Nykaa takes over Kiehl’s India operations in expanded L’Oréal partnership
Nykaa is expanding its role with L’Oréal by taking over Kiehl’s India operations, deepening its presence in prestige beauty retail, distribution and brand management.
Nykaa is expanding its role with L'Oréal by taking over Kiehl's India operations, strengthening its presence in prestige beauty retail and brand management.
Why this matters
The move follows signals that Nykaa would take over Kiehl’s India operations and a resurfaced February 2026 agreement to run the brand under an exclusive L’Oréal Luxe arrangement.
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