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Clear distinction: Indonesia calls attention to non-halal product information labelling regulation

22-Apr-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

Indonesia’s Ministry of Religious Affairs’ Halal Product Assurance Organizing Body (BPJPH) has emphasised that non-halal certified products, including cosmetics, are mandated to clearly indicate so on packaging.

Navigating environmental regulations for cosmetics

18-Apr-2024 By Kirsty Doolan

As more beauty and personal care companies make the transition to become greener, sustainability has been a key theme at this year’s InCosmetics Global show. We asked the experts how companies can facilitate this transition, wherever they are in their...

‘Not healthy for the industry’: Sephora’s withdrawal from Korea leaves market less diverse than ever

08-Apr-2024 By Amanda Lim

Sephora’s exit from South Korea leaves a vacuum highlighting need for a diversity of brands and retail channels in the market, says experts.

PCHi Fountain Awards celebrates beauty industry after competitive judging

25-Mar-2024 By Amanda Lim

The Fountain Awards by Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) awards 17 winners across 13 beauty categories to celebrate industry innovation.

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How to win over.. the recovering Hong Kong beauty market

28-Feb-2024 By Amanda Lim

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.

Beauty backing: CJ Olive Young establishes $74m fund to support K-beauty SMEs

05-Feb-2024 By Amanda Lim

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.

Beiersdorf, Givaudan, IFF & more form alliance to champion the value of beauty

01-Feb-2024 By Kirsty Doolan

It’s been a week of beauty companies forming alliances across Europe. Last night in Brussels, L'Oréal Groupe, Beiersdorf, Givaudan, IFF, KIKO Milano and Ancorotti Cosmetics joined hands to launch the Value of Beauty Alliance and highlight the industry’s...

Beauty Forward 2024: L’Oréal, Coty, Kenvue, Unilever to reveal exclusive insights at inaugural beauty summit – Register now!

17-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

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...

Need-to-know: The major cosmetics regulatory issues on the agenda in 2024

03-Jan-2024 By Amanda Lim

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.

Beauty Forward 2024: New speakers announced!

12-Dec-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Our expert line-up will include L’Oréal, Kenvue, Coty, Weleda and many more…

Boots opens first ‘Boots Beauty’ store in London

07-Dec-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The UK health and beauty retailer has opened its first concept ‘Boots Beauty’ shop in London’s Battersea Power Station.

‘There’s nothing like us’: Italian brand with active bristle tech aims to change perception of oral care in Asia

07-Dec-2023 By Amanda Lim

Oral care brand Piuma Care is seeking opportunities to redefine the oral care landscape by combining science and design with its active bristle technology.

NIQ Report: Sustainability becoming 'increasingly important' to consumers

05-Dec-2023 By Cassandra Stern

A recently published report on Sustainable Beauty revealed that sustainable beauty products are 'top of mind for beauty consumers' and that the growing demand for these products' will continue to be relevant in the future.'

China focus: Latest developments in China’s booming beauty market

23-Nov-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

We round up the most recent developments in the exciting Chinese beauty market, including MINISO fragrances, La Prairie’s Douyin debut, China’s new toothpaste regulations, Perfect Diary’s fine line-reducing lipstick, and more.

Mighty manuka: NZ firm finds anti-bacterial properties in manuka leaf to replace essential oil

17-Nov-2023 By Amanda Lim

A New Zealand firm has identified potent antibacterial properties in manuka leaf extract, positioning it as a potential substitute for manuka essential oil or honey in cosmetic formulations.

‘A very exciting space’: HUL will push innovation ‘aggressively’ to maximise opportunities in beauty – CEO

13-Nov-2023 By Amanda Lim

Unilever's Indian subsidiary is committed to driving innovation in order to uncover potential opportunities within the nation's beauty and personal care market, says its CEO.

Singles’ Day showdown: China’s e-commerce platforms set to battle it out during the mega sales festival

08-Nov-2023 By Amanda Lim

The rivalries between China’s stalwart and emerging e-commerce players are set to make the upcoming Singles’ Day intensely competitive in the world’s second-biggest beauty market.

India insights: L’Oréal, Shiseido, HUL on trends and developments in India’s beauty market

07-Nov-2023 By Amanda Lim

We round up the most recent developments in India featuring news from L’Oréal, Shiseido, HUL and more.

Meet us at in-cosmetics Asia! CosmeticsDesign-Asia attending Bangkok event – arrange to meet us

03-Nov-2023 By Amanda Lim

Come and meet the CosmeticsDesign-Asia team at in-cosmetics Asia 2023 trade show, taking place in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 7 to 9.

GALLERY: Top 10 beauty and cosmetic stories of October 2023

31-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Our recap of the most-read beauty and personal care stories of October 2023, featuring news from SK-II, Caudalie, Kao and more.

China’s new toothpaste regulations raise barrier, increase costs and time to market – analyst

24-Oct-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Toothpaste products in China will be regulated under a new set of measures starting from December 1, which a regulatory analyst says is a more rigorous approach that has raised entry thresholds and brought about various challenges for companies.

Thai premium beauty brand HARNN lands in Singapore amid accelerated expansion plans

23-Oct-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Thai beauty and wellness brand HARNN has embarked on its next phase of expansion through a retail store opening in Singapore, while building presence in the spa and hospitality sectors across Asia.

“We are not an industry that will be forgiven if we are not more ecological”. President of Cosmetic Valley & LVMH exec

20-Oct-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Exclusive insights on the cosmetics and perfume sectors from industry leaders, plus award-winning innovations from the Cosmetic 360 show.

Upcoming beauty webinar to highlight buying power of men, Black consumers

16-Oct-2023 By Danielle Masterson

The beauty category continues to see growth as consumers seek out ways to give their skin a lift, add some shine to their hair and enhance their nails. But like everything else in health and wellness, there’s no one-size-fits all solution. Not everyone...

Is your brand ready for the Single’s Day sales?

10-Oct-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

If you’re selling into China, here’s how to make the most of this annual shopping holiday, also known as 11:11…

Microbiome misinformation: Tame down on excessive use of hype or risk consumer burnout – expert

05-Oct-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Skin microbiome may be the talk of the town in recent times, but founder of Aussie cosmetics brand Mary Grace, has warned against excessive use of “hype words”, as consumers could grow fatigue of the trend before it fully takes off.

Gallinée founder: ‘The microbiome space is perfect for the deep trends in beauty’

04-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Advances in our understanding of the skin microbiome and the gut-skin axis are opening up “a lot of possibilities in a market that can sometimes feel saturated”, says Marie Drago, founder of Gallinée.

Fun factor: Prioritising fun key to drawing beauty shoppers back to stores – istyle

04-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Japanese retail firm istyle Inc has underscored the importance of creating engaging and enjoyable shopping experiences to draw post-COVID beauty consumers back into stores.

“Sustainability is a journey and the most important thing is to get started.” Cosmetics Europe Deputy Director General

29-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We spoke to Emma Trogen, Deputy Director General at Cosmetics Europe, about sustainability issues and the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.

And the winners are…Check out who took the top prizes at the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2023

26-Sep-2023 By Gary Scattergood

We have announced the winners of the 2023 NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, held to recognise the brightest and best products, ingredients and initiatives across the nutrition industry.

Emerging potential: Korea aims to boost K-beauty export to Vietnam by streamlining regulations

26-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

The South Korean government says it will work with local regulators to support and expand cosmetic exports to the Vietnamese market.

“I'm hoping for greater diversity in innovation.” Eco-specialist futurologist shares insights

25-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Innovation consultant Monique Large shared her views on the future of sustainability and gave a sneak peek of what she’ll be discussing at the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.

‘We’ve got this’: Challenge against tea tree oil regulation is ‘under control’ – ATTIA President

25-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

The Australian Tea Tree Industry Association (ATTIA) has attempted to assure the cosmetics industry that it is doing its best to challenge the proposed classification of tea tree oil as a reproductive toxin.

The latest update on the EU ‘greenwashing ban’

21-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The European Parliament and European Council have reached a provisional agreement on new rules to ban misleading marketing and provide clearer product information.

On the radar: Extensive physical store network ‘crucial’ in attracting global beauty brands to India

19-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

An extensive network of brick-and-mortar stores will be crucial in attracting global brands to India, says Nykaa’s beauty chief.

What’s trending: Redken, Caudalie and more stories on APAC beauty market and consumer insights

08-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

In our round up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we feature Redken’s entry into India, Caudalie’s new acne launch and more.

“Competing companies must work together in a pre-competitive space.” Co-chair of the Sustainability Beauty Coalition

03-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

To celebrate Organic September, we spoke to Director General for NATRUE and new co-chair of the Sustainability Beauty Coalition, Dr Mark Smith, about what’s on the agenda, trends in upcycling and sustainable packaging.

CTFAS Academy: Singapore industry association aims to uplift local cosmetics sector with new programme launching in October

31-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association of Singapore (CTFAS) is set to launch the CTFAS Academy, which it hopes will elevate cosmetics industry standards in Singapore.

Network expansion: ASW aims to open 1,000 stores a year as market returns to ‘normality’

21-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

A.S. Watson (ASW) Group is aiming to return to its pre-COVID form of expanding its brick-and-mortar network by 1,000 stores a year.

‘Microplastics elimination’: BioPowder targets Asia’s natural beauty space with upcycled plant-based powders

15-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

BioPowder is targeting Asia’s fast-growing natural beauty market where it believes upcycled plant-based powders can help eliminate ‘invisible microplastics’ across multiple categories.

Value over volume: Mint producer eyeing new opportunities among indie oral care brands

03-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

Mint producer Jindal Drugs sees untapped opportunities among new oral care brands that value the use of high-quality natural ingredients.

MoCRA regulations: What Asia’s beauty firms need to know about US’s landmark law

01-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

The introduction of the new Modernisation of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) could complicate entry into the US beauty market for Asian cosmetic companies, says a regulatory expert.

Chlitina develops new brand featuring microbiome-friendly peptide extracted from saliva

14-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Taiwanese beauty company Chlitina has launched a new beauty and personal care brand featuring an exclusive antibacterial peptide extracted from human saliva.

‘A clear winner’: India a ‘key priority’ for global beauty firms after China troubles – Nykaa

14-Jun-2023 By Amanda Lim

India’s beauty and personal care sector is emerging as a major beneficiary as global beauty players look to ‘diversify and de-risk’ from China, says Nykaa’s beauty chief.

Clean craze: Olive Young expects clean beauty portfolio to achieve $200m in sales this year

12-Jun-2023 By Amanda Lim

South Korean health and beauty retailer Olive Young is expecting its clean beauty brands to rake in $200m in sales this year as demand for clean products remains voracious among consumers.

Not so allergenic? Sensitisation to former ‘Allergen of the Year’ found to be uncommon – Australia study

02-Jun-2023 By Amanda Lim

A new Australian study involving over 6,000 subjects says propylene glycol has an “infrequent” contact sensitisation rate of 0.31%, despite it being commonly noted as an allergen.

Free Webinar - Selling circular: Making green beauty the retail reality

31-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Sustainable programs and initiatives have become the cosmetics and personal beauty care product industry standard – but what are some of the most economically viable ways to implement these practices to best meet consumer demand? Our upcoming CosmeticsDesign...

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