Beauty Brand Launch: Lillian Muir, the Athens-based body-care label inspired by Mediterranean rituals, is expanding into facial skincare with a five-piece range made in Greece. K-Beauty Spotlight: Yepoda, a Berlin-born brand rooted in vegan, sustainable values, opened its first Asian flagship in Seoul’s Seongsu district, calling it a “homecoming.” Celebrity Beauty Marketing: Anua named Kendall Jenner its first global ambassador, spotlighting its PDRN collagen glow serum spray in a “glass skin” campaign. Haircare How-To: A guide breaks down hot oil treatments for 4C hair, including when to apply (before or after shampoo) and why warmth helps manage moisture and reduce breakage. Travel Beauty: A compact BaByliss travel hair dryer is pitched as a luggage-friendly summer essential with foldable design and dual voltage for trips. Wellness Hydration: The Collagen Co launched Hydraglow, a collagen-infused electrolyte drink mix aimed at everyday hydration with multiple flavors. Industry/Market Watch: Red rice is framed as a growing ingredient category, with demand tied to functional food, nutraceuticals, and even personal care applications. Pop Culture: R&B and Disney duet legend Peabo Bryson died at 75 after a stroke, with tributes highlighting “Beauty and the Beast” and “A Whole New World.”