Singapore headquartered brands Lifebuoy and Lux have committed to eliminate the word ‘normal’ from its packaging and advertising, as well as drive campaigns for gender inclusivity in line with Unilever’s Positive Beauty vision.
Virtual Beauty Retail: Mary Kay launches digital pop-up shop
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At Sally Beauty the future of hair color is bright
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Five-year EU research project identifies marine microbe promise for petrochemical replacement
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Amyris acquisitions continue with color cosmetics brand EcoFabulous
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Sensitive skin saviours: Physiogel launches sensitive skin-friendly facial sheet masks and sunscreen for K-beauty market
East Asia
TerraCycle CEO: Circular beauty is about ‘honouring the molecules’ of a product and giving them a long life
All Asia-Pacific
Scientists outline mechanism linking skin microbiome to ageing in new product drive
East Asia
High-value, high-efficacy: Singapore’s IDS says ‘doctor-led’ skin care brands will lead the market
South East Asia
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Pedal power: Low-waste beauty brand Oasis to pilot zero-carbon delivery option
Clean & Ethical Beauty
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Clean & Ethical Beauty
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Pandemic skin: Bio-essence targets opportunities by solving COVID-related skin care problems
COVID-19
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Tourist trap: Shiseido aims to restore growth in Japan without overreliance on travellers
COVID-19
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