Bali-based Fields of Yarrow doubled down on physical retail experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and was rewarded with its best-performing years, says its founder.
Investments in temporary tattoo printing technology by beauty bigwigs hint that the future of beauty will be influenced by experimentation, the metaverse, and heightened innovation in colour cosmetics.
The Chinese consumers’ willingness to ditch their protective face masks will help to spur the growth of lip makeup more than other markets that relaxed mask mandates earlier.
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We dive into our most-read stories on formulation and science, featuring innovations in skin care, makeup and fragrances from L’Oréal, Kao, Shinsegae and more.
French beauty major L’Oréal has signed a deal to acquire Natura &Co-owned Australian luxury skin care brand Aesop in a deal set to propel global growth for the cult, clean aesthetic brand.
US skin care brand Dr Dennis Gross is gearing up to expand its presence in China’s enormous skin care market with the launch of six more products this year.
American beauty device firm PMD Beauty will focus on building a strong brand foundation in Asia after it failed to build long-term success by focusing on sales.
Health and beauty retailer Watsons is seeking to ease consumer concern over the hygiene of testers by piloting a ‘first of its kind’ makeup exchange programme that it hopes will encourage more purchases.
Indonesia’s Mad for Makeup has detailed how it is in benefiting from its 1,000 plus members’ social club for to aid new product development for its acne-friendly cosmetics, and to deliver additional marketing clout.
US-based hair care brand Fekkai is set to accelerate its expansion in Asia this year to tap into the growing demand for high-performance clean hair care products.
Singapore-based Nail Deck has developed a range of breathable halal nail polishes that have found appeal with non-Muslim consumers that seek out clean beauty values.
CosmeticsDesign will kick off 2024 with a brand-new event exploring how the latest innovations and market trends will shape the future of the beauty and personal care industry and its next generation of consumers.
China’s health and beauty sales decline hampered the overall retail growth of A.S. Watson Group (ASW), but the firm insists EBITDA of other regions have ‘fully compensated’ for China’s decline.
In this round-up of the business and financial updates in the APAC cosmetics industry, we highlight business developments from Coty, Kosé, Perfect Diary and more.
We reveal what it takes to achieve success in China’s cutthroat e-commerce space - from building a solid foundation to maintaining longevity - with exclusive insights from brands that have thrived in it, including Atelier Rebul, Evenswiss and G&M...
Singapore start-up Mykílio is hopeful its mushroom-based packaging can find a niche in the luxury beauty space, where it believes it can appeal to the sustainable values of younger consumers especially.
Ultramarine blue pigment can fully replace black pigments in foundations and provide superior cosmetic benefits for North Asian complexions, suggests a new study by Japan-based L’Oréal researchers.
In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we reveal insights from L’Oréal, Olive Young, Kosé and more.
Shinsegae International is developing regenerative cosmetics using microalgae-derived exosome technology based on its joint research with Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU).
Indian grooming brand Bombae is tapping into India’s underserved women’s grooming market by developing more ergonomic razor blades, as well as complementary products to give women a ‘spa-like experience’.
Indian beauty firm Lotus Herbals is expanding its men’s facial products range with a focus on ‘target-based remedial products’ and has in its pipeline to tap on trends around personalised beauty enabled by technology.
Singapore-based TUFT International is set to make its biggest export move yet with the launch of its professional-grade hair styling tools and devices in Australia this March.
Pola Orbis Group will discontinue Amplitude and ITRIM this year as part of plans to enhance its brand portfolio and improve the firm’s overall profitability.
L’Oréal’s chief is eyeing increased penetration in China’s tier-three and four cities, which he believes can help the French beauty major double its customer base and drive more growth in this lucrative market.
Innovation and experimentation are vital for beauty brands who want to stay relevant with Generation Z and Generation Alpha consumers, who are the future of the market, says SUGAR Cosmetics CEO.
Kosé’s Singapore subsidiary believes the company’s global commitment to develop products and serve consumers regardless of gender, age, and ethnicity will be a boon for the diverse SEA region and countries such as Singapore.
K-beauty players are calling for a reform of South Korea’s functional cosmetics review and reporting system to foster innovation and make the domestic cosmetic industry more competitive on the global stage.
Shinsegae International has observed that economic fears are not deterring consumers from purchasing luxury niche fragrances, believing they have replaced lipstick as the new recession-proof commodity.
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Considering inclusivity in product development is a priority to satiate demands from diverse consumers in the Asia Pacific region, says L’Oréal head of research and innovation.
Japanese cosmetics firm Kosé is aiming to increase sales in China by 10%, believing consumer consumption will bounce back with the lift of COVID-19 restrictions.
Japanese beauty brand ORBIS is aiming to develop its skin care line and release products designed for men in their 40s as the demographic is ‘growing significantly’.
Beauty major Coty is aiming to grow its skin care business in China on the back of premiumisation and ‘healthification’ trends it has observed in the market.
Indian beauty retailer Nykaa is set to unveil 50 more physical stores this year to strengthen its brick-and-mortar network and secure long-term growth opportunities in the burgeoning domestic market.
The skinification of hair care marks a new dawn for the sector and heightened expectations from savvy Asian consumers will push innovation forward, according to exclusive insights from Kosé, Nuggela & Sulé, Verdure, and many more hair care players.
Japanese beauty major Shiseido will start to prioritise strategic investments in three key areas – brands, innovation and people – to drive revenue growth, according to its CEO.