Is Sephora Still Operating in Russia?

This decision was aligned with similar announcements by other major brands, including Estée Lauder, which also ceased operations in Russia around the same time. This decision was part of a broader trend in which numerous Western retailers reassessed their presence in Russia in response to the geopolitical climate.

The departure was symbolic and had substantial financial implications for Sephora, which estimated a loss of 210 million euros from selling its Russian subsidiary. By October 2022, Sephora had taken steps to rebrand its presence in Russia.

The stores that once operated under the Sephora name began reopening as Ile de Beauté, a brand previously acquired by Sephora. This transition was a name change and a shift in ownership.

In July 2022, Sephora agreed to sell 100% of the shares of its subsidiary in Russia to its local general manager, with the deal closing in October of the same year. At the time of the sale, Sephora operated 88 stores in Russia, employing around 1,200 individuals…