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Predictions for 2024: Blockbuster M&A, Wellness’ Second Coming and the Celebrity Beauty Bust

As we head into the new year, a look at what The Business of Beauty has its eye on.

Predictions for 2024: Blockbuster M&A, Wellness’ Second Coming and the Celebrity Beauty Bust

As we head into the new year, a look at what The Business of Beauty has its eye on.


The Best of BoF 2023: Beauty’s Year of Change

In a year that catapulted both Gen-Z and Generation Alpha to the forefront, brands reprioritised omnichannel retail, profitability and extolling value to beauty shoppers.

The Best of BoF 2023: Beauty’s Year of Change

In a year that catapulted both Gen-Z and Generation Alpha to the forefront, brands reprioritised omnichannel retail, profitability and extolling value to beauty shoppers.


How Ozempic Changed the Face of Beauty

Famed for speedy weight loss, the effects of the prescription-only drug are now shifting beauty standards.

How Ozempic Changed the Face of Beauty

Famed for speedy weight loss, the effects of the prescription-only drug are now shifting beauty standards.


The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame

Welcome to Haul of Fame, a weekly roundup of the biggest beauty moments of the week, why they matter … and why some of them might not, even though they sure are gorgeous.

The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame

Welcome to Haul of Fame, a weekly roundup of the biggest beauty moments of the week, why they matter … and why some of them might not, even though they sure are gorgeous.


Goop Launches Mass Market Beauty and Wellness Brand

Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle label is introducing an accessibly priced beauty line at Target and Amazon.

Goop Launches Mass Market Beauty and Wellness Brand

Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle label is introducing an accessibly priced beauty line at Target and Amazon.


Farfetch to Sell Violet Grey

The luxury marketplace acquired the cult beauty retailer less than two years ago, but is now exiting the category.

Farfetch to Sell Violet Grey

The luxury marketplace acquired the cult beauty retailer less than two years ago, but is now exiting the category.


Menstrual Care Brands Get Political

For years, beauty and wellness lines have been awash with socio political messaging. Menstrual care brands like August and The Honey Pot are the latest to take a stand, advocating for period equity with The Tampon Tax Back Coalition.

Menstrual Care Brands Get Political

For years, beauty and wellness lines have been awash with socio political messaging. Menstrual care brands like August and The Honey Pot are the latest to take a stand, advocating for period equity with The Tampon Tax Back Coalition.


Inside Sephora’s Attempt to Bring Back the Beauty Festival

The beauty festival space flatlined when Covid-19 restricted large in-person events. This year, a number return, including Sephoria, which makes the case that the experiential event is back and better than ever.

Inside Sephora’s Attempt to Bring Back the Beauty Festival

The beauty festival space flatlined when Covid-19 restricted large in-person events. This year, a number return, including Sephoria, which makes the case that the experiential event is back and better than ever.


How Much Would You Pay to Live Forever?

“Longevity” has become beauty’s latest buzzword for everything from topical moisturizers and supplements to herbal infusions and MRIs.

How Much Would You Pay to Live Forever?

“Longevity” has become beauty’s latest buzzword for everything from topical moisturizers and supplements to herbal infusions and MRIs.


This Fashion Month, Let’s Take Care of Ourselves First

Post-Covid, people across fashion are seeking alternatives to the pressure and expectations that come from working in such a fast-paced industry, writes Imran Amed.

This Fashion Month, Let’s Take Care of Ourselves First

Post-Covid, people across fashion are seeking alternatives to the pressure and expectations that come from working in such a fast-paced industry, writes Imran Amed.


What Investors Are Looking for in a Beauty Start-Up

Private equity shops and venture capitalists are being more discerning with their dollars and yet capital is still critical for emerging brands seeking to stand out in a competitive landscape.

What Investors Are Looking for in a Beauty Start-Up

Private equity shops and venture capitalists are being more discerning with their dollars and yet capital is still critical for emerging brands seeking to stand out in a competitive landscape.


Who Will Buy Amyris’ Brands?

The bankrupt biotech manufacturer-turned-beauty conglomerate has put Biossance, Jonathan Van Ness’ JVN and other lines up for sale. Is anyone buying?

Who Will Buy Amyris’ Brands?

The bankrupt biotech manufacturer-turned-beauty conglomerate has put Biossance, Jonathan Van Ness’ JVN and other lines up for sale. Is anyone buying?