Club Med is a chain of hotels and resorts based in France and is owned by Fosun Group. In 1954, the company launched its first Club Med hotel in Salerno, Italy. Known as a chain of luxury hotels, Club Med Italy inaugurated its 3rd Exclusive Collection resort in Sicily. This hotel is also the first 5 Trident resort in Europe.

Baule Volante is an organic retailer, wholesaler and manufacturer which was established in 1987 in Italy. The company started as a small family business offering a range of organic brands to an already established organic brand, Rapunzel, and is now a leader in the distribution of organic products in Europe. Baule Volante has been part of the EcorNaturaSì group since 2008. The firm partnered with Fior di Loto in 2018 and began operating under the name Baule Volante & Fior di Loto Srl. Moreover, the company is planning on creating a new group called Biotobio.

Baule Volante has over 3500 product references in the food categories.

Baule Volante supplies to 2500 shops including retailers and businesses in the horeca sector such as pharmacies, hotels, restaurants, cafes,  etc.

Baule Volante grows a lot of its products on its farm.

Baule Volante  offers cookbooks under the series known as ‘I Ricettari Volanti’. These can be found in local health food stores.

Baule Volante achieved a turnover of €52 million in 2019.

The company offers the different which include:

• Drinks: fruit juices and many more
• Savory Grocery: pasta, grains, flour, snacks, etc
• Sweet Grocery: tea, coffee, sweets, etc
• Dairy: butter, cream, margarine, etc
• Personal Care: soap, supplements, cosmetics, etc
• Homecare: detergents and many more.

Baule Volante provides gluten-free and free-from items as well.

The firm works with over 250 organic producers.

Baule Volante also launched its own brand, Baule Volante, under which the company offers tomato sauce, syrup, sugar, vinegar, yeast and many more.

Baule Volante follows the European legislation for organic certification.

Import Parfumerie is a Swiss retailer which specialises in cosmetics since 1976 and has been part of the Coop Cooperative since 1998. The company owns over 110 branches and operates an online store as well. Import Parfumerie is headquartered in Winterthur, Zurich.

Import Parfumerie employs over 600 people.

Import Parfumerie is recognised as the leading perfume and skincare company in Switzerland. 

Import Parfumerie offers products in the following category:

•  Personal Care: make up, skincare, perfume and hair care.

 The company has worked with over 380 listed brands including Clarins, Versace, Burberry and The Balm.

Previously known as Littlewoods Directs, Very is an online retail company which was founded in 2009 in the UK. It is part of The Very Group. The firm is an online shopping platform that supplies personal care products countrywide. It is headquartered in Speke, Liverpool.

Very also owns a mobile application.

Additionally, Very offers services such as installation, upholstery, and recycling.

Very markets its products by celebrity endorsements. The firm has worked with actors and singers like Jameela Jamil, Diana Vickers, Fearne Cotton and many more.

Very currently supplies 2.82 million customers, experiencing an increase of 8.5%.

Very offers products in the personal care category which includes perfume, make up, skincare, face care and hair care. 

The company’s current partners include Nyx Professional, L’Oreal Paris, Calvin Klein, Burberry, Adidas, Clinique and many more.

Very offers next-day deliveries as well.

Very’s online shop is accessible on www.very,com

Denn’s Biomarkt is a chain of supermarkets which focuses on organic products. The company is a subsidiary of Dennree. Denn’s Biomarkt was founded in 1996 in Germany and now has over 285 stores across Germany and Austria. 

Denn’s Biomarkt entered a partnership with Biomarkt to form Biomarkt Verbund.

Denn’s Biomarkt offers over 6000 references in the food categories.

Each store has a bakery which offers cooked food products.

Denn’s Biomarkt achieved a turnover of €466 million in 2019 and employed a total of 3030 people.

Denn’s Biomarkt offers products in the following category:

• Fresh & Chilled Food: ready-made meals, vegetables, meat, etc.

The firm offers organic, natural and vegan products. 

Products available in Denn’s Biomarkt are supplied by Dennree. 

The products offered by Denn’s Biomarkt meet the standards of Bioland, Naturland and Demeter.

Action launched in Luxembourg in 2015. The company which is a part of Action Group, a retail chain dealing in food and non-food products. Action Luxembourg has over 6000 references and each week, around 150 new products are added to the range.

Action Luxembourg offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: candy, chocolate, dried fruits, cookies, etc. 

• Savory Grocery: crisps, chips, pet food, noodles cup, etc.

• Drinks: soft drinks, energy drinks and a variety of other drinks

• Personal Care: oral care, hair care, pet care, fragrances, etc.

• Household:  a range of cleaning supplies

• Bazar: a variety of bathroom accessories

Action Luxembourg offers products from around 350 well-known brands including (but not limited to) Whiskas, Kitekat, NatureFit, Fa, Sento, Culi Deco, Coca Cola, etc. 

Action Luxembourg also offers products from Action Group’s private labels that consist of 65 own brands. 

Douglas Romania is a retailer that specialises in personal care products. The company is a subsidiary of Douglas Holding and started operating in Romania in 2007. The firm has set up 19 stores and launched an online store in 2016, focusing on the Romanian market. 

The business offers a range of products in the following category:

• Personal Care: perfumery, face care, skincare, nail care, hair care as well as make up.

Products offered by Douglas Romania are also available in retail travel formats.

The company has partnered with brands such as Neogene, Bobbi Brown, Bvlgari, Clinique, By Terry and Chloe.

Furthermore, products under Douglas Holding’s own brand, Douglas, are also available. These products fall in the personal care category and includes face and skin care products such as cleansers, lip balms and lotions.

Douglas Romania has organised a beauty campaign and set up donation boxes at its stores in 2015 which helped the company raise money for Little People, a charity that helps Romanian children who suffer from cancer. 

Douglas Romania offers free delivery for purchases over € 24.6.

Douglas Romania's online shop is accessible on www.douglas.ro

Loewe Spain is a Spanish fashion house that was founded in 1846 by Enrique Loewe y Roessberg. Loewe Spain has been owned by the LVMH Group since 1996. Loewe Spain started as a leather making collective and gradually became a global brand. It is headquartered in Madrid.

The company owns 249 stores across the world and has also set up an online store. Loewe Spain operates branches in 4 other countries including the UK(London), Japan(Tokyo), China(Beijing) and Singapore. 

In 2019, Loewe Spain achieved a turnover of €317.9million and employed 220 people.

Loewe Spain is known for its luxury products mainly in the personal care category such as clothing, accessories, leather goods, fragrances and many more.

Loewe Spain has its own brand of fragrances and clothes. Most of Loewe Spain’s crafts are handmade.

Loewe Spain runs The Loewe Foundation, which partnered with the Antonio Gala Foundation to launch an organisation to promote Spanish poetry and young poets.  The Loewe Foundation also founded the Craft Prize in 2016 to award modern craftsmanship.

Loewe Spain offers free delivery across the world.

Loewe Spain’s online store is accessible on www.loewe.com

Hema Belgium is a subsidiary of Hema, a dutch company offering products in the personal care, sweet grocery, savory grocery and drinks categories. By 2010, the company had 85 stores across Belgium. 

 The company opened its first shop in Belgium in 1984, marking Hema’s first shop outside the Netherlands. Hema Belgium also operates an online shop.

Hema Belgium achieved a turnover of €147.7 million in 2019 and has 697 employees. 

Hema Belgium offers products in the different categories which include:

• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, biscuits, sweets, etc.
• Savory Grocery: crisps, biscuits, nuts, etc.
• Drinks: juices and many more.
• Personal Care: skincare, face care, oral care, hair care, makeup, etc.

Hema Belgium also offers a variety of organic products.

All products provided by the company are made under its private label.

Hema Belgium’s online store can be accessed on www.hema.com

Saks Fifth Avenue is a retail company which was founded in 1924 in the USA by Horace Saks and Berhard Gimbel. The business became the first large retail operation in Fifth Avenue which used to be a residential area. Hudson's Bay Company(HBC) bought the company in 2013.

Furthermore, Saks Fifth Avenue focuses mainly on clothing for women, men and children, shoes, accessories, home and beauty products. Saks Fifth Avenue expanded rapidly in the USA and entered the international market by setting up stores in Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kazakhstan, Canada and Mexico.

In 2000, Saks Fifth Avenue’s online shop was launched and featured not only the products one would find in any Saks store. Moreover, HBC partnered with Insight Partners in 2021 to establish Saks Fifth Avenue’s online business as a standalone company known as Saks. A mobile app is also operated by the business.

45 points of sales across various cities in the USA such as New York, Miami, Florida and many others are run by Saks Fifth Avenue.

Saks Fifth Avenue organises online events such as makeup application, hairstyling and workout sessions, held by various celebrities.

Among the services it provides,  Saks Fifth Avenue offers virtual as well as private in-store styling sessions by a professional stylist and its products can be altered as per customer’s requirements.

 Saks Fifth Avenue has also set up the following to provide its client with the best experience:

• The Fifth Avenue Club: offers styling in a private dressing suite designed as per each customer’s demands
• L’Avenue At Saks: offers Parisian dining in NYC

Additionally, Saks Fifth Avenue won The Luxury Retailer of the Year 2020 award as well as received several others such as a Webby for its webstore.

The firm achieved a turnover of €1.2 billion in 2021 and employed a total of 1200 employees.

Under the personal care category, Saks Fifth Avenue offers a wide variety of fragrances, hair care, skin care, face care and oral care products. 

Moreover, the company also manages its private label, Saks, which consists of several fashion lines for men, women as well as for the home. 

Saks Fifth Avenue has partnered with various brands such as Lancome, Chanel, Prada, Burberry, Gucci, Akola, Alexander McQueen, Bindya, Cartier, Dior, Etro and many more. These are imported from France, UK, Italy and many more. 

The firm also provides next-day deliveries.

The Saks Foundation, a program set up by Saks Fifth Avenue, in a partnership with several non-profit organisations including Trevor and Girls Inc, in order to help young adults with mental problems, has funded over €840 000 to more than 170 000 individuals.  Saks Fifth Avenue is expected to close all of its fur salons by the end of 2021 and is planning on banning the sale of all animal fur from all its stores and online shops by 2022.

In addition, Saks Fifth Avenue’s online store can be accessed on www.saksfifthavenue.com

So Bio is a chain of supermarkets specialised in organic products and serves the French market. The company was founded in 2005 by Nathalie and Jean-Marc Lachat. It is the first organic chain of supermarkets in France and offers high quality products at the lowest prices. In 2018, Carrefour acquired the company with the aim of speeding up its growth across the country.

So.Bio offers between 9000 to 11 000 product references.

So Bio currently operates 36 shops, 4 of which were opened in 2021. Most of these stores have a traditional butcher’s shop.

So Bio achieved a turnover of € 35 million in 2018.

So Bio offers products in the following categories:

• Dairy: cheese and many more.
• Fresh & Chilled Food: fruits, vegetables,meat, poultry, etc
• Savory Grocery: canned olives, dried fruits, pasta, etc

In order to be able to offer organic products at low prices, the company maintains strong relationships with its partners and prefers to work directly with producers.

So Bio sources products mainly from France, Turkey, USA, Italy, Spain and many more..

So Bio has acquired the Ecocert certification.

Pharmacy A5 was founded in 2006 in Russia. The company is a subsidiary of Pharmacy chain 36.6.

The company owns over 1000 drugstores and 300 of them are found in some Russia’s popular supermarket including Karusel, Pyaterochka, Perekrestok and many others.

The company X5 Retail acquired 8.45% of the chain in 2011 and has been working on improving the performance of Pharmacy A5. 

Pharmacy A5 offers a range of rare medecines all thanks to its new technologies and new retail standards.

Pharmacy A5 owns private labels under which the company provides pharmaceuticals products and medical goods  in pharmacies. These private labels are:

• A5
• Norma
• Pharmadar

Pharmacy A5 also runs an educational centre and staff are regularly trained in order to offer the best service to customers.

Benu Lekaren Slovakia is a subsidiary of Phoenix Group and is recognised as the largest pharmacy network in Europe. The company also has an online shop.

The firm operates 102 pharmacies across the country.

Benu Lekaren Slovakia  offers services such as atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, diabetes, allergy testings as well as online counseling.

Benu Lekaren Slovakia offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: sweeteners, dried fruits, nuts, etc
• Savory Grocery: quinoa, salty treats, oils, pasta, etc
• Personal Care: supplements, baby products, oral care, skincare, face care, etc

Benu Lekaren Slovakia offers gluten-free and organic food as well.

Benu Lekaren Slovakia has partnered with brands like Alavis, Alnatura, Barny’s, Bioderma, Cannaderm and Daylong.

The company offers products from Benu’s private label which consists of supplements, baby care and health care products.

Benu Lekaren Slovakia offers free shipping for orders exceeding €30.

Benu Lekaren Slovakia’s online shop is available on www.benulekaren.sk

Tamro Baltics is the leading distributor, retailer, and wholesaler of pharmaceutical products in Lithuania, Estonia and Latvia. The company is a subsidiary of Phoenix Group, a firm that distributes pharmaceutical products in 27 European countries. Tamro Baltics was founded in 1993. 

The business consisted of 3 companies; Tamro Lithuania, Tamro Latvia and Tamro Estonia. In 2012, the companies merged to form Tamro Baltics.

Tamro Baltics offers additional services such as advertisement of products and many others.

Tamro Baltics’s clients include mostly pharmacies, hospitals and businesses in the healthcare market. The firm works with 250 pharmacies and 226 BENU pharmacies which are owned by the Phoenix Group. 

Tamro Baltics achieved a turnover of €480 million. The company employs over 1400 persons.

Tamro Baltics provides various goods in the following category:

• Personal Care: pharmaceutical products, food supplements and skin care products

Tamro Baltics owns 3 distribution centres in Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, where goods are stored, managed and delivered.

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia is a chain of stores located in Bosnia. The firm specializes in the distribution of personal care and beauty products as well as food and beverages. The company is a subsidiary of DM Drogerie Markt and was founded in 2005. Its first store was opened in 2016 and now, DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia operates 78 stores in the country.

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia offers more than 14 000 references in the food and non-food categories.

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia provides training programs for its employees.

The firm achieved a turnover of € 103 million in 2020, experiencing an increase of 6% compared to 2019 and employs 768 people in total. 

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia was awarded as THE MOST DESIRABLE EMPLOYER 2020, the DOBRO award for philanthropy, and the WOMEN'S AWARD OF THE YEAR 2020.

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: hair care, makeup, baby care, fragrances, supplements, etc.
• Household: cleaners, disinfectants and other related products.
• Drinks: Juice, coconut water, smoothies, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: chewing gum, candies, muesli bar, etc.
• Savory Grocery: bread, oil, seasonings, nuts, etc..

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia also supplies gluten-free, dairy-free, organic, natural, vegan and vegetarian products.

The firm works with 32 brands such as Seinz, Stella Jones, LVLY and many more.

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia provides items from its private labels which are as follows (not limited to):

• DM Bio: a brand of organic products such as juices, cereals, tea, pasta , etc.
• Alverde: a range of natural cosmetics including skin, face and hair care
• Balea: a brand of body care products
• Your Best: a range of pet food and pet care products
• Jessa: a brand of hygiene products
• Ebelin: a brand of makeup and hair accessories
• Mivolis: a brand of supplements and teas

DM Drogerie Markt Bosnia owns a warehouse of 5828 m2 where all its products are stored.

Barbora Latvia is an online retailer focusing on food, beverages, home and personal care products  and is a subsidiary of Maxima Group. The company is located in Latvia and is part of Barbora, an e-commerce platform.

Barbora Latvia offers over 7000 references in the food and non-food category. 

Barbora Latvia offers products in the various categories:

• Sweet Grocery: candy boxes, pastries, chocolate, etc.
• Savory Grocery: pasta, noodles, rice, etc.
• Dairy: pasteurized milk, cheese, egg, etc.
• Frozen Food: vegetables, meat, seafood, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: sausage, poultry, meat, etc.
• Household: detergents, cleaners, air fresheners, etc.
• Personal care: hair care, face care, oral care, etc. 
• Drinks: whiskey, wine, cognac, etc.

Barbora Latvia offers several organic and ecological products.

Furthermore, Barbora Latvia deals with renowned brands such as Coca Cola, Jameson, Martini, Kinder and many more.

Delivery is free for orders exceeding €49.99. Barbora Latvia offers home delivery as well. The minimum order on the online store is €19.99.

Barbora Latvia’s online shopping platform is accessible on www.barbora.lv

Kontigo, a chain of 33 cosmetics stores owned by Eurocash, was established in Poland in 2014. Kontigo also runs its online shop as well as a mobile application. It is headquartered in Komorniki.

Apart from selling a wide range of cosmetics, Kontigo also provides makeup services. 

In 2019, Kontigo employed 131 people and achieved a turnover of € 6.5 million.

Kontigo provides products in the personal care category such as makeup, skincare, fragrances, etc.

The range includes natural and vegan products. 

Some of the brands available include Braziker, Ayumi, Affect, Savidoff, etc. Moreover, Kontigo is the exclusive reseller for brands like Rosie, Moov, Biolove, etc. 

Kontigo also has its own brand of makeup accessories which it offers under the name, Kontigo.

Kontigo partnered with third-party delivery companies such as DPD and InPost Parcel Lockers to carry out deliveries for its orders.

Kontigo’s online shop can be found on www.kontigo.com.pl

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia is a subsidiary of DM Drogerie Markt. The company was established in 1994 and Its first store was opened in 1995. DM Drogerie Markt Croatia now has 160 stores in Croatia as well as an online shop. The firm is a wholesaler, retailer and importer which specialises in the distribution of food and non-food products across Croatia.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia provides over 17 000 references in the food and non-food categories.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia offers services such as photo corner, OTC corner and makeup consultations.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia achieved a turnover of €234 million for the financial year 2020 and currently employs 1592 employees. 

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia was awarded Employer of first choice for 12 years in a row, the Golden Basket and Woman's Choice Award in 2020, as well as the Learning Disruption Award in 2019.

The business offers a range of products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: hair care, makeup, baby care, fragrances, supplements, etc.
• Household: cleaners and disinfectants
• Drinks: Juice, coconut water, smoothies, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: cereals, chewing gum, candies, muesli bar, etc.
• Savory Grocery: bread, rolls, oil, seasonings, nuts, etc.
• Dairy: milk and other dairy products

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia also offers vegan, dairy-free and organic products.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia works with brands such as Maybelline, Nivea, Garnier, etc.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia provides its clients with products from DM Drogerie’s private labels, including (not limited to):

• DM Bio: a brand of organic products which entered the market in 2015. Products such as juices, cereals, tea, pasta and oils are available
• Alverde: a range of natural cosmetics including skin, face and hair care
• Balea: a brand of body care products
• Your Best: a range of pet food and pet care products
• Jessa: a brand of hygiene products
• Ebelin: a range of makeup and hair accessories
• Mivolis: a brand of supplements and teas

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia imports its products from Germany, USA, France and many more.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia is certified by Demetar, Bio, Microplastics, DAAB, Sustainable Cleaning, NaTrue, Clover, Blue Angel, FSC, Öko-Tex, and Vegan Flower.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia owns a distribution centre in the country.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia donates to several organisations such as The Red Cross, Pink and Ruder Boskovic.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia offers recycled plastic bags/paper bags/reusable polyester bags as an alternative to plastic bags.

DM Drogerie Markt Croatia’s online shop can be accessed on www.dm.hr

Sephora Romania is a retailer of personal care and beauty products. Sephora Romania is part of Sephora and a subsidiary of LVMH Group. Sephora Romania was founded in 2007 and now has set up 36 stores across the country. The company also runs an online shop.

In 2019, Sephora Romania achieved a turnover of € 59.1 million and employed 272 people. 

Sephora Romania offers a wide range of products in the following category:

• Personal Care: makeup, perfumes, face care, skin care, hair care, etc.

Sephora Romania provides products from brands like Belif, Diesel, Dior, Amika, Opi, Jimmy Choo, Kenzo, etc.

Sephora Romania also offers products from Sephora’s own brand Sephora Collection which consists of products in the personal care category such as makeup, skincare and face care.

Furthermore, the company also came up with special kits known as Sephora Favorites. These kits consist of current best selling products which are packed together for a special price and they are available for a limited time. 

Delivery is free for purchases exceeding € 36.9.

Sephora Romania’s online shop is accessible on www.sephora.ro

Sephora Czech Republic is a retailer of personal care products which was founded in 2001 and is part of the company, Sephora. Sephora is a subsidiary of LVMH Group. The company operates 19 stores in Czech Republic as well as an online shop. 

Moreover, Sephora Czech Republic provides brow services in the Benefit Brow Bar found in its stores.

Sephora Czech Republic achieved a turnover of € 37.3 million in 2018 and employed a total of 314 people.

Sephora Czech Republic won the Consumer Superbrand award in 2015.

Sephora Czech Republic offers a wide range of personal care products such as makeup, haircare, skincare, fragrances and many more.

Sephora Czech Republic has partnered with various well-known premium brands including Lancome, Too Faced, Yves Saint Laurent, Dior, Nars, Clinique, Clarins and Benefit Cosmetics. 

Sephora Czech Republic also offers products from Sephora’s own brand, Sephora Collection, which consists of makeup, face care and skincare products. 

Furthermore, Sephora Czech Republic imports its goods from France, USA, Italy and several other countries.

Sephora Czech’s online shop is accessible on www.sephora.cz

Kruidvat France is part of the drugstore chain, Kruidvat, and specialises in health and beauty products. The company is a subsidiary of the AS Watson group which was acquired by CK Hutchison Holdings. Kruidvat France started operating in France in 2015.

Furthermore, Kruidvat France operates a total of 3 stores countrywide.

In 2019, Kruidvat France attained a turnover of €6.9 million and employed 14 people. 

The company offers products in the personal care category which consists of skincare, makeup, face care, oral care, baby care and hair care products. 

Products from brands like Mixa, Pampers, Nivea, Dop, Le Petit Marseillais and Maybelline are available. These are imported from the UK, USA, Belgium and many other countries.

Kruidvat France also provides items from its parent company’s private labels which consists of various high quality personal care products which are as follows:

• Kruidvat Solait: A range of sun protection lotions for adults and children
• Kruidvat Pro: a series of supplements
• Kruidvat Skin Science: a set of face care products
• Kruidvat Natures: a range of face care products using natural ingredients
• Kruidvat Originals: a range of face care, body care, oral care and supplements
• Kruidvat Moments of Me: a range of bath products

Primark UK is a retailer, founded by Arthur Ryan, that offers clothing, accessories, shoes, beauty products and confectionery goods. The company is part of Primark Ireland and a subsidiary of Associated British Foods. 

Primark UK was launched in the UK in 1973 when its first store opened in Derby.

Nowadays, the company manages 191 stores in the UK and launched the largest Primark shop in the world in Birmingham in 2019. 

The Guardian, a British newspaper, states that Primark UK is the UK’s largest retailer in terms of volume. This is because the company has been able to maintain low prices, control its stock and stay relevant to the latest trends.

In the personal care category, Primark UK offers products such as skincare, makeup, toiletries and fragrances. 

Moreover, cruelty-free products are available as well.

The company works with brands such as Sweet Dreams, Velvet Cherry, Pink Blossom and Super Blends.

Items provided by Primark UK are imported from India, New Zealand, Korea and many more.

In addition, Primark UK is certified by Leaping Bunny.

Primark UK is highly selective and suppliers willing to work with the company have to abide by the company’s Code of Conduct and Metal Control Policy. The firm also carries out regular audits at the different suppliers’ factories to ensure that they respect the code of conduct.

Used electrical items are also recycled by Primark UK to be environment-friendly.

Groupon Netherlands is an online retailer based in the Netherlands. It is a subsidiary of Groupon, an American e-commerce business which was founded in 2008. In 2010, the company entered the Dutch market by acquiring CityDeal. Groupon Netherlands runs a mobile app as well.

Over the years, Groupon Netherlands gained popularity in the country and now has a total of 34 million active customers and more than 1 million merchants use the platform to hunt for new customers.

Moreover, Groupon Netherlands organises live events, wine tastings and many others to promote its products.

In 2021, Groupon Netherlands achieved a turnover of €467 million.

Groupon Netherlands offers a range of products in different categories which include:

• Household: detergents, fabric softeners, cleaning products, etc
• Personal Care: oral care, skin care, face care, cosmetics, etc
• Sweet Grocery: candy, chocolate, tea bags, etc
• Savory Grocery: olive oil, pasta, noodles, rice, chips, etc
• Drinks: iced tea, alcoholic beverages, water, etc

Furthermore, Groupon Netherlands helped 3975 small businesses through its Social Responsibility program and donated food to nearly 800,000 people. The firm also encourages its employees to volunteer for nonprofit partners and NGOs worldwide. So far, 65% of Groupon Netherlands’ associates supported 362 organisations.

Groupon Netherlands’s online shop is available on www.groupon.nl

L’Oreal China is a manufacturer and retailer that focuses on high-end personal care products. The company is a subsidiary of L’Oreal Paris and was launched in Shanghai in 1997. Moreover, the firm acquired Takami Co in 2020.

L’Oreal China has adapted its marketing strategies in line with the trends in the Asian market. For instance, the company works with popular Asian influencers like Michelle Phan, Yuan Wang and many others. L’Oreal China also collaborates with famous brands such as Hey Tea and Disney.

Furthermore, L’Oreal China has launched L'Oreal China Training Center in 2012. The training centre offers training programmes for beauty consultants, hair stylists, health skin consultants, managers and sales staff. 

L’Oreal China has partnered with Alibaba to co-create the first AI-based mobile application which diagnoses acne and 3D makeup try-on facility on Tmall’s mini app.

Products provided by the company are targeted not only to Asian customers but to professionals as well. L’Oreal China’s products can be found in mass market, department stores, pharmacies, drugstores, hair salons, travel retail, branded retail and e-commerces.

L’Oreal China attained a turnover of € 37.8 billion and has created 30 000 jobs in China. The company has also offered jobs to people with disabilities in its L’Oreal Factory in Suzhou. L’Oreal China’s turnover has grown by 33% according to the online reporter China Daily. Furthermore, the firm has emerged as the leader in the cosmetics industry in China.

L'Oreal China was awarded the China Charity Award several times. The firm also won the Best Corporate Public Image Award, China’s Best Corporate Citizen and the Most Brand Influential Enterprise.

Moreover, China is the second largest market for L’Oreal.

The company offers a wide range of personal care products that include skin care, face care, makeup, hair care and fragrances. 

L’Oreal China deals with brands such as Biotherm, Clery, Giorgio Armani and many more.

L’Oreal China offers products from L'Oreal Paris’s private label. 

Furthermore, L’Oreal China has also introduced other brands owned by L’Oreal Paris to the Asian market:

• Lancome - this luxury brand of cosmetic products has been performing well in China and has also adapted its products for the Asian customer by launching a skincare line appropriate for Asian skin. 
• Yves Saint Laurent - Yves Saint Laurent was launched in China in 2013 and  introduced many of its luxury products in China.
• Yue Sai - L’Oreal China acquired Yue Sai in 2004. The company offers a range of products influenced by traditional medicine in Asia.

Additionally, the company has launched special lines for the Asian market which include a line of sun protection creams. 

L’Oreal China has set up 3 production plants in the country and the products manufactured are distributed in China as well as Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asia.

In addition, L’Oreal China established the L'Oréal Group's R&D and Innovation Center in 2005 in Shanghai. This research facility focuses on creating and developing formulas appropriate for Chinese skin and hair. 

L’Oreal China has also been working on ways to stop animal testing in China. The company opened Episkin in 2014. Episkin produces reconstructed skins which can be used to test products instead of using animals. 

Moreover, the company has set up L’Oreal Foundation which has been supporting various projects in research as well as public welfare. 

L’Oreal China is part of Green Parcel Project which provides green materials for approximately 10 million packages for e-commerce delivery.

Beauty Bar is a company which offers a range of personal care products which include non-traditional makeup and skincare. Beauty Bar is part of Stores Specialists Inc (SSI) which is a subsidiary of Rustan’s Group. 

Beauty Bar was founded in 1999. The company owns several stores across the Philippines and expanded in 2011 by launching its online shop. Beauty Bar stores also have a nail salon known as Dashing Diva Nail Spa which is a New-yorkese franchise.

Beauty Bar offers products in the following category:

• Personal Care: makeup, face care, skincare, hair care, baby care products.

The company’s portfolio consists of products from various brands across the world which include Dear Klairs, Kracie, Beauty for Real, Natur Vital, Lululun, Cargo and Pili Beauty. 

Beauty Bar’s online shop is accessible on beautybar.com.ph

Shoppers Drug Mart is a retailer that offers personal care and over-the-counter pharmaceutical products and was founded in 1962 in Canada by pharmacist Murray Koffler, who inherited two Koffler's Drugs pharmacies at the age of 20. The firm reunited individual pharmacies under one name. By 2001, Shoppers Drug Mart was listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and is part of the Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation. The company was acquired by LobLaw Companies in 2013. 

Furthermore, Shoppers Drug Mart had 17 stores in 1962 and it expanded to 1307 stores as well as a mobile app operating in Canada today. 

The business runs 2 subsidiaries which are as follows:

• Shoppers Simply Pharmacy
• Wellwise by Shoppers

Shoppers Drug Mart offers several services under the following banners(not limited to):

• The Beauty Clinic: offers a wide variety of cosmetic products
• The Health Clinic: was established to offer healthcare services
• Shaping Health Network: specialises in PSP

Moreover, services such as online prescriptions, testings, screenings, vaccinations are offered to customers.

There are currently over 18 million members benefitting from Shoppers Drug Mart’s loyalty program, PC Optimum.

Shoppers Drug Mart achieved a turnover of €480 million in 2020.

Products in the personal care category such as supplements, make up, face care, hair care, oral care and skin care products are available at Shoppers Drug Mart  

Brands such as Garnier, Avène, Chanel, Clean, Darphin, Dior and Nivea collaborate with Shoppers Drug Mart. These are imported from France, UK, Italy and many other countries.

Shoppers Drug Mart also launched its private labels which consist of the following brands:

• Quo: Quo is a cosmetics brand launched in 1999 and offers products such as face care and make up as well as professional makeup accessories.
• Life: Since 1962, this brand has been offering products such as supplements and oral care products. The company has over 2000 references.
• SANIS: This brand offers drug products which are meant to ensure that no medication errors are made.

The LOVE YOU program was launched by Shoppers Drug Mart to help in improving women’s health.

Fashion Avenue Singapore is a Duty-Free retailer which specialises in the distribution of designer wear and accessories in the travel retail sector. It is a subsidiary of DFS Group and the shop of over 4000 square feet is located at Changi Airport, Singapore.

Products in the personal care category such as perfumes, makeup, skincare, etc, are available at Fashion Avenue Singapore.

Furthermore, Fashion Avenue Singapore offers an array of  luxury products from designer brands such as Moschino, Fendi, Chloe, Proenza Schouler and Loewe. These are imported from the USA, France, Italy and many other countries.

Sephora Turkey is a retailer of beauty care products. The company is part of Sephora which is a subsidiary of LVMH group. Sephora Turkey acquired Tekin Acar Cosmetics and opened 42 shops in various malls in cities like Istanbul and Adena. Furthermore, customers can also purchase products on its online shop.

Sephora Turkey offers over 16 000 references in the personal care category.

Sephora Turkey was reported to achieve a turnover of €1.68 million.

Sephora Turkey offers a wide range of products in the following category:

• Personal Care: skincare, makeup, hair care, perfume, etc. 

There are 250 brands which are available in Sephora Turkey. A few of them are Huda Beauty, Becca, Benefit, Anastasia Beverly Hills and Urban Decay.

Furthermore, Sephora Turkey also offers products from Sephora’s own brand which consists of a variety of makeup and skincare products.

Sephora Turkey offers free delivery for orders exceeding €35.7.

Sephora Turkey’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.com

The Body Shop is a manufacturer, retailer and a chain of natural beauty products which was founded in 1976 by Annita Roddick in Brighton, UK. The company was previously owned by L’Oreal Paris before being bought by Natura Group in 2017.

The Body Shop has expanded quickly and now operates 3000 stores in 68 countries. These shops are either owned by the company or operate as franchised stores. The Body Shop has businesses all over Asia, the Middle East, Africa, America and Europe. In the UK, the company manages 239 stores.

The Body Shop offers over 1000 references.

The Body Shop achieved a turnover of  €880 million in 2019 and employed 2997 employees. 

The Body Shop offers a wide range of natural products in the personal category which consist of skin care, perfumes and hair care under its own brand, The Body Shop. 

The Body Shop’s product range consists of items which have been made out of natural or natural origin ingredients. The company also uses synthetic ingredients which are biodegradable. All products provided by The Body Shop are vegan and fair trade.

Moreover, The Body Shop is B Corp certified.

The business doesn’t support animal testing and thus, products are either tested on people or on tissues which have been produced in laboratories. 

Furthermore, the company also ensures that recycled packaging is used for all the products. 

The Body Shop also has a loyalty programme known as Love Your Body Club. Customers who join as members benefit from special offers and earn rewards on their purchase. Furthermore, there’s exclusive events for the members. 

The Body Shop also launched its foundation which supports various projects concerning human rights, animal rights as well as environmental projects. 

The Body Shop offers free delivery for orders exceeding €29.

The Body Shop’s online store is available on www.thebodyshop.com

Herba Imodac Switzerland is a company that distributes a range of beauty products across Switzerland. It was founded in 1973. The company is a subsidiary of Promena. Herba Imodac Switzerland also operates an online shop called Click & Beauty.

The company offers a range of services from marketing and POS services to logistics.

Herba Imodac Switzerland distributes its products to around 1500 drugstores and chemists in the country. The firm’s clients include specialist pharmacies, chemist retailers, retail trade and departmental stores. Some examples are Adorelle, Venova, Vita Drogerie and many more.

Herba Imodac Switzerland employs 50 persons and achieved an annual turnover of € 5.8 million.

The company offers products in the personal care category such as hair care, body care and oral care products. 

Herba Imodac Switzerland works with brands such as  L'Oreal, Wella, Goldwell, Schwarzkopf and many more.

Herba Imodac Switzerland also developed a range of private labels which include:

• Herba - a range of hair care, body care, manicure and pedicure products, jewelry and bathroom accessories. This brand is usually available in specialist retailers stores.
• Body & Spa - A brand of body care products which are produced in a sustainable way and are environmentally-friendly.
• Beauty Fashion - a range of beauty and body care accessories
• BZ Collection - a range of hair as well as beauty accessories

Herba Imodac Switzerland imports its products from France, Germany, Switzerland and many more.

The firm partnered with Promlog, a third party warehousing company, to store and distribute its products. 

Herba Imodac Switzerland’s online store can be accessed on www.clickandbeauty.ch

Amazon France is an e-commerce platform which was launched in 2000 in France. The company is a subsidiary of Amazon, an American e-commerce company. 

The online retailer also introduced Amazon Business in France in 2018. France thus became the 6th country to offer Amazon Business which allows sellers to reach out to more customers in the country and enjoy facilities such as premium free shipping and useful analytics for them to analyse how their business is performing.

In 2021, Amazon France organised Prime Day, 2 exclusive days where customers can benefit from coupons and discounts on a number of items manufactured in France. The purpose behind Prime Day is to promote French producers, artisans and SMEs. € 85 million was injected to run Prime Day. In fact, Around 300 000 SMEs are benefiting from this event. 

Amazon France achieved a turnover of €5.9 billion in 2020.  

Furthermore, the company is the 5th most visited website in France and one of the leading e-commerce websites in the world. Most recently, it was announced that Amazon France was ranked as the top website where French people spend the most. In fact, Amazon France holds 22.2% of the market.

Amazon France offers products in various categories which include:

• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, jam, honey and cereals
• Savory Grocery: chips, snacks, oil, pasta and sauces
• Drinks: beer, spirits, wines and soft drinks
• Personal Care: skin care, cosmetics, supplements as well as pet supplies

The firm also offers a wide range of organic brands.

Amazon France offers brands such as Scholl, EA FIT, Senseo, Coca Cola, Volvic, Casino and many more.

The company started with 1 distribution centre in Saron in 2000 and now manages 9 fulfillment centres across France.

Amazon France’s e-commerce platform can be accessed on www.amazon.fr

Newpharma Belgium is an online pharmacy located in Liege, Belgium. The company was founded in 2008. It is specialised in the online distribution of medicines without prescriptions.

It offers more than 39 000 references and Newpharma Belgium has served up to 1.6 million customers till date.

In the year 2022, the firm achieved a turnover of €54.3 million and it employs more than 100 people.  

Newpharma Belgium offers products in the personal care category which include supplements, hair care, body care, etc.

Over 1700 brands such as Too Fruit, Vichy, La Roche Posay and Nuxe, are offered by Newpharma Belgium. 

Newpharma Belgium holds certifications from BeCommerce, SafeShops and AFMPS. The company is recognised by the FAMHP as well.

With regards to its logistics solutions, orders are delivered countrywide as well as across France and it is carried out by third-party delivery companies such as DPD, Collishop, Bpost and many more.

Its online shop is accessible on: www.newpharma.be

Magasin Du Nord is a chain of 7 department stores located in Denmark. The store was founded in 1868 by Wessel and Emil Vett and was acquired by Debenhams in 2009. Magasin Du Nord was formerly known as De Forenede Hvidevarer Forretninger. The firm then expanded by opening stores in Aalborg and Copenhagen which followed by rebranding the company to Magasin Du Nord. The business also operates an online store.

Magasin Du Nord offers a loyalty program known as Goodies where beauty gifts and gift cards are available as well as contests and events are held frequently. Goodies also has a mobile application. Goodies serves over 500 000 members and its application was downloaded 100 000 times. Moreover, the firm partnered with Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Prismic, Mulesoft, Bronto, Zendesk and InRiver to increase its sales. 

Magasin Du Nord provides clients with services such as personal shoppers and beauty treatments.

Magasin Du Nord has over 15 million visits per year.

Magasin Du Nord operates restaurants and cafes in the same building as its stores. Some examples are Sushi Daily, Coffee Ten, Retreat, Riccos and many more.

Magasin Du Nord achieved a turnover of € 339 million in 2019.

Magasin Du Nord offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: face care, hair care, fragrances, makeup, etc
• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, candy, tea, etc

Magasin Du Nord also offers natural and organic products. In addition to this, products in travel size format are also available.

Brands such as The Ordinary, IsaDora, Ouai, Lavinde, Bvlgari and Goldea are available.

Magasin Du Nord imports its products from UK, France, Canada, etc.

Free shipping is offered for purchases over € 67.

Magasin Du Nord’s online store is accessible on www.magasin.dk

Douglas Poland is a beauty retailer based in Poland since 2001. The company is part of a German company named Douglas Holding. Douglas Poland has an online shop as well.

Douglas Poland achieved a turnover of €202 million in 2019 and the company employed 1595 people.

Douglas Poland offers products in the personal care category which includes skincare, makeup, fragrances and many others.

Douglas Poland offers brands such as Mac, Chanel, Yonelle, Alba, etc.

Furthermore, the company also offers its own brands which include:

• Douglas: a range of makeup accessories which include hairbrushes, mirrors, polishers, sponge, hair clips soaps
• Douglas Beauty System: body care products
• Douglas Collection: a variety of face care, accessories and makeup products

Douglas Poland offers free shipping for purchases exceeding €4.3.

Douglas Poland’s online shop is accessible on www.douglas.pl

Continente Portugal is a family-owned chain of hypermarkets which was founded in 1985. Continente was the first hypermarket to open in the country. The company also operates an online shop as well as a mobile application.

Continente Portugal started as a merger between Modelo and Continente. Continente was partly-owned by Carrefour. In 2008, Carrefour sold its shares to Sonae.

Continente Portugal manages 519 stores in Portugal. 

Continente Portugal operates in different formats:

• Continente: englobes the hypermarket format
• Continente Bom Dia: supermarkets and convenience stores
• Continente Modelo: shops located in urban centres

Continente Portugal recently opened a self check-out cashier-less shop, equipped with cameras and shelf sensors, in Lisbon. The firm is the first European business to do so.

 The firm launched the Continente Card on which customers can benefit from various promotions. Approximately 1.5 million of Continente Portugal’s clients own the card.

Continente Portugal achieved a turnover of €40 million in 2020.

Continente Portugal offers products in various categories which include:

• Drinks: soft drinks, juices, wine, beer, etc
• Frozen: meat, fruits, vegetables, ice-cream, fish, etc
• Dairy: milk, yoghurts, cheese, etc
• Household: air fresheners, detergents, dishwash liquid, etc
• Personal Care: hair care, body care, baby care, make-up, fragrances, etc
• Savory Grocery: spices, oil, mustard, etc
• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, cereals, pastries, etc

The company also offers vegetarian, vegan, organic and gluten-free products.

Continente Portugal works with brands such as Sagres, Persil, Nivea, Margao, etc.

Continente Portugal has developed several private labels which are as follows (not limited to):

• Casa Jardim: offers garden tools
• Animais Zu: supplies pet food and many others
• Continente Negocios: offers grocery items and many more

The firm imports its products from Germany, India, Switzerland and many more.

Continente Portugal saves 4200 tons of plastics every year. Moreover, the company supports over 1000 food bank organisations.

Continente Portugal’s online store is accessible on www.continente.pt

Lord & Taylor is a departmental store chain which was founded in 1826 and is based in the US. The company is part of Hudson Bay Company. The firm manages 45 shops and 4 L&T outlets as well as an online shop.

Lord & Taylor achieved a turnover of € 902 million in 2018. 

The company offers a wide range of products which include clothing, accessories and personal care products. 

The personal care category consists of fragrances, makeup, skincare and face care. 

The company offers brands such as Estee Lauder, Clinique, Lancome, Dior, DKNY, Dopp, Dyson, Laura Mercier, Versace and Ralph Lauren Fragrances. 

Free shipping is offered on orders above € 81.50.

Lord & Taylor’s online shop is accessible on www.lordandtaylor.com

UPDATES ON LORD & TAYLOR ON 11/05/2021

In 2019, Le Tote acquired Lord & Taylor.

In 2020 Lord & Taylor went into liquidation due to the covid 19 pandemic. The stores closed down.

However, in April 2021, the company was acquired by Saadia Group, Since then, Lord & Taylor has been relaunched as an online store only. 

Bloomingdale’s is a chain of luxury department stores based in the US. The company was founded in 1861 by Joseph B. and Lyman G. Bloomingdale and was acquired by Macy’s in 1994. Bloomingdale’s operates 53 stores including  33 department stores, 1 furniture store, 19 outlet stores and an online shop. 

Furthermore, Bloomingdale’s provides services such as makeovers, facials, skincare consultations, tailoring, alterations and personal stylists.

The firm achieved a turnover of €900 million.

Products in the personal care category such as cosmetics and many more are available at Bloomingdale’s.

The company offers a wide range of clothing, accessories, home accessories and cosmetics from various luxury brands. Bloomingdale’s has constantly brought the latest products from major designers like Alo Yoga, Athena, Bardot, Calvin Klein, Elan, Divine Heritage, Frame, Guess and J Brand.

Bloomingdale’s has also developed its private labels which consist of:

• Aqua: A brand of trendy clothes, shoes and accessories for women
• The Men’s store: a brand of men's clothing and accessories
• Hudson Park Collection: a brand that offers beddings made out of premium fabrics
• Dylan Gray: a luxury clothing brand that offers clothing for men

Bloomingdale’s supports charities and institutions that carry out research concerning cancer. 

Bloomingdale’s online shop is accessible on www.bloomingdales.com

Too Faced Cosmetics is an American company founded by Jerrod Blandino and Jeremy Johnson in 1998. The founders worked at the Estée Lauder counter and gained experience in the makeup field, which then led to the start of Too Faced Cosmetics. The company focuses on makeup and personal care products. The company has set up an online shop as well.

 In 2016, Estee Lauder Companies acquired Too Faced Cosmetics.

Too Faced Cosmetics’s products can be found in Sephora stores, Ulta, Walmart and Shoppers Drug Mart.

Too Faced Cosmetics is available in over 30 countries such as the UK, Denmark, Sweden, etc.

Too Faced Cosmetics achieved a turnover of €230 million in 2016.

Too Faced Cosmetics offers a wide range of products in the personal care category including eye shadow, lipstick, primer, mascara and many more makeup products. 

All items provided by Too Faced Cosmetics are cruelty-free and paraben-free.

Too Faced Cosmetics offers international shipping for several countries like Ireland, United Kingdom, Mexico, and Canada.

Too Faced Cosmetics’s online store is accessible on www.toofaced.com

Created in 2006, Auchan E-Commerce is the online platform for Auchan and is one of the subsidiaries of Auchan Group. This division enables Auchan to offer a wider range of products to customers. 

Auchan E-Commerce operates a total of 10 establishments in France.

Moreover, the firm was reported to process over 700 000 orders.

According to Observatoire des Usages Internet of Médiamétrie, Auchan E-commerce was one of the top 15 most visited platforms in 2017. The platform registered 9 million monthly visitors during that year.

In 2020, Auchan E-commerce achieved a turnover of €1.02 billion and employed experts in the digital field as well as a web marketing team. 

Auchan E-commerce offers an extensive range of products under various categories such as:

• Drinks: wine, champagne, alcoholic beverages, etc
• Personal Care: baby care products and many more

Brands such as Balvenie, Neisson, Knockando and several others collaborate with Auchan E-commerce. It imports its items from Scotland and many other countries.

The firm owns and manages its warehouses in the north of France and maintains an up-to-date management system for its logistics. 

Auchan E-Commerce can be accessed on www.auchan.fr

Founded in 1858, Robinsons Singapore is part of the chain of departmental stores, Robinsons. Since 2008, the company is owned by the company Al-Futtaim. 

Robinsons Singapore operates 3 stores in the country as well as an online shop. 

The firm offers a wide range of personal care products which include makeup, fragrances, hair care and skin care products. The company works with brands like Trussardi, Aigner, Carven, Care Mia and Abercrombie & Fitch

Robinsons Singapore’s online store is accessible on https://www.robinsons.com.sg/

Founded in 1997 in Italy, Kiko Milano is a retailer specialising in personal care products which include skin care and make up. The company is a subsidiary of Percassi group. Kiko Italy offers a range of quality products at reasonable prices and currently has around 1200 references. The firm also manages an online store.

Kiko Milano operates 875 shops in 18 countries including France, Germany and the UK. The firm distributes to 36 countries as well.

In 2020, Kiko Milano announced that it will launch 50 shops in other countries such as Russia, Greece as well as Israel and Saudi Arabia. The stores will be opened as franchises run by local companies in these countries and will boost the global turnover for Kiko Milano. 

Furthermore, Kiko Milano is pulling in efforts to develop its online business and in 2020, it was announced that 50 employees in marketing and technology will join the team.

Among the services Kiko Milano offers, virtual-reality makeup is the most innovative one, on which you can find the perfect shade of cosmetic products according to the customer's facial features.

Kiko Milano achieved an annual turnover of €343 million in 2019 and employed 2158 people. 

The business offers personal care products under its private label under the name Kiko Milano which offers mascara, nail polish, lipgloss and eyeshadow, moisturisers, face masks and serums.

The products comply by European and US regulations and Kiko Milano avoids using certain ingredients even though they are allowed in many countries.

Kiko Milano’s online shop can be accessed on www.kikocosmetics.com

L’Occitane Canada is a company that offers personal care products. The firm is a subsidiary of L’Occitane Group. L’Occitane Canada is based in Toronto, Canada and was launched in 2009. 

The company employs 50 employees and makes an annual turnover of €11 million. The business manages 20 branches in the country as well as an online shop.

L’Occitane Canada offers a wide range of personal care products which include face care, body care, fragrances, hair care as well as grooming products for men. All the products contain natural ingredients. Under the household care category, scented candles and diffusers are available.

L’Occitane Canada offers a wide range of products from the group’s private label; L’Occitane En Provence. 

L’Occitane Canada has set up its own foundation, “Union For Vision 10by22” and works with charities like Fighting Blindness Canada. In June, the company announced that it would donate 10% of its sales to the charity, Fighting Blindness Canada but will also accept donations from its customers for the organisation. 

The firm’s online shop can be accessed on https://www.loccitane.com/en-ca/

L’Occitane France was founded in 1976 in France. The company is part of L’Occitane Group and manages 82 stores in the country as well as an online shop.

L’Occitane France achieved a net sales of €102.2 million and represents 8% of the group’s net sales in 2018. 

The firm offers a wide range of personal care products that include face care, skin care, hair care, fragrances and grooming products for men. Products are also available in travel-size format. Products from the different private labels of L’Occitane Group are available.

L’Occitane France operates 82 stores which include a new flagship concept store on the prestigious Champs Elysees, Paris, under the name 86 Champs. This new concept store is a collaboration between L’Occitane and reputable pastry chef, Pierre Herme. The flagship store has significantly  improved the brand’s image.

Furthermore, the company also runs 9 own spas in France under 3 different formats:

• Flagship Spas: full fledged luxury spas consisting of at least 5 treatment cabins

• Spas By: set up in 5 stars hotels

• Petit Spa: urban spas which are connected to the L’Occitane stores

L’Occitane France now uses renewable energy for all its stores and factories in France.

L’Occitane France’s online store can be accessed on: https://fr.loccitane.com/

Life Sweden is a company which offers a wide range of organic food, drinks, household and personal care products. The company was founded in 1994 and is based in Sweden. Life Sweden’s parent company is Life which is a subsidiary of Life Group that was acquired by Fairford Group in 2017. 

Life Sweden currently manages 158 stores in the country. Half of the stores are owned by the group and the remaining operate as franchises. The company plans to open new stores in the future. Life Sweden also operates an online shop which caters for the Swedish market.

Life Sweden offers a loyalty program called Life Club where customers can benefit from exclusive discounts and offers. 

Life Sweden offers products in the different categories:

• Savory Grocery: pulses, snacks, cooking oils, butter
• Sweet Grocery: honey, cereals, cereal bars, chocolate
• Drinks: Juices, energy drinks
• Household: Scented Candles, Detergents
• Personal Care: Supplements, face care, skincare, hair care, oral care

 In addition to this, the company offers products from various brands which include Raw Bite, Nocco, Nobe, Better You, Sasco, Secuvie, Z skin and Veet. 

Life Sweden offers products from Life Group’s own brand, Life, which consist of a wide range of  beauty products, supplements, snacks, sports drinks, diffusers, scented candles, coconut oils. 

Life Sweden imports its goods from Canada, USA, UK and many more. 

Life Sweden’s online shop can be accessed on www.lifebutiken.se

Rituals Cosmetics Germany is a beauty care chain launched in Germany in 2012. The company is part of Rituals which is based in the Netherlands. The firm manages 209 shops, a mobile application as well as an online store. Rituals Cosmetics Germany specialises in the distribution of natural Asian-based beauty products.

Rituals Cosmetics Germany’s products can also be found in departmental stores and airport duty-free shops.

Moreover, Rituals Cosmetics Germany customises its goods as per the client’s requirements.

Rituals Cosmetics Germany supplies signature products to hotels.

The company achieved a turnover of €192 million in 2019 and employed a total of 1212 people.

Rituals Cosmetics Germany offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: perfumes, face care, makeup, skin care, etc
• Sweet Grocery: organic teas and many more
• Household: scented candles, washing liquid and several others

The firm offers products from Rituals Cosmetics’ private label exclusively.

In addition, Rituals Cosmetics Germany provides travel-size items.

Rituals Cosmetics Germany’s products are refillable or recyclable and made from recycled waste. The business supports Tiny Miracles Foundation and has also set up the Super Chill foundation with the collaboration of De Nieuwe Yogaschool.

Free delivery is offered for purchases exceeding €30.

Rituals Cosmetics Germany’s online shop can be accessed on www.rituals.com

Sephora, a chain of cosmetics and personal care stores, was launched in Australia in 2014. The company is part of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. The firm also set up an online shop and a mobile application. 

Sephora Australia operates 20 stores in Melbourne, Queensland and Sydney. 

Sephora Australia achieved a turnover of € 129 million in 2019 and employed 589 people. 

Sephora Australia offers a wide range of products in the personal care category such as makeup, skincare, hair care and fragrances. 

Sephora Australia deals with brands such as Huda Beauty, Estee Lauder, Tarte and many others.

Sephora Australia also offers a range of cosmetic products under the company’s private label, Sephora.

In addition, Sephora Australia also offers exclusive brands which are not available elsewhere on the Australian market.

Sephora Australia offers free delivery for purchases exceeding € 55.

Sephora Australia’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.com.au

Sephora was launched in Brazil in 2010 after acquiring Sack’s, an online retailer of cosmetics based in the country. Sephora Brazil is a subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. The company also operates an online shop.

Sephora Brazil manages 35 points of sales countrywide.

Personal care products which include makeup, skincare, face care, hair care and fragrances are available at Sephora Brazil. 

Sephora Brazil deals with international brands such as Urban Decay, Chloe, Dior and many others.

Furthermore, the company also offers a range of Brazilian brands such as Feito Brasil, Dr Jones and Duda Molinos. 

Sephora Brazil provides beauty products from various exclusive brands as well as under Sephora’s private label, Sephora Collection. 

Sephora Brazil’s online shop is accessible on www.sephora.com.

Sleek MakeUP is a cosmetics company which was founded by Patrick Mcparland and Brendan McParland in 1985 in the UK. The company operates an online store as well. Sleek MakeUP is headquartered East London.

Sleek MakeUP entered the international market in 2009 and its products are now available in over 2200 shops in 15 countries 

The business was acquired by Walgreens Boots Alliance in 2015. 

At present, Sleek MakeUP distributes to the following online retailers: Boots, HQHair, Feelunique, Look Fantastic, Asos, Pretty Little Thing, Amazon, etc. 

Sleek MakeUP employs a total of 25 people and achieved a turnover of €4.06 million.

Sleek MakeUP provides several products in the following category:

• Personal Care: offers a variety of cosmetic products.

The business is known for its wide range of high quality makeup products for all skin tones which are sold under its own label named Sleek MakeUP.

Sleek MakeUP's online shop can be accessed on www.sleekmakeup.com

Sephora is a retail chain of cosmetics which entered Denmark in 2012. The company is part of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton group. 

Sephora Denmark operates 8 stores in the country as well as an online store which was launched in 2017.

4 of those stores feature the Benefit Brow Bar, a studio where customers can have their eyebrows done by professional estheticians promoting the brand, Benefit.

Sephora Denmark achieved a turnover of € 4.9 million in 2020 and employed 150 people in total. 

Sephora Denmark offers personal care products which include makeup, skin care, perfumes and hair care products. 

Sephora Denmark also provides mini products that are suitable to take on the go.

Sephora Denmark works with brands like Nars, Urban Decay, Benefit and Bare Minerals are available.

The company also offers products from its private label, Sephora Collection. One can find products such as makeup, hair care , skin care and accessories under this brand. 

Sephora Denmark imports its products from Italy, USA, France and many other countries.

Sephora Denmark offers free delivery for purchases exceeding €60.5

Sephora Denmark’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.dk

Sephora Italy is part of Sephora, a chain of cosmetics stores. Sephora is a subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton group. 

In Italy, Sephora operates 130 physical stores as well as an online shop. The physical stores also offer a wide range of services that include makeup classes with trained make-up artists. Sephora Italy also features makeup bars as well as the Brow Bar Benefit.

Perfumes can be personalised as per the customer’s request.

The company offers a range of personal care products that include hair care, make-up, skin care, face care and perfumes. 

Sephora Italy provides products from over 250 brands such as Yves Saint Laurent, Make Up For Ever, Huda Beauty, Nars, Dior and many more brands.

A range of products from Sephora’s own brand, Sephora Collection is also available. These include face care, make up, hair care and accessories. 

Sephora Italy imports its goods from the USA, France and several other countries.

Sephora Italy offers free delivery for all purchases exceeding €39.

Sephora Italy’s online store can be accessed on www.sephora.it

Rituals Cosmetics Spain is part of Rituals, a chain of cosmetics stores. The firm was founded in Spain in 2008 and specialises in the distribution of personal care and household products. Rituals Cosmetics Spain operates 84 stores, a mobile application and an online shop.

Rituals Cosmetics Spain’s products can also be found in department stores, shopping malls and airports.

Moreover, the company provides hotel amenities.

Rituals Cosmetics Spain offers personalised products as well.

Rituals Cosmetics Spain achieved a turnover of € 55 million in 2019 and employed 440 employees. 

Rituals Cosmetics Spain offers products of the following categories under its private label:

• Personal Care: fragrances, face care, makeup, etc
• Household: scented candles, washing liquid and many more.
• Sweet Grocery: organic tea and many others.

Rituals Cosmetics Spain’s products are 90% natural. 

Additionally, Rituals Cosmetics Spain provides travel-size items.

Rituals Cosmetics Spain’s packaging is either refillable or recyclable and made from recycled waste. The company supports Tiny Miracles Foundation and has partnered with De Nieuwe Yogaschool to set up the Super Chill foundation.

The company’s online shop can be accessed on www.rituals.com

Sephora Mexico is a beauty chain retailer founded in 2011 and is part of Sephora, a subsidiary of LVMH. The company operates 11 stores as well as an online shop.

Sephora Mexico offers a range of personal care products which include make-up, skin care, perfumes and hair care products.

Sephora Mexico provides over 250 brands including Calvin Klein, Benefit Cosmetics, Aveda, Fenty Beauty, Gucci, Hugo Boss and Versace. 

The firm offers products under its private brand, Sephora Collection, which consists of personal care products such as makeup, skin care and hair care items. 

Sephora Mexico imports its goods from the USA, France, Italy and several other countries.

Sephora Mexico offers shipping across Mexico exclusively.

Sephora Mexico’s online shop can be found on www.sephora.com

SuperPharm Ltd  is a chain of drug stores which was founded in 2004. The company operates 9 stores in Trinidad and Tobago. The form is a subsidiary of Agostini. 

SuperPharm Ltd offers products in the personal care category. Furthermore, the company also offers savory grocery products.  

Sephora was launched in Poland in 1999. The cosmetic company is a subsidiary of LVMH group. 

Sephora Poland operates 88 shops countrywide as well as an online store. 

Sephora Poland achieved a turnover of €148 million in 2019 and employed 1162 people.

The company offers a wide range of personal care products ranging from perfumes, makeup, face care, skin care and hair care. 

Sephora Poland provides several brands including Anima, Clinique, Escada, Farsali, Fenty Beauty, Korres and many more.

Furthermore, the company also offers products from Sephora Collection, the company's private label. Products under this range include makeup, perfumes, face care, skin care and hair care. 

Sephora Poland imports its goods from Italy, France, USA, etc.

Sephora Poland also offers free deliveries for purchases exceeding €10.8

The company’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.pl

Sephora, a renowned French cosmetics company founded in 1970, was launched in the USA in 1998 by opening its first store in New York. It is owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. The company also set up an online shop in 1999 and also has a mobile phone application. 

Sephora US operates over 500 stores in the US and is also present in over 600 JC Penney stores and 200 Kohl’s shops.

Sephora US offers over 45 000 references in the non-food category.

Sephora US provides a two week training for its employees.

Sephora US serves more than 3 million customers.

Sephora US currently employs over 1600 people and achieved a turnover of € 1297 million in 2021.

Sephora was acknowledged by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers in the years 2018, 2019 and 2020.

Sephora US offers products in the personal care category which include perfumes, makeup, face care, skin care and hair care.

There are around 400 brands available in Sephora stores which include Anima, Clinique, Escada, Farsali, Fenty Beauty and Korres. 

Furthermore, the company also offers products from Sephora Collection, the company's private label. Products under this range include makeup, perfumes, face care, skin care and hair care. 

Sephora US has partnered with OrangeTwist in order to offer skin treatments next to all Sephora stores in San Diego and Los Angeles in 2019. 

Sephora US set up the Sephora Innovation Lab in San Francisco in 2015. The company develops new ideas in order to improve products and introduce new ideas for Sephora. 

Sephora US owns five distribution centers located in Maryland, Mississippi, Nevada, and Utah. The company also partnered with Instacart which offers same-day deliveries. 

The firm’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.com

Founded in 1792 by Henry Walton Smith and his wife Anna, WH Smith is a British retailer which operates a chain of railway station, airport, hospital and motorway service station shops. Its headquarters is based in Swindon, United Kingdom. The company is part of  the leading global travel retailer, WH Smith PLC. 

Currently, the business operates over 1,100 points of sale across the United Kingdom. Moreover, an e-commerce platform as well is at the disposal of its clients. 

WH Smith offers a variety of books, newspapers and stationery in its product portfolio.  

The company maintains the highest quality standards as it possesses certifications such as FSC and PEFC. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the retailer operates its own distribution centres and has a fleet of double deck trailers to manage its deliveries. 

Concerning sustainability, the business reduces its carbon emissions by minimising its packaging and waste. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.whsmith.co.uk/ 

Joyce Beauty is a chain of department stores specialising in beauty products and was founded in 1971. The company’s headquarters is located in Hong Kong. Joyce Beauty has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1991 and is now part of Lane Crawford Joyce Group.

Joyce Beauty has 29 points of sales in China and Hong Kong that include 10 Joyce Beauty Store concepts. The firm operates a mobile application and an online shop as well.

Joyce Beauty offers a loyalty program where its clients can enjoy several benefits.

Joyce Beauty employed a total number of 363 people in 2019.

The company offers a range of products in the personal care category which include skincare, cosmetics, hair care and fragrances. 

Brands such as 111skin, 2Lab, Beglow, Ikoo, Rubis, Wei Beauty, Votary and Cire Trudon can be found in Joyce Beauty’s stores.

Joyce Beauty imports its products from the UK, France, Germany and many more.

Lane Crawford Hong Kong is a chain of departmental stores which started operating in Hong Kong in 1905. The company is a subsidiary of The Lane Crawford Joyce Group. 

Initially, the firm offered products which consisted of clothing, household items, antiques as well as wine and spirits, which then expanded by adding cosmetics and jewelry to its portfolio. 

Furthermore, Lane Crawford Hong Kong also managed a restaurant, a bar and a bakery.

Lane Crawford Hong Kong operates 4 stores and a mobile app in Hong Kong and since 2011, the firm has launched its online shop.

More than 500 new items are introduced in Lane Crawford Hong Kong shops weekly.

Services offered by Lane Crawford Hong Kong include providing a personal stylist for each of its customers and gift wrapping for any occasion

The Lane Crawford Privilege Programme was set up to allow clients to benefit from advantages by collecting reward points for every purchase made at Lane Crawford Hong Kong.

The business achieved a turnover of €8.1 million and employed an estimate of 217 employees.

Lane Crawford Hong Kong won several awards which include the Super Retailer of the Year in the Hong Kong Retail Industry Trade Awards in 2015 and the Racie's Gold Award for International Campaign in 2011.

In the personal care category, Lane Crawford Hong Kong offers products that include cosmetic products and accessories. 

In the household category, items such as scented candles and diffusers are available.

The company works with over 800 brands including Bobbi Brown, Foreo, Lorenzo Villoresi, Cire Trudon, Tom Ford Beauty and many others.

The Building A Better Future program was established by Lane Crawford Hong Kong to help the environment. Some initiative taken by the business is opting for paper-based and recyclable packaging, introducing hybrid trucks and electric vans for delivery and in 2020, Lane Crawford Hong Kong bought carbon offsets through the UNFCCC.

Lane Crawford Hong Kong also launched Project WeCan in 2011, where less-privileged students are offered opportunities to pursue their studies through support and resources.

Lane Crawford Hong Kong’s online store can be accessed on www.lanecrawford.com

Founded in 1980 in the Netherlands by De Boer retail company, Trekpleister is a retailer that specialises in the distribution of personal care products. The firm was acquired by Kruidvat in 2002, which is now part of A.S Watson. Its name was given by Dineke Dekker, a former employee of De Boer Supermarket.

Trekpleister offers over 15 000 references in the non-food and food categories.

Moreover, Trekpleister operates nearly 200 stores in the country and manages an online shop as well.

Services such as dry cleaning and photo printing are offered by Trekpleister.

In 2020, Trekpleister achieved a turnover of €13.7 million and employs around 2000 people.

The firm supplies products in different categories which are as follows:

• Personal Care: supplements, skincare, hair care, face care, baby care, etc.
• Household: detergent, fabric softener, air freshener, etc.
• Savory Grocery: baby food, hygiene products,snacks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: tea, coffee, sweets, etc.

Trekpleister offers products from brands such as Essence, Andrelon, Rexona, Pampers, Nivea, Oral-B and L’Oreal Paris, which are imported from France, UK, USA and many other countries

The business also launched its own brand, Trekpleister, which is a skincare line.

The firm’s online store can be accessed on www.trekpleister.nl

Established in 2007, Well’s is a beauty and personal care retailer owned by Continente, whose parent company is Sonae. Its headquarters is based in Senhora da hora, Portugal. 

Well’s currently operates 285 stores and an online shop as well. Moreover, its online shop consists of 10,000 references in the personal care category.

The enterprise offers optometry, contactology, beauty & nutrition consultations and audiology services. Aesthetics Centres can be found in Well’s stores and offers beauty treatments such as manicures, massages, pedicures, photo epilation and waxing.

Moreover, the firm also provides additional services such as measurement of weight, height, blood pressure, BMI, intraocular pressure, and cryopreservation of stem cells as well as visual therapy.

Furthermore, the company provides a variety of products in the personal care category which are as follows (not limited to): 

• Perfumes
• Makeup
• Shampoos
• Oils and serums
• Body lotions
• Shower gels 

Additionally, the business endorses multiple brands such as Lancome, Clarins, Giorgio Armani, NYX, Shiseido, Yves Saint Laurent, etc.

Well's also developed its private label products which are as follows: 

• Skineries: featuring makeup and face care products.
• Baby Well’s: a brand of good quality baby products at a lower price range.

In relation to its logistics solutions, Well’s partnered with DPD, a third-party delivery company, to carry out its deliveries. The delivery can be done at the chosen address or at a Well’s collection point as its stores provide the click & collect service. 

With regards to the community, the business developed a project “For a future with more babies” which supports babies from needy families with monthly delivery of baby products. 

Presently, the objective of the company is to invest in the expansion of its stores as it is aiming to open more than 35 stores by 2023. 

Well’s online store can be accessed on: www.wells.pt

Yves Rocher Belgium is part of Yves Rocher which is owned by Groupe Rocher. The company focuses on the distribution of cosmetic products throughout Belgium. Yves Rocher Belgium was founded in 2013. Its head office is situated in Hainaut. 

Yves Rocher Belgium manages 93 franchised stores and beauty institutes as well as an online shop. The beauty institute offers services such as body care, face care, waxing and LPG treatments.

Yves Rocher Belgium achieved a turnover of € 56.5 million in 2019 and employed over 500 people.

Yves Rocher Belgium offers products in the personal care category which includes face care, skincare, body care, hair care, nail care and makeup. 

Furthermore, Yves Rocher Belgium is certified by CERCO.

Yves Rocher Belgium distributes products from its private label, Yves Rocher, as well as other brands represented by Groupe Rocher. These include Kiotis, Daniel Jouvance and Dr. Pierre Ricaud.

Yves Rocher Belgium has set up the Yves Rocher Foundation which holds  “Terre De Femme” awards annually to reward women working for the biodiversity.

Yves Rocher Belgium’s online shop can be accessed on www.yves-rocher.be

Yves Rocher was launched in Israel in 2015. It is part of Groupe Rocher. The company partnered with Castro Group in order to operate its Israelian branches. Yves Rocher Israel specialises in the distribution of botanical cosmetics.

The firm currently manages 15 stores in the country as well as an online shop.

Yves Rocher Israel offers personal care products from Yves Rocher’s private label which consists of face care, skin care, body care, nail care, hair care, fragrance and makeup. 

In addition, Yves Rocher Israel provides several vegan, natural and organic products as well.

Yves Rocher Israel’s online shop can be accessed on www.yvesrocher.co.il

Yves Rocher Mexico is part of the chain Yves Rocher which is owned by Groupe Rocher. The company was founded in 1991 and manages 20 physical stores in Mexico as well as an online shop.

Yves Rocher Mexico achieved an annual turnover of € 14 million and employed a total of 180 employees.

Moreover, Yves Rocher Mexico was recognised as a HUMAN AND SOLIDARITY COMPANY in 2020 by the REX Leadership Company.

The company offers a range of personal care products that include body care, face care, hair care and makeup. 

In addition, Yves Rocher Mexico provides several vegan, natural and organic products as well. 

Yves Rocher Mexico supplies products from its private label, Yves Rocher, as well as other brands represented by Groupe Rocher.

Yves Rocher Mexico’s online shop can be accessed on www.yvesrocher.com.mx

Yves Rocher launched in Sweden in 1983. The company is a cosmetics retailer and is part of the chain Yves Rocher which is owned by Groupe Rocher.

The firm operates 13 physical stores as well as an online shop. 

Yves Rocher Sweden achieved a turnover of € 28.3 million in 2019 and employed 100 people in total.

Sweden is one of the largest markets in the region for Yves Rocher.

Yves Rocher Sweden offers personal care products which include body care, face care, hair care and makeup. 

Yves Rocher Sweden provides vegan, natural and organic options as well.

Yves Rocher Sweden distributes products from its private label, Yves Rocher, as well as other brands represented by the company.

In addition, all of Yves Rocher Sweden’s product packaging is eco friendly, accounting for 62 tonnes less plastic produced. 

Yves Rocher Sweden has founded the Yves Rocher Foundation where more than 101 million trees have been planted to help reduce deforestation. In addition, many women who work for biodiversity were awarded the Terre de Femmes award. 

Yves Rocher Sweden offers free shipping countrywide.

Yves Rocher Sweden’s online shop can be accessed on www.yves-rocher.se

Yves Rocher Ukraine was founded in 2013 and  is part of the group, Yves Rocher, which is a subsidiary of Groupe Rocher. The company is based in Ukraine and sells natural products through its 91 stores as well as its online shop. 

Moreover, Yves Rocher Ukraine won the Choice Of The Year award in 2021, 2 RAU Awards, 5 Retail Awards, as well as 2 Marie Claire Prix d'Excellence awards.

The company offers personal care products that consist of face care, skin care, hair care, nail care, fragrances and more. 

Products provided by Yves Rocher Ukraine are organic and natural.

Yves Rocher Ukraine offers products from its private brand, Yves Rocher, and other brands belonging to the firm. 

All of Yves Rocher Ukraine’s packaging is eco friendly.

Yves Rocher Ukraine has set up the Yves Rocher Foundation to promote reforestation, and the organisation also organises “Land Of Women” award ceremony where the best eco-projects presented by women are rewarded.

Yves Rocher Ukraine’s online store can be accessed on www.yves-rocher.ua

Sephora Canada is part of Sephora, a makeup retailer. The company was launched in Toronto in 2004. Sephora Canada  is a subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton group.

Sephora Canada manages 430 stores in the country as well as an online store.

Sephora Canada achieved an annual turnover of € 39 million and employs 250 people. 

Sephora Canada provides items from the personal care category which includes hair care, face care, skin care and makeup. 

Sephora Canada distributes products from brands such as Dior, Urban Decay, Aquis, Huda Beauty and Clinique.

Furthermore, Sephora Canada also distributes products from Sephora’s private label, Sephora Collection which consists of makeup accessories, makeup, skincare, hair care, fragrances and more. 

Sephora Canada imports its products from Italy, USA, France and many other countries. 

Sephora Canada partnered with a delivery firm named FedEx to carry out deliveries across Canada. Delivery is free for purchases exceeding € 42.

The firm’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.com

Sephora Singapore launched in Singapore in 2008. The company is part of the cosmetics franchise, Sephora, which is owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Sephora Singapore operates 12 shops, a mobile application and an online store. 

Furthermore, Sephora Singapore also offers makeup classes and services as well as skin consultation. 

The company employs 200 people.

Sephora Singapore offers products in the personal care category which includes makeup, face care, skin care, hair care and fragrances. 

Sephora Singapore offers products from brands such as  Dior, Fenty Beauty, Eve Lom, Guerlain, Givenchy and Lancome. 

The firm also offers products from Sephora’s own brand, Sephora Collection which includes makeup, accessories, face and skin care products. 

Sephora Singapore provides free delivery for purchases exceeding € 42.

Sephora Singapore’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.sg

Douglas Switzerland is a personal care retailer, launched in 2016. The company is part of Douglas Holding and is based in Switzerland. The company manages an online shop as well as physical stores.

Douglas Switzerland achieved a turnover of € 0.37 million.

Douglas Switzerland offers personal care products which include face care, skin care, hair care and makeup products. 

Douglas Switzerland offers products from brands such as Biotherm, Clinique, Estee Lauder and Dolce & Gabbana.

Furthermore, Douglas Switzerland also offers products from Douglas’s own brand, Douglas Collection which offers products in the personal care category such as skin care, face care, body care, etc.

Douglas Switzerland offers delivery nationwide.

Douglas Switzerland’s online shop can be accessed on www.douglas.ch

L'Occitane Indonesia is part of L'Occitane en Provence, a cosmetics retailer based in France. The company is known for distributing its wide range of natural high-end cosmetics.

 In Indonesia, L’Occitane operates 23 stores as well as an online shop. 

L’Occitane Indonesia offers personal care products ranging from fragrances, face care, skin care to makeup. All products provided by the firm are from L’Occitane’s private labels.

Items supplied by L’Occitane Indonesia are natural and are made up using organic certified ingredients.

In addition, L’Occitane Indonesia offers Eco Refills products which are environmentally friendly. The Refills packages are made out of recycled materials. 

L’Occitane Indonesia also launched the L'Occitane Foundation in 2006 which supports vision impairment across the world, women empowerment in Burkina Faso and conserving biodiversity.

L’Occitane Indonesia’s online shopping platform can be accessed on id.loccitane.com

L’Occitane Peru is a beauty retailer and is a subsidiary of L’Occitane Group. L’Occitane Peru is responsible for distributing cosmetic products in the Peruvian market. The company operates 4 shops in the country as well as an online shopping platform.

L’Occitane Peru distributes signature amenities to hotels which have a minimum of 20 rooms. The company offers gift baskets as well as suitable products for meetings, corporate events and congresses.  

L’Occitane Peru offers personal care products from L’Occitane Group’s private labels which include makeup, face care, body care and fragrances.

In addition, the company also offers products which are eco-friendly and natural. A quarter of the botanical ingredients used by L’Occitane Peru are organic certified. 

All products provided by L’Occitane Peru are tested by the firm’s laboratory situated in Manosque. Researchers are always looking to upgrade the quality of the items.

L’Occitane Peru has set up the L’Occitane Foundation which supports vision impairment across the world and financial empowerment for women in Burkina Faso.

L’Occitane Peru’s online shop can be accessed on pe.loccitane.com

L’Occitane Switzerland is a cosmetics retailer which was launched in 2002 and is part of the group L’Occitane en Provence which is based in France. 

L’Occitane Switzerland manages 87 stores in the country. The company also has an online shopping platform as well as 1 spa. There are exclusively 30 L’Occitane Spas worldwide including the 1 in Switzerland.

L’Occitane Switzerland distributes to pharmacies, travel retail and independent retailers.

The firm offers a wide range of personal care products ranging from face care, body care, fragrances and makeup from L’Occitane’s own brands. 

Moreover, L’Occitane Switzerland provides products that are natural and made from organic certified ingredients. The items also hold Fair Trade certifications.

The company set up L’Occitane Foundation to fund eye care centers worldwide, support producers, empower women with entrepreneurial projects in Burkina Faso as well as protecting biodiversity.

L’Occitane Switzerland’s online shop can be accessed on ch.loccitane.com

Dropa is a chain of drugstores which operates in Switzerland. The company was acquired by Dr. Bahler Dropa in 2008. 

The company manages 20 own shops and there are 45 franchises which are run independently. 

Dropa offers products in the personal care category which include skincare, oral care and makeup. 

The firm launched its own brands which include: 

• Dropa, a brand of personal care products such as cosmetics and oral care. 

• Dropa health; a brand of healthcare products

Products from the brand Naturage are available at specific Dropa stores,

Drop Swiss also employs beauty experts who offer makeup services to clients. 

The Body Shop Australia is a British cosmetics chain founded by Anita Roddick and was launched in Australia in 1983. The company is owned by Natura, a Brazilian firm. 

The Body Shop Australia manages 90 stores in Australia as well as an online shop. 

The body Shop in Australia achieved a turnover of €2.6 million.

The Body Shop Australia provides products in the personal care category which includes face care, body care, makeup, fragrances and hair care. 

The Body Shop Australia offers a whole range of personal care products under the firm’s own brand, The Body Shop.

The Body Shop Australia offers several vegan and cruelty-free options as well.

The Body Shop Australia has been campaigning against animal testing and the Australian government passed a law in banning animal testing on cosmetics in February 2019. 

The Body Shop Australia’s online shop can be accessed on www.thebodyshop.com

The Body Shop Canada is part of the cosmetics chain, The Body Shop, which is a subsidiary of the Brazilian company, Natura.

The Body Shop operates 123 stores in Canada as well as an online shop. 

The Body Shop Canada offers an extensive range of personal care products which include face care, body care, hair care and makeup from The Body Shop’s private label. 

Moreover, The Body Shop Canada offers a variety of vegan options.

In Canada, The Body Shop has been working with Cruelty Free International and the Canadian government in order to ban animal testing cosmetics in the country.

The Body Shop Canada offers products with packaging which are plant-based or made out of recycled plastic.

The Body Shop Canada offers free delivery for purchases exceeding € 50.9

The Body Shop Canada’s online shop can be accessed on www.thebodyshop.com

The Body Shop was launched in France in 1997 and specialises in the distribution of beauty products nationwide. The company is part of the beauty chain, The Body Shop, which was acquired by Natura. The Body Shop France runs an online platform as well.

The Body Shop France operates 11 shops in Paris and many others in different locations across France.

The Body Shop France achieved a turnover of €30 million in 2019 and employed 274 people.

The Body Shop France offers products in the following category: 

• Personal Care: face care, skin care, hair care, etc.

Products provided by The Body Shop France are vegan and cruelty-free.

Moreover, The Body Shop France is B Corp certified.

All products are part of the firm’s private label, The Body Shop.

The Body Shop France offers free delivery for purchases exceeding €50.

The Body Shop France’s online shop can be accessed on www.thebodyshop.fr

Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania is a cosmetic retailer which was founded in 2004 in Lithuania. The company is part of Douglas Holding. Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania specialises in the distribution of personal care products.

In Lithuania, Douglas operates 23 shops and an online shop.  

Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania achieved a turnover of €19.5 million in 2019 and employed 252 people.

Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania offers products in the personal care category such as makeup, face care, skin care, hair care, fragrances and more.

Brands such as Yves Saint Laurent, Clinique, Benefit, Mac, Dior, Collistar, Sensai are provided by Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania. 

Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania also offers products from Douglas’s private labels:

• Douglas: offers hygiene products
• Douglas Focus: provides face care and skin care products
• Douglas Makeup: offers a variety of make-up

Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania imports its goods from the USA, France, Japan and many others.

Shipping is free for orders exceeding €29.

Douglas Cosmetics Lithuania’s online shop can be accessed on www.douglas.lt

The Body Shop Netherlands is owned by Natura, a Brazilian cosmetics company. The company specialises in the distribution of cosmetic products across Netherlands. The Body Shop Netherlands operates an online store as well. It is headquartered in Amsterdam.

The Body Shop Netherlands currently operates 20 stores in the country.

The Body Shop Netherlands achieved a turnover of € 2.17 million in 2016.

The Body Shop Netherlands offers products in the personal care category which includes face care, fragrances, body care, hair care and makeup. 

All items provided by The Body Shop Netherlands are vegan and cruelty-free.

The Body Shop Netherlands is recognised as a B Corp company.

The company offers products from its private label, The Body Shop, exclusively.

The Body Shop Netherlands offers free delivery for purchases exceeding €30.

The Body Shop Netherlands' online store can be accessed on www.thebodyshop.com

The Body Shop launched in Singapore in 1983. The company is part of the cosmetics group, Natura. The firm operates 38 stores in the country as well as an online store. 

The Body Shop Singapore offers over 1000 references in the non-food category.

The Body Shop Singapore partners with third party e-commerce platforms like Shopee and Lazada.

The Body Shop Singapore offers products from The Body Shop’s private label which consists of items in the personal care category such as face care, skin care, makeup, fragrances and hair care.

All of The Body Shop Singapore’s products are vegan and cruelty-free.

The Body Shop Singapore’s online shop can be accessed on www.thebodyshop.com

Douglas started operating in the Netherlands in the 1980s and offers a wide range of personal care products. The company manages 112 stores and an online shop in the country.

Douglas Netherlands offers over 100 000 references in the non-food category.

Douglas Netherlands achieved a turnover of €2.16 million in 2016.

Douglas Netherlands offers products in the personal care category which includes makeup, nail care, hair care and skin care. 

Douglas Netherlands works with brands such as Hugo Boss, Clinique, Chanel, Mac, Dior, Milu,  Sys, Darphin, Elf Cosmetics, etc.

Furthermore, Douglas Netherlands also offers products from its private label, Douglas Collection which includes makeup, body care as well as hair care products. 

Douglas Netherlands offers free delivery across the Netherlands and Belgium.

Douglas Netherlands’s online shop can be accessed on www.douglas.nl

The Body Shop launched in Brazil in 2014. The company is a subsidiary of Natura, a Brazilian cosmetics company. The Body Shop Brazil operates around 500 stores in the country as well as an online store.

The Body Shop Brazil offers products in the personal care category consisting of face care, hair care, fragrances, makeup and body care products under its private label, The Body Shop. 

Moreover, all products provided by The Body Shop Brazil are cruelty-free and vegan.

In addition, The Body Shop Brazil is recognised as a B Corp company.

The Body Shop Brazil uses recycled plastic for its packaging.

The Body Shop Brazil’s online shop can be accessed on www.thebodyshop.com

Sephora Spain is part of the cosmetics retail chain, Sephora, which is owned by the group LVMH. The company was established in 1998. Its head office is situated in Madrid.

 In 2019, Sephora Spain partnered with Wildbytes in order to introduce AI-powered intelligent mirrors to its software. The firm operates an online shop as well as a mobile application. 

Sephora manages 56 physical stores and 136 points of sales across Spain.

Sephora Spain offers 70 references in the non food category.

Sephora Spain deals with over 4500 customers.

Sephora Spain achieved a turnover of €147 million in 2018 and employed 900 employees. 

Sephora Spain’s product range includes products in the personal care category such as perfumes, makeup, skin care, face care and hair care products. 

The brands currently available at Sephora Spain stores include Anastasia Beverly Hills, Clarins, Crayola, Escada, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna, Gucci, Nina Ricci and more. 

The company also offers products from Sephora's private label, Sephora Collection, which involves products such as makeup, hair care, face care and skin care.  

Sephora Spain imports its goods from France, USA, Italy and several others.

Moreover, the firm also offers Sephora Favourites which consists of kits of personal care products which are sold at special discounted rates. These are usually in limited edition. 

Moreover, Sephora Spain provides free home deliveries. 

Sephora Spain’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.es

Sephora China is part of the cosmetics chain, Sephora which is a subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. The company was launched in 2005 in Shanghai. Sephora China operates 249 stores in 76 cities. The firm runs an online shop which was inaugurated in 2015, as well as, WeChat Mini Program, Tmall flagship store, a mobile application and JD.com flagship store.

Sephora China offers a wide range of personal care products comprising face care, makeup, hair care, skin care and fragrances. 

Sephora China offers products from brands such as Clarins, Fresh, Guerlain, Givenchy, Foreo, Sebastian and Hera. 

Sephora China is the exclusive distributor for several brands including Loewe, Kenzo, Miu Miu, etc.

Sephora China also offers products from Sephora’s own brand of cosmetics, Sephora Collection which consists of skincare, make up as well as face skin care products. 

Sephora China imports its goods from the USA, France, Italy and many more.

Sephora China partners with a third party delivery company named SF Express to carry out fast deliveries of orders. 

Sephora China’s online shop can be accessed on www.sephora.cn

Founded in 2004, Retail Inmotion is an Irish business specialising in travel retail. Its headquarters is based in Dublin, Ireland. In 2016, the business became part of the LSG Group. The company offers products such as food and drinks to airlines, train and travel operators in the global marketplace. 

It is noteworthy that 10% of all aircraft in the world and 50% of European Airlines work with Retail Inmotion. Moreover, the firm’s clientele include Edelweiss, Ryanair, American Airlines, Icelandair, etc. The food service also manages 3 office locations in Dublin, Cologne and Dallas. 

Furthermore, in order to improve a passenger’s experience on board, the company provides unique training experience to engage and motivate the crew members. The training is done through videos, roadshows, test flights and online modules. 

In the financial year 2020, Retail Inmotion generated a turnover of € 26.2 million and employed 172 people. 

In addition, the business was honoured with “Best Onboard Snack- First/Business Class” award at the Onboard Hospitality Awards in 2020. 

Currently, the food service offers various products under the following categories:

• Drinks: water and soft drinks. 
• Wine and Spirits: beer, wine, spirits, etc. 
• Savoury Grocery: crisps and chips. 
• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, coffee, pastries, etc. 
• Frozen Food: french fries, breakfast pastries, burritos,etc. 
• Chilled & Fresh Food: sandwiches, wraps, baked goods, etc. 

The enterprise offers brands such as Kerrygold, Dr.Coy’s, Brave, Barilla, etc. 

Retail Inmotion also developed its own brands to meet customers’ demand in the travel retail industry. In fact, the company has an excellent knowledge and understanding of the market and collaborates closely with suppliers to provide the appropriate products. The firm helps in developing brands and designing packaging as well.

Retail Inmotion’s private labels include:

• Boxerchips: a brand of potato crisps
• Crumble & Co: a brand of sweet snacks
• SuprLid: a brand of freshly brewed ground coffee
• Saile & Sabga: a coffee brand

Additionally, the company’s buying team is responsible for sourcing the products and working directly with manufacturers and also with distributors. 

In order to maintain the highest standards of health and safety, the enterprise is certified by HACCP and BRC. 

Besides, the business handles its own logistics and operates 7 warehouses which are well-equipped to stock its products in the proper conditions. Each warehouse has 3 temperature zones to cater for frozen, chilled and ambient products. Moreover, Retail Inmotion uses sophisticated IT softwares like Vector OMS and WMS to manage the logistics effectively. 

The company also handles the delivery, relying on land, sea and air transportation. Retail Inmotion handles the delivery from its warehouses to the aircraft and all orders can be tracked. 

Concerning sustainability, the firm provides sustainable menus focusing on environmentally-friendly packaging and locally-sourced fresh ingredients. 

The Crowne Plaza Hotel Paris is part of the Crowne Plaza multinational chain which is owned by the Intercontinental Hotels Group. Located in Paris, the 4-star hotel which comprises of 328 rooms and a French restaurant.

The Body Shop, one of the leading natural cosmetics stores, was launched in the United Arab Emirates(UAE) in 1983. It is owned by Natura. The firm now operates 45 stores in the as well as an online store.

The Body Shop UAE’s stores can be found mainly in Dubai’s popular malls.

The Body Shop offers products in the personal care category, under its own label, which include hair care, skin care, face care and makeup.

Products provided by The Body Shop UAE are fair-trade, vegan and cruelty-free.

The Body Shop UAE created products to be distributed exclusively in the Middle-East such as SCENTS OF LIFE FRAGRANCE COLLECTION which is a line of fragrances. 

The Body Shop UAE uses recycled plastic for its packaging in an attempt to be environmentally friendly.

The Body Shop UAE provides free delivery for purchases exceeding €34.4

The Body Shop UAE’s online shop can be accessed on www.thebodyshop.ae

L’Occitane launched in Mexico in 2001. The company is part of L’Occitane en Provence, a french beauty care manufacturer and retailer. In Mexico, L’Occitane sells its products in its stores as well as through its online shop.

The company has also partnered with luxury hotel groups like Four Seasons for which it provides products which are offered as amenities to hotel guests. 

In addition to this, luxury hotels can also launch spas using the brand's name. These spas feature the firm’s products which are used in all treatments. The Villa María Cristina hotel is the first establishment to launch Spa by L’Occitane in Mexico. Hotels must meet a specific criteria in order to be able to open a Spa by L’Occitane. One of the requirements is to have at least 8 massage cabins. 

The Mexican market represents 2% of the sales made by L’Occitane Group. The company manages 36 boutiques in the country and aims to open 9 more shops by 2021. Furthermore, L’Occitane also manages 64 outlets in different luxury departmental stores across Mexico.

The company sells personal care products that include skincare, face care, makeup, hair care and fragrances under its own brand, L’Occitane en Provence. 

L’Occitane Mexico’s online shop can be accessed on mx.loccitane.com

 L’Occitane, one of the leading businesses in the beauty care industry has been operating in the US for several years. The company specialises in the distribution of natural and high quality cosmetic products.

L’Occitane USA operates 159 boutiques including 2 stores in the travel retail market and also sells its products online. The company’s products can also be found in 12 outlets across the USA. L’Occitane USA runs 30 spas exclusively worldwide and 1 of them is situated in San Francisco.

Moreover, L’Occitane USA supplies hotel amenities. 

L’Occitane USA’s online sales increased by 72% in 2020 as compared to the previous year.

L’Occitane USA offers products under its private labels which offer products in the personal care category including hair care, skincare, face care, fragrances and makeup. 

In addition, products provided by L’Occitane USA are natural and manufactured using mainly organic ingredients. The firm also supplies Eco Refills products whose packaging are made up of recycled materials. 

Furthermore, the company has partnered with TerraCycle to encourage recycling. Customers of L’Occitane USA can now dispose of used beauty products packaging at specific L'Occitane shops and benefit from a 10% discount on a new full size product. 

L’Occitane USA has set up the L'Occitane Foundation which supports vision impairment across the world, women empowerment in West Africa and also helps in protecting biodiversity.

L’Occitane USA’s online shop can be accessed on www.loccitane.com

L’Occitane, a well-known French luxury beauty retailer, was established in Poland. It focuses on the distribution of natural cosmetic products. The company operates an online shop and 19 shops in Poland. It is headquartered in Gdynia.

L’Occitane Poland offers online consultation to its clientele.

L’Occitane Poland also provides products for hotels.

L’Occitane Poland offers products in the personal care category which include fragrances, skincare, face care and makeup under the name L’Occitane en Provence and other private labels of the group.

Products provided by L’Occitane Poland are organic, fair trade and vegan. The firm also offers travel size items.

L’Occitane Poland always reuse and recycle its waste products.

L’Occitane Poland donates to NGOs and charities in order to help visually impaired people. 

L’Occitane Poland’s online shop can be accessed on pl.loccitane.com

Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland is part of Lagardere Travel Retail which is a subsidiary of Lagardere Group. Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland operates in the Travel Retail sector.

In Switzerland, Lagardere Travel Retail runs 7 duty-free stores in Geneva Airport under the banner Aelia. Moreover, it launched another store, The Fashion Gallery. 

In 2019, Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland opened a duty-free concept store for diplomats under the banner Aelia. This concept store is the 2nd shop of the group across the world.

In 2020, Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland launched the first airport pop-up store for the luxury fashion house Karl Lagerfeld in Geneva Airport. 

Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland’s turnover is around € 91.1 million. The business employs 200 people. 

 Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland offers products under the following categories:

• Personal Care: makeup, fragrances, skincare, etc.
• Drinks: champagne, wine, spirits, etc.
• Savory Grocery: foie gras and truffle-based products
• Sweet Grocery: tea, chocolates, sweets, etc. 

The business offers products from brands such as Armani, Clarins, Bvlgari, Ferrero Rocher, Kinder, etc. There is an extensive range of products from different luxury brands. 

Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland works with over 40 Swiss suppliers.

Lagardere Travel Retail Switzerland is also looking for ways to reduce or eliminate the use of packaging. The firm is also interested in recyclable and reusable packaging. 

Vente Privee Germany is an online retailer that specialises in the distribution of personal care products, grocery and clothing to its members. It is a subsidiary of the French company, Vente Privee France. 

Furthermore, Vente Privee Germany has changed its name to Veepee Germany since 2019 after the Summit Partners acquired a 20% stake in the firm. The concept consists of online sales events where designer brands are available to the site’s members at discounted prices. It operates a mobile app as well.

In 2020, Veepee Germany achieved a turnover of €119 million.

Moreover, Veepee Germany partnered with ColisExpat to home deliver its clients’ orders.

The firm’s online shop is accessible on www.veepee.de

Coty Germany is a subsidiary of Coty, a french company specialising in the retail distribution of personal care products. The subsidiary is based in Germany and is now one of the market leaders in the cosmetics industry in the country. Coty Germany was founded in 2018.

Coty Germany’s products can be found in specialized beauty shops as well as on its online store.

In addition, Coty Germany is a shareholder in Wella Company which offers professional haircare products. The company owns 40% of Wella. Coty Germany is focusing on two core businesses:

• Prestige Beauty
• Consumer Beauty

The firm is also concentrating on e-commerce, dtc, skincare, and the Asian market.

Coty Germany achieved an annual turnover of €0.59 million.

Coty Germany offers products in the personal care category, including skincare, hair care, cosmetics and fragrances. 

Coty Germany also provides natural products.

The firm supplies around 77 brands including Covergirl, Burberry, Adidas, Gucci, Bourjois Paris, Chloe and Nioxin. 

Coty Germany owns 2 private labels which are as follows:

• Coty Luxury: offers exclusive fragrances
• Coty Consumer: offers makeup, skincare and fragrances

The firm reduced its energy consumption in its factories by 14% compared to 2019. Coty Germany is also part of RE100. Most of Coty Germany’s packaging are recyclable, reusable or compostable.

Coty Germany’s online shop can be accessed on www.coty.com

Founded in 1991 by KF, Kicks is a beauty chain based in Sweden. Since 2002, Kicks has been owned by Axel Johnson Group. The firm specialises in the distribution of cosmetic products countrywide. It is headquartered in Stockholm. 

The company manages 250 shops in Sweden, Norway and Finland. Kicks operates an online shop as well.

Kicks offers around 25 000 references in the non-food categories.

Kicks employs 500 people which include makeup artists, beauty experts and skin therapists who are all well-trained. In 2019, the company achieved a turnover of €197 million. 

Kicks offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: hair care, makeup, skincare, fragrances, etc. 
• Household: scented candles and many more. 

Kicks offers items from 300 brands including Cacharel, Rituals, Maybelline, Nivea, Clarins and Laura Mercier, etc.

The company imports its products from France, Italy, USA and many more.

Kicks partnered with third party shipping companies such as Best, Postnord and Instabox to carry out its deliveries.

Kicks recycles its waste products to help save the environment. 

The company’s online store can be accessed on www.kicks.se

Founded in 1984, Martin & Servera is a Swedish wholesaler which supplies businesses in the food industry which include restaurants, restaurant chains and catering companies.

The company manages 13 sales offices and its headquarters are based in Stockholm. The firm offers around 50000 references.

Martin & Servera achieved a turnover of € 1.3 billion in 2018 and employed 3145 people.

The business offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Drinks: juice, carbonated drinks, wine, beer, cider, spirits

• Dairy: Cheese, eggs

• Savory Grocery: oils, bread, mayonnaise, dressings, pasta, rice, noodles

• Sweet Grocery: pastries, cookies, biscuits

• Chilled & Fresh Foods: vegetables, meat, poultry, game, seafood

• Frozen Foods: ready meals, ice cream