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Natura completes sale of Avon International while retaining Latin America operations
THE WHAT? Brazilian beauty group Natura has finalised the sale of Avon International to US-based investment firm Regent LP, while retaining ownership of the Avon brand and operations across Latin America. THE DETAILS The transaction, first announced in September, was completed on December 31 and transfers control of Avon International outside Latin America to…
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Novo Nordisk launches oral Wegovy weight-loss treatment across US
THE WHAT? Novo Nordisk has begun broad US distribution of Wegovy pill, the first oral GLP-1 treatment approved for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with related medical conditions. THE DETAILS The once-daily oral formulation of semaglutide received FDA approval on December 22, 2025 and is now available through more than…
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Marico forecasts strong Q3 revenue growth as pricing pressures ease
THE WHAT? India-based FMCG group Marico has forecast that its third-quarter consolidated revenue will rise by a high-twenties percentage year-on-year, supported by easing inflation and recent tax cuts. THE DETAILS The Saffola and Parachute owner said its performance has remained resilient despite softer urban demand, with tax changes allowing the company to reduce prices…
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FDA flags data gaps in PFAS use following mandated cosmetics safety review
THE WHAT? The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published its long-awaited assessment of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetic products, highlighting significant data gaps around their safety and use. THE DETAILS PFAS are a broad class of synthetic chemicals that are intentionally added to certain cosmetics—including colour cosmetics, skincare and nail…
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PZ Cussons appoints Jan Bramall as Chief Financial Officer
THE WHAT? PZ Cussons has announced the appointment of Jan Bramall as Chief Financial Officer and a member of its Board of Directors, effective March 23, 2026. THE DETAILS Bramall joins PZ Cussons from Severfield, where she currently serves as Interim Chief Financial Officer. She previously spent more than five years as CFO at…
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This TikTok-Viral Microneedling System is 70% Off Right Now – and Worth Every Penny
Viral skin-care hacks and products are so plentiful that it’s almost impossible to discern which ones are actually worth your time, energy, and money (thank you, TikTok). However, occasionally, a product breaks through the noise and actually lives up to the hype. Case in point: the viral Qure Micro Infusion System ($119), which yields…
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Ali Larter’s Critics’ Choice Glow Was Powered by This Plastic Surgeon–Founded Brand
Radiance like that doesn’t happen by accident—it starts with skin prep.
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Saks Global CEO Marc Metrick steps down amid bankruptcy concerns
THE WHAT? Saks Global has announced that CEO Marc Metrick has stepped down from his role, with Executive Chairman Richard Baker appointed as his successor, as the luxury retailer faces mounting speculation around a potential bankruptcy. THE DETAILS The leadership change follows reports that Saks Global, the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue and…
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Pola Orbis completes liquidation of Orbis Beijing subsidiary
THE WHAT? Pola Orbis Holdings has completed the liquidation of its consolidated Chinese subsidiary, Orbis Beijing Inc., a Beijing-based cosmetics sales company in which the group held a majority stake. THE DETAILS The liquidation process was formally finalised on December 18, 2025, marking the conclusion of Pola Orbis’ withdrawal from the entity. The company…
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Nestlé reiterates L’Oréal stake as purely financial investment
THE WHAT? Nestlé has reaffirmed that its stake in L’Oréal is held purely as a financial investment, with no change to its position or strategy regarding the shares. THE DETAILS Speaking to Swiss newspaper Finanz und Wirtschaft, Nestlé CEO Philipp Navratil said the company regularly reviews its holding in L’Oréal at board level but…