LVMH Appoints Véronique Courtois as CEO of Beauty Division | Luxury Beauty Leadership, 2026

Strategic Leadership Move Signals Continued Growth Across Luxury Beauty Brands

Luxury goods powerhouse LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has announced a key leadership appointment in its beauty division, naming Véronique Courtois as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

This strategic decision places Courtois already a seasoned LVMH executive at the helm of one of the most influential portfolios in global beauty, overseeing iconic brands including Parfums Christian Dior, Guerlain, Givenchy Parfums, Acqua di Parma and Fenty Beauty.

A Proven Leader Takes the Helm

Véronique Courtois brings more than two decades of experience within LVMH. She first joined the group in 2000 and has held senior leadership roles across its most prestigious beauty maisons. Her tenure includes leading Guerlain, one of the group’s heritage fragrance and skincare brands, and most recently serving as CEO of Parfums Christian Dior a cornerstone of LVMH’s beauty business.

In her expanded role, Courtois will not only continue to lead Parfums Christian Dior but will also drive overarching strategy and performance across LVMH’s entire beauty division. Her appointment underscores LVMH’s commitment to consolidating leadership and fortifying innovation across its luxury beauty brands.

Part of a Broader Leadership Shake-Up

The appointment comes amid a broader slate of executive changes at LVMH. Antoine Arnault, son of LVMH Chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault, has been promoted to the group’s executive committee, joining Courtois in a strategic leadership role. The reshuffle reflects LVMH’s ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and succession planning at the highest levels of the group.

Meanwhile, Stéphane Rinderknech the former head of the beauty division is leaving LVMH to pursue new opportunities outside the company.

What This Means for LVMH Beauty

Courtois’ promotion signals a renewed emphasis on luxury, creativity and global coordination within LVMH’s beauty segment, which contributes billions in annual revenue and includes some of the most coveted brands in fragrance and cosmetics today.

Industry analysts see this leadership move as a strategic effort to:

• Spotlight executive talent from within and maintain continuity in brand vision.

• Drive growth and innovation across diverse beauty portfolios.

• Reinforce LVMH’s competitive edge amid industry shifts and consumer trends.

As luxury beauty continues to evolve from digital experiences to new markets and consumer preferences Courtois’ leadership will be pivotal in shaping LVMH’s path forward.