first single-material pump (100% PE) in 2021, Aptar Beauty is continuing its innovations for enhanced recyclability of personal care dispensing solutions. 100% polyolefin body and hair care pumps The...
Albéa to manufacture ’Metamorphosis’ paper-based tube in North America - Premium Beauty News
Albéa Tubes has announced the launch of its ’Metamorphosis’ paper-based cosmetic tube, paired with the EcoFusion Top, at its Queretaro plant in Mexico. This strategic move aims to cater to the growing demand for local sustainable packaging solutions. With this new launch, Albéa Tubes offers North American brands and consumers an innovative and responsible tube solution reducing significantly both plastic use and the environmental impact.
Aptar Beauty introduces Nomad Refill: A game-changing refillable purse spray - Premium Beauty News
The global leader in dispensing systems is launching at Paris Packaging Week (January 27 and 28, 2025) the industry’s first 10 ml purse spray which is directly refillable on the perfume bottle, in a quick, clean and secure way. A technology which, according to Aptar Beauty, will transform on-the-go refillable bottles into a new segment of the perfume market. With Nomad Refill, a 10 ml purse spray that is refillable in less than 5 seconds, Aptar Beauty wants to transform the at-home refill...
IBG appoints ex-L’Oréal Valérie Feuillet as Europe Middle East & India CEO - Premium Beauty News
The beauty solution providers for brands and distributors, continues its growth objective with an ambitious recruitment plan. Innovative Beauty Group (IBG) has appointed Valérie Feuillet as CEO Europe Middle East & India (EMEAI). Valérie Feuillet joins IBG after 24 years at L’Oréal in various positions focused on transformation and growth, from marketing in different product segments to general management. Her most recent position was Global Transformation Director within the L’Oreal...
Wheaton to present its innovations for glass packaging in Paris - Premium Beauty News
For its third consecutive participation in Paris Packaging Week (January 28th and 29th, 2025), the Brazilian glassmaker will highlight its expertise in the production and decoration of sophisticated glass packaging. At the event, Wheaton will showcase its Ecoglass Line, which aims to promote circular packaging solutions in the perfume and beauty markets. The line has just received a new 200 ml bottle with a screw neck, designed to be used as a fragrance refill. The new lightweight bottle...
CIBS new President Boris Schaefer outlines vision for 2025 - Premium Beauty News
Boris Schaefer has been appointed the 77th President of the Cosmetic Industry Buyers and Suppliers (CIBS) for 2025, succeeding Veronica Cruz-Onishea, from ABA Pakaging Corp. CIBS is a professional organization that connects buyers and suppliers in the cosmetic, personal care, and packaging industries, promoting networking, education, and collaboration to drive innovation and growth. Schaefer, a seasoned professional with over 25 years in the cosmetic packaging industry, heads US sales and...
Coptis announces the appointment of Roland de Heere as CEO - Premium Beauty News
Coptis, a provider of digital solutions for the cosmetics R&D, has appointed Roland de Heere as Chief Executive Officer. Bringing to the role over a decade of extensive experience in leadership, strategic planning, and operational management across multiple industries, Roland de Heere takes over from Jonathan Coeur who assumed the role of Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Global, at the company when the Extens equity funds came on board in 2021. Prior to joining Coptis, Roland de Heere...
Prad dresses Jimmy Choo in translucent metallization - Premium Beauty News
The French specialist of liquid metallization has made what it calls “a glamorous evening gown” for the new I Want Choo Le Parfum. For this launch, the Prad workshops have metallized the brand’s iconic bottle in translucent gold. “The material and light effects reveal the boldness and glamour of the Jimmy Choo brand,” said Prad in a statement. Chemical engineers have formulated a metallization that guarantees resistance and compliance with the profession’s many tests. What’s more, the...
PM Studio aims to double sales and make new acquisitions - Premium Beauty News
It only took a few years for the PM Studio group to establish itself as a leading promotional items and packaging designers and manufacturers, in particular for the luxury, beauty, and jewellery sectors. The company was founded in 2016 by Patricia Stranik and Sven Döbert, and has just partnered with Andera Partners, which acquired a stake in it when it left RC Group – an opportunity for PM Studio to speed up both its organic and external growth... And try to double its sales in five years....
Delarom continues its repositioning with Perfect Corp’s AI Skincare Pro - Premium Beauty News
At Maison & Objet 2025, which takes place in Paris from 16 to 20 January, the aromatherapy, nutricosmetics, natural skincare and wellness brand has teamed up with Perfect Corp. to deliver a dermatologist-verified precision and tailored beauty solutions to skincare enthusiasts. This collaboration marks a key milestone in Maison Delarom’s transformation under the leadership of Frédéric Durand-Salmon, who took over the brand in 2023 after a professional experience in medical research and...
BASF creates a range of cosmetic formulas adapted to climate change - Premium Beauty News
At the Cosmet’Agora trade show, which was held from January 14 to 15, 2025 in Paris, France, BASF presented a range of formulas that meet consumer expectations in terms of eco-responsibility, while addressing challenges in personal care posed by changing environmental conditions. “At BASF, we take our responsibility seriously. We contribute to the sustainable development goals with eco-conscious solutions, and we care about consumer needs for new beauty routines,” said Valérie...
Trade shows: Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Worldwide Bologna 2025 get a makeover - Premium Beauty News
The world’s leading beauty trade fair continues its transformation, in line with the changes initiated last year. After moving to a three-day format in 2024 (compared to four previously), Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is reviewing its entire layout and consolidating its program. For the 2025 edition, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna gets a makeover! Following the success of last year’s edition, which welcomed 248,500 attendees from 150 countries and 3,012 exhibitors, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna...
Anjac Health and Beauty opens a new B2B experiential venue in Paris - Premium Beauty News
The French family-owned industrial group and the partner of health laboratories, beauty and wellness brands, recently opened the Maison Anjac, in Paris, France. The new facility is dedicated to innovation, exchanges and co-development for the group’s customers and partners. With 16 companies (Aircos, Apollo, Chemineau, Cosmetix West, Eurowipes, Feltor, Innovi, LPEV, Pascual Cosmétiques, Pillar5 Pharma, Roval Cosmétiques, Shadeline, and Sicaf) and 22 R&D and production sites in France,...
L’Oréal and IBM partner on AI model to formulate more sustainable cosmetics - Premium Beauty News
The global beauty giant has announced a collaboration with IBM to leverage their generative artificial intelligence technology to guide cosmetic formulation teams towards more sustainable choices. L’Oréal wants to leverage IBM’s generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology and expertise to uncover new insights in cosmetic formulation data. Their goal is to facilitate the use of sustainable raw materials, that require less energy and generate less waste. “To preserve Earth’s...
Spanish packaging provider Rafesa to debut as exhibitor at PCD Paris 2025 - Premium Beauty News
The Spanish supplier of customizable packaging solutions for perfumes and cosmetic products (bottles, collars, vials, droppers, jars, caps and accessories) will exhibit at the Paris Packaging Week’s PCD show, on January 28 and 29, 2025. For this exhbiting début, Rafesa will showcase its commitment to sustainability, innovation and customisation by presenting a selection of packaging solutions that combine great design, functionality and green attitudes, including: Raffaello jar: With a...
Ulta Beauty names new CEO and unveils strong sales during the holiday season - Premium Beauty News
Kecia Steelman, president and chief operating officer of Ulta Beauty, will succeed Dave Kimbell as Chief Executive Officer, announced the US-based beauty retailer on Monday, January 6. Stepping down from the company’s Board of Directors, Mr. Kimbell will serve as an advisor to the company through June 28, 2025. He joined Ulta Beauty in 2014 as chief marketing officer and served in various executive roles with the company before being appointed CEO in 2021, taking the reins from Mary Dillon....
APC Packaging to showcase sustainable innovations at Cosmoprof Miami 2025 - Premium Beauty News
Florida-headquartered APC Packaging is participating in Cosmoprof Miami, taking place at the Miami Beach Convention Center from January 21 to 23. At this year’s edition, the beauty packaging solutions provider will highlight its eco-friendly designs such as refillable systems, mono-material packaging, post-consumer recycled materials and glass options. APC Packaging will also emphasize their use of recyclable and environmentally responsible materials. In addition, visitors will get a...
“We’re facing a labyrinth of complex regulations,” Peyam Mirnejad, Albéa - Premium Beauty News
An expert in regulatory compliance and product safety for Albéa, Peyam Mirnejad is part of the “Future Leaders class of 2025,” as identified by Paris Packaging Week. Can you introduce your role and experience in the packaging industry? Peyam Mirnejad - I come from a scientific background, with a university education in biology and environmental toxicology, later specializing in industrial risk management. From the beginning of my studies, I was drawn to the practical applications of...
Tariffs: What impact will Trump’s return have on the cosmetics industry? - Premium Beauty News
As Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election was officially certified by the US Congress on Monday, January 6, in stark contrast to 2021 violence, what will be the consequences of this dramatic return for the beauty industry? President-elect Donald Trump, who will begin his second term on January 20, 2025, has sparked concern in many countries by promising to impose a “universal” baseline customs duty of 10 or 20% on all imports to the United States, and even 25% on products...
FDA proposes standardized testing to detect asbestos in cosmetic products - Premium Beauty News
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing that companies marketing cosmetic products containing talc be required to test the presence of asbestos using new standardized methods. Cosmetic companies may have to take extra steps to ensure that any products containing talc and sold in the U.S. are free of asbestos under a federal rule proposed by the FDA. Entitled “Testing Methods for Detecting and Identifying Asbestos in Talc-Containing Cosmetic Products” (“Proposed Rule”),...
Memo Paris teams up with Groupe GM to create its first high-end hotel line - Premium Beauty News
Luxury fragrance house Memo Paris has teamed up with Groupe GM, a leader in the guest amenity industry, to highlight its fragrances in the brand’s very first hotel line. Irish Leather Founded in 2007 by husband-and-wife Clara Molloy and John Molloy, Memo Paris is one of the pioneers of niche fragrance market. The brand’s scents are evocative of real or imaginary travel destinations, thanks to complex compositions, unexpected notes and high-quality raw materials. Memo Paris is sold in more...
Geka appoints Nande van Aken as Head of Global Operations Beauty - Premium Beauty News
Geka’s mother company, Medmix, has announced that Nande van Aken has been appointed as Head of Global Operations Beauty. “With more than 15 years of experience in driving operational excellence and organizational transformation, Nande brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. Her extensive career spans a wide range of industries and various management roles in manufacturing, supply chain and R&D, equipping her with the diverse skill set to further enhance Geka’s capabilities and...
Perfect Corp. expands in luxury fashion with Wannaby acquisition - Premium Beauty News
The expert of virtual try-on for cosmetic and beauty products is expanding its footprint to luxury fashion with the acquisition of Wannaby Inc. to Farfetch. Known for its virtual try-on technology and digitalization solutions for the fashion industry, Wannaby has served over 30 top-tier luxury brands. Its technologies help consumers around the world to virtually try shoes, bags, and other premum fashion products. This strategic move will help Perfect Corp. to expand its offering of digital...
The Estée Lauder Company plans to open its Paris Fragrance Atelier in 2025 - Premium Beauty News
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) will open its new Fragrance Atelier at 14-18 Rue Volney in Paris. Announced last year, the new facility is designed to accelerate ELC’s ambitions in prestige and luxury fragrance innovation. It will be housed in the company’s new “La Maison des Parfums,” a dedicated fragrance building centralizing ELC’s Paris-based global fragrance brand teams across marketing, creative, and product development. The location was chosen for is proximity to ELC’s Paris...
Paris Packaging Week reveals the finalists for its Innovation Awards - Premium Beauty News
The Paris-based trade show dedicated to premium packaging has announced the finalists for its 2025 Innovation Awards, an annual celebration of the most outstanding innovations in the fields of perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care (PCD), premium drinks (PLD), aerosols, and dispensing systems (ADF) The winners will be revealed during three official ceremonies attended by the finalists on January 28th and 29th, 2025. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore the finalists’...
Kao launches Molton Brown in Indonesia with first flagship store in Subrabaya - Premium Beauty News
Kao Corporation is expanding its presence in the Asian luxury fragrance market with the debut of Molton Brown in Indonesia. The brand’s first flagship store opened its doors on December 22 at Ciputra World Surabaya, a premier shopping destination in the country’s second-largest city. The launch is part of Kao’s Global Sharp Top Strategy, which focuses on establishing leadership in premium market segments through high-value offerings. The flagship opening also supports Kao’s strategic focus...
Before Christmas, niche luxury perfumes show a sweet smell of success - Premium Beauty News
They don’t advertise, have no global ambassador and they are largely unknown to the general public. However, “niche fragrances”, also known as “haute couture perfumes”, are able to command prices of hundreds of dollars from men and women seeking to stand out. With growth rates significantly higher than the rest of the market their success is encouraging a growing number of brands to tap into the segment.
L’Oréal acquires Korean skincare brand Dr.G, from Swiss conglomerate Migros - Premium Beauty News
L’Oréal Groupe announced on Monday, December 23, that it has signed an agreement with Swiss retail group Migros to acquire its subsidiary Gowoonsesang Cosmetics Co, Ltd, including Dr.G, a Korean skincare brand founded by dermatologist Dr. Gun Young Ahn in 2003 and headquartered in Seoul. Dr.G will become part of L’Oréal Groupe’s Consumer Products Division (CPD). The French beauty giant said it wants to meet the rising demand for K-Beauty around the world by developing scientifically-based,...
Carbios postpones construction of its PET recycling plant for 6 to 9 months - Premium Beauty News
The French biotechnology company said it is postponing the construction of its PET biorecycling plant in Longlaville “for 6 to 9 months.” The groundbreaking of the new facility was celebrated in April this year. According to Carbios, this additional delay is due to its will to complete the financing of the operation “under satisfactory conditions.” The company says the decision does not call the plant construction project into question but will help “to slow down the pace of cash burn on...
Lancôme chooses Aptar’s POM-Free HDS Inune pump for the Absolue collection - Premium Beauty News
For their first haute-parfumerie collection, that celebrates the Centifolia Rose cultivated at their Domaine de la Rose property in Grasse in the south of France, Lancôme has chosen Aptar Beauty’s HDS Inune Refill pump. “With its robust design and high technology, it is perfectly engineered to deliver the radical olfactive experiences of the 11 fragrances in the Absolue Les Parfums collection,” said Aptar Beauty. The Absolue fragrances are based on two new patented rose extracts...
After sales tripled, Puig plans to fully-own Charlotte Tilbury brand by 2031 - Premium Beauty News
Puig and Charlotte Tilbury have inked a deal to extend their partnership until the end of 2030. Under the terms of the renewed agreement, the make-up artist and brand founder will retain a minority stake, with the Spanish beauty and fashion conglomerate
EU countries back stricter rules to curb microplastics pollution - Premium Beauty News
EU countries on Tuesday, December 17, backed plans to curb plastic pollution by toughening rules for companies using the pellets that constitute the building blocks of most plastic products. A compromise was found to apply the new rules to maritime transport. The Council adopted its position on a regulation on preventing the loss of plastic pellets – the industrial raw materials used to make plastic products – to the environment. The small pellets, called nurdles, are the base material...
France advocates for enhanced sunscreen labelling rules in the EU - Premium Beauty News
France has submitted its recommendations to the European Union to enhance consumer information on sunscreen products. The key measures include simplifying product labeling and banning claims specifically targeting ’children,’ as direct sun exposure for children should be avoided. As part of the ongoing revision of the 2006 EU recommendation to manufacturers on the ’safety and efficacy claims for sunscreen products,’ the French Agency for Food, Environmental, and Occupational Health Safety...
Does China’s rush on mineral water signal new bonds with beauty brands? - Premium Beauty News
As we all know, sufficient water consumption is a key to a healthy and beautiful skin. And this simple idea is all the rage among young people in China. In a nation where brand dynamics are evolving at a fast pace, some of them are even abandoning more expensive cosmetics in favor of mineral water to keep their skin looking good. It’s China’s hottest new product. Over the past few months, Wahaha water has been enjoying unprecedented popularity in the country. The reason? It is said to be...
Fiabila reinvents the professional UV Gel concept - Premium Beauty News
Inspired for and by professionals and consumers, backed by science, in-house research and Fiabila’s unconditional commitment to safety for all, including prevention of sensitization risks, the French supplier’s new UV Gel concepthas won a 100% satisfaction rate from consumers. Preventing sensitization risks Its formula is composed of oligomers, mainly, and monomers chosen from among the least sensitizing. Oligomers are an irreversible assembly of monomers. Their size limits their...
“The pressure to innovate has never been greater,” Brodie Vander Dusssen - Premium Beauty News
Brodie Vander Dusssen, Sustainability Program Manager at Orora Packaging a leader in the manufacture, distribution and decoration of packaging solutions. She is also the editor of Sustainably Packaged Magazine, which is published by Orora, and co-host of the Sustainable Packaging podcast alongside Cory Connors, Director of Sustainable Packaging at Orora. Brodie is part of the