Move Over Cleanical: Medical-Grade Organic Products Could Be The Next Big Wave In Skincare

Coming out of the pandemic, which propelled people to think hard about all facets of their health, interest in natural and organic skincare that’s also results-oriented and safe has escalated. The merging of these qualities led to the...

Sephora UK’s VP Of Global Merchandising On How Brands Fail And Flourish At The Retailer

According to Nigel Lawmon, VP of global merchandising for haircare at Sephora UK, brands that fail to gain momentum at Sephora tend to share one thing in common: T

If Beauty Is Doing So Great, Why Do Many Indie Beauty Brands Feel Like They’re Struggling?

In recent weeks, there’s been a deluge of media coverage attempting to decipher why Americans are sour on the United States economy when a slew of economic indicators, including unemployment, gross domestic product growth, job creation,...

“Bargain Basement”: The Beauty Industry Reacts To THG’s Biossance Acquisition

Biossance, the brand that raised awareness of Amyris’s lab-brewed squalane, has found a new home. THG Beauty, also known as The Hut Group, snapped up the brand for $20 million in...

What Will Be The “It” Beauty Look Of 2024?

In a recent episode of the “Fat Mascara” podcast, co-hosts Jennifer Sullivan and Jessica Matlin discussed The New York Times article, “Why Culture Has Come To A Standstill.” Written by Jason Farago, the article asks,...

Bridge Mentorship Helps Brands Understand The Cautious Mindset Of Today’s CPG Investors

Investors have shifted from focusing on growth to focusing on profitability and brands that can prove their potential, but many beauty entrepreneurs still haven’t adjusted to the practical mindset. “Today, everybody wants...