Skincare

French cosmetics major L'Oreal sees its India business "doing a great turnaround", driven by improving team capabilities, increasing localisation, accelerating online commerce and rising demand for haircare and skincare products, said its global Chief Executive Officer Nicolas Hieronimus. India recorded a "double-digit growth" in the group's consumer products division business in the September quarter. Besides, its "emerging markets delivered spectacular growth, particularly in Brazil and India" in the professional products, according to the company's latest earnings update. L'Oreal's SAPMENA-SSA region posted adjusted like-for-like growth of 19.2 per cent in the third quarter of 2026, with India and Indonesia "further accelerated", driven by haircare and skincare, the cosmetics major said. The region comprises South Asia Pacific, the Middle East, North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, and is one of L'Oreal's key operational and financial reporting regions. In the earnings call, ...

L'Oreal is testing products on users of weight-loss drugs, as beauty companies explore treatments for skin changes associated with rapid weight loss

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Drugs regulator says beauty creams from across the border are not registered, and contain excessive, toxic heavy metals

The launch comes as India's baby-care market, estimated at over Rs 40,000 crore, witnesses robust growth; the range will be available on e-commerce platforms

To acquire the remaining 40% stake over the next three years

Beauty has become Amazon India's biggest customer acquisition engine, fuelled by rising demand from non-metro consumers

CDSCO's move can lead to the formalisation of more than 35,000 skin clinics, stop the mushrooming of single-operator setups run by unqualified practitioners

Cosmetic products supplied in injectable form do not fall under the definition of cosmetics under the law and are not permitted for use by consumers, professionals or aesthetic clinics, the central drug regulator has made it clear. The advisory by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation's (CDSCO) comes amid the growing popularity of injectable aesthetic procedures being promoted as "cosmetic" treatments in beauty clinics and wellness centres across the country. The clarification is aimed at preventing misuse of cosmetic products for treatment purposes and ensuring consumer safety, particularly as non-surgical aesthetic procedures gain popularity in urban centres and through social media promotion, a source said. The move also seeks to curb misleading advertising and unauthorised cosmetic practices by clinics and individuals. In the public notice issued on May 18, the regulator said that cosmetics are intended only to be "rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed" on the body fo

Fireside Ventures leads funding round with participation from L'Oreal's Bold and Alkemi Growth Capital as startup scales R&D, product pipeline for Indian skin needs

India's harsh summers are turning skincare from a routine into a necessity, pushing consumers to spend more on protection, hydration and comfort in increasingly extreme weather conditions

As Botox gains popularity among people in their 20s, experts examine whether early use truly prevents ageing and explain who may benefit, potential risks, and when it is best avoided

The development, overall, signals Nykaa's continued focus on expanding its portfolio of in-house and partnered brands, particularly in the fast-growing beauty and personal care segment

Even on cooler or cloudy days, harmful UV radiation can remain high, making the UV Index a critical tool for daily protection and long-term skin health

Experts warn that blindly following beauty trends or celebrity favourites can harm your skin, and understanding ingredients is the safest way to choose skincare products

The FMCG major will acquire a 75% stake in Vietnam-based Skinetiq in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 350 crore, strengthening its premium beauty and D2C play in the market

Most sunscreens contain just a handful of "active" ingredients: avobenzone, homosalate, octinoxate, octisalate, octocrylene, oxybenzone, or zinc oxide

From viral hype to '100% results' claims, dermatologists outline five subtle yet crucial red flags that often mislead shoppers into buying products that overpromise and underdeliver

As Nayanthara turns 41, she reminds fans that her glow comes not from beauty trends but from a simple rule rooted in South Indian tradition: eating local, seasonal foods for skin and hair health

More Indians are choosing trips based on beauty rituals, skincare treatments and access to cult products, driven by personalisation and tech-led travel planning