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We round up of our most-read cosmetics regulation stories of the region, featuring the latest changes in China’s regulation laws, microbeads reduction and animal testing.
Researchers from A*STAR’s Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) have successfully reconstructed human skin on a device which can reduce or eventually replace animal testing.
Meitu has reached an agreement with online luxury marketplace Secoo to operate its retail platform, MeituBeauty, as the tech company looks to further expand into e-commerce.
As China’s regulatory landscape continues to shift, one expert believes it will move to abolish compulsory animal testing on imported cosmetics very soon.
Japanese personal care company Kao has announced the development of a fine fibre technology that creates a barely-visible film on skin, which can potentially enhance wear-time and texture of the cosmetic formulations.
Online retailer Lazada has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Korea Intellectual Property Protection Agency (KOIPA) vowing to remove Korean counterfeit goods on its platform.
Consumers may pay a premium for bespoke beauty products, but Constance Mandefield, founder and COO of Singapore skincare firm alche{me}, personalisation should not be perceived as a luxury.
Moschino has launched another limited edition make-up collection under Korean brand Tony Moly, hot on the heels of its latest collaboration with fashion retailer H&M.
With clearly defined perimeters and strict regulation, one expert believes the Halal certification has the potential to become the de facto standard for cosmetic and personal care products.
