News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Seoul-headquartered Wishcompany says that value-driven marketplaces combining accessibility and strong product discovery are increasingly shaping the growth strategies of K-beauty brands in the US.
Australian sunless tanning brand Luna Bronze is partnering with major cosmetics retailer Ulta Beauty for its US debut, highlighting a significant step in its global expansion.
Our round-up of business updates in the Asia-Pacific cosmetics industry features news from brands and companies including CLEAR, Kolmar Korea, Hourglass, Patrick Ta Beauty, and more.
K-beauty continues to extend its influence in the US, with brands like I’m Meme, Laka, Mediheal and TIRTIR embarking on strategic moves in the market.
This round-up features recent launches and initiatives from Sisley Paris, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Rare Beauty, and Kao, with a focus on colour cosmetics.
This month’s global beauty news headlines encompass exciting innovations, regulatory pressures, and acquisitions with significant industry impacts.
Luxury beauty brand Hourglass recently announced Sephora as its new exclusive retail partner in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), signalling a strategic shift in its global distribution model.
Patrick Ta Beauty has launched exclusively at Sephora Middle East to meet demand in the region, where one of the brand’s strongest and most-engaged followings is said to be based.
K-beauty is said to be experiencing a “second coming”, with advanced technology, stronger brand positioning, and mid-range products that deliver high quality taking centre stage.
The 2026 edition of Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) will feature an expanded conference programme alongside a comprehensive showcase of technologies and solutions from around the world.
From major trends and innovation breakthroughs to drivers and barriers of the Asia-Pacific beauty industry, check out the top 10 articles that generated the most views on CDA this year.
Barcelona-headquartered Eurofragance sheds light on key fragrance trends in South East Asia (SEA), on the back of its recently launched Creative Centre in Indonesia.
Seoul-based cosmetics company linnofashion has launched a comprehensive international expansion strategy, positioning itself as a leader in merging K-beauty innovation with customised local market penetration.
The K-beauty boom is showing no signs of slowing, as Korean skin care brands like Dr.G, MEDIPEEL, and Dr. Althea continue to actively expand their global footprint.
Our round-up of recent trend developments in Asia-Pacific’s beauty market features single-dose packaging, fragrance trends in China, rising demand for peri- and postoperative skin care, Ayurvedic skin care in Australia, and travel retail as growth engine.
Chinese beauty and fragrance company Eternal Group documents consumer behaviour, winning retail formats, and regulatory steps that shape route-to-market choices.
Galderma’s Alastin has entered China with an aesthetic skin care range targeted at addressing the surge in demand for peri- and postoperative management.
Suntory-owned men’s skin care brand KIZEN seeks to answer the rising demand among US male consumers for skin care that delivers “maximum impact with minimal effort”.
Amsterdam-headquartered Rituals is among beauty brands that are increasingly leveraging travel retail and forming strategic partnerships in this sector as a pillar of growth.
3CE says that it is democratising South Korea’s popular personal colour trend through its AI-powered tool newly introduced on Shopee, a platform that is driving its growth in South East Asia.
South Korean skin care brands Torriden has officially launched in Sephora US, while Anua is cementing its presence in the UK through a rapid increase in brick-and-mortar locations.
This monthly snapshot of the latest CosmeticsDesign coverage from around the world includes regional retail launches, trend research and analysis, and regulatory insights.
LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H)’s beauty division saw a decrease in sales and operating profit in the second quarter of 2025, which it says is caused by intensifying market competition and domestic business restructuring.
JOOCYEE’s opening of its first flagship store outside of China signals the changing consumer perception and growing popularity of C-beauty in South East Asia.
Chinese biotech company ImmVira’s engineered exosomes for hair growth and localised fat reduction have recently secured INCI designation, which it says would enable it to seize opportunities in the ageing market.
This roundup highlights the global regulatory actions, innovative ingredient launches, and compelling trend analyses dominating the beauty and personal care industry news cycle.
South Korean beauty brands are increasingly making a mark in the Western markets through retail partnerships and experiential activations.
Prestige cosmetics brand Chantecaille is collaborating with Asia-Pacific’s leading luxury beauty distributor LUXASIA to set foot into the Indian market.
Our round-up of beauty business updates in the Asia-Pacific cosmetics industry highlights developments from Lotus Herbals, Garnier, Cosmax, Kao, and foamgle.
Japanese beauty brand Kanebo is set to release a vernix-inspired cream duo in September as “global flagship products”, as it seeks to boost presence across Asia.
Cosmax’s growth strategy for South East Asia includes three main axes of broadening sales channels, strengthening market penetration, and expanding business areas, with localisation playing a major role in each.
Our round-up of beauty business updates in the Asia-Pacific cosmetics industry highlights developments from GS25, RAAIE, JUNGSAEMMOOL, and more.
South Korea’s foamgle is making first foray into overseas markets after completing the US FDA OTC (over-the-counter) registration for its dual-function oral care product.
Amorepacific-owned mise en scène has launched its best-selling foam hair dye product, which it claims to be fuss-free and deliver grey coverage in 10 minutes, in Singapore.
In this round-up, we highlight the top 10 stories of May 2025, including China’s most valuable cosmetics brands, key drivers of India’s booming sun care category, CHANEL Fragrance & Beauty’s Nykaa launch, and more.
This round-up highlights recent developments in Australia and New Zealand’s beauty market, including news from Aēsop, RAAIE, Sephora, Prime Skin, and Native Extracts.
South Korean hair care brand Grabity has launched in Taiwan with a sold-out debut on a live-selling broadcast.
South Korean skin care brand UIQ aims to build on its “successful debut” in Japan and the US through sales channel expansion and strengthening its social media marketing efforts.
Sephora is strengthening its prestige beauty offerings in Asia-Pacific with the launch of Haus Labs by Lady Gaga in South East Asia, Oceania, and Hong Kong.
Amorepacific-owned skin care brand HANYUL is entering the US via a partnership with Sephora, with the aim of extending the reach of products that have been well-received in the domestic market.
French luxury fashion house CHANEL’s fragrance and beauty business is expanding its footprint in India via a recent launch on Nykaa’s online and offline channels.
In this round-up, we highlight the top 10 stories of April 2025, including L’Oréal China’s strategies for growth, Cosmax’s ingredient for hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis, impact of US tariffs on C-beauty, and more.
South Korea-made sunscreens are among the imported products that US consumers have been stockpiling since the Trump tariffs were announced, but K-beauty is expected to retain its competitive edge in the market even with price hikes.
Asia is at the forefront of the social commerce trend, and beauty brands need to adapt as social media platforms replace search engines for product discovery.
Malaysian skin care brand FaceAnne has recently debuted in the local market with products that cater specifically to the needs of Malaysian consumers, including formulations with a cooling effect for the hot climate.
South Korean makeup brand BRAYE recently introduced a lip tint range with pen-like packaging, which it says combines style and convenience, to the Japan market.
Luxury skin care brand SkinCeuticals recently debuted in Singapore’s travel retail scene via The Shilla Duty Free, through which it aims to address the evolving needs of modern travellers.
K-beauty brand Anua is building on its strong performance and increasing popularity in North America and Japan with its recent debut on Amazon in Europe, Middle East, and Australia.
Our round-up of beauty brands in Asia-Pacific features news and updates from Clio, Florasis, POLA, Perfect Diary, and more.
While the recently announced US tariffs will pose notable challenges for both Chinese exporters and American cosmetics firms operating in China, they may catalyse important shifts in strategy, competitiveness, and consumer preference, says an analyst.