Jennifer Carlsson

Fragrance may be booming, but the premium category has cratered compared to high-end niche perfumes and affordable body and hair mists that have become an expansion focus for brands. According to data from Circana, sales of fragrances with an average price under $50 grew by 11 percent in the first quarter of this year, while those over $150 increased by 14 percent. The accessible spray categories continue to skyrocket, with body spray sales doubling their sales and hair perfumes up 70 percent. The $50 to $150 range, however – where the smaller sizes of classic icons like Chanel No. 5 and Miss Dior sit — has seen sales decline 3 percent. Brands with products in the mid-price range have several challenges when expanding to both the high and the accessible ends of the spectrum. Both require a calibration of brand equity, whether that means elevation to support fine fragrance launches or preservation when going downmarket. Read more https://lnkd.in/guzh8b7W

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Europe’s air safety is being traded for perfume sales and profit margins. Yes, it’s an oversimplification, but the new UGhent study shows exactly this. Featured today in The Guardian. Key findings from the study: • Cost-cutting and deregulation are eroding cockpit decision-making and safety margins • Pilots are flying under chronic fatigue, with insufficient rest and staffing • Commercial pressure overrides professional judgment, pushing crews to “make it work” • Reporting culture is broken - whistleblowers stay silent out of fear of reprisal 🗣️ The Guardian is also calling for testimonies from pilots and cabin crew. 👉 Have a comment on these findings? Share your experience through the form on their page. https://lnkd.in/e3SP8tQw

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With 71% of adults reporting skin sensitivity, the demand for gentle, effective skincare is more than a trend - it’s a necessity. At Gattefossé, we’re rethinking how to formulate for sensitive skin. Our latest article explores the science behind sensitivity and how to create products that truly care. 🔍 What’s inside: - Why sensitive skin is on the rise (hint: it’s not just genetics) - The role of barrier dysfunction and inflammation - How minimalist, sensorily-pleasing formulas can make a big impact - The importance of robust testing and clean-label ingredients 🌿 Spotlight on Noxifense™: our newest 100% plant-based active that breaks the oxi-inflammation cycle, soothes reactive skin, and boosts antioxidant defenses - clinically proven to reduce stinging and redness. 📖 Dive into the full article: https://lnkd.in/dN-acdvi #gattefossé #skincare #personalcare

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A beauty retailer's new CEO noticed something disturbing on his first day: everyone arrived 10-15 minutes early, meetings started precisely on time, but no one would make eye contact or engage in conversation. The atmosphere felt rigid and fearful. A longtime employee finally explained: "Your predecessor used to sit out front on Friday mornings. If anyone was late, he'd pink slip them on the spot. He'd fire people right there in the parking lot." The previous CEO had achieved approval through fear. People showed up early and stayed quiet to avoid punishment. But that compliance-based culture started cracking the moment he left because it was built on avoiding consequences rather than pursuing shared purpose. The new CEO decided to change the experience. The next Friday, he stood in the same spot with doughnuts, juice, and coffee, greeting people with "Hi, welcome. It's good to have you on board." He started every meeting giving recognition to someone on the team. He made asking for feedback a regular practice. Slowly, beliefs shifted. People moved from "CEOs are dangerous and unpredictable" to "This leader supports us and wants us to succeed." Behavior changed naturally because the underlying beliefs changed. Approval is fast but fragile. You can get it through authority or fear, but the moment pressure is removed, compliance disappears. Alignment takes longer but lasts because it's built on understanding and commitment rather than avoidance and fear. #alignment #leadership #culturedrivesresults

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🌿 Scent with Purpose: Rethinking the Life of a Blotter 🌿 This #PlasticFreeJuly, we’re turning the microscopes on ourselves and embracing the idea that ‘small steps’ can make a ‘big difference.’ How? With one of our most-used tools in fragrance creation: the scent blotter. At our two creative centers in France – IFF Neuilly and IFF Grasse – we collaborated with recycling partner Green Touch to launch a new initiative to reduce single-use plastic by recycling blotters. With over 3 million used annually at Neuilly alone, the opportunity for impact was clear. This is just one step toward our Zero Waste to Landfill aspiration—and proof that innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. ♻️ Looking for ways to reduce plastic at work or home? Start with one small change—and share it with us in the comments! #WeAreIFF #Sustainability #ZeroWaste #MakeJoy #FragranceWithPurpose

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Charlotte Tilbury Beauty’s secret to social success? Blending entertainment, community, and cross-channel strategy into a playbook that delivers impact. In our new case study, see how the team: - Grew TikTok reach by +50% and video views by +36% - Drove a +25% boost in Entertainment Score - Balanced beauty news, trend-driven content, and authentic community building This case study is packed with actionable insights for marketers navigating today’s fast-moving social landscape. 🔗 Read the full case study at the link in the comments

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What does it really take to succeed as a beauty investor today? 💡   In this Q&A, Anchin’s Carolyn Naporlee-Cipolla speaks with Cristina Nuñez, Co-Founder & General Partner at True Beauty Ventures, about brand resilience, investor red flags, and what beauty founders often get wrong and right.   👉 Read the full interview here : https://bit.ly/3HIifZG

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