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André Prigent, president of Agrimer, died at the age of 63 - Premium Beauty News
André Prigent, president of Agrimer and Bretagne Cosmétiques Marins, was killed in a road accident on Saturday, September 13, 2025. “Visionary, devoted and profoundly human, he built his company into a leading organization dedicated to promoting the region and its marine resources. His agility and hard work left a long-lasting legacy on the history of his companies and their employees,” Agrimer said in a tribute press release. André Prigent founded Agrimer in 1986, with his father Jean,...
Powders, mascaras & gel polish: IL Cosmetics’ expertise in the spotlight - Premium Beauty News
A few months after presenting its first powders at Cosmoprof Bologna 2025, IL Cosmetics continues to position itself as a leader in innovation in the cosmetics market. The group is highlighting its expertise in key segments such as powders, as well as its historical know-how in mascaras, while also meeting new market demands, particularly with its new easy removal semi-permanent polish. Baked Rodio Powders technology: The Art of Texture IL Cosmetics is confirming its ambition in the...
Webinar: A game-changing sensory powder (Last chance to register) - Premium Beauty News
Let's delve into the dynamic world of sensory powders: a market experiencing significant growth driven by the increasing consumer demand for high-performance and sustainable cosmetic products. These powders play a crucial role in enhancing the texture, feel, and overall sensory experience of formulations, making them indispensable in makeup and skincare applications. However, as the industry evolves, it faces challenges, particularly concerning the use of talc, which has come under scrutiny...
Armani will lays path to potential buyout by luxury giant or IPO - Premium Beauty News
Fashion legend Giorgio Armani asked for a major luxury group to take a stake in his company. In his will, which was made public Friday, September 12, by the Italian press, the billionaire said that the foundation which inherits the company should sell a 15-percent stake to a major fashion house. The Italian designer, who died on September 4 aged 91, had kept strict control of the business empire built up over five decades, which ranged from haute couture to hotels. But he decided otherwise...
Your morning routine, every step tested, every product trusted - Premium Beauty News
Every morning begins with familiar gestures: brushing your teeth, applying moisturizer, refreshing with a mist. Yet behind each of these simple rituals lies a world of science. From skincare and haircare to nutraceuticals and fragrances, Eurofins C&PC brings rigorous expertise to ensure that safety is demonstrated, claims are substantiated, and consumer trust is earned. This unseen science transforms everyday products into reliable rituals that meet the highest standards of the cosmetics...
Virospack debuts screen printing decoration for glass pipettes - Premium Beauty News
In order to reinforce brands identity down to the last detail, the manufacturer of cosmetic packaging solutions has added screen printing on glass pipettes to its range of decoration options. This 100% in-house decoration technique enables high precision and quality while helping to strengthen droppers' visual narrative and improve shelf appeal. It is fully tailored and customised for each project at Virospack's facilities. Screen printing on pipettes allows for the application of logos,...
Account Manager - Field based (AE722043) - Premium Beauty News
Arthur Edward Salary: £55-65,000 + car Are you an experienced B2B Account Manager with experience in the fragrance sector? Do you enjoy staying one step ahead of industry news, trends, and innovations? As Account Manager with a global fragrance house, you will manage and develop B2B accounts, from brands to manufacturers. Building on your Sales experience, you will provide excellent customer service and work closely with the global sales team to meet targets and objectives....
Beyond clinical: uncovering growth frontiers in facial skincare - Premium Beauty News
The quest for effectiveness is at the heart of current facial skincare trends. This dynamic is fueling the rise of so-called clinical or doctor brands, which build their strategies on the performance of their formulas and scientific credibility. Their positioning is reinforced by minimalist packaging and dermatology-inspired language. Yet, not every player stands to benefit from this approach and there are several alternative routes to growth, according to a recent L.E.K. Consulting study....
Robertet reaffirms its 2025 outlook after a strong first half - Premium Beauty News
The French manufacturer of fragrances and flavors posted a EUR 446.3 million (USD 525.35) consolidated net revenue for the first half of 2025, up 7.7% compared with the same period in 2024. Organic revenue growth (excluding scope and currency effects) was up 9.2% in the first half, mainly driven by a strong growth in the Raw Materials and Flavors Divisions. Recurring EBITDA for first-half 2025 came to EUR 100.2 million, up 12.7% on the first half of 2024, representing a recurring EBITDA...
FDA debuts online dashboard for cosmetic adverse event tracking - Premium Beauty News
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced a new interactive tool that provides real-time access to adverse event reports related to cosmetic products. The FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) Public Dashboard for Cosmetic Products now allows the public to search, filter, and download data on reported health concerns related to cosmetics. The FDA is wrapping up its overhaul of monitoring tools for the cosmetics market! The U.S. agency announced on Friday, September...
A high protection packaging for Sisley’s new preservative-free skin care - Premium Beauty News
French brand Sisley chose Aptar Beauty's Irresistible airless packaging for the launch of their new preservative-free face cream for sensitive skin, made from 100% natural-origin key ingredients. This high protection solution was selected for its advanced airless technology, enhanced by a patented barrier system preventing microbiological contamination. High-tech airless packaging for dermocosmetics Irresistible is Aptar Beauty's most protective airless packaging solution. It features a...
Fragrances: Flair gains autonomy with inaugural production site - Premium Beauty News
Since it was founded in 2012, the Paris-based perfume composition studio has established itself as a benchmark in the niche segment. Under the leadership of its two leaders, Amélie Bourgeois and Anne-Sophie Behaghel, Flair now supports over 50 brands in France and globally. The studio is continuing its rise, and has just gained independence with its own new plant called Flair La Matière, one hour from Paris. This project, which had been in the works for nearly three years, was an obvious...
Nuon Medical elevates cosmetic packaging into smart technology - Premium Beauty News
A specialist in technological accessories, Nuon Medical draws on 20 years of expertise in the medical field to bring intelligent application solutions to the world of beauty and well-being. By positioning itself as a key partner for brands and packaging manufacturers, Nuon Medical aims to optimize and differentiate the beauty experience, through innovative and certified technologies. Interview with Alain Dijkstra, founder and CEO. Premium Beauty News - What is the history of Nuon Medical?...
International beauty trade show Cosmetic 360 to open doors on October 15-16 2025 - Premium Beauty News
The Cosmetic 360 international trade show, the world's leading event for innovations and trends in the perfumery and cosmetics industry, will open the way to the future in Paris at the Carrousel du Louvre on October 15-16, 2025. The organizers have chosen “Predictions” as the overarching theme of the 11th edition of Cosmetic 360. “Predictions” stands for a new revolution in science, industrial processes, performance optimization and impact management for the next generation of cosmetics,...
Aramis celebrates new fragrance launch during New York Fashion Week - Premium Beauty News
The Estée Lauder Companies' heritage men's fragrance brand, Aramis, officially launched its new scent, Intuition, with global ambassador, Dwyane Wade, during New York Fashion Week. The celebration kicked off with an Aramis immersive pop-up on New York City's iconic High Line, where guests explored the story behind the fragrance through scent, sound, and design. Dwyane Wade made a personal appearance at the interactive event, joined by his wife, actress Gabrielle Union. Later in the...
Byome Labs raises EUR 3.6 million to measure the skin microbiome in stores - Premium Beauty News
The French deeptech startup, founded at the end of 2023, aims to revolutionize cosmetic personalization thanks to the world's first instant point-of-sale skin microbiome measurement solution. To this end, the company specializing in in vitro skin microbiome analysis, has secured EUR 3.6 million in funding. The round—led by Remora Biotech, Paris Business Angels, Angels Santé, and several strategic business angels—will support the industrialization of Byome Derma, a simple, ultra-fast skin...
Kering Beauté revives Balenciaga perfumes with ten new creations - Premium Beauty News
The fashion house marks its comeback in fragrance, with support from Kering Beauté, its parent company's beauty arm. Balenciaga launches a collection of ten new fragrances, including an archival reissue, Le Dix. After nearly a decade away from the world of fragrance — since the 2016 launch of B. Balenciaga Intense under Coty license — the fashion house is making its return to scent. For this rebirth within the Kering group's beauty division, Balenciaga unveils a high-end collection of ten...
The Estée Lauder Companies taps René Lammers as new innovation leader - Premium Beauty News
The Estée Lauder Companies has announced the appointment of René Lammers as Executive Vice President, Chief Research & Innovation Officer, effective October 1, 2025. Lammers will report to CEO Stéphane de La Faverie and join Estée Lauder's Executive Team. He will oversee the transformation of the group's global research and innovation, from new product development and clinical testing to regulatory strategy and emerging technologies. Lammers is tasked with accelerating trend-driven,...
Greener chemistry: Lubrizol unveils PFAS-free peptide portfolio - Premium Beauty News
The manufacturer of advanced specialty ingredients has announced the elimination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), from its peptide synthesis process. Beginning June 2025, Lubrizol is introducing three commercially available peptides synthesized without PFAS. “While the use of PFAS in cosmetic ingredients is limited and not typically present in final formulations, Lubrizol is taking proactive steps to eliminate these substances from peptide...
Nigeria shea nut export ban pinches producers but boosts processors’ hopes - Premium Beauty News
At the end of August, Nigerian authorities abruptly imposed a six-month ban on shea nut exports, blindsiding an industry in Africa's most populous country and the world's top producer of shea nuts. With around 350,000 tons annually, Nigeria contributes about 40% of the world's shea nut supply. The fruit is used to make shea butter, a key ingredient in soaps, lotions and cosmetics. But the west African nation is at the bottom of the supply chain, exporting nearly all its nuts and producing...
Christian Louboutin debuts a Fétiche fragrance pop-up in New York - Premium Beauty News
Louboutin invites New Yorkers to embark on an immersive journey through its Fétiche perfume collection. Designed by Wild Buzz Agency, the pop-up is located at 21 Spring Street in SoHo, New York City. The event is free and open to the public from Friday, September 12, through Sunday, September 14, 2025. The Puig Group brand will present its full olfactory collection, featuring Cuir Fétiche, Ambre Fétiche, Ébène Fétiche, Iris Fétiche, and Encens Fétiche, now joined by three new creations:...
Beautyworld Japan Osaka 2025 set to welcome a record 570 exhibitors - Premium Beauty News
Western Japan's premier beauty trade fair will take place from 20-22 October 2025 at INTEX Osaka, spanning Halls 1–5 and 6B. For this landmark 20th edition, Beautyworld Japan Osaka unveils big plans! The fair launches three new zones: Clinic Care, Fitness + Beauty and Osaka Nail Forum. The Clinic Care zone specialises in the field of aesthetic medicine including cosmetics, supplements and services for cosmetic clinics. Only medical personnel are invited to this zone. In this context, the...
Puig posts sharp rise in profits in the first half of 2025 - Premium Beauty News
Spain's luxury goods and cosmetics group Puig, owner of Paco Rabanne and Jean Paul Gaultier, reported a significant profit increase in the first half of 2025, driven by strong sales, particularly in fragrances. The company posted a net profit of EUR 275 million for the first half of the year, up 78.8% on the same period in 2024 (EUR 154 million). Puig said earnings rose in part because it no longer had to absorb the exceptional IPO costs of 2024 — about EUR 119.7 million — largely related...
Study: decoding scent-driven emotions for bolder marketing strategies - Premium Beauty News
To better understand the emotional ties between consumers and perfumes, Promise Consulting, Deepersight and Cinquième Sens joined forces in the Olfactive Insights project, a particular study which aimed to bring to light unexpected “deep insights” using flash hypnosis during consumer interviews. Using hypnosis for marketing research purposes is nothing new. Yet, it is little known, viewed as potentially manipulative, and it remains marginal. However, to many professionals, it does offer a...
Safic-Alcan acquires Ingredients Plus in Malysia and Singapore to boost growth - Premium Beauty News
The distributor of specialty chemicals has acquired Ingredients Plus, a specialty chemicals distributor with a strong historical presence in personal care, in Malaysia and Singapore. Created in 2007 and 2010, respectively, the Malaysian and Singaporean entities were established by Mr. Graeme Love and Mr. Chai Sien Theng. Headquartered in Shah Alam, Selangor, the company promotes ingredients for personal and home care, as well as coatings, rubber latex and industrial applications, food and...
Ulta Beauty opens first stores in Mexico City with future expansion ahead - Premium Beauty News
The U.S. beauty retailer has made its official debuts on the Mexican market in August with the opening of its first stores in the country's capital. Ulta Beauty's first store in Mexico opened on August 21 at Antara Fashion Hall in Mexico City, followed by Galerías Metepec on August 30, with further openings scheduled to debut across the country throughout the year. To commemorate this milestone in its international expansion, Ulta Beauty will host a private grand opening celebration on...
Plastic alternatives: Xampla secures USD14 million new investment - Premium Beauty News
The Cambridge University spin-out has secured an injection of more than USD 14 million in private capital. Xampla aims to dedicate the funds to scale up the production and distribution of its fully biodegradable plant-based materials. More than 10 billion units of single-use plastic! That's what Xampla aims to replace over the next five years thanks to its range of plant-derived biodegradable materials. Traded under the name Morro, the company's range of fully biodegradable solutions is...
Pochet takes a stake in MagREEsource, a specialist in recycled magnets - Premium Beauty News
The manufacturer of high-end beauty packaging has announced that it has acquired a stake in the French start-up specializing in the production of recycled magnets. The investment was made through Pochet Participations, the group's new venture capital arm. Luxury packaging manufacturer Groupe Pochet has taken a stake in French startup MagREEsource. Created in 2020, the young company has developed an innovative production process for recycled magnets. The investment was made through Pochet...
Wild names Emma Raducanu as first ever global brand ambassador - Premium Beauty News
The British personal care brand is partnering with British tennis star Emma Raducanu for its new 'Champions of Change' campaign that promotes the brand's mission to transform everyday personal care into a more sustainable routine through the elimination of single use plastic from bathrooms worldwide. Launched globally today across digital, social, and retail channels, the Champions of Change campaign features Raducanu in a series of visuals and films that spotlight Wild's refillable,...
Patrice Béliard steps into leadership at Parfums de Marly and Initio Parfums Privés - Premium Beauty News
Sprecher Berrier Group of Companies (SBGC), the group behind Parfums de Marly and Initio Parfums Privés, has appointed ex-Shiseido and Estée Lauder executive Patrice Béliard as its new CEO, effective October 2025. Mr. Béliard will succeed Julien Sausset, who is stepping down after more than nine years at the helm of the two houses. Under his leadership, Parfums de Marly and Initio Parfums Privés, which were acquired in 2023 by U.S. investment fund Advent International, have grown as major...
Unveil the power of Inside-Out Beauty - Premium Beauty News
Understand its essence and ingredient pairing strategies Consumers seek holistic beauty, blending skincare, anti-aging, and wellness, and the Inside-Out is the perfect routine to address it. Want to know more about it and how to build compelling offers? Agenda : – the big picture: consumer insights and market data behind inside-out beauty – the core definition: what is inside-out beauty and why is it crucial? – the how-to: three key ingredient strategies and inspirational formulas...
Active Concepts ushers in the ’post-quat’ era of hair care with AC Curezyme - Premium Beauty News
The US-based provider of raw materials for the personal care and cosmetics industries has released a new ingredient it says will redefine conditioning in the hair care industry. Developed in collaboration with biotech firm Curie Co, the innovation marks a move away from traditional quaternary ammonium compounds — long the backbone of conditioning formulas — toward a more sustainable, bioactive approach. At the heart of AC Curezyme is Curamina, a dual-action bioactive designed by Curie Co....
Luxe Pack Monaco unveils the highlights of its upcoming edition - Premium Beauty News
From September 29 to October 1, 2025, Luxe Pack Monaco, the leading event for creative luxury packaging, is undergoing a major transformation. Thanks to the expansion of the Grimaldi Forum, the show is preparing to offer visitors a completely new experience, designed to “better meet the current and future challenges of the industry.” 2025 ushers in a new era for the annual trade show dedicated to creative and luxury packaging. With the expansion of the Grimaldi Forum — its home since 2000...
Mibelle Group and LanzaTech pioneer palm oil alternatives from captured CO₂ - Premium Beauty News
Mibelle Group, LanzaTech and the Fraunhofer Institute for Interface and Bioprocess Engineering IGB have developed a palm oil substitute produced from captured CO2. This palm oil alternative replicates essential functional properties needed in the cosmetics industry. After several years of research, Mibelle and LanzaTech have successfully combined two successive fermentation processes to convert CO2 into a palm oil-free fat blend. The composition of this mixture, which closely resembles...
L’Oréal pays homage to Giorgio Armani, a longstanding fragrance partner - Premium Beauty News
On Thursday, September 4, L'Oréal, the French beauty giant, paid tribute with deep sorrow to Italian fashion legend Giorgio Armani, who has passed away at 91. A visionary couturier, Giorgio Armani has built an independent luxury empire, synonymous with timeless sophistication and understated elegance. “Giorgio Armani was, without question, one of the greatest creators of the last hundred years," said Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman, and Nicolas Hieronimus, CEO of L'Oréal Group. "He didn't just...
Cosmetics chain Lush closes UK operations for one day in Gaza protest - Premium Beauty News
British cosmetics chain Lush on Wednesday, September 3, shut down its UK shops, factories and online sales for the day to protest the devastating humanitarian effects of Israel's war in Gaza. The international retailer said it displayed signs reading "stop starving Gaza - we are closed in solidarity" across shuttered shop windows. "Whilst Lush is losing a day of takings, this also means that the UK government is losing a day of tax contributions from Lush and our customers," the company,...
Cosmobeauté Indonesia 2025 returns in October with a focus on sustainability - Premium Beauty News
Cosmobeauté Indonesia, the Indonesia's largest B2B beauty trade exhibition, will return for its 18th edition on 9-11 October 2025 at Hall 5-8, Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE), BSD City. Recognised as a key platform for the aesthetic, beauty, cosmetic, hair, nail, spa, supply chain, and wellness industries, this year's exhibition will feature over 450 exhibiting companies from 16 countries/regions and welcome more than 17,000 professional visitors across 19,500 sqm of exhibition space....
Gerresheimer to spin off moulded glass business ahead of sale - Premium Beauty News
Following a comprehensive strategic review of its global business model, German packaging and medical equipment maker Gerresheimer has announced plans to spin off its moulded glass business for a future sale. The planned divestment marks a key step in Gerresheimer's ongoing transformation into a dedicated systems and solutions provider for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, with a specialized focus on primary packaging and drug delivery systems. Following the acquisition of...
Beiersdorf’s Nivea debuts the first epigenetic serum for the mass market - Premium Beauty News
Nivea is doubling down on its mission to bring high-tech skincare to everyone. After shaking up the market, last year, with a serum designed to fight sugar-related skin damage — putting anti-glycation skin care on the mass market map — the brand is raising the bar again. Its latest launch taps into the science of epigenetics, making it the first serum of its kind to hit the mass market. Named Cellular Epigenetics Rejuvenating Serum, Nivea's latest innovation features Epicelline, an...
Moroccanoil expands U.S. footprint with Ulta Beauty launch - Premium Beauty News
Moroccanoil is expanding its U.S. footprint with Ulta Beauty! As of August 24, the hair and body care brand is now available in 800 Ulta Beauty stores nationwide and on Ulta.com. Until now, Moroccanoil products were primarily found in select premium salons, specialty retailers, spas, and online. "Moroccanoil's expansion into Ulta Beauty marks a powerful next step for the brand," said Carmen Tal, Co-founder of Moroccanoil. "Ulta Beauty shares our values of innovation, inclusivity, and deep...