News Briefs

Fall is right around the corner and Gelish and Morgan Taylor are prepping for the seasonal change by rolling out a new nail color collection. 

The latest from the brands is the Living Our Life range, which features shades that embrace the summer-to-fall transition. 

Shade part of the line includes: 

• Night After Night – Indigo Crème
• Hit The Hotspot – Bright Brick Red Crème
• Sunset My Heart On Fire – Pumpkin Spice Iridescent
• Main Street Magic – Antique Gold Metallic
• Let’s Get Loud – Champagne Peach Pearl
• Moonlit Moments – Ivory Crème

Gelish Soak-off Gel retails for  $14 and Morgan Taylor Lacquer carries an SRP of $10.

Seen, the hair and skin care brand founded by dermatologist Dr. Iris Rubin recently introduced a new product. 

The new launch is the Frizz + Repair Treatment Mask, a non-comedogenic and sensitive skin safe mask that works to help smooth frizz and also strengthen hair. 

Formulated to aid in assisting in the sealing of split ends and repairing hair damage without weighing it down, the mask is color-sfae and keratin-safe, and also is free of dyes, formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, gluten, parabens, phthalates, silicones and sulfates, the brand noted. 

Available in a vegan and cruelty-free formula that is PETA-approved, the Frizz + Repair Treatment Mask comes in fragrance free and scented options that are available for purchase on Seen’s website, as well as at Ulta Beauty and Amazon for an SRP of $36. 

Londonrown is adding a new product to its One-Step collection. 

Recently, the brand announced the launch of its Glow Getter Nail Luminizer, which offers an ultra-fine shimmer. 

Designed to help dull and brittle nails appear more luminous, the product aims to fortify, hydrate and shield nails with every application and can be used as a top coat for added shine or on its own. 

Formulated with hexanal, a strengthener to help reinforce nail structure, it also contains silicium for a barrier against daily wear and tear and an MSM complex for hydration and moisture balance restoration, the brand shared. 

Consumers can purchase the product online via Londontown’s website, as well as at select retailers for an SRP of $20. 

Nivea is bringing back its Essentially Enriched Body Lotion line. 

The non-greasy and quick absorbing lotion is formulated to offer up to 72 hours of moisture, per the brand. 

The lotion contains hyaluronic acid, almond oil and "a deep nourishing serum for smooth skin like velour," per the brand.

Consumers will be able to purchase Nivea’s relaunched lotion at Target, Walmart and Amazon. 

Economic uncertainty hasn’t stopped consumers from splurging on their furry friends.

A new report from CouponCabin reveals that over half of the pet parents surveyed spend between $500 and $1,999 a year on their pets per year, covering everything from routine vet visits to food, toys and treats. More than 14% spend between $4,000 and $9,999 annually.

When it comes to where the pet owners surveyed are buying pet food, Chewy is the top choice, with 39% citing it as their go-to retailer. Petco ( 31%) and PetSmart (29%) are right behind the online retailer, followed by local pet stores (21%). 

More than half of those surveyed (54%) have considered switching where they buy their pet’s food, with 55% pointing to quality concerns. While nearly three-quarters of those surveyed say they opt for a pricier brand of pet food, that doesn’t necessarily mean the most expensive brand, suggesting that quality matters, but budgets still play a role for consumers.

More than a quarter (28%) of pet owners buy new toys once or twice every six months, while 7% pick up a new toy every single week. Subscription boxes are gaining traction for pet owners looking to treat their pets often. BarkBox is the most widely used at 49%, followed by BoxDog (38%), PupJoy (31%), Meowbox (24%) and KitNipBox (20%).

Summer is still in full swing, but some retailers are giving shoppers a head start on the spooky season.

Target has rolled out more than 1,500 Halloween-related items on its website, with prices starting at $1. The assortment include everything from an 8-foot-tall pumpkin ghoul and trick-or-treat and food items, to sophisticated mix-and-match décor items done in a “gorgeously bleak style,” the retailer said. 

Target is also offering an extensive lineup of costumes, starting at $10, for kids and adults alike. The selection includes hundreds of new and only-at-Target costumes.

“We know millions of families love Halloween and don’t want to wait until October to shop, so Target is ready with over 1,500 new items so you can start preparing right now,” said Rick Gomez, chief commercial officer at Target. “With great value on delicious treats from Favorite Day and beloved national brands, stylish decor and costumes for kids of all ages, Target has everything you need to celebrate a magical season.”

This news originally appeared on sister publication Chain Store Age.