Brand update: Kosé, Clinique, Coty and more in our brand update

Kosé reinforces mass offerings with new upcoming launches from Sekkisei, Fasio and more​​

Japanese cosmetics major Kosé Corporation is set to strengthen mass market portfolio with new launches in the second half of 2024 targeting sensitive skin, hair care, and makeup.

Sekkisei will launch two new products to address increasing consumer demand for sensitive skin solutions.

One By Kosé will also renew its popular Serum Veil Deep Repair, a booster serum that has been the brand’s top seller since it was first released in 2017.

Clinique targets Gen Z with latest Lash Power, Black Honey launches​​

Clinique leverages new Lash Power mascara and Black Honey launches to engage and bring in newer, younger consumers in Asia.

On July 29, beauty brand Clinique hosted an event in Singapore to introduce its new Lash Power High-Fi Full Volume Mascara.

It also surprised audiences by unveiling the new Black Honey collection, which consisted of all new spin off products from the iconic Black Honey Almost Lipstick, including the limited-edition Pop Lip + Cheek Oil in Black Honey.

These makeup launches are strategic focus on attracting a younger audience.

Nykaa cements position in key segments with investments in Dot & Key, Earth Rhythm​​

Indian omnichannel beauty firm Nykaa has raised its stake in Dot & Key and acquired a majority stake in Earth Rhythm in order to strengthen position in skin care and sustainable beauty.

Nykaa would acquire an additional 39% stake in Dot & Key for INR265.3Cr (USD31.6m), increasing its stake to 90%.

The company first acquired a 51% stake in Dot & Key in 2021 since then, the firm has seen the brand grow by nine-times in three years.

Coty gears up Lancaster, Orveda for China’s ‘inevitable’ skin care rebound​​

Coty has revealed its confidence in China's high-end skin care sector for Lancaster and Orveda, despite forecasting 'negative growth' for the category in the coming months.

Coty is preparing for the anticipated resurgence of skin care growth in China, beginning with its Lancaster brand.

The company has successfully launched a Lancaster flagship and its ultra-premium Ligne Princiere​ line in May last year.

Dr Jart+ re-launches in Japan as K-beauty interest grows​​

Estee Lauder-owned K-beauty skin care brand Dr Jart+ has re-launched in Japan, as its latest earnings reveal declining sales in Asia.

Dr Jart+ announced that it was returning to Japan in July by rolling out gradually with retailers @cosme, Cosmeme, Matsumotokiyoshi, and Cocokara Fine.

This rollout comes the brand reported a decline in net sales, primarily due to continued challenges in mainland China and Asia travel retail in fiscal 2024.