The Thai skin care market will grow by three per cent per year CAGR through to 2017, according to a recent report by market research organization Companies and Markets.
On October 29th the in-cosmetics show will open its doors in Bangkok for a three day event that will showcase the ingredients industry in the Asia Pacific region, and will include a number of new features.
By 2016, market researcher McKinsey & Company estimates that there will be 351 million online shoppers in China, ringing up 2.2 trillion renminbi (US $3.48 billion) in revenues. At that point, internet penetration will be 80 percent in the cities,...
Japanese cosmetics maker Shiseido has turned its attention to India’s middle class masstige market having established a wholly-owned subsidiary, Shiseido India Private, in Mumbai.
A survey by South Korea’s business lobby has revealed that more than 80 percent of consumers increased their spending on anti-ageing products and services over the past three years.
The Korean beauty industry is the major trend-setter in Asia and is perfect for the male grooming sector, according to one finished goods manufacturer.
The director general of the Thailand International Trade Promotion Department Srirat Rastapana has announced that demand for Thai cosmetics in the UAE is at an all-time high.
Thailand based soap-maker Sukapawadee says it has conducted clinical trials that give credence to claims that its goat’s milk-based soaps have moisturising and skin brightening properties.
If hair care is to push on and increase growth over the coming years it can do worse than to look at the trends that have boosted the colour cosmetics and skin care markets recently and use these examples for its own innovation.
Hair care is not having its best time throughout Asia-Pacific, with all markets hit, and Australia is no different as growth is stuttering slightly, with hair colourants and styling agents emerging as the top categories.
Ever been out and about and seen someone pull out the antibacterial handwash for an impromptu clean? It turns out rising awareness of hygiene amongst Australians is driving the growth of the hygiene chemicals market.
Last week’s Cosme Tech show in Tokyo was already one of the biggest industry trade shows in the world, but next year event organizer Reed Exhibitions Japan want it to be even bigger and more international.
Last week’s Cosme Tech 2013 event in Tokyo highlighted some of the most innovative and cutting edge Korean finished products that are targeted at the all-important Japanese cosmetics market.
The shampoo category is the best of a bad bunch in the Japanese hair care market as it struggles to deal with the declining population and falls behind oral hygiene and men’s toiletries with a CAGR of just 4.0 per cent to 2017.
According to the most recent research from market analysts Digital Luxury Group, Chanel has become the number one most sought-after global luxury brand in China, overtaking Louis Vuitton particularly in the beauty segments.
The developing men’s grooming trend in India and China are driving the global sector according to the latest research by analyst Kline, thanks to greater disposable income raising usage levels.
The leading event for the Japanese ingredients market, Cosme Tech 2013, is due to open its door next week and the Cosmetics Design editorial team will be there to report on all the highlights.
According to analysts Research and Markets, global demand for N-butanol, a solvent used in cosmetics, has grown significantly over the past few years and is expected to grow at a more rapid pace by 2018, mainly driven by growing demand in the Asia-Pacific...
In this latest blog, Imogen Matthews looks at the new trend of product customisation and evaluates whether or not it can provide enough impetus to become the next big thing for the cosmetics industry.
China is a target market for many industries particularly cosmetics, due to rising affluence in the region and the fast economic growth it is displaying; and this will see fragrances boom in the coming years too.
As the world continues to go green, the demand for ayurvedic cosmetics particularly in India, is set for an increase in demand as cosmetics featuring natural or herbal components become more important to consumers.
Having established itself in Europe with its ingredients show, and successfully launched in Asia too, Reed exhibitions is taking the in-cosmetics brand to Brasil to focus on South American personal care ingredients.
The third Skin Care Ingredients online show opened its doors yesterday to a packed programme of conference presentations, the latest ingredients launches and booths featuring some of the biggest ingredients players.
The recent Label Summit in Indonesia saw industry professionals such as cosmetic adhesive label suppliers gather alongside senior figures from the South East Asian and Australasian packaging and print sector to gain insight into the growth opportunities...
As the cosmetics market in Asia continues to grow and offer great potential to ingredient suppliers and manufacturers, the organisers of this year’s in-cosmetics Asia event have honed in on the key trends for the next edition.
India has been identified as having enormous growth potential for the cosmetics industry and a new report from market researcher Canadean suggests there is no sign of a let up, with fragrance the fastest growing sector.
On Wednesday, June 12th 2013, the SkinCare Ingredients virtual trade show and conference will be back for the third year running for this crucial event.
This is the claim being made by one of the country’s leading Ayurveda experts, who says that many of these products being sold over the counter can actually harm the skin.
According to the Census and Statistics Department of Hong Kong, the cosmetics industry has come out on top with a 12 per cent rise in purchases compared to this time last year, beating overall growth sales for food, alcohol and various other consumer...
Skin lightening has long been a trend in Asia and is set to continue to boost the global market in the next five years, according to Global Industry Analysts’ latest report.
According to a recent meeting of the EU Chamber of Commerce in China, more European companies are planning further investment in the country, particularly in its western areas.
The tactic employed by ingredients suppliers in order to stay one step ahead has developed a much more consumer-led theme in recent years and this is relevant when observing the big players’ approach to Asia.
Despite already being thought of as a girl’s best friend, diamonds are being favoured in a new way as more skin care formulators are turning to the material for skin care purposes.
For many years we have been concerned with how we age, how to get rid of wrinkles and keep skin young; and when it comes to hair care, this is no different, with the anti-aging trend driving the market with the US and Japan poised to pounce.
The continued rise of skin care beauty devices worldwide is being driven by the fact that consumers are feel they are getting additional efficacy to boost and work in union with topical products.
Next month’s Cosme Tech 2013 event will include bi-lingual key note conference presentations that will focus on the challenges of regulating and marketing products in the Japanese market.
A lot is expected from the emerging markets in the cosmetics industry, and the global perfume segment is no exception, as under-penetration and innovative product launches are tipped to drive the market.
The economic growth in China slowed slightly from a GDP of 9.2 percent in 2011 to 7.8 percent in 2012, however this has not stunted consumers’ will to tackle beauty concerns and has seen foreign brands experience fast growth.
As the Chinese cosmetics market becomes increasingly desirable for international brands, knowledge of evolving consumer behaviour is invaluable to those investing in the region. Here; Renee Hartmann, co-founder of 'China Luxury Advisors' gives...
The male grooming market in South Korea is continuing to boom as the modern man becomes ever more concerned with his appearance and is increasingly aware of the benefits associated with a proper beauty regime.
Launching for the first time in India and taking place in Mumbai from June 6-7, Cosmetics and Science 2013 is a two-day conference designed to shed light on challenges and critical areas within the cosmetics market.
Three industry events will be battling for the limelight this week in the New York area, including the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, NYSCC Suppliers Day and Luxe Pack.
Beauty boxes have gained considerable ground in the North America and European markets, but as the trend starts to proliferate in the Asia Pacific region, one expert asks how viable it is in certain markets, particularly Southeast Asia.
One of Japan's biggest yearly industry events, Cosme Tech 2013, will again open its doors in Tokyo at the end of June, showcasing both Japanese and international innovations.
According to the latest research from market analyst Global TGI, India and China have come to be amongst the cosmetics industry's most important players due to continuous economic growth and increasing consumer spending power.
According to a report by market researcher RNCOS, the Indian baby care sector is estimated to be INR 647.6 billion (US $11.91 billion) in 2012, and is forecasted to register a CAGR of around 17 per cent from 2011-2015.
From whitening to BB/CC creams and TCM ingredients, the Asian markets are now more than ever providing new sources of inspiration and development to western markets. Here, Cosmetics Design speaks to the experts on what we can expect to see next from the...
Swizterland—based Induchem took top prize at the in-cosmetics Innovation Zone Best Ingredient award, with its newly launched anti-ageing ingredient Neodermyl.
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