Bellami’s Nikki Eslami’s New Growth Pattern

Nikki Eslami may have stepped away from the day-to-day operations of Bellami, the hair extensions brand she cofounded and built into sizable enterprise, but she is still very involved in growing things. Literally. Eslami is an avid hydroponic gardener, whose interest was piqued a few years ago when she started thinking about her next act and went through the certification […]

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EXCLUSIVE: La Perla Dives Into Beauty

PARIS — La Perla is launching back into beauty, with a range of fragrances, body care and makeup that nods to the Italian innerwear house’s heritage. The move comes after it was announced in October 2019 that La Perla Fashion Holding N.V., which operates the luxury lingerie label La Perla, had established a subsidiary dedicated to the beauty business. Called […]

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Millennial Med-Spa Ever/Body Raises $38 Million

Millennial med-spa Ever/Body has raised a $38 million Series B with plans to expand. Ever/Body was launched by former Clinique executive Kate Twist as an alternative to traditional Upper East Side cosmetic dermatology offices. The business offers laser facials, Botox, HydraFacial, fillers and laser hair removal. Appointments can be booked online, and the business offers virtual consultations. Ever/Body raised the […]

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Knockout Beauty Opens Franchised Boutique on Long Island

Knockout Beauty is expanding its footprint on Long Island. The skin care consultancy and boutique is opening its first franchised location, in Locust Valley later this month. While it already has a location in Bridgehampton, N.Y., its founder, Cayli Cavaco Reck, is betting on pandemic-induced migrations to drive her business’ expansion. “[The pandemic] forced modern times upon us,” Cavaco Reck […]

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MAC's Cruella-Inspired Makeup Is Its Most Diabolical Disney Collection Yet

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Despite their evilness and deceitful plans, Disney villains are compelling characters often known for their striking appearances. On May 28, Emma Stone will be bringing the signature bright-red lipstick, two-toned hair, and maniacal smile […]

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Words of Wisdom: Mothers Know Best

Vennette Ho, managing director, global head of beauty and personal care, Financo Raymond James Mother to Dylan, 11, and Kira, 7 My mother taught me to see a world without limits, and to think about every problem as having a solution. This is an incredibly valuable mind-set in investment banking, as a huge part of this job is about solving […]

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JuE Wong Talks Olaplex’s Success

JuE Wong joined Olaplex as chief executive officer just a few months before the coronavirus pandemic took hold across the U.S. Despite the global change in circumstances, consumer habits and shopping options, she spearheaded a period of rapid growth, leading Olaplex through the salon shutdown era, while accelerating online and retail sales. Olaplex ended 2020 with a 50 percent uptick […]

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Black Executive CMO Alliance Seeks to Create Opportunity in Beauty — and Beyond

An alliance of C-suite marketing executives from all industries seeks greater diversity in corporate leadership. Esi Eggleston Bracey, Unilever’s chief operating officer, is one of 26 executives who have formed the Black Executive CMO Alliance, which also counts former beauty executives Candace Matthews, Kimberly Paige and Ukonwa Ojo as members. The alliance was founded by Jerri DeVard, a marketing veteran […]

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