Organic cosmetics company Indus Valley is working to corner 30% of India's online premium boxed hair colour market as part of its ambitious growth plans.
South Korean cosmetics firm Able C&C is set on reinforcing its competitiveness in China’s beauty market through strategic online expansion and collaborations with local key opinion leaders (KOLs).
LG Household & Health Care’s genetic study involving over 48,000 East Asians has found that 23 genetic regions affect natural skin tone, which could be crucial in developing effective skin radiance solutions.
Japanese cosmeceutical brand DR.CI:LABO expects brand-supplier partnerships will gain more public prominence as consumers' interest in skin care grows.
We round up our most-read stories on the tiny but mighty beauty brands making waves in the industry, featuring Maison de L'Asie, Flower Knows, Matiere Premiere and more.
American luxury brand Estée Lauder is set to launch a quasi-drug skin care line, Aqua Charge, in September that was researched, developed, and produced in Japan.
The heightened awareness of hair health and cosmetic ingredients among Indian consumers is influencing their choice for hair repair treatments and clean formulas, observes German brand Schwarzkopf Professional.
We dive into our most-read stories on formulation and science, featuring new product launches, nature-inspired science, plant-based exosomes, and more.
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.
Japanese skin care brand Sansho Kanken attributes slow recovery in China to lingering impact from Japan’s Fukushima wastewater release and intensifying competition from domestic brands.
Asia Pacific will see the emerging concept of psychodermatology play a larger role in tackling oily skin and scalp health concerns, according to a leading formulation expert.
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.
Beauty retailer Sa Sa says spending in Hong Kong, especially on during weekends and public holidays, is being impacted as locals flock to Shenzhen in search of bulk deals.
American beauty multinational Coty has pushed its marketing efforts for brands such as Burberry Beauty and Kylie Cosmetics as it nurtures its prestige beauty business in India.
Our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty market includes Watson’s retail transformation, oral care trends, the impact of price hikes in Japan and more.
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.
We reveal exclusive insights into the Asian skincare market with expert viewpoints from Melvita, Elizabeth Arden, StyleStory, and more, discussing the shifting landscape, emerging consumers, and strategies needed to stay ahead in this increasingly competitive...
Japanese cosmetics major Kosé Corporation is accelerating its North American expansion with a new Los Angeles flagship store, boosting brand awareness for its key global brands.
L’Occitane-owned Melvita is rolling out a brand new look with revamped stores and communications in Asia Pacific to capture the rising opportunity for high-performing natural beauty products.
New Zealand biotech firm Keraplast says brands and consumers are increasingly looking for more specialised haircare applications and claims, which it hopes will provide significant opportunities for its functional keratin products.
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.
Health and beauty retailer Watsons has invested USD250m in store upgrades in Asia to meet the increasing desire for interactive experiences, especially among younger customers.
Kao Corporation is seeking to strengthen its hold on the men’s hair care segment with more premium products inspired by the hair and scalp skinification trend.
Our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty market feature insights on travel retail, hemp beauty, sun care in India, and more.
Beauty 4.0 Podcast - Decoding the Business of Beauty
Smart packaging can help beauty brands align with a more environmental and socially conscious Generation Z consumer to create products that are more than just thumb-stoppingly attractive.
In this edition of Drop Zone, CosmeticsDesign-Asia looks at the new products launched recently that are meeting demands for simplified beauty routines, featuring Amorepacific, Caudalie, and Glow Recipe.
Chinese beauty brand HBN is collaborating with Hallstar to develop a custom active derived from Bordeaux leaves to give it an edge in the increasingly competitive Chinese anti-ageing skin care market.
We dive into our most-read stories on formulation and science, featuring L’Oréal’s research on soil microbes, Evonik’s vegan collagen developments, Curie Co’s bioactive bond builder, and more.
L'Oréal Hong Kong says it is aiming to build long-term trust, advocacy, and loyalty with value-conscious Generation Z consumers through impactful social initiatives and inclusive brand values.
Pharma Hemp is maintaining a positive outlook on opportunities for cannabidiol (CBD) in Asia Pacific’s beauty market despite the regulatory fluctuations and variations in the region.
Chinese cosmetics major Yatsen Holding’s latest research and development investments target the growing market demand for makeup with skin care benefits.
Insight from travel retail experts at Elizabeth Arden, Kenvue, L’Occitane, L’Oréal and more have highlighted the challenges facing the duty-free sector and reveal what it takes to navigate the evolving habits of the post-pandemic passenger.