The list of countries with animal testing bans in place for cosmetics is growing, but how close is industry to reaching the EU Parliament’s goal of a blanket global ban by 2023?
Beauty major Lush has developed a subscription letterbox service delivering an assortment of fresh cosmetics each month with an accompanying posy of flowers – a move it says aims to bring joy and new beauty experiences into the home.
US biotech company Amyris will be expanding Biossance into China in February 2021 through e-commerce as it ramps up its focus on the Asia Pacific market.
Singapore-based Fawn & Co is expecting interest in personalisation and sustainability to drive the growth of its beauty education and retail businesses in 2021.
Taiwan-based beauty tech firm Perfect Corp is aiming to develop AI- and AR-powered technology for skin care analysis and live commerce applications following its latest round of funding.
A cream containing Moringa oleifera seed oil was found to increase skin hydration levels by 85% after four weeks of application, according to a new study in Thailand.
The French Federation for Beauty Companies (FEBEA) says its recently developed digital app Claire will help industry professionals provide consumers with clear and concise ingredient information – ever more important given digital and social trends.
Shiseido has developed new technology to reduce the use of UV filters – such as titanium oxide and zinc oxide – to improve texture and white cast issues without compromising the strength of UV protection.
There is a lack of rules and regulations for cosmetic manufacturers in Pakistan, despite the high usage of personal care products in the country, some of which are laced with toxic ingredients harmful to health, according to an academic review.
Personal care giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) has reported a net sales rise for its second quarter (Q2) of fiscal 2021, continuing its upwards trajectory globally despite challenges associated with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has published of nine permitted claims that can be used by toothpaste makers in a bid to curtail the use of medical-related messaging.
Amorepacific-owned South Korean brand innisfree will launch a new anti-ageing line, Black Tea Youth Enhancing, in Singapore, following success in its home market.
In this episode of Beauty Broadcast we dive into the hand care category with B&B Labs and Corum to discuss how COVID-19 has influenced the category and its chances of continuing to thrive post-pandemic
Personal care major Unilever has set aside more money to conduct business with suppliers owned or managed by under-represented groups, including those led by women and people with disabilities.
Japanese company Toppan Printing is working to translate high-definition facial scanning technology into a more consumer-friendly version for mobile and web by 2022.
International beauty major L’Oréal has co-developed a smart hair care system with Swiss environmental innovation company Gjosa that blends and distributes product in a way that ensures water savings of up to 80%.
Chinese on-demand retail and delivery firm Dada Group is working to expand its beauty category in 2021 to keep up with consumer need for quick and speedy delivery services.
Australian brands Hair Folli and The Daily are looking to jointly release more products after the success of their multifunctional men’s skin care line that simultaneously helps with facial hair growth.
Aboriginal Australian skin care brands are battling a lack of ingredient sources and pandemic-driven logistical issues – but the founder of Natural Cover is still optimistic about the sector’s growth potential.
Special Edition: Holistic Health & Wellness – Formulating for Wellbeing and Anti-Ageing
Beauty consumers consider holistic wellness as integral to their daily routines, particularly as stress and mental health have taken over the conversation amidst COVID-19, says the associate director of global beauty and personal care at Mintel.
New Zealand-based oral care brand ukiwi is setting its sights on South East Asia, which it believes holds the most untapped potential for ‘new and innovative’ players.
South East Asian fashion retailer FJ Benjamin Holdings (FJB) has recently expanded into beauty with the addition of cult skin care Dr. Barbara Sturm Molecular Cosmetics to tap into the growing demand for skin care amid COVID-19.
A research team from India has developed SkinBug, an artificial intelligence tool which can predict how specific molecules in cosmetics will react to skin microbes and potentially harm the user.
France has become the first EU country to qualify for exemptions on animal testing for general-use cosmetics exported to China after its National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM) developed a dedicated platform enabling manufacturers...
Kao Corporation aiming to develop lactic acid-based hand care products with long-lasting antimicrobial properties based on latest research into the hand barrier.
China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has published the full-text regarding new regulations for cosmetics registration, which will come into force May 1, 2021.
Personal care major Beiersdorf has developed a collection of alternative UV filter blends for use in cosmetic applications and sunscreens that it says provide increased stability and address nano particle concerns.
Australian clean cosmeceutical brand Biologi is taking a pro-ageing approach with its latest serum which harnesses the power of phytonutrients to enhance the appearance of youthful skin rather than erase away wrinkles and lines.
Hong Kong-based cultivated meat biotechnology start-up Avant has developed a multifunctional protein ingredient from its cell cultivation technology, hoping to commercialise it for cosmetics use by early 2022.
A Singapore based beauty firm is aiming to expand internationally by tapping into the pandemic-driven interest in deep cleansing products like its colour-changing cleansing and hydrating cream
Korea Cosmetic Association (KCA) and Korea Packaging Recycling Cooperative (KPRC) have announced a new recycling program for companies to achieve goal of recycling 10% of cosmetic packaging by 2025.
Singapore natural and organic beauty brand Basic Theory is looking to launch a raft of new products and expand into new Asian markets to maintain 2020’s momentum where it saw a 30% surge in sales.
Special edition: Holistic Health & Wellness – Formulating for Wellbeing and Anti-Ageing
Post-pandemic consumers are concerned about health, immunity and wider wellness which will translate into an uptick in beauty products that offer mindful and relaxing rituals to bookend days, says the director of beauty at WGSN.
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido Company aims to tap into opportunities offered by the diversity of the Asia Pacific region, which it believes holds huge potential particularly in South East Asia and India.
China is allowing the use of nano and biotechnology materials in cosmetic products for the first time, offering tremendous opportunities for new enterprises and products.
Special edition: Holistic Health & Wellness – Formulating for wellbeing and anti-ageing
System Akvile has developed a set of face care products and app for daily use on acne-prone skin – a system its founder says is a preventative and holistic alternative to ‘miracle’ claiming products.
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with the co-founder of Inna Organic about the brand’s challenging journey towards pioneering the concept of an organic-certified facial sheet mask.
Luxury cosmetic and fragrance markets in the UK, France and Germany have all shown signs of recovery thanks to growth in e-commerce, particularly in prestige perfumes and skin care, finds The NPD Group.
Singapore personalised beauty brand Yours says it is now focusing on developing simple, sustainable, effective and affordable products that may not necessarily be tailored to the individual, according to its CEO.
Australia’s Down Under Enterprises is seeking success with its Eucalyptus kochii oil in the cosmetics space after it was established as an ingredient by The Personal Care Products Council.