Surging interest in medical aesthetic procedures among consumers in Asia Pacific is one of the key emerging growth drivers for L’Oréal’s dermatological beauty division.
The advancement of technology will drive personalisation to offer beauty products tailored right down to a ‘daily or weekly basis’, says the VP of a personalised beauty brand.
A Swiss brand based on five decades of research on immunology and ribonucleic acid (RNA) is aiming to expand in Asia, where it hopes to gain ground among consumers that now have a heightened sense of the role skin plays in immunity.
K-beauty brand Dr. G is continuing to expand in South East Asia with a new store in Malaysia, where its sunscreen range is enjoying significant success.
A luxury Ayurvedic beauty brand founded by the former chairman of Himalaya Wellness has developed a hero blend of seven oils that it claims is 10 times lighter than facial oils found on the market.
Earlier this year, Crown Laboratories, Inc. launched the BIOJUVE skin care collection incorporating hero ingredient Xycrobe technology, whose efficacy is backed by clinical results.
Retail establishments urgently need to embrace change and prioritise experiences for consumers in the wake of challenges such as the rise of e-commerce and escalating cost of living concerns.
Industry players and skin care innovators such as The Body Shop and Caudalie reveal exclusive insights into the evolving consumer preferences and advancements in technology in the ageing skin care market.
South Korean delivery app Baemin has taken a leap into the Vietnamese beauty market by launching a skin care and makeup brand, and is capitalising on K-beauty trends to customise products for the needs of local consumers.
The demand for smaller and niche beauty brands is rising in travel retail, where luxury and Gen Z consumers have a heightened appetite for discovery and novelty.
The cosmetic potential of durian extracts has been highlighted by Thai researchers, who say its benefits span moisturising, whitening and antioxidant effects.
Sensitive skin brand Snow Fox is working to expand its hair care offerings to meet the need in the market for earth-friendly products that are suitable for sensitive scalps.
We round up the latest beauty innovations and developments from made-in-Asia beauty brands, including a new men’s serum from Re:erth and B&B Lab’s latest microbiome complex.
The skin care brand partnered with experiential e-commerce platform Obsess to release a digital storefront that features animations, a custom-designed layout of five rooms featuring different products, and a fully interactive experience for consumer engagement.
We round up the top five stories trending on our socials featuring SK-II’s CEO on travel retail, upcycled starfish collagen, Sa Sa’s Singapore comeback and more.
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.
Korean skin care brand Melixir has embarked on a vigorous expansion campaign across Asia via Sephora, while also working on its sustainability initiatives and new products targeting the skin microbiome.
The concept of upcycled ingredients has yet to be fully appreciated in some parts of Asia, particularly in South East Asian countries like Thailand, where consumers tend to link it with lower prices and quality, says one supplier.
Italian cosmetics company Pupa Milano is gearing up to take on the ‘huge potential’ of Asia’s beauty market with a new skin care line and new makeup innovations.
Exclusive insights from Thailand’s beauty players, including Karmart, Dr. Barbara Sturm and G&M Cosmetics, shed light on the unique perspectives of the Thai beauty consumer and reveal the drivers behind one of South East Asia’s most exciting markets.
India beauty brand Lotus Herbals says that the informed Indian consumer is looking for ‘holistic skin care solutions’ in sun care products that go beyond UV protection.
Chinese cosmetics company Yatsen Holdings expects revenue will take longer to bounce back despite improved market conditions in the domestic beauty market.
Chinese researchers have found that the essence liquid from Chinese mugwort produces a hydration effect and reduces oxidative stress on the skin, demonstrating its potential as a cosmetic ingredient.
Singapore-based skin care brand Re:erth has debuted a new serum targeted at men which CEO Shinji Yamasaki believes lowers the barrier for them to start taking care of their skin.
American beauty major Coty is optimistic about Lancaster’s future in China as the launch of its new flagship and its ultra-premium Ligne Princiere line takes off with aplomb.
Singapore start-up A Tapir’s Tale says there is a need for ‘more sophisticated formulations’ beyond organic products to address the underserved sensitive baby skin care market.
To better meet consumer needs, Kaltech combined previously successful photocatalytic technology into a cosmetic device to help consumers better moisturize their skin in a safe and hygienic manner.
Indian cosmetics brand Botnal has seen a 30% growth within three months after listing on e-commerce platform Nykaa, which galvanised its plans to further tap into its domestic market and the rising probiotics skin care space.
The travel retail channel holds major potential for luxury beauty, but more effort must be made to secure increasingly demanding travellers, says the CEO of SK-II.
Singapore-based skin care brand, Kyssva is set to expand its product range with a moisturiser and a serum in the third quarter (Q3) of this year after the success of its maiden launch.
Taiwan-based firm Jerôsse is aiming to grow the share of beauty sales to at least 30% this year on the back of new product developments and its expansion into Singapore and Malaysia.
Modules, a new skin care brand from Singapore, is aiming to make personalised skin care with prescription-level active ingredients accessible for the masses.
The South Korea consumer goods company LG Household & Health Care is aiming to strengthen its luxury beauty brands as well as boost its overseas business as part of plans to drive growth.
A Japanese skin care brand specialising in developing products with nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is gearing up to expand overseas for the first time, beginning with Singapore.
A derivative of the naturally occurring plant-derived metabolite resveratrol (RSV) has potential as a safe, anti-allergy active ingredient in cosmetic products, say researchers.
UK-based supplier Elementis is seeing opportunities in Asia skin care market as it turns towards the region to grow its presence and drive future growth.
Newly released research suggests snail slime mechanisms of action can impact cells at the molecular level, including cell viability and control of inflammatory events, which is of interest to manufacturers and suppliers seeking to formulate new cosmetic...
Beiersdorf’s luxury brand La Prairie saw sales hampered in the first quarter (Q1) due to challenging market conditions in China caused by ongoing COVID-19 pain points.
K-beauty brand Dr. G is leveraging the international recognition of South Korea boy band SHINee to reinforce the brand’s presence overseas, starting with Japan and Vietnam.
Peptides are set to be the fastest growing active over the next five years driven by the explosion of supply and demand in China’s local beauty industry.
The demand for instant gratification and the trend of ‘preventive protection’ is influencing cosmetic company to develop skin care products that are fast-acting and more efficacious than ever, says DSM.
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![Verdilab is based on five decades of immunology research. [Verdilab]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/07/05/immunology-skin-care-verdilab-targets-asia-expansion-on-the-back-of-skin-immunity-awareness/16495040-1-eng-GB/Immunology-skin-care-Verdilab-targets-Asia-expansion-on-the-back-of-skin-immunity-awareness.jpg)
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