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Buyer Product Manufacturing & Packaging (AE710322) - Premium Beauty News
Arthur Edward Salary: €65-70,000 Are you an experienced B2B Buyer with commercial acumen and a passion for products? Can you oversee and optimise all aspects of end-to-end product development? Joining a global brand leader, you will procure primary packaging and contract manufacturing services, to deliver high quality products that delight consumers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage supplier relationships to ensure optimal sourcing decisions that support...
Director of Operations EMEA (AE667654) - Premium Beauty News
Arthur Edward Salary: £80-110,000 Are you an impressive Operations leader who fosters high-performing teams? Do you thrive under pressure and juggle multiple, complex projects with ease? Join one of the fastest-growing independent beauty brands, renowned for its innovative products and exceptional growth trajectory. This role is critical in driving operational efficiency across the EMEA region, enhancing customer satisfaction, and supporting the brand's rapid global expansion. The...
Trends: What’s new on the nail market? - Premium Beauty News
Driven by the influence of social media, the growth of home solutions and the rising demand for higher-end nail care products and healthier formulations, the nail market has become a dynamic innovation playground for brands and suppliers. Here is an overview. According to Kantar Worldpanel, 15.8% of French people aged 15+ purchased at least one nail polish product over the past year, which means 8.3 million people spent €12.6 in a year on average in this market. “On the global scale,...
CPL Aromas and Rocambolesc team up for a multisensory experience - Premium Beauty News
Exhibiting at the2025 edition of the Barcelona Perfumery Congress (June 18th and 19th), UK-headquartered fragrance house CPL Aromas partnered with Rocambolesc, a world-renowned ice cream shop created by pastry chef Jordi Roca and Ale Rivas. During the two-day event, CPL Aromas' stand turned stand into a playful ice cream shop where visitors could discover The Ice Lab fragrance collection, with each scent specially paired with signature Rocambolesc nose-shaped popsicles, which could be...
Innovative Beauty Group boosts creative capabilities with Centdegrés acquisition - Premium Beauty News
The design and branding agency, founded in 1988 by David Nitlich and Elie Papiernik, has joined the portfolio of Innovative Beauty Group (IBG), a global provider of turnkey cosmetic solutions. Based in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and India, Centdegrés is recognized for its expertise in developing brands, products, and retail spaces for the masstige, prestige, and luxury markets. Its clients include major French and international players such as LVMH, Cartier, Lacoste, Lafuma, Dyptique,...
"To innovate in perfumery is to stand out," Amaury Roquette, dsm-firmenich - Premium Beauty News
With 700 million euros invested in R&D and three to five new fragrance molecules launched each year, whether natural ingredients, synthetic molecules, or biotechnology-derived molecules, dsm-firmenich has made innovation a cornerstone of its strategy. We spoke to Amaury Roquette, President of Ingredients, Perfumery & Beauty, and Wessel-Jan Kos, Master Perfumer, on the occasion of the 2025 International Exhibition of raw materials for perfumery (SIMPPAR), held in early June in Paris....
Senior Operations Manager (AE714979B) - Premium Beauty News
Arthur Edward Salary: £65-80,000 Can you skilfully juggle multiple, complex projects without losing an eye for detail? Do you thrive under pressure and enjoy overcoming challenges? Join a fast-growing, award-winning beauty and wellness brand in this wide-ranging role. You'll oversee supply chain, logistics, and compliance operations, playing a critical role in scaling efficiently across UK and international markets in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Key...
Berlin Packaging expands in beauty with the acquisition of Cosmei - Premium Beauty News
Berlin Packaging continues its expansions and strengthens its beauty and cosmetics portfolio with the acquisition of Cosmei, an Italian company known for its agile, design-driven approach. Founded by Michele Cicchetti and headquartered in Bagnolo Cremasco, in Italy's Cosmetic Valley, Cosmei has carved out a distinctive niche in the indie, prestige and masstige segments. In addition to its Italian headquarters, Cosmei operates a sourcing office in Guangzhou, China, fostering strategic...
US beauty retail giant Ulta snaps up UK’s high street chain Space NK - Premium Beauty News
U.S. cosmetics chain retailer Ulta Beauty announced on Thursday, July 10, its entry into the British market with its purchase of high street chain Space NK from Manzanita Capital. Already established in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Ulta Beauty is making its first move in Europe with the acquisition of British retailer Space NK. The financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. Alongside its recent agreement with the Alshaya Group to open its first stores in the...
Kemchain aims to meet the need for innovative regulatory compliance tools - Premium Beauty News
Fueled by the constant search for new raw materials, fragrances, and packaging — and driven by rising consumer demand for innovation — the perfume and cosmetics industry is in continuous evolution. However, over the past decade, sweeping regulatory changes have reshaped the industry, greatly increasing both the volume and complexity of data to manage — a challenge amplified today by sustainability demands and Europe's Green Deal framework. Subject to stringent regulations that are...
Symrise subsidiary SFA Neroli opens a new fragrance campus in Grasse - Premium Beauty News
Symrise subsidiary SFA Neroli inaugurated last week its new Fragrance Campus in Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne, near Grasse, in the South of France. Creative and industrial hub The newly opened facility covers an area of 10,000 square meters. The aim is to build on the creative expertise resulting from the recent merger of the local fragrance houses — SFA Romani, Créations & Parfums, and Floressence — which formed SFA Neroli following the acquisition of SFA Romani and Neroli by Symrise in...
Pennelli Faro’s innovative Futura Avant Lab design awarded at MakeUp in Paris - Premium Beauty News
The Italian manufacturer of cosmetic brushes has been awarded at the MakeUp in Paris Awards 2025 in the “Accessories” category for its Futura Avant Lab, a new brush concept based on 3D printing and innovative design. “Futura Avant Lab represents the perfect fusion of innovative design, ergonomic comfort, and advanced functionality—a true manifesto for future-ready applicators,” says Pennelli Faro. Engineered for the next-gen makeup era, the concept brush features sleek and modern shapes...
Three more states vote to require textured hair education in cosmetology schools - Premium Beauty News
Over the last eight weeks, Washington, Vermont, and Maine signed legislation into law requiring the inclusion of textured hair (defined as curly, coily, and wavy hair) education in all cosmetology schools in each respective state, going into effect over the next 12 months. Several states have passed similar legislation since 2021, including California, Minnesota, Connecticut, Louisiana and New York. Policymakers who championed the bill were supported by the Textured Education Collective...
Trusted Arnault associate Michael Burke named as LVMH Americas head - Premium Beauty News
Leading luxury group LVMH has named Michael Burke, a close adviser to CEO Bernard Arnault and formerly chairman and CEO at Louis Vuitton, as head of its North and South American unit, according to an internal memo seen by AFP on Tuesday, July 8. Burke, 68, who cut his teeth at Arnault Group's investment division, will head LVMH Americas, having held several senior management posts, notably with Bulgari, Dior and Fendi. The Franco-American has spent more than four decades working with...
g.pivaudran unveils low-carbon aluminum offer for sustainable luxury packaging - Premium Beauty News
This is one of the avenues being explored by aluminum stamping specialists to overcome the aesthetic challenges encountered with recycled aluminum: using virgin aluminum produced with carbon-free energy. At the Édition Spéciale by Luxe Pack trade show, held July 1–2, 2025, at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, g.pivaudran showcased a groundbreaking low-carbon aluminum that matches the finish quality of traditional aluminum while significantly reducing its environmental impact — a timely...
Trends: Fruity notes are sweeping through perfume launches - Premium Beauty News
Pervasive at the 2025 edition of Esxence, fruit notes quite literally invaded the olfactory landscape of niche perfumery and beyond. This trend, which emerged after the health crisis has fully established itself this year, driven, among other things, by the vibrant, joyful, and nostalgic appeal of fruity notes. Their current success in perfumery largely stems from an enriched ingredient palette, enhanced by greater naturalness, enabling a revitalised approach to their composition. Perfumers...
L’Oréal partners with Albéa Tubes for its new Cool Silver range - Premium Beauty News
L'Oréal has entrusted Albéa Tubes for the packaging of its new Cool Silver range. The new Grey Sublimating Treatment corrects yellow hues and strengthens the fiber of weakened dark grey hair. The ready-to-use, reusable treatment is enriched with Cool Silver pigments to neutralize unwanted highlights and ceramide for visibly healthier hair. L'Oréal has selected the (RE)flex sleeve with a 40 mm diameter for its premium high-gloss, metallic finish. Aligned with L'Oréal strong commitments and...
Fragrance innovation: Chanel debuts primer for Gabrielle collection - Premium Beauty News
Just in time for the summer, Chanel has unveiled the Gabrielle Chanel Fragrance Primer. The base is designed to prepare the skin for perfume, moisturizing it while enhancing the floral notes of any of the house's four Gabrielle Chanel Eau de Parfums. “Just as a couturière prepares the toile that will bring her garment to life, the Fragrance Primer prepares the skin for fragrance,” said Chanel in a release. The Fragrance Primer is designed to be applied directly to the skin, on areas where...
Parfex inaugurates its new creation center in Grasse - Premium Beauty News
The French fragrance house, a subsidiary of the Croda group, inaugurated its brand new Creation Center in Grasse, southern France, in June. The company is also celebrating 40 years of expertise. On June 12, 2025, Parfex celebrated a major milestone in its history with the official inauguration of its brand-new Creation Center in Grasse. More than 150 guests attended the event, including local officials, long-standing partners, industry representatives, and employees. The celebration also...
GEKA expands global footprint with major investments on Brazil site - Premium Beauty News
GEKA, a leader in beauty application solutions, is set to expand its global footprint with strategic investments across its facility in Brazil. These targeted developments aim to enhance production capacity, streamline processes, and bring innovative technologies to the beauty industry. “Last week we officially opened GEKA's second unit in Brazil. After 10 years of operation in the country, we are preparing for the growth of the market and our customers, bringing more innovation, quality...
Brazil ends registration requirement for artisanal cosmetics and perfumes - Premium Beauty News
In Brazil, artisanal cosmetics, perfumes, and personal hygiene products will soon be exempt from registration with the National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa), as established by Law 15,154. The law was enacted by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and published in the Diário Oficial da União on Tuesday, July 1. This move is the result of a bill (PL) 281/2022, originally presented to the Federal Senate (PLS) 331/2016 by former Senator Cidinho Santos (MT). The new legislation aims to...
Reformulations, repacking and launches: a new dynamic for Qiriness - Premium Beauty News
Founded in 2004 by Mi-Ryung Beilvert, Qiriness opened a new chapter in its story in October 2023, when it was purchased by the LaP group headed by Gilles Nouailhetas and Jean-Marie Total. The new owners deployed an ambitious recovery plan designed to clarify the brand's identity, reassert its skincare expertise, and highlight its sensorial nature with immersive experiences inspired from Korean spa rituals, with a view to boost its development on the global scale. Right after the...
Taiki pioneers advanced galenics through the use of soluble nanofibres - Premium Beauty News
At MakeUp in Paris, the beauty packaging specialist — known for its sponges, brushes, and applicators — introduced an innovative galenic format based on solid and soluble nanofibre technology. At MakeUp in Paris (18 and 19 June 2025), Taiki highlighted galenics designed using a patented ball electrospinning process, the Bōshi nanofiber technology. The introduction of this technology to the skincare market is the result of a joint venture between Taiki Group and South African company...
A “fuzzy agenda”: How can beauty align sustainability and competitiveness? - Premium Beauty News
Sustainability is firmly on the European agenda but beauty will have to sharpen focus on innovation and investment for industry to transition competitively, say experts. In December 2019, the European Commission published its European Green Deal – a programme designed to shape Europe into becoming the first climate neutral, circular and clean tech economy in the world by 2050. Fast forward six years and businesses across the continent were working hard on transitioning to fulfil these...
Neo Heliopan 310: Symrise’s new high UVB absorption filter - Premium Beauty News
The Germany-based manufacturer completes its range of sun protection solutions with Neo Heliopan 310, a new organic crystalline UVB filter that offers superior absorption capacity, excellent solubility and high compatibility in a wide range of personal care and beauty formulations. The latest addition to Symrise's UV filter portfolio is an organic UV filter with superior absorption capacity. Dubbed Neo Heliopan 310 it reaches an absorption peak of 310 nm due to its three chromophore...
"Product innovation needs anticipation," says Alexandra Joneaux, Twelve - Premium Beauty News
In a beauty and luxury market where visual communication and digital engagement have become central, the New York-based company has established itself as a key player in the design of branded objects and accessories. Specializing in the creation of products with a strong emotional impact, Twelve NYC no longer simply responds to briefs, but "anticipates, proposes, and integrates itself at the heart of brand strategies seeking meaning and differentiation," explains Alexandra Joneaux, Senior...
dsm-firmenich names Jonathan Simon as new President of Fine Fragrance - Premium Beauty News
dsm-firmenich has announced Jonathan Simon as the President of its Fine Fragrance business, effective July 1, 2025. Mr. Simon — who is currently vice president, Procter & Gamble account — succeeds Jerry Vittoria who will retire from the company on July 1, 2026, after 35 years. Mr. Vittoria has headed dsm-firmenich's Fine Fragrance business since 2017. The handover between Vittoria and Simon will happen over the coming year, through a well-structured and orchestrated transition...
Henkel appoints Rajat Agarwal as North America President - Premium Beauty News
The manufacturer of the Schwarzkopf, Authentic Beauty Concept and Syoss hair care brands has named Rajat Agarwal as President of its North America region, succeeding Pernille Lind Olsen, who will be seeking new opportunities in her home country of Denmark. Based at Henkel's North America Adhesive Technologies Packaging headquarters in Bridgewater, NJ, Mr Agarwal also serves as Corporate Vice President, Packaging, Henkel Adhesive Technologies. He joined Henkel in 1997 as a Research Scientist...
Gotha Cosmetics scoops the “Ocean Beauty” award at MakeUp in Paris 2025 - Premium Beauty News
At the latest edition of MakeUp in Paris, held June 18–19 at the Carrousel du Louvre, the Italian makeup manufacturer was honored with the 2025 IT (Innovation & Trends) Award in the newly introduced 'Ocean Beauty' category. The award honors innovations developed using marine-based ingredients or materials. Award winning innovation In this cross-category award, Gotha Cosmetics' Waterburst Dazzle Top Coat was recognized for its innovative blend of marine ingredients, luxurious sensory...
Perfumes and cosmetics drive new luxury growth strategies - Premium Beauty News
Amid a slowdown in sales and the unprecedented phenomenon of “luxury fatigue,” the industry is rapidly evolving, according to a KPMG study published on Wednesday, July 2nd. At the forefront of luxury brands' new growth strategies are the expansion of product offerings — especially in perfumes and cosmetics — and the creation of highly personalized retail experiences. These initiatives are complemented by a stronger focus on sustainability, responsible practices, and the adoption of advanced...
GenZ-focused fragrance brand Dossier opens first flagship boutique in NYC - Premium Beauty News
Dossier is finally able to offer a brick-and-mortar retail space for customers eager to test and smell their products before shopping. The brand has opened its first flagship boutique in NoLita, New York, located at 242 Elizabeth Street. The new store features the brand's full catalog across the Dossier Impressions, Dossier Originals and Dossier Home lines. "This boutique has been years in the making," says Sergio Tache, Founder & CEO of Dossier. "We've had such an amazing response to...
Hyléance Beauté and 900.care extend their collaboration with a PP roll-on - Premium Beauty News
The brand specializing in personal care formulas in anhydrous tablets is continuing its partnership with French packaging provider Hyléance (formerly Rovip). 900.care has chosen the puRe Roll-on from Hyléance's puRe standard range for the deodorant part of their new collection developed for major mass retailers and e-commerce platforms. The puRe Roll-on won over 900.care for its low plastic content, impermeability, durability and of course its design. Hyléance adapted the concept with a...
Bormioli Luigi recreates an icon: two striking new takes on the Berger lamp - Premium Beauty News
For 125 years, Maison Berger Paris has been faithful to its creative tradition. Each year, a new selection of lamps, candles and home fragrance diffusers hits the market with original designs and daring collaborations. For 2025, the brand has continued its historic partnership with Italian glassmaker Bormioli Luigi for two exclusive collections. Maison Berger has entrusted Bormioli Luigi with the development of the Echo and Cosy catalytic lamps, from the glass shapes to overseeing the...
L’Oréal to acquire professional haircare brand Color Wow - Premium Beauty News
L'Oréal said on Monday, June 30, it had signed an agreement to acquire professional haircare brand Color Wow. The French cosmetics giant seeks to tap rapid growth in premium hair products. Founded in 2013 by Gail Federici, Color Wow, based in the US and UK, offers a unique range of products that have gained a loyal and devoted following amongst stylists, media and consumers alike. Color Wow provides a wide range of solutions to solve a variety of hair problems – including frizz-control,...
In a decelerating luxury market, sustainable packaging is taking center stage - Premium Beauty News
Weighed down by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, the global luxury market is projected to face a marked slowdown in 2025—potentially its most severe in 15 years. While the long-term outlook remains optimistic, the sector must adapt through innovation and reinvention. In response, brands are accelerating the shift toward packaging that is not only greener but also smarter, found a study by Bain & Company and Fedrigoni. The global luxury industry is bracing for what could...
Tradeshows: Beauty Expo rebrands as Beautyworld Taipei - Premium Beauty News
Taiwan's longest-running beauty trade show has been rebranded as Beautyworld Taipei, with the goal of further leveraging Messe Frankfurt's B2B ties within its established global Beautyworld network and enhancing its presence in Taiwan's beauty and wellness sector. Co-organised by UDN.COM and the Messe Frankfurt Group, the next edition of the event is set to take place from 20-23 March 2026 at the Taipei World Trade Center. The event will feature an international lineup of exhibitors, along...
Texen manufactures the cap of Marc Jacobs’ Daisy Wild Eau So Intense - Premium Beauty News
One year after the successful launch of Daisy Wild, Marc Jacobs Fragrances expands the iconic collection with Daisy Wild Eau So Intense. Once again, Coty turned to the expertise of Texen Group to meet the creative and technical challenges of this new cap. The Daisy Wild Eau So Intense Marc Jacobs cap stands out with its bright, energetic colors, enhanced by gradient pad printing on each flower. “This innovative process highlights the refined metallization of the flower centers and the cap...
Perfect Corp: AI and 3D tech for increasingly accurate skin diagnosis - Premium Beauty News
A pioneer of Augmented Reality technologies, Perfect Corp now meets the demand for customized skincare recommendations with a range of solutions based on Artificial Intelligence. On the Web, with an app or in stores, high-definition skin diagnosis is becoming key in the relationship between brands and consumers. Following the example of virtual makeup tests, in-depth skin diagnosis based on digital technologies is getting widely used in skincare. Through this approach, brands can determine...
European beauty braces for “regulatory tsunami,” says Cosmetics Europe - Premium Beauty News
Waves of regulatory change will hit Europe's beauty sector over the next two years as the European Commission updates and simplifies processes to sharpen competition, and industry is calling for clarity and certainty as change unfolds. This year across Europe, the beauty industry must brace for regulatory change. The European Commission is currently evaluating the existing framework of the EU Cosmetic Products Regulation and will communicate findings at the end of 2026, potentially leading...
"Product innovation starts with anticipation," says Alexandra Joneaux, Twelve - Premium Beauty News
In a beauty and luxury market where visual communication and digital engagement have become central, the New York-based company has established itself as a key player in the design of branded objects and accessories. Specializing in the creation of products with a strong emotional impact, Twelve NYC no longer simply responds to briefs, but "anticipates, proposes, and integrates itself at the heart of brand strategies seeking meaning and differentiation," explains Alexandra Joneaux, Senior...