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At the higher end of the market, expertise still counts for something.
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A new date has yet to be announced.
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Revlon Jumps on the Clean Beauty Bandwagon, Releases EWG-Verified Primer
A first for a legacy brand in the mass market.
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The study found that six active sunscreen ingredients are absorbed into the bloodstream after just one use.
CPG Vets Debut Odele, a Modernized Mass Hair Brand
The brand's name is a phonetic translation of "å dele," meaning "to share" in Norwegian.
Siren PR Abruptly Shutters
"The industry has changed dramatically and we are no longer able to financially operate."
Kat Von D Exits, Sells Shares in Kat Von D Beauty
She plans to focus on her vegan shoe line and an upcoming album.
Aveda Launches in South America With Sustainable Salon
The brand is ramping up its Latin America trajectory.
EXCLUSIVE: Sofia Carson, Disney Star and Activist, Is Revlon’s Latest Brand Ambassador
"The platform that I have is a responsibility that I take really seriously."