New brands and online retailers are exciting consumers as they embrace beauty trends.

WWD went behind the scenes to find what makes them tick.

The German fragrance industry toasted the best perfume releases of 2016 at its yearly prize ceremony.

German budget cosmetics brand Essence launched a make-it-yourself makeup pop-up shop with mix-your-own lipgloss and customized nail polish.

Olfactory innovators gathered to discuss the creative uses of scent, and awarded prizes to global creators of independent, artisan and experimental perfume works.

The Spanish perfumery chain holds more than 200 stores and two online shops.

Company sales were boosted by demand in emerging and mature markets.

Effective cost efficiencies helped the company’s income advance last year.

The iconic German footwear brand has created a natural cosmetic line based around the lifting effect of cork oak extract.

The makeup-artist led brand is broadening both its market reach and product range, with a new sheet mask.

The German consumer goods company marked a record year in 2016 for both sales and earnings.

The premium activewear brand’s next collection gets a colorful kick from the London-based designer.

The French executive will be responsible for Eucerin, Hansaplast and La Prairie.

The Berlin-based eyewear firm is launching distinctive capsule collections that allow its design studio unrestricted creative freedom.

The Berlin-based designer worked with the Polish premium women’s retailer to create a “greatest hits” collection.