News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Filipino conglomerate SM Group is addressing the growing consumer demand for beauty and wellness products through its retail subsidiaries, including Watsons Philippines.
This month’s roundup of CosmeticsDesign’s global coverage includes an in-depth look at scientific developments, sustainable innovation, and notable brand launches.
Amsterdam-headquartered Rituals is among beauty brands that are increasingly leveraging travel retail and forming strategic partnerships in this sector as a pillar of growth.
Japanese cosmetics giant Kao looks to bolster profitability and long-term growth by focusing resources on six brands, while building a more resilient business structure.
Shiseido Travel Retail looks to build on its strategic cross-industry partnerships, on the back of a well-received campaign centred around sun care brand ANESSA in Thailand.
Our round-up of business updates in the Asia-Pacific cosmetics industry highlights developments from Torriden, Anua, Yatsen, MINISO, LG H&H, and Amorepacific.
Blackstone is investing into South Korean hair giant JUNO as global consumer demand for K-beauty and wellness continues to burgeon.
South Korean skin care brands Torriden has officially launched in Sephora US, while Anua is cementing its presence in the UK through a rapid increase in brick-and-mortar locations.
Yatsen Holding’s latest quarterly results show increases in both total net revenues and gross profit, which is said to be fuelled by colour cosmetics’ return to growth and skin care’s maintenance of strong performance.
Chinese retail giant MINISO is building an IP ecosystem through a dual-strategy to meet the increasing demand for interest-driven consumption.
LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H)’s beauty division saw a decrease in sales and operating profit in the second quarter of 2025, which it says is caused by intensifying market competition and domestic business restructuring.
JOOCYEE’s opening of its first flagship store outside of China signals the changing consumer perception and growing popularity of C-beauty in South East Asia.
Chinese biotech company ImmVira’s engineered exosomes for hair growth and localised fat reduction have recently secured INCI designation, which it says would enable it to seize opportunities in the ageing market.
Amorepacific has reported increases in sales and operating profit across domestic and international markets in the second quarter of 2025, attributing them to the strong performance of its flagship brands and core products.
GS25 is introducing an AI device that provides personal colour analysis and product recommendations, in a bid to establish itself as a one-stop beauty platform.
Amorepacific-owned skin care brand AESTURA will be exclusively launching at Sephora Australia and New Zealand in August, amid a gap and rising demand for dermocosmetics.
South Korean beauty brands are increasingly making a mark in the Western markets through retail partnerships and experiential activations.
Prestige cosmetics brand Chantecaille is collaborating with Asia-Pacific’s leading luxury beauty distributor LUXASIA to set foot into the Indian market.
Our round-up of beauty business updates in the Asia-Pacific cosmetics industry highlights developments from Lotus Herbals, Garnier, Cosmax, Kao, and foamgle.
Elemis is among various beauty brands that are tapping into an emerging pool of female motorsport fans, and it looks to extend its “pit-stop treatments” to other retail channels.
India-headquartered ingredients firm Mane Kancor looks to expand its footprint in the personal care sector, with its latest anti-dandruff ingredient poised to spur growth.
Japanese skin care brand INSiTU is partnering with a cosmetic acupuncture and moxibustion clinic to retail its products, amid growing interest in post-treatment home care.
Innovation, acquisition, and regulation defined the beauty business this month across all regions.
Indian beauty company Lotus Herbals recently unveiled its new dermaceutical skin care brand, whose products are co-developed with dermatologists, as it takes up a multi-pronged retail and marketing strategy.
Garnier has tapped into the e-sports and gaming space to capture the male beauty market, with products and activations specifically targeting this consumer group.
Cosmax’s growth strategy for South East Asia includes three main axes of broadening sales channels, strengthening market penetration, and expanding business areas, with localisation playing a major role in each.
South Korean convenience store chain CU has installed tattoo kiosks at two high-traffic locations to capture the trend of self-expression through body art and to diversify its offerings beyond traditional products.
Our round-up of beauty business updates in the Asia-Pacific cosmetics industry highlights developments from GS25, RAAIE, JUNGSAEMMOOL, and more.
South Korea’s foamgle is making first foray into overseas markets after completing the US FDA OTC (over-the-counter) registration for its dual-function oral care product.
Kao Corporation-owned makeup brand KATE is set to roll out several campaigns and collaborations as part of a broader strategy to accelerate global growth, particularly across Asia.
South Korean convenience store chain GS25 has pushed out a new makeup line, as consumer demand and competition for “cost-effective cosmetics” intensify.
Compliance and consumer trust emerged as key themes in the global beauty market this month, amid growing pressure to clarify claims, tighten sourcing, and prevent the sale of counterfeit goods.
This round-up highlights recent developments in Australia and New Zealand’s beauty market, including news from Aēsop, RAAIE, Sephora, Prime Skin, and Native Extracts.
South Korean hair care brand Grabity has launched in Taiwan with a sold-out debut on a live-selling broadcast.
South Korean skin care brand UIQ aims to build on its “successful debut” in Japan and the US through sales channel expansion and strengthening its social media marketing efforts.
RAAIE says it is the first New Zealand skin care brand to launch in Sephora Oceania, as it actively seeks opportunities to expand into markets around the world.
K-beauty brand JUNGSAEMMOOL looks to continue its global expansion and broadening its product offerings to “better reflect” the diversity of international consumers.
Sephora is strengthening its prestige beauty offerings in Asia-Pacific with the launch of Haus Labs by Lady Gaga in South East Asia, Oceania, and Hong Kong.
Amorepacific-owned skin care brand HANYUL is entering the US via a partnership with Sephora, with the aim of extending the reach of products that have been well-received in the domestic market.
Chinese cosmetics brands have experienced a 14% dip in year-on-year brand value, according to new data.
French luxury fashion house CHANEL’s fragrance and beauty business is expanding its footprint in India via a recent launch on Nykaa’s online and offline channels.
South Korea-made sunscreens are among the imported products that US consumers have been stockpiling since the Trump tariffs were announced, but K-beauty is expected to retain its competitive edge in the market even with price hikes.
Asia is at the forefront of the social commerce trend, and beauty brands need to adapt as social media platforms replace search engines for product discovery.
Malaysian skin care brand FaceAnne has recently debuted in the local market with products that cater specifically to the needs of Malaysian consumers, including formulations with a cooling effect for the hot climate.
Luxury skin care brand SkinCeuticals recently debuted in Singapore’s travel retail scene via The Shilla Duty Free, through which it aims to address the evolving needs of modern travellers.
Chinese beauty company JOY GROUP achieved 36% revenue growth in 2024, which it has attributed to its brand portfolio expansion and reinforced omnichannel strategy.
K-beauty brand Anua is building on its strong performance and increasing popularity in North America and Japan with its recent debut on Amazon in Europe, Middle East, and Australia.
Our round-up of beauty brands in Asia-Pacific features news and updates from Clio, Florasis, POLA, Perfect Diary, and more.
While the recently announced US tariffs will pose notable challenges for both Chinese exporters and American cosmetics firms operating in China, they may catalyse important shifts in strategy, competitiveness, and consumer preference, says an analyst.
With new US tariffs and economic uncertainty reshaping consumer spending, we examined how social commerce is evolving in the current beauty industry landscape.