News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Dive into our latest stories on formulation and science, featuring research on extracts of pomegranate peel and dark tea, facial lipid shifts in women, an eco-friendly way to supercharge ferulic acid, as well as Kao’s study on skin sensitivity.
A South Korean study has presented an eco-friendly way to supercharge ferulic acid in two traditional herbs, Cnidium officinale (CO) and Angelica gigas (AG), using hot-melt extrusion.
Sydney-based biotech firm Vow has set foot into the functional cosmetic ingredients space with an upcoming debut of its cultured exosome targeting skin regeneration at a biological level.
Taiwanese biotech firm REVIVEBIO Co is set to launch the first commercial application of its next-generation probiotics (NGPs)-derived exosome by end-October.
La Mer is supporting Salk Institute to advance research in cellular energy and age-related function, in the hope of redefining healthy ageing and fuelling breakthroughs in product innovation.
Food-grade technology and in-house R&D are helping HPPY Skin rethink antioxidant formulation, founder Hannah Penn told CosmeticsDesign.
Developed in-house by US-based men’s skin care brand Caldera + Lab, the system is designed for deeper penetration for targeted efficacy.
Honeysuckle flower (Lonicera japonica Thunb.) extract, formulated into low-energy nanoemulsions with polyglycerol fatty acid esters, offers a sustainable and effective platform for skin health applications, according to new research from Thailand.
Amorepacific-owned skin care brand AESTURA will be exclusively launching at Sephora Australia and New Zealand in August, amid a gap and rising demand for dermocosmetics.
Researchers in Thailand have made a breakthrough in developing a plant-based skin care ingredient that shows strong potential in anti-ageing formulations.
Amorepacific-owned COSRX has launched its first hair care range made using a patented peptide technology, as the company makes progress in hair fortification research.
Australian cosmeceutical brand CUTISÉ is capitalising on the under-tapped skin care benefits of astaxanthin, which has shown to be significantly more powerful than widely used antioxidants.
South Korean derma cosmetics brand sisua has released a lip tint product containing spicules, which it says is an “natural alternative to microneedling”, in Japan.
Cosmetics ODM company Kolmar Korea has unveiled a new sunscreen technology that overcomes formulation challenges by integrating the strong ultraviolet (UV) protection of inorganic sunscreens with the superior spreadability of organic sunscreens.
Japanese brand RASIX has expanded its hair care range with the launch of a scalp serum containing nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and plant polyphenols, specifically targeting ageing consumers.
Japanese skin care brand Bioré is launching its first non-chemical, ultraviolet (UV) absorber-free sunscreen to meet increasing consumer demand for gentle products.
Global cosmetics giant L’Oréal is doubling down on beauty tech innovations, from AI-powered skin care solutions to personalised makeup devices and hair tools, to drive positive impact at a collective and individual level.
Singapore start-up Greenitio says that its next-gen cosmetic ingredients fill the gap in sustainable, high-performing and cost-effective alternatives to harmful petrochemical-based materials.
Beauty tech firm GESKE is banking on the personalisation trend as it upgrades its AI-backed app, while also looking to boost distribution across APAC.
Hong Kong-based skin care brand TiN5 is tapping into stem cell tech to address common skin issues faced by consumers living in humid and polluted climates.
Singapore-based cosmetics firm Ice’s Secret says that consumers, especially those with sensitive and damaged skin, are increasingly looking for products that are both effective and sanitary.
Waterless beauty brand Dust & Glow is capitalising on microencapsulation technology to maximise product efficacy.
Vegreen has launched its first waterless Vitamin C ampoule, believing extensive education on product use and effectiveness is key to overcoming consumer reluctance in the category.
The cladode and peel extracts of prickly pear show potential in skin care for its skin brightening, antioxidant, and antibacterial benefits, says new research from Taiwan.
The Lilium plant, commonly known as lilies, possesses a slew of properties suitable for use in various cosmetics, including sunscreens, cleansers, masks and conditioners, according to a new review.
Two wild turmeric plants, the Curcuma aromatica and Curcuma comosa, could play a role in products tackling UVB-induced photoageing.
Malaysian consumers remain largely conservative when making cosmetics choices and continue to prefer natural tones over bright ones, according to brand founder.
Indian males are becoming more willing to invest in skin care products, with the sector tipped for double-digit growth over the next four years, claims a former Coca-Cola and Mondelez exec who co-founded male grooming brand Braavoking.
New Zealand circular beauty brand Emma Lewisham is tapping the benefits of gardenia to optimise skin physiology for cellular regeneration overnight.
Gold nanomaterials in cosmetics, such as creams, lotions and deodorants, could be embedded in their bases to alleviate dermal toxicity.
Mumbai-based online beauty firm Pilgrim plans to execute a two-pronged expansion strategy by tapping the Middle East markets and setting up an offline presence by Q4 2023.
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.
China is allowing the use of nano and biotechnology materials in cosmetic products for the first time, offering tremendous opportunities for new enterprises and products.
Extend International is set to roll out eight products from the MiE skin care series in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan this November.
Australian-based tbh Skincare recorded sales increase of 60% month-on-month in July, as demand for its one-of-a-kind acne products take off.
Speciality chemical company Clariant has come up with a microplastic-free solution to encapsulation.
The organisations responsible for sun safety advice in Australia and New Zealand have adopted a new policy on sunscreen use, recommending that people apply it daily as part of a regular morning routine.
WeDoctor, a $6 bn (€5.1 bn) China-based company hopes to lead the way when it comes to online health retail.
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Asia-Pacific prepares to welcome new growth opportunities from wearable technologies, analytics and decentralised R&D programmes.
The cosmetics machine, hailed as Korea’s most popular tool of its kind, will soon be available in China via an exclusive agreement with Secoo.
On 16th May, market-foresight advisory firm, ABI Research, reveals that the consumer robotics market will reach 100 million shipments and $23 bn (€19.6 bn) in revenue by 2026
Shiseido creates two methods in a bid to restore hair vitality and create manageable shiny and healthy-looking hair.
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Beauty and home care provider, Henkel Indonesia, opens its first-of-its-kind adhesives innovation hub in Bintaro, South Tangerang.
Sharing Economy International (SEII) is concentrating on developing online platforms with artificial intelligence (AI) solutions provider, Asiabots, to produce AI and machine learning smart delivery services.
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