Tairo

Miami distributor Tairo celebrates Silver Anniversary and looks back over the past 25 years

“It’s been a ride; I can’t believe it is 25 years,” said Tairo International co-founder Robert Bassan at the start of his reminiscing interview with TMI. The Miami-based fragrance and cosmetics distributor, which handles the Caribbean and Mexican duty free markets, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. The company has made a major impact […]

RIP: Jose Luis Lara

TMI is very sad to report that Jose Luis Lara, one of the most respected and well-liked people in the region’s beauty industry, passed away last week after being stricken by cancer.  More than 60 people attended a heartfelt and emotional memorial tribute on Zoom hosted by Tairo International and Robert and Tania Bassan on […]

Tairo International launches new sister company for professional hair & beauty products, adds hot brand Moroccanoil to portfolio

Robert and Tania Bassan, the owners of the very well-respected Caribbean beauty distribution company Tairo International, have officially announced the opening of a new, separate sister company, SOMAR Beauty. SOMAR is a distributor for beauty and professional hair care brands servicing Caribbean local and travel retail stores, professional hair salons, spas and beauty supplies, as […]