The Challenges Indie Brands Face Moving From Direct-To-Consumer To Retail Distribution

In this edition of Beauty Independent’s ongoing series posing questions to beauty entrepreneurs, we ask 12 brand founders and executives: When did you make the leap from direct-to-consumer distribution to the retail channel, and what were hurdles you...

Six Key Factors To Think About When Selecting A Logistics Partner

When it started in 2016, Vegamour was structured to handle logistics in-house. Its hero product was an eyelash growth serum in a small tube, and it could send out up to 1,000 orders a day at $2.50...

Three Critical Steps For Bringing A Beauty Product To Market

Before brands forecast finances, settle on channel strategies and venture out into the market, Elena DiGiovanni, strategy and corporate development specialist at Beauty Independent parent company Indie Beauty Media Group, recommends they ponder the following question: “Who do...

Can Beauty Move The Future Forward? A Cosmic Guide For January 2021

At the beginning of 2020, our top goals seemed aligned. We had set expectations for the year. Then, it was nothing like we expected. The main themes of 2020 were disruptive awakenings and...

Leading Retail Brands On 2020 Pivots And 2021 Forecasts Amid Uncertainty

This year has been unlike any other, creating unforeseen challenges for entrepreneurs, from supply chain shortages and soaring unemployment to a work-from-home revolution and e-commerce boom. Persistent questions about the effects of the pandemic and economic...

Beauty Brand Founders Share What They Think Will Be Important Trends In 2021

In this edition of Beauty Independent’s ongoing series posing questions to beauty entrepreneurs, we ask 37 founders and executives: What indie beauty trends do you think will be big in 2021?