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SEATTLE  — The coffee giant has entered into a deal for Unilever to acquire the assets of the Tazo brand, including its recipes, intellectual property and inventory, for $384 million. Starbucks said the move will allow it to drive a single tea brand strategy focused on its Teavana brand.

Tazo was founded in 1994, and purchased by Starbucks in 1999 for $8.1 million. It is sold primarily in grocery, mass and convenience channels, available in packaged teas, K-Cup pods, and bottled ready-to-drink teas.

AMITYVILLE, N.Y. — Shea Moisture has unveiled the latest addition to its collection. The new Jojoba Oil and Ucuuba Butter collection for Protective Styling is aimed at preserving the health, texture and length of natural hair while containing no mineral oils, parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol or sulfates, the company said.  

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — Sabra Dipping Company is expanding its line of Guacamole products. The joint venture between PepsiCo and Strauss Group has introduced new Classic Guacamole with Lime. The recipe for this dip starts with a chunky, flavorful fresh Haas avocado for a homemade taste, the company said, noting that a strong burst of lime is then added as a final touch.  

TORONTO — Bobbi Brown Cosmetics is partnering with beauty-focused augmented reality technology provider ModiFace. The Estée Lauder-owned brand’s new AR-powered e-commerce site will allow consumers to virtually try on some of the most popular and in-demand products. 

Online sales are expected to go through the roof on Cyber Monday, growing 16.5% over last year.

That’s according to a report from Adobe, which predicts that Cyber Monday will generate $6.6 billion in sales, making it the largest online shopping day in history. Online sales on Thanksgiving Day are expected to increase 15% to $2.8 billion.

Adobe expects that total online sales for the holiday season will be $107.4 billion, an increase of 13.8%. In-store retail is expected to grow 10%.

ROCKVILLE, Md. — Litter for small dogs could become the next wave of in-demand items by pet owners, according to market research firm Packaged Facts. The company reports that despite the cat litter market being at $2.8 billion, it holds an opportunity for sales growth that does not depend entirely on felines.

Canines weighing under 25 pounds could be the next target, considering 12% of U.S. households own dogs weighing under pounds, while 43% have ones weighing between 8-24 pounds — making them the most popular household pet in the nation.

ColourPop, known for its low prices, long-lasting formulas and exclusive availability through the company's e-commerce site, has made its brick-and-mortar launch. The company is now available in select Sephora stores nationwide and on Sephora’s website. News broke in August about the collaboration, which features eyeshadows, palettes and lipsticks for under $40.

BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart has unveiled a multi-pronged holiday strategy that emphasizes convenience, expanded assortments, price discounts, speedy deliveries — and in-store fun. The company said it will throw three themed parties at its stores (for a total of 20,000 parties chainwide) over the course of the season. At the parties, which will include product demonstrations, customers will be able to test (and, in some instances, taste) top holiday items.