From cash-back shopping apps to private label skincare launches, the August 2021 business trends explore who brands are adapting to shifting consumer interest.
One emerging brand targeting consumers looking for rewards is the 'Fluz' app. The cash-back shopping app allows users to earn up to 35 percent cash-back from any purchases. In addition, customers can earn more rewards when friends and social media followers shop using the app. These rewards can be sustainable, and unlike other platforms in this space, the Fluz app doesn't charge any fees – whether for registration, claims, or payouts.
Another intriguing example from the August 2021 business trends comes from Dollar General. The discount chain recently launched a private label skincare line. The affordable collection includes 11 different products priced at five dollars or under.
Top 75 Business Trends in August
From Cash-Back Shopping Apps to Private Label Skincare Launches:
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Self-Driving Retail Vehicles
Robomart Brings Goods to Consumers When Prompted via an App
74
Baby Boomer-Targeted CBD Prerolls
Dad Grass is Cannabis Option with Intergenerational Appeal
73
Sustainable Grocery Concepts
Asda's Sustainability Trial Store Focuses on Plastic Waste Reduction
72
Mood-Themed Virtual Shops
Verishop Mini Offers a Curated Shopping Experience Within Snapchat
71
Robotic College Campus Deliveries
Grubhub and Yandex Have Partnered to Offer Autonomous Delivery
70
Touchless Fragrance Testers
Coty & Êverie Developed a Smart Device for Safe In-Store Sampling
69
Exclusive Cookie Brand Cafes
The Oreo Cafe Shares Limited-Edition Treats, Merch and More
68
Nature-Mirroring Home Additions
F2A Architecture Completes an Extension to a Private Home in BC
67
Entrepreneurial E-Learning Apps
The 'Makerpeer' App Helps Professionals Create and Collaborate
66
Surprise Collectible Vending Machines
MINISO's Contactless Blind Box Vending Machine Targets Gen Z
65
Self-Portrait Studios
Toronto's Monography Lets People Capture Their Own Image in a Private Space
64
Waste Upcycling Creative Classes
Katie Treggiden is Leading 'Waste: A Masterclass'
63
Grab-And-Go Café Initiatives
Farmer's Fridge Has Partnered with Dunkin' in a New Pilot Program
62
Sustainable Styling Pop-Ups
Rotaro is Sharing Eco-Friendly Fashion Experiences on Airbnb
61
Small Business Workshop Series
The TikTok Small Biz Block Party Supports Small Businesses Recovery
60
In-Store Ghost Kitchens
Kroger & Kitchen United are Offering On-Demand Meal Pick Up and Delivery
59
PMS-Focused Gummy Supplements
FLO's PMS Gummy Vitamins Reduce Cramping, Acne, and Mood Swings
58
Compact Urbanite Rideshare Vehicles
The Mini City CarSharing Concept Responds to Changing Needs
57
Influencer-Created Burger Experiences
MrBeast Debuted a Viral Restaurant Dubbed MrBeast Burger
56
Ultra-Elegant Marble Retail Stores
Giada Forte and Robert Vattilana Deck Out the Forte Forte Store
55
AR Advertising Deals
Brookfield Properties and the Aria Network Will Offer AR Ad Opportunities
54
Clean Flavorful CBD Gummies
The TribeREVIVE CBD Gummy Bears Balance Both Health and Flavor
53
Dynamic Drone Survey Apps
This App Brings Mobile Functionality to Geospatial Survey Projects
52
Social Shopping Experiences
FabFitFun Recently Debuted the Shop with Friends Feature
51
Geometric Residential Buildings
John Lewis Repurposes its Car Parks Store Into Residential Units
50
Digital Strategy Pivots
Crocs Hit Record Highs for Quarterly Revenue Due to DTC and Wholesale
49
Interest-Accruing Cryptocurrency Apps
This App Lets You Earn Interest On Bitcoin, Ethereum & More
48
Sustainably Speedy Cargo Concepts
HyperPort Proposes High-Speed & Low-Emissions Port Logistics
47
Clean Eco-Friendly Body Washes
The Leila Lou Everyday Body Wash Comes in a Refillable Glass Bottle
46
Sustainable DTC Expansions
Blueland is Expanding into Canada with Its Full Product Lineup
45
Multi-Brand Influencer Storefronts
EMCEE Lets Influencers Create Their Own Online Storefront
44
Secondhand Denim Platforms
Madewell Forever Helps to Give New Life to Old Pairs of Jeans
43
Compact Footprint Food Stores
The ALDI Corner Store Offers a Convenient Way to Access Products
42
E-Commerce Startup Funding Announcements
Byrd Raised $19 Million in Funding to Expand Operations
41
Premium Steak Subscription Services
The First Light Steak Club Offers a Different Cut Every Month
40
E-Commerce Multi-Channel Fulfillment Partnerships
Amazon is Partnering with BigCommerce
39
Women-Focused Wellness Platforms
AthletaWell is an App for Mental and Physical Health
38
Livestream Shopping Solutions
Streams.Live Updates the Traditional Teleshopping Channel Experience
37
Luxury Multimedia Platforms
JAY-Z Partners with Modern Luxury Media to Launch 'EDITION'
36
Tree-Free Toilet Paper Partnerships
DTC Brand Reel Announced New Partnership with with Target
35
Convenience Mobile Checkout Expansions
7-Eleven Recently Expanded its Mobile Checkout Feature
34
Future-Focused Finance Apps
This App Uses AI to Forecast Your Future Spending and Cash Balance
33
Reversible Cap Cannabis Containers
The Reversible Cap Vials Have a Child-Resistant Locking Top
32
Instant Delivery Firm Funding
Jokr Delivery Recently Secured $170 Million in Series A Capital
31
Private Label Brands
Macy's Launches Its New 'And Now This' Brand for Fashion-Forward Consumers
30
Proactive Employee Resolution Platforms
The Mismo Platform Helps Resolve Workplace Issues and More
29
Streamlined Loyalty Programs
Gap Launched Its New Integrated Rewards Program Across Brands
28
Restaurant App-Making Platforms
This App Helps Restaurants Rebound From Pandemic-Related Losses
27
Celebrity-Backed Rent-to-Own Startups
Jay-Z & Will Smith Back Rent-to-Own Firm Landis Technologies
26
Mainstay Retro-Inspired Seltzers
Bud Light Seltzer Announces Its Retro Pack is Here to Stay
25
Dissolvable Vaccine Strips
The Oral QuickStrips Could Revolutionize How Vaccines are Administered
24
Micro-Fulfillment Grocery Centers
SpartanNash Aims to Better Serve Online Grocery Shoppers
23
AI-Driven Video Conferencing Upgrades
Zoom Tapped Ziotag Inc. for AI-Powered Video Content Tools
22
Efficiency-Focused App Subscriptions
The Yac Remote Work Pack Helps WFH Workers with Productivity
21
Cash-Back Shopping Platforms
The 'Fluz' App Lets You Earn Cash For Your & Your Friends' Shopping
20
Millennial-Minded Investing Platforms
This Trading Dashboard Targets Digital-Savvy Investors
19
Social Good Job Boards
The 'GoodJobs' Platform Helps Users Find Socially Beneficial Opportunities
18
Digital Grocery Service Systems
Marks & Spencer Debuts Digital Click, Collect and Return Service
17
DTC Retail Partnerships
Casper is Partnering with Mattress Warehouse to Expand Retail Reach
16
AI-Powered Autonomous Rideshare Services
Ford Has Teamed Up with Lyft for a New Service
15
Eco-Conscious Investing Platforms
This Investment App Uses AI to Assess Environmental Impact
14
Hand-Picked Summer Essential Sets
Sephra’s Sweet Picks Summer Essentials Set Boasts Six Products
13
Private Label Skincare Launches
Dollar General Has a New Line with All Items Under Five Dollars
12
Bulk Grocery Delivery Partnerships
Uber's Grocer Delivery Now Includes Costco Bulk-Sized Foods
11
Retail Distribution Deals
Nordstrom Purchased a Minority Stake in Topshop to Expand Partnership
10
Dynamic Trading Apps
This Technical Analysis App Helps Traders Make Informed Decisions On the Go
9
Retirement-Focused Investing Apps
This App Helps Investors Manage Individual Retirement Accounts
8
Concretized Construction Apps
The 'OnSite' App Helps Contractors Track Concrete Deliveries & Pours
7
Streamlined Wholesale Distribution Platforms
The 'ADI US Mobile' App Helps Dealers Shop With Ease
6
eCommerce Record Subscription Services
The Amazon Vinyl of the Month Club is $25 Per Month
5
Express Shipping Shopping Apps
Sam's Club Expands Scan & Go App with the new Scan & Ship Feature
4
Zipper-Locked Cannabis Bags
ClearBags' Child-Resistant Locking Pouches Keep Cannabis Secure
3
Free Product Analytics Courses
Mixpanel Teaches About Ins and Outs of Product Analytics
2
Child-Proof Cannabis Packaging
Atlantic Packaging Teamed with Locked4Kids on its Secure Packaging
1
Streamlined Corporate Travel Platforms
The 'FCM Platform' Targets Chinese Business Travelers
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Celebrity-Starring Swimwear Campaigns
Kim Kardashian Fronts the SKIMS 'Swim Shop' Campaign
AR Runway Experiences
Vogue & Snap Created Custom Augmented Reality Experiences for Vogue World
Dollar Store Skincare Ranges
Levitate Beauty is Arriving at Family Dollar for a Low Cost
Autumn-Inspired Face Mask Collections
ESW Beauty Introduces the Autumn Glow Up Capsule
Virtual Beauty Storefronts
The Clinique Lab is a Next-Gen Digital Retail Concept
Luxe Aromatic Detergents
Bath & Body Works is Venturing into Laundry with White Barn Fabric Care
Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
Family Dollar Debuted a New Mobile Shopping App for Customers
Disruptive Sun Care Pop-Ups
Sun Bum's Good Days Daily Bodega Inspires Refreshed Routines
Digital-First Beauty Brands
Bakeup Explores the Blurred Lines Between Real Life & the Metaverse
AI-Powered Shopping Apps
Shoptrue Curates Personalized Fashion Picks with Artificial Intelligence
Custom Cosmetic Launches
These Curology Personalized Skin Care Products are Arriving at Target
AI-Powered Fashion Apps
The 'Blend' App Helps Users Find Products That Suit Their Style and Budget
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Personalized Skin Care Apps
Revea Recently Launched Its Cutting-Edge Mobile App
Luxury Skincare Brands
Cozy Earth's Fount Society Emphasizes Natural and Sustainable Products
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
Authentic Beauty Activations
e.l.f. Cosmetics Authentically Connects with Gen Z on BeReal
AI-Powered Beauty Partnerships
Haut.AI and Ulta Beauty Join Forces to Transform Beauty Retail
Fall-Inspired Home Cleaning Collections
Grove Co. Debuts Its Limited-Edition Traditions Aglow Line
Co-Browsing Shopping Platforms
buywith's Next Gen Co-Browsing Patent Helps Customers Shop Together
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Rejuvenating Springtime Cosmetics
The Tree Hut In Bloom Collection Has New and Returning Favorites
Science-Led Skincare Ranges
Marks & Spencer Launched Its First Own-Brand Skincare in Seven Years
Ulta-Luxurious Hydration Gift Sets
Augustinus Bader's Limited-Edition Set Features Best-Sellers
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Virtual Skincare Schools
Skincare Summer School Helps Beauty Lovers Expand Their Knowledge
E-Commerce Beauty Packaging
Aptar Beauty + Home's Redesigned Packaging is "E-Commerce Capable"
Gamified Shopping Apps
Yaysay Combines AI-Powered Personalization & Gamification
Mixed-Reality Makeup Apps
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Shopping App for the Apple Vision Pro
Director-Approved Lip Balms
The Augustinus Bader x Sofia Coppola Tinted Balms are Plumping
Anniversary App-Focused Apparel
Grab Releases a Nostalgic Anniversary Merchandise Collection
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
Grocery-Inspired Fragrances
Cashé by Instacart is a Scent That "Smells as Good as Cash Back Feels"
Tech Rebellion Campaigns
Lush is Continuing Its Big Tech Rebellion for Black Friday
Hair Brand-Backed AR Lens
TRESemmé and Snapchat Collaborate to Create an AR Lens
Clean Neurocosmetic Skincare
Justhuman's Clean Products Deliver Results Fast
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Luxury Bag Digital Campaigns
LUAR Launches a New Campaign that Spotlights the Ana Bag Design
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Affordable AI Skincare Devices
SmartAppGuided Supports Personalized Care for Less Than $100
Beauty Brand Accelerator Programs
Walmart Start™ Returns to Discover Next Gen Beauty Brands
Community Commerce Pop-Ups
TikTok Shop UK Opened a Pop-Up on London's Oxford Street
Retailer-Backed Beauty Categories
Moda Operandi Launches a Curated Beauty Category
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Beauty Brand Retail Debuts
Glossier will Debut its Products at Sephora Store Locations
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Trendio's Video Shopping App Shares Personally Curated Content
Motivating Journaling Apps
MindUp Encourages Users to Maintain a Daily Mindfulness Habit
Pared-Down Eco-Conscious Skincare Brands
French Farmacie Debuts in the Canadian Market Via Etiket
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Black Female-Identifying Entrepreneurs Grants
The Startup Collective by Aveeno is Now Live
Influencer-Backed Shaving Products
Sienna Swim Launches the New 'SMOOTH' Razor with Five Blades
Streamlined Return Processes
PayPal and Ulta Beauty are Testing Happy Returns at 1,300 Locations
Custom Men's Footwear Services
Robert August Fuses 21st Century Technology with Craftsmanship
Financial Support Apps
'Cleo' is Helping Gen Z Feel More Confident About Money
Gamified Skincare Memberships
Barefaced's No Sun Club Offers Challenges and Rewards
AR-Based Skincare Try-Ons
J.C. Penney Recruits Revieve for an AR and AI-Based Cosmetic Experience
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
Retail Sexual Wellness Expansions
Sexual Wellness Brand Tabu Launches at Sephora Stores
Supplement-Inspired Skincare Products
TrueYou Beauty From The Vitamin Shoppe Expands the Range
Elevated Private Food Ranges
Bettergoods is the First New Store Brand from Walmart in 20 Years
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Virtual Fitting Room Experiences
be Retail Social's 'beDynamic' Joins Up with Get Cutie
Early-Access Shopping Apps
The J.Crew App Provides Users Access to Sales 48 Hours in Advance
Reformulated Skincare Rebrands
Bath & Body Works Underwent a Large-scale Shift to Cleaner Products
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Transparent Beauty Platforms
Clarins T.R.U.S.T. Brings Transparency to Cosmetics & Skincare
Accessible Clean Beauty Platforms
Clean Beauty at Walmart Features More Than 900 Products
Minimal Affordable Sub-Labels
Target Presents its Own No-Frills Brand with Minimal Design
Skincare Coaching Apps
Babor's Skin Coaching Experience Launches Following a Customer Purchase
Gen Z-Targeting TikTok Tools
American Express & TikTok Launch the '#ShopSmall Accelerator' Program
AI-Powered Beauty Apps
Charlotte Tilbury Unveils its First Mobile Beauty App with AI Deep Learning
Revamped Private Label Ranges
The Target up&up Collection Has Been Expanded and Updated
Affordable Fashion Retailers
Pinduoduo Launched the 'Temu' Mobile Application in North America
Omnichannel Grocery Technologies
Instacart Launches the New Omnichannel Solutions for Grocers
AR Secondhand Shops
American Eagle Outfitters' RE/AE Shop Spotlights Sustainable Goods
Beauty-Focused Shopping Apps
The 'Trendio' Live Shopping App Offers Access to Beauty Content
Gen Z Budgeting Platforms
Buddy and Klarna Teamed Up to Support Gen Z Financial Health
Virtual Skincare Experiences
Skincare Brand Laniege Launches its First Virtual Store with Obsess
Influencer Search Apps
Mavn Connects Influencers with Their Favorite Brands for Paid Opportunities
Jewelry Rewards Initiatives
Mejuri Launches a New App and Loyalty Program Called Mejuri+
Communication App Shopping Experiences
WhatsApp Flows Allow for In-App Booking and Shopping
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Conscious Retailer eCommerce Initiatives
The Klarna Conscious Brands Collections is Easy to Shop
Beauty Shop Deliveries
Uber and The Body Shop Expand Partnership to Include 75 New Storefronts
Virtual Beauty-Focused Stores
Laura Mercier Debuts the Virtual ‘World of Beauty’ Store
Rejuvenated Fuel Loyalty Apps
The 'Gulf Pay' Program Offers Savings to New & Returning Customers
Beauty Product Exploration Platforms
The Beautify.Tips Platform is for All Aspects of Beauty
Authenticated Product Review Apps
This App Matchers Shoppers With Brands Looking For Reviews
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Ecommerce Returns Programs
Loop Launches an App to Help Shopify Merchants Optimize Returns
Digital Retailer Strategy Updates
This Walmart eCommerce Update Refreshes the Website and App
Cycle-Syncing Wellness Apps
28 Provides Insights & Guidance for the Four Menstrual Phases
Creator-Driven Grocery Shopping Platforms
Jupiter Helps Shoppers Discover Recipes From Creators
Personal Shopping Assistants
Klarna Debuts a More Personalized Shopping Feature Dubbed Ask Klarna
Retail Social Platforms
Walmart is Taking Social Media Seriously with 'Walmart Creator'
Affordable Beauty Mobile Apps
The Brandefy App Helps You Make Cost-Effective Beauty Choices
Solution-First Beauty Brands
Skincare-Beauty Brand Good Weird Launches its First Collection
Exclusive Drugstore Collaborations
about-face beauty Expands into Canada with Shoppers Drug Mart
Grocery Delivery Service Expansions
The Expanded Uber Eats Grocery Experience is Customer-Driven
Personalized Skin Supplements
Neutrogena Launches Personalized Vitamin Supplements with Nourished
AI-Curated Beauty Boxes
The Ipsy Icon Box Features Products Selected by Celebrities and AI
Offline Shopping Campaigns
'Shop Offline' Helps People Rediscover the Joy of Real-World Shopping
Barcode-Scanning Ethical Search Apps
Ethical Barcode Tells Users How Ethical a Product or Brand Is
Show-Sponsoring Branding Partnerships
Coca-Cola, Henkel and Scott’s Sponsor Three Roku Originals
Virtual Makeup Try-Ons
Parfums Christian Dior Launches a Virtual Try-On Consultation Service
BNPL Shopping Subscriptions
Klarna Adds a Subscription Plan for Frequent Shoppers
Dating Culture-Inspired Apparel
Grailz Taps 2000Archives for a New Dating App-Themed Capsule
Model-Backed Travel Skincare
Madison Headrick Launches a Beauty Brand for Frequent Travelers
Stigma-Reducing Period Brands
August Relies on Playful and Wholesome Branding
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
Lifestyle Sales Expansions
At Home Launches Upgrades to Same-Day Delivery and a New Mobile App
Social Sun Care Challenges
Cosrx's #LayerYourSPF Campaign Reached Milestone Views on TikTok
Social E-Commerce Platforms
TikTok is Launching a New E-Commerce Platform for Consumers
Immersive Luxury Fashion Campaigns
FLANNELS Launches Its 'Welcome to New Luxury' Campaign
Home Decor Apps
Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen Launch Mobile Apps for E-Commerce Sales
Digital-First Denim Brands
True Religion Will Become a Digital-First Brand with its New Mobile App
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Custom-Made Loyalty Apps
The TXB Loyalty App Turns Points into Cash for Use on Anything in Store
Whimsical Hygiene Expansions
Personal Care Brand Clean Age Launches at Walmart Stores
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Digital Duty-Free Catalogues
Tappoo Duty Free sand SkyBuys Launch an App for Fijian Travel Retail
Money-Saving Grocery Apps
Schnuck Markets and Upside Launch a Co-Branded App for Rewards
Affordable Off-Brand Products
Unitas Launches a New Own Brand Label Called Local Living
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Comprehensive Business Loyalty Solutions
BusinessQR Helps Brands Build Customer Loyalty
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Revamped Grocery Loyalty Apps
Tesco Unveils the New and Improved Digital Clubcard and Grocery App
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
E-Commerce Optimizing Platforms
Lily AI Use Algorithms to Help Retailers Improve Their Webstores
Seasonal Grocer Celebrations
Natural Grocers AUTUMNFEST Offers Ample Discounts
Enhanced Shopping Results
Google Updates its Search Engine to Better Aid Holiday Shopping
Low-Cost Cosmetic Retailer Expansions
Dollar General is Rolling Out a New Beauty Layout
Smart Shopping Assistants
Bolt Shopper Assistant Supports Convenient, Personalized Experiences
Digital Commercial Payment Apps
Mastercard Unveils the Mobile Virtual Card App for Businesses
Shopping Rewards Programs
PayPal Debuts a New Rewards Program That Integrates Honey Discounts
Autumnal Private Label Products
These SEG Seasonal Own Brands Products are Limited-Edition
Dollar Store Cash-Back Programs
Dollar General and Ibotta Partnered to Offer Rewards to Shoppers