Neutrogena and OGX Sales Climb 5.1% in Q2
U.S. shoppers of these skin and hair care brands are seeing steady growth as the parent company's sale to Kimberly-Clark nears.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Beauty
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Kenvue reported a 5.1% rise in second-quarter sales for its Skin Health and Beauty division, while group revenue climbed 3% to US$3.96 billion. The results are relevant to U.S. shoppers of brands such as Neutrogena and OGX, and its proposed acquisition by Kimberly-Clark remains on track.
Why it matters
Growth in the division was driven by higher volumes and pricing across all regions, alongside stronger digital sales and new product launches, which shapes which skin and hair care products are widely available. The company is also continuing a US$250 million restructuring program aimed at improving supply chain efficiency and lowering operating costs.
These figures come from Kenvue's reported second-quarter results, which compare growth against prior-period performance. The stub does not provide a detailed breakdown beyond the division-level and group-level numbers reported.
The players
Kenvue
A consumer health company whose Skin Health and Beauty portfolio includes Neutrogena and OGX, two widely used skin and hair care brands.
Kimberly-Clark
A household products company best known for its personal care brands, now pursuing an acquisition of Kenvue.
The details
Kenvue attributed division growth to higher volumes and pricing in every region, with Neutrogena and OGX as key performers. Increased digital sales and new product introductions also contributed, while the restructuring program targets supply chain efficiency and operating costs.
Timeline
Second quarter of 2026: Skin Health and Beauty reported its 5.1% sales growth.
Fourth quarter of 2026: The Kimberly-Clark acquisition of Kenvue is expected to complete.
Health Landscape
Consolidation among major personal care and skin health brands is shaping which companies control widely sold over-the-counter and cosmetic lines. The Kenvue results show that the Neutrogena and OGX portfolio is still expanding while ownership of the company is in transition.
Shoppers who regularly buy Neutrogena or OGX may see continued product availability and new launches as the brands keep growing. Anyone with questions about how a skin or hair product fits their routine is best served by raising them with a dermatologist or pharmacist.
The takeaway
Kenvue's results reflect steady demand for everyday skin and hair care in the United States. If you rely on a specific product, check the label and ask your dermatologist before switching based on any brand news.
What happens next
The Kimberly-Clark acquisition of Kenvue is expected to complete in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
Further reading
For more on the products shaping this category, explore our Beauty coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Global Cosmetics News.
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