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𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? At the DOUGLAS Group, we combine beauty with responsibility. 💄 That is why we integrate sustainability practices into all of our business activities, including the manufacturing of our Corporate Brands products: Our goal is to ensure that 100% of our Corporate Brand’s packaging will integrate recyclable, recycled, or reusable (RRR) solutions by 2027. ♻ Our recently published Packaging Strategy outlines this objective along with several other targets. Recognizing that sustainability is a collaborative effort, the strategy also provides a comprehensive guideline for our stakeholders across all delivery processes, outlining how we intend to produce our products while incorporating sustainability considerations. Further information regarding our packaging strategy can be found here: https://lnkd.in/dhZWvcF8 👈 #MakeLifeMoreBeautiful #SustainableBeauty

#Spotlight on: Skinification of Haircare ✨💆 In 2025, the lines between skin and hair care continue to blur. Skincare principles are increasingly being integrated into haircare routines, with a stronger focus on hair and scalp health. Consumers are now prioritizing products which transform daily haircare into a self-care ritual that enhances overall well-being. The evolution of haircare goes beyond grooming – it is about emotional wellness, renewal, and relaxation. This shift is reshaping consumer expectations and driving demand for innovative, functional products that combine performance with care. At the same time, the interest in scalp care is growing, with skincare-inspired treatments gaining popularity. As the beauty landscape evolves, clean and sustainable solutions are becoming central to consumer choices, setting new standards for haircare. Explore how these transformations are redefining beauty and wellness. #BeautySpotlight #MakeLifeMoreBeautiful

Congratulations to the whole team at Arvato! 🎉 We are happy to have you as our strong partner and are excited to continue our successful collaboration in the future. 

𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 - 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 ❤ While we don't need a special occasion to show our love, Valentine's Day is a great reminder to reach out to our loved ones and express how we feel. At DOUGLAS, we celebrate Valentine’s Day with an international 360-degree marketing campaign under the slogan “Beautiful Valentine’s Day – Show Your Love”. Our goal is to celebrate the authenticity of love and affection in its many forms. Our campaign invites the audience to become silent observers, witnessing how different people express their affection in unique ways. These multifaceted expressions of affection are set in THE VALENTINE, a charming apartment building where people from all walks of life celebrate Valentine’s Day. It becomes a symbol of love’s diversity, showing the many ways affection is displayed for example with a thoughtful beauty gift. 🎁 A big thank you to Anke Menkhorst, Clara Corre, Carla Stroetzel, and the amazing team for bringing this beautiful campaign to life! Happy Valentine’s Day! #MakeLifeMoreBeautiful #ValentinesDay

Financial results: The DOUGLAS Group kicks off 2024/25 with solid growth We started into the new financial year with a solid first quarter – despite an exceedingly challenging environment with softening consumer sentiment in many European markets and against a very strong prior-year quarter. In the peak season and final months of the year 2024, we continued to grow profitably, substantially improved our net income and achieved major progress in the implementation of our growth strategy #LetItBloom. 📈 Our growth path continues We increased Group sales by 5.8% to around 1.65 billion euros, driven by our successful omnichannel model and both stores (+5.7%) and E-Com (+6.2%). Looking only at our core business by excluding the sold-off online pharmacy Disapo, Group sales stood at +6.5% and E-Com at +8.3%. All segments contributed positively to this development. Following a strong start in October and November with Singles’ Day and Beauty Friday, sales momentum slowed down in December and remained soft into the first weeks of the new calendar year. Our growth remains profitable: Adj. EBITDA grew 1.5% to 353.5 million euros and reported EBITDA was up 9.9% to 350.1 million euros. EBITDA adjustments decreased by 88.5% and we expect adjustments to remain low going forward. 📊 Great progress in net income & deleveraging Our improved financial profile clearly bears fruit: As a result of a strong operational performance, significantly reduced interest expenses and the aforementioned lower adjustments, we grew our quarterly net income by 30.2% to 163.0 million euros. We also continued to deleverage our balance sheet with a leverage ratio of 2.3x as of 31 December 2024, moving closer to our goal of around 2.0x at the end of the calendar year 2025. Our NWC improved slightly as well and decreased by 0.1ppts. from 5.5% to 5.4% (Ø LTM as % of sales). 🎯 We are on track in implementing our strategy We have achieved several milestones in the execution of our growth strategy “Let it Bloom” across multiple pillars. With 20 new own store openings between October and December 2024, we continue developing our store network and have now exceeded the mark of 1,900 stores across 22 countries in Europe. By exclusively distributing the haircare brand TYPEBEA by Rita Ora as early as next week, we demonstrate our commitment to building an outstanding assortment both offline and online. And with not one, but two new omnichannel logistics centers set to ramp up in 2025 – in Poland and Italy – we ensure our supply chain is designed for the future. Our full year guidance remains unchanged: We expect sales to increase to 4.7 billion euros to 4.8 billion euros in the financial year 2024/25. Adj. EBITDA can be expected at the lower end of the range of 855 to 885 million euros. Average Net Working Capital is expected to amount to less than 5% of total Group sales in 2024/25. Thank you to the entire #TeamDOUGLAS for your great efforts and dedication! 🌷

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗡𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗕É 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘆!💄 Our French colleagues at NOCIBE, have joined a national alliance of 11 French companies to explore a deposit system for cosmetic products. This alliance, driven by Circul'R, consists of nine brands and two retailers and aims to research opportunities and challenges of introducing a deposit system for cosmetic products. ♻️ In mid-January, NOCIBÉ launched its first pilot project named ‘la boucle beauté’ as part of the initative in France. In the next few months, 22 NOCIBÉ stores in Northern France are collecting empty product packaging of participating brands to gain valuable insights into the customer perceptions of the initiative and to identify potential challenges. At the DOUGLAS Group, sustainability is a principle deeply rooted in our core values, reflecting our commitment to responsible environmental action, social engagement and ethical business practices. Our actions related to sustainability are multifaceted, from environmentally friendly product innovation and social engagement to responsible sourcing. As a retailer, we take our responsibility to our colleagues, customers, suppliers, all other stakeholders and the world around us seriously. Want to learn more about the initiative and our commitment? Read our latest blog post. https://lnkd.in/eY5kyXz5 #DOUGLASGroup #NOCIBÉ #Sustainability #CircularEconomy 

#Spotlight on: Sensory Beauty ✨🧠 The first step in your skincare routine can be both fun and rewarding, with innovations like powders that transform into foam, effervescent soaps, and lipgloss that plumps lips. Sensory experiences are now key in how beauty products are evaluated, especially for Generation Z. These products focus not only on external beauty but also on enhancing personal well-being through textures, scents, and other sensory elements. Want to dive deeper into the world of sensory beauty? Explore our latest blog article: https://lnkd.in/eCSqjjw2 #MakeLifeMoreBeautiful

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 #TeamDOUGLAS, Viktoria C. Kranz! 🙌🏻 We are excited to introduce Viktoria Kranz as our new Junior Communications Manager. 🎉 In her role, Viktoria will drive forward storytelling on sustainability and strategic DACH topics within Group Communications. She will also explore and communicate the rich 200-year history of the DOUGLAS Group in beauty. Viktoria was drawn to DOUGLAS by our innovative spirit, dynamic market presence, and strong team ethos, all of which align perfectly with her vision of an ideal workplace. In her daily work, Viktoria values an inspiring environment and collaborating with a team that shares her passion. We are excited to have you with us! 🌟 #TeamDOUGLAS

#Spotlight on: Overnight Skincare 🌙 Introducing our new 'Beauty Spotlight' series, where we look at macro trends shaping society, consumer behavior, and the beauty industry. Swipe through the cards to discover the latest insights. In today's market, younger consumers in particular are increasingly adopting overnight skincare. To meet these demands, they are actively looking for products with a wide range of functions and effects. For many, the evening skincare ritual has become a essential part of their daily routine. At Douglas, Europe’s leading omnichannel destination for premium beauty, we meet these needs with an exceptional assortment that allows our customers to immerse themselves in the wonders of night care and more. #MakeLifeMoreBeautiful

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? At DOUGLAS DACH, we have switched from our iconic mint-colored B2C shipping boxes to natural brown packaging, which now consists of the highest possible share of recycled paper. 📦 We're committed to reducing our environmental footprint and supporting a greener future. Our new B2C shipping boxes are made from 81% to 85% recycled paper, depending on the box size. By moving to these sustainable boxes, we’re significantly cutting down on CO₂ emissions and saving water. Veit Weiland, CEO DOUGLAS DACH, highlights the impact: “With more than 11 million E-Com orders shipped to our customers in the DACH region in the financial year 2023/24, moving to more sustainable boxes has a big impact for us. Although our mint boxes have become something of an icon, the decision to switch to a more sustainable alternative was a natural one for us. This is a crucial step in our commitment to protecting the environment and moving towards a circular economy. It supports our long-term vision of becoming more sustainable while continuing to provide the premium quality and service our customers know and expect from us.” We're dedicated to driving eco-friendly practices and ensuring all aspects of our operations contribute to a more sustainable beauty industry. Want to learn more on our journey towards a greener future? Read our latest Blogpost here: https://lnkd.in/enTXxPJe #Sustainability #TeamDOUGLAS