Dyson’s first wet-to-dry straightener has been designed to overcome problems of traditional heat-based devices, and resolve consumer pain points such as styling time, says the global tech firm.
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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.
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.
The NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, designed to recognise the brightest and best ingredients, products and initiatives, are back for 2024, with entries open from today.
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.
Luxury brand Molton Brown has bolstered its omnichannel capabilities and is targeting untapped markets in Asia as it moves to capitalise on emerging opportunities.
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.
We dive into our most-read stories on formulation and science, featuring research on rubber seed extract, umbilical cord stem cells, modified hyaluronic acid, and more.
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.
Smart packaging technologies are increasingly being adopted in the beauty industry, as an approach to combat counterfeiting, personalise consumer experience, and enhance brand value, says Meiyume.
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.
In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we’re featuring insights into Shiseido’s acquisition of Dr. Dennis Gross, Laneige’s inclusivity push, new fragrance formats and more.
Amorepacific’s latest full-year results show that growth across multiple markets including the US were not enough to offset the slump in China, leaving its overseas business unit in the red
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.
Beauty brands are being urged to overhaul their sustainability strategies beyond the linear lifecycle of packaging in order to meet consumer expectations and regulatory demands.
A US-based skin care firm using ‘ethically derived’ human stem cells is targeting expansion in Asia after its Middle East move ‘exceeded expectations’.
Several Korean indie beauty brands recently announced their overseas expansion activities, with collaboration with distributors and entry into new high-potential markets being their key strategies.
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.
What we currently know about the vaginal microbiome only highlights that the beauty and personal care industry has barely scratched the surface of what women really need from feminine care products.
Top executives from industry leaders L’Oréal, Coty, Kenvue, Unilever, and more are set to share exclusive insights into the future of the beauty industry at CosmeticDesign’s brand-new digital summit taking place end-January. Register now to secure your...
The founder of a beauty brand and former research consultant in the diamond industry says both sectors share striking similarities and can mutually benefit by exchanging insights in areas such as consumer transparency.
A Chinese study analysing global data shed light on the prevalence rates of mental health disorders among individuals with atopic dermatitis (AD), emphasising the need for holistic approaches to patient care.
Global tech company Dyson has pumped investment to fuel the development of its beauty portfolio over the next four years, in an effort to solve unmet consumer needs.
Industry leaders from Coty, Kenvue, and Maison 21G, and more are set to share exclusive insights into the future of Asia Pacific’s beauty industry at CosmeticDesign’s brand-new digital summit taking place end-January.
LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H)’s beauty tech brand Imprintu hopes its recently opened Thailand store will act as a springboard for wider South East Asia expansion, while looking to make headway into North America with its participation in...
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 2024
Here we dissect the regulatory challenges set to shape the year ahead that will affect the Asia Pacific cosmetic industry, with expert insights from leading industry insiders.
We speak to leading beauty and personal care insiders from Dow, Givaudan, and Carbonwave, to glean insights into the markets and segments they are tipping for growth in 2024.
Check out our series of in-depth cosmetic features on the key markets, categories and consumer segments. Just in case you missed it, we’ve collated the whole series all in one place.
Check out this round up of our biggest stories on makeup this year, featuring advancements from brands such as Shiseido, L’Oréal, Hourglass, Kosé, and more.
Here we round up of our biggest stories on fragrance this year, featuring news on luxury niche perfume space, upcycled fine fragrance ingredients, and more trends in the burgeoning APAC fragrance space.
In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we’re featuring insight into intense Singles’ Day competition, clean fragrances, Gen Z makeup trends, and more.
Oral care brand Piuma Care is seeking opportunities to redefine the oral care landscape by combining science and design with its active bristle technology.
Check out this round-up of our biggest stories on skin care this year, featuring advancements from brands such as SK-II, Pond’s, Amorepacific, Dr. Ci:Labo and more.
TikTok-favourite makeup brand Moira Beauty is looking to extend its presence in Asia to meet the makeup demands of Asia’s Generation Z beauty consumers.
Swiss-Dutch multinational DSM-Firmenich believes its latest merger holds the potential to cultivate more impactful and emotionally resonant solutions for consumers in the cosmetic industry.