Retailing

TikTok said the initiative is a fast and affordable solution so merchants can

TikTok Shop launches UK logistics service

By Kirsty Doolan

The social media company said its new 'Fulfilled by TikTok' programme will make it “easier than ever for merchants using TikTok Shop to sell on the platform.”

Department store beauty retail at Saks 5th Avenue gets digital update

Department store beauty retail gets a digital update

By Deanna Utroske

Saks Fifth Avenue is rethinking its beauty retail and services concepts and opening new digital salons / spas / makeup counters in partnership with renowned hair colorist Joel Warren. The Salon Project will roll out in stores over the next two years.

Natural Beauty Awards moves for 2018

Natural Beauty Awards moves for 2018

By Lucy Whitehouse

In a shift of several months, the organisers of the Natural Beauty Retail Awards have moved the annual event from November to April for 2018.

Indie Beauty Profile Lea Anne Christine Fulton L.A. Christine

Indie Beauty Profile

Lea Anne Christine Fulton, L.A. Christine

By …as told to Deanna Utroske

In her Indie Beauty Profile, Lea Anne Christine Fulton, founder of L.A. Christine, talks about her brand’s version of multi-channel retail, which spans pop-ups and direct TV, and she describes how her Finish heritage infuses everything about the brand,...

Online vs. in-store: Battle of beauty retail (Part 2)

Online vs. in-store: Battle of beauty retail (Part 2)

By Sean Singleton, Managing Director, Your Favourite Story

In these guest articles, ahead of the in-cosmetics Global show next month, Sean Singleton, Managing Director at digital agency Your Favourite Story, explains how brands can use digital to launch their beauty products effectively. Here, he takes a look...

Online vs. in-store: Battle of beauty retail (Part 1)

Online vs. in-store: Battle of beauty retail (Part 1)

By Sean Singleton, Managing Director, Your Favourite Story

In these guest articles ahead of the in-cosmetics Global show next month, Sean Singleton, Managing Director at digital agency Your Favourite Story, explains how brands can use digital to launch their beauty products effectively. First up, he explains...

What will it take to turn around The Body Shop? Part II

What will it take to turn around The Body Shop? Part II

By Simon Pitman

Once the darling of the cosmetics world, The Body Shop has lost its sparkle in recent years. So what will it take to reinvigorate the business and who is best positioned to take on the challenge?

Top beauty brands online revealed for UK

Which UK beauty brands are set to win online?

By Lucy Whitehouse

A new market report on the online beauty industry in the UK has revealed that despite minimal growth being seen in the UK’s saturated in-store beauty market, online sales are up.

Neal's Yard Remedies making strides in boutique retailing

Neal's Yard Remedies making strides in boutique retailing

By Lucy Whitehouse

In confirmation that the wellness trend is continuing to gather momentum in the UK, personal care brand Neal's Yard Remedies (NYR) new specially curated new flagship store in London has just been nominated for an award.

How specialty retailers are shaping the new color cosmetic landscape

Special Newsletter - Colour Cosmetics

How specialty retailers are shaping the new color cosmetic landscape

By Simon Pitman

In both the US and worldwide the run away success of Sephora is serving to boost newer, fresher and independent color cosmetics that are bringing a new dynamic to the category. But can those brands keep up with the fast pace of change?

CVC to acquire Europe’s biggest perfume chain

CVC to acquire Europe’s biggest perfume chain

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

German perfume retailer Douglas is to be acquired by private equity firm CVC Capital Partners for an undisclosed amount just days after announcing plans for an initial public offering (IPO).

Personalised potential for 45+ skin care market

Personalised potential for 45+ skin care market

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

There is a lot of potential for cosmetics manufacturers to target the saturated 45+ skin care market with personalised products rather than yet another ‘wrinkle cure’.