Naomi Watts’ menopause brand, Stripes Beauty, is acquired by LVMH-backed L Catterton

Hollywood is famous for its ageism against women. So it was a bold move when two years ago, Naomi Watts decided to launch a brand devoted to menopause. “In Hollywood, actresses are told their careers will end at 40,” she says. “So talking about my own aging was definitely risky.” The 55-year old actress, who has starred in Mulholland Drive and King Kong, had begun her menopause transition early and experienced many painful symptoms. Like many women, she felt like she had to suffer in...