Scent Journer strikes balance between refined, wearable scents and popular gourmand notes
Singapore fragrance brand Scent Journer is working to address both the needs of customers who prefer wearable scents and the continued popularity of gourmand notes.
The brand sees gourmand scents as an intimate bridge between memory and emotion, with localised ones being a way to create deeper emotional connections with consumers.
However, she pointed out that the brand’s core customers tend to be working professionals who seek something “more refined”, such as scents that are nuanced, airy, and wearable.
Kanebo to launch vernix-inspired cream duo as flagship products, eyes bigger presence in Asia
Japanese beauty brand Kanebo is set to release a vernix-inspired cream duo as “global flagship products”, as it seeks to boost presence across Asia.
As part of its Global Sharp Top initiative, Kao has positioned Kanebo as one of six core brands driving global growth within its cosmetics business.
Called CREAM IN DAY II and CREAM IN NIGHT II, the new products will be available at online shops, department stores, and cosmetic retailers across Japan from September 5.
Subsequently, they will be progressively introduced in overseas markets, as well as through travel retail and cross-border e-commerce platforms, following which Kanebo will be doubling down on promotional activities with a focus on the Thai market.
Seed & Sprout addresses green fatigue and misconceptions about bar format, harnesses TikTok’s reach
Australia’s Seed & Sprout is addressing green fatigue among consumers and debunking misconceptions about bar format products, while leveraging TikTok to spread sustainability and brand awareness.
Launched in 2016, the brand is home to a variety of sustainable products, including personal care like shampoo, conditioner, face cleanser and body wash bars.
Sophie Kovic, founder of Seed & Sprout, told CosmeticsDesign-Asia that there is a misconception that the bar format has less product or value for money.
Skin to scalp: COSRX debuts hair care line as Amorepacific advances peptide research
Amorepacific-owned COSRX has launched its first hair care range named PEPTIDE 132, as the company makes progress in hair fortification research.
In response to the growing “skinification of hair” trend, COSRX has applied its skin care expertise to scalp and hair care, creating a line of products that claim to not only mask damage but also repairs it from within.
For instance, PEPTIDE-132 (Tripeptide-132 HCl) is a patented tripeptide developed by the brand’s R&D team to target and rebuild damaged keratin. It has been clinically shown to reduce breakage, improve elasticity and manageability, and restore bounce, softness, and glossiness.
‘Coldest breakthrough’: Face Dunk reinvents cryotherapy with at-home tool and skin care
Australian brand Face Dunk has launched a facial ice therapy kit, which it says resolves issues related to existing DIY methods.
Cryotherapy is an ancient practice known to reduce inflammation, tighten pores, and revitalise skin. When applied inappropriately, however, it can compromise rather than enhance skin health.
To reinnovate this age-old ritual, Face Dunk spent 18 months developing over 50 prototypes of its patented, precision-engineered bowl that features double-wall insulation with an ergonomic tilt and spill-resistant design.
It has also developed complementary skin care products called Glow Drops that are powered by microbiome-supportive, skin-enhancing actives chosen for their performance in cold conditions.
