These online cosmetic campaigns range from social beauty platforms to virtual manicure apps that showcase a brand's latest product range. As social media becomes more prevalent in the lives of consumers, brands are looking for new ways to market traditional beauty products and are attempting to appeal to a millennial demographic in intriguing ways.
While brands like Dove, LUSH and Elizabeth Arden are embracing natural beauty and addressing important social issues, heritage companies like Lancome are celebrating their history by breaking from tradition. Examples of these brand strategies include Dove's custom hashtags that say no to online bullying, along with Elizabeth Arden's charitable Pinterest campaign that raises funds for cancer research. Other examples include social media campaigns by LUSH that aim to end animal cruelty in the cosmetic industry.
For more traditional brands, fusing history with modern technology illustrates growth and evolution. An example is Lancome's recent 'You are Lancome' campaign that takes consumers to a branded web platform. The website encourages creativity and lets users make and share an artistic selfie that is branded with Lancome's social media signage.
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Inner Beauty Ads
Stop the Beauty Madness Campaign Encourages People to Rethink Pretty

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Beauty Tutorial Apps
Through Sephora, Map My Beauty Shows How and Where to Apply Cosmetics
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Makeup Trial Apps
LX Studio's Virtual Makeover Studio Lets You Experiment with Real Products
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Pop Star Cosmetic Campaigns
Katy Perry's New COVERGIRL Collection is 'InstaGLAM'
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Selfie Makeup Campaigns
Lady Gaga Stars in a Self-Photographed Shoot for Shiseido Cosmetics
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Interactive Nail Art Applications
The Gwen for OPI Smartphone Platform Allows Users to Form Looks
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Beauty Brand Makeup Lenses
L'Oreal Ran a Sponsored Snapchat Lens That Applied Eyeliner to Users
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Charitable Pinboard Campaigns
Elizabeth Arden's 'Pin It to Give It' Board Supports Cancer Patients
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Artistic Beauty Platforms
The 'You are Lancome' Interactive Website Celebrates 80s Years
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Smashing Cosmetic Campaigns
NARS' Social Media Beauty Campaign Had Fans Unveil a New Product Line
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Cosmetic Kickoff Apps
The #ootd_WITH CLINIQUE Reposting App Launches Clinique Pop
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Virtual Manicure Apps
ModiFace's Virtual Nail Salon Premium Lets You Try on Brand Name Shades
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Beauty E-Consultations
Tesco Buddies Up with Bloggers to Host Beauty Consultations on Google+
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Lipstick Kiss-Collecting Campaigns
This Lush Emotional Brilliance Campaign Aims to Set a Record
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Distorted Beauty Billboards
This Pola Apex Campaign Represents Imbalanced Skin Solutions
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Social Media Makeup Rewards
The Lancôme Elite Rewards Service Gives Consumers Luxury Discounts
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Smile-Activated Cameras
This Interactive Dove Ad Reinforces That Beauty is Amplified with a Smile
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Intense Social Media Makeovers
The Lancome Facebook App Teaches You How to Overhaul Your Look
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Faux Fashion Websites
This Lush Campaign to End Animal Cruelty Involves a Deceptive Website
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Beauty Vlogger Contests
The Brush Contest from L'Oreal Appeals to Makeup Lovers Worldwide
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Bold Cosmetics Campaigns
The 'I Only Wear MAC' Campaign Offers A Bold Take on Nude Makeup
Creative Ad Responses
Kiehl’s Response to Censorship Embraces Bold Creativity
Modern Newsstand Skincare Pop-Ups
Neutrogena x AIRE Health Hosted a Thematic Event
Positive Social Media Campaigns
The New Tumblr Campaign Champions Community Over Controversy
Retro Mascara Kits
Maybelline's Sky High Mascara PR Kit is Styled Like a Brick Cell Phone
Authenticity-Centric Beauty Series
Sephora Adds to Its 'We Belong to Something Beautiful' Campaign
Luxury Beauty Brand Launches
La Beauté Louis Vuitton Unveils a New Era of Luxury Beauty
Clean Mindful Cosmetics
Sonela's Lip Glosses and Liquid Blushes Fortify the Mind-Skin Connection
Truth-Forward Beauty Campaigns
The Ordinary X Uncommon Unveil the Beauty Industry’s Biggest Myths
Customizable Beauty Brands
The Body Lab Offers Customization Expertise into Body Care
Problem-Solving Youth Skincare
Epic Skincare Shares Purposeful Products for Gen Alpha & Gen Z
Empowering Makeup Brand Campaigns
JuJu Watkins Stars in NYX Professional Makeup’s New Campaign
Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns
Dolce & Gabbana's 'Il Pranzo' Campaign is Dramatic and Bold
Athlete-Starring Cosmetic Campaigns
Glossier Recruits WNBA Stars for its New Lip Gloss Debut
Autumnal Cleaning Product Campaigns
Mrs Hinch’s Cosy Season Collection Welcomes Autumn
Mixed-Reality Makeup Studios
Kosé Corporation Debuted a Beauty-Tech Innovation at CES 2025
Olympian-Approved Makeup Products
Team USA Olympians Partnered to Promote L’Oréal Paris Cosmetics
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Demystifying Skincare Pop-Ups
The Power Of Simple Experience Pop Empowers Consumers
AI-Crafted Hyper Personal Tools
L'Oréal & Meta Launch AI Hyper-Personalization
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Skincare Well-Being Campaigns
Neutrogena Celebrates International Self-Care Awareness Day
Brand Heritage-Appreciation Campaigns
Timberlands Racy 'ICONIC' Campaign Honours Its Legacy
Pride Month Cosmetic Campaigns
Nivea Proud In Your Skin Was Created with PFLAG National
Assistive Beauty Systems
L'Oréal SYNC Makes Applying Makeup More Enjoyable & Accessible
Gamified Beauty Pop-Ups
The Players' Lounge Pop-Up by NARS Spotlights Complexion Products
Spoof Cosmetics Campaigns
Milani's America’s Next Top Primer Revisits 2000 Reality TV
Hair Care Retail Expansions
Function of Beauty Opens a Storefront With Amazon
Individuality-Focused Brand Campaigns
Adidas Originals' New Campaign Champions Timeless Classics
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Sensitive Skin Cosmetic Campaigns
The Cetaphil For Everyone’s Sensitive Skin Campaign is Inclusive
Humorous Male-Targeted Campaigns
The Dollar Shave Club Announced its New 'The Club' Campaign
Conscious Beauty Expansions
British B Corp Brand delilah Launches in US Market
Iconic Model Campaigns
Cara Delevingne Announced as L'Oréal Paris Global Ambassador
Global Handbag Campaigns
Coach's New 'Unlock Your Courage' Campaign Promotes Personal Expression
Sensitivity Marketing Campaigns
Cetaphil Teams Up with Lil Wayne for Super Bowl Spot
Unretouched Photography Books
Dove Reimagine Beauty Celebrates Authentic Representation
Characterized Haircare Campaigns
NEXXUS Debuts 'The Style Swap' Campaign Starring Lindsay Lohan
Beauty Brand Community Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics and Beauty 2 The Streetz Partnered in LA
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
New Years Specific Campaigns
Dove’s Unready for Anything Campaign Celebrates End-of-Night Rituals
Beauty Innovation Contests
Estée Lauder Launches The Catalysts Program
Grocery-Themed Holiday Cosmetics
Benefit Cosmetics Presents the Playful Benemart Collection
Age-Celebrating Beauty Campaigns
Estée Lauder Canada Debuts the #BecauseOfMyAge Campaign
Mexican Tequila Brands
LALO is Launching a National See New Campaign
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Virtual Beauty Speakeasies
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Virtual Luxe Lounge Offers an Exclusive Experience
Skin-Caring Cosmetics
Versed Makeup Introduces Color Cosmetics That are Beneficial for Skin
Sustainable Indigenous Cosmetics
Cheekbone Beauty Creates Makeup Using Indigenous Inspirations
Social Media App Campaigns
Snapchat Promotes Creators in a Bold Campaign Amid TikTok Uncertainty
Neuroscientific Bodycare Campaigns
Native's Scent Alchemy Campaign Shares the Science of Scent
Connected AR Beauty Packaging
Dermatologica Uses Augmented Reality for its Immersive Packaging
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Silent Drama Campaigns
Lancôme's Hypnôse Drama Mascara Campaign Shares Smile-Boosting Secrets
Beauty-Inspired Guided Tours
L’Oréal and the Louvre Teamed Up to Offer 'Of All Beauties'
Skincare Research Hubs
The Ordinary’s New Website Grants Free Access to White Papers
Informative Skincare Initiatives
Dermstore's #HonorYourSkin Campaign Features Industry Experts
Entertainment-Driven Beauty Marketing
Skincalories Creates a Unique and Musical Brand Experience
Elder Millennial Skincare Kits
Bliss' New Campaign Connects with Older Millennials and Gen X
Inclusive Self-Care Cosmetics
CHOC is an Empowering Makeup Brand for Melanin-Rich Skin
Confident Smile Campaigns
Aquafresh's New Oral Health Campaign Boosts Children’s Dental Confidence
Berry-Hued Mascaras
Clinique's Viral Black Honey Shade Inspired New Limited-Edition Products
Clinical Care Retail Expansions
Estee Lauder is Now Offering its 'Clinique' Products on Amazon
Skincare Versatility Campaigns
The 'Expect More with Eucerin' Campaign Stars Mandy Moore
Sustainable Singaporean Skincare
Belle Femme Offers Inclusive and Accessible Skincare Solutions
Singer-Led Lipstick Campaigns
Olivia Rodrigo Leads Lancôme’s Latest Evolution in Lipstick
Beautifying Pre-Concert Pop-Ups
Tequila Rose's Break in Case of Glam-ergency Refreshed Music Fans
Hands-Free Driving Campaigns
Ford UK's Social Campaign Shares Merch for the "Passenger Princess"
Immersive Beauty Shopping Experiences
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Collaboration with Obsess
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Sporty Social Skincare Campaigns
The Tatcha Moisture Match Up Campaign is Running on TikTok
Telenovela-Inspired Makeup Campaigns
The 'Descubre e.l.f.ecto' Campaign is Launching in Mexico
Tween Beauty Sticks
Talomi's Plant-Based Multi-Sticks Add Color to Eyes, Lips & Cheeks
Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns
Jewelry Brand MWCurated Uses Fake Infidelity Flyers for Marketing
Inclusive Makeup Brand Campaigns
LIVE TINTED Launches the 'It Feels Good to Be Seen'
Collaboration Mother's Day Campaigns
Jergens Skincare Partnered with Nicole Ari Parker and More
Nostalgic Bodycare Revivals
Lush Brought Back 45 Previously Discontinued Retro Products
Unholy Skincare Campaigns
e.l.f. SKIN's Divine Skintervention Saves All Skin Types
Fact-Checking Skincare Campaigns
CeraVe's #FactCheckYourFeed Campaign Stars Jack Whitehall
Tennis Champion Beauty Campaigns
Naomi Osaka Advocates for Maybelline's 'Brave Together Program'
Mindful-Shopping Campaigns
The Ordinary’s 'Slovember' Campaign Promotes Intentional Shopping
Sports-Fan-Inspired Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Debuts its ‘eyes. lips. face. fandom.' Campaign
Nighttime Cosmetic Campaigns
The Estée Lauder Night Night Club Campaign Stars Nicole Richie
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Sleepover-Themed Skincare Initiatives
Astrid Debuts the Exciting #AstridSleepover Campaign
Ethical Skincare Brands
Jackie Loos Recently Founded the Eco-Conscious Tone Cosmetics
Collaboration Cosmetic Video Games
The Revlon x Redecor Fire & Ice Campaign is Interactive
Effortless Skincare Campaigns
Garnier's De-Glaze My Makeup with Me Pokes Fun at Beauty Fads
Mid-20th-Century Holiday Campaigns
Saks Fifth Avenue Unveiled its 'Gifts of Delight' Campaign
Approachable Retailer Branding Updates
The Latest Walmart Brand Refresh Reflects its Legacy
Timeless Gin Campaigns
Tanqueray Debuts the Classic or Nothing Campaign
Inclusive Eye-Makeup Collections
Live Tinted Debuts its Ophthalmologist-Tested 'Legacy Collection'
Low-Cost Luxury-Inspired Cosmetics
Bath & Body Works Everyday Luxuries Collection is Affordable
Authentic Skincare Campaigns
We are Social France Spotlights Avène’s New Anti-Blemish Cream
Aspirational Mature Beauty Brands
Sarah Creal Beauty Delivers Luxe Problem Solvers for Women 40+
Scream Queen Skincare Campaigns
philosophy and Sarah Michelle Gellar Partnered for a Retinol Ad
Color-Centric Beauty Packaging
Lumson's Absolute Collection is an Ode to the Color of the Year
Empowering Female Athlete Campaigns
Dove and Sports Illustrated Partnered to Celebrate Athletes
Teen Skincare Hubs
Indu 101 Educates, Empowers and Inspires Young Beauty Consumers
Beauty Tech Initiatives
L’Oréal Brings Big Bang Beauty Teach Innovation Program to Northern Asia
Confidence-Celebrating Fashion Campaigns
Lulus Fashion Lounge Debuts the 'We are Lulus' Campaign
Reality TV Cosmetic Campaigns
The IT Cosmetics 'Keep IT Real' Campaign Takes a Comedic Approach
Body-Positive Brand Campaigns
Dove's Super Bowl Ad Challenges Toxic Body Talk in Sports
Proactive Modern Skincare Lines
Mimosa Lane Enters the Beauty Market, Focusing on Sun Protection
Confident Fashion Rebranding Campaigns
Boohoo Launches the People Will Talk... Campaign
Wildfire Relief Initiatives
Beauty Together is A Collaborative Effort for Wildfire Relief
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Beauty Brand Development Courses
The Lipstick Lesbians Created the Let's Learn About Beauty Course
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
Athlete-Centric Beauty Campaigns
Milani Cosmetics Partners with Female Athletes
Hockey Fan Cosmetic Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics' EYES.LEAFS.FACE. Connects with Female Sports Fans
Inclusive Beauty Brands Initiatives
Annabelle Cosmetics Debuts 'Pride and Beauty for Everyone'
Social Video Beauty Brands
Time Inc. Unveils 'The Pretty' Social Video-Based Beauty Brand
Canadian Beauty Company Rebrands
Vasanti Cosmetics Unveils a Rebrand and New Beauty Innovations
Influencer-Led Mascara Campaigns
Milani Cosmetics and The Lipstick Lesbians Struck a Partnership
Beauty Corporate Diversity Ads
E.l.f. Beauty's So Many Dicks Ad Urges for More Corporate Diversity
GenAI Makeup Marketing
MAC Cosmetics is Tapping into the Power of Adobe Firefly Services
Scannable Skincare Murals
The Ordinary's Interactive Augmented Reality Mural Promotes Bodycare
Fan-Fueled Skincare Campaigns
'Peculiar Behavior' Shows the Wild Passion of the e.l.f. Community
Celebrity Skincare Expansions
Kriti Sanon's Brand Hyphen Expanded Its Line of Skincare Products
Skincare Investment Campaigns
Kiehl's Skin-Vestment Pairs Skincare Solutions and Financial Jargon
Marketing Social Advocacy Tools
Nut Tree Helps Smaller Brands Boost Their Presence
Diversity-Promoting Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics Releases a Thought-Provoking Message
Paper Sampling Containers
Arcade Beauty Debuts a Paper-Based Sampling Solution for Beauty Products
Student Skincare Packs
Lush's Curated and Custom Boxes Make Day and Night Skincare Accessible
Streamlined Skincare Solutions
Mio Cosmetics Delivers Straightforward Skincare Routines for All
Affordable Luxury Cosmetics
Pretty Smart Delivers Luxury-Inspired Beauty Without the High Markup
UAE-Based Influencer Platforms
luma is a New Influencer Marketing Program for UAE Influencers
Premium Indian Beauty Kiosks
Character Cosmetics Opens its New Lulu Mall Kiosk for Indian Shoppers
Mental Health-Focused Brand Initiatives
Maybelline New York Partners with WHO Foundation
Revamped Cotton Swab Branding
Q-tips Packaging Has Been Updated for the Brand's 100th Anniversary
Stylistic Footwear Campaigns
Bata Launched its 'Make Your Way' Campaign with a Focus on Comfort
Advanced Accessible Beauty Solutions
Neutrogena Partners with Tate McRae as Its Brand Ambassador
Cosmetic Branding Design Initiatives
The AmLactin x Kerasal #UnsexyDesignChallenge is Cheeky
Eco-Conscious Beauty Lines
dhartii is Introducing a New Beauty & Skincare Category
Beauty Retailing Expansions
Revolution Beauty Joins Amazon Distribution
Reflection-Encouraging Edible Oil Campaigns
Simply Fresh Marks the New Year with a New Campaign
Ayurvedic-Based Haircare Campaigns
Kareena Kapoor Khan Announced as a Fable & Mane Ambassador
Pride-Inspired Social Initiatves
La Roche-posay Hosted Its 4th Annual 'Pride in Dermatology' Event
Toxin-Free Product Marketplaces
Likha Collab Highlights Eco-Conscious Brands from the Phillipines