The Creator Economy Took Center Stage at CreatorIQ’s Connect Summit
Industry experts discussed the future of digital influence and commerce in a burgeoning creator-led ecosystem.
Revealed: The 2023 CEW Beauty Award Winners
What are the best new beauty products of 2023? This year’s CEW Beauty Award Winners were announced today at a luncheon at The Hilton Midtown Hotel in Manhattan.
Two Beauty Editors Raise Funds and Create a Safe Community with Product Sales
Beauty 4 Israel has raised money for humanitarian organizations and has also provided an environment welcoming all who promote peace and stand against antisemitism.
Sephoria Day 1 Live Event Cancelled Due to Flooding
As flash floods shut down entire subway lines in NYC, Sephora’s live event, SEPHORiA: House of Beauty continues its happy dance into the beauty metaverse.
September 28, 2023
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Epres, the Next Wave of Hair Bonders, Enters Goop
Epres has a pedigree that helps it stand out from the bevy of new bond builders entering the booming market.
Ulta Beauty Looks to Stomp Out Negative Self-Talk in its Aisles with The Joy Project
The movement starts with associate training to address customers’ negative self-talk—right in the stores’ aisles. The Joy Study revealed 91% of respondents said counterproductive thoughts is the main culprit denying them happiness.
Exclusive: The Good Patch Announces Collaboration with the Art of Elysium
TikTok Shop Officially Launches: What Beauty Brands Need to Know
The Shop’s out of beta and the algo’s hot for product videos. Beauty brands who sit on TikTok’s virtual retail shelves could see big wins—if they do things right.
Artemis Patrick Named First Female President of Sephora North America, Primed for CEO Spot
The retirement of Sephora North America President and CEO Jean-André Rougeot, set for April 2024, has set off a string of executive announcements, including the promotion of Artemis Patrick to President, and Priya Venkatesh to SVP, Global Merchandising.
Beautycon Readies for LA Festival with Walmart as Retail Partner
After a four-year hiatus, Beautycon readies for a two-day celebratory event kicking off September 16 in Los Angeles. But this time around, Beautycon has a brand-new vision and mission—as well as a partnership with Walmart.
How Gen Z Consumers Are Shaping the In-Store Shopping Experience
A new study identifies four key Gen Z shopper personas—Happily Detached, Resilient Achiever, New Perfect, Ethical Advocate—and what motivates them to shop.