Australian firm Renovatio Bioscience has launched two new cosmetic products with an enhanced formula that it believes can rival retinol products in terms of efficacy without the tricky side effects.
South Korean beauty content platform PowderRoom is expanding its business into e-commerce and product co-creation to tap into the digital opportunities generated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japanese beauty group Shiseido’s decision to sell off three more brands in bid to focus on high-end skin care as its core category is a ‘no-brainer’, with beauty experts saying it is a smart decision to strengthen the company’s position in uncertain times.
Pandemic-born bespoke beauty start-up Lips Carpenter aims to tap into the interest in clean and sustainable products to drive growth after relying on the personalised gifting market to sustain itself during COVID-19.
Estée Lauder Companies CEO has remarked on the strength of China’s beauty market, and said he was expecting it to grow by double-digits next year on the back of the acceleration of its online business.
Deciem-owned prestige skin care brand NIOD is launching into a dedicated corner at French department store La Samaritaine – a move the company hopes will push it into the spotlight to follow in the footsteps of sister brand The Ordinary.
Beauty majors like Sephora, Amorepacific and Watsons are stepping up its on-demand retail services in China as consumer preferences for speedy deliveries show no sign of waning post-COVID.
Green beauty is evolving fast but there is so much more industry can do around transparency and communication on sustainability, especially backing up claims, says the CEO of sustainable communications software specialist Provenance.
A beauty company specialising in made-to-order skin care inspired by fine cuisine believes fresh beauty, products that are made-to-order in small batch production, will be the next trend to follow the clean movement.
The rise of personalisation and the acceleration of digital commerce is pushing cosmetic manufacturers to rethink their supply chain solutions to support bespoke beauty brands.
Skin care brand Indeed Laboratories has launched with Mannings in Hong Kong as the first step of its expansion drive in Asia’s lucrative skin care market.
In our round-up of the recent product developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we look into Shiseido’s latest serum, a waterless innovation from MONO Skincare, and more.
Retail major Walgreens Boots Alliance has partnered with app-based food delivery firm Deliveroo in the UK for a pilot scheme offering home deliveries of 400+ health and beauty items in select regions.
K-beauty start-up Lillycover aiming to expand its robotic customised beauty system beyond skin care and branch out into scalp care and colour cosmetics.
In this round-up, we dive into our most-read stories on cosmetics science and formulation, including a Chinese study on the skin microbiome, Shiseido’s research between skin health and blood circulation, and more.
Smashbox Cosmetics founder Davis Factor, a great-grandson of Max, says the pandemic has created more demand for “hardworking” make-up products that are enriched with skin care ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and niacinamide.
Try-before-we-buy has come under scrutiny in cosmetics amid the pandemic, with brands innovating touchless solutions to promote safe and hygienic handling when shopping for beauty buys. Subsequently, sampling strategies are evolving—with a big emphasis...
Japanese-based Sinn Purete has rebranded itself as a mindful beauty brand complete with a new anti-ageing skin care line that taps into the regenerative powers of the starfish to care for the skin.
On this episode of the Beauty Broadcast, we’re delving into the remarkable recovery of luxury beauty in Asia Pacific and the future prospects for this high-end category with experts from By Terry and LUXASIA.
Global consumers are leaning into everyday influencers versus celebrities and established figures because this is where they believe authentic content can be found – a trend beauty brands must look at carefully, says an expert.
Shiseido has confirmed plans to launch Second Skin on October 1 – a technology that can diminish undereye ageing signs without make-up, in a move the firm says will offer “new experiences” to consumers.
Japanese cosmetics firm Kosé Corporation is working to rejuvenate the Decorté brand with a new product launch and e-commerce platform to capitalise on the global luxury beauty demand.
Microbiome-friendly skin care may be what’s missing from Asia’s adult acne care market where gentle solutions for acne-prone sensitive skin is lacking.
This round-up of the top five stories on the digital developments and beauty tech in the cosmetics industry features the latest from L’Oréal, Kao, ELEMIS and more.
Reed Exhibitions has again postponed its in-cosmetics trade show series due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, citing a lack of confidence amongst the beauty industry to travel and attend large-scale international events.
Health and beauty retailer Watsons will launch Naturals by Watsons refill stations into Hong Kong stores this month, following a successful pilot in Malaysia.
Facial sheet masks are an Asian beauty staple, but consumers are wising up to the waste these single-use products can generate and driving the need for more sustainable solutions to keep the category thriving.
In this round-up of financial results, M&As and funding drives in the cosmetics industry, we highlight the half-year results of LG Household & Healthcare, Amorepacific, Pola Orbis and more.
Circular beauty startup Honestly it’s has developed a waterless, upcycled coffee scrub and is working on an orange peel waste variant to launch next year – products it wants to take mainstream and inspire other brands with.
Hong Kong-listed L’Occitane saw a resurgence in brick-and-mortar retail channels with sales growing 67.6% in the first quarter of its 2022 fiscal year, with online channels dipping by 15%.However, the firm’s online sales still accounted for more than...
Japanese personal care conglomerate Kao Corporation has announced a new hair care range under the Essential banner, which it believes will help revive its hair care business.
In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we recap our latest Beauty Broadcast episode on men’s grooming, how cosmetic firms are tackling blue beauty, and more.
Personal care major Unilever has developed sustainable black packaging made from layered post-consumer resin materials, breathing new life into plastic previously treated as waste.
Beauty tech firm Foreo is betting big on small, handheld devices that can produce the same results as professional equipment at home, believing it to be the future of the beauty device business.
We round up our five most-read stories relating to one of the hottest topics in beauty today, featuring innovative solutions to the sustainable beauty movement coming from Asia Pacific.
Japanese multinational Kao Corporation has been expanding its digital tester capabilities as part of its K25 goals to enhance the competitiveness of its cosmetics business with digital offerings.
South Korean cosmetics firm Amorepacific said it intends to use the sweat-proof wearable skin measurement device it developed with MIT to produce cosmetic products according to environmental needs.
The anti-dandruff hair care category has long focused on antibacterial formulations, but microbiome-friendly blends that promote scalp bacteria balance may be as effective, says the founder of French indie brand Gallinée.
In our round-up of the top five stories trending on our socials, we highlight the repercussions of China’s CBD ban, L’Oréal’s growth plans for Hainan and more.
L’Oréal’s CEO has brushed off the hype surrounding the rise of China’s domestic beauty brands such as Perfect Diary, saying that while the competition is growing, he doesn’t see it as a threat.