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James Manso

Market Editor, Beauty

James Manso is the beauty market editor at WWD and Beauty Inc. Previously, he was the beauty reporter for WWD and Beauty Inc. He has also written for V Magazine and Byrdie.com, covering fashion, beauty and culture. He is an alumni of NYU's College of Arts and Sciences, where he studied journalism and French. James is a San Diego native and an avid runner.

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EXCLUSIVE: Tatcha Expands Into Ulta Beauty

The move marks Tatcha's next phase of its U.S. business, chief executive officer Mary Yee said.

EXCLUSIVE: Parfums de Marly Goes Big on Home Front With Diffuser Launch

The diffuser, which took years to create, includes an exclusive dry diffusion technology.

EXCLUSIVE: Tyler, the Creator Takes Golf Le Fleur to the U.K.

Selfridges will carry the brand's hero fragrance, as well as some apparel.

EXCLUSIVE: Khloé Kardashian Brings First Solo Fragrance to Market With Luxe Brands

The global launch — starting in the U.S. and U.K. — kicks off with Harrods on Nov. 25.

Prestige Beauty Continues to Outpace Mass in Circana’s Nine-month 2024 Results

Circana's nine-month data from January to September shows prestige beauty's momentum.

EXCLUSIVE: Violet Grey Expands Eastward With Hirshleifers Shop-in-shop

The move marks Violet Grey's second brick-and-mortar point of sale, including its Los Angeles boutique.

What the Evolution of Dupe Culture Means for Beauty Brands and Retailers

Fueled by TikTok and accentuated by economic pressures, dupe culture is well on the rise. Executives and…

EXCLUSIVE: Danielle Bernstein Taps Parlux for WeWoreWhat’s Fragrance Foray

The fragrance will debut on its website in coming weeks before rolling out with Ulta Beauty in 2025.

Trevor Sorbie, Hairstylist to Grace Jones and Annie Lennox, Dies at 75

The British hair giant even turned down the opportunity to become Queen Elizabeth II's hairdresser.

EXCLUSIVE: Dior Beauty Brings Back Miami Aventura Holiday Pop-up

The beauty pop-up will run from this week to Jan. 5.

EXCLUSIVE: L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Takes on Dandruff With CeraVe Hair, Vichy Dercos Launches

The L'Oréal division is bringing dandruff brand Dercos to the U.S., in tandem with the launch of CeraVe's…

EXCLUSIVE: Dior Opens First U.S. Fragrance and Beauty Boutique in SoHo

The brand's first beauty-exclusive retail door in the U.S. will open in New York Wednesday.

A Runner’s Guide to Pre- and Post-New York City Marathon Treatments and Packages

From dedicated hotel packages to the best muscle-soothing treatments, a roundup of the best services and…

Inside Bubble Skincare’s Winning Formula

Bubble Skincare has amassed a major share of shoppers' minds and wallets in less than four years, thanks to…

Harry Slatkin Takes Dwell212 to Walmart, CVS Health

The home fragrance pioneer is setting sights on a new territory — body care — and new points of…