he beauty industry has undoubtedly had its confrontation with diversity and inclusivity over the past year. But where do we…
Why TikTok Subcultures Matter for Your Brand
TikTok trends may often seem like a flash in the pan given the quick turnaround of the medium, but they…
Alaffia: A Mission Beyond the Beauty Product
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Why Regenerative Practices Mean Better Business
Thrive isn’t simply about an efficient product, but also improving environments and communities in the process. Co-founder and CEO Alex…
Lifting the Lid on Post-Lockdown Color Cosmetics
The color category may be witnessing a new kind of revival following a challenging pandemic landscape. According to NPD, makeup sales…
Kaibae on Regenerative Agriculture and Moving Beyond Sustainability
Kaibae is a unique convergence of naturopathy, humanitarianism, and curation. Dr. Luc Maes (a plant-based medical practitioner), Thomas Cole (a community…
Why Product Development Needs Diverse Voices at the Table
Betty Beyene’s resume lists some of the heaviest hitters in the industry: L’Oréal, MAC Cosmetics, NARS Cosmetics. For the past…
Are NFTs the Future of Beauty?
NFTs (non-fungible, meaning non-interchangeable, tokens) are gathering hype momentum. They have already made appearances in the fashion, art, and entertainment…
Dr. Anne Beal on the Clean Beauty Imperative for Women of Color
Dr. Anne Beal, who affectionately signs her blog posts “Dr. Anne,” speaks with the innate confidence and steadfast determination of…
Is AI Threatening the Role of the Perfumer?
Machine learning has infiltrated nearly every aspect of consumer living, and the world of olfaction is no exception. But how…
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