Nykaa takes over Kiehl’s India operations in expanded L’Oréal partnership

Nykaa has reportedly assumed responsibility for Kiehl’s India operations, deepening its operating relationship with L’Oréal and extending its role beyond retail distribution for the prestige skincare brand.

— Filed Sun, 26 Jul, 2026, 21:16 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

Nykaa has expanded its role with L'Oréal by taking over Kiehl’s India operations, signalling a deeper operating partnership for the beauty brand in India.

Why this matters

The reported Kiehl’s India move follows Nykaa founder Falguni Nayar being named Trailblazer of the Year at the NDTV Profit awards and signals a deeper operating role for Nykaa with L’Oréal Luxe.

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