The eco-entrepreneur behind Smood Natural Deodorants is observing more interest in zero-waste personal care products despite hurdles such as the lack of convenience.
The usage of facial sheet masks in Asia are expected to increase and become a daily necessity in the wake of the changing beauty habits induced by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
People are craving the face-to-face interaction of shopping in-person despite the pandemic-induced growth of e-commerce, according to a new report by A.S. Watson
Once geared around mass-market personal hygiene products, the Asia Pacific men’s grooming category has undergone drastic shifts with the advent of social media, changing lifestyles and the democratisation of cosmetics.
An increasingly sophisticated knowledge of skin care is driving male consumers to seek out high-performing solution-driven male beauty products, says an industry insider specialising in the category.
The skin microbiome continues to ignite interest as science fast advances and product innovations hit shelves, but where exactly are the biggest opportunities for industry and what will be the key challenges moving forward?
The founder of natural beauty brand Bangkok Soap Opera believes the brand’s effort in engaging consumers through activities such as workshops helped to create a market for natural solid soaps that previously did not exist in Thailand.
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is pushing French cosmetics conglomerate L’Oréal Group to find innovative ways to reinforce the trust relationship between its brands and consumers, a leading executive told us in an exclusive interview.
Beauty companies such as Estée Lauder, John Masters Organics and Neogence are increasingly using AI-powered marketing tools to identify patterns within consumer behaviour and then tailor their engagement with them.
German personal care major Beiersdorf is working to strengthen its skin care portfolio and tap into the massive potential it sees in China’s competitive personal care market.
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido Company is eyeing huge opportunities in China’s beauty device market, which has been growing rapidly amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Luxury beauty brand By Terry and distributing partner Luxasia are counting on a digitally-led approach to weather the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis and achieve their ambitions for the brand in Asia.
Herbalife Nutrition has expanded its outer nutrition range with vitamin-based sheet masks to meet the increasing consumer need for products to maintain skin health in Asia Pacific.
On this episode of Indie Pioneers, we sit down with Petronille Houdart from Sequential Skin to discuss the importance of microbiome testing when it comes to skin care personalisation.
Two former L’Oreal Group executives have founded a make-up brand to cater to the ethnically diverse group of consumers within the niche but growing halal market.
Singapore-based beauty brand Soul Good Project has turned to crowdfunding to fuel its plans to expand internationally as demand for skin care grows in the midst of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
After a difficult start to the year with COVID-19, the beauty and personal care category is set to see sales soar as usual during the Christmas holiday season with consumers maintaining spend and shopping online, according to marketing firm Rakuten Advertising.
Consumers will increasingly seek out the safety of cosmeceuticals and the comfort of natural products in the long-term due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) disruptions, says ingredients company BASF.
The founder of Thai beauty brand says the beauty industry must change ‘narrow-minded’ view of beauty by celebrating diversity and breaking deep-rooted cultural beliefs surrounding skin fairness
The founder of a skin care start-up believes that understanding the skin microbiome may play a more important role than genetics when it comes to personalising skin care.
The adoption of social commerce is becoming more crucial for beauty brands as consumers are expected become more selective about their purchases amidst the economic fallout from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
India-based Forest Essentials is furthering its global expansion plans on the back of increased interest in its Ayurvedic beauty products amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis.
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido Company has revealed plans to tap into its expertise on skin care and skin health to facilitate its recovery from the heavy blows of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) impact.
Indian beauty brand Colorbar is pushing the development of clean beauty products as it strives to become one of the top three beauty firms in the world.
French cosmetics conglomerate the L’Oréal Group has outperformed the market in China thanks to the strength of e-commerce, digital marketing and brands, according to its CEO.
South Korean cosmetics conglomerate Amorepacific is actively working to extend its use of eco-packaging solutions across all its brands as part of its Less Plastics campaign.
The skin microbiome has been a leading subject in the personal care industry in recent years, but with more emphasis on health during these unprecedented times it has become more relevant than ever before.
A compilation of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from July 2020 shows plenty of interest in post-COVID retail and product development opportunities, and lots of engagement on the closure of L’Oréal’s facial brush brand Clarisonic.
A Singapore-based skin care brand has launched a DIY facial experience kit aimed at beauty consumers without access to professional treatment during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
The ongoing novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis is pushing Singapore-based retailer The Min List to stock more homegrown brands to support fellow local businesses and reduce logistical issues brought about by the pandemic.
Malaysian consumers are more concerned about the effectiveness of cosmetics products than the ingredients used, which could result in possible adverse reactions, a new report claims.
Fragrance consumers in Europe are looking for ‘fresh’ scents in their perfumes but manufacturers should go one step further; offering escapism and multi-functionality amid COVID-19 disruptions, says Mintel.
Hong Kong-based cosmetics retailer Sa Sa International is placing more attention on its online channels in order to help the company reduce cost and make up for it battered brick-and-mortar outlets.
South Korean start-up Ice Creative is banking on its extensive network of Korea’s hottest influencers to create hit beauty products that resonate with consumers.
Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido Company has partnered with Isetan Mitsukoshi Group to conduct live commerce sessions locally for the first time for its flagship brand, SHISEIDO.
Rising consumer concern for safety and efficacy is carving out demand for herbal cosmetic ingredients in China’s cosmetics market, according to MNC Merck.
The impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and the obsession with health and protection will drive the demand for beauty products that can protect and strengthen the skin’s defences.
In this episode of Indie Pioneers, we chat with Nerissa Low, the founder of Liht Organics about the obstacles she had to overcome to bring her organic make-up brand to market.
Natural was the top product claim made across the online global beauty and personal care space last year, driven by a huge wave of new brands entering the market. But consumer interest in the space is fading, warns Euromonitor International.
China’s obsession with urban pollution is driving consumer demand for anti-pollution cosmetics and pushing cosmetic companies to develop innovative solutions to a complex issue.
In our final episode of the Clean & Ethical Beauty Video Series, we discuss how the events of today will impact how the clean and ethical beauty category might look in the future. Scroll down to watch episode 6.
Azelis is predicting a shift towards products highlighting safety, transparency, and sustainability in India, amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis – with skin care set to become a cornerstone of consumers’ health and wellness concerns.