At CEW today, we turn the indie spotlight on Courtney Shields, social media maven and co-founder of DIBS Beauty. This week, the range debuted its first branded endcap at 300-plus Ulta Beauty stores across the country. “Shields has cultivated a community that trusts her for more than just product — they count on her for real talk and real solutions,” writes CEW reporter Amber Katz, who sat down with Shields to discuss the evolution of the brand.

To mark International Women’s Day on Saturday, the United Nations (UN)’s theme for the day is “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” At itbriefasia.com, three female leaders in the tech space make a call for equity in the sector in 2025.

In breaking news, the L’Oréal Groupe has tapped Damien Favre as President of the L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Division (LDB) for the North America Zone. Previously, Favre headed up the Consumer Products Division (CPD) in L’Oréal’s Latin America Zone. In other executive updates, Lisa Marx has been appointed President of Maria Nila’s North American division. “I am honored to lead the charge in growing this incredible brand across North America, focusing on building strong partnerships, empowering stylists, and inspiring consumers,” Marx, former President at KEVIN.MURPHY, shared on LinkedIn. Meanwhile, the digital frontline workplace WorkJam has appointed Diane Randolph, Ulta Beauty’s past Chief Information Officer, to the company’s board of directors.

On the launch front, Louis Vuitton has unveiled its first-ever makeup collection, La Beauté Louis Vuitton, coming this fall. Veteran makeup artist Pat McGrath is the range’s Creative Director of Cosmetics. Speaking of designer makeup brands, Prada is hosting the “Prada Picnic”, a pop-up in Covent Garden, London, this weekend. The immersive experience will highlight the Paradoxe Eau de Parfum and Astral Pink Optimizing Lip Care. Meanwhile, in Milan, Amazon has opened its first retail store in Italy, Amazon Parafarmacia & Beauty.

In other news, Dyson’s new supersonic “r” hair dryer will go on sale on April 2. Billed as Dyson’s most powerful and lightweight hair dryer to date, its “r” shape is designed to make it 20% smaller and 30% lighter than the OG supersonic.

Read more about these and other news stories by clicking on the links below.

Courtney Shields On The Success Of DIBS Beauty. The social media maven and brand co-founder sits down with CEW. (CEW)

Female Tech Leaders Call For Equity. To mark International Women’s Day and the United Nations (UN)’s theme for the day, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality, Empowerment,” itbriefasia.com talks to three female leaders in the tech space. (IT BRIEF ASIA)

L’Oréal Groupe Taps Damien Favre As President L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Division (LDB) for the North America Zone. Favre formerly led the Consumer Products Division (CPD) in L’Oréal’s Latin America Zone. (PR NEWSWIRE)

Lisa Marx Appointed President of Maria Nila’s North American Division. “Thrilled to announce that I am joining Maria Nila as the President of North America. Maria Nila is a brand that embodies sustainability, innovation, and care for both the planet and people,” said Marx. (MARIA NILA, VIA LINKED IN)

Louis Vuitton Unveils Its First Makeup Range. Pat McGrath will be the house’s first cosmetics creative director. (WWD)

Prada Beauty To Host ‘Prada Picnic’. The brand will host an immersive London pop-up in Covent Garden this weekend. (COSMETICS BUSINESS)

First Amazon Store Opens In Italy. Amazon Parafarmacia & Beauty has opened its doors in Milan. (GLOBAL COSMETICS NEWS)

Dyson Drops New Supersonic R Hair Dryer. The supersonic r hair dryer releases on April 2, with attachments for all hair types. (INDEPENDENT)