Click through to see our recap of the most-read cosmetics stories of September, featuring the latest in beauty innovation, trends and business news.
'Capturing consumer changes': Three new launches to expect from Shiseido in the H2 of 2022
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido is set to debut three new innovations in the second half of this year as a response to the recent changes in consumer behaviours.
'Growing steeply': Silicone-free 'one of the most important' hair care trends in Korea
The pervasiveness of the clean beauty movement and the increasing emphasise of health is driving the demand for silicone-free hair care products in South Korea, with one supplier believing it to be among the most crucial trends in K-beauty.
Alternative potential: Wild turmeric extracts could prevent UVB-induced photoageing
Two wild turmeric plants, the Curcuma aromatica and Curcuma comosa, could play a role in products tackling UVB-induced photoageing.
Mane problem: Evidence of long COVID hair loss could spur demand for effective natural solutions
Gencor Pacific is eyeing huge opportunities in Asia Pacific's anti-hair loss market, as studies show it is a common effect of long COVID.
Care and colour: Shiseido's Prior to launch eye shadows with skin ageing care benefits
Shiseido-owned beauty brand Prior is set to launch a line of eye shadows with skin-loving ingredients that it claims can counter signs of ageing for women over 50.
AI-powered personalised beauty: Brands investing in AI and AR are 'growing in double digits'
Taiwan-based Perfect Corp has launched new AI tech that enables beauty brands to make personalised product recommendations tailored to consumers' personality traits.
Indian cosmetics e-commerce company Nykaa is making 'baby steps' onto the international stage by pushing its portfolio of beauty brands into markets including Mauritius, United Arab Emirates, US.
Sunscreen and Vitamin D: Aussie researchers to study if 'slip, slap, slop' leads to vit D drop
A world-first large-scale trial in Australia will assess if wearing high-factor sunscreen prevents healthy vitamin D production.
Below the chin: Why now is the time for innovation in the body care category
The rise of self-care and the body positive movement are boosting interest in the body care category, but there is still a need for more research, ingredients, and even devices to drive future growth.
Size matters: Givaudan eyes gap in the men's cosmetics market for pore-reducing products
Ingredients firm Givaudan says there is gap in the men's segment for cosmetics that can reduce large pores, particularly among Chinese males.
