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Tuesday, March 04

Beauty

Why Statement Beauty Is So Back

The makeup may have been muted at the Oscars, but make no mistake — statement beauty is back.

From Doechii to Cynthia Erivo to Chappell Roan to the fall 2025 Luar and Thom Browne New York Fashion Week presentations, ultra-expressive beauty is having a moment and in today's WWD beauty reporter Noor Lobad explores why this movement is about joy.

Elsewhere, I report on L’Oréal USA's sale of Carol’s Daughter to an unnamed independent beauty entrepreneur, while European beauty editor Jennifer Weil has a scoop on the future of Ren Clean Skincare. — Kathryn Hopkins, senior beauty editor, WWD and Beauty Inc

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Hair

L'Oréal USA Sells Carol's Daughter to Independent Entrepreneur

Founder Lisa Price is named president and takes equity stake as part of the deal.

Beauty Features

Is Ren Clean Skincare's Demise Imminent?

A memo to partners acquired by WWD from an industry source says the brand is undergoing a strategic review.

Human Resources

Shana Randhava Is Leaving Estée Lauder's New Incubation Ventures

M&A expert Randhava is leaving Estée Lauder after 10 years, and said she's ready to embark on a new chapter, according to le …

Wellness

How the SuppCo App Is on a Mission to Streamline and Clean Up the Complicated Supplement Category One Scan at a Time

Entrepreneur Steve Martocci launched the app in October 2024, and it allows users to track their supplement routine and discover the tr …

Skin Care

L'Oréal and Key Retailers Team Up to Promote Sun Safety

A new campaign that will roll out in stores and across social media will up the ante on skin care education.

Color Cosmetics

Best Makeup at the Oscars, From Demi Moore's Dewy Skin to Ariana Grande's Glossy Pink Lips

The celebs left the bold looks at home and opted for softer, more neutral looks.