Luxury botanical beauty brand Chantecaille is scheduled to launch in China in the third quarter of this year as it seeks to return to growth after a tough 2023.
Ouai says its introduction of a new frizz-taming hair cream highlights South East Asia's significance to the company, with the brand also exploring opportunities in new markets across the region.
Australian body care brand Frank Body is expecting a sale boost from the long-awaited launch of its bestselling Glycolic Body Scrub in South East Asia.
India-based SoulTree hopes its integration of Ayurvedic principles into body care will help meet consumer demand for products that can meet wellness, luxury, natural, and eco-friendly expectations.
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Skin care companies are turning to medical aesthetic treatments as a source of inspiration to develop novel solutions to skin care concerns, says Kenvue.
Japanese beauty conglomerate Kosé Corporation has outlined new products and plans to intensify its presence in the domestic luxury beauty market after recent Decorté successes.
Australia-based skin care firm Thirsty Turtl says it is mitigating industry challenges while staying sustainable by prioritising responsible growth and developing staples that consumers will return to.
Beiersdorf’s chief executive is “optimistic” about getting China’s regulatory approval for its hero ingredient W630, which will allow it to launch a wider range of products in the lucrative market.
Taiwanese hair care firm O’right is looking to boost its presence in Singapore and Malaysia through its net zero products, as it works towards becoming a driving force in the global sustainable beauty scene.
Indian consumers are embracing diverse hair types, and seeking more personalised options and convenient formats, which underscores the potential for product innovation and sector growth.
Luxury brands can overcome heavy promotions during shopping festivals such as Singles Day with exclusive services to give consumers more bang for their buck, says Coty’s SEA e-commerce lead.
Japanese beauty brand Bioliss is set to release a new jelly-like hair oil that boasts both hair care and styling capabilities, to meet growing consumer demand for leave-in products with multiple functions.
Korean hair care brand mise-en-scène has revamped a line of shampoos to improve ease of use for consumers of different visual abilities, age and gender.
To highlight Rare Disease Day on 29th February, French cosmetics and pharmaceutical business Pierre Fabre Laboratories, shared more on its work to address rare childhood diseases, which it said affects more than 200 million children worldwide.
Nivea saw record-breaking sales in 2023, which offset the disappointing performances for La Prairie and Chantecaille. The CEO shared his action plan to boost these luxury brands.
Exclusive insights from beauty leaders L’Occitane Group, Sa Sa International, G&M Cosmetics, Pretti5 shed light on the resilient Hong Kong beauty and personal care market and reveal why it remains a key market in Asia Pacific.
While the ‘tweens in Sephora’ headlines have raised a lot of eyebrows and some deeper concerns, it’s clear that Generation Alpha has a thirst for beauty products based on science and can potentially alter the future industry landscape.
Teaology has launched in Singapore where it believes it can offer premium beauty consumers a differentiated proposition in the form of its innovative tea-infused products and certifications.
Luxury brand Molton Brown has bolstered its omnichannel capabilities and is targeting untapped markets in Asia as it moves to capitalise on emerging opportunities.
Amorepacific is set to launch its derma beauty brand Aestura in Vietnam and Thailand this year as it works to boost the brand’s international presence.
China’s beauty brands are increasingly competing with the global giants in the country’s mass segment, but the trend is not yet being seen in the prestige category, according to Coty.
Cosmocos’ functional cosmetic formulation, developed using patented raw materials and microemulsification technology, has completed and passed the review by South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS).
The recently completed transaction is a ‘strong cultural fit’ for both companies and will help Shiseido strengthen its portfolio to ‘further accelerate growth and increase profitability in the Americas region.’
Shiseido-owned prestige beauty brand Clé de Peau Beauté says it is tapping into quiet beauty trends as it moves to secure a leading position in its regional Asian markets.
Australian body care brand Sundae Body has seen tremendous demand for its novel whipped shower foams, which it believes signals the need for more innovation in bath and body care.
Japanese personal care major Kao Corporation set to push its skin protection business with the global rollout of sun care and novel innovations such as ‘next-generation’ body sheets.
Shiseido is focused on reinforcing its strength in skin care while seeking out opportunities in previously unexplored areas after sales and profits dipped in the last year.
A skin barrier expert has expressed concerns over the lack of clarification on barrier-enhancing claims in the cosmetic industry, emphasising the need for greater specificity on such a complex system.
Consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble’s (P&G) latest consumer research suggests Japanese beauty brand SK-II woes in China are temporary, leading the firm to believe it will recover in the second half.
K-beauty brand Etude has launched a new eye shadow product that allows consumers to customise their own palette, tapping into personal colour and personality test trends that have taken South Korea by storm in recent times.
High costs involved in rolling out customised in-store services could potentially put a brake on K-beauty indie brands looking to ride the personalisation trend, claims a market expert.
Europe’s eager young consumer base and relatively low K-beauty penetration represents significant growth potential for Able C&C’s flagship beauty brand, Missha, says the firm.
Chinese luxury brand Documents has all the elements in place to stake its position on the international stage but needs a partner that can help them achieve this goal.
With a focus on authenticity and strong social media presence to drive growth, celeb beauty brands are setting the stage for success in the beauty industry in 2024.
Industry body Cosmetics NZ says the cosmetics sector can expect minimal differences between New Zealand’s and the European Union’s (EU) per– and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) bans.
CJ Olive Young has collaborated with the Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK) to establish a KRW100bn (USD74.3m) fund to support the growth of small and medium-sized (SME) beauty companies.
The Korean Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM) has discovered a range of skin care benefits in marine mud gathered from the Hupo Basin in the East Sea.
Japanese cosmetics major Shiseido is set to relaunch its popular Anessa sunscreens in February with new technology it claims can automatically repair gaps that weaken ultraviolet protection.
A US-based skin care firm using ‘ethically derived’ human stem cells is targeting expansion in Asia after its Middle East move ‘exceeded expectations’.
Social media platform TikTok’s dynamic landscape is helping beauty brands discover and capitalise on microtrends while connecting with niche audiences on a global level, says one beauty manufacturer.
Unilever’s Indian subsidiary anticipates exponential growth in beauty touting its robust portfolio of brands that will include mass, premium, and prestige brands.
Shiseido’s decision to add cosmeceutical brand Dr. Dennis Gross to its portfolio could have been influenced by the increasing ‘medicalisation’ of beauty, says one analyst.