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Estée Lauder Companies and Puig ended merger talks, a deal long in discussion but complicated by Charlotte Tilbury's renegotiation leverage and Puig ownership dynamics. Lauder said it remains confident in standalone growth, and the breakup follows Tilbury’s evolving role. Lauder’s stronger financial position and solid results helped drive the decision, with Lauder stock rising after hours and Puig slightly down on the news.
As GLP-1 weight-loss drugs grow popular, some users experience temporary hair shedding, prompting a new wave of at-home hair-care products and scalp treatments. The trend is rising quickly: roughly 13% of U.S. adults use GLP-1 meds, with projections of 25 million on them by 2030, and Circana finds GLP-1 households spend more on beauty. Brands from Ulta to Redken, Nutrafol, and KeraFactor are expanding targeted offerings, while doctors note hair recovery varies and depends on nutrition and time, suggesting consumer loyalty as results take months to appear.
Gen X (born 1965–1980) is becoming the beauty market’s top spender, projected to lead global beauty spend through 2033 and to account for about 25% of beauty dollars as skincare, anti-aging, and wellness trends resonate with them. With high brand loyalty and a prime spending phase, they’re driving growth in skincare, haircare, and makeup, prompting Ulta, Sephora, and others to tailor products and experiences—including menopause-focused offerings and curated service—to meet this influential cohort, which often buys for both parents and children.
The men's makeup market is rapidly growing, driven by Gen Z's openness and social media influence, with brands shifting towards gender-neutral products as societal perceptions of masculinity evolve, making men's beauty a lucrative and expanding sector.
The year 2025 in beauty culture was marked by extremes, including a push for low-maintenance looks that require high-maintenance treatments, a broadening of beauty standards to include non-human entities like dogs, increased transparency and normalization of cosmetic procedures among celebrities, and a cultural shift towards embracing natural body hair, notably pubic hair, as a form of body positivity and self-expression.
Selena Gomez publicly defended Hailey Bieber after viral comments about not feeling inspired by other beauty brands, emphasizing that there is room for everyone in the industry and urging kindness among women, amidst recent social media drama.
The European Union has banned the use of gel nail polishes containing the chemical TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide), which is used to harden and extend the durability of gel manicures, affecting salons across its 27 member countries starting September 1, 2025.
Leonard Lauder, a legendary figure in the beauty industry and the driving force behind Estée Lauder's global success, has died at age 92. He was renowned for his innovative leadership, passion for product and branding, and his contributions to art collecting, notably donating his Cubist collection to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Lauder's vision and mentorship shaped the prestige beauty business and left a lasting legacy in both industry and art.
Leonard A. Lauder, a legendary figure in the cosmetics industry and former Chairman of Estée Lauder, passed away at age 92. He was instrumental in transforming the company into a global beauty leader, launching iconic brands and expanding internationally. Lauder was also a passionate philanthropist, art collector, and advocate for cancer and Alzheimer's research. His legacy includes significant contributions to the arts, education, and public service, and he is remembered as a visionary leader and generous humanitarian.
Hailey Bieber's beauty brand rhode has been acquired by e.l.f. Beauty in a $1 billion deal, with Bieber taking on roles as Chief Creative Officer, Head of Innovation, and strategic advisor, signaling a new chapter of growth and innovation for the brand.
Hailey Bieber's makeup brand Rhode has been sold to e.l.f. Beauty in a deal valued at up to $1 billion, with Bieber remaining as chief creative officer. The brand, launched in 2022 and rapidly growing through social media popularity, will expand its distribution globally, including plans to be sold in Sephora. The deal underscores the rising influence and valuation of celebrity-founded beauty brands.
Rhode, a beauty brand founded by Hailey Bieber, has been acquired by Elf Beauty for $1 billion, marking a significant deal in the beauty industry. Bieber will continue as founder and expand her role, while the deal includes cash, stock, and future earn-out considerations. The acquisition highlights Rhode's rapid growth and innovative marketing, and signals a potential rebound in high-value beauty M&A activity, emphasizing the importance of authentic celebrity involvement and strategic brand development.
E.l.f. Beauty is acquiring Hailey Bieber’s skincare brand Rhode in a $1 billion deal, marking its largest acquisition to date. Bieber will remain involved as chief creative officer, and the deal includes plans for international expansion and Sephora distribution. The acquisition reflects Rhode's rapid growth and E.l.f.'s strategic focus on expanding its brand portfolio in the beauty industry.
E.l.f. Beauty has acquired Hailey Bieber's beauty brand Rhode in a $1 billion deal, marking its largest acquisition to date. Bieber will remain involved as chief creative officer, and the brand plans to expand internationally. The deal includes $800 million in cash and stock, with potential additional earnouts. Rhode has rapidly grown since its 2022 launch, and the acquisition will also facilitate its entry into Sephora U.S. stores. The move reflects E.l.f.'s strategy to expand its portfolio and influence in the beauty industry amid recent challenges.
E.l.f. Beauty achieved its first billion-dollar fiscal year with a 77% sales spike, but its shares fell after issuing guidance that fell short of analysts' expectations. The company's fourth fiscal quarter earnings per share and revenue exceeded Wall Street estimates, but its projected growth for the upcoming year is lower than anticipated. CEO Tarang Amin remains optimistic about the company's growth potential in cosmetics, skincare, and international markets, despite the industry slowdown signaled by Ulta Beauty's CEO.