Chemicals company BASF says that it expects its 'We create chemistry' strategy to grow and make the company more profitable, despite a challenging environment, according to its chairman of the Board of Executive Directors.
In an effort to gain real visibility in Singapore; French skin care brand, Crème Simon has signed a deal with MediaCorp, an expert in print, online and TV platforms in return for a stake in its business.
Capitalizing on the growing demand for Australian-made products in China, beauty subscription brand Bellabox has signed up with e-commerce giant, Alibaba to educate consumers about how ideal the service can be.
Since the implementation of the Guideline in 2013, less than 100 non-special use baby care toiletry imports were permitted into China by the CFDA. CIRS reckons this is down to the industry's 'poor understanding' of the notification and...
A team of scientists in the UK have announced a new £8.5 million (€11.5 million) project to develop green chemicals for use in the perfume and fragrance industry across Europe.
AkzoNobel is investing in its performance coatings business in Vietnam, aiming to increase its workforce by 20 per cent to cater to customers in Southeast Asia, India, Australia and New Zealand.
One marketing services company has new data on open rates and send volumes that could help beauty brands adjust their consumer email strategies to greater effect.
East Asia's supplements market - which includes 'beauty from within' products is favoring bilberries, lingonberries and cloudberries so much that workers from Thailand are even traveling to Finland and Sweden for supplies.
It's full steam ahead for China e-tailer JD.com which has invested in a Hong Kong base to engage more with brands and retailers across Asia, and to make it easier, and quicker for international merchants to ship directly to consumers in China.
L’Oréal has withdrawn its Kerastase K Short Mania hair wax line from the market after a new test from The Danish Consumer Council THINK Chemicals claimed that it contains polyaminopropyl biguanide (PHMB), which is prohibited in cosmetics.
Growing demand for herbal and medicinal-based cosmetics has prompted the government’s Ministry of Health to clamp down on the use of ingredients made from rare or endangered wildlife.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has recognised cosmetics maker Shiseido’s Social Business Model, whereby it seeks to improve social status and lifestyle of rural women by skin care products, as ‘Business Call to Action’ (BCtA).
Researchers at Seoul National University constructed a nose device with sensors that can smell in much the same way humans do. It’s a technology with implications for many industries, not the least of which is perfume.
Market research firm Euromonitor International has released an overview of the growing wearable tech sector within beauty, and has outlined its analysts' predictions for upcoming developments...
According to L'Oréal, its 'Makeup Genius' app which allows shoppers to test the brand's products using their mobile phones or tablets as a virtual mirror, has racked up 4.7 million of a total 14 million global downloads, from China...
Swiss skin care manufacturer, Qamaré has developed a halal based range to treat skin exposed to hot climates in Asia, particularly pigmentation - one of the leading skin issues in the region.
Barentz International is moving into the beauty supplements arena with the acquisition of New Skyport, a distributor of specialty ingredients for the nutrition industry in China.
As part of plans to expand beyond Asia, South Korean cosmetics player Amore Pacific says Colombia is a likely contender as a new market to enter, and the skin care category should prove the primary aim.
According to the Korean International Trade Association, Korean companies accounted for 22.1 per cent of China's imported cosmetics in 2015, closing the gap with its French rivals whose combined market share was 30.6 per cent.
Amway has invested in $25 million in a Binh Duong based facility that will focus on beauty from within brand, Nutrilite as part of its 'long-term commitment to Vietnam.'
L’Oréal has launched legal proceedings against Australia's 'BrandPoint', stating it has been 'misleading and deceptive' with claims for its 'PuraSonic' product by comparing it to the global players' Clarisonic skin...
As part of moves to expand its market reach beyond Asia, Amore Pacific executives are on a mission to gauge whether Colombia will be one of the next new markets it opens up in.
Kao has been named as the 2015 industry group leader in the Household & Personal Products category of the 2015 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) for the second consecutive year; while ingredient supplier AkzoNobel was recognised as the...
Indian textiles firm, Arvind is moving into the beauty sector after signing a deal to manage three of global cosmetics retailer, Sephora's stores in Delhi and one in Pune.
Returning to Shanghai in March, the ninth edition of PCHi is now open for pre-registration which organisers are encouraging industry professionals to make use of, to avoid onsite fees and queues at the show.
Germany's largest retailer, Metro has partnered up with one of China's biggest shopping platforms - Alibaba, to branch out in the region where it mainly has dealt in wholesale cash & carry stores.
The Cosmetics, Toiletries & Fragrance association of Singapore will host its annual workshop on the availability and approval of natural and organic ingredients in cosmetics on October 29th.
Beiersdrof researchers have found that skin cells can protect themselves against stress even faster and more holistically than previously thought, and this discovery will lead to the development of new anti-ageing products.
Thai scientists have discovered two new species of psychedelic-yellow tree snails whose free radical antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties will inspire many new skin care developments to come.
The Cosmetics Design video news feature CD Buzz debuts here with a look at how the Coty-P&G deal is serving to re-shape the industry as well as our stance on the changing landscape of personal care and cosmetics packaging.
As Unilever strives to become more engaged with beauty customers in Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines, Irish mobile marketer 'Brandtone' has been entrusted with making that happen - via mobile data led campaigns.
The center, officially inaugurated on September 11th, features a 'state-of-the-art' personal care laboratory which the France-based active ingredients supplier says reinforces the activity of its affiliate, Gattefossé India.
Oriflame’s Ireland operation has assessed acetyl aspartic acid (AAA) as safe for use in all cosmetics products at a level of 5%, using a new cosmetic safety assessor in line with the requirements of the EU Cosmetics Regulation and in accordance with the...
This year's Chanel 'CE.R.I.E.S.' Award that honors global research in the area of healthy skin and/or its reactions to environmental factors has been scooped up by Japan's Emi Nishimura M.D., Ph.D.
International luxury fashion house and beauty brand, Burberry has opened its third 'beauty box' in China - a concept that offers personalised and digital experiences in colour cosmetics, skin care, nail care and fragrances.
Swedish cosmetics maker, Oriflame has launched a ‘Love Nature’ skin care range specifically for India, featuring the market's "most cherished" ingredients - Neem, Tea Tree, Wild Rose and Aloe Vera.
As the United Nations Conference on Climate Change draws closer, beauty retailer Neal’s Yard Remedies believes all companies can go carbon neutral or at least start to work out how they can do it, but the first challenge is getting consumers to care about...
Japan's cosmetic manufacturers are developing more specialized products and personalized services to make up losses in their boutiques due to stiff competition from drugstores.
With China’s Fosun International in talks to buy Ahava Dead Sea Laboratories, some question if it's a sign the company, whose products are based on Dead Sea minerals, is more willing to be acquired due to pressure of the boycott, divestment and sanctions...
The 2016 edition of Cosme Toyko is fast gaining international interest; attracting more exhibitors than ever from Europe, the US, Middle East and Africa.
P&G scientists have found that the use of chelants in shampoos and conditioners will reduce copper levels in hair and ultimately lead to improved hair health, particularly when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
Solvay has teamed up with L'Oréal to teach sustainable agricultural practices to guar bean farmers in India - derivatives of which are used in various hair and skin conditioning products.
In an effort to conquer China, two of South Korea's biggest cosmetics players hit the road this month to showcase the K-beauty innovations gaining traction around the globe.
It's no secret that China's consumers are major online shoppers, particularly when it comes to beauty. However, overseas merchants have struggled to get access to them until now....
Scientists have discovered that applying a 4% alpha hydroxyl acid (AHA) solution combined with using water jet pressure, had rapidly improved effects on whiteheads and blackheads on the face, and that combined physical therapy may have more impact on...
Being 'tech-savvy' is top priority right now for international beauty brands, which has seen many of them partner up with app specialists to offer consumers 'extra added value'.
Unilever has been awarded for 'continuously distinguishing themselves by inspiring innovative brand marketing' ahead of the Spikes Asia Festival of Creativity.
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