South Korean beauty brand Missha will launch its Vita C Plus skin care range into 33 Costco locations in Japan as it sees greater growth potential in skin care.
French beauty giant L'Oréal sees tremendous opportunity for L'Oréal Paris to recruit new customers in China as market trends favour cost-effective products.
Japanese hair care brand KIWABI reformulates its grey hair-cover and treatment product to satisfy the needs of a wider audience, including Muslim and vegan consumers.
Exclusive insights from China’s leading beauty brands, including Chioture, PRAMY and Spēs, alongside industry experts, reveal the opportunities, strengths and challenges of C-beauty’s global expansion.
KATE says its first global flagship store in Japan merges digital and physical realms to create a whole new shopping experience for young digitally native consumers.
South Korean cosmetics firm Able C&C is set on reinforcing its competitiveness in China’s beauty market through strategic online expansion and collaborations with local key opinion leaders (KOLs).
LG Household & Health Care’s genetic study involving over 48,000 East Asians has found that 23 genetic regions affect natural skin tone, which could be crucial in developing effective skin radiance solutions.
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) will enhance its halal certification support project to facilitate local companies’ entry into the “continuously growing” halal cosmetics market.
Japanese cosmeceutical brand DR.CI:LABO expects brand-supplier partnerships will gain more public prominence as consumers' interest in skin care grows.
American luxury brand Estée Lauder is set to launch a quasi-drug skin care line, Aqua Charge, in September that was researched, developed, and produced in Japan.
C-beauty brand Chioture is seeing growing demand for lip and cheek makeup which it believes is driving by the younger consumers’ desire for experimentation and self-expression.
Japanese skin care brand Sansho Kanken attributes slow recovery in China to lingering impact from Japan’s Fukushima wastewater release and intensifying competition from domestic brands.
Korean researchers have developed a compound that has been found to inhibit cell death and protects hair follicles against oxidative stress damage, showing promise for application in novel hair loss treatment.
Beauty retailer Sa Sa says spending in Hong Kong, especially on during weekends and public holidays, is being impacted as locals flock to Shenzhen in search of bulk deals.
Singapore-based Scent Journer’s pandan-infused fragrance has gained traction among Chinese consumers seeking unique scents, propelling the brand’s first venture into the market.
Japanese cosmetics major Kosé Corporation is accelerating its North American expansion with a new Los Angeles flagship store, boosting brand awareness for its key global brands.
South Korean ingredients firm Incospharm is using a novel filtration method to develop a range of 10 plant-based exosomes derived from centella asiatica, dragon fruit, and more.
South Korean brand Franz Skincare has developed patches that claim to offer broad-spectrum sun protection to address the challenge of sunscreen reapplication.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Italian skin care brand Teaology has its sights set on building a physical retail presence in China as competition through cross-border e-commerce heats up.
Recent law amendments have opened doors for accelerating growth of the cannabidiol (CBD) market in Japan, but companies need to first overcome challenges in quality control and consumer education, says an analyst.
South Korean consumer good major LG Household & Healthcare has developed a body care brand with products featuring well-known skin care ingredients like niacinamide, low-molecular weight collagen, peptides, and polyhydroxy acids (PHA).
South Korean skin care brand Mixsoon will launch in around 200 Costco stores in the latter half of the year as it moves to expand its presence in the US.
K-beauty major Amorepacifc has reported strong growth in Europe and the Americas in the first quarter (Q1) driven by expansion of key brands Laneige and Innisfree.
Estée Lauder will introduce new products developed by a local team especially for its Chinese consumers in the fourth quarter (Q4) this year as part of efforts to accelerate innovation.
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have emerged as a central focus for China's beauty brands, reflecting a notable shift among consumers towards sustainability priorities, says Cargill.
China’s beauty market is experiencing significant industry shift with the mass beauty market accelerating ahead of the luxury segment in the first quarter (Q1), says L’Oréal’s chief executive.
South Korean cosmetics company Skinidea has developed a new skin care brand, MDP, specifically to target US beauty consumers as it reinforces global expansion.
The renewal of luxury K-beauty brand The Whoo has helped to bolster sales for LG Household & Healthcare (LG H&H) and restore the firm’s growth trajectory.
A Japanese ingredient firm has enzymatically modified resveratrol to make it water-soluble and more bioavailable to expand its use in various cosmetic formulas amidst rising interest in longevity.
![Missha will launch its Vita C Plus skin care range into 33 Costco locations in Japan. [Missha]](jpg/missha-set-for-costco-japan-launch-to-tap-into-skin-care-opportunities-4.jpg)
![L'Oréal sees tremendous opportunity for L'Oréal Paris to recruit new customers in China. [L'Oréal Paris]](jpg/l-oreal-paris-see-huge-opportunity-in-china-as-consumers-seek-value-for-money-4.jpg)
![Olive Young is aiming to strengthen its same-day delivery capabilities to beyond the metropolitan cities. [Getty Images]](jpg/olive-young-doubles-down-on-q-commerce-capabilities-to-expand-same-day-delivery-services-2.jpg)
![KATE’s first global flagships store merges digital and physical realms together. [KATE]](jpg/kate-s-first-ever-flagship-entices-digital-natives-with-multi-sensory-experience-2.jpg)
![ble C&C is set on reinforcing its competitiveness in China’s beauty market. [Missha]](jpg/able-c-c-aims-to-strengthen-competitiveness-in-china-through-online-expansion-kol-collabs-2.jpg)
![LG H&H genetic study says 23 genetic regions affect natural skin tone. [Getty Images]](jpg/lg-h-h-discovery-of-genetic-skin-tone-factors-in-east-asians-potentially-key-to-skin-radiance-developments-2.jpg)
![DR.CI:LABO expects brand-supplier partnerships gain more public prominence as consumers interest in skin care grows online. [Dr.Ci:Labo]](png/brand-supplier-partnerships-will-come-to-the-fore-amid-the-online-skin-care-landscape-dr.ci-labo-2.png)
![SK-II highlights the importance of unique consumer experiences with the launch of new concept store in Malaysia. [SK-II]](jpg/sk-ii-s-new-retail-concept-marks-beginning-of-a-new-era-in-elevating-consumer-experience-2.jpg)
![Estée Lauder is set to launch a Japan-developed quasi-drug skin care line, Aqua Charge, in September. [Estée Lauder]](jpg/estee-lauder-will-launch-japan-produced-quasi-drug-skin-range-in-september-2.jpg)
![Maquillage will launch a cushion version of the Dramatic Essence Liquid in August. [Maquillage]](jpg/shiseido-s-maquillage-set-to-expand-on-successful-serum-foundation-with-cushion-format-2.jpg)
![Chioture is seeing growing demand for lip and cheek makeup. [CosmeticsDesign-Asia]](jpg/chioture-younger-consumers-drawn-to-lip-cheek-makeup-for-self-expression-2.jpg)
![Sansho Kanken attributes slow recovery in China to lingering impact from Japan’s Fukushima wastewater release and intensifying competition from domestic brands. [Getty Images]](jpg/sansho-kanken-challenged-in-china-by-nuclear-water-fallout-fierce-local-competition-2.jpg)
![Kao will roll out its RNA analysis service to Curél and Sofina IP next year. [Getty Images]](jpg/kao-will-scale-up-rna-skin-analysis-with-curel-sofina-ip-in-2026.jpg)
![Sa Sa says spending in Hong Kong is being impacted as locals flock to Shenzhen in search of bulk deals. [Getty Images]](jpg/hong-kong-beauty-sales-at-risk-as-shoppers-flock-to-shenzhen-warehouse-stores-2.jpg)
![Kosé Corporation accelerates North American expansion with a new Los Angeles flagship store. [Kosé]](jpg/kose-us-amplifies-awareness-of-key-global-brands-with-new-experience-led-flagship-store-2.jpg)
![Incospharm uses novel filtration method to develop a range of 10 plant-based exosomes. [Getty Images]](jpg/plant-based-exosomes-incospharm-uses-innovative-filtration-technique-to-develop-cica-dragon-fruit-derived-exosomes-2.jpg)
![Franz Skincare has developed patches that claim to offer broad-spectrum sun protection to address the challenge of sunscreen reapplication. [Franz Skincare]](jpg/k-beauty-sunscreen-patch-aims-to-solve-consumer-reapplication-challenges-2.jpg)
![C-beauty brand Flower Knows is pursuing international expansion. [Flower Knows]](jpg/flower-knows-sees-international-expansion-as-a-major-focus-2.jpg)
![Oral care is gaining attention as an essential aspect of beauty in Japan. [Nadeshiko]](png/oral-hygiene-embraced-as-essential-part-of-beauty-regime-in-japan-2.png)
![New data shows rising prices and weakened yen have influenced consumers to seek out products in the mid-price range. [Attenir]](jpg/japan-consumers-seek-mid-priced-cosmetics-amid-price-hikes-weakened-yen-new-data-2.jpg)
![Kao strengthens hold on the men’s hair care segment with more premium products. [Kao]](jpg/kao-reinforces-men-s-hair-care-with-new-launches-inspired-by-skinification-trend-2.jpg)
![HBN is collaborating with Hallstar to develop a custom active derived from Bordeaux leaves to give it an edge in the increasingly competitive Chinese skin care market. [Getty Images]](jpg/hbn-partners-with-hallstar-on-custom-active-to-stay-ahead-in-competitive-china-market-2.jpg)
![L'Oréal Hong Kong aims to build long-term trust, advocacy, and loyalty with value-conscious Generation Z consumers through impactful social initiatives and inclusive brand values. [L'Oréal HK]](jpg/l-oreal-hk-champions-social-responsibility-to-engage-value-driven-gen-z-consumers-2.jpg)
![Clio Cosmetics has more than double its existing offline footprint in Japan by launching a makeup brand into 7-Eleven. [Twinkle Pop by Clio]](jpg/clio-more-than-doubles-japan-offline-footprint-with-7-eleven-expansion-2.jpg)
![Yatsen latest research and development investments target the growing market demand for makeup with skin care benefits. [Yatsen]](jpg/yatsen-underlines-significant-commercial-potential-of-makeup-skin-care-hybrids-with-latest-r-d-investments-2.jpg)
![Atelier Rebul is set to launch in Indonesia this year and will unveil flagship heritage store in China next year. [Atelier Rebul]](jpg/atelier-rebul-reaches-new-milestones-with-indonesia-debut-china-flagship-2.jpg)
![Pupa Milano will introduce hair care products into Malaysia this year. [Pupa Milano]](jpg/pupa-milano-set-to-launch-hair-care-products-in-malaysia-in-q3-2.jpg)
![Teaology has its sights set on building a physical retail presence in China. [Teaology]](jpg/teaology-eyes-brick-and-mortar-expansion-in-china-as-online-competition-intensifies-2.jpg)
![Shiseido’s serum foundation innovation is drawing in new consumers and boosting sales in its home market. [SHISEIDO]](jpg/shiseido-s-serum-foundations-attracts-new-consumers-boosts-q1-sales-2.jpg)
![LG H&H launches body care brand with products featuring well-known skin care ingredients. [B.Clinicx]](jpg/lg-h-h-launches-ingredient-led-body-care-products-with-niacinamide-collagen-2.jpg)
![[Mixsoon]](jpg/mixsoon-inks-deal-with-costco-to-expand-us-footprint-2.jpg)
![Amorepacifc reports strong growth in Europe and the Americas in Q1. [Laneige]](jpg/amorepacific-q1-western-markets-drive-growth-with-laneige-and-innisfree-2.jpg)
![Florasis is aiming to capitalise on the American beauty consumers’ rising curiosity about Chinese beauty rituals. [Florasis]](jpg/florasis-us-consumers-showing-more-interest-in-c-beauty-rituals-2.jpg)
![Estée Lauder will launch new products developed by a local team especially for its Chinese consumers in Q4. [Estée Lauder]](jpg/estee-lauder-set-to-debut-first-products-developed-by-china-r-d-facility-in-q4-2.jpg)
![ESG considerations have emerged as a central focus for China's beauty brands. [Getty Images]](jpg/china-s-beauty-brands-embrace-esg-focus-as-consumer-priorities-shift-2.jpg)
![China’s beauty market is experiencing significant industry shift with the mass beauty market accelerating ahead of the luxury segment. [L'Oréal]](jpg/china-s-mass-beauty-market-now-more-dynamic-than-luxury-l-oreal-ceo-2.jpg)
![Skinidea has developed a new skin care brand, MDP, specifically to target US beauty consumers. [Medipeel]](jpg/skinidea-develops-new-brand-to-target-us-market-as-part-of-expansion-plans-2.jpg)
![The Whoo has helped to bolster sales for LG H&H and restore the firm’s growth trajectory. [The Whoo]](jpg/lg-h-h-beauty-returns-to-growth-on-the-back-of-the-whoo-renewal-2.jpg)
![Toyo Sugar enzymatically modified resveratrol to make it water-soluble and more bioavailable. [Getty Images]](jpg/toyo-sugar-produces-water-soluble-resveratrol-for-cosmetics-2.jpg)
![HUL's Stratos technology reduces palm oil in soap by 25% and claims to have superior functional benefits to the skin barrier, fragrance delivery, and more. [HUL]](png/hindustan-unilever-s-new-soap-technology-brings-dramatic-superiority-to-lux-lifebuoy-4.png)
![Clé de Peau Beauté aims to elevate customer engagement. [Clé de Peau Beauté]](jpg/cle-de-peau-beaute-rolls-out-plans-to-elevate-customer-experiences-amid-global-expansion-4.jpg)
![Hourglass Cosmetics, Clinique, Hera and Anastasia Beverly Hills are answering the trend for blushers that enhances natural, healthy skin. [Hourglass Cosmetics]](jpg/hourglass-clinique-hera-abh-blush-innovations-mimic-healthy-skin-4.jpg)
![L'Oréal sees tremendous opportunity for L'Oréal Paris to recruit new customers in China. [L'Oréal Paris]](jpg/l-oreal-paris-see-huge-opportunity-in-china-as-consumers-seek-value-for-money-2.jpg)
![Missha will launch its Vita C Plus skin care range into 33 Costco locations in Japan. [Missha]](jpg/missha-set-for-costco-japan-launch-to-tap-into-skin-care-opportunities-2.jpg)
![The recent product news in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market. [Lakme]](jpg/product-profiles-latest-news-on-the-hottest-beauty-products-in-apac-4.jpg)
