A Swiss brand based on five decades of research on immunology and ribonucleic acid (RNA) is aiming to expand in Asia, where it hopes to gain ground among consumers that now have a heightened sense of the role skin plays in immunity.
Sensitive skin brand Snow Fox is working to expand its hair care offerings to meet the need in the market for earth-friendly products that are suitable for sensitive scalps.
The company’s latest video release demonstrates the myriad of ways that the chemical manufacturer has aligned its mission to a commitment to environmental sustainability through its ingredient sourcing.
Plastic Action Platform Oceanworks offers manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics and personal care product industries the opportunity to improve sustainability practices through reclaimed and recycled materials sourcing, its IMPAC+ plastic offsetting...
Korean skin care brand Melixir has embarked on a vigorous expansion campaign across Asia via Sephora, while also working on its sustainability initiatives and new products targeting the skin microbiome.
The concept of upcycled ingredients has yet to be fully appreciated in some parts of Asia, particularly in South East Asian countries like Thailand, where consumers tend to link it with lower prices and quality, says one supplier.
Sustainable programs and initiatives have become the cosmetics and personal beauty care product industry standard – but what are some of the most economically viable ways to implement these practices to best meet consumer demand? Our upcoming CosmeticsDesign...
Australia’s Biologi debuted its range of bio cellulose sheet masks for targeted skin care concerns as it seeks to shift such products from ‘nice-to-have’ to ‘must-have’.
UK cosmetics company Lush has invested £2.3m to upgrade its Dorset-based Green Hub, in a bid to boost its efforts to create a circular economy for its business.
From gamification and biotech on micro-organisms, to water-saving solutions, we have been speaking to industry experts to assess the very latest trends for cosmetics packaging.
Indian cosmetics brand Botnal has seen a 30% growth within three months after listing on e-commerce platform Nykaa, which galvanised its plans to further tap into its domestic market and the rising probiotics skin care space.
Yeast-derived NovaColl offers manufacturers and suppliers of cosmetic and personal care products the opportunity to shift away from animal-derived collagen and towards an option that is effective, sustainable, and more skin compatible, says the co-founder...
Brand collaborations within the beauty industry could help mitigate the unsustainable consequences of the excessive proliferation of beauty products, suggests one cosmetic chemist.
Canadian food products supplier Fruit D’Or utilizes closed loop cultivation and other environmentally sustainable processing practices to upcycle cranberry seed oil co-products for cosmetic and personal beauty care product manufacturing and formulation.
Singapore solid beauty JOMO Studio says it is determined to change the ‘good product, bad design’ mindset when it comes to sustainable products in APAC.
Soapbox recently released its latest collection of collagen-based bond-builder products online and in Walmart locations across the US, satisfying consumer demand for naturally formulated restorative hair care options.
Australia’s eco-lifestyle brand Seed & Spout has developed zero-waste skin care range, WITHOUT, to challenge greenwashing and the belief that natural skin care is not efficacious.
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.
Singapore indie brand Slow Rituals has detailed plans to expand its self-care product range into hair care, and is targeting local partnerships for more sustainable sourcing, packaging, and distribution.
India’s Juicy Cosmetics says its organic colour cosmetics range is contributing to 30% of its revenue, just four months after its launch, with the firm revealing plans to debut more ‘technology-driven products’ and boost offline touchpoints to bolster...
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 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.
Jurlique says beauty still has multiple challenges to overcome in its shift towards sustainable packaging, highlighting the need for better innovation and broader recycling infrastructure.
Shinsegae International is developing regenerative cosmetics using microalgae-derived exosome technology based on its joint research with Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU).
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.
Scientific knowledge on the bioactivity of organic biomass extracts and agri-food waste has fast advanced in recent years, highlighting potential for the development of topicals targeting skin photoageing, say researchers.
Vegan certification accredited by a third party will build customer trust and open up more sales avenues for cosmetic brands, says a South Korean agency.
A Philippines-based environmental pressure group is taking its fights against adulterated and potentially harmful cosmetics across the region, after securing a number of notable victories in South East Asia.
In a landscape of fluctuating consumer trust amidst, blockchain technology provides beauty a means to offer full transparency around sustainable product claims, says the MD of Provenance.
A number of face paints tested in New Zealand breached cosmetics regulations for containing non-permitted ingredients and labelling shortcomings, it has been revealed.
Inclusivity and conscious beauty are among the most important elements for cosmetic brands to consider when developing new products this year, says one prominent cosmetic chemist.
Check out our recap of the most-read beauty and personal care stories of January 2023 – featuring our analysis into 2023 beauty trends, regulation, and emerging markets.
Italian beauty brand Teaology believes its business in Asia could surpass Europe in just a “couple of years” in line with the company’s five-year plan to expand its global footprint.
Personal care major Beiersdorf has extended its joint commitment with the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) in Indonesia, aiming to halt deforestation in Borneo and certify 200 smallholders with the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) on the...
Long-time collaborators Fancl Corporation and Kirin Group have partnered to successfully develop cosmetics packaging made from the by-product of beer production.
South East Asia is providing an untapped opportunity for sustainable beauty innovation in the make-up market, claims Dow, with the firm believing colour cosmetics is the ideal category for trialling new ideas.
New climate targets will see multinational beauty manufacturer Coty getting more ambitious in its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy usage.
The Global Shea Alliance (GSA) is aiming to connect cosmetic brands from Asia Pacific directly with the rural producers of shea butter to better the social and economic standings of African women and their families.
Forestwise, a supplier of wild harvest ingredient from the rainforest, is aiming to secure multinational customers from the cosmetics and food industry in order to better support the community.
A newly launched skin care brand ‘About Time We Met’ from Australian sandalwood supplier Quintis is hoping to show what the ingredient can offer far more than fragrance.
Personalised solutions, true innovation and credible claims are key for beauty brands to succeed among diverse population groups across Asia and beyond, say trends experts.
If the beauty industry wants to create real change it needs to shift how it defines its moving parts, and thinking of beauty consumers as beauty citizens could be the first step, says the chair of the B Corp Beauty Coalition supervisory board.
The fragrance category has evolved to become an essential category for wellness as well as self-expression, according to exclusive insights from major players like Coty, along with a line-up of exciting niche labels.
Sandalwood supplier Quintis is aiming to tap into rising demand for multifunctional beauty products with a new powder that it believes has potential across skin care, colour cosmetics, and hair care.
A Helsinki-based firm that has developed a microbiome-restoring extract is eyeing opportunities in the South Korean beauty market, which it believes will serve as a springboard to the wider Asia Pacific region.
LG Household & Health Care is partnering with Hyundai Chemical and Lotte Chemical to mass produce cosmetic containers made from 100% waste plastic oil starting from January 2023.
![Verdilab is based on five decades of immunology research. [Verdilab]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/07/05/immunology-skin-care-verdilab-targets-asia-expansion-on-the-back-of-skin-immunity-awareness/16495040-1-eng-GB/Immunology-skin-care-Verdilab-targets-Asia-expansion-on-the-back-of-skin-immunity-awareness.jpg)
![Snow Fox is working to expand its hair care offerings. [Snow Fox Skincare]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/06/20/australian-taiwan-brand-snow-fox-aims-to-fill-the-gap-for-green-sensitive-scalp-care/16458263-3-eng-GB/Australian-Taiwan-brand-Snow-Fox-aims-to-fill-the-gap-for-green-sensitive-scalp-care.jpg)
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![[Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/innerbottle-s-new-fully-recyclable-paper-bottles-requires-no-pe-liners-films-or-adhesive/16329736-1-eng-GB/Innerbottle-s-new-fully-recyclable-paper-bottles-requires-no-PE-liners-films-or-adhesive.jpg)
![WITHOUT aims to challenge greenwashing and the belief that natural skin care is not efficacious. [WITHOUT]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/04/17/eco-brand-without-aims-to-tackle-greenwashing-and-natural-skin-care-misconceptions/16239283-1-eng-GB/Eco-brand-WITHOUT-aims-to-tackle-greenwashing-and-natural-skin-care-misconceptions.jpg)
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![Fekkai set to accelerate its expansion in Asia this year. [Fekkai]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/fekkai-gears-up-to-meet-demand-for-clean-hair-care-in-asia/16250380-1-eng-GB/Fekkai-gears-up-to-meet-demand-for-clean-hair-care-in-Asia.jpg)
![Mykílio is hopeful its mushroom-based packaging can find a niche in the luxury beauty space. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/mushroom-packaging-can-align-with-eco-values-of-gen-z-luxury-goals-start-up/16257832-1-eng-GB/Mushroom-packaging-can-align-with-eco-values-of-Gen-Z-luxury-goals-start-up.jpg)
![Jurlique says beauty still has multiple challenges to overcome in its shift towards sustainable packaging. [Jurlique]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/03/21/jurlique-on-beauty-packaging-it-will-continue-to-be-a-problem-to-solve/16219903-1-eng-GB/Jurlique-on-beauty-packaging-It-will-continue-to-be-a-problem-to-solve.jpg)
![Shinsegae International is developing regenerative cosmetics using microalgae-derived exosome technology. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/formulation-science/shinsegae-touts-regenerative-cosmetics-using-microalgae-derived-exosome-tech/16216387-1-eng-GB/Shinsegae-touts-regenerative-cosmetics-using-microalgae-derived-exosome-tech.jpg)
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![Part of the commitment will see actions taken in the Indonesian part of Borneo to halt further deforestation on the island [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/headlines/business-financial/beiersdorf-evonik-and-wwf-extend-commitment-on-sustainable-palm-oil-in-indonesia/16113575-1-eng-GB/Beiersdorf-Evonik-and-WWF-extend-commitment-on-sustainable-palm-oil-in-Indonesia.jpg)
![Fancl and Kirin have partnered to successfully develop cosmetics packaging made from the by-product of beer production. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/fancl-collaborates-with-kirin-to-launch-cosmetics-packaging-made-with-beer-by-products/16042490-1-eng-GB/Fancl-collaborates-with-Kirin-to-launch-cosmetics-packaging-made-with-beer-by-products.jpg)
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![Coty has focused its future sustainability actions around key 'hotspots' in its business model [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign.com/article/2022/12/12/coty-publishes-sustainability-report-setting-science-based-targets-in-energy-use-carbon-footprint-and-packaging/16016546-1-eng-GB/Coty-publishes-sustainability-report-setting-science-based-targets-in-energy-use-carbon-footprint-and-packaging.jpg)
![Connectng directly with the rural producers of shea butter can better the social and economic standings of African women. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/12/12/why-the-global-shea-alliance-is-on-a-mission-to-link-asia-beauty-brands-with-producers/15995900-1-eng-GB/Why-the-Global-Shea-Alliance-is-on-a-mission-to-link-Asia-beauty-brands-with-producers.jpg)
![Forestwise is aiming to secure multinational customers from the cosmetics and food industry in order to better support the community. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/illipe-butter-imperative-to-find-big-beauty-brands-to-support-communities-in-borneo-forestwise-ceo/15995846-1-eng-GB/Illipe-Butter-Imperative-to-find-big-beauty-brands-to-support-communities-in-Borneo-Forestwise-CEO.jpg)
![Quintis is hoping to show what Indian Sandalwood can offer far more than fragrance with new brand. [About Time We Met]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/12/06/about-time-we-met-highlights-sandalwood-benefits-beyond-smelling-nice/15982175-1-eng-GB/About-Time-We-Met-highlights-sandalwood-benefits-beyond-smelling-nice.jpg)
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![Re-Connecting Nature is an ingredient inspired by the relationship Finns have with the forest. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/formulation-science/finnish-firm-with-microbiome-restoring-active-targets-south-korea-as-apac-springboard/15916799-1-eng-GB/Finnish-firm-with-microbiome-restoring-active-targets-South-Korea-as-APAC-springboard.jpg)
![LG H&H to mass produce cosmetic containers made from 100% waste plastic oil starting 2023. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/lg-h-h-to-mass-produce-cosmetic-containers-made-from-waste-plastic-oil-from-2023/15860066-1-eng-GB/LG-H-H-to-mass-produce-cosmetic-containers-made-from-waste-plastic-oil-from-2023.jpg)
![[Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2024/09/11/beauty-broadcast-australian-olive-oil-producers-urged-to-upcycle-pomace-for-cosmetics-as-health-wellness-interests-surge/17730919-1-eng-GB/Beauty-Broadcast-Australian-olive-oil-producers-urged-to-upcycle-pomace-for-cosmetics-as-health-wellness-interests-surge.jpg)
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![oshinoya Holdings ventures into the beauty sector with the launch of Speedia, a skin care line featuring ostrich oil. [Speedia]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/wrbm_tiny/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/ostrich-skin-care-yoshinoya-makes-beauty-entry-to-tap-into-cosmetic-potential-of-ostrich-oil/17698087-1-eng-GB/Ostrich-skin-care-Yoshinoya-makes-beauty-entry-to-tap-into-cosmetic-potential-of-ostrich-oil.png)
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