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How Sephora reflects broader challenges facing Western beauty brands in China

Inside Retail

LVMH-owned beauty giant Sephora is reportedly carrying out a significant workforce reduction in China, a move aimed at mitigating financial losses in the challenging market. The bigger picture The struggles of Sephora in China, however, reflect a broader trend affecting Western beauty brands operating in the market.

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Fleeting beauty: Inside the downward spiral of BWX

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To say health and beauty conglomerate BWX has had a difficult few years could be an understatement. After purchasing hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of successful beauty brands and platforms, the business, which was valued at $860 million five years ago, is now worth about $36 million. It’s a long story.

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The rise and rise of subscription boxes shows the market is ripe for growth

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In Australia, the top product categories include: health and beauty products, such as skincare and shaving supplies; pet care, food and beverage, such as meal kits; household essentials; and premium alcohol. FMCG subscription box offers encompass a variety of sectors.

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Opinion: Say hello to the new face of beauty retail

Inside Retail

Many beauty retailers are reliant on physical experiences, but as we remain in lockdown, savvy brands are reimagining how to deliver new engaging experiences virtually by leveraging new technologies. billion in 2020 (Mordor Intelligence, 2021), Australians are major consumers of health and beauty products worldwide.

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How Zebra helped Sally Beauty get front-line staff working smarter, not harder

Inside Retail

Two years ago, that was the challenge facing Sally Beauty Holdings, an international retailer specialising in products to treat hair, nails and skincare. Sally Beauty operates more than 5100 retail stores under several banners. Its namesake-branded shops are consumer-fronting with around 8000 SKUs.

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How Olive Young dominates K-beauty by boosting small brands

Inside Retail

In the past decade, Korean cosmetic companies have become formidable players in the beauty industry. Famed for the latest in product development and cutting-edge formulations that can rival the West, K-beauty products are now renowned worldwide. Here’s why Olive Young is the one to watch for the beauty industry.

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Wellness booms and so does the share price of pharmaceutical retailers

Inside Retail

Wellness has become a priority for people in the wake of the pandemic as evidenced by the surge in demand for health and well-being products, which is projected to reach $5.2 Priceline is another Australian pharmacy that has increased its foothold in the beauty and wellness space under the ownership of retail conglomerate Wesfarmers.