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Beiersdorf partners with two international aid organisations

Earlier this year, Beiersdorf (manufacturer of NIVEA and Elastoplast) pledged to contribute to society’s collective fight against the COVID-19 pandemic by creating an immediate 50 million Euro international aid program in line with “Care Beyond Skin” – Beiersdorf’s commitment to reach beyond its core business of taking care of people’s skin and making a sustainable contribution to people, society and the environment.

As part of this commitment, Beiersdorf has announced it has partnered with two experienced and international aid organisations, Plan International and United Way Worldwide, to offer support and relief in highly affected regions around the globe.

Empowering adolescent girls with Plan International

Worldwide, approximately 767 million girls were forced to leave school due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In partnership with Plan International, Beiersdorf will empower girls’ rights to access education and contribute to the prevention of gender-based violence in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

The focus of the joint actions will be on initiatives in Colombia, Ecuador and Brazil where primarily girls and young women as well as refugees, especially from Venezuela, face increased threats of sexual violence, discrimination and abuse.

Supporting Emerging Markets through partnership with United Way Worldwide

To leverage its contribution and support in the Emerging Markets region, Beiersdorf is partnering with United Way Worldwide (UWW). The partnership will focus on several emerging markets in Africa, Latin America, Middle East, Russia, and South Asia. 

United Way Worldwide has a high expertise in developing programs that support communities through improving their health, education and financial stability. Together, Beiersdorf and United Way Worldwide will reach more than 700,000 people through joint immediate and long-term initiatives that address their specific needs.

L’Oréal Group announces new CEO

L’Oréal’s Board of Directors met on October 14 under the chairmanship of Jean-Paul Agon. Following the recommendations of the Appointments and Governance Committee, the Board decided on new governance and a succession plan at the head of the Group.

As the Company's articles of association do not provide for any exception to the legal retirement age of 65 years, Jean-Paul Agon must hand over his duties as Chief Executive Officer before July 2021. In this context, the Board of Directors announced its intention to dissociate the functions of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

The Board announced its intention to renew Jean-Paul Agon’s mandate as Chairman, a position he has held since 2011, and to appoint Nicolas Hieronimus as Chief Executive Officer.

Nicolas Hieronimus joined L’Oréal 33 years ago and has spent all his career with the Group, in many countries and divisions. He has been Deputy CEO in charge of Divisions since 2017.

These changes will take effect on May 1, 2021 by decision of the Board of Directors at the meeting to be held following the company’s Annual General Meeting on April 20, 2021.

Iconic Australian skincare brand expands into the US

The Jojoba Company, co-founded by Vicki Engsall, announces its global expansion into the United States with the securing of a major retail partnership with leading US e-Commerce enablement platform and retail seller, Pharmapacks.

The expansion sees the strategic alignment with Pharmapacks, a proprietary e-Commerce and tech platform that sells both direct-to-consumer via Pharmapacks.com and through its partner websites, including retail behemoths Amazon and Walmart, to act as the tactical launching pad for The Jojoba Company into the highly competitive US market. 

“We have seen a growing consumer demand for safe, ethical and sustainably sourced products that are formulated with effi cacious and traceable ingredients; something that has always been the pride and joy of what we do. We couldn’t be more thrilled to share our iconic Australian brand with the US, in partnership with Pharmapacks, an iconic platform in their own right” says Engsal.

Together with Pharmapacks, The Jojoba Company is in a strong position to expand its reach beyond Australian shores to make an impactful splash in the US market, while continuing to grow their community and leading the natural skin care pack with their mindful innovation.

For further information or interview requests, please get in touch with Lauren Thomson at SHA PR: lauren@shapr.com.au

La Prairie announces exciting conservation project

La Prairie is delighted to announce an exciting conservation project - La Prairie, in conjunction with the Fondation Beyeler Gallery in Switzerland, will be conducting the art conservation of four valuable Piet Mondrian works over the next two years.

La Prairie’s tireless pursuit of timeless beauty has inspired the house to support initiatives that strive to preserve and promote culture and science through a singular vision of beauty – through the prism of Switzerland.

With this in mind, the House of La Prairie has articulated a deliberate, meaningful Corporate Social Responsibility strategy honouring three areas of focus: Swissness, Science and Art and Culture, that, combined, speak to the house’s commitment to giving back – purposeful, relevant gestures of support and patronage, from Switzerland to the world.

“As a Swiss house, we are particularly proud to support one of Switzerland’s most prestigious cultural institutions. With Fondation Beyeler, we have common values and the purpose to share art from Switzerland to the world. Bringing La Prairie’s support to a project dedicated to preserving iconic works of art from the passing of time gives even more meaning to this collaboration,” said Greg Prodromides, Chief Marketing Officer of La Prairie.

Elaborating on the partnership, Ulrike Erbslöh, Managing Director at Fondation Beyeler said: “Our partnership with La Prairie is a catalyst for innovation, triggering an exciting opportunity for a creative dialogue. Through this patronage, La Prairie and Fondation Beyeler have joined forces for the Piet Mondrian Conservation Project with the aim of highlighting the importance of art conservation. Delivering the highest quality is part of the DNA of Fondation Beyeler. We always aim for perfection. And so does La Prairie.”

You can click here to find out more about this exciting project.

The Concierge Agency welcomes new beauty brand

The Concierge Agency is thrilled to announce it is the new contact for all things Moroccanoil, a luxury hair care and body care brand.

For more information, please contact Jackson Delaney - jackson@theconciergeagency.com.au.

Grown Alchemist launches Aussie support program

Australian beauty brand, Grown Alchemist, has recently launched the Skin Support 2.0 program, which is running for two weeks.

Grown Alchemist acknowledges the compromises Australians have made during this challenging time, which is why it wants to give back in any way it can.

“As we begin to emerge from such a difficult time, Grown Alchemist would like to make sure you do it looking your best – offering the Skin Support program one more time,” the brand said. “The second Skin Support program is designed to provide consumers with the flexibility to choose what they pay, ensuring their skincare always comes first.”

Customers are able to select any product (up to two per item) and tailor their discount percentage given their personal circumstances. Based on need, customers choose from 20%, 35% or 50% off, before checking out with a promo code at www.grownalchemist.com and at www.davidjones.com, in addition to selected David Jones' stores.

NYX Professional Makeup announces new campaign and competition

Get dolled up! NYX Professional Makeup is going live with its Welcome to the Haunted Dollhouse Halloween campaign on October 5, 2020. 

This will be kicked off with a #DollSearchAU makeup competition which will be hosted on @nyxcosmetics_australia. Details of the campaign can be found at here.

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Kiehl’s launches new loyalty program

Kiehl’s has recently launched a new program to reward patrons for their loyalty and express their gratitude for being a part of the Kiehl’s family.

A complete rewards program will be available in store and online that features three tiers of “Kiehl’s Wings” – Silver, Gold to Black Diamond. Each tier rewards patrons based on earning points every time they shop.

Members will be the first to hear about exclusive offers, receive bonus points, birthday surprises and allow them to experience and discover the exciting world of Kiehl’s Since 1851, like never before. More rewards, more to love.

Kiehl’s Rewards is available online and in store. To activate your existing account or signing up to join our Kiehl’s family head to www.kiehls.com.au/kiehls-rewards-overview or visit your neighborhood Kiehl’s Boutique or counter to see one of the friendly Kiehl’s Customer Representatives. 

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Meet the all-new Aussie skincare brand

Say hello to BOOST LAB - the all-new Australian brand set to shake up the serum space, backed by the brains of Skin Physics, Trilogy, and ECOYA.

BOOST LAB’s founding range combines quality and convenience to produce a revolutionary range of single focus treatment serums that put the power of good, healthy skin back in the hands of consumers.

Carefully designed using gold standard problem-solving ingredients the range contains unique actives designed to address seven of the most common skin ailments and concerns, making BOOST LAB the answer to all of our skincare needs.  

Each serum retails at $29.95 and includes: AHA Glow Resurfacing Serum, Multi Peptide Anti-Ageing Serum, Retinol Night Renewal Serum, Vitamin C Brightening Serum, Vitamin B3 Blemish Rescue Serum, 2D Hyaluronic Acid Hydro Boost Serum and Bio-Active Eye Reset Serum.

Click here to view the BOOST LAB brand listing and to download hi-res product images.

Glam by Manicare teams up with fashion icon

Glam by Manicare® merges fashion and beauty with its latest range of makeup brushes in collaboration with fashion icon Bec + Bridge.

The range features textile inspired handles from the Bec + Bridge Anais collection, a colourful and vibrant design which embodies being strong, empowered and having freedom of choice.

Each brush in this collection is made using cruelty-free, super soft and fluffy bristles suitable for liquid, creams and powders to create this season’s must have looks. From dewy skin to a pop of colour, make a statement with these must have brushes for the face, cheeks and eyes. 

The range is on counter mid-September and includes: Foundation Brush $24.95; Powder Brush $27.95; Contour Brush  $22.95; and Eyeshadow Duo $17.95.

Click here to view the range and download hi-res images.

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