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There’s More to Building a Beauty Brand Than Selling Lipstick

The most inspiring fashion brands from Comme des Garçons to Balenciaga are able to satisfy customer desire and still make sales targets. The same can be done in beauty, writes Isamaya Ffrench.
Fashion and beauty have to be both desirable and relatable, writes Isamaya Ffrench.
Fashion and beauty have to be both desirable and relatable, writes Isamaya Ffrench. (Josie Hall for ISAMAYA Beauty)

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