Cosmetics player Estée Lauder is furthering its efforts to make its presence felt in Asia-Pacific and leverage its rapid sales growth in China by launching a new skin care line aimed specifically at the local consumers.
According to the latest research from Mintel, the Asia-Pacific region has managed to overshadow the US and Europe in terms of growth again, to become the largest regional luxury goods market.
Premium organic cosmetic provider has already made a significant impact on the Asia-Pacific market and CEO Sam McKay believes it is all to do with communicating the brand values.
Green formulation is becoming increasingly popular in Asia on the back of growing consumer awareness, but designing eco-friendly formulations for this market can throw up additional challenges.
Researchers at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) have used flue gas from factory chimneys to cultivate microalgae which can be used in skin care products.
Here, the market researcher dissects the markets in the Asia Pacific region, to reveal the current state of the skin care segment and its potential for growth in the coming years.
Japanese ingredients provider Toyobo says it has developed a technology that creates an extract rich in polyamine derived from soybean germ for the anti-aging market.
As the face market leads sales of color cosmetics in many Asian countries, meeting whitening, natural and medicinal trends could be key to unlocking this market according to market researcher Mintel.
More needs to be done to increase consumer understanding of natural hair care products and better communication is the way to do this according to consumer goods giant Unilever.
Stora Enso, one of the major providers of secondary packaging to the market, has announced that it is expanding into the Pakistan market with a joint venture.
With its experience in electronics and electrical products, Jackel Beauty's latest heated cosmetic device has been developed specifically for the Asia Pacific market in an effort it says to keep up with demand for beauty applications on the region.
When it comes to unlocking the lucrative men’s grooming market, skin care, the BRIC markets and internet retail are set to be key, according to market researcher Euromonitor.
Global firm International Flavors & Fragrances is focusing its attention on the Asian fragrance market by opening a manufacturing plant in Singapore as part of its expansion in the region.
New York-based cosmetics manufacturer has turned to an Australia-based biotechnology company to provide the peptide for its anti-aging creams as it looks to meet consumer demand for products that tackle skin damage.
Chemicals company Solvay has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire a controlling interest in Sunshield Chemicals from Amit Choksey Group, as it looks to accelerate its growth in India.
Although Asian cosmetic and personal care companies have embraced the issue of sustainability, Organic Monitor director Amarjit Sahota believes that the social and economic impact are being overlooked.
Korea-based cosmetics manufacturer AmorePacific is aiming to be one of the largest beauty brands in the world in over the next eight years, following domination of its domestic market.
With more than a fifth of total sales generated in Asia-Pacific, it is no wonder Estée Lauder has turned its focus to the region, and according to the make-up maker, skin care holds the key for market growth.
As the financial situation takes its toll and consumers cut down on luxury purchases, premium cosmetics are less likely to be cut from the Chinese consumer’s shopping list compared to other luxury items.
Global active ingredients player Sabinsa has launched a new skin care formulation derived from a native Indian fruit called phyllanthus emblica, commonly known as the edible amla fruit.
Estée Lauder has taken legal action against fashion retailer Target accusing it of selling counterfeit cosmetics in its stores in Australia under the MAC Cosmetics brand.
The innovation shown in the Korean color cosmetics market is setting the tone for other countries in Asia-Pacific with its quick expansion and improved growth.
Hydrocolloid producer CP Kelco has built on its continuing relationship with chemicals distributor Azelis, this time expanding into the People's Republic of China and Hong Kong as the demand for nature-based products increases.
The animal rights campaigner has bought stock in the cosmetics firm in a bid to challenge Revlon over its animal testing policies and demand transparency on the situation.
The emerging markets are all the rage for cosmetics manufacturers at present and this is no different for direct seller Avon as it targets growth in India to try and revive what has been a tough financial period for the company.
In a frank discussion with the head of the Toiletry and Fragrance Association in Singapore, Dr. Alain Khaiat reveals he has doubts as to how soon Chinese officials will be able to implement an alternative to animal testing.
Despite a government ban on cosmetics containing mercury being sold in the Phillipines, a public interest group claims to have found 11 brands of skin whitening products containing mercury still available in stores.
Global cosmetics giant L’Oréal has singled out the Asian markets as key to growth for the company, highlighting the number of big players targeting the region.
The in-cosmetics Asia team warmed up for the main event in November with a taster exhibition in Vietnam focusing on the trends and opportunities in the local cosmetics market.
Australia-based sunscreen ingredient maker Antaria has been challenged by environmental group Friends of the Earth over the company’s claims that its products are free of nano materials.
Cosmetics Design is pleased to showcase its brand new design layout for both of its established industry publications; CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com and CosmeticsDesign.com USA.
The organisers of beauty show Cosmoprof Asia expect it to be a big success following a nine per cent growth in exhibition space, and a focus on the key trends, such as nanotechnology use in skin care.
From a ‘fairness’ shower gel to a tightening and rejuvenating cream for the, ahem... nether regions - Cosmetics Design reflects back on some of the products that claim to 'empower women'.
A New Zealand skin care brand has launched an anti-aging product on the back of Cambridge-based scientists finding a way to repair internal and external damage caused by the sun.
The government in South Korea has revealed a novel plan to fight the on-going jellyfish the country suffers from: to use their collagen extracts in cosmetic products.
UK-based natural cosmetics ingredients maker Oat Cosmetics says it is advancing the global distribution of its product line to Australia on the back of continued growth.
The Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics’ Leaping Bunny program has received backing from cosmetics players and can benefit further from big brand backing in its bid to end animal testing in the cosmetics industry.
Global safety science company UL has announced the acquisition of ICQ Global, a consumer product testing provider with presence in the cosmetics industry across Europe, Asia and the US, in a bid to extend its global reach in consumer product testing.
Social media continues to grow in importance for the cosmetics industry, as it can provide manufacturers with a good source of engagement and allows consumers to discover different products.
Although many segments of the cosmetics industry are levelling off, the area of men’s grooming is actually reporting strong sales growth. In light of this Cosmetics Design takes a look at what’s driving the segment so far in 2012...
Cosmetics Design is extending its coverage of the global cosmetics and personal care industry to the Asia Pacific region with the launch of its first ever Cosmetics Design Asia newsletter in the first week of September.
Cosmetics and fragrance are the segments of the luxury market that are seeing the biggest growth and are a key focus in Europe according to top industry executives.
Many brands struggle with entry into the complex cosmetics market in Asia due to distribution issues, but natural personal care brands are now turning to concept stores in a more direct approach.
After looking into inspection standards of imported and exported goods, four industrial bodies set up by the Shan Xi Inspection and Quarantine Bureau have approved bisphenol A and antimony-related testing methods for cosmetics.
The Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies has launched a website to allow consumers to see what goes into their ingredient selection and formulations. This comes after months of speculation into the safety of the company's products.
As the dust settles from this summer’s sporting event in London, beauty brand Chanel appears to have cashed in on the increased levels of tourism in the English capital, by joining the flash retailing trend.
Johnson & Johnson has formally announced that it is to remove a number of potentially dangerous chemicals from its US formulation portfolio by the end of 2015.