And Ulta Beauty CEO Dave Kimbell announced his retirement, with Kecia Steelman – the US beauty retailer’s current President ...

Lauren Edelman, most recently the brand's chief marketing officer, has assumed the top slot, succeeding Katia Beauchamp.

Lauren Edelman, previously global chief marketing officer, is succeeding Katia Beauchamp as chief executive officer. The news comes on the heels of changes at Wella Co., L’Oréal and Ulta Beauty.