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
73
Baby Boomer-Targeted CBD Prerolls
Dad Grass is Cannabis Option with Intergenerational Appeal
72
Sustainable Grocery Concepts
Asda's Sustainability Trial Store Focuses on Plastic Waste Reduction
71
Mood-Themed Virtual Shops
Verishop Mini Offers a Curated Shopping Experience Within Snapchat
70
Robotic College Campus Deliveries
Grubhub and Yandex Have Partnered to Offer Autonomous Delivery
69
Touchless Fragrance Testers
Coty & Êverie Developed a Smart Device for Safe In-Store Sampling
68
Exclusive Cookie Brand Cafes
The Oreo Cafe Shares Limited-Edition Treats, Merch and More
67
Nature-Mirroring Home Additions
F2A Architecture Completes an Extension to a Private Home in BC
66
Entrepreneurial E-Learning Apps
The 'Makerpeer' App Helps Professionals Create and Collaborate
65
Surprise Collectible Vending Machines
MINISO's Contactless Blind Box Vending Machine Targets Gen Z
64
Self-Portrait Studios
Toronto's Monography Lets People Capture Their Own Image in a Private Space
63
Waste Upcycling Creative Classes
Katie Treggiden is Leading 'Waste: A Masterclass'
62
Grab-And-Go Café Initiatives
Farmer's Fridge Has Partnered with Dunkin' in a New Pilot Program
61
Sustainable Styling Pop-Ups
Rotaro is Sharing Eco-Friendly Fashion Experiences on Airbnb
60
Small Business Workshop Series
The TikTok Small Biz Block Party Supports Small Businesses Recovery
59
In-Store Ghost Kitchens
Kroger & Kitchen United are Offering On-Demand Meal Pick Up and Delivery
58
PMS-Focused Gummy Supplements
FLO's PMS Gummy Vitamins Reduce Cramping, Acne, and Mood Swings
57
Compact Urbanite Rideshare Vehicles
The Mini City CarSharing Concept Responds to Changing Needs
56
Influencer-Created Burger Experiences
MrBeast Debuted a Viral Restaurant Dubbed MrBeast Burger
55
Ultra-Elegant Marble Retail Stores
Giada Forte and Robert Vattilana Deck Out the Forte Forte Store
54
AR Advertising Deals
Brookfield Properties and the Aria Network Will Offer AR Ad Opportunities
53
Clean Flavorful CBD Gummies
The TribeREVIVE CBD Gummy Bears Balance Both Health and Flavor
52
Dynamic Drone Survey Apps
This App Brings Mobile Functionality to Geospatial Survey Projects
51
Social Shopping Experiences
FabFitFun Recently Debuted the Shop with Friends Feature
50
Geometric Residential Buildings
John Lewis Repurposes its Car Parks Store Into Residential Units
49
Digital Strategy Pivots
Crocs Hit Record Highs for Quarterly Revenue Due to DTC and Wholesale
48
Interest-Accruing Cryptocurrency Apps
This App Lets You Earn Interest On Bitcoin, Ethereum & More
47
Sustainably Speedy Cargo Concepts
HyperPort Proposes High-Speed & Low-Emissions Port Logistics
46
Clean Eco-Friendly Body Washes
The Leila Lou Everyday Body Wash Comes in a Refillable Glass Bottle
45
Sustainable DTC Expansions
Blueland is Expanding into Canada with Its Full Product Lineup
44
Multi-Brand Influencer Storefronts
EMCEE Lets Influencers Create Their Own Online Storefront
43
Secondhand Denim Platforms
Madewell Forever Helps to Give New Life to Old Pairs of Jeans
42
Compact Footprint Food Stores
The ALDI Corner Store Offers a Convenient Way to Access Products
41
E-Commerce Startup Funding Announcements
Byrd Raised $19 Million in Funding to Expand Operations
40
Premium Steak Subscription Services
The First Light Steak Club Offers a Different Cut Every Month
39
E-Commerce Multi-Channel Fulfillment Partnerships
Amazon is Partnering with BigCommerce
38
Women-Focused Wellness Platforms
AthletaWell is an App for Mental and Physical Health
37
Livestream Shopping Solutions
Streams.Live Updates the Traditional Teleshopping Channel Experience
36
Luxury Multimedia Platforms
JAY-Z Partners with Modern Luxury Media to Launch 'EDITION'
35
Tree-Free Toilet Paper Partnerships
DTC Brand Reel Announced New Partnership with with Target
34
Convenience Mobile Checkout Expansions
7-Eleven Recently Expanded its Mobile Checkout Feature
33
Future-Focused Finance Apps
This App Uses AI to Forecast Your Future Spending and Cash Balance
32
Reversible Cap Cannabis Containers
The Reversible Cap Vials Have a Child-Resistant Locking Top
31
Instant Delivery Firm Funding
Jokr Delivery Recently Secured $170 Million in Series A Capital
30
Private Label Brands
Macy's Launches Its New 'And Now This' Brand for Fashion-Forward Consumers
29
Proactive Employee Resolution Platforms
The Mismo Platform Helps Resolve Workplace Issues and More
28
Streamlined Loyalty Programs
Gap Launched Its New Integrated Rewards Program Across Brands
27
Restaurant App-Making Platforms
This App Helps Restaurants Rebound From Pandemic-Related Losses
26
Celebrity-Backed Rent-to-Own Startups
Jay-Z & Will Smith Back Rent-to-Own Firm Landis Technologies
25
Mainstay Retro-Inspired Seltzers
Bud Light Seltzer Announces Its Retro Pack is Here to Stay
24
Dissolvable Vaccine Strips
The Oral QuickStrips Could Revolutionize How Vaccines are Administered
23
Micro-Fulfillment Grocery Centers
SpartanNash Aims to Better Serve Online Grocery Shoppers
22
AI-Driven Video Conferencing Upgrades
Zoom Tapped Ziotag Inc. for AI-Powered Video Content Tools
21
Efficiency-Focused App Subscriptions
The Yac Remote Work Pack Helps WFH Workers with Productivity
20
Cash-Back Shopping Platforms
The 'Fluz' App Lets You Earn Cash For Your & Your Friends' Shopping
19
Millennial-Minded Investing Platforms
This Trading Dashboard Targets Digital-Savvy Investors
18
Social Good Job Boards
The 'GoodJobs' Platform Helps Users Find Socially Beneficial Opportunities
17
Digital Grocery Service Systems
Marks & Spencer Debuts Digital Click, Collect and Return Service
16
DTC Retail Partnerships
Casper is Partnering with Mattress Warehouse to Expand Retail Reach
15
AI-Powered Autonomous Rideshare Services
Ford Has Teamed Up with Lyft for a New Service
14
Eco-Conscious Investing Platforms
This Investment App Uses AI to Assess Environmental Impact
13
Hand-Picked Summer Essential Sets
Sephra’s Sweet Picks Summer Essentials Set Boasts Six Products
12
Private Label Skincare Launches
Dollar General Has a New Line with All Items Under Five Dollars
11
Dynamic Trading Apps
This Technical Analysis App Helps Traders Make Informed Decisions On the Go
10
Retail Distribution Deals
Nordstrom Purchased a Minority Stake in Topshop to Expand Partnership
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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Gen X Beauty Campaigns
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Personal Shopping Apps
Aritzia's New App Delivers Boutique Shopping to Your Smartphone
Seasonal Shopping Occasions
Sephora Canada Spotlights Must-Haves for the Sephora Savings Event
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Science-Led Teen Skincare
Teen Beauty Brand indu is Stepping Away from Makeup to Focus on Skincare
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Amorepacific Introduces a ChatGPT-Based Shopping App
Private Label eCommerce Groceries
Amazon Grocery Will Feature Over 1,000 items with Many Under $5
Strategic Beauty-Focused Retail Expansions
Urban Outfitters Supports Yes Day Beauty's Us Debut
Versatile Beauty-Enthusiast-Approved Products
L’Oréal Paris Spotlights its Trending Must-Haves
Essential Skincare Sets
Merit’s New A/W 2025 Sets Bring Limited Shades and Travel-Sized Essentials
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
AI Skincare Consultant Apps
Haut.AI's Consumer-Facing Skin.Chat Simplifies Amazon Shopping
Branded Power Banks
Reale Actives Created a Wireless Battery Pack for Recharging on the Go
Premium Private Label Cosmetics
Sainsbury's the Edit Comes in 17 Affordable Formulations
Gamified Shade-Matching Activations
Rare Beauty and Sephora Launched the True to Myself Match Up
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Solid Skincare Keychains
Purepeak Appeals to Gen Z's Love of Compact, Portable Cosmetic Keychains
Light-Exposure-Addressing Skincare Lines
Tomorrow-Today Beauty Brings Blue-Light Skincare to Ulta
Fitness-Integrated Skincare
MONCLOS Blends Fitness, Skincare and Social Wellness Experiences
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Amorepacific and Sephora's Multi-Brand Launches in New York
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Gen Z Cosmetic Brands
Myntra and SUGAR Cosmetics Partner to Launch Molten Beauty
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Dermatologist-Founded Skincare Brand Expansions
Fig.1 Beauty Has Launched on Sephora
Celebrity-Led Skincare
Dua Lipa Debuts Her Skincare Brand DUA with High-Performance Formulas
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Clinical K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Rejuran Debuts Science-Led Skincare Through a Sephora LA Activation
Social-First Local Shopping Schemes
Shop Local by Tiktok Shop Makes Homegrown Goods Accessible
Beauty Marketplace Expansion
Bath & Body Works Enters 600+ Ulta Beauty Stores
Takeout-Style Serum Sets
Glow Hub’s Skin Sips to Go are Packaged Like Cups in a Carrier
Mobile Beauty Supply Pop-Ups
Sally Beauty Enters into a Collaboration with DoorDash in NYC
Grocery-Inspired SPF Pop-Ups
Beauty of Joseon's Morning Moisturizer SPF Grocery is Experiential
Connection-Centered Bag Campaigns
Kate Spade's Spark Something Beautiful Stars Gen Z Icons
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
Gilded Cleaning Product Branding
The Fabulosa Rebranding Was Developed by the Brandon Agency
Creator-Led Beauty Retail
rhode Expands Across Sephora Europe After Strong Viral Demand
Beauty-Founder Delivery Experiences
Sephora Launches its 'Beautiful Deliveries' Campaign
Gaming Lifestyle Collections
Toca Boca and MINISO Blend Retail with Digital Rewards
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Bubbly Body Wash Lines
Lux's New Body Wash Range Has a Textures Inspired by Sparkling Drinks
Beauty Retail Delivery Partnerships
Ulta Beauty Has Added 1500 Stores to the Uber Eats Marketplace
Fashion Label Beauty Collections
Vol. 1 White Fox The Beauty + Lifestyle Collection Debuts
brand-focused social media shopping
TikTok Shop & Free Soul Launch the First 2026 Super Brand Day
Beauty-Centric Cafe Collabs
Velvet Vault x Brandor Coffee Teamed Up for a Two-Day Event
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
Cosmetics-Focused Mobile Retail Apps
Clarins and Merkle Collaborate on a Mobile Application
Mobile Luxury Boutiques
Mytheresa Tours the Hamptons with a Curated Mobile Boutique
Mobile Beauty Retail Activations
Cardi B Debuts Beauty Truck for Her Haircare Brand
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Accessible Beauty Consultations
Walmart’s Beauty Experts Offer Personalized In-Store Guidance
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Renaissance-Inspired Curated Beauty Marketplaces
Rennaï Has Launched an E-Commerce Website
Myth-Busting Skincare Campaigns
indu is Helping Teen Boys Better Care for Their Skin
Hotline Beauty Campaigns
Florence by Mills Rewards Ulta Shoppers Through a Branded Hotline
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
Conversational Shopping Apps
The Klarna Shopping Search App in ChatGPT Streamlines Discovery
Social Media-Driven Brand Partnerships
Target and Parke Join Forces on a Limited Style Capsule
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Comprehensive Retail App Experiences
The RetailMeNot Rewards App is Tech-Driven
AI-Driven Wholesale Platforms
Hypedrop Validates, Designs and Develops Products in Six Weeks
Biocompatible Skincare Ranges
Naturium Debuts on Amazon Canada with Cult-Favorite Product Lineup
Social Commerce Supplements
youtheory Expands Wellness Sales Through TikTok Shop
Canadian Beauty Relaunches
The Body Shop Canada Embraces Local Ownership Under New Leadership
Growth-Focused Beauty Pop-Ups
UKLASH's Self-Growth Studio Spotlights Multiple Dimensions of Growth
Unfiltered Skincare Campaigns
The Indu Spots Happen Campaign Celebrates Unretouched Teen Skin
AI Agent Booking Systems
Fresha, Which Operates in Beauty & Wellness, Signals the Prevalence of AI
Smart Retail Technology Expansions
A2Z Cust2Mate Secures Advertising Agreements with Major Brands
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Customer-Led Loyalty Programs
The Iconic Unveils a Loyalty Program Built on Community Insight
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Specialist AI Beauty Platforms
Renude Launches Its White-Label AI Consultation Plug-In
Flagship Private Label Redesigns
Walmart Great Value Was Redesigned to Meet Changing Needs
AI-Powered Grocery Apps
Tre'dish's Transparent Pricing Offers Real-Time, Geo-Targeted Comparisons
Athlete-Led Marketing Strategies
Forta Cosmetics Uses Athlete Network to Launch Its Setting Spray
Canadian Insider Sales
Quince Launched Its First Canadian Insider Sale Event
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Micro-Batch Spa Skincare Services
Natural Spa Factory Launched 'Sk:incredible' Private-Label Line
Mobile Retail Experiences
Duluth Trading Brings Apparel Shopping to Events with a Mobile Showroom
Luxury Retail Ecosystems
Exemplar Luxury Group Unites Three Luxury Retail Banners
Refillable Skincare Lineups
Fig.1 Beauty Emphasizes Sustainability in Its Packaging
Novel Multi-Brand Retail Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Debuts Multi-Brand Shopping and Ordering
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
back-to-school retail campaigns
Target rolls out its back-to-school & back-to-college campaigns
Pet Care-Focused Mobile Apps
Wag N' Wash Consolidates Its Grooming Services in an App
Phygital Active Ingredient Lineup
Vantage Debuts SCALPHIX OX-GUARD at in-cosmetics Global
Fintech Mobile Plans
Cash App Launches an Unlimited 5G Phone Service
Wellness Shop-in-Shops
Wellness by Ulta Beauty Shares Immersive, Informative Experiences
Fashion-Beauty Convergence
Première Vision and Cosmetic Valley Unite Fashion and Beauty Brands
Shoppable Microdramas
Crocs and SuperOrdinary Turn TikTok Storytelling Into Shopping Experiences
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Anti-Pink Tax Grooming
Dollar Shave Club Challenges Overpriced Women’s Razors
Localized Retail Media Platforms
Snappy Shopper Launches Connect, a Retail Media Network
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Social Media Shop-Exclusive Bundles
Zhou Nutrition Boasts TikTok Shop-Exclusive Wellness Bundles
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Content-First Shopping Experiences
Gopuff and SpaceXAI Launched Go, a Personal Shopping Genius
Grocery Retail Intelligence Platforms
Eileen Expedites Business Operations on the Retail Floor
Celebrity-Supported Luxe Fashion Campaigns
BOSS Taps Renowned Public Figures for Fall 2025
AI-Native Beauty Commerce
L'Oréal Brings Virtual Try-Ons and Product Discovery into ChatGPT
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Grocery Surplus Discount Programs
Kroger Launches the Cost-Effective Flashfood App Pilot
Self-Expression Retail Campaigns
Tillys Marked Ten Months of Its Discover Your Style Campaign
Agentic Beauty Shopping
Ulta Beauty Integrates Gemini AI for Seamless Product Discovery
Everyday Fashion Essentials
Nips by Nippies Expands Its Wardrobe Solutions to Target
Grocery Digital Rewards
Giant Eagle Made Ibotta Its Exclusive Digital Promotions Partner
Creator-Led Beauty Commerce
Amazon India Combines Creator Content and Beauty Shopping
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
AI-Driven Private Label Strategies
Grupo Coppel Introduced Its First Insight AI For Private Label
Expanded Visual Search Features
Amazon Unveiled Its Visual Search Capabilities in Shopping App
AI-Powered Try-On Shopping Features
The 'Doppl' App Now Features a Discovery Feed
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Luxury Learning Rewards
Education Couture Rewards Summer Reading with Premium Apparel
Skincare Delivery Shifts
Nuon Medical Reframes Skincare with Tech-Integrated Applicators
Pet Cashback Marketplaces
PetBux Strives to Bring the Cost Down for Pet Owners
Hybrid Beauty Discovery
Ulta Beauty Finds Gen Alpha Blends AI Tools with In-Store Shopping
Influencer-Focused K-Beauty Campaign Strategies
SOLIDUS FACTORY Taps Influencers to Expand Reach
Conscious Shopping Assistants
Better Buy Reveals Product Risks And Suggests Healthier Alternatives
Luxury Beauty Destinations
A Niche Beauty Destination Offers Premium Services
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Video-Based Mystery Shopping Technologies
Blaze Pizza Partners with Reality Based Group
Stock Analysis Platforms
Pocket Finance Hub Provides Insights On Stocks And Market Trends
Global Brand Refresh Systems
'Face the Future' Announces Rebrand With ShopTalk Studio
Online Dropshipping Seller-Focused Initiatives
Doba Announces Mid-Year Growth Carnival
Elevated Casual Fashion
RetailMeNot Spotlights Capri Pants as a Versatile Summer Staple
Ready-Made Brand Marketplaces
Brands Like These Sells One-Off, Agency-Quality Brand Kits
Data-Led Brand Creation
AS Watson Builds Brands Using Shopper Insights and Loyalty Data
Strategic Reward-Focused Retail Campaigns
WeShop Launches 'Shopping Starts Here' Campaign
Habit Tracking Apps
Duse Enables Flexible, Private Habit Tracking With Custom Goals & Insights
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Skincare Tracking Apps
Routina Skincare Helps Users Build Consistent Skincare Habits Effectively
Connected Revenue Widgets
The Big Bucks Brings Your App Store Connect Metrics To Your Home Screen
Niche Membership Monetization Strategies
Outfit Formulas Launches Paid Membership With Alison Lumb
Automated Savings Tools
Cashback Easy Finds Coupons And Cashback Automatically While Shopping