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.
Beauty brands are being urged to overhaul their sustainability strategies beyond the linear lifecycle of packaging in order to meet consumer expectations and regulatory demands.
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?
Several Korean indie beauty brands recently announced their overseas expansion activities, with collaboration with distributors and entry into new high-potential markets being their key strategies.
Social media platform TikTok’s dynamic landscape is helping beauty brands discover and capitalise on microtrends while connecting with niche audiences on a global level, says one beauty manufacturer.
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...
Unilever’s Indian subsidiary anticipates exponential growth in beauty touting its robust portfolio of brands that will include mass, premium, and prestige brands.
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.
A consortium of 15 cosmetics companies have joined together to create the TRaceability Alliance for Sustainable CosmEtics (TRASCE), to enhance traceability in major ingredient and packaging supply chains across the beauty and personal care industry.
A Taiwanese biotech firm specialising in seaweed-based ingredients is studying its fucoidan-polysaccharide to expand its potential in the cosmetics market.
We round up the most recent developments in the exciting Chinese beauty market, including L’Oréal’s North Asia Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation programme, Perfect Diary’s new multi-benefit lipstick, and more.
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.
Product performance, the end of ‘the era of the soft claim,’ mood boosters, and ‘transparency in sustainability', are just some of the most impactful ingredient formulation trends for the year ahead, says Univar Solutions' Tom Flatley.
Aroma seals made with citrus-scented essential oils may be able to relieve the mental stress and breathlessness associated with wearing face masks, according to a Japanese clinical trial.
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.
Hair fall and bald patches are becoming an increasing concern for Indian consumers, claims beauty brand Conscious Chemist, with the company set to launch a new scalp care line on the back of a recent funding boost.
What we currently know about the vaginal microbiome only highlights that the beauty and personal care industry has barely scratched the surface of what women really need from feminine care products.
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E. sativa, also known as arugula or rocket, could play a role in skin care products due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, claim researchers.
Expectations for sustainable, ethical, and innovative products are driving development of new fragrance formats that not only align with these values, but also provide enhanced product experiences.
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.
Beauty retail chain Sa Sa reports that online sales in Hong Kong and Macau fell by 5.6% while offline sales grew by 44.3%, signalling the firm to advance its brick-and-mortar expansion.
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.
A Chinese study analysing global data shed light on the prevalence rates of mental health disorders among individuals with atopic dermatitis (AD), emphasising the need for holistic approaches to patient care.
The luxury skin care brand’s sale provides insight into current trends in the industry space, including a shifting consumer mindset and changes in packaging and labeling, says industry expert Chris Bustamante.
Singapore-based Scent Journer has emphasised the importance of individuality in the saturated fragrance market with unique ingredients such as Sichuan peppers and pandan.
Pola Orbis claims to have successfully developed sunscreen technology that utilises the beneficial effects of red and blue light, which it says can lead to firmer and more beautiful skin.
K-beauty giant Amorepacific’s says its Lipcure Beam combines lip diagnosis, care and makeup capabilities in a single device, addressing the gap in existing products that mostly only offer moisturising function.
Global tech company Dyson has pumped investment to fuel the development of its beauty portfolio over the next four years, in an effort to solve unmet consumer needs.
The disruptive startup has pioneered the development of water micronisation technology and L'Oréal said it will “accelerate its Research & Innovation and the commercialisation of more sustainable Beauty Tech solutions”. L'Oréal has also...
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.
Fig.1 partnered with Australian-based Conserving Beauty (CB) to develop the 100% zero waste product which are ‘designed to instantly dissolve in water after use,’ utilizing CB’s patented Instamelt fabric technology.
LG Household & Health Care (LG H&H)’s beauty tech brand Imprintu hopes its recently opened Thailand store will act as a springboard for wider South East Asia expansion, while looking to make headway into North America with its participation in...