News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
Gems are big in anti-ageing right now. While snail extract and bee venom has been capturing formulators' attention in recent years, diamond powder and precious gems have been rising through the ranks – thanks to their high quality rejuvenating properties.
Japan’s cartoon character cosmetics could be hot on the heels of Korean beauty success in the West as consumers who are already open to fun and colourful ranges may be swayed towards more ‘Made in Japan’ creations.
Colour cosmetics might make people look good, but lipstick and eyeshadow can also play havoc on facial recognition technology, which is what U.S. Army researchers have been working to rectify.
LG Household’s luxury skin care brand SU:M37 has invested in a flagship store in China after seeing success with the country’s tourists in local Korean duty free stores.