A Singapore-based food start-up cultivating mushroom mycelium as an alternative protein source believes it can also serve the cosmetics industry as a natural, sustainable, and completely food-safe ingredient.
Rising demand for sustainable packaging and localisation are the two key drivers behind Toly’s decision to expand in Korea with a new manufacturing facility - it's third since the company entered the market in the mid-2000s.
Calcium carbonate producer Omya is aiming to expand its business into skin care and colour cosmetics and has identified Asia Pacific’s recovering make-up market as a key target.
Spanish luxury beauty and perfume major Puig has announced the acquisition of Kama Ayurveda – a move set to strengthen its Indian footprint and drive presence in the Western wellbeing market, an expert says.
The overreliance on recycling is the chief piece of green misinformation in the beauty industry, which has to move faster towards a circular model, says the founder and CEO of Emma Lewisham.
Biotechnology start-up Allozymes’s claims its proprietary tech gives the cosmetic industry a way to produce natural active ingredients in an environmentally responsible manner, while also reducing cost, time and resources.
The pervasiveness of the clean beauty movement and the increasing emphasise of health is driving the demand for silicone-free hair care products in South Korea, with one supplier believing it to be among the most crucial trends in K-beauty.
The Indian lip care market is ripe for innovation, with a brand CEO saying that it has largely been overlooked compared with the saturated lip colour, face and hair care sectors.
Ingredient firm Biosynthia has identified South Korea and Japan as two top targets as it seeks to grow in Asia’s hair care market with a ‘natural and sustainably sourced’ biotin.
Hainan Island’s reputation as the “go-to beauty destination” makes it the ideal place to introduce Takami, the newest “jewel” in L’Oréal’s high-end skin care portfolio, claims the firm.
South Korean sustainable packaging start-up Innerbottle is working to replace its current silicone inserts with a new thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) it has developed called TPX, which will make it easier to recycle.
Irish indie brand Spotlight Oral Care is continuing to expand across Europe and the US and wants to focus future new product development on bridging the oral health and beauty gap.
Indie brand Solidu wants to deepen its retail presence across Europe and the US, but also innovate further into solid face care – a space its founder says still holds plenty of promise.
Nothing beats the brick-and-mortar consumer experience when choosing new colour cosmetics despite advances in AI technology, claims the founder of Malaysia’s NITA Cosmetics.
Upcycled seaweed could soon be available as an emulsifier in the Asian beauty and personal care market, with one firm keen to tap into clean beauty interest ‘as fast as possible’.
Plant-derived active ingredients have considerable potential as a safe and effective treatment in alleviating the symptoms of atopic dermatitis or eczema.
A novel Taiwanese black root citronella oil brand Dong Sheng is experiencing sales success in Singapore as dengue cases spike, with at least 21,000 units of 10ml roll-ons being sold out monthly.
French beauty major L’Oréal Group believes it can replicate the carbon neutrality achievements of its North Asia division, with one executive confirming the firm has outlined a “clear roadmap” to do so.
Simplification and sophistication are key strategies to drive cosmetics sales in the post-pandemic era, with consumers willing to spend more on natural, sustainable care and tech beauty.
The APAC skincare market is tipped to grow by 5% each year to 2026, but there are five key challenges the sector needs to overcome to maintain its growth trajectory.
Design to reuse should be prioritised as a sustainable beauty strategy because its overall positive impact far outweighs working with reduced or recyclable materials, according to European researchers.
The demand for cosmetic formulations that marry nature and science is creating vast opportunities for APAC’s blossoming hair care category, according to a leading formulation expert.
India’s personal care brand Singh Styled, which features a myriad of products such as beard nourishers, serums and shampoos, aims to enter the UK, US and Middle East markets as part of its expansion plans to serve 30 million Sikh men worldwide.
French clean beauty brand Caudalie is gearing up to expand its presence in Asia with new entries into India and Vietnam on the back of what it belives is growing demand for effective and clean skin care.
An Ayurvedic beauty brand from India is expecting 100% year-on-year growth on the back of the post-COVID-driven trend for slower, more ritualistic beauty products and habits.
We round up our five most-read stories relating to one of the hottest topics in beauty today, featuring innovative solutions to the sustainable beauty movement coming from Asia Pacific.
South Korean consumer goods conglomerate LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H) has launched Freshian, a vegan-certified colour cosmetic brand in bid to attract the young set of millennial and Generation Z beauty consumers.
Food, nutraceuticals and cosmetics brands worldwide can now tap the expertise of a newly-minted halal alliance to enter the lucrative global halal market forecasted to reach USD$2.8 trillion by 2025.
A new survey by Korea International Trade Association (KITA) has revealed that South Korea’s cosmetics industry was the most significantly impacted sector by the post-pandemic demand for eco-conscious products.
Australian clean cosmeceutical brand Biologi has introduced what it believes is its most exciting launch to date – an anti-pollution serum that features a wild-harvested extract that contains vitamin C, niacinamide, and salicylic acid.
New Zealand circular beauty brand Emma Lewisham is harnessing two pioneering liposomal delivery systems for its new eye product, the Skin Reset Eye Crème.
The global COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing climate crisis has bolstered demand for vegan topical and ingestible cosmetics as consumers look to improve consumption patterns beyond food, finds a review.
Luxury vegan beauty brand Dear Dahlia from South Korea is set on expanding its presence in the Middle East, with new markets including Egypt, Kuwait, and Bahrain on the cards for this year.
Singapore-based beauty brand Kew Organics is set to establish an in-house laboratory to bring down rising costs as it gears up to chase new opportunities in the international market.
Ingredient supplier Native Extracts is working to establish a stronghold in India where it hopes to drive research and development on native botanicals and help promote ‘I-beauty’.
Skin and sun care brand Everyday Humans was just added to the Target Zero Collection, aided by their plastic neutral certification. CosmeticsDesign spoke with brand founder Charlotte Chen Pienaar about being included in the retail giant's sustainable...
Face masks containing a mung bean and selenium fermentation broth could promote skin whitening, moisturising and antioxidant effects, according to a recent study.
Demand is rising across Asia Pacific for health-focused products including silicone-free hair shampoo, but BASF believes their vast potential in silicone-free conditioners too.
Singapore-based body care brand Omno is aiming to fill the whitespaces it sees in the body care market, with products that are specifically developed for the Asian climate and with typical ‘skin care ingredients’ such as niacinamide.
A Singapore firm that has created wet wipes from durian husks hopes its product differentiation can propel it to success in the Middle East and China, as well as in South East Asia.
Greater investments in biotechnology will help truly advance beauty innovation, satisfying consumer needs and addressing planetary woes, says the founder of Mibelle Biochemistry.
The beauty industry has been too focused on recycling and needs to shift focus on reuse and refill solutions, says two circular beauty brands, Bhuman and Emma Lewisham.
Singapore-based skin care brand Sigi Skin has launched its first-ever serum with prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics to follow up on the success it had with its probiotic sheet mask.
In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we feature ‘endemic beauty’ trends in Japan, curly hair demand in India, the potential of Sing Beauty and more.
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![Omya has identified Asia Pacific’s recovering make-up market as a key target. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/omya-sets-sights-on-apac-s-recovering-make-up-market/15726216-1-eng-GB/Omya-sets-sights-on-APAC-s-recovering-make-up-market.jpg)
![Kama Ayurveda is a leading brand in India offering a range of traditional and holistic treatments for beauty and wellness [Image: Kama Ayurveda/Puig]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/headlines/business-financial/puig-acquires-majority-stake-in-kama-ayurveda-to-drive-india-presence-and-global-wellness-offerings/15770787-1-eng-GB/Puig-acquires-majority-stake-in-Kama-Ayurveda-to-drive-India-presence-and-global-wellness-offerings.jpg)
![Allozymes’s claims its proprietary tech gives the cosmetic industry a way to produce natural active ingredients in an environmentally responsible manner. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/formulation-science/allozymes-claims-proprietary-tech-increases-actives-yields-boosts-sustainability/15739398-1-eng-GB/Allozymes-claims-proprietary-tech-increases-actives-yields-boosts-sustainability.jpg)
![The clean beauty movement and the increasing emphasise of health is driving the demand for silicone-free hair care products in South Korea. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/silicone-free-hair-care-one-of-the-most-important-trends-in-korea/15687975-1-eng-GB/Silicone-free-hair-care-One-of-the-most-important-trends-in-Korea.jpg)
![Curcuma comosa extracts could prevent skin photoaging by UVB. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/09/01/wild-turmeric-extracts-could-protect-against-uvb-photoageing-pioneer-report/15700335-1-eng-GB/Wild-turmeric-extracts-could-protect-against-UVB-photoageing-pioneer-report.jpg)
![Pilgrim innovates lip balm flavours, like introducing peppermint ones, to the Indian market. [Pilgrim]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/india-lip-care-market-possesses-untapped-lucrative-potential-brand-ceo/15684891-1-eng-GB/India-lip-care-market-possesses-untapped-lucrative-potential-brand-CEO.jpg)
![Biosynthia has identified South Korea and Japan as two top targets as it seeks to grow in Asia. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/biosynthia-targets-asian-hair-care-market-with-sustainably-sourced-biotin/15719895-1-eng-GB/Biosynthia-targets-Asian-hair-care-market-with-sustainably-sourced-biotin.jpg)
![L’Oréal to introduce Takami to Hainan in 2023. [Takami]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/l-oreal-touts-hainan-as-the-perfect-venue-to-introduce-j-beauty-brand-takami/15671346-1-eng-GB/L-Oreal-touts-Hainan-as-the-perfect-venue-to-introduce-J-beauty-brand-Takami.png)
![Innerbottle is working to replace its current silicone inserts with a new thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) it has developed called TPX. [Innerbottle]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/innerbottle-aims-to-replace-silicone-insert-with-new-material-for-easier-recycling/15704244-1-eng-GB/Innerbottle-aims-to-replace-silicone-insert-with-new-material-for-easier-recycling.jpg)
![Spotlight Oral Care offers a range of oral care products and is best-known for its teeth whitening products [Image: Spotlight Oral Care Facebook]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/headlines/business-financial/spotlight-oral-care-expansion-plans-in-europe-us-and-beauty-category/15707031-1-eng-GB/Spotlight-Oral-Care-expansion-plans-in-Europe-US-and-beauty-category.jpg)
![Solidu offers a range of zero-waste waterless, solid bars across the hair, body and face care categories [Image: SOLIDU Facebook]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2022/08/19/solid-beauty-brand-solidu-eyes-europe-us-expansion-for-zero-waste-products-in-hair-care-body-care-and-face-care/15698631-1-eng-GB/Solid-beauty-brand-Solidu-eyes-Europe-US-expansion-for-zero-waste-products-in-hair-care-body-care-and-face-care.jpg)
![NITA Cosmetics founder Nita Azman is prioritising the return of customers to conventional stores in the endemic. [NITA Cosmetics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/nita-cosmetics-prioritising-brick-and-mortar-return/15656571-2-eng-GB/NITA-Cosmetics-prioritising-brick-and-mortar-return.jpg)
![Carbonwave uses sargassum seaweed to develop different materials for different sectors, one of which is a broad-spectrum natural emulsifier. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/08/16/carbonwave-targets-asia-s-clean-beauty-market-with-upcycled-seaweed-emulsifier/15660738-1-eng-GB/Carbonwave-targets-Asia-s-clean-beauty-market-with-upcycled-seaweed-emulsifier.jpg)
![Botanicals, lipids and antioxidants are potential ingredients in tackling atopic dermatitis, rivalling corticosteroids. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/formulation-science/botanicals-lipids-and-antioxidants-could-rival-corticosteroids-for-atopic-eczema-review/15656472-1-eng-GB/Botanicals-lipids-and-antioxidants-could-rival-corticosteroids-for-atopic-eczema-Review.jpg)
![The Emma Lewisham 'sleep in a mask' could catalyse nocturnal activity and enhance the structure and condition of the skin. [Emma Lewisham]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/formulation-science/emma-lewisham-harnesses-gardenia-extract-to-optimise-skin-regeneration/15644931-1-eng-GB/Emma-Lewisham-harnesses-Gardenia-extract-to-optimise-skin-regeneration.jpg)
![3D illustration of the dengue virus, which causes yellow fever and transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/08/08/novel-black-root-citronella-oil-gains-traction-in-light-of-singapore-dengue-uptick/15663753-1-eng-GB/Novel-black-root-citronella-oil-gains-traction-in-light-of-Singapore-dengue-uptick.jpg)
![L’Oréal Group believes it can replicate the carbon neutrality achievements of its North Asia division. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/08/08/l-oreal-has-set-clear-roadmap-for-north-asia-s-carbon-neutrality-achievements-to-be-replicated-svp/15642858-1-eng-GB/L-Oreal-has-set-clear-roadmap-for-North-Asia-s-carbon-neutrality-achievements-to-be-replicated-SVP.jpg)
![More consumers are purchasing tech beauty for use at home like electric cleansers, lifting-up devices and sebum aspirators. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/post-pandemic-beauty-trends-simplification-sophistication-driving-post-pandemic-beauty-wave-research/15585209-1-eng-GB/Post-pandemic-beauty-trends-Simplification-sophistication-driving-post-pandemic-beauty-wave-Research.jpg)
![More consumers are demanding cruelty-free products and ethical formulations. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/the-hurdles-apac-s-skincare-market-has-to-clear-to-maintain-growth-charge/15585263-1-eng-GB/The-hurdles-APAC-s-skincare-market-has-to-clear-to-maintain-growth-charge.jpg)
![Researchers from the University of Malta used a case study of cosmetic blush compacts to compare the benefits of design to reuse versus design to recycle [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/headlines/packaging-design/reusable-cosmetics-packaging-better-than-lightweight-or-recyclable-variants-finds-case-study/15607172-1-eng-GB/Reusable-cosmetics-packaging-better-than-lightweight-or-recyclable-variants-finds-case-study.jpg)
![Ayurvedic ingredients are key to Singh Styled products. [Singh Styled]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/07/11/india-personal-care-brand-singh-styled-targets-uk-us-and-middle-east-markets/15558353-1-eng-GB/India-personal-care-brand-Singh-Styled-targets-UK-US-and-Middle-East-markets.jpg)
![Caudalie is gearing up to expand its presence in Asia with new entries into India and Vietnam. [Caudalie]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/caudalie-prioritising-apac-expansion-plans-in-india-and-vietnam/15521768-1-eng-GB/Caudalie-prioritising-APAC-expansion-plans-in-India-and-Vietnam.jpg)
![Tvachamrit expecting 100% year-on-year growth on the back of the post-COVID-driven trend for slow beauty. [Tvachamrit]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/tvachamrit-aiming-for-100-growth-on-the-back-of-beauty-rituals-renaissance/15503030-1-eng-GB/Tvachamrit-aiming-for-100-growth-on-the-back-of-beauty-rituals-renaissance.jpg)
![Top stories on sustainable beauty in the APAC region. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/eco-boost-five-recent-developments-in-sustainable-beauty-across-apac14/15536957-1-eng-GB/Eco-boost-Five-recent-developments-in-sustainable-beauty-across-APAC.jpg)
![LG H&H has launched Freshian, a vegan-certified colour cosmetic brand to attract the young set of consumers. [LG H&H / Freshian]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/lg-h-h-launches-vegan-make-up-brand-freshian-targeted-at-younger-consumers/15521606-1-eng-GB/LG-H-H-launches-vegan-make-up-brand-Freshian-targeted-at-younger-consumers.png)
![[Lush Cosmetics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/06/20/beauty-broadcast-lush-cosmetics-says-waterless-beauty-trend-bound-to-become-mainstream/15458395-1-eng-GB/Beauty-Broadcast-Lush-Cosmetics-says-waterless-beauty-trend-bound-to-become-mainstream.jpg)
![A new survey by KITA has revealed that South Korea’s cosmetics industry was the most significantly impacted sector by the post-pandemic demand for eco-conscious products. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/k-beauty-industry-most-significantly-impacted-sector-by-post-pandemic-demand-for-greener-products/15470872-1-eng-GB/K-beauty-industry-most-significantly-impacted-sector-by-post-pandemic-demand-for-greener-products.jpg)
![Biologi has introduced an anti-pollution serum which it believes is its most exciting launch to date. [Biologi]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/biologi-s-most-exciting-serum-launch-features-wild-harvested-extract-that-protects-against-pollution/15470602-1-eng-GB/Biologi-s-most-exciting-serum-launch-features-wild-harvested-extract-that-protects-against-pollution.jpg)
![Beauty consumers are looking to improve consumption patterns amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and climate crisis which is driving demand for vegan offerings [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2022/06/07/vegan-beauty-opportunity-rising-amidst-covid-19-and-climate-crisis-says-review/15478111-1-eng-GB/Vegan-beauty-opportunity-rising-amidst-COVID-19-and-climate-crisis-says-review.jpg)
![Dear Dahlia from South Korea is set on expanding its presence in the Middle East, with new markets including Egypt, Kuwait, and Bahrain on the cards for this year. [Dear Dahlia]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/dear-dahlia-eyeing-major-expansion-in-the-middle-east-to-capture-luxury-beauty-opportunities/15470656-1-eng-GB/Dear-Dahlia-eyeing-major-expansion-in-the-Middle-East-to-capture-luxury-beauty-opportunities.jpg)
![Kew Organics is set to establish an in-house laboratory to bring down rising costs. [Kew Organics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/kew-organics-to-establish-cosmetics-lab-as-it-eyes-overseas-expansion/15447565-2-eng-GB/Kew-Organics-to-establish-cosmetics-lab-as-it-eyes-overseas-expansion.jpg)
![While silicone-free shampoos are becoming a dime a dozen, there is a lack of silicone-free hair conditioners in the market. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/05/24/asia-demand-on-the-rise-for-silicone-free-hair-conditioners-basf/15429337-1-eng-GB/Asia-demand-on-the-rise-for-silicone-free-hair-conditioners-BASF.jpg)
![Omno is aiming to fill the whitespaces it sees in the body care market. [Omno]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/omno-aims-to-fill-whitespaces-in-apac-body-care-market/15397513-1-eng-GB/Omno-aims-to-fill-whitespaces-in-APAC-body-care-market.jpg)
![Biomimicry, for example, opens plentiful opportunities for beauty, so industry must continue to advance technologies and capabilities [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2022/05/16/biotech-beauty-must-be-a-priority-for-innovation-in-cosmetics-says-mibelle-biochemistry-founder/15418861-1-eng-GB/Biotech-beauty-must-be-a-priority-for-innovation-in-cosmetics-says-Mibelle-Biochemistry-founder.jpg)
![The beauty industry has been too focused on recycling and needs to shift focus on reuse and refill solutions. [Emma Lewisham]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/emma-lewisham-and-bhuman-urge-beauty-industry-needs-to-focus-on-reuse-and-refill-packaging/15390562-1-eng-GB/Emma-Lewisham-and-Bhuman-urge-beauty-industry-needs-to-focus-on-reuse-and-refill-packaging.jpg)
![Sigi Skin has launched its first-ever serum with prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics. [Sigi Skin]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/sigi-skin-launches-first-serum-packed-with-prebiotics-probiotics-and-postbiotics/15370893-1-eng-GB/Sigi-Skin-launches-first-serum-packed-with-prebiotics-probiotics-and-postbiotics.jpg)
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