Retail major A.S. Watson has grown digital beauty engagement across Superdrug and ICI PARIS XL with an AI-powered skin advisor tool co-developed with Finnish beauty tech firm Revieve – an innovation it plans to rollout across Asia next year.
In this round-up of the top five stories on the beauty tech and digital developments in the cosmetics industry, we feature Indian e-tailer Purplle, NFC-enabled packaging, and more.
China’s food and drug regulator has declared make-up to be unsuitable for children under the age of three and warns parents against cosmetic products that are presented as toys.
In our round-up of the top five stories trending on our social channels, we highlight new research showing Indian Sandalwood as a CBD alternative, NFC-enabled smart packaging, and more.
Kao Corporation is relaunching its sun care brand, Allie, with a series of new ‘ocean safe’ products that align with recent regulations implemented in Thailand, Hawaii, and Palau.
Vegan beauty brand Plum is aiming to at least double its reach in the next eight to nine months following the launch of its first standalone retail store.
The discretionary approach to cosmetics legislation is devaluing the Australian industry and hurting both consumers and brands in the process, says industry insiders.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has shaped and accelerated consumer priorities in beauty, and self-care, skin nourishment and playful colour have gained ground as key movements industry must consider, says Avon’s global trend forecaster.
From hybrid cosmetics to menopause beauty to upcycled ingredients, CosmeticsDesign’s global editors take you through the top 15 global trends to watch for 2022.
Here we reveal the top stories on the digital developments and beauty tech in the cosmetics industry, featuring innovations from Shiseido, Amorepacific, Foreo, Watsons, and more.
Health and beauty retailer A.S. Watson says it has taken another step forward in sustainability by co-creating a skin care brand with Procter & Gamble that aligns with its Sustainable Choices product range.
UK-based startup Chāmpo has secured funding it says will be used to drive retail growth, international expansion and NPD during an exciting and pivotal time for the hair care market.
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