THE DETAILS Under the programme, KOSE will repurchase shares worth up to ¥3,000 million. The buyback is scheduled to run until April 20, 2026.

The Avon Pension Plan has completed a £235 million bulk purchase annuity (BPA) transaction with M&G, securing the retirement benefits of more than 3,000 members.

Functional supplement brand Moon Juice has launched in 755 Target stores nationwide and on Target.com, marking its largest move into mass retail to date.

Award-winning hair, bodycare and skincare brand REHAB. has been announced as the first-ever haircare resident at Selfridges London’s experimental retail concept, The Beauty Spot.

L’Oréal has indicated it would welcome gaining control of the Gucci beauty licence before its current expiry in 2028, as discussions continue between Gucci owner Kering and current licence holder Coty ...

A California appeals court has upheld a US$51 million jury verdict against Avon in a mesothelioma case linked to alleged asbestos contamination in its talc-based cosmetic products.

Nykaa has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with L’Oréal Luxe to manage the Kiehl’s skincare brand’s entire business operations in India.

Japanese cosmetics retailer istyle has opened its first overseas flagship store, @cosme Hong Kong, in Tsim Sha Tsui, marking a major step in its international expansion strategy.

THE WHAT? The Wella Company has appointed Calvin McDonald as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 2, 2026.

In this monthly roundup, one theme cuts clearly across the global beauty and retail landscape: leadership transition. From ...

Kaczy describes her hair as really curly at the back, particularly around the nape, while the top sections are more wavy —something she attributes to ongoing heat damage from frequent straightening ...

Global Cosmetic News Events list features the details of the up and global coming events taking place across the global cosmetic industry.