Lenny DiCristofano’s Chicago-based travel retail agency worldclassbrands (which partners with UK-based Martin Lovatt of Magnify Brands) will be showcasing several lines of best-selling wellness and beauty tech products from his multi-category portfolio at the Summit of the Americas. Focusing on brands that are innovative, disruptive, on trend, sustainable and affordable, beauty and wellness has become […]
Beauty
Geske beauty tech brings its AI-fueled skincare revolution to TR
Beauty tools were a huge draw at the inaugural edition of Cosmoprof North America in Miami earlier this year— especially German brand Geske, whose accessibly priced collection of high-tech, beautifully designed products were a center of attention. Geske has invested significantly in the Cosmoprof events since the brand launched two years ago, and it appears […]
Ultra-luxury skincare brand Bellefontaine brings its Swiss expertise to the Caribbean
One of the most luxurious Swiss skincare brands – Bellefontaine –has just debuted in the Caribbean, as it rolls out exclusively in the most prestigious spas and boutiques in the world. Bellefontaine was created in 2006 by Peter Yip, one of the partners behind the legendary La Prairie. Yip, who grew up in Hong Kong […]
It’s a 10 creator Carolyn Aronson discusses Travel Retail and global expansion
With its cult-classic product, the Miracle Leave-In, It’s a 10 hair care has grown exponentially, becoming a global brand now sold in more than 84 countries. More than 10 million bottles of the product are sold annually and It’s a 10 products are available in more than 25,000 salons and 15,000 professional chains like Ulta […]
L’Oréal International Distribution: Filling in the White Space through partnerships, collaboration and a new approach to growth
Despite its rich portfolio of brands, the L’Oréal Group realized that there were markets around the world that were under potentialized and the company recently added a new business unit to its structure designed specifically to build select brands in these areas. The world’s leading beauty group has launched L’Oréal International Distribution, familiarly known in […]
Coty and Kylie Jenner debut first Kylie Jenner fragrance
Kylie Jenner continues to expand her beauty business into new categories with the launch of her debut fragrance, Cosmic Kylie Jenner — a magnetic, skin-inspired scent that smells “out of this world.” Crafted by Kylie, her first fragrance envelops the wearer in a rich, warm and sweet aroma. Cosmic Kylie will be oncounter in TR Americas on May 15th. This […]
Sol de Janeiro brings the Samba spirit to Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo airports with celebration of the Carnival of Brazil
L’OCCITANE Group Travel Retail is set to unleash the dynamic and exuberant spirit of the Carnival of Brazil at both Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo airports with its Brazilian-inspired, premium beauty brand, Sol de Janeiro. As the iconic annual Brazilian festival kicks off across the country from the beginning of February, Sol de Janeiro […]
New beauty show in Miami scores huge success with over 19,000 visits
There was a new show in town whose success underscored the need and hunger for a true beauty event in the region, especially one that catered to the Americas, including travel retail. Cosmoprof North America Miami concluded its inaugural edition with resounding success, solidifying its position as a premier beauty launchpad. The event, held January […]
Lancôme unveils immersive beauty experience for Rose Agora at JFK Terminal 1
L’Oréal invites travelers to step into the world of Lancôme’s Rose Agora at JFK-T1, where it says that “beauty meets innovation.” Inspired by the iconic Lancôme Rose, L’Oréal Travel Retail Americas and International Shoppes have unveiled a “breathtaking” refreshed in-store design with rose gold and gold accents and welcoming organic curves. “As we open the […]
Starboard Cruise Services and Celebrity Cruises unveil exclusive collections, inaugural brand launches, personalized gifting and sensorial spirit concept onboard the new Ascent
Starboard Cruise Services has unveiled its innovative immersive lifestyle shopping experience onboard the brand new Celebrity Ascent, the fourth ship in the cruise line’s Edge Series, which embarked on its inaugural sailings last week. The highly curated vacation retail offerings feature a selection of renowned brands that resonate with Celebrity’s brand pillars of premium vacations […]
L’Oréal TRA delivers a strong O+O campaign for its Kiehl’s Loves travel-centric concept
This summer Kiehl’s Travel Retail Americas launched a truly effective O+O campaign focused on its Kiehl’s Loves branded concept, proving its relevancy in the Travel Retail competitive landscape. During this activation, Kiehl’s Travel Retail Americas was able to cultivate a sense of place in U.S. airports creating a connection with American passengers with a campaign […]
YSL takes over TR Americas with avant-première of MYSELF
YSL Travel Retail Americas launched MYSLF, the latest masculine fragrance, throughout the region in September, in the brand’s most extensive online and offline takeover to date. The fragrance made its avant-première debut in Latin America, where it is expected to arrive in Local Market only in Q1 2024. YSL Beauty says that it set out […]
Duty Free Americas rolls out immersive fragrance ‘Red Carpet’ activations
Beauty is in the spotlight at Duty Free Americas (DFA), which has launched a series of immersive, experiential fragrance pop-ups and ‘Red Carpet’ activations at key airport locations across the Americas this November. Featuring both niche and global brands, this month’s activations bring to life limited edition releases through immersive activations and expert demonstrations. Vibrant […]
Shiseido Travel Retail hails Drunk Elephant expansion in Americas
Shiseido Travel Retail has launched its Drunk Elephant skincare brand at 11 counters in Americas travel retail. The accelerated expansion in travel retail for Drunk Elephant, which is one of the leading prestige skincare brands in the U.S., marks an important milestone in the brand’s global development, reports the company. Since launching in travel retail […]
Floral Street fragrances to launch in TR Americas with IBBI
British fine fragrance brand Floral Street will expand its current distribution in the Americas, partnering with International Brand Builders to launch in the travel retail channel in Q4 2023. Floral Street is an independent, sustainable British brand “powered by flowers” and inspired by the diverse and vibrant London culture, explains company founder Michelle Feeney. Feeney […]
