Last mentioned: Mar 24, 2026
MAC Live Launch
MAC Cosmetics begins live shopping broadcasts with staff hosts from its London studios.
Beauty Boom
Beauty category sales on TikTok grow by 60% YoY, led by skincare and makeup trends.
TikTok Shop Launch
TikTok Shop officially enters the UK retail market.
Estée Lauder is in advanced discussions to acquire Spanish luxury house Puig Brands in a deal valued at approximately $11.6 billion. The merger would combine Estée Lauder's skincare dominance with Puig's prestige fragrance and fashion portfolio, creating a global entity with $20 billion in annual sales.
MAC Cosmetics is launching a first-of-its-kind initiative in the UK, inviting its entire workforce to become affiliate sellers on TikTok Shop. By installing mini-studios in physical stores, the brand aims to blend professional artistry with social commerce to drive both digital sales and store foot traffic.
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