East Asia

Trending in Japan: Skin care and microbiome interest soaring amid COVID-19

16-Dec-2020 By Amanda Lim

Beauty trends in Japan are shifting in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, with accelerated interest in skin care and skin microbiome especially, according to the annual @cosme Best Cosmetics Awards.

Next stop China? CHAUL by Beiersdorf targets regional expansion for new K-beauty brand

08-Dec-2020 By Amanda Lim

Beiersdorf says it is hopeful of Asia-wide success for its new skin care brand, which was developed specifically to address ‘high beauty standards’ of South Korean consumers, with China a particular target.

Mask impact: Amorepacific research demonstrates how skin is affected by long-term use of protective face masks

07-Dec-2020 By Amanda Lim

Amorepacific has illustrated how wearing a protective face mask can adversely affect the skin – in what is believed to be a first-of-a-kind study on non-healthcare workers.

Beauty counselling: Kao pilots skin analysis service based on its non-invasive RNA monitoring tech

02-Dec-2020 By Amanda Lim

Kao Corporation has piloted a beauty counselling service in Japan based on the ribonucleic acid (RNA) monitoring technology it developed last year.

Second skin: Kao study shows fine fibre tech ability to enhance make-up pigmentation coverage

26-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

Kao Corporation has conducted new research into fine fibre technology and its ability to tackle the ‘serious’ consumer concern for pigmentation spot coverage.

Expanding visibility: Rituals sees China expansion as key to boosting wider-Asia awareness

24-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

Amsterdam-based Rituals Cosmetics has aimed to expand its brand awareness in China, which it has identified as a major growth driver to support the brand’s growth plans in the Asia Pacific region.

‘Skintellectual’ and multi-purpose beauty among four key personal care trends in China – Azelis

24-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

Ingredient innovation and multipurpose products for a minimalist beauty regime are among the top four key trends for success in China’s personal care market.

China ‘super-target’ for Solvay as researchers uncover new solution to protect hair during chemical treatments

24-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

Solvay has discovered that its split-end repair active can protect hair from the damaging effects of chemical treatments – with the firm identifying China as a ‘super target’ for hair repair products.

Eliminate dryness: Japan’s sensitive skin care MediQOL safe and effective for dry skin

19-Nov-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

Four weeks of using MediQOL, a Japanese skin care line for sensitive skin, was found to alleviate dryness, redness, and itchiness on the face and body in subjects with dry skin, according to a recent study.

Spot of bother: Pola Chemicals research studies why pigmentation most likely to form on cheeks

12-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

New research by Japanese firm Pola Chemicals Industries clarifies why pigmentation spots are most likely to appear on the cheek, compared to other areas on the face.

Circular society: Kao to further research into marine plastic recycling through agreement with Wakayama City

11-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

Kao Corporation has entered a cooperation agreement with Wakayama City to promote the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and research into the processing and recycling of marine plastic.

K-beauty personalisation laws: MFDS brings into force rules for customised cosmetics retailers

10-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

South Korea’s Ministry of Food & Drug Safety (MFDS) has enforced regulations stipulating the rules and requirements for customised cosmetics.

Just mix it: Pola Chemicals develops new emulsifier to tap into rising DIY beauty trend

10-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

Japanese firm Pola Chemicals Industries has developed M-Polymer, a new emulsifier that it claims will make it easier for consumers to enjoy do-it-yourself (DIY) cosmetic products.

Colourless and odourless: Forestwise aims to tap on demand for sustainable ingredients in Japan, South Korea with refined Illipe butter

09-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

Dutch supplier Forestwise has developed an odourless and colourless version of Illipe butter that it believes will be in high demand among Asian cosmetic companies seeking out sustainable and ethically sourced natural ingredients.

Fragrances success in Asia for Estée Lauder fails to sweeten global profits slump for category

09-Nov-2020 By Amanda Lim

The Estée Lauder Companies is seeing positive signs of recovery in its fragrance division in Asia Pacific, but the gains failed to offset the global profits slump across the division.