Elvis Kachi

1 week ago | beautymatter.com | Elvis Kachi

The beauty industry is currently in an era of hyper-entrepreneurship, and with that comes high levels of accessibility. With the right Instagram aesthetic, a compelling founder story, a Shopify site, and a few thousand dollars, virtually anyone can launch a beauty brand. However, beneath this lies white labeling, a quieter, less visible sector that currently powers a significant chunk of global beauty launches.

1 week ago | beautymatter.com | Elvis Kachi

The global beauty industry is undergoing a seismic shift. Once driven by Western ideals and Eurocentric standards, the sector is now propelled by consumers demanding authenticity, inclusivity, and cultural nuance. Among the continents affected by this evolution is Africa—a continent whose beauty traditions are as varied as its people, yet historically, arguably underserved by multinational brands.

2 weeks ago | beautymatter.com | Elvis Kachi

The beauty industry has gradually entered into an era where wellness is no longer a side pursuit but the main event, making the concept of aging undergo a radical transformation. Once synonymous with decline, aging is now viewed through the lens of optimization, resilience, and regeneration. Within this transformation lies the skincare industry that is no longer defined by superficial promises, but fueled by cutting-edge science and bio-innovation.

2 weeks ago | beautymatter.com | Elvis Kachi

For decades, animal testing has been at the center of ethical concerns within the beauty industry. Despite bans and increasing consumer opposition, many brands have struggled to fully detach from animal testing due to regulatory requirements and the limitations of alternative testing methods. Enter bioprinting, a breakthrough technology that promises to not only eliminate animal testing, but also to reshape how cosmetics are developed, tested, and even manufactured.

2 weeks ago | beautymatter.com | Elvis Kachi

In today’s world, the lines between innovation and imitation have never been blurrier—or more profitable. What was once considered a knockoff is now celebrated as a dupe, and for a new generation of beauty consumers, this distinction barely matters. At BeautyMatter’s 2025 FUTURE50 divisive panel moderated by Editor Cristina Montemayor, “Innovations vs.