Ulta’s settlement offer in wage dispute slammed as ‘too low’ by judge
A US$1.5 million settlement proposed by Ulta Beauty in a case bought against the US cosmetics retailer by a group of employees has been roundly rejected by a Californian federal judge, according to a report published by Law360.
250 new locations for Sephora at Kohl’s announced
Kohl’s has announced the 250 stores that will be adding the full-sized 2,500 sq ft Sephora at Kohl’s experience in 2023. The new additions will bring the total to more than 850, in line with the partnership’s original planned rollout.
Sally Beauty launches teaching salon and retail concept with ‘education-first’ mindset
Sally Beauty has launched a new consumer driven DIY hair salon named Studio By Sally’s in Denton, Texas, which aims to ‘engage, educate and empower.’
Tree Hut pops up in New York
Gen Z darling, Tree Hut hosted a pop-up in New York City last weekend. The body care brand created whimsical installations featuring bold colours to showcase its range and true to its digital roots, the event boasted its own hashtag.
The RealReal winds down beauty business to prioritise its luxury consignment business
Resale site The RealReal is winding down its beauty business in a bid to refocus on its luxury consignment business and reallocate resources from its direct business, according to a report by WWD.com.
Macy’s FY2022: comparable sales inch up 0.3 percent
Macy’s has reported its financial results for fiscal 2022. Net sales dropped 0.1 percent for the full year, versus 2021 to reach US$24.4 billion while comparable sale inched up 0.3 percent on 2021 figures and grew a respectable 3.5 percent on pre-pandemic figures.
California cancels Walgreens Boots Alliance over abortion drug stance
The Governor of California, Gavin Newsom has taken to social media to declare that the US State will not ‘do business’ with Walgreens Boots Alliance over the drugstore chain’s decision to cease dispensing abortion drug mifepristone in Republican states, according to a report published by Investing.
Glossier launches in Sephora US and Canada
Glossier is set to hit shelves at some 600 Sephora stores across the US and Canada as well as online and on the Sephora App, extending the brand’s accessibility as well as granting shoppers the chance to earn Beauty Insider points on their purchases.
Third Point piles further pressure on Bath & Body Works
Third Point has sent a letter to Bath & Body Works pushing for a shareholder representative to be added to the US retailer’s Board of Directors.
Beautycounter partners with Ulta
Beautycounter has announced a partnership with Ulta Beauty. From February 26, the clean beauty brand’s range will be available to purchase via the US beauty retailer’s website and, from March 5, in some 500 stores across the US.
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