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New Research Reveals the Keys to an Impactful Membership Model

The early 2010s brought consumers an onslaught of subscription services. Birchbox gave more consumers access to luxury beauty products at a fraction…

First Look: New Research Unpacks the Differences Between Subscriptions and Memberships

The terms “membership” and “subscription” are often used interchangeably in retail. However, new research from CI&T, developed in partnership with Retail TouchPoints,…

Ulta Beauty Sets A Strong Standard For Niche Retail Success

On the heels of an exceptional Q4, beauty and cosmetics retailer Ulta Salon continues to buck recent retail trends. At a time…

Subscription Service Ipsy Raises $100 Million In Funding

Ipsy, an online-only makeup subscription service, has raised $100 million in a Series B funding round led by TPG and Sherpa Ventures….

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