News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
A Singapore-based company specialising in pre-, pro-, and postbiotics supplement has added fermented food and mouthwash to its range, as it attempts to provide “complete protection” for the entire gastrointestinal tract.
Fragrance company Scent by SIX is marking its 8th anniversary amid a wave of economic uncertainties, with founder Jason Lee focused on building resilience for future growth.
Crystal Tomato, best known for its skin whitening supplements, has secured a deal with Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant for an exclusive ingredient.
K-beauty retailer Ksisters has launched a new hair product under its Jung Beauty brand alongside the opening of its first retail store in Singapore, amid evolving but persistent popularity of Korean cosmetic innovations.
L’Oréal is embracing open innovation to fuel consumer-driven beauty tech with the first Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program held in the region.
South Korean beauty tech firm APR Corp aims to build on its promising sales performances in Japan and China, while broadening overseas sales channels for new products.
Kosé-owned Carté HD has made its debut in Singapore and has plans to launch in Thailand next year as part of overall global expansion plans.
Beauty retailer Sa Sa’s latest quarterly highlights major challenges in key markets Hong Kong and Macau such as reduced local consumption and increased outbound travel.
Singapore beauty brand Skincalories is partnering with music labels to produce 10 original tracks it believes will amplify its brand as it gears up for expansion plans in 2025.
US-based KraveBeauty is looking to extend the application of its waste-minimising “egg packaging” and to introduce refills for popular products, while expanding its offerings for the Singapore market.
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RNAscence Biotechnology says its RNA patch technology can broaden its impact beyond scar treatment to tackle a variety of skin issues from eczema to hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
Ultra-luxury brand Helena Rubinstein has made its Singapore debut with a flagship boutique and has plans to expand further across the region.
Mulberry silk label SOVA is concentrating efforts on developing serum-infused textiles that can provide skin care benefits while enhancing sleep quality
Cult favourite pharmacy brand Caudalie will unveil a new flagship store in Kuala Lumpur at the end of November.
Japanese personal care major Mandom is rolling out NatureLab Tokyo in Singapore as it seeks the opportunity to meet the demands for clean, natural and ingredient-led scalp care solutions.
Chinese herbal skin care brand Inoherb is exploring expansion into South East Asia as it anticipates a C-beauty skin care boom.
Sephora’s revamped ION Orchard store in Singapore introduces more personalised consultations, tech-driven tools, and a social media spotlight to create a seamless, engaging shopping experience.
LG Household & Health Care is aiming to expand makeup brands Glint and Code with retail partner Guardian Singapore as sales double in four months.
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Health and beauty (H&B) chains are increasingly driven to meet wellness demands of today’s consumer that is more invested in their overall well-being.
Health and beauty retailer Guardian Singapore says it will debut 12 more beauty brands in stores as it works to grow its base of younger consumers.
The tech is considered “a huge breakthrough” for Pond’s Skin Institute and its parent company, Unilever.
K-beauty brand Kahi will launch a new sun care stick which it anticipates will become its next blockbuster product.
The booming gourmand fragrance trend in South East Asia is driving a broader movement towards creative perfumery that extends beyond traditional sweet notes.
Singapore brand The Powder Shampoo says a waterless conditioner is currently in development to meet growing consumer demand for more plastic-free, water-saving products.
E-commerce retailer Shopee Korea is aiming for 300% growth in Thailand next year as K-beauty brands such as COSRX, Fwee, Torriden, and VT Cosmetics surge in demand.
Amorepacific’s luxury beauty brand Hera is accelerating its expansion in Thailand with Sephora, EVEANDBOY, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.
A recent study shows the promising potential of peanut callus extract, which is rich in resveratrol, as a natural ingredient for hair growth stimulation and anti-hair loss treatments.
Offline sales in Vietnam are growing faster than online sales for G&M Cosmetics, prompting it to make a major expansion into 500 stores.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) drafts a document proposing the development of regulations and standards for halal products and services.
Consumers are moving away from a heavily made-up appearance, choosing foundations that enhance their natural skin over high-coverage formulas, says IT Cosmetics.
Skin care major Garnier is leaning into green science to deliver powerful yet sustainable products for its discerning Asian consumer.
Skin care brand Garnier unveils a new and improved product line-up led by Asian innovation and green beauty mission.
The rebound in makeup demand, live commerce influence, and popularity of K-beauty in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) represent key growth opportunities for halal beauty, says a recent report.
The Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs’ Halal Product Assurance Organizing Body (BPJPH) is launching a Foreign Halal Certificate Registration (RSHLN) platform, which is set to facilitate import and trade of halal products, including cosmetics, in...
Luxury Ayurvedic beauty brand Almora Botanica sees Generation Z rising interest in natural preventative ageing solutions as a major opportunity.
Japanese beauty major Kosé Corporation has launched makeup brand Visée in Singapore as part of plans to reinforce its position in South East Asia.
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) will enhance its halal certification support project to facilitate local companies’ entry into the “continuously growing” halal cosmetics market.
Prestige skin care brand SK-II has highlighted the importance of 'unique consumer experiences' with the launch of new concept store in Malaysia.
C-beauty brand Chioture is seeing growing demand for lip and cheek makeup which it believes is driving by the younger consumers’ desire for experimentation and self-expression.
Thai beauty conglomerate Karmart will launch two derma skin care brands later this year as part of plans to expand and premiumise its beauty portfolio.
A new study shows that Kaempferia galanga Linn (KG) extracted using ethanol-based solvent demonstrated significant antioxidant activities and none-to-low toxicity to skin cells, highlighting its application potential for anti-ageing cosmetics.
Skin care major Neutrogena believes it can lead the anti-ageing skin care segment in Thailand on the back of its latest retinol-based launch.
Australian personal care brand Totem Eco aims to tap into the growing trend of conscious consumerism as it embarks on its international expansion, with South East Asia as a major focus.
Singapore-based Scent Journer’s pandan-infused fragrance has gained traction among Chinese consumers seeking unique scents, propelling the brand’s first venture into the market.
Luxury niche beauty brands have significant potential in physical retail in Vietnam as incomes steadily rise, and despite the strength of e-commerce.
Singapore craft fragrance lab Oo La Lab has launched its first Singapore flagship and a new artisanal collection celebrating the human relationship with our sense of smell.
The founder of French-Singaporean fragrance house Maison de L'Asie says the brand is poised to fulfil its ambition of being seen as a global brand.
Skin care brand Paula’s Choice has launched its Beautypedia platform on its South East Asian websites to provide education and information about cosmetic ingredients.
Malaysian researchers have highlighted the potential of black soldier fly (BSF) larvae extract for cosmetic application after uncovering antimicrobial, antioxidative, and anti-inflammatory properties.
An extract derived from hemp leaves exhibits potential in preventing and reversing photoageing through suppressing overproduction of pro-inflammatory proteins and enzymes involved in collagen degradation, a Thai study reports.