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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
The Body Shop is making a comeback – and launching 7 new products – here are our honest thoughts
Here's why we're adding it to our baskets... BODY & SOUL The Body Shop is making a comeback – and launching 7 new products – here are our honest thoughts THIS time last year, it looked like we might be losing The Body Shop for good. In February 2024, the high-street beauty retailer went into administration, prompting 75 store closures and nearly 800 job cuts in the UK. Advertisement 8 The Body Shop is back with a bang Credit: THE BODY SHOP A combination of dwindling Christmas sales, changes in beauty trends and rising inflation had led to The Body Shop's downfall - despite it being worth £207million in 2023. Once the pioneers in sustainable beauty - the brand was the first global beauty label to unite against animal testing - it looked like it might be closing its doors forever. But, thankfully, it's come back with a bang! In 2024, a deal was struck between The Body Shop and cosmetic retail tycoon Mike Jatania, who acquired the business with his consortium, Auréa. Advertisement READ MORE IN BEAUTY RARING TO GO Rare Beauty has just launched another blush - but will this one go viral? With ambitious plans to keep all 113 stores open, The Body Shop is up and running, and in the black again, cashing in a healthy £2m profit during its first three months with Auréa. The Body Shop's social media accounts are booming, its stores are getting busier, and it's just dropped two exciting limited-edition product ranges - the cosy, warming Tender Tonka, and the zingy, summery Refreshing Passionfruit. Here's everything you need to know. Tender Tonka Limited Edition Range 8 You'll love this bargain fragrance Credit: THE BODY SHOP Advertisement The Body Shop Tender Tonka Eau De Toilette, £22 You can't argue with an EDT that costs just £22 - especially when it's as gorgeous as this. This lightly spiced, cosy fragrance has a festive feel to it, despite being launched during one of the warmest springs on record. With notes of creamy vanilla orchid, aromatic incense and fresh cedar, it'll keep you warm on al fresco summer evenings. Advertisement 8 This scent is soft and cosy Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Tender Tonka Fragrance Mist, £13 A lighter and more refreshing version of the EDT, this spritz is perfect for scent layering. The bottle produces a fine mist, which can be used on skin, clothes, and hair - or used as a base for your favourite perfume. Advertisement 8 Level up your fragrance game with this body cream Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Tender Tonka Body Cream, £20 Another great way to ensure your fragrance lasts longer is to layer it over a scented body cream, and here's the perfect formula. This thick, indulgent body cream has a butter-soft formula that creates a hydrating veil over the skin, thanks to softening shea butter, without feeling sticky. Advertisement It leaves skin delicately scented and gloriously moisturised, without breaking the bank. New Beginning for The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Limited Edition Range 8 Kick-start your day with this zesty shower gel Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Shower Gel, £8.50 Worlds apart from Tender Tonka's soft, cosy notes, Refreshing Passionfruit has a real zesty, fruity kick. Advertisement This tangy but not overly sweet shower gel lathers into a sensual suds, and has delicious notes of vanilla, apple and peach. It's the perfect companion for an energising morning shower. 8 The Body Shop's Body Yogurt is a game-changer Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Passionfruit Body Yogurt, £13 Advertisement The Body Shop's Body Yogurt products are unlike anything you'll have tried before - think easy absorption, instant cooling and immediate hydration. The gel-like formula quickly sinks into skin, leaving it refreshed and beautifully scented. There's something very satisfying about this lightweight, juicy moisturiser - it needs to be tried to be believed! 8 Prep skin for the ultimate tanning session Credit: THE BODY SHOP Advertisement The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Body Scrub, £19 If you're planning on fake tanning this summer, it's time to invest in a good body scrub. Using a scrub the night before you tan - whether you're doing it at home or going to a salon - helps buff away dead skin, bumps and imperfections, leaving you with a smoother finish. With kiwi seeds and passionfruit oil, plus tingling menthol, the formula leaves skin soft and glowing. Advertisement 8 This body mist is ideal for summer holidays Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Body Mist, £13 Beach bags at the ready - this spritz is your perfect summer holiday companion. Perfect for tossing into a day bag, the quenching formula is packed with juicy passionfruit, soft vanilla and sugary peach. Advertisement At just £13 a pop, this hydrating, water-based formula is a winner. What will you be adding to your basket this summer?
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
The Body Shop is making a comeback – and launching 7 new products – here are our honest thoughts
THIS time last year, it looked like we might be losing The Body Shop for good. In February 2024, the high-street beauty retailer went into administration, prompting 75 store closures and nearly 800 job cuts in the UK. Advertisement 8 The Body Shop is back with a bang Credit: THE BODY SHOP A combination of dwindling Christmas sales, changes in beauty trends and rising inflation had led to The Body Shop's downfall - despite it being worth £207million in 2023. Once the pioneers in sustainable beauty - the brand was the first global beauty label to unite against animal testing - it looked like it might be closing its doors forever. But, thankfully, it's come back with a bang! In 2024, a deal was struck between The Body Shop and cosmetic retail tycoon Mike Jatania, who acquired the business with his consortium, Auréa. Advertisement READ MORE IN BEAUTY With ambitious plans to keep all 113 stores open, The Body Shop is up and running, and in the black again, cashing in a healthy £2m profit during its first three months with Auréa. The Body Shop's social media accounts are booming, its stores are getting busier, and it's just dropped two exciting limited-edition product ranges - the cosy, warming Tender Tonka, and the zingy, summery Refreshing Passionfruit. Here's everything you need to know. Tender Tonka Limited Edition Range 8 You'll love this bargain fragrance Credit: THE BODY SHOP Advertisement The Body Shop Tender Tonka Eau De Toilette, £22 Most read in Fabulous Exclusive You can't argue with an EDT that costs just £22 - especially when it's as gorgeous as this. This lightly spiced, cosy fragrance has a festive feel to it, despite being launched during one of the warmest springs on record. With notes of creamy vanilla orchid, aromatic incense and fresh cedar, it'll keep you warm on al fresco summer evenings. Advertisement 8 This scent is soft and cosy Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Tender Tonka Fragrance Mist, £13 A lighter and more refreshing version of the EDT, this spritz is perfect for scent layering. The bottle produces a fine mist, which can be used on skin, clothes, and hair - or used as a base for your favourite perfume. Advertisement 8 Level up your fragrance game with this body cream Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Tender Tonka Body Cream, £20 Another great way to ensure your fragrance lasts longer is to layer it over a scented body cream, and here's the perfect formula. This thick, indulgent body cream has a butter-soft formula that creates a hydrating veil over the skin, thanks to softening shea butter, without feeling sticky. Advertisement It leaves skin delicately scented and gloriously moisturised, without breaking the bank. New Beginning for The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Limited Edition Range 8 Kick-start your day with this zesty shower gel Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Shower Gel, £8.50 Worlds apart from Tender Tonka's soft, cosy notes, Refreshing Passionfruit has a real zesty, fruity kick. Advertisement This tangy but not overly sweet shower gel lathers into a sensual suds, and has delicious notes of vanilla, apple and peach. It's the perfect companion for an energising morning shower. 8 The Body Shop's Body Yogurt is a game-changer Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Passionfruit Body Yogurt, £13 Advertisement The Body Shop's Body Yogurt products are unlike anything you'll have tried before - think easy absorption, instant cooling and immediate hydration. The gel-like formula quickly sinks into skin, leaving it refreshed and beautifully scented. There's something very satisfying about this lightweight, juicy moisturiser - it needs to be tried to be believed! 8 Prep skin for the ultimate tanning session Credit: THE BODY SHOP Advertisement The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Body Scrub, £19 If you're planning on fake tanning this summer, it's time to invest in a good body scrub. Using a scrub the night before you tan - whether you're doing it at home or going to a salon - helps buff away dead skin, bumps and imperfections, leaving you with a smoother finish. With kiwi seeds and passionfruit oil, plus tingling menthol, the formula leaves skin soft and glowing. Advertisement 8 This body mist is ideal for summer holidays Credit: THE BODY SHOP The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Body Mist, £13 Beach bags at the ready - this spritz is your perfect summer holiday companion. Perfect for tossing into a day bag, the quenching formula is packed with juicy passionfruit, soft vanilla and sugary peach. Advertisement At just £13 a pop, this hydrating, water-based formula is a winner. What will you be adding to your basket this summer? How To Save Money On Beauty Buys IF your purse is feeling tighter than ever before and you're looking to save cash on your make-up routine, have you ever thought of trying out beauty dupes? Here are five of the best recommended beauty buys that are almost identical to the posh versions, but at a fraction of the price. FACE BASE If you can't afford Charlotte Tilbury's £52 Magic Cream, why not try a TONE IT UP If Drunk Elephant's £62 Protini Cream is out of your price range, you'll need to check out TINTING IT With Fenty's game-changer skin tint costing £29, a popular supermarket's affordable alternative might just be the thing for you. GET COVERED At £29 for a Tarte concealer, the new Primark dupe is much more affordable at just £3.50. SPRAY YAY For those wanting to smell fresh without the price tag,
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
The Body Shop is making a comeback – and launching 7 new products – here are our honest thoughts
THIS time last year, it looked like we might be losing The Body Shop for good. In February 2024, the high-street beauty retailer went into administration, prompting 75 store closures and nearly 800 job cuts in the UK. 8 A combination of dwindling Christmas sales, changes in beauty trends and rising inflation had led to The Body Shop's downfall - despite it being worth £207million in 2023. Once the pioneers in sustainable beauty - the brand was the first global beauty label to unite against animal testing - it looked like it might be closing its doors forever. But, thankfully, it's come back with a bang! In 2024, a deal was struck between The Body Shop and cosmetic retail tycoon Mike Jatania, who acquired the business with his consortium, Auréa. With ambitious plans to keep all 113 stores open, The Body Shop is up and running, and in the black again, cashing in a healthy £2m profit during its first three months with Auréa. The Body Shop's social media accounts are booming, its stores are getting busier, and it's just dropped two exciting limited-edition product ranges - the cosy, warming Tender Tonka, and the zingy, summery Refreshing Passionfruit. Here's everything you need to know. Tender Tonka Limited Edition Range BUY HERE You can't argue with an EDT that costs just £22 - especially when it's as gorgeous as this. This lightly spiced, cosy fragrance has a festive feel to it, despite being launched during one of the warmest springs on record. With notes of creamy vanilla orchid, aromatic incense and fresh cedar, it'll keep you warm on al fresco summer evenings. 8 The Body Shop Tender Tonka Fragrance Mist, £13 A lighter and more refreshing version of the EDT, this spritz is perfect for scent layering. The bottle produces a fine mist, which can be used on skin, clothes, and hair - or used as a base for your favourite perfume. The Body Shop Tender Tonka Body Cream, £20 Another great way to ensure your fragrance lasts longer is to layer it over a scented body cream, and here's the perfect formula. This thick, indulgent body cream has a butter-soft formula that creates a hydrating veil over the skin, thanks to softening shea butter, without feeling sticky. It leaves skin delicately scented and gloriously moisturised, without breaking the bank. New Beginning for The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Limited Edition Range The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Shower Gel, £8.50 Worlds apart from Tender Tonka's soft, cosy notes, Refreshing Passionfruit has a real zesty, fruity kick. This tangy but not overly sweet shower gel lathers into a sensual suds, and has delicious notes of vanilla, apple and peach. It's the perfect companion for an energising morning shower. The Body Shop Passionfruit Body Yogurt, £13 The Body Shop's Body Yogurt products are unlike anything you'll have tried before - think easy absorption, instant cooling and immediate hydration. The gel-like formula quickly sinks into skin, leaving it refreshed and beautifully scented. There's something very satisfying about this lightweight, juicy moisturiser - it needs to be tried to be believed! The Body Shop Refreshing Passionfruit Body Scrub, £19 If you're planning on fake tanning this summer, it's time to invest in a good body scrub. Using a scrub the night before you tan - whether you're doing it at home or going to a salon - helps buff away dead skin, bumps and imperfections, leaving you with a smoother finish. With kiwi seeds and passionfruit oil, plus tingling menthol, the formula leaves skin soft and glowing. Beach bags at the ready - this spritz is your perfect summer holiday companion. Perfect for tossing into a day bag, the quenching formula is packed with juicy passionfruit, soft vanilla and sugary peach. At just £13 a pop, this hydrating, water-based formula is a winner. What will you be adding to your basket this summer? How To Save Money On Beauty Buys IF your purse is feeling tighter than ever before and you're looking to save cash on your make-up routine, have you ever thought of trying out beauty dupes? Here are five of the best recommended beauty buys that are almost identical to the posh versions, but at a fraction of the price. FACE BASE If you can't afford Charlotte Tilbury 's £52 Magic Cream, why not try a dupe that costs just £5.49 from Superdrug? TONE IT UP If Drunk Elephant's £62 Protini Cream is out of your price range, you'll need to check out the new dupe in Home Bargains. TINTING IT With Fenty's game-changer skin tint costing £29, a popular supermarket's affordable alternative might just be the thing for you. GET COVERED At £29 for a Tarte concealer, the new Primark dupe is much more affordable at just £3.50. SPRAY YAY For those wanting to smell fresh without the price tag, Aldi's new Prada and Chloe perfume dupes cost a fraction of the price.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Demolition works begin at former Body Shop HQ
Demolition works have begun at the former headquarters of The Body Shop. The ethical beauty brand moved out of its base in Littlehampton last year after decades in the West Sussex town. Works began on Tuesday to demolish the striking building with its green roof in Watersmead Drive, next to the junction known locally as the "Body Shop roundabout". The Body Shop announced in October last year that it was relocating its head offices to Brighton, where founder Dame Anita Roddick opened the brand's first store in 1976. Residents in the town previously told BBC Radio Sussex that they were "shocked" by the decision to relocate. The move comes after the business's UK stores were saved from administration by a consortium led by British cosmetics tycoon Mike Jatania. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. More on this story
The Guardian
20-03-2025
- Business
- The Guardian
The Body Shop's suppliers to receive no more than a quarter of £219m owed
The Body Shop's suppliers, including small charities, local councils and cosmetics manufacturers, are to receive no more than about a quarter of the £219m owed to them when the ethical beauty retailer fell into administration, a report has said. The retailer, founded by Anita Roddick in 1976, now operates about 113 UK stores after it was rescued from administration by a consortium led by the British cosmetics tycoon Mike Jatania in September last year, saving 1,300 jobs. However, more than 80 British stores were closed with the loss of more than 750 jobs in branches and head office after the German restructuring specialist Aurelius put the Body Shop's UK arm into administration in February 2024, less than three months after taking control from the Brazilian group Natura. Stores also closed overseas, including in the US, Canada and Germany, as the overseas divisions were hit by the collapse of the parent group. In their latest update on progress, administrators from FRP revealed that Jatania's Aurea Group paid at least £44.3m for the retailer. They said UK tax authorities would be paid in full from the proceeds of the administration and workers would receive holiday pay owed. However, unsecured creditors, such as suppliers, charities and landlords, who were owed £219m in total, would receive only between 16% and 27% of the money owed. At the time of its collapse, administrators said unsecured creditors included Children on the Edge, a children's rights organisation working in countries including Bangladesh and Uganda; E-Cycle, a Welsh IT recycling service that employs disabled people; MindOut, a Brighton-based mental health group; and the organic certification body Ecocert. The Body Shop also owed millions of pounds to suppliers around the world with the most owed to Avon, the struggling cosmetics group owned by the Body Shop's former parent company Natura, at just over £13m for products it manufactured. The retailer's former owner Aurelius did not receive any payment. At the time of its collapse, administrators said the Body Shop's debts totalled more than £276m, of which £6.3m was tax owed, £44m was money owed to trade creditors, £63m from lease liabilities and other borrowing, and £143m to 'related suppliers' understood to be other parts of the business. Sign up to Business Today Get set for the working day – we'll point you to all the business news and analysis you need every morning after newsletter promotion The group is now run by the former Molton Brown boss Charles Denton, who said the business had achieved a profit in its first 100 days. The company, which once had 3,000 shops worldwide, continues to operate in 83 overseas markets with more than 1,300 outlets. Most of those stores are operated by franchise partners, including about 700 in Europe, 60 in Canada and nearly 100 in Australia, as well as India, Malaysia, Indonesia and South Korea.
