Oral care brand Piuma Care is seeking opportunities to redefine the oral care landscape by combining science and design with its active bristle technology.
Check out this round-up of our biggest stories on skin care this year, featuring advancements from brands such as SK-II, Pond’s, Amorepacific, Dr. Ci:Labo and more.
TikTok-favourite makeup brand Moira Beauty is looking to extend its presence in Asia to meet the makeup demands of Asia’s Generation Z beauty consumers.
The French multinational has acquired Danish research company Lactobio, which is a leader in precision probiotics, in a bid to strengthen its leadership in microbiome research to explore new areas of cosmetic innovation.
UK fragrance retailer The Perfume Shop has teamed up with beauty multinational L’Oréal to launch the first multi-brand fragrance refill station in The Perfume Shop store in Nottingham.
South Korean nutricosmetics brand Vital Beautie, owned by K-beauty giant Amorepacific, has launched a retinol-based dietary supplement that claims to be safe even for people who are sensitive to the ingredient.
We round up the most recent developments in the exciting Chinese beauty market, including MINISO fragrances, La Prairie’s Douyin debut, China’s new toothpaste regulations, Perfect Diary’s fine line-reducing lipstick, and more.
South Korean cosmetics brands can tap into the opportunities presented by the lack of products catered for younger consumers in Japan, where the mature population is often the prioritised target group, says an industry expert.
Award-winning UK hair care brand Flora & Curl has just launched into Boots in the UK. We spoke to founder Rose Ovensehi about why she started the brand six years ago and how the textured hair market still hasn't reached its full potential.
Unilever's Indian subsidiary is committed to driving innovation in order to uncover potential opportunities within the nation's beauty and personal care market, says its CEO.
Singapore brand Lynk Fragrances has recently made several expansion moves, including renaming and rebranding, diversifying its product line-up to include body and hair care, and opening its first retail store.
Chinese retail brand MINISO has identified fragrances as one of categories that will be pivotal to its global ambitions, with the firm reporting buoyant demand in Indonesia.
An Australia-based fragrance house specialising in luxury vegan and cruelty-free perfumes is setting its sights on Asia after landing a deal with Sephora.
India-based cosmetics brand Botnal is making its debut in brick-and-mortar stores via a partnership with a local pharmacy retail chain, following the recent launch of its functional skin care range.
K-beauty giant LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H) has revealed that 16 of its brands will launch new lip care products with its latest Lipcerin complex by the end of this year.
Singapore solid beauty start-up JOMO Studio recently introduced four new scents for its body and hand foaming wash tablets, hoping to capitalise on the upcoming festive gifting season.
Chinese makeup brand Perfect Diary has launched a lipstick that it claims have built-on lip essence and lip mask benefits thanks to its latest patented “biolip” technology.
Japanese giant Shiseido is set to debut a new range of Maquillage lipsticks developed with its new Water Sensing Technology that combines transfer-resistant colour and comfort.
Japanese brand TWANY is set to launch a new product series seeking to meet consumer demand in the feminine care category, which it says has been experiencing “significant growth” since 2020.
Ronas Cosmetics, Jeju Technopark, and Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA) have signed an agreement to transfer manufacturing technology for a compound derived from Jeju green tangerine, which is reportedly underutilised compared to its high antioxidant...
French pharmacy brand Caudalie’s new non-aerosol spray format seeks to satisfy the South East Asian consumers' demand for new, innovative sun care formats, says the brand’s co-founder.
Asia Pacific’s beauty supplement market is undergoing notable shift with increasing diversification of product offerings including for hair growth and weight management, says an industry expert.
Global prestige skin care brand SK-II’s is moving to capture Vietnam’s rapidly growing luxury beauty sector with its first new market entry in 10 years.
The founder of a microbiome-centric skin care brand hopes to use its repositioned acne care treatments to educate consumers about the skin microbiome, which she fears has become ‘watered-down and meaningless.’
Singapore-based cosmetics firm Ice’s Secret says that consumers, especially those with sensitive and damaged skin, are increasingly looking for products that are both effective and sanitary.
We have announced the winners of the 2023 NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, held to recognise the brightest and best products, ingredients and initiatives across the nutrition industry.
1028 Cosmetics says that Taiwanese brands can carve a niche for themselves in a rapidly evolving industry through “strong innovative energy and all-round product development”.
Innovation consultant Monique Large shared her views on the future of sustainability and gave a sneak peek of what she’ll be discussing at the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.
French beauty giant L’Oréal claims social commerce acceleration across South Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa region (SAPMENA) is a major opportunity for growth, with the firm livestreaming for up to 21 hours a day across several key brands.
Singapore’s IRÉN Shizen has relaunched its brand after discovering what it claims are the unique properties of a plant-derived moor hot spring in Hokkaido, Japan.
SK-II’s latest research into skin ageing has revealed data that it claims enhances the relevance of its hero ingredient, PITERA, to a younger demographic of skin care consumers.
Singapore-based MISEICO is repositioning itself as a beauty and wellness brand that addresses specific challenges experienced by women going through menopause.
Sisley aims to grow “faster than the market” in Asia on the back of multiple opportunities across the region including Japan expansion and makeup potential, says its top Asia exec.
We spoke to the three Aboriginal female entrepreneurs about creating their own First Nations beauty brands that use native ingredients and incorporate traditional elements of their culture.
Australia-based brand ReMI Beauty says the solid cosmetics category faces a number of challenges, including limited ingredients, high production costs, and slow consumer adoption, despite its significant growth potential.
This week, the 33rd IFSCC (International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists) Congress kicked off in Barcelona to welcome top cosmetic scientists from across the globe. CosmeticsDesign-Europe attended the event to report on the latest industry...
Waterless beauty brand MONO Skincare is making inroads into Japan after inking a distribution deal, while its expansion in Europe is supported by investors as well as a partnership with Sephora.
We spoke to the pioneering founder of Transformulas Rosalind Chapman about navigating cosmeceuticals 20 years ago, what’s new for the brand and category trends.
Japanese cosmetics company Pola Orbis says it has developed two semi-solid products that are not only designed for use in space, but also have potential to be adopted by populations facing water scarcity.
![Piuma Care is seeking opportunities to redefine the oral care landscape by combining science and design with its active bristle technology. [Piuma Care]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/07/italian-brand-with-active-bristle-tech-aims-to-change-perception-of-oral-care-in-asia/16959132-3-eng-GB/Italian-brand-with-active-bristle-tech-aims-to-change-perception-of-oral-care-in-Asia.jpg)
![Check out this round-up of our biggest stories on skin care this year. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/06/skin-deep-dive-top-10-stories-on-skin-care-innovation-and-developments-in-apac/16981041-1-eng-GB/Skin-deep-dive-Top-10-stories-on-skin-care-innovation-and-developments-in-APAC.jpg)
![Moira Beauty is looking to extend its presence in Asia to meet the makeup demands of Asia’s Gen Z beauty consumers. [Moira Beauty]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/06/fun-and-experiential-asia-s-gen-z-represents-major-makeup-growth-opportunity-moira-beauty/16992243-1-eng-GB/Fun-and-experiential-Asia-s-Gen-Z-represents-major-makeup-growth-opportunity-Moira-Beauty.png)
![Latest developments in China’s booming beauty market [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/china/china-focus-latest-developments-in-china-s-booming-beauty-market18/16956438-1-eng-GB/China-focus-Latest-developments-in-China-s-booming-beauty-market.jpg)
![Emma Lewisham has developed what it claims to be the world-first acne serum with a live probiotic derived from human skin. [Emma Lewisham]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/11/15/emma-lewisham-utilises-live-skin-probiotic-to-develop-acne-serum-without-compromises/16876899-1-eng-GB/Emma-Lewisham-utilises-live-skin-probiotic-to-develop-acne-serum-without-compromises.jpg)
![Unilever's Indian subsidiary is committed to driving innovation in order to uncover potential beauty opportunities. [HUL]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/hul-will-push-innovation-aggressively-to-maximise-opportunities-in-beauty-ceo/16897644-1-eng-GB/HUL-will-push-innovation-aggressively-to-maximise-opportunities-in-beauty-CEO.jpg)
![[MINISO]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/miniso-sees-fragrances-as-key-to-transforming-into-global-super-brand/16909866-1-eng-GB/MINISO-sees-fragrances-as-key-to-transforming-into-global-super-brand.jpg)
![We round up the most recent developments in India featuring news from L’Oréal, Shiseido, HUL and more. [L'Oréal]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/india-insights-l-oreal-shiseido-hul-on-trends-and-developments-in-india-s-beauty-market/16897863-1-eng-GB/India-insights-L-Oreal-Shiseido-HUL-on-trends-and-developments-in-India-s-beauty-market.jpg)
![Aussie fragrance label sets its sights on Asia after landing a deal with Sephora Australian and New Zealand. [Recreation Beauty]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/recreation-fragrance-founder-aims-to-bring-clean-luxury-perfumes-to-asia/16888221-1-eng-GB/Recreation-fragrance-founder-aims-to-bring-clean-luxury-perfumes-to-Asia.jpg)
![LG H&H will launch Lipcerin complex across 16 more brands by end 2023. [LG H&H]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/lg-h-h-plans-to-launch-lipcerin-lip-care-across-16-beauty-brands-by-end-2023/16854744-1-eng-GB/LG-H-H-plans-to-launch-Lipcerin-lip-care-across-16-beauty-brands-by-end-2023.jpg)
![[Shiseido]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/brand-story-updates-from-shiseido-missha-perfect-diary-and-more-top-beauty-brands/16882293-1-eng-GB/Brand-Story-Updates-from-Shiseido-Missha-Perfect-Diary-and-more-top-beauty-brands.jpg)
![Lotus Herbals has debuted a new professional skin care range to tap into the potential of the local derma beauty market. [Lotus Professional]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/lotus-herbals-sees-substantial-potential-in-india-s-derma-beauty-market/16839081-1-eng-GB/Lotus-Herbals-sees-substantial-potential-in-India-s-derma-beauty-market.jpg)
![Perfect Diary has launched a lipstick that claims have built-on lip essence and lip mask benefits. [Perfect Diary]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/10/24/perfect-diary-launches-lipstick-that-can-reduce-fine-lines-by-over-50/16838883-2-eng-GB/Perfect-Diary-launches-lipstick-that-can-reduce-fine-lines-by-over-50.jpg)
![Shiseido is set to debut a new range of Maquillage lipsticks developed with its new Water Sensing Technology. [Maquillage]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/shiseido-s-latest-water-sensing-colour-tech-to-debut-with-maquillage-in-november/16807205-1-eng-GB/Shiseido-s-latest-Water-Sensing-colour-tech-to-debut-with-Maquillage-in-November.jpg)
![Caudalie’s new non-aerosol spray format seeks to satisfy SEA demand for new, innovative sun care formats. [Caudalie]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/caudalie-aims-to-meet-sun-care-need-for-new-modern-textures-with-non-aerosol-spray-in-sea/16792457-1-eng-GB/Caudalie-aims-to-meet-sun-care-need-for-new-modern-textures-with-non-aerosol-spray-in-SEA.jpg)
![SK-II’s is moving to capture Vietnam’s rapidly growing luxury beauty sector with its first new market entry in 10 years. [SK-II]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/10/09/sk-ii-vietnam-sk-ii-marks-first-new-market-entry-in-a-decade-with-hcm-launch/16817888-1-eng-GB/SK-II-Vietnam-SK-II-marks-first-new-market-entry-in-a-decade-with-HCM-launch.jpg)
![The founder of a microbiome-centric skin care brand believes the overuse of the term ‘microbiome-friendly’ has adversely affected her brand. [Sage & Ylang]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/10/03/sage-ylang-s-relaunched-acne-care-range-offers-an-opportunity-for-microbiome-education/16770008-4-eng-GB/Sage-Ylang-s-relaunched-acne-care-range-offers-an-opportunity-for-microbiome-education.png)
![L’Oréal claims social commerce acceleration across its SAPMENA is a major opportunity for growth. [Maybelline New York]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/l-oreal-underscores-importance-of-social-commerce-in-sapmena-region/16770170-1-eng-GB/L-Oreal-underscores-importance-of-social-commerce-in-SAPMENA-region.jpg)
![IRÉN Shizen has relaunched its brand after discovering what it claims are the unique properties of a plant-derived moor hot spring. [IRÉN Shizen]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/iren-shizen-refreshes-brand-on-the-back-of-new-onsen-inspired-complex/16744526-1-eng-GB/IREN-Shizen-refreshes-brand-on-the-back-of-new-onsen-inspired-complex.jpg)
![SK-II’s latest research into skin ageing has revealed data that it claims enhances the relevance of its hero ingredient, PITERA, to a younger demographic of skin care consumers. [SK-II]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/09/20/sk-ii-s-latest-breakthrough-boosts-pitera-relevance-to-younger-consumers/16721360-3-eng-GB/SK-II-s-latest-breakthrough-boosts-PITERA-relevance-to-younger-consumers.jpg)
![MISEICO is repositioning itself as a beauty and wellness brand that addresses specific challenges experienced by women going through menopause. [MISEICO]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/miseico-addresses-issues-facing-women-undergoing-menopause/16744418-1-eng-GB/MISEICO-addresses-issues-facing-women-undergoing-menopause.png)
![Sisley aims to grow “faster than the market” in Asia on the back of multiple opportunities across the region. [Sisley]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/sisley-aims-to-outpace-asia-beauty-market-growth/16714769-1-eng-GB/Sisley-aims-to-outpace-Asia-beauty-market-growth.jpg)
![The recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market. [Recreation]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/08/what-s-trending-the-most-read-stories-on-apac-beauty-market-and-consumer-insights/16996992-1-eng-GB/What-s-trending-The-most-read-stories-on-APAC-beauty-market-and-consumer-insights.jpg)
![Piuma Care is seeking opportunities to redefine the oral care landscape by combining science and design with its active bristle technology. [Piuma Care]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/07/italian-brand-with-active-bristle-tech-aims-to-change-perception-of-oral-care-in-asia/16959132-3-eng-GB/Italian-brand-with-active-bristle-tech-aims-to-change-perception-of-oral-care-in-Asia.jpg)
![DSM-Firmenich believes its latest merger holds the potential to cultivate more impactful and emotionally resonant solutions for consumers in the cosmetic industry. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/06/dsm-firmenich-on-advancing-wellness-solutions-through-collaborative-breakthroughs/16992135-1-eng-GB/DSM-Firmenich-on-advancing-wellness-solutions-through-collaborative-breakthroughs.jpg)
![Moira Beauty is looking to extend its presence in Asia to meet the makeup demands of Asia’s Gen Z beauty consumers. [Moira Beauty]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/06/fun-and-experiential-asia-s-gen-z-represents-major-makeup-growth-opportunity-moira-beauty/16992243-1-eng-GB/Fun-and-experiential-Asia-s-Gen-Z-represents-major-makeup-growth-opportunity-Moira-Beauty.png)
![Check out this round-up of our biggest stories on skin care this year. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/12/06/skin-deep-dive-top-10-stories-on-skin-care-innovation-and-developments-in-apac/16981041-1-eng-GB/Skin-deep-dive-Top-10-stories-on-skin-care-innovation-and-developments-in-APAC.jpg)
![The premiumisation of Asia’s makeup market is pushing the need for better quality control which Artificial Intelligence and deep learning can solve, says a software developer. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/lipstick-inspector-makeup-premiumisation-trend-in-asia-boosts-need-for-ai-powered-quality-control/16941009-1-eng-GB/Lipstick-inspector-Makeup-premiumisation-trend-in-Asia-boosts-need-for-AI-powered-quality-control.jpg)
