Full-Time
Account Executive
LVMH
10,001+ employees
Manages a global luxury brands conglomerate
Compensation Overview
$80k - $100k/yr
Orlando, FL, USA
In Person
Role is based in a home office with extensive travel required.
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- 5+ years of recruiting and selecting top-performing Beauty Advisors, in addition to multi-door specialty account sell thru experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Persistence in quest to improve the market share of all Brand brands within area of responsibility
- Computer skills necessary to operate all Microsoft Office programs
- Each Account Executive works from a home office
- Travel varies by territory and can be extensive
- Hours of work must be flexible to meet job objectives
- Deals with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment
- Achieving and driving established retail sales goals as set forth by Corporate.
- Ensuring the proper usage of all client retention systems in each account.
- Recruiting, hiring, and motivating Beauty Advisors to achieve established sales goals.
- Recruiting, hiring, scheduling, and managing freelancers to assist in the achievement of sales goals. This responsibility also includes proper budget management.
- Working with appropriate store personnel in the proper planning and execution of product launches, promotions, and special events.
- Implementing the corporate merchandising guidelines to ensure LVMH Fragrance Brands’ image at point of sale at all times.
- Negotiating with store personnel to gain space and improve locations for all product categories at the beauty counter, the women’s fragrance counter, and the men’s bar.
- Providing the corporate office with updates for the account profile book including changes to space, location, and staffing.
- Assisting the Education Department in the training and development of all Beauty Advisors while maintaining constant and productive communication/partnerships with Education Executives.
- Providing the Sales team with necessary information for the account’s monthly business report including information on new product launches, promotions, and special events.
- Conduct all other job-related activities including daily travel to locations.
LVMH is a global luxury goods group that owns brands across fashion, cosmetics, wines and spirits, and other high-end categories. It operates through brand-owned houses that design, manufacture, market, and sell premium products in its own boutiques and through selected retailers worldwide. It differentiates itself by being a diversified conglomerate with many renowned brands and tight brand control, using cross-brand resources and selective acquisitions to strengthen its portfolio. Its goal is to lead the luxury market by expanding its brand lineup and geographic reach while maintaining the exclusive image of its houses.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
1923
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What believers are saying
- Béatrice Goasglas leads TAG Heuer from May 1, 2026, leveraging digital expertise for online sales.
- 13% European store expansion in 2025 captures share despite demand weakness, led by LVMH in Paris.
- Teen care market grows 6.6% to $12.75B by 2030, boosting Sephora post-regulatory fixes.
What critics are saying
- Italian AGCM fines Sephora and Benefit for marketing anti-aging to 10-year-olds in March 2026.
- US-Iran war halves Q1 2026 growth, closing 79 Middle East stores and impacting 1,100 employees.
- Gucci steals share from Louis Vuitton with pricing resets, causing 9% fashion sales drop.
What makes LVMH unique
- LVMH's 75 Maisons portfolio spans wines, fashion, perfumes, watches, and jewelry unlike single-category rivals.
- LIFE 360 strategy integrates SYW aftersales platform for circularity and post-purchase loyalty.
- Tiffany & Co. drives 7% organic growth in Watches & Jewelry via iconic jewelry lines.
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Pay discrimination and retaliation: the Andrew Dershaw case. The high cost of speaking up: pay discrimination in america. The global fashion industry projects an image of pristine elegance and innovation. Behind closed corporate doors, however, a very different reality often unfolds for the workers driving the profits. The recent lawsuit filed by an American executive against luxury giant Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH) and its brand Stella McCartney exposes serious allegations of unequal compensation, corporate retaliation, and wage theft. For decades, employees across various industries have faced systemic wage disparities based on gender, race, and nationality. When brave individuals step forward to report these illegal practices, they often face aggressive corporate backlash rather than a fair resolution. The fight for workplace equity requires understanding both the hidden mechanisms of pay discrimination and the legal frameworks designed to protect workers. This article explores the realities of pay discrimination against American employees, examining the Andrew Dershaw case as a prime example of corporate misconduct. By understanding the available legal protections and the severe consequences of whistleblower retaliation, employees can more effectively identify unlawful behavior and take steps to protect their careers and livelihoods. The Andrew Dershaw case: A deep dive into allegations. Andrew Dershaw spent fourteen years building and leading the United States wholesale business for Stella McCartney. During his extensive tenure, he successfully oversaw more than $40 million in annual revenue across a network of over 200 retail accounts. Despite this proven track record of success, Dershaw's lawsuit claims that his loyalty and high performance were met with systematic pay discrimination and severe retaliation. "LVMH and Stella McCartney built a system designed to extract maximum value from an American executive who gave them fourteen years of loyalty and successfully grew their U.S. business into what it is today, while ensuring he would never be treated as an equal," said Bennitta L. Joseph, Founding Partner at Joseph & Norinsberg. "When Mr. Dershaw objected to conduct that their own executives described in writing as illegal, they punished him for it. That is not a misunderstanding. That is a choice. And it is exactly what this lawsuit is about." Compensation disparities and the pandemic pay cut. According to the federal complaint, Dershaw was the only American male serving on the company's senior leadership team, which consisted almost entirely of European executives. The lawsuit outlines stark disparities in how he was treated compared to his European counterparts. When a European executive was terminated in 2024, Dershaw assumed her full responsibilities. However, the company allegedly refused to grant him her official title and paid him roughly half of her compensation. The situation worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dershaw alleges that his salary was drastically reduced by approximately 30%, while the compensation of European executives remained entirely untouched. Public filings cited in the lawsuit even indicate that Stella McCartney increased her own compensation by approximately £221,000 during this exact same period of supposed financial strain. Whistleblower retaliation and corporate hostility. The mistreatment escalated when Dershaw discovered and objected to a coordinated pricing strategy imposed on U.S. retailers. Internal communications allegedly described this strategy as "anti-competitive (and illegal)." After refusing to participate in this scheme, Dershaw faced immediate financial consequences, including a significant reduction in his bonus. The company continued to advance the pricing strategy, a decision that mirrors similar controversies in Europe. Months later, the European Commission fined Loewe, another LVMH-owned brand, €18 million for anti-competitive practices. Dershaw also claims the company withheld approximately $20,000 in approved business expenses. After he filed internal complaints regarding his compensation and wage issues, leadership allegedly used those complaints as the basis for his first negative performance review in fourteen years. The human cost of discrimination. Corporate retaliation exacts a devastating toll on an individual's mental and physical well-being. The cumulative impact of the company's hostile actions caused significant personal and professional harm to Dershaw. In October 2025, he was diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder, forcing him to take medically prescribed leave. His story demonstrates how unchecked discrimination destroys not just careers, but lives. Understanding pay discrimination: legal frameworks and statistics. American workers possess robust legal protections against unfair compensation and retaliation. Understanding these laws is the first step toward achieving justice in the workplace. Federal protections: the Equal Pay Act and Title VII. The United States' Equal Pay Act of 1963 established a fundamental rule: employers must pay equal wages for equal work, regardless of sex. This federal law requires that men and women working in the same location receive equal pay for jobs that require substantially equal skill, effort, and responsibility. Furthermore, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act offers comprehensive protection against discrimination in employment. This landmark legislation prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on sex, race, color, national origin, and religion. This covers all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, and compensation. State and city protections: California's Equal Pay Act. Many states have implemented even stricter laws to protect workers. California's Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying an employee less than employees of the opposite sex, or of a different race or ethnicity, for "substantially similar work." Under this law, work is substantially similar if it requires comparable skill, effort, and responsibility, and is performed under similar working conditions. Employers can only defend pay differences if they can prove the disparity relies entirely on: * A seniority system * A merit system * A system that measures earnings by quantity or quality of production * A bona fide factor other than sex, race, or ethnicity (such as education, training, or experience) Additionally, California Labor Code § 232 explicitly protects an employee's right to discuss wages. Employers cannot prohibit workers from disclosing their own wages, discussing the wages of others, or asking about compensation structures. The stark reality of the pay gap. Despite these legal frameworks, statistics show that profound inequalities remain embedded in the American workforce. In 2023, the Institute for Women's Policy Research reported alarming figures regarding the racial and gender pay gap. For every dollar earned by a White man, a typical Latina woman working full-time earned just 57.8 cents. A Black woman earned 66.5 cents, a White woman earned 79.6 cents, and an Asian woman earned 94.2 cents. Legal intervention remains one of the most effective ways to correct these systemic failures. For example, a jury recently awarded $6 million to Dr. Anissa Rogers in a gender discrimination and harassment lawsuit against California State University. This precedent-setting victory, secured by the attorneys at Helmer Friedman LLP, highlights the massive financial consequences organizations face when they fail to protect their employees from discrimination and retaliation. The broader implications of whistleblower retaliation and workplace fairness. Standing up to corporate misconduct requires immense bravery. Whistleblowers like Andrew Dershaw risk their reputations, financial stability, and health to expose illegal practices. They act as a crucial line of defense against corporate greed and systemic discrimination. Workplaces thrive when every employee feels valued and heard. Pay discrimination and retaliation represent more than just legal violations; they are direct assaults on human dignity. Fostering environments rooted in integrity, openness, and compassion is essential for the future of American business. Companies must realize that fair compensation and ethical practices are not optional luxuries, but strict legal requirements. Fostering equitable workplaces for everyone. The allegations against Stella McCartney and LVMH serve as a powerful reminder that prestige and wealth do not guarantee ethical corporate behavior. Pay discrimination and whistleblower retaliation continue to harm American employees across virtually all industries. Preventing these abuses requires constant vigilance and strong legal advocacy. Employees must know their rights and understand that the law shields them when they speak the truth. If you suspect you are being denied equal pay or facing retaliation for reporting illegal behavior, taking prompt legal action is vital. Helmer Friedman LLP stands as a dedicated advocate for justice, offering expert, personalized representation for victims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. With over 20 years of legal experience and a proven track record of securing major settlements, its team provides confidential consultations to help you understand your legal options. Contact Helmer Friedman LLP today to ensure your rights are protected and your voice is heard. Loading...
Why LVMH chose SYW aftersales solution. How SYW, a London-based tech start-up won the world's top luxury innovation award, and became a key part in LVMH's post-purchase transformation within the Maisons. LVMH is the world's leader in luxury, so when their CEO, Bernard Arnault took the stage at VivaTechnology in Paris to present an award, the fashion world noticed. In June 2023, Save Your Wardrobe (SYW), stood out from over 1,300 applicants from 75 countries to win the LVMH Innovation Award Grand Prize, along with the Omnichannel and Operational Excellence award. Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. built Save Your Wardrobe to set the global standard for end-to-end aftersales and Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. has always believed that the true luxury experience does not end after the sale. This recognition from LVMH is an honour that reflects not just what Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. has built, but what the future of luxury looks like. A new chapter for luxury aftersales. Through La Maison des Startups LVMH, Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. receive personalised mentorship and business acceleration support, with the opportunity to build collaborations across the groups Maisons. For Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd., it's the gateway to bring end-to-end aftersales excellence to the world. Luxury is built for longevity, and it's about the craftsmanship that goes into a single garment yet, the aftercare infrastructure behind luxury fashion remains fragmented. That's where Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. step in at SYW, to make every service beyond the purchase operationally seamless. With LVMH's LIFE 360 strategy placing creative circularity at the centre of luxury's future, the industry's need for intelligent, scalable aftersales solutions has never been clearer. Who are, Save Your Wardrobe? SYW is the infrastructure that powers seamless aftersales experiences for the world's leading brands. To break it down, its tech platform provides a digitised system that connects brand headquarters, retail stores, and a vetted network of repair and care specialists. It enables brands and retailers to book, manage and track repair and care services with ease. Covering everything from repairs, care, alterations, warranties, logistics, exchanges, compliance, customer experience, and data reporting. A look into SYW aftersales features: * Omnichannel integration: in-store, online, or embedded within a brand's existing CRM. * Automated logistics and tracking: End-to-end status updates, live-tracking and automated communication for all stakeholders. * Financial management: Streamlined invoicing, SLAs and payments between all partners. * Spare parts management: Automate the full spare parts lifecycle with integrated logistics triggers and centralised information. * Live repair data dashboards: Realtime visibility into service orders and key insights on product durability. * Scalable global network: Onboarding both existing and new atelier processes with partner transparency. SYW aftersales technology doesn't force brands to abandon their existing relationships or ways of working. It enhances them, layering digital visibility and control capabilities for brands across fashion, footwear, electronics, luggage, jewellery, watches and beyond. Why SYW won the LVMH Innovation Award. The LVMH Innovation Award is an annual competition that recognises global startups providing cutting edge solutions for the luxury industry. In 2023, SYW not only won the Omnichannel & Retail category, but the overall Grand Prize. Luxury brands lose control of the post-purchase experience to fragmented processes, invisible service partners, and zero data. SYW simplifies global aftersales operations with end-to-end visibility. Bernard's words at the ceremony: "Save Your Wardrobe also perfectly illustrates our ambition in creative circularity, a pillar of our environmental roadmap, LIFE 360. I am convinced that their solution will very quickly resonate with the aspirations of our Maisons and the expectations of our customers." What made SYW stand out is that Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. has already built the infrastructure luxury brands need. SYW naturally plugs into LVMH's LIFE 360 vision, enabling brands to embed circularity and takes away any difficulties brands face with aftersales. Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. respond directly to what today's consumers want the most, services they can trust, and a relationship with brands that continues well beyond purchase. Making an impact with the Maisons. Winning an innovation award is one thing but delivering excellence for one of LVMH's Maisons is another, and shows exactly why the group's confidence was placed in SYW to begin with. With an LVMH Maison, SYW were able to deliver a fully configurable aftersales infrastructure that connects stores, HQ and external ateliers, unlocking new levels of visibility and control for key stakeholders. Through its platform Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. enabled intelligent process automations, improved customer loyalty, shorter lead times, preserved craftsmanship and centralised operations. For brand and retail leaders thinking about aftersales, the questions SYW answers are the right ones to be asking: How do Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. know what's happening with its repair partners? How do Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. ensure consistency across markets? How do Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. turn post-purchase touchpoints into loyalty-building touchpoints? How do Save Your Wardrobe. Ltd. gather the data on product defects and link that back to its design teams? SYW not only offers the answer to all these questions through end-to-end solutions, but its platform is designed to be configurable and scalable. Whether a brand operates across one boutique or multiple stores globally, the same results apply. Get in touch with its team today to discuss your aftersales strategy.
French billionaire Bernard Arnault, tax havens and a new 500-million-euro megayacht. The head of the luxury goods group LVMH has just bought an enormous new motor yacht even bigger and even more expensive than his existing one. It has been acquired through a company registered in Malta, as was his current yacht, the Symphony. The estimated price of the new vessel is more than half a billion euros. 6 April 2026 à 16h08 BernardBernard Arnault, head of the world's leading luxury goods group LVMH, is the seventh richest man in the world, with a fortune of around 150 billion euros, according to Forbes magazine. But France's wealthiest man also sees himself as a tax patriot. Testifying before France's Senate in May 2025, Bernard Arnault said he was "certainly the leading taxpayer" in France, and that LVMH was the "most patriotic" group in the CAC 40, the French stock exchange, in terms of paying tax. But when it comes to yachts, Bernard Arnault prefers tax havens. According to documents consulted by Mediapart, the billionaire has decided to buy himself a new megayacht through a shell company registered in Malta, owned via a nominee shareholder and a Luxembourg-based entity. It is the same arrangement he used to acquire his current vessel, the Symphony. The Mediterranean island of Malta is one of the principal tax havens for yachts in Europe, as documented by the Malta Files investigation carried out by Mediapart and the European Investigative Collaborations journalistic collective (EIC). This is a perfectly legal tax optimisation operation, and in fact a very common one in the world of luxury yachting. But it illustrates the ease with which billionaires can pay far less tax than mere mortals. Thanks to a French tax loophole for holding companies, Bernard Arnault pays less than 2% in tax on the roughly 3 billion euros in dividends that LVMH pays him each year. During the examination of the state budget in October 2025, MPs from the rightwing Les Républicains (LR) and Macron's centrist camp refused to tax these holding companies. They preferred to create a tax on ultra-luxury goods, such as yachts. But the text is drafted so restrictively that this tax will not apply to Bernard Arnault's vessels. A 143-metre yacht costing more than 500 million euros. It is this largely untaxed money that the billionaire uses to buy his vessels. According to a video released in February by The Yacht Report, Bernard Arnault has ordered a new Feadship megayacht measuring 143 metres from the Dutch shipyard Royal Van Lent, a subsidiary of his LVMH group. This is even larger than the Koru (127 metres) belonging to Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, or the Dragonfly (142 metres) owned by Google co-founder Sergey Brin. The specialist website Luxury Launches says such a vessel would cost more than 500 million euros. Indeed, there are currently only seventeen yachts longer than 140 metres. When it is delivered, Bernard Arnault's will be the twelfth longest in the world, surpassed only by vessels owned by Gulf emirs and a handful of Russian oligarchs. Yet the head of LVMH hardly needed it. He already owns a 101-metre superyacht, the Symphony, also built by the LVMH group's Dutch shipyard. This floating palace with six decks and a helipad offers high-end amenities: eight suites accommodating twenty guests, a jacuzzi, a glass-bottomed swimming pool, a beach club at the stern, an open-air cinema, and a grand piano in the lounge; Bernard Arnault plays the instrument to a very high standard and his wife is a professional pianist. The Symphony is also an environmental absurdity, emitting 5,173 tonnes of CO2 in 2023, the equivalent of 2,500 cars, according to an investigation by the French television programme 'Cash Investigation' and the collective Yacht Co2 Tracker. The carbon footprint of its much larger successor will therefore be even more catastrophic. Nominee shareholder. According to Mediapart's information, Bernard Arnault's new yacht was commissioned by the Maltese company Concerto Yachting Limited on April 11th 2025. The documents we consulted do not mention the price of the vessel, but they show that Concerto Yachting has already paid 288 million euros in deposits to the shipyard. That is more than the total price of the Symphony, which cost 228 million euros in 2015. Contacted by Mediapart, Bernard Arnault refused to comment on the purchase of the vessel. His spokesperson said he suspected Mediapart of having "consulted certain contractual documents" which he considered to be "covered by commercial confidentiality". "The source is hardly in doubt given the elements mentioned, and we reserve all our rights in this matter," he added (read the full response in the black box below). In the Maltese commercial register, the owner of Concerto Yachting is officially Döhle Corporate and Trust Services, a firm specialising in the administration of offshore companies, tax optimisation and yacht management. This firm has been mandated by Bernard Arnault to act as a nominee shareholder - in other words, as a proxy. Concerto Yachting in fact belongs to a Luxembourg shell company, Semyrh-Europe, itself controlled by Agache (formerly Groupe Arnault), the Arnault family's main French holding company, which also holds a 50% stake in LVMH. Bernard Arnault declined to explain to Mediapart why he used a nominee shareholder. Döhle did not respond to our questions. The LVMH chief is well aware of the advantages offered by Malta when it comes to yachts. As Le Monde revealed, Bernard Arnault had already bought his current vessel, the Symphony, through another local company, Sonata Yachting Limited, which is also managed by Döhle. The Maltese authorities have made their country the second most popular spot in Europe for yacht registrations, in particular by offering reductions in VAT, first on the purchase of the vessel and then when it is chartered. On Döhle's website, the firm's former director of operations, who until December 2025 was one of the managers of Concerto Yachting on behalf of Bernard Arnault, also praises the "tax efficiency" enjoyed by Maltese companies that have been set up to own yachts. This efficiency is based, among other things, on income tax exemption on charter earnings and VAT exemptions on the purchase of vessels that are used commercially, in other words those intended to be chartered to extremely wealthy holidaymakers. This is precisely the status Bernard Arnault has chosen for his floating palaces, as it both reduces taxes and allows part of the vessel's costs to be paid for through charter income. The only constraint is that when he uses his boat, Bernard Arnault must charter it from his own company. Asked about Malta's tax advantages, Bernard Arnault's spokesperson simply said that "using a company under Maltese law to own and commercially operate a vessel is a common practice in the yachting industry", because "Malta is a member state of the European Union whose maritime expertise is recognised". In 2018 the same spokesperson told the investigative programme 'Pièces à conviction' on the France 3 television channel that the Symphony did not benefit from "any advantageous tax scheme specific to Malta", on the grounds that the "recovery of VAT is the same [...] in France or Malta". This claim is disputed by the head of a French yacht management company, who asked to be anonymous. In an attempt to stem the exodus of yachts to tax havens, France created a more favourable regime, the French International Register (RIF). Despite these efforts, France remains, according to our expert, "less attractive overall than Malta", in particular because of "taxation that is clearer and more controlled in Malta", because of "more flexible application of European rules" on VAT and "greater administrative flexibility and responsiveness" there. That is not the only strategy used by Bernard Arnault. Although his current yacht, the Symphony, is owned by a Maltese company, it flies the flag of the Cayman Islands, a British overseas territory. This determines the legal regime governing employment contracts and allows Bernard Arnault to employ the crew without paying social security contributions. His seafarers must therefore pay out of their own pockets to cover their health insurance and pensions, even when they are French and sailing off Bernard Arnault's villa in Saint-Tropez. The billionaire could have opted to employ them via the French International Register (RIF) regime under the French flag, which offers substantial reductions in social security contributions as well as partial exemptions depending on the nationality and status of the sailors. "But it's not a 'zero-charge' regime like some foreign flags, because a core of French social protection is maintained," explains the yacht management expert cited earlier. Put simply, given his fortune Bernard Arnault could afford to register his yachts in France, pay heavily-reduced VAT there, and have his sailors pay into the French social security system. Thanks to charter revenues, but also to the tax advantages offered by Malta and the Cayman Islands, Sonata Yachting Limited, which owns and operates the Symphony, generated an overall operating surplus of 7.8 million euros between 2019 and 2024, according to the company accounts analysed by Mediapart. Over the same period, Sonata paid 3.6 million euros to one of Bernard Arnault's holding companies in the form of loan interest. That is a small sum compared with the 228 million euros spent to buy the vessel. But even when one is a multibillionaire, every penny counts. * The original French version of this article can be found here. English version by Michael Streeter
Sephora and Benefit used young micro-influencers to push anti-aging products on kids, Italian regulators allege. By Danielle Ong, Parent Herald Published: Mar 31 2026, 11:26 AM EDT Italy's competition authority has launched two investigations into LVMH-owned beauty brands Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics over allegations that the companies deployed young micro-influencers to promote adult skincare products, including anti-aging creams, to children as young as 10 years old. The Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato (AGCM) announced on Friday, Mar. 27, that it is probing Benefit Cosmetics LLC, Sephora Italia S.r.L., and LVMH Profumi e Cosmetici Italia S.r.L. for what it described as "possible unfair commercial practices" tied to the marketing of adult cosmetics to minors. At the center of the probe is what AGCM called a "particularly insidious" marketing strategy, according to Beauty Packaging. The regulator said the brands appeared to use very young micro-influencers, content creators with followings in the thousands, to encourage children and adolescents to make compulsive purchases of face masks, serums, and anti-aging creams. Micro-influencers, typically defined as creators with fewer than 100,000 followers, are often viewed as more relatable by young audiences. "The investigations were opened over concerns that important information, such as warnings and precautions for cosmetics not intended for, or tested on, minors, may have been omitted or presented in a misleading manner," the AGCM said in its statement. The authority warned that frequent use of a wide range of such cosmetics by minors without proper awareness can be harmful to their health. On Thursday, Mar. 26, AGCM officers and Italy's financial police carried out inspections at the Italian offices of Sephora Italia, LVMH Profumi e Cosmetici Italia, and LVMH Italia as part of the inquiry. The regulator said these practices are fueling a growing problem known as "cosmeticorexia," a term used to describe an unhealthy obsession with skincare among young people, CNBC reported. A recent study published in the Journal of Dermatology and Therapy defined the condition as "a culturally reinforced fixation or obsession with attaining 'flawless' skin, potentially leading to excessive, inappropriate, or compulsive use of cosmetic products and procedures." Dermatologists have warned that such products can cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, and in some cases, lasting skin damage in children. The investigation comes amid the viral "Sephora Kids" trend on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where children film themselves purchasing and showcasing skincare products under hashtags such as "Sephora kids haul" and "Sephora kids GRWM." Sephora has nearly 23 million Instagram followers and over 2 million on TikTok. In response, LVMH said it would "fully cooperate" with the investigation but declined to comment further on the ongoing inquiry. "All companies reaffirm their strict adherence to relevant Italian regulations," the company said in a statement. The teen personal care market is projected to grow by 6.6%, or an estimated $12.75 billion globally, between 2025 and 2030, as per Fast Company.
LVMH names Amina Maleck to senior group human resources post. As chief human resources officer of LVMH Group HQ and Other Activities, the executive reports to LVMH Group chief human resources officer Maud Alvarez-Pereyre. March 31, 2026, 5:00am PARIS - LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has named Amina Maleck as chief human resources officer of LVMH Group HQ and Other Activities, effective Wednesday, as part of an ongoing reshuffle of its HR ranks. Maleck reports to Maud Alvarez-Pereyre, LVMH Group chief human resources officer, and succeeds Claire de Coincy, who earlier this month took over as chief human resources officer of wines and spirits division Moët Hennessy. Maleck in turn leaves vacant the position of chief human resources officer of LVMH Beauty. A replacement will be announced shortly, LVMH said. Her new Group HQ duties span all LVMH business sectors, while the Other Activities segment brings together a portfolio covering culture, media, hospitality and savoir-faire. The executive holds a master's degree in employment law from La Sorbonne and a master's degree in human resources from the university's communication and journalism school CELSA. She began her career at Louis Vuitton in the HR department in 2001. Maleck has subsequently held different cross-functional and operational roles across various business units. In 2022, she joined the group HR division as vice president of talent development, before moving to the beauty segment in 2024. "Amina has consistently championed talent development and organizational effectiveness as key drivers of performance and critical levers to sustain LVMH's competitive advantage over the long term. I am delighted to see her bring this ambition and her expertise to the Group HQ and Other Activities where she will be essential in shaping the future of our people strategy," Alvarez-Pereyre said. Newsletters WWD recommends.