Most Wanted: Our Fashion and Beauty Favorites

Most Wanted: Our Fashion and Beauty Favorites

We’re technically in Spring, but the New York City weather gods are playing tricks on us. We’re taking the chaos of the seasons one day at a time, though, and soaking up the 70 degrees we’re gifted with — and reflecting by shopping for the weather we dream about. March was slower than the jam-packed … Read more

Italian authorities are investigating Sephora and Benefit for marketing adult beauty products to children

the little girl looks in the mirror unhappily

Italian authorities have launched an investigation into Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics over the use of “marketing tricks” to sell adult cosmetics to children. The Italian Competition Council (AGCM) says that the marketing of beauty products to children can cause their growing desire to achieve “flawless” skin, called “cosmeticorexia,” which can put their health at risk. … Read more

A Beauty Lover’s Guide to Mexico City | Essence

A Beauty Lover's Guide to Mexico City

Courtesy of Selah Holland This year, Mexico City (CDMX) has been known throughout TikTok as an affordable destination for lovers of beauty and health. With more than 5.5 million messages under the hashtag CDMX, the creators invite you to spend the day with them as they explore the buildings, restaurants, old markets, and of course, … Read more

Peachy, a Multi-Unit Beauty Services Brand, takes a minority investment from Stride Consumer Partners.

Peachy Co-founders Dr. Carolyn Treasure and Eric Zhang

NEW YORK, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Peachy, a multi-service beauty brand focused on preventative skin care, accessibility, medical integrity and sustainability, has partnered with Stride Consumer Partners LLC (“Stride”), a venture capital firm focused on consumer products and services, for a limited investment. Peachy Co-founders Dr. Carolyn Treasure and Eric Zhang Founded in 2019 … Read more

From plastic containers to transportation, the war in Iran is raising costs for the beauty industry

From plastic containers to transportation, the war in Iran is raising costs for the beauty industry

Item 1 of 2 Visitors browse stalls at the Cosmoprof beauty trade show in Bologna, Italy, March 26, 2026. REUTERS/Elisa Anzo [1/2]Visitors browse the stalls at the Cosmoprof beauty fair in Bologna, Italy, March 26, 2026. REUTERS/Elisa Anzo Purchase Licensing Rightsopens a new tab The war in Iran drives raw materials, packaging, logistics costs Shipping … Read more

Exclusive: Fenty Beauty introduces WhatsApp AI advisor as messaging becomes the next beauty business channel.

Exclusive: Fenty Beauty introduces WhatsApp AI advisor as messaging becomes the next beauty business channel.

Fenty Beauty is taking its first social media strategy to messaging. On Wednesday, the Fenty Beauty brand launched “Rose Amber,” an AI beauty advisor designed for WhatsApp, marking its first official collaboration with the US platform. The experience allows users to chat directly with the brand on WhatsApp to receive product recommendations, tutorials and reviews … Read more