Independent fragrance label Scent by SIX – set up by an ex-Givaudan exec – has launched a new scent collection to promote better sleep that contains scent technology developed by Takasago.
Swiss luxury skincare brand La Prairie has launched its first standalone flagship store in South East Asia, which it believes will help the brand to meet the increasing demand for a more personalised experience for its high-end clientele.
Pandemic-born bespoke beauty start-up Lips Carpenter aims to tap into the interest in clean and sustainable products to drive growth after relying on the personalised gifting market to sustain itself during COVID-19.
Beauty giant L’Oréal has observed that consumers that join its brand loyalty programme on e-commerce platform Shopee have spent 2.4 times more than non-members.
South Korean male beauty brand Tieso is turning to live commerce to help it make headway into the difficult Singapore market as the retail environment remains uncertain in the face of COVID-19.
The Body Shop has begun rolling out in-store refill services in Singapore where it believes the reuse and refill habit will become mainstream among beauty consumers.
Singapore-headquartered luxury fragrance house Maison 21G is rapidly expanding its international footprint in markets in Asia and the Middle East, and has its sights set on entering China in 2022.
UK luxury brand ELEMIS is making another ‘digital-first’ debut into Singapore and Malaysia as it builds up its omnichannel retail strategy to pursue its goal of becoming the top British premium skin care brand in the world.
South Korean marine beauty brand TARA has recently made its official South East Asian debut in Singapore and plans to tackle Thailand and Vietnam next to expand its SEA footprint.
A soon-to-be-launched natural clean beauty brand, Founders Beauty, is aiming to develop a platform that will help consumers make more informed decisions when it comes to skin care.
Singapore-based Derma Lab has developed a retinol serum to target those with sensitive skin on the back of growing consumer awareness for the potent and effective vitamin A ingredient.
Researchers in Malaysia have formulated a cream containing Piper betle L. extract which has shown to reduce melanin content, lighten skin tone, and improve skin elasticity among human subjects.
A study claims that changing consumer attitudes towards the environment and a strong green marketing mix have raised purchase interest in Unilever’s Love, Beauty and Planet among Indonesian.
Singapore-based Dr. TWL Biomaterials develops an eczema-friendly, multi-way dress made with a hypoallergenic, breathable, anti-microbial biofunctional textile.
Singapore-based nail care company Nail Deck is expecting to see higher demand for at-home use nail polish products after witnessing a boom in demand last year due to the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Lazada expects demand for luxury skin care brands such as Estée Lauder, SK-II, and Sulwhasoo to continue on an upward trend, even as the COVID-19 pandemic eases.
A fourth-generation perfumer with global ambitions has made it his life mission to introduce the modern consumer to his family’s legacy of traditional Thai perfumery through his contemporary brand.
International beauty giant L’Oréal has kicked off green deliveries in Singapore with sustainable packaging and an electric delivery fleet with aims to improve its carbon footprint.
The COVID-19 pandemic is driving independent Singaporean perfumery, Sifr Aromatics, to digitise its business with an e-commerce platform and an online-based bespoke perfumery service that it aims to launch this year.
Singapore-based Liht Organics has struck a royal partnership that it believes will help accelerate plans to reach its goal of becoming a billion-dollar brand in five years.
Health and beauty emerged as one of the top three categories on Shopee’s 4.4 Mega Shopping Day with products like face masks performing well while premium brands saw strong uptick in demand.
The drive to increase its sustainability standards is pushing Singapore-based skin care brand Sigi Skin to rethink the formulation, packaging and the overall product portfolio of the brand.
Singapore-based beauty start-up Sage & Ylang is set to launch its first customisable microbiome beauty essence developed especially for sensitive skin, which was developed alongside a government science and research agency.
Singapore-based sensitive skin brand Suu Balm has launched an upgraded version of its best-selling Rapid Itch Relief Moisturiser that contains five moisturising ceramides and a plant-derived humectant to improve hydration efficacy.
Unilever, which owns brands such as Lifebuoy, Lux, Dove, Vaseline and Sunsilk have committed to eliminate the word ‘normal’ from its packaging and advertising, as well as drive campaigns for gender inclusivity in line with its Positive Beauty vision.
Singapore dermatological beauty brand IDS Skincare believes practitioner-endorsed and scientifically validated skin care solutions have the potential to rival ‘feel good’ products as consumers increasingly demand greater evidence and efficacy.
Singapore-based low-waste beauty brand Oasis Skincare will be launching a delivery option with bicycle couriers for customers within a two- or three-kilometre radius in an attempt to reduce its carbon impact.
Skin care brand Bio-essence is eyeing opportunities for products catering to sensitive skin and pandemic-related concerns like ‘maskne’, which it believes will continue driving the market.
Singapore firm Anake has launched a DNA-based skin care service in what it states is a bid to empower consumers with the ability to make more informed purchase decisions in a COVID-19 dominated world.
Taiwanese beauty company CHLITINA is focusing on strengthening its network in the Vietnam market for the next three years to capitalise on its advancing beauty scene.
Philippine-based personal care company Read The Label, best known for its baby personal care products, is looking to expand its business by developing specialised products for all members of the family.
Singapore-based firm Capsule Pharma has launched a new dermatological skin care brand to tackle sensitive skin issues which have risen in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Singapore brand Porcelain says it wants to play its role in beating toxic beauty standards and unrealistic ideals, with a revamped skin care range inspired by traditional Japanese pottery skills.
Singapore-based edible beauty start-up is banking the Asian consumer’s fondness of milk tea to help them overcome the hurdles of adopting beauty supplements into their daily repertoire.
An eczema serum developed by a Singapore-based start-up claims that its exclusive marine stem cell technology is able to repair the damage of eczema in as little as a week.
Australia-based prescriptive skin care brand Qr8 MediSkin is hoping to serve South East Asian region with its ‘one-of-a-kind’ treatment plan featuring telehealth and 3D imagery diagnosis.
Asia E-commerce platform Shopee is aiming to boost its premium beauty offering, with K-beauty brands a particular target, after data showed the category’s rise was showing no signs of slowing.
In this episode of Indie Pioneers we discuss the importance of consumer education to tackle misinformation and confusion, including the debate around natural versus synthetic ingredients, with the founder of Fawn & Co.
The unmet hair care needs of hijab-wearing Muslim women is creating huge opportunities for players to develop products that specifically target covered hair.
Manila-based skin care brand Native Biologique is eyeing huge opportunities in the Philippines skin care market, which it believes is poised for rapid growth.
Japanese health and beauty retailer Welcia-BHG Singapore is focusing on increasing its percentage of Japan-made offerings to differentiate itself from competitors and drive growth of its business.
Māori-owned ingredient maker Organic Bioactives is focusing on expanding its reach in Asia with the establishment of a Singapore office and a new product pipeline after winning the top prize in L'Oréal’s start-up competition.
A newly launched skin care retailer based in Singapore is placing emphasis on curation and personalisation to help it stand out in the crowded e-commerce space.
Singaporean company Reuuse believes its reconstituted format is the ideal solution to provide consumers sustainable hand soap products at an affordable price point.
Singapore-based skin care brand Recherché has launched its first range of edible skin care and plans to expand the line further to tap into the growing consumer interest in ingestible beauty products.
Professional hair care brand K18 has recently launched in Singapore where it hopes to help hair salons affected by COVID-19 increase profitability with its hair treatments that work in just four minutes.
Singapore-based sensitive skin brand Two Halves is ready to shake off the COVID-19 impact with new products and a renewed focus on building brand awareness and online distribution in the new year.
![Scent by SIX launches a new scent collection to promote better sleep. [Scent by SIX]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/09/17/scent-by-six-unveils-new-collection-to-promote-better-sleep2/12817490-1-eng-GB/Scent-by-SIX-unveils-new-collection-to-promote-better-sleep.jpg)
![La Prairie has launched its first standalone flagship store in Singapore and SEA. [La Prairie]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/la-prairie-to-offer-more-personalised-experiences-with-first-standalone-flagship-in-sea/12795254-1-eng-GB/La-Prairie-to-offer-more-personalised-experiences-with-first-standalone-flagship-in-SEA.jpg)
![Lips Carpenter aims to tap into the interest in clean and sustainable products to drive growth. [Lips Carpenter]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/lips-carpenter-zeroing-in-on-clean-and-sustainable-beauty-trend-to-drive-growth/12733806-1-eng-GB/Lips-Carpenter-zeroing-in-on-clean-and-sustainable-beauty-trend-to-drive-growth.jpg)
![ONLYSKIN develops a wash-on sunscreen. [ONLYSKIN]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/onlyskin-launches-cleanser-sunscreen-hybrid-to-boost-consumer-convenience/12689437-1-eng-GB/ONLYSKIN-launches-cleanser-sunscreen-hybrid-to-boost-consumer-convenience.jpg)
![L’Oréal reaps benefits of Shopee brand membership programme. [L'Oréal / IT Cosmetics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/l-oreal-says-shopee-brand-membership-programme-spurs-members-to-spend-more/12674530-1-eng-GB/L-Oreal-says-Shopee-brand-membership-programme-spurs-members-to-spend-more.jpg)
![Tieso is turning to live commerce to help it make headway into the difficult Singapore market. [Tieso]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/07/14/men-s-k-beauty-brand-tieso-betting-on-live-commerce-to-help-penetrate-tough-singapore-market/12606214-1-eng-GB/Men-s-K-beauty-brand-Tieso-betting-on-live-commerce-to-help-penetrate-tough-Singapore-market.png)
![The Body Shop has begun rolling out in-store refill services in Singapore. [The Body Shop]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/packaging-design/the-body-shop-believes-reuse-and-refill-habit-will-definitely-become-mainstream-in-singapore/12632449-1-eng-GB/The-Body-Shop-believes-reuse-and-refill-habit-will-definitely-become-mainstream-in-Singapore.jpg)
![Maison 21G is rapidly expanding its international footprint. [Maison 21G]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/maison-21g-accelerates-global-expansion-targets-china-in-2022/12606054-1-eng-GB/Maison-21G-accelerates-global-expansion-targets-China-in-2022.jpg)
![ELEMIS is making another ‘digital-first’ debut into Singapore and Malaysia as it builds up its omnichannel retail strategy. [ELEMIS]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/british-luxury-brand-elemis-bets-on-omnichannel-strategy-to-secure-bright-future-in-apac/12577239-1-eng-GB/British-luxury-brand-ELEMIS-bets-on-omnichannel-strategy-to-secure-bright-future-in-APAC.jpg)
![TARA has recently made its official South East Asian debut in Singapore. [TARA]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/k-beauty-brand-tara-debuts-in-singapore-eyes-thailand-and-vietnam-next/12559787-1-eng-GB/K-beauty-brand-TARA-debuts-in-Singapore-eyes-Thailand-and-Vietnam-next.jpg)
![Founders Beauty is aiming to develop a platform that will help consumers make more informed decisions when it comes to skin care. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/upcoming-brand-founders-beauty-prioritises-education-led-approach-for-skin-care/12521936-1-eng-GB/Upcoming-brand-Founders-Beauty-prioritises-education-led-approach-for-skin-care.jpg)
![Derma Lab has developed a retinol serum to target those with sensitive skin. [Derma Lab]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/potency-without-irritation-derma-lab-launches-sensitive-skin-friendly-retinol-serum/12560239-1-eng-GB/Potency-without-irritation-Derma-Lab-launches-sensitive-skin-friendly-retinol-serum.jpg)
![Rainforest is looking to acquire online direct-to-consumer personal care brands from Asia Pacific. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/rainforest-eyes-opportunities-in-acquiring-apac-e-commerce-personal-care-brands/12504067-1-eng-GB/Rainforest-eyes-opportunities-in-acquiring-APAC-e-commerce-personal-care-brands.jpg)
![A study claims that changing consumer attitudes towards the environment and a strong green marketing mix have raised purchase interest in green beauty. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/indonesian-interest-in-love-beauty-and-planet-spurred-by-changing-attitudes-and-green-marketing/12504218-1-eng-GB/Indonesian-interest-in-Love-Beauty-and-Planet-spurred-by-changing-attitudes-and-green-marketing.jpg)
![Dr. TWL Biomaterials develops eczema-friendly garments made with a hypoallergenic, breathable, anti-microbial biofunctional textile. [Dr. TWL Dermaceuticals]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/dr.-twl-biomaterials-develops-eczema-friendly-garments-made-with-a-hypoallergenic-breathable-anti-microbial-biofunctional-textile/12411089-1-eng-GB/Dr.-TWL-Biomaterials-develops-eczema-friendly-garments-made-with-a-hypoallergenic-breathable-anti-microbial-biofunctional-textile.png)
![Nail Deck is expecting to see higher demand for at-home use nail polish products after pandemic. [Nail Deck]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/nail-deck-expects-higher-trajectory-of-growth-for-home-manicures-spurred-by-covid-19/12459678-1-eng-GB/Nail-Deck-expects-higher-trajectory-of-growth-for-home-manicures-spurred-by-COVID-19.png)
![Lazada expects demand for luxury skin care brands to rise. [Lancôme]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/high-end-skin-care-brands-domination-expected-to-continue-post-pandemic-lazada/12428764-1-eng-GB/High-end-skin-care-brands-domination-expected-to-continue-post-pandemic-Lazada.jpg)
![Nutt Wesshasartar is a fourth-generation perfumer whose family founded a traditional Thai perfume with a royal history. [Siam 1928]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/siam-1928-fourth-generation-thai-perfumer-aims-to-introduce-family-legacy-to-a-global-audience/12423052-1-eng-GB/Siam-1928-Fourth-generation-Thai-perfumer-aims-to-introduce-family-legacy-to-a-global-audience.jpg)
![L’Oréal has kicked off green deliveries in Singapore with sustainable packaging and an electric delivery fleet. [L’Oréal Singapore]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/05/04/l-oreal-aims-for-greener-deliveries-in-singapore-with-latest-sustainability-push/12391328-1-eng-GB/L-Oreal-aims-for-greener-deliveries-in-Singapore-with-latest-sustainability-push.jpg)
![Sifr Aromatics aims to digitise its business in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. [Sifr Aromatics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/covid-19-pushes-indie-singaporean-perfumery-to-face-its-future-in-a-digital-world/12380292-1-eng-GB/COVID-19-pushes-indie-Singaporean-perfumery-to-face-its-future-in-a-digital-world.jpg)
![Liht Organics strikes lucrative royal partnership with the Royal Family of Bahrain. [Liht Organics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/04/28/royal-partnership-brings-singapore-s-liht-organics-closer-towards-goal-of-becoming-a-billion-dollar-brand/12371133-1-eng-GB/Royal-partnership-brings-Singapore-s-Liht-Organics-closer-towards-goal-of-becoming-a-billion-dollar-brand.png)
![Health and beauty emerged as one of the top three categories on Shopee’s 4.4 Mega Shopping Day. [GettyImages]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/shopee-4.4-facial-masks-and-premium-brands-dominates-platform-s-first-mega-festival-of-the-year/12380241-1-eng-GB/Shopee-4.4-Facial-masks-and-premium-brands-dominates-platform-s-first-mega-festival-of-the-year.jpg)
![Sigi Skin to rethink the sustainability of formulation, packaging and the overall product portfolio of the brand. [Sigi Skin]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/04/22/sigi-skin-on-how-the-need-to-raise-its-sustainability-standards-will-impact-future-product-development/12380190-1-eng-GB/Sigi-Skin-on-how-the-need-to-raise-its-sustainability-standards-will-impact-future-product-development.jpg)
![Suu Balm has launched an upgraded version of its best-selling moisturiser. [Suu Balm]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/04/20/suu-balm-upgrades-best-selling-moisturiser-with-more-ceramides-to-boost-power/12370981-3-eng-GB/Suu-Balm-upgrades-best-selling-moisturiser-with-more-ceramides-to-boost-power.png)
![Oasis Skincare will be launching a delivery option with bicycle couriers for customers in an attempt to reduce its carbon impact. [Oasis Skincare]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/04/16/low-waste-beauty-brand-oasis-to-pilot-zero-carbon-delivery-option/12339216-1-eng-GB/Low-waste-beauty-brand-Oasis-to-pilot-zero-carbon-delivery-option.jpg)
![Bio-essence is eyeing opportunities for products catering to sensitive skin and pandemic-related concerns like ‘maskne'. [Bio-essence]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/04/14/bio-essence-targets-opportunities-by-solving-covid-related-skin-care-problems/12332048-1-eng-GB/Bio-essence-targets-opportunities-by-solving-COVID-related-skin-care-problems.jpg)
![Anake has launched a DNA-based skin care service in what it states is a bid to empower consumers with the ability to make more informed purchase decisions. [Anake]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/anake-aims-to-empower-consumers-to-make-more-accurate-skin-care-decisions-with-dna-based-personalisation/12355268-1-eng-GB/Anake-aims-to-empower-consumers-to-make-more-accurate-skin-care-decisions-with-DNA-based-personalisation.jpg)
![CHLITINA is focusing on strengthening its network in the Vietnam market for the next three years. [CHLITINA]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/chlitina-lays-groundwork-for-three-year-plan-in-vietnam-to-seize-growth-potential/12310867-1-eng-GB/CHLITINA-lays-groundwork-for-three-year-plan-in-Vietnam-to-seize-growth-potential.jpg)
![Personal care company Read The Label, best known for its baby personal care products, is looking to expand its business with products for the whole family. [Read The Label]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/03/24/read-the-label-to-expand-business-with-products-for-the-whole-family/12298147-1-eng-GB/Read-The-Label-to-expand-business-with-products-for-the-whole-family.jpg)
![Capsule Pharma has launched a new dermatological skin care brand to tackle sensitive skin issues. [BELVEA]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/capsule-pharma-s-new-skin-care-launch-goes-back-to-basics-to-target-sensitive-skin-issues/12262199-1-eng-GB/Capsule-Pharma-s-new-skin-care-launch-goes-back-to-basics-to-target-sensitive-skin-issues.jpg)
![Porcelain says it wants to play its role in beating toxic beauty standards and unrealistic ideals. [Porcelain]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/porcelain-takes-aim-at-unrealistic-beauty-ideals-with-japanese-pottery-inspiration/12262336-1-eng-GB/Porcelain-takes-aim-at-unrealistic-beauty-ideals-with-Japanese-pottery-inspiration.jpg)
![Shopee is aiming to boost its premium beauty offering, with K-beauty brands a particular target. [Sulwhasoo]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/03/09/shopee-to-boost-premium-platform-with-more-k-beauty-brands/12242496-1-eng-GB/Shopee-to-boost-premium-platform-with-more-K-beauty-brands.jpg)
![Unmet hair care needs of hijab-wearing Muslim women is creating huge opportunities for players. [GettyImages]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/03/04/hijabi-hair-care-unmet-needs-creating-massive-opportunities-for-industry-players-dow/12242276-1-eng-GB/Hijabi-hair-care-Unmet-needs-creating-massive-opportunities-for-industry-players-Dow.jpg)
![Native Biologique is eyeing huge opportunities in the Philippines skin care market, which it believes is poised for rapid growth. [Native Biologique]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/filipino-brand-native-biologique-aims-to-capitalise-on-domestic-skin-care-surge/12220744-1-eng-GB/Filipino-brand-Native-Biologique-aims-to-capitalise-on-domestic-skin-care-surge.jpg)
![Welcia-BHG Singapore is focusing on increasing its percentage of Japan-made offerings. [Welcia-BHG]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/japnese-retailer-welcia-bhg-sees-more-j-beauty-offerings-in-singapore-as-key-for-growth/12228341-1-eng-GB/Japnese-retailer-Welcia-BHG-sees-more-J-beauty-offerings-in-Singapore-as-key-for-growth.jpg)
![Organic Bioactives is focusing on expanding its reach in Asia. [GettyImages]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2021/03/01/organic-bioactives-aiming-to-grow-exposure-in-asia-after-bagging-top-l-oreal-innovation-prize/12216862-1-eng-GB/Organic-Bioactives-aiming-to-grow-exposure-in-Asia-after-bagging-top-L-Oreal-innovation-prize.jpg)
![SKNEDIT is placing emphasis on curation and personalisation to help it stand out in the crowded e-commerce space. [SKNEDIT]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/singapore-beauty-retailer-identifies-curation-and-personalisation-as-key-trends-in-e-commerce/12161352-1-eng-GB/Singapore-beauty-retailer-identifies-curation-and-personalisation-as-key-trends-in-e-commerce.jpg)
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