Estée Lauder reported net sales rose 3% to $3.21 billion for its second quarter ended Dec. 31, 2016. Incremental sales from the company’s recent acquisitions of By Kilian, Becca and Too Faced contributed approximately 90 basis points to sales growth, of which less than half is attributable to Too Faced, said the company.


“Our second quarter sales growth accelerated as planned, reflecting the benefits of our portfolio diversity by brand, channel, product category and country,” said Fabrizio Freda, president and chief executive officer. “Our small, mid-sized and luxury brands continued to lead growth, contributing strong sales increases, and recent acquisitions added incremental sales.”


According to Fabrizio, among its large brands, Estée Lauder and M•A•C each grew in constant currency. Furthermore, the company achieved strong double-digit growth in its most profitable channels including travel retail, online and specialty-multi. Sales growth accelerated in most product categories and every geographic region in constant currency.


“We have strategically invested in these growth engines to produce strong results, as well as position us for continued future success,” he said. “For the quarter, our profits were higher than expected, reflecting our ability to leverage sales growth and manage expenses.”


During the quarter, the company completed the acquisitions of Becca and Too Faced.


“Both complement our makeup portfolio, which is the fastest-growing category in prestige beauty, and strengthen our position in the specialty-multi retail channel globally,” Fabrizio added.