The Korean Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM) has discovered a range of skin care benefits in marine mud gathered from the Hupo Basin in the East Sea.
Japanese cosmetics major Shiseido is set to relaunch its popular Anessa sunscreens in February with new technology it claims can automatically repair gaps that weaken ultraviolet protection.
A US-based skin care firm using ‘ethically derived’ human stem cells is targeting expansion in Asia after its Middle East move ‘exceeded expectations’.
Generation Z can be a puzzle for beauty companies, as they don’t appear to have the same levels of brand or product loyalty as their predecessors. What do marketers and R&D experts need to know about this generation?
Skin erythema – AKA skin redness or skin flushing – is a common complaint from people who suffer from rosacea and acne among other skin conditions, but can also be caused by sun exposure and allergies. We’ve rounded up three recent innovations in this...
Shiseido’s decision to add cosmeceutical brand Dr. Dennis Gross to its portfolio could have been influenced by the increasing ‘medicalisation’ of beauty, says one analyst.
Unilever’s Indian subsidiary anticipates exponential growth in beauty touting its robust portfolio of brands that will include mass, premium, and prestige brands.
K-beauty brand Laneige has launched three new versions of its best-selling Water Bank cream, with the firm hoping it will make the range more inclusive.
A new study has detailed the plasma derivatives that have the greatest wound healing impact, the quickest recovery time, and provide the most effective pain relief.
South Korea’s LG Household & Health Care is planning to debut its luxury beauty brand The Whoo in the US this year as part of its “growth transformation” plans, says its CEO.
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...
The founder of a beauty brand and former research consultant in the diamond industry says both sectors share striking similarities and can mutually benefit by exchanging insights in areas such as consumer transparency.
L'Oréal's venture capital fund BOLD has just invested in Timeline, a Swiss biotech that specialises in longevity in the beauty and health sectors, as the focus on longevity grows in the beauty industry.
Nivea-Kao’s latest innovation, containing a functional ingredient that releases a fresh scent each time a user breaks into a sweat, capitalises on the lack of products that address “sticky neck” issues.
Environmentally friendly extraction techniques could improve the quality of tocopherols, tocotrienols, and squalene in rubber seed oil, enhancing their antioxidant, anti-ageing, and skin repair qualities in cosmetic formulations.
Industry leaders from Coty, Kenvue, and Maison 21G, and more are set to share exclusive insights into the future of Asia Pacific’s beauty industry at CosmeticDesign’s brand-new digital summit taking place end-January.
Baseball star Shohei Ohtani’s endorsement of Japanese skin care brand Cosme Decorté’s Liposome series has garnered the brand more interest from men, according to new consumer insights.
As we move into the new year, we reveal the consumer and market shifts that are going to have a major impact on the beauty and personal care industry in Asia Pacific in 2024
South Korea-based APR Corp says its beauty device technology is the key driving force behind the company’s accelerated expansion into overseas markets, amid growing demand for cost-effective devices.
Taiwan researchers have found that extracellular vesicles released from umbilical cord stem cells (UCMSC-EVs) display anti-inflammatory activity and induce antioxidant defence systems, suggesting their effectiveness in wound healing and against skin ageing.
Alkylated hyaluronic acid, a modified form of hyaluronic acid is effective in restoring normal skin formation when its barrier function is compromised by dryness, highlighting its role in skin protection, according to Japanese researchers from Rhoto Pharmaceutical...
We speak to leading beauty and personal care insiders from Dow, Givaudan, and Carbonwave, to glean insights into the markets and segments they are tipping for growth in 2024.
From PPWR to MoCRA, EPR and deforestation laws, it’s been a regulations-heavy time for the cosmetics industry across the globe. We recap some of the most important regulatory updates in 2023 for companies that sell in the EU, UK and beyond...
Japanese cosmeceutical brand Carte HD is expanding its line-up with its first aerosol spray product that can be used to moisturise a wide area, including hard-to-reach parts such as the back.
Phages sourced from the environment can seamlessly integrate into cosmetics formulations and they thrive under an optimal storage condition between 4 and 25 °C, according to Thai researchers.
A spray containing brown cloud ear mushroom (A. polytricha) water extract has been found to offer skin hydration benefits and reduce transepidermal water loss, opening up its potential use in cosmetic formulations, claim Thai researchers.
South Korean beauty retailer Shinsegae has attributed the success of brands such as Oribe, Hourglass and YUNJAC to the presence of a strong hero product to drive sales.
Dermatologist and cosmetic doctor Dr Leah Totton shared more on the challenges of formulating a doctor-led range that’s for use on pregnant and post-procedure skin and based on naturally active ingredients.
Check out this round-up of our biggest stories on skin care this year, featuring advancements from brands such as SK-II, Pond’s, Amorepacific, Dr. Ci:Labo and more.
Swiss-Dutch multinational DSM-Firmenich believes its latest merger holds the potential to cultivate more impactful and emotionally resonant solutions for consumers in the cosmetic industry.
The French multinational has acquired Danish research company Lactobio, which is a leader in precision probiotics, in a bid to strengthen its leadership in microbiome research to explore new areas of cosmetic innovation.
A spray containing brown cloud ear mushroom (A. polytricha) water extract has been found to offer skin hydration benefits and reduce transepidermal water loss, opening up its potential use in cosmetic formulations, claim Thai researchers.
Join Cosmetics Design and a host of experts from companies such as L’Oréal, Coty, Weleda, J&J's Kenvue, HUM Nutrition, and some of the most disruptive startups, to learn more about the future of beauty...
South Korean cosmetics brands can tap into the opportunities presented by the lack of products catered for younger consumers in Japan, where the mature population is often the prioritised target group, says an industry expert.
Probiotics are displaying huge potential for cosmetics innovation, but there is a need for greater understanding of how manufacturing processes impact biological effects, and for clinical studies of all strains to corroborate the therapeutic advantages...
Amorepacific has strengthened its arsenal of global growth engines by acquiring additional shares in South Korean skin care firm COSRX to leverage the brand’s extensive overseas reach.
The technology available to serve the beauty and personal care industry is changing at lightening speed. We’ve rounded up some of the most innovative gamechangers – whether they are disrupting the product development process, overhauling ingredients testing,...
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.
K-beauty brand freemay has officially entered the Japanese market following domestic success and on the back of increasing popularity of its mineral ions-infused masks.
Beauty products are no longer solely focused on achieving flawless complexions but are increasingly incorporating wellbeing claims – but how can these be substantiated in any meaningful way?
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![FactorFive targeting expansion in Asia after its Middle East move ‘exceeded expectations’. [FactorFive]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2024/01/31/factorfive-eyes-asia-expansion-amid-rising-interest-in-health-regenerative-medicine/17049653-1-eng-GB/FactorFive-eyes-Asia-expansion-amid-rising-interest-in-health-regenerative-medicine.png)
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