Rwanda’s FDA recalls all talc-based Johnson’s Baby Powder
Rwanda’s Food and Drug Authority (FDA) has recalled all talc-based Johnson’s Baby Powder, according to a report published by Citizen Digital.
L’Oréal Israel opens SkinCare Campus for content creators
L’Oréal Israel has announced a new training program aimed at influencers and content creators, according to a report published by the Jerusalem Post. The free, six-week course will include classes from dermatologists, senior marketing managers and social media experts.
Qatar Duty Free marks World Environment Day with reusable bags
In honor of World Environment Day’s campaign to #BeatPlasticPollution, Qatar Duty Free is replacing single-use plastic bags with locally sourced, reusable cotton totes at its eight Hamad International Airport Day-to-Day Essential Stores, according to a report published at DFI online.
Garnier: Kenya wants green beauty and we will deliver
Garnier has launched its Pure Active AHA-BHA charcoal serum onto the Kenyan market, according to a report published by Capital FM. The L’Oréal-owned brand said that there was growing demand for environmentally conscious products in the East African market.
Unilever Arabia takes fleet electric
Unilever Arabia has added an electric vehicle to its fleet for the first time, according to a report published by Arabian Business. The UK-based FMCG manufacturer’s electric van can travel 300km on a single charge and has a payload capacity of 1400kg.
Henkel Nigeria launches ‘safe space’ for female entrepreneurs
Henkel Nigeria has launched a platform designed to give women the opportunity to discuss the issues that affect their day-to-day lives, such as business, health and wellness, finance, relationships and motherhood, among others, according to a report published by the Independent.
Shein cuts ribbon on EMEA headquarters
Shein has announced the official opening of its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Dublin, Ireland.
Emirates teams up with Dior and Davines to create crew beauty hub
Emirates has announced the launch of a bespoke beauty hub for cabin crew in Dubai in collaboration with Dior Beauty and Davines.
Shiseido cuts ribbon on Shiseido Ginza store in Dubai
Shiseido has announced the opening of its first Shiseido Ginza Tokyo brand store outside of Japan. Operated in partnership with Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle, the new Dubai location has been described as a ‘significant milestone’ for the J-beauty brand’s expansion plans.
War in Sudan prompts supply chain scramble for gum arabic alternative
Following escalating violence in Sudan, one of the world’s major gum arabic suppliers, FMCG manufacturers face yet another supply chain crisis, according to a report published by Reuters.
Unilever Nigeria partners with Wecyclers to expand plastic recycling
Together with Bridges Outcomes Partnerships, Unilever Nigeria has signed a US$2 million partnership with Wecyclers to help tackle plastic waste in the African country, according to a report published by Leadership.
Maybelline names Ayra Starr named as Sub-Saharan African spokesperson
Maybelline has named Ayra Starr as its new Sub-Saharan African spokesperson.
Maybelline debuts global Ramadan campaign
L’Oréal-owned Maybelline has debuted a campaign for Ramadan starring Chilean-Palestinian singer Elyanna, Egyptian actor Amira Addeb and Kuwaiti influencer Khattafya, according to a report published by Arab News.
Unilever Nigeria to pull out of home care, skin cleansing categories
Unilever Nigeria has announced that it is to exit the home care and skin cleansing markets by the end of the year, according to a report published by the Voice of Nigeria, quoting a regulatory filing.
Delta Brands signs franchise deal with Bath & Body Works Israel
Israel’s Delta Brands has signed an exclusive franchise deal to set up and run the Bath & Body Works brand in the Middle Eastern country, according to a report published by the Jerusalem Post.
L’Oréal Israel names TikTok star to sustainability influencer team
L’Oréal Israel has named Maya Dagan to its team of sustainability influencers, according to a report published by the Jerusalem Post.
Sunsilk eyes Ethiopian market with launch of bespoke haircare range
Unilever-owned Sunsilk is eyeing development in the Ethiopian haircare market with the launch of a new bespoke range.
LVMH teams up with Cosmetic Valley to fund new conservation effort in West Africa
LVMH has teamed up with beauty industry coalition Cosmetic Valley to fund a new conservation effort in West Africa, according to a report by Vogue Business.
L’Oréal names Manging Director for East Africa region
L’Oréal has named Yassine Bakkari as the Managing Director for the East African region. In his new role, Bakkari will oversee operations in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and Ethiopia, according to a report published by The Star.
PZ Cussons Nigeria appoints Board Chair
PZ Cussons Nigerian arm has named Ifueko Omoigui Okauru as Chair of its board. The former Chair of the Federal Inland Revenue Service replaces Gbenga Oyebode who retired, effective January 25.
Nivea appoints Power League Gaming to relaunch female gaming community in Middle East
Beiersdorf-owned Nivea has appointed Power League Gaming (PLG) as the gaming agency to relaunch its community of female games in the Middle East, named Girls Got Game (GGG) on social media.
Dubai Duty Free sales reach US$1.73 billion in 2022; travel retail continues pandemic recovery
Dubai Duty Free has reported an annual sales increase in 2022 of 78 percent to Dh6.34 billion ($1.73 billion), according to a report by National News.
Natura &Co takes The Body Shop to Kenya
Natura &Co’s The Body Shop brand has entered the Kentan market, according to a report published by Capital FM.
Tech in 2022 – can’t touch this
What were we expecting of technology in 2022? Well, after the dominance of internet shopping over the prior two years, more of the same, with bells on. All bets were on livestreaming, already a dominant trend in China, booming in the west.
Retail in 2022 – shopping around
After the ravages of 2020 and 2021, retailers could have been forgiven for hoping for a smoother ride at the start of 2022. Pandemic restrictions were lifted, IRL shopping was back and even travel was resuming. So far, so hopeful.
Regulation in 2022 – clampdown
Cruelty free cosmetics and product safety have long been the dominant regulatory issues faced by the cosmetics industry but, in 2022, we saw lawmakers turn greater attention to greenwashing and the environmental impact of the products on offer too.
Products in 2022 – cashing in
In our humble opinion, 2022 wasn’t a year of huge innovation. Launches were subdued compared to pre-pandemic but if there was one prevailing trend among the launches of the year it was celebrity, celebrity and a bit more celebrity.
Packaging in 2022 – we need to talk about plastic
If there was one issue and one issue only that dominated packaging stories this year, it was sustainability. Packaging suppliers are working on reducing their impact on the environment.
Marketing in 2022 – all aboard the bandwagon
If there was one thing that defined marketing practices in both halves of 2022, it was not just jumping but positively leaping on the marketing bandwagon of the day.
Manufacturing in 2022 – grinding to a halt
At the start of the year, manufacturers were gearing up for growth. With the end of Covid restrictions in the west and omicron receding, it was back to business.
Ingredients in 2022 – the price is right
The supply chain disruption caused by the pandemic showed no signs of abating in early 2022. If anything, it got worse as inflation rose, leading to price rises across the board.
Finance in 2022 – inflation, inflation, inflation
Whether as a result of the pandemic, supply shortages or price gouging, inflation started rising worldwide in mid 2021 and was only exacerbated at the start of 2022 as Russia invaded Ukraine, sending fuel prices soaring.
Environment in 2022 – promises, promises
In the first six months of the year, we saw more and more targets set: Douglas published its global ESG goals, China’s Yatsen published its first ESG report and Christian Dior unveiled its eco strategy, while existing sustainability agendas were expanded or extended
Christian Dior to launch into Egyptian market in 2024
Christian Dior is said to be set to launch into the Egyptian market sometime in Q4, 2024, with the Minister of Trade and Industry Ahmed Samir having a meeting with Jérôme Baudy, President of Christian Dior Couture Europe and the Middle East to discuss the development.
Kenya’s Uncover Skincare raises US$1 million in seed round
Kenyan start-up, Uncover Skincare has raised US$1 million in a seed round, with FirstCheck Africa, Samata Capital, Future Africa and IgniteXL named as participants, according to a report published by Tech Crunch.
The Detox Market teams up with Faces to launch in the Middle East
The Detox Market has teamed up with Faces to launch in to the Middle East. The clean beauty marketplace will launch on the Faces website before expanding into bricks and mortar in the second half of next year, according to a report published by WWD.
Avon partners with Perfect Corp on personalised product recommendations and AR virtual try-on
Avon has partnered with Perfect Corp to launch a virtual try-on (VTO) online shopping experience in nine initial markets, including the UK.
Shoprite to pull out of Congolese market
South African retailer, Shoprite has announced that it is closing its operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to a report published by Reuters.
Kuwait bans sales of cosmetics containing butylphenyl methylpropional (lilial)
The Kuwaiti Union of Consumer Cooperative Societies has withdrawn cosmetics and personal care products that contain butylphenyl methylpropional (lilial) of all kinds as well as its derivatives, according to Zawya.
L’Oréal brings La Roche-Posay brand to the Nigerian market
L’Oréal has introduced its La Roche-Posay brand to the Nigerian market, having launched its new sunscreen Anthelios UVMune at the 3rd Scientific Conference of the African Society of Dermatology and Venereology and the 16th Scientific Conference of Nigerian Association of Dermatologists.
LVMH partners with Circular Bioeconomy Alliance to support African cotton farmers
LVMH is partnering with the Circular Bioeconomy Alliance in support of its latest Living Lab with a regenerative agriculture project based in Chad.
Sleek Nigeria names first Creative Ambassador
Sleek Nigeria has relaunched with new and improved products and named its first Creative Director, according to a report published by Punching.
Chanel shoots Tara Emad for Middle East-focused campaign
Chanel has named Egyptian actor, Tara Emad a ‘friend of the house’, according to a report published by the Egyptian Independent. She will appear in a campaign for the French luxury label’s beauty offer.
Egyptian Company for Cosmetics (ECC) acquires beauty e-commerce platform Source Beauty
Local Egyptian company Egyptian Company for Cosmetics (ECC) has acquired beauty e-commerce platform Source Beauty, according to a report by Disrupt Africa.
Sunlight partners with Bboxx to expand clean energy reach in Kenya
Unilever-owned Sunlight has partnered with energy services platform Bboxx in a bit to up the availability of clean energy in Kenya, bringing green power to some one million people over the next three years, according to a report published by Edie.
Estée Lauder Companies opens tender for management of advertising media EMEA region
The Estée Lauder Companies has opened tender for the management of advertising media in the EMEA region.
Israeli start-up to debut beauty brand based on avocado PFA
AvoMed has developed a range of upcycled cosmetics that it claims can improve sun damaged skin, according to a report published by Israel Hayon. The key ingredient is bioactive polyhydroxylated fatty alcohols (PFA), extracted from avocado pits discarded by the food industry using a patented method that renders the resulting compound safe for use in cosmetics.
Kaya raises US$2.6 million in seed round
Beauty e-commerce platform, Kaya has raised some US$2.6 million in a seed round led by Revival Lab, according to a report published by Arab News.
Procter & Gamble South Africa launches Forests for Good initiative in partnership with Pick N Pay
Procter & Gamble South Africa has teamed up with Pick N Pay to launch the new initiative Forests for Good.
Nigeria’s cosmetic market grows 14.5 percent to reach N1 trillion turnover
Nigerian beauty sales hit a value of N1.034 trillion in 2021, up 14.5 percent on the prior-year period, according to data compiled by Euromonitor and reported by The Guardian.
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