The French American beauty company Coty saw its sales up 13% on a like-for-like basis (LFL) for the second quarter of its fiscal year, and up by 14% LFL for the first half.
In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we’re featuring insights into Shiseido’s acquisition of Dr. Dennis Gross, Laneige’s inclusivity push, new fragrance formats and more.
Europe’s eager young consumer base and relatively low K-beauty penetration represents significant growth potential for Able C&C’s flagship beauty brand, Missha, says the firm.
Chinese luxury brand Documents has all the elements in place to stake its position on the international stage but needs a partner that can help them achieve this goal.
With a focus on authenticity and strong social media presence to drive growth, celeb beauty brands are setting the stage for success in the beauty industry in 2024.
LG Household and Health Care (LGH&H) has laid out plans to reinforce its competitiveness in 2024 after seeing a significant profit slump in the last year.
Industry body Cosmetics NZ says the cosmetics sector can expect minimal differences between New Zealand’s and the European Union’s (EU) per– and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) bans.
CJ Olive Young has collaborated with the Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK) to establish a KRW100bn (USD74.3m) fund to support the growth of small and medium-sized (SME) beauty companies.
Amorepacific’s latest full-year results show that growth across multiple markets including the US were not enough to offset the slump in China, leaving its overseas business unit in the red
As the final story in our three-part series about regulations for the most misunderstood cosmetics and personal care ingredients, we focus on sodium lauryl sulfate, known as SLS. We explore why this ingredient was in the spotlight, and speak to regulatory...
It’s been a week of beauty companies forming alliances across Europe. Last night in Brussels, L'Oréal Groupe, Beiersdorf, Givaudan, IFF, KIKO Milano and Ancorotti Cosmetics joined hands to launch the Value of Beauty Alliance and highlight the industry’s...
The Korean Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM) has discovered a range of skin care benefits in marine mud gathered from the Hupo Basin in the East Sea.
Japanese cosmetics major Shiseido is set to relaunch its popular Anessa sunscreens in February with new technology it claims can automatically repair gaps that weaken ultraviolet protection.
Beauty brands are being urged to overhaul their sustainability strategies beyond the linear lifecycle of packaging in order to meet consumer expectations and regulatory demands.
A US-based skin care firm using ‘ethically derived’ human stem cells is targeting expansion in Asia after its Middle East move ‘exceeded expectations’.
Generation Z can be a puzzle for beauty companies, as they don’t appear to have the same levels of brand or product loyalty as their predecessors. What do marketers and R&D experts need to know about this generation?
Several Korean indie beauty brands recently announced their overseas expansion activities, with collaboration with distributors and entry into new high-potential markets being their key strategies.
Social media platform TikTok’s dynamic landscape is helping beauty brands discover and capitalise on microtrends while connecting with niche audiences on a global level, says one beauty manufacturer.
Skin erythema – AKA skin redness or skin flushing – is a common complaint from people who suffer from rosacea and acne among other skin conditions, but can also be caused by sun exposure and allergies. We’ve rounded up three recent innovations in this...
Unilever’s Indian subsidiary anticipates exponential growth in beauty touting its robust portfolio of brands that will include mass, premium, and prestige brands.
Shiseido’s decision to add cosmeceutical brand Dr. Dennis Gross to its portfolio could have been influenced by the increasing ‘medicalisation’ of beauty, says one analyst.
A consortium of 15 cosmetics companies have joined together to create the TRaceability Alliance for Sustainable CosmEtics (TRASCE), to enhance traceability in major ingredient and packaging supply chains across the beauty and personal care industry.
A Taiwanese biotech firm specialising in seaweed-based ingredients is studying its fucoidan-polysaccharide to expand its potential in the cosmetics market.
We round up the most recent developments in the exciting Chinese beauty market, including L’Oréal’s North Asia Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation programme, Perfect Diary’s new multi-benefit lipstick, and more.
K-beauty brand Laneige has launched three new versions of its best-selling Water Bank cream, with the firm hoping it will make the range more inclusive.
A new study has detailed the plasma derivatives that have the greatest wound healing impact, the quickest recovery time, and provide the most effective pain relief.
Product performance, the end of ‘the era of the soft claim,’ mood boosters, and ‘transparency in sustainability', are just some of the most impactful ingredient formulation trends for the year ahead, says Univar Solutions' Tom Flatley.
Aroma seals made with citrus-scented essential oils may be able to relieve the mental stress and breathlessness associated with wearing face masks, according to a Japanese clinical trial.
South Korea’s LG Household & Health Care is planning to debut its luxury beauty brand The Whoo in the US this year as part of its “growth transformation” plans, says its CEO.
Hair fall and bald patches are becoming an increasing concern for Indian consumers, claims beauty brand Conscious Chemist, with the company set to launch a new scalp care line on the back of a recent funding boost.
What we currently know about the vaginal microbiome only highlights that the beauty and personal care industry has barely scratched the surface of what women really need from feminine care products.
In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we’re featuring our 2024 trend round-up, quiet luxury in makeup, beauty devices and more.
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E. sativa, also known as arugula or rocket, could play a role in skin care products due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, claim researchers.
Expectations for sustainable, ethical, and innovative products are driving development of new fragrance formats that not only align with these values, but also provide enhanced product experiences.
Top executives from industry leaders L’Oréal, Coty, Kenvue, Unilever, and more are set to share exclusive insights into the future of the beauty industry at CosmeticDesign’s brand-new digital summit taking place end-January. Register now to secure your...
The founder of a beauty brand and former research consultant in the diamond industry says both sectors share striking similarities and can mutually benefit by exchanging insights in areas such as consumer transparency.
L'Oréal's venture capital fund BOLD has just invested in Timeline, a Swiss biotech that specialises in longevity in the beauty and health sectors, as the focus on longevity grows in the beauty industry.
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