Beauty News

Gigi Hadid's beauty influence just went up a notch

Models at NYFW wore a thick clean braid remnant of a look Gigi posted on Instagram back in June.

10 brands with extreme mascaras

These 10 brands will leave lashes fluttering with that extra volume we’re all after.

Sept 9, 2019: Elisabeth King reports on this week’s business news

Alibaba acquires rival Kaola for US$2 billion; Japanese print giant buys BASF's global pigments business for AU$1.86 billion; Experienced Capital takes 41 per cent stake in French beauty retailer and clean beauty brand; and Brazilian beauty titan purchases e-commerce platform Beleza na Web.

Spring to it: What's on the beauty radar this season

The openings, launches and events to keep on your radar over the coming months.

New documentary calls for sustainable palm oil practices

The BBC's latest film calls on consumers to put pressure on brands to come clean about their palm oil supply chain.

IRYNA by Nutrimetics Launch Event

To coincide with National Relaxation Day, Nutrimetics invited media and influencers to celebrate the launch of their new A-beauty vegan little sister brand, IRYNA.

Leonard Lauder to pen memoir

The chairman emeritus of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is publishing a book about his life.

Beauty 101: Hair removal

From disposable razors and shaving creams to waxes and aftercare treatments, these products will leave skin smooth, soft and of course, hair-free.

John Frieda appoints Roxy Jacenko as ambassador

The twelve-month exclusive hair partnership will begin with the launch of John Frieda's new Violet Crush Intense Purple Shampoo.

Tried & tested: On counter September

The BD team road-tests all the new and noteworthy products hitting stores this September.

Why beauty mergers and acquisitions are set to slow down

Gone are the boom days of 2016-2018 when the flow of M&As seemed constant, and it appears there's a few reasons for that.

Beiersdorf launches new unit for indie brands

The new business unit, which will strengthen existing brands, will also serve as an innovation cell for new concepts.

Sales soar for Australian beauty brand with Afterpay

One brand is reaping the rewards of this new way of spending.

The body care range leaving 100% of triallers with soft, smooth skin

Here are the results from a recent beautyheaven DermaVeen Trial Team.

10 brands for cool-girl curls

From newly released tools and brushes to creams and treatments, these products will provide the ultimate cool curls we are lusting over this spring and summer season.

Sept 2, 2019: Elisabeth King reports on this week’s business news

Revlon seeks buyers for entire business; Coty to exit Younique; Ulta Beauty posts double digit growth but warns against slowdown; and IPSOS tracks impact of major beauty trends.

Brand hires pet influencers as part of new campaign

Hourglass Cosmetics has partnered with influencers and their furry friends in a bid to stop cruelty-free beauty.

Zoë Foster Blake announces new brand

The mother-of-two looks set to launch a range of kids' bath and body products.

Beauty 101: Celeb fragrances

From sports stars and fashion designers to pop princesses and YouTubers, these celebrities have cemented their name in the world of fragrance.

Tried & tested: Charcoal

Over the last few years, charcoal has quickly become a staple in many beauty routines. Here are some of the charcoal products that are currently making waves in the BD office.

Zendaya to star in first beauty commercial

The singer and actress signed on as Lancôme’s newest global ambassador earlier this year.

The importance of beauty product reviews in 2019

Plus the tips to keep in mind when embarking on a product review plan of action.

10 brands for a well-groomed male

With Father’s Day quickly approaching, these 10 brands have the males in your life covered.

Aug 26, 2019: Elisabeth King reports on this week’s business news

Net sales at Estée Lauder reach US$14.86 billion; Givaudan continues shopping spree with buyout of Fragrance Oils; high percentages of young Australians suffer from stress, anxiety and panic attacks; and South Korean beauty device market to hit US$1.43 billion.

The lowdown on beauty product reviews

This week, a handful of articles have been published that observe the effectiveness of user reviews.

Charlotte Tilbury wins infringement battle

The celebrity makeup artist has won her legal battle against Aldi for copycat line.

Beauty 101: At-home hair colour

BD rounds up 10 products lending a helping hand with DIY hair colouring.

Actress launches Gen Z beauty line

2019 is undoubtedly the year of the celebrity beauty line.

Tried & tested: On counter August

The BD team road-tests all the new and noteworthy products hitting stores this August.

Libertine Parfumerie teams up with Myer

The boutique will offer a carefully curated range of cult fragrance and displays.

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