Archives for September 30, 2015

E-commerce powers on: South Korea’s ‘Lotte.com’ teams up with China’s major e-tailer

Expansion is the name of the game for Asia's e-commerce giants as they strive to capture millions of eager online shoppers with cross border platforms that offer access to thousands of local and international brands.

Clariant seeks out new personal care talent pool in Singapore

Companies in Asia are already working with educational institutions to offer internships and attract fresh graduates to the cosmetics industry. Clariant is among those on the lookout for fresh talent..

Ahava Update

China’s Fosun International completes Ahava acquisition despite dead sea minerals concerns

The Chinese business conglomerate has become the majority shareholder of the Israeli Ahava Dead Sea minerals cosmetics for close to $76.5 million.

Scientists develop nanoparticle containing sunscreen that doesn’t penetrate the skin

Researchers have developed a sunscreen, made with bioadhesive nanoparticles, that doesn’t penetrate the skin, eliminating serious health concerns associated with commercial sunscreens.