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Flat lay of customizable lip glosses and lip oils in various shades, paired with swatches, highlighting the comeback of glossy lip trends

Fast forward to today, and the trend is back with a modern twist.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS

The glossy lips revival and its impact on the b...

Fast forward to today, and the trend is back with a modern twist.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS
A male applying under eye cream, depicting the current shift in men's skincare going from only using bar soaps to now serums, creams, facials, etc.

Even male celebrities are starting to hop on the trend.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS

From Bar Soap to Serums: Understanding the Shif...

Even male celebrities are starting to hop on the trend.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS
Close-up of hands scrolling through an Instagram feed on a smartphone, symbolizing the importance of personal branding and social media presence for creators

What do the brands Live Tinted , Summer Fridays , and EM Cosmetics have in common.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE

Personal branding 101: Why creators are turning...

What do the brands Live Tinted , Summer Fridays , and EM Cosmetics have in common.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE
Two customizable skincare bottles placed against a coral background with beige product swatches, ideal for promoting private-label beauty or skincare lines

Christine Schrammek in the 1960s.

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BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS
Smiling woman holding a customizable skincare bottle against a neutral background, showcasing effective personal branding and product promotion strategies

Be authentic when engaging with your audience.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE

Influencer sales 101: What to consider when bui...

Be authentic when engaging with your audience.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE
Top 8 trending skincare ingredients of 2024 and why you should launch your skincare brand with them

Top trending skincare ingredients to add to your line in 2024.  

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS

The top 8 trending skincare ingredients of 2024...

Top trending skincare ingredients to add to your line in 2024.  

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS
3D illustration of a shopping cart filled with packages next to a smartphone interface, representing e-commerce tools to boost customer conversions and sales

Search for Shop and then click Add channel or Add app to add.

ECOMMERCE

How to install the Shop App, increase conversio...

Search for Shop and then click Add channel or Add app to add.

ECOMMERCE
 Three vibrant Instagram posts showcasing beauty influencers using products, highlighting the power of organic user-generated content for private label brand promotion

Why real customer content drives viral product success.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE

5 Ways to boost user-generated content (UGC) fo...

Why real customer content drives viral product success.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE
Flat lay of customizable lipsticks in various shades arranged in a pattern, perfect for promoting beauty brands and encouraging product reviews

Turn customer reviews into sales—here’s how to do it right.

ECOMMERCE

5 Ways to encourage reviews on your beauty and ...

Turn customer reviews into sales—here’s how to do it right.

ECOMMERCE
 Make your cosmetics brand eco-friendly this Earth Month! Learn about sustainable platforms, recycling programs, and local pick-up options to attract eco-conscious customers and reduce your carbon footprint

Simple steps to build a more sustainable beauty brand.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS

How to create a sustainable makeup brand in 2025

Simple steps to build a more sustainable beauty brand.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS
 Collage showcasing the "Mob Wife" makeup trend with customizable products like bold lipsticks, eyeshadow palettes, and brow gel, perfect for creating a dramatic, on-trend beauty collection

Mob Wife glam is in and bold beauty is making a major comeback.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY

Everything you need to know about the mob wife ...

Mob Wife glam is in and bold beauty is making a major comeback.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY
Lively barbershop scene with barbers and clients in a vintage-inspired setting, showcasing the charm and potential of building a thriving, sustainable barbershop business

Grow your barbershop with branded grooming products.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRIVATE LABEL, PRODUCTS

Build a sustainable barbershop business in 2025

Grow your barbershop with branded grooming products.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRIVATE LABEL, PRODUCTS
Customizable beauty products displayed in a box alongside an insert card with Blanka branding, emphasizing the role of personalized packaging in strengthening e-commerce beauty brands

How insert cards turn first-time buyers into loyal customers.

ECOMMERCE

How to build customer loyalty and improve custo...

How insert cards turn first-time buyers into loyal customers.

ECOMMERCE
Makeup artist applying finishing touches to a client, symbolizing opportunities for independent professionals to expand revenue streams in the beauty industry

Grow your income with custom cosmetics for your MUA business.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE

How to add additional streams of revenue as a m...

Grow your income with custom cosmetics for your MUA business.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, ECOMMERCE
 Close-up of various beauty product textures, including creams, gels, and oils, highlighting the potential for creating high-quality dupes to benefit small makeup and beauty brands

Your customers want dupes and they’re great for your bottom line.

ECOMMERCE

How to grow your ecommerce beauty brand using t...

Your customers want dupes and they’re great for your bottom line.

ECOMMERCE
Two soapy hands holding a stack of colorful handmade soaps, symbolizing sustainability and natural skincare in private label body care products

Glow from head to toe with skincare that pampers the whole body.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS

The ultimate guide to skincare essentials... fo...

Glow from head to toe with skincare that pampers the whole body.

BEAUTY INDUSTRY, PRODUCTS

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