As consumer interest in microbiome-friendly skin care continues to grow, Dr. Oliver Worsley, CEO and Co-Founder of Sequential, discusses the latest research trends and innovations shaping the future of the cosmetics and personal care industry.
Major Japanese brewery Kirin says acquiring FANCL could bring synergies across new product development and market expansion for both supplements and skin care.
Health and beauty retailer Watsons has invested USD250m in store upgrades in Asia to meet the increasing desire for interactive experiences, especially among younger customers.
The founder of a Gen Alpha-centric deodorant brand has her sights set on dominating the market for tween and teen boys, which she believes has been sorely overlooked.
How can beauty and personal care brands leverage and navigate the social selling platform for better results? Global VP for beauty at Nielsen IQ (NIQ) Claire Marty shared her data-backed insights on the topic...
Global cosmetics giant L’Oréal is doubling down on beauty tech innovations, from AI-powered skin care solutions to personalised makeup devices and hair tools, to drive positive impact at a collective and individual level.
Asian American consumers are rapidly becoming the driving force behind major market trends in the beauty industry, wielding significant influence and remarkable spending power, according to a recent NIQ report.
Researchers have found evidence supporting the potential benefits of probiotics in improving hair health, specifically in terms of dandruff control and hair growth.
Kao Corporation is seeking to strengthen its hold on the men’s hair care segment with more premium products inspired by the hair and scalp skinification trend.
Our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty market feature insights on travel retail, hemp beauty, sun care in India, and more.
Malaysian researchers have highlighted the potential of black soldier fly (BSF) larvae extract for cosmetic application after uncovering antimicrobial, antioxidative, and anti-inflammatory properties.
You now have two more weeks to enter the 2024 NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, the winners of which will be announced at the Abandoned Mansion in Bangkok on September 18.
Beauty 4.0 Podcast - Decoding the Business of Beauty
Smart packaging can help beauty brands align with a more environmental and socially conscious Generation Z consumer to create products that are more than just thumb-stoppingly attractive.
In this edition of Drop Zone, CosmeticsDesign-Asia looks at the new products launched recently that are meeting demands for simplified beauty routines, featuring Amorepacific, Caudalie, and Glow Recipe.
Chinese beauty brand HBN is collaborating with Hallstar to develop a custom active derived from Bordeaux leaves to give it an edge in the increasingly competitive Chinese anti-ageing skin care market.
We dive into our most-read stories on formulation and science, featuring L’Oréal’s research on soil microbes, Evonik’s vegan collagen developments, Curie Co’s bioactive bond builder, and more.
L'Oréal Hong Kong says it is aiming to build long-term trust, advocacy, and loyalty with value-conscious Generation Z consumers through impactful social initiatives and inclusive brand values.
A £1bn damages claim has been filed against Amazon by the British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) on behalf of retailers at the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) in London.
The negative perception of hemp among the South Korean population appears to be the biggest setback to industry development, although efforts are being made by both public and private sectors to overcome the hurdles.
Pharma Hemp is maintaining a positive outlook on opportunities for cannabidiol (CBD) in Asia Pacific’s beauty market despite the regulatory fluctuations and variations in the region.
Find out by signing up for our free ‘New frontiers: niche opportunities in beauty webinar’ and get exclusive insights from leading industry experts from the comfort of your desk or armchair.
Japanese skin care brand CAMYU has released a new anti-ageing serum formulated with cannabidiol (CBD) and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herbs known for their hydrating, anti-inflammatory and firming effects.
Chinese cosmetics major Yatsen Holding’s latest research and development investments target the growing market demand for makeup with skin care benefits.
Insight from travel retail experts at Elizabeth Arden, Kenvue, L’Occitane, L’Oréal and more have highlighted the challenges facing the duty-free sector and reveal what it takes to navigate the evolving habits of the post-pandemic passenger.
Consumer acceptance and take-up rate of hemp-based products in Australia are on an upward trajectory, driven by several factors including health and wellness trends, regulatory support, and product diversity, says Hemp Co Australia.
Japanese firm Saticine Medical is looking to widely apply butterbur bud phytocannabinoids in cosmetics, after discovering its CBD-like properties, including anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing effects.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has completed its acquisition of Deciem Beauty Group Inc., enhancing its skincare portfolio with the Canadian company's innovative, transparency-focused brands, including its flagship brand, The Ordinary, for a total...
An extract derived from hemp leaves exhibits potential in preventing and reversing photoageing through suppressing overproduction of pro-inflammatory proteins and enzymes involved in collagen degradation, a Thai study reports.
The latest sunscreen standards are set to bring greater consistency to the industry, ensuring more accurate testing and better protection for consumers in Australia and New Zealand, says one cosmetics scientist.
New independent research shows that online retailers are losing an average of £1.7bn per year just in the UK market because they offer the wrong online search functions.
Launching in the U.S. market with its innovative, natural insect repellent products that combine clean beauty with effective outdoor protection, Vanilla Mozi will offer US consumers a sustainable and chemical-free alternative to conventional options.
India’s beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa sees the need to reinforce its physical retail network to entice more global brands to work with them on India market entry.
Turkish fragrance house Atelier Rebul is set to launch in Indonesia this year and will unveil flagship heritage store in Shanghai, China next year as it reaches 130th anniversary.
We round up recent developments in the exciting Chinese beauty market, including Florasis’s US approach, Estée Lauder’s R&D centre in Shanghai, the focus on ESG for China’s beauty brands, L’Oréal’s insights on the mass beauty market, and opportunities...
For the ever-growing trend of ‘cleanical’ beauty products, how can designers clearly convey this concept in packaging? The London agency behind bareMinerals’ new launch Skin Rescue shares more…
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