
Beauty Industry M&A Trends: What 2025 Activity Signals for 2026
M&A activity in the beauty sector is heating up, with strategics and private equity firms zeroing in on the most coveted targets: founder-led disruptors, science-backed
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M&A activity in the beauty sector is heating up, with strategics and private equity firms zeroing in on the most coveted targets: founder-led disruptors, science-backed

Dmitrii Bachukin, Senior Analyst in Kline’s Beauty and Wellbeing vertical, recently attended Salon International London, one of the most important events for the professional beauty

The 2025 edition of MCB Paris confirmed some evolving fault lines in professional hair care: Contraction in exhibitor presence, consolidation of key trends, and a

After months of swirling rumors about a potential sale, Color Wow, a dynamic family-run hair care brand known for its precision in innovation, has been

Kline + Company’s Hair Care Industry Tracker reveals that hair loss and thinning remain among the most talked-about topics across social platforms, with particularly high

Every year, Kline PRO reveals the professional hair care products that are outperforming in salons, based on transactional data collected from a panel of thousands

The sourcing of professional hair care products has undergone significant changes in recent years. Salons and independent stylists are expanding beyond traditional manufacturers and distributors

From new product launches to high-profile investments, the hair care industry is buzzing with activity. Here’s a look at the key developments shaping the industry,

On its way to reaching $3 billion, the U.S. consumer hair tools and appliances market shows no signs of slowing down. This market is nearly
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