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Beauty News| Pat McGrath lab files for bankruptcy
Pat McGrath Labs, the cult beauty brand founded by legendary makeup artist Dame Pat McGrath, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy marking a significant moment for the prestige beauty industry.
Continue readingBeauty News| Hourglass Founder Carisa Janes Launches ‘Outside In’
Beauty’s favourite minimalist queen, Carisa Janes, the genius behind Hourglass Cosmetics, is back with something fresh her brand-new line, Outside In. Eight years after selling Hourglass to Unilever, Janes returns with a brand that feels more personal, more skin, and a little more soul.
Continue readingBeauty News| Saltair’s the Cult US Brand Lands in the UK
Have you heard of Saltair? The US body care brand everyone’s been obsessing over is finally crossing the pond. Founded in 2022 by model and entrepreneur Iskra Lawrence, Saltair is officially launched in the UK on October 7th exclusively at Space NK.
Continue readingBeauty News| Balenciaga Returns to Fragrance
Balenciaga is back in the fragrance game and it’s not just a perfume, it’s a whole moment. The house has launched a 10-piece fragrance collection under Kering Beauté, marking its grand return to high perfumery.
Continue readingBeauty News| Big Beauty Shake-Up at P&G
There’s a major shift happening at the top of one of beauty’s biggest players. R. Alex Keith, the powerhouse behind Procter & Gamble’s beauty division, is officially retiring in February 2026 after 36 years with the company.
Continue readingBeauty News| Bye-Ben-Gorham
Ben Gorham Exits Byredo
Ben Gorham, the tattooed, former basketball-playing visionary behind Byredo, has officially stepped away from the brand he founded in 2006. Known for turning scent into storytelling (Mojave Ghost, anyone?), Gorham built Byredo from a small fragrance label into a global lifestyle empire with a fanbase that includes A-list celebs and fashion insiders.
Continue readingBeauty News| Victoria Beckham Launches Luxurious Makeup Brush Collection
Victoria Beckham has just dropped a new line of makeup brushes, and they’re as chic and precise as you’d expect. Designed for both beauty lovers and professionals, the collection features high-performance tools crafted to elevate your makeup routine.
Continue readingBeauty News| What’s Going On With Pat McGrath Labs?
There’s trouble in luxury beauty Pat McGrath Labs is reportedly struggling, with multiple layoffs and a valuation drop from its former $1 billion peak. While exact numbers are unclear, it’s obvious the brand isn’t thriving like it once was.
Continue readingBeauty News| Pat McGrath Named New Cosmetic Creative Director at LV
Legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath has been appointed as the new Cosmetic Creative Director at Louis Vuitton, a move that’s set to shake up the beauty industry. Known for her bold vision and inclusive approach, McGrath has consistently championed diversity, especially for women of colour.
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