Reality TV star and beauty mogul, Kylie Jenner, has sold a 51% stake in her cosmetics company, Kylie Cosmetics, to Coty Inc., a multinational beauty company. The deal was worth $600 million and has allowed Jenner to remain the face of the brand while Coty takes over the operations.

The Background of the Deal
Kylie Jenner launched her cosmetics company, Kylie Cosmetics, in 2015, with the release of her first set of lip kits. The company has since expanded to include eyeshadow palettes, blushes, highlighters, and skincare products. In November 2019, it was reported that Coty Inc. was in talks to purchase a stake in the company. The deal was finalized in January 2020.
What the Deal Means for Kylie Jenner and Coty Inc.
As part of the deal, Coty Inc. will take over the production, distribution, and marketing of Kylie Cosmetics products. However, Kylie Jenner will still be involved in the creative direction of the brand and retain a 49% stake in the company. The sale has allowed Coty Inc. to expand its portfolio and tap into the lucrative beauty market, particularly with younger consumers who are drawn to Kylie Jenner’s brand.
Kylie Cosmetics Continues to Thrive
Despite the sale, Kylie Cosmetics continues to be a successful and profitable brand. In 2019, Forbes estimated that Kylie Jenner was worth $1 billion, largely due to the success of her cosmetics company. Since then, Kylie Cosmetics has continued to expand its product line, launching Kylie Skin in 2019 and releasing new products, such as a line of lipsticks in April 2021. Kylie Jenner and Coty Inc. have stated that they plan to expand the brand globally and explore new areas of the beauty industry.
Looking Ahead
The sale of Kylie Cosmetics to Coty Inc. marks a significant moment for the beauty industry and the power of influencer marketing. As Kylie Jenner continues to be the face of the brand and involved in its creative direction, it will be interesting to see how Coty Inc. leverages its resources to grow the brand globally. Fans of Kylie Cosmetics can expect to see new products and expansions in the coming years, while also being able to witness the behind-the-scenes decisions on the upcoming season of “Keeping Up With The Kardashians,” premiering on Hulu on May 25, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is Kylie Jenner?
Kylie Jenner is an American media personality, socialite, model, and businesswoman. She is best known for her appearance on the reality TV show, Keeping Up with the Kardashians, and for founding her own cosmetics company, Kylie Cosmetics. -
What is Kylie Cosmetics?
Kylie Cosmetics is a beauty brand founded by Kylie Jenner in 2015. The brand initially launched with a line of lip kits, which included a liquid lipstick and matching lip liner, and has since expanded to include a range of makeup products and skincare products. -
Who owns Kylie Cosmetics now?
In 2019, Kylie Jenner sold a 51% stake in Kylie Cosmetics to Coty Inc., a beauty conglomerate. However, she still partially owns the company and is involved in creative decisions and product development. -
What is the release date for the new season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians on Hulu?
The third season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians will premiere on Hulu on May 25, 2023. -
What did Kylie Jenner say in the trailer for the new season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians?
In the trailer for the new season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Kylie Jenner addressed the family’s history of setting unattainable beauty standards, saying “All of us need to have a bigger conversation about the beauty standards that were setting. I dont want my daughter to do the things I did…I regretted a lot of the things I did, but I learned from them.”