China

Expert forecasts state of luxury packaging segment

Expert forecasts state of luxury packaging segment

By Michelle Yeomans

As the Chinese cosmetics market becomes increasingly desirable for international brands, knowledge of evolving consumer behaviour is invaluable to those investing in the region. Here; Renee Hartmann, co-founder of 'China Luxury Advisors' gives...

Purac pushes green formulations in China market

Purac pushes green formulations in China market

By Simon Pitman

Purac China is focusing on one of the biggest trends in the country’s still fast growing cosmetic s and personal market – a greener more eco-friendly product.

PCHi to open its doors in Guangzhou next week

PCHi to open its doors in Guangzhou next week

By Simon Pitman

This year’s PCHi event is readying to open its doors in Guangzhou, Southern China next week, with the organizers predicting that it should easily surpass attendance and exhibitor numbers of previous events.

J&J acquires China rival after months of speculation

J&J acquires China rival after months of speculation

By Michelle Yeomans

The Chinese arm of the cosmetics giant has finally completed the acquisition of local personal care rival Shanghai Elsker to consolidate its position in the baby care sector in China.

Cosmetics sales in China holding their own

Cosmetics sales in China holding their own

By Michelle Yeomans

According to National Bureau of Statistics, retail sales of cosmetics in China are up 16.5 percent for the first 10 months of 2012, amounting to 107.7 yuan ($17.3 billion) compared to the same time last year. 

Symrise to expand perfume production in China

Symrise to expand perfume production in China

By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Flavor and fragrance supplier Symrise is planning further expansion of its perfume oil production in China, highlighting the company’s dedication to strengthening its presence in the region.

Asian beauty market dominated by brands from France, says expert

Asian beauty market dominated by brands from France, says expert

By Katie Nichol

Brands looking to tap into the Asian market face multiple challenges, according to Judith Higgins, CEO of GMD Group USA and her partner Chris Han, who note that while spending power is increasing, the Asian beauty market is largely dominated by brands...

Franckie Venet, Cosmetics Valley

Cosmetics Valley goes to China!

By Simon Pitman

Industry association Cosmetics Valley aims to raise the stakes for its member companies with its first ever pavilion at the recent PCHi event in Shanghai, China.