China Cosmetics: China Beauty Industry News & Analysis

Lily & Beauty Swings to Profit Driven by Master Distribution Expansion

Chinese beauty e-commerce partner Lily & Beauty swung to a net profit of 22.52 million yuan in H1 2026, led by strong growth in master distribution.

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Specialty Chemical Giant Ashland Explores Sale Under Shareholder Pressure

Companies & Industry Aug 15

Oriflame Names Former L’Oréal Executive Kenneth Benaim Campbell as CEO

Innovation & New Products Aug 14

Tower 28 Expands Into Complexion Category With Global Foundation Launch

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Amouage Growth Signals Global Shift Toward Middle Eastern Luxury Fragrance

Omani luxury perfumer Amouage achieved $360 million in H1 2026 retail sales, reflecting a broader shift toward Middle Eastern fragrance traditions.

Markets & Trends Aug 15

Nearly 10,000 Beauty Brands Exit Southeast Asia as E-Commerce Competition Shifts

Nearly 10,000 beauty brands exited Shopee in Southeast Asia over one year as tighter compliance and rising ad costs push companies toward localized retail.

Markets & Trends Aug 15

Venture Capital Flows into Beauty Booking Platforms as Independence Surges

Investors are pouring hundreds of millions into salon booking software as independent operators rewrite the beauty industry's economics.

Companies & Industry Aug 15

Lindsay Lohan Prepares Beauty Debut with Linlo Beauty

Actress Lindsay Lohan is launching Linlo Beauty, tapping former ISDIN executive Lara Verdugo as CEO and seeking up to $5 million in early funding.

Markets & Trends Aug 14

Key Beauty Supply Chain and Formulation Trends From Cosmoprof North America

Observations from Cosmoprof North America reveal shifts in overseas contract manufacturing, formula IP ownership, compliance risks, and scalp care technology.

Markets & Trends Aug 14

Retailers Unveil High-Value Beauty Advent Calendars for Holiday 2026

Major beauty retailers and luxury brands are unveiling their 2026 advent calendars, featuring high-value assortments, full-size products, and exclusive edits.

Companies & Industry Aug 14

Townhouse Enters Italy with 40-Salon Franchise Agreement

Luxury nail salon brand Townhouse is expanding into Italy through a 40-unit franchise deal with PRCNX Italia, starting with a flagship location in Milan.

Companies & Industry Aug 12

Estée Lauder and LVMH-Backed Fragrance Brand Vyrao Nears Sale

British wellbeing fragrance brand Vyrao, backed by Estée Lauder and L Catterton, is reportedly closing in on an acquisition deal with a new owner.

Markets & Trends Aug 12

C-Beauty’s Global Expansion Takes Center Stage in Shanghai

The 3rd China Cosmetics Go-Global Conference opens in Shanghai on Aug. 21, covering localization, supply chains and omnichannel growth.

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