Watchdog group Consumer NZ says sunscreens should be regulated as therapeutic products after three products failed testing for the second year in a row.
We breakdown three exciting areas of research that are set to have a major impact on cosmetic product development this year, with expert analysis from industry insiders.
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Shamika Haldipurkar, the founder and CEO of D’you, about the information overload in the skin care industry and how her company is aiming to combat it.
Douyin is becoming an increasingly important channel for Chinese cosmetics firm Yatsen Holdings, which is seeing promising sales growth for brands like Perfect Diary on the video-sharing platform.
As we move into the new year, we reveal the consumer and market shifts that are going to have a major impact on the beauty and personal care industry in Asia Pacific in 2022, spanning science, hybrid beauty, waterless products, delivery innovation and...
China’s food and drug regulator has declared make-up to be unsuitable for children under the age of three and warns parents against cosmetic products that are presented as toys.
The discretionary approach to cosmetics legislation is devaluing the Australian industry and hurting both consumers and brands in the process, says industry insiders.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has shaped and accelerated consumer priorities in beauty, and self-care, skin nourishment and playful colour have gained ground as key movements industry must consider, says Avon’s global trend forecaster.
Health and beauty retailer A.S. Watson says it has taken another step forward in sustainability by co-creating a skin care brand with Procter & Gamble that aligns with its Sustainable Choices product range.
In this 2021 round-up, we list down the biggest cosmetic packaging and design stories featuring smart packaging solutions, new sustainability initiatives and more.
South Korean cosmetic products from SMEs and start-ups have chalked up the biggest growth in exports in the past decade and is now the second-largest category, according to a new report from trade chiefs.
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Mele Olivetti, the founder of Tongan beauty brand Feniu, who is on a mission to use her brand as a platform to share the heritage and culture of a tiny island nation with the world.
Yatsen Holdings, the firm behind popular make-up brand Perfect Diary, is channelling its efforts and resources into skin care, where it believes will be key to the firm's future growth.
Myanmar-born beauty brand Gabar is targeting Gen Z consumers by appealing to them with sensorial products that promote its brand of ‘mindful resistance’.
Male consumers worldwide are showing serious signs of increased interest in beauty and cosmetics, so brands must take note and invest in inclusivity efforts for this group, and beyond, says a trend expert.
Cosmeceutical company Fixderma is looking to expand the global reach of its derma beauty brand FCL with the help of Lotus Herbals, which recently acquired a 32% stake in the company.
Kao Corporation is preparing to send a waterless shampoo sheet to the International Space Station in 2022, a move that is being predicted will give waterless beauty the exposure it needs to shift long-held water habits.
French beauty company L’Oréal believes that China’s policies aimed at bridging the widening wealth gap will ultimately be a boon for the beauty industry.
The encouraging prospect of luxury beauty in South East Asia is pushing retailer escentials to embark on a regional expansion despite the impact of COVID-19.
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) will become more competitive in personal care after the carve out of its consumer health business, particularly if it invests in personalised and premium NPD, an analyst says.
Honey Girl Organics, a company that uses bee-derived products, was fast-tracked to enter China’s beauty market after winning over Alibaba in the firm’s second annual Go Global 11.11 Pitch Fest.
In the latest episode of the Beauty Broadcast, our guests from Lovebyt and Vedix explain how the oral care sector is progressing from meeting basic health needs, to becoming a beauty and lifestyle essential.
India’s Forest Essentials believes its launch with UK beauty e-tailer lookfantastic will help it to boost its international appeal as prepares to expand its footprint to the Middle East, South East Asia and the US in the next few years.
A new joint survey conducted by Japanese companies Mercari and istyle Inc has found that Japanese beauty consumers are turning to second-hand marketplaces as a means to try products before committing to a full purchase.
The Tongan-Australian founder of a skin care brand that uses Tongan coconut oil and sandalwood is on a mission to introduce T-beauty, or Tongan beauty, to a global audience.
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Dan Terry, the founder and creative director of Oo La Lab to discuss the potential of niche Asian fragrance brands in the global market and talk about the importance of scent to heritage and culture.
NFC-enabled packaging can help to minimise the environmental impact of product packaging, in addition to boosting engagement with consumers, claims a company that has recently worked with Paco Rabanne.
Hong Kong-based brand Coconut Matter is rolling out a new compostable paper tube for its natural deodorants on its quest to become a circular enterprise.
South Korean conglomerate LG Household & Health Care has reported a 2.9% dip in sales triggered by the logistics crisis brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hindustan Unilever has teased an “aggressive plan” with more new innovations in from its premium beauty portfolio, which consist of brands such as Simple, Love Beauty and Planet and Baby Dove.
International beauty major L’Oréal has launched a fragrance disclosure model designed to inform consumers of ingredients used across its entire global portfolio of brands and products, kickstarting with a US rollout.
Chinese video-sharing platform Bilibili is steadily becoming a key marketing channel for beauty brands targeting Gen Z consumers as beauty-centric content grows on the platform.
Personal care giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) has reported a net sales rise for the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2022, though profits suffered due to a challenging cost environment – an ongoing issue it plans to overcome with price hikes.
Emma Lewisham has laid out targets to reduce its product carbon footprint as “close to zero as possible” by 2030 after achieving its goal of becoming a carbon positive beauty brand with a 100% circular designed business model.
The CEO of New Delhi-based beauty brand Earth Rhythm joins the Indie Pioneers Podcasts to discuss her passion for NPD, the brand’s innovation process and talks about why she takes an active role in the creation of products.
India’s newly-formed digital cosmetics outfit Good Glamm Group is planning to acquire four to six more digitally-led beauty brands after receiving an infusion of funding.
Knowledge of the Gen Z and millennial consumer combined with a burgeoning global reputation are two of the reasons Korean major Amorepacific has taken a 38.4% stake in cult K-beauty brand COSRX, as it looks to expand its own footprint overseas.
The next two years will see five cohorts of beauty consumers take centre stage - skinimalists, refillutionaries, beautopians, super basics and skillusionists - drawing a sharper focus on core desires around frugality, sustainability, gender fluidity and...
Japanese beauty major Shiseido is throwing its full weight behind skin care with its CEO believing there are “emerging segments” that it can capitalise on in the next few years.
Beauty and personal care giant L’Oréal says that it is committed to plans to scale and expand on its sustainable e-commerce delivery initiatives it has launched in the Asia Pacific region, with Indonesia and the Philippines next in its sights.
As beauty edges out of the COVID-19 pandemic, brands and retailers must take the opportunity to reset and recreate an industry that is more ethical, inclusive and sustainable, says a WGSN exec.
On this episode of the Beauty Broadcast, we are exploring how the changing perception of ageing is pushing cosmetic companies such as Shiseido and Native Extracts to rethink the ‘anti-ageing’ skin care category entirely.
![LG Household & Health Care is set to expand and strengthen its position in the North American beauty market in 2022. [LG H&H]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/lg-household-health-care-will-expand-north-american-business-in-2022/13137955-1-eng-GB/LG-Household-Health-Care-will-expand-North-American-business-in-2022.jpg)
![Consumer NZ urge government to regulate sunscreen as therapeutic products. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/regulation-safety/sunscreen-regulation-nz-consumer-nz-calls-for-sunscreens-to-be-regulated-as-therapeutic-products/13098904-1-eng-GB/Sunscreen-regulation-NZ-Consumer-NZ-calls-for-sunscreens-to-be-regulated-as-therapeutic-products.jpg)
![Three exciting areas of research that are set to have a major impact on cosmetic product development. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/formulation-science/cosmetic-innovation-2022-three-exciting-areas-of-research-set-to-shape-beauty-and-personal-care/13103685-1-eng-GB/Cosmetic-innovation-2022-Three-exciting-areas-of-research-set-to-shape-beauty-and-personal-care.jpg)
![Centella asiatica, or cica, was the top keyword of the year in Japan, says @cosme. [VT Cosmetics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/japan-beauty-trends-2021-cica-beauty-from-within-osmanthus-among-the-top-trending-keywords/13098955-1-eng-GB/Japan-beauty-trends-2021-Cica-beauty-from-within-Osmanthus-among-the-top-trending-keywords.png)
![Douyin is becoming an increasingly important channel for Chinese cosmetics firm Yatsen Holdings. [Yatsen Holdings / Perfect Diary]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2022/01/05/yatsen-sees-douyin-channel-as-very-important-factor-for-brand-growth/13063976-1-eng-GB/Yatsen-sees-Douyin-channel-as-very-important-factor-for-brand-growth.jpg)
![Industry insiders on the latest regulatory issues that will affect the cosmetics industry in APAC this year. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/regulation-safety/need-to-know-the-major-cosmetics-regulatory-issues-on-the-agenda-for-apac-in-2022/13098855-1-eng-GB/Need-to-know-The-major-cosmetics-regulatory-issues-on-the-agenda-for-APAC-in-2022.jpg)
![We reveal the consumer and market shifts that are going to have a major impact on the beauty and personal care industry in Asia Pacific in 2022. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/revealed-five-key-beauty-and-personal-care-trends-set-to-shape-the-industry-in-2022/13040962-1-eng-GB/Revealed-Five-key-beauty-and-personal-care-trends-set-to-shape-the-industry-in-2022.jpg)
![A round-up our biggest trends stories from past year. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/12/22/top-of-the-trends-top-10-most-read-stories-on-the-biggest-beauty-trends-of-2021/13064529-1-eng-GB/Top-of-the-trends-Top-10-most-read-stories-on-the-biggest-beauty-trends-of-2021.jpg)
![China's NMPA emphasise that make-up is unsuitable for children under three. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/regulation-safety/china-children-s-cosmetics-regulators-emphasise-that-make-up-is-unsuitable-for-children-under-three/13103591-1-eng-GB/China-children-s-cosmetics-Regulators-emphasise-that-make-up-is-unsuitable-for-children-under-three.jpg)
![Australia's lack of cosmetic legislation ‘devaluing’ its cosmetics industry, says experts. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/regulation-safety/australia-s-lack-of-cosmetic-legislation-devaluing-its-cosmetics-industry-says-experts/13091366-1-eng-GB/Australia-s-lack-of-cosmetic-legislation-devaluing-its-cosmetics-industry-says-experts.jpg)
![The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated many mass beauty movements, including the increased focus on self-care, skin health and joy in colour cosmetics [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/12/15/avon-global-trends-highlight-beauty-as-therapy-skin-health-and-return-of-colour-key-for-2022-and-beyond/13096701-1-eng-GB/Avon-global-trends-highlight-beauty-as-therapy-skin-health-and-return-of-colour-key-for-2022-and-beyond.jpg)
![A.S. Watson co-created a skin care brand with Procter & Gamble that aligns with its Sustainable Choices product range.[A.S. Watson / P&G]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/a.s.-watson-sees-p-g-collaboration-as-opportunity-to-expand-sustainable-beauty-offerings/13091000-1-eng-GB/A.S.-Watson-sees-P-G-collaboration-as-opportunity-to-expand-sustainable-beauty-offerings.jpg)
![The biggest cosmetic packaging and design stories. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/packaging-spotlight-top-10-most-read-stories-on-cosmetic-packaging-and-design-in-2021/13090665-1-eng-GB/Packaging-spotlight-Top-10-most-read-stories-on-cosmetic-packaging-and-design-in-2021.jpg)
![The biggest stories of the year featuring cosmetics suppliers. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/top-of-the-chain-top-10-most-read-stories-on-beauty-and-personal-care-suppliers-of-2021/13086424-1-eng-GB/Top-of-the-chain-Top-10-most-read-stories-on-beauty-and-personal-care-suppliers-of-2021.jpg)
![K-beauty SMEs and start-ups have chalked up the biggest growth in exports in the past decade. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/k-beauty-smes-showed-highest-export-growth-in-past-10-years/13086375-1-eng-GB/K-beauty-SMEs-showed-highest-export-growth-in-past-10-years.jpg)
![Yatsen channelling its efforts and resources into skin care, where it believes will be key to the firm's future growth. [Yatsen Holdings / Perfect Diary]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/yatsen-holdings-refocusing-efforts-on-skin-care-as-make-up-wanes/13064025-1-eng-GB/Yatsen-Holdings-refocusing-efforts-on-skin-care-as-make-up-wanes.jpg)
![Gabar is targeting Gen Z consumers by appealing to them with sensorial products. [Gabar]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/myanmar-born-beauty-brand-gabar-is-targeting-gen-z-consumers-with-mindful-beauty-products/13034776-1-eng-GB/Myanmar-born-beauty-brand-Gabar-is-targeting-Gen-Z-consumers-with-mindful-beauty-products.jpg)
![KATE is facing supply issues as demand for its bestselling mask-friendly lipstick, Lip Monster, soars. [Kao Corp / KATE]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/kate-struggling-to-keep-bestselling-mask-friendly-lipstick-in-stock-as-demand-swells/13064221-1-eng-GB/KATE-struggling-to-keep-bestselling-mask-friendly-lipstick-in-stock-as-demand-swells.png)
![Interest and monthly purchases of beauty and cosmetic products amongst men has risen over the past three years, peaking in early 2020 during COVID-19 lockdowns [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/12/02/men-s-grooming-booms-and-inclusive-beauty-needs-soar-says-gwi/13061422-1-eng-GB/Men-s-grooming-booms-and-inclusive-beauty-needs-soar-says-GWI.jpg)
![Fixderma is looking to expand the global reach of its derma beauty brand FCL with the help of Lotus Herbals. [Fixderma / FCL]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/fixderma-sets-sights-on-global-expansion-following-lotus-herbals-investment/12979493-1-eng-GB/Fixderma-sets-sights-on-global-expansion-following-Lotus-Herbals-investment.jpg)
![Kao is preparing to send a waterless shampoo sheet to the International Space Station in 2022. [Kao Corp]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/kao-s-space-shampoo-will-start-much-needed-water-smart-conversations/13046883-1-eng-GB/Kao-s-space-shampoo-will-start-much-needed-water-smart-conversations.jpg)
![L’Oréal believes that China’s policies aimed at bridging the widening wealth gap will ultimately be a boon for the beauty industry. [L'Oréal]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/china-s-common-prosperity-drive-will-be-positive-for-beauty-l-oreal-ceo/13010920-1-eng-GB/China-s-common-prosperity-drive-will-be-positive-for-beauty-L-Oreal-CEO.jpg)
![The encouraging prospect of luxury beauty in South East Asia is pushing retailer escentials to embark on a regional expansion despite the impact of COVID-19. [LUXASIA / escentials]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/escentials-ramping-up-sea-expansion-despite-difficult-times/13027491-1-eng-GB/escentials-ramping-up-SEA-expansion-despite-difficult-times.jpg)
![Johnson & Johnson's decision to spin-off its consumer health unit will create space for dedicated R&D investment in personal care, benefitting consumers [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/11/22/johnson-johnson-consumer-health-company-to-become-premium-competitive-business-says-globaldata/13032125-1-eng-GB/Johnson-Johnson-Consumer-Health-Company-to-become-premium-competitive-business-says-GlobalData.jpg)
![Honey Girl Organics was fast-tracked to enter China’s beauty market via Alibaba's Tmall. [Honey Girl Organics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/us-based-honey-girl-debuts-in-china-after-winning-over-alibaba/13027341-1-eng-GB/US-based-Honey-Girl-debuts-in-China-after-winning-over-Alibaba.jpg)
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![Feniu on a mission to introduce T-beauty to a global audience. [Feniu]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/tongan-beauty-feniu-aiming-to-elevate-t-beauty-rituals-to-the-world-stage/12952355-1-eng-GB/Tongan-beauty-Feniu-aiming-to-elevate-T-beauty-rituals-to-the-world-stage.jpg)
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![NFC-enabled packaging can help to minimise the environmental impact of product packaging. [Paco Rabanne]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/11/04/how-nfc-enabled-packaging-can-help-beauty-brands-aid-the-environment-as-well-as-drive-engagement/12913245-1-eng-GB/How-NFC-enabled-packaging-can-help-beauty-brands-aid-the-environment-as-well-as-drive-engagement.jpg)
![Coconut Matter is rolling out a new compostable paper tube for its natural deodorants. [Coconut Matter]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/11/04/coconut-matter-takes-first-steps-to-achieve-circularity-with-new-compostable-paper-deodorant-tube/12886749-1-eng-GB/Coconut-Matter-takes-first-steps-to-achieve-circularity-with-new-compostable-paper-deodorant-tube.jpg)
![LG H&H has reported a 2.9% dip in sales triggered by the logistics crisis. [LG H&H / Sulwhasoo]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/11/02/lg-h-h-s-latest-q3-sales-dip-a-consequence-of-intensified-logistics-crisis/12971241-3-eng-GB/LG-H-H-s-latest-Q3-sales-dip-a-consequence-of-intensified-logistics-crisis.jpg)
![HUL planning launch of new innovations in from its premium beauty portfolio. [HUL / Love Beauty and Planet]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/hul-ramping-up-innovation-intensity-with-premium-brands-simple-love-beauty-and-planet/12966672-1-eng-GB/HUL-ramping-up-innovation-intensity-with-premium-brands-Simple-Love-Beauty-and-Planet.jpg)
![L'Oréal has worked collaboratively with four of its suppliers - Firmenich, Givaudan, IFF and Mane - to develop the voluntary fragrance disclosure model which will progressively inform consumers of fragrance ingredients used across the company's entire global brand portfolio [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/10/29/l-oreal-launches-fragrance-disclosure-model-to-increased-ingredient-transparency/12969164-1-eng-GB/L-Oreal-launches-fragrance-disclosure-model-to-increased-ingredient-transparency.jpg)
![Bilibili is steadily becoming a key marketing channel for beauty brands targeting Gen Z. [Bilibili]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/10/27/why-bilibili-is-becoming-key-marketing-channel-for-beauty-brands-targeting-china-s-gen-z/12960963-1-eng-GB/Why-Bilibili-is-becoming-key-marketing-channel-for-beauty-brands-targeting-China-s-Gen-Z.png)
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![Emma Lewisham lays out targets to reduce its product carbon footprint as “close to zero as possible” by 2030. [Emma Lewisham]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/10/11/emma-lewisham-aiming-to-cut-product-carbon-footprint-close-to-zero-by-2030/12891894-1-eng-GB/Emma-Lewisham-aiming-to-cut-product-carbon-footprint-close-to-zero-by-2030.jpg)
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