June 2026: Top beauty media search trends

Whether you’re part of a media outlet, brand, or PR agency, there’s always value in understanding which stories and topics are capturing the beauty industry’s attention.

Each month brings a fresh wave of trending search terms and most-read articles – and June was no exception.

To gain a clearer picture of what shaped industry interest, let's take a look back at BD’s media insights report* for June.

Top five news stories: 

1. Sephora ANZ appoints new general manager

2. Myer announces Sydney Beauty Hall redevelopment

3. Meet Balmee: The Aussie beauty brand making waves

4. EVENT: BIODERMA celebrates Hydrabio launch

5. body+soul welcomes new digital editor

Top branded search terms:

1. DU'IT
2. Banana Boat
3. Herbal Essences
4. Natio
5. Burt's Bees
6. Nature's Way
7. Azclear Action
8. Hemptuary 
9. Nude by Nature
10. Skinstitut

Top five product search terms:

1. Baby barrier cream
2. Colour correct
3. AHA serum
4. Cleansing oil face
5. Lavender
6. Foundation
7. Hyaluronic acid serum
8. Men's skincare
9. Lip gloss
10. Scalp

*SOURCE: GOOGLE ANALYTICS June 1 - 30, 2026

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