Making a bang: L’Oréal champions open innovation to drive consumer-focused solutions
L’Oréal is embracing open innovation to fuel consumer-driven beauty tech with the first Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program held in the region.
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‘Holistic head-to-toe solutions’: Justhuman expands neurocosmetic portfolio with first skin care launch
Neurocosmetic brand Justhuman has launched its first skin care product on its way to develop a full suite of holistic beauty and personal care products.
How to win over… beauty consumers in India’s tier-two and -three cities
Insights from Nykaa, Potion Inc, and Invest India highlight strategies to win over its price-sensitive consumers and navigate diverse distribution challenges within India’s tier two and three cities.
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.
‘The third pillar of beauty’: Nykaa ‘doubling down’ on prestige fragrance in bid to gain market share
Indian omnichannel beauty retailer Nykaa will increase its focus on the prestige fragrance segment after observing high growth over its last quarter.
Prepare for launch: Beiersdorf outlines plans for NIVEA, Eucerin debuts in India
German beauty and personal care company Beiersdorf is set to launch NIVEA Face and Eucerin in India, where it sees tremendous potential in the facial care category.
Less palm, more skin benefits: Hindustan Unilever's new soap technology brings ‘dramatic’ superiority to Lux, Lifebuoy
Hindustan Unilever’s (HUL) Stratos technology reduces palm oil in soap by 25% and claims to have superior functional benefits to the skin barrier, fragrance delivery, and more.
‘We are at the forefront of this change’: Hindustan Unilever pushes skinification across portfolio to stay ahead of shifting India market
Unilever’s India subsidiary, Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is pushing skinification innovations across brands and categories as the trend sweeps across the market.
Indus Valley aims to secure 30% of India’s online premium hair colour market with organic offerings
Organic cosmetics company Indus Valley is working to corner 30% of India's online premium boxed hair colour market as part of its ambitious growth plans.
Clean performance: India hair care consumer prioritise clean formulas, repair treatments – Schwarzkopf Professional
The heightened awareness of hair health and cosmetic ingredients among Indian consumers is influencing their choice for hair repair treatments and clean formulas, observes German brand Schwarzkopf Professional.
‘Flexibility and creativity’: Behind Coty’s efforts to bolster its prestige beauty portfolio in India
American beauty multinational Coty has pushed its marketing efforts for brands such as Burberry Beauty and Kylie Cosmetics as it nurtures its prestige beauty business in India.
Lotus Herbals aims to ‘dominate’ India’s sun care market on the back of range expansion
India’s Lotus Herbals is set to expand it range of sun protection products as part of goals to expand its dominance in the country.
‘Bigger and more impactful’: Brick-and-mortar presence vital as more brands seek India entry - Nykka
India’s beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa sees the need to reinforce its physical retail network to entice more global brands to work with them on India market entry.
‘Six big bets’: Unilever identifies six key demand spaces to advance India beauty business
Unilever’s Indian subsidiary will invest in six key areas including sun care, masstige, and weatherproof body care to further its goal of becoming “a world-class beauty company”.
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How to win over… Asia’s discerning luxury beauty consumers
Insight and data from Clé de Peau Beauté, Elizabeth Arden, LUXASIA, and more reveal that Asia Pacific’s luxury beauty segment faces the challenge of justifying its high prices to more discerning consumers against a backdrop of economic uncertainties and...
100 stores in 5 years: Apparel Group, Nykaa have ‘bold vision’ to expand Nyssa across GCC region
New Middle Eastern beauty retailer Nyssa is aiming to unveil 100 stores across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region in five years.
‘India has not even begun that trend’: Nykaa beauty chief eyes huge opportunity in prestige segment
Beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa believes its future growth will come from the under-tapped prestige beauty segment.
‘Holistic well-being’: SoulTree puts Ayurvedic spin on body care to meet increasing holistic expectations
India-based SoulTree hopes its integration of Ayurvedic principles into body care will help meet consumer demand for products that can meet wellness, luxury, natural, and eco-friendly expectations.
Up in smoke: Male smokers face 1.8 times higher risk of hair loss
Men who smoke at least 10 cigarettes per day are more likely to suffer hair loss than those who do not smoke, new data reveals.
Hindustan Unilever expects ‘decades of massive growth’ with refocused beauty division – CEO
Unilever’s Indian subsidiary anticipates exponential growth in beauty touting its robust portfolio of brands that will include mass, premium, and prestige brands.
From skin to strands: Conscious Chemist launching scalp care line to tackle rising hair fall issue in India
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.
India embraces K-beauty: Korean sunscreen, glass skin among top searches by consumers
A surge in consumer interest for Korean sunscreen and glass skin has prompted Indian retailer Nykaa to curate products, content, and events to cater to the growing demand for K-beauty in India.
L’Oréal looks to capture derma beauty market in India with debut of CeraVe
L’Oréal’s dermatological beauty division has made its first foray into India with the launch of skin care brand CeraVe, in a bid to meet the growing demand for science-backed derma beauty in the country.
‘A very exciting space’: HUL will push innovation ‘aggressively’ to maximise opportunities in beauty – CEO
Unilever's Indian subsidiary is committed to driving innovation in order to uncover potential opportunities within the nation's beauty and personal care market, says its CEO.
India insights: L’Oréal, Shiseido, HUL on trends and developments in India’s beauty market
We round up the most recent developments in India featuring news from L’Oréal, Shiseido, HUL and more.
Reliance Retail acquires rights to Sephora in India
The Indian retail group has acquired Arvind Beauty Brands Retail, which includes Sephora rights, and is now eyeing expansion in the growing market.
India’s Botnal sets foot in physical retail amid rising demand for functional skin care
India-based cosmetics brand Botnal is making its debut in brick-and-mortar stores via a partnership with a local pharmacy retail chain, following the recent launch of its functional skin care range.
Shiseido India acceleration: ‘Seismic shift’ towards skin care and self-care represents significant opportunities
Shiseido is aiming to harness interest in skin care and self-care as a gateway to substantial growth opportunities in India’s beauty market.
India’s AVEIL capitalising on growth in skin care and beauty supplements to embark on global expansion
India-based brand AVEIL is gearing up for expansion into South East Asia and Middle East, on the back of strong growth in the skin care and beauty-from-within supplement categories.
‘Attractive avenue’: Lotus Herbals sees ‘substantial potential’ in India’s derma beauty market
India’s Lotus Herbals has debuted a new professional skin care range to tap into the potential of the local derma beauty market.
Brushes with purpose: Kohl Kreatives eyes growth potential among India’s eco-conscious beauty consumers
UK-based Kohl Kreatives is confident that its premium makeup tools will appeal to environmentally conscious consumers in India.
Now live: L’Oréal underscores importance of social commerce in SAPMENA region
French beauty giant L’Oréal claims social commerce acceleration across South Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa region (SAPMENA) is a major opportunity for growth, with the firm livestreaming for up to 21 hours a day across several key brands.
India insights: Estée Lauder, L’Oréal on trends and developments in India’s beauty market
We round up the most recent developments in India featuring news from Estée Lauder, L’Oreal, Nykaa, SUGAR Cosmetics and more.
On the radar: Extensive physical store network ‘crucial’ in attracting global beauty brands to India
An extensive network of brick-and-mortar stores will be crucial in attracting global brands to India, says Nykaa’s beauty chief.
Mass potential: Dot & Key grows five-fold since 2021 on the back of repricing efforts
Indian skin care brand Dot & Key has grown five times over the past couple of years after repositioning it to attract mass market audiences.
‘The right time’: L’Oréal bets on Redken to satisfy Indian consumers’ need for individualisation and experimentation
L’Oréal Professional has launched Redken in India to fulfil the growing demand for specialised solutions across colour, styling, and care in the hair care market.
‘Incredible response’: SUGAR Cosmetics unlocking untapped potential in India’s developing cities
India-based SUGAR Cosmetics is optimistic of significant growth opportunities in smaller cities due to factors such as a burgeoning consumer base, rising disposable incomes, and demand for accessibility to beauty products.
Chicnutrix taps into K-beauty expertise to develop ‘holistic, end-to-end solutions’
Chicnutrix capitalises on South Korean beauty manufacturing expertise to develop a skin care line that could meet consumer demand for holistic solutions.
Value over volume: Mint producer eyeing new opportunities among indie oral care brands
Mint producer Jindal Drugs sees untapped opportunities among new oral care brands that value the use of high-quality natural ingredients.
‘Clean beauty that shows results’: Justhuman targets underserved mature women with new line
Justhuman’s new hair and skin care line is capitalising on the microbiome movement to bridge the gap between clean beauty and fast results, and sees ‘massive growth’ in Gen X consumers in both India and US.
‘Diverse products’: Canada’s Voir Haircare on tapping into India’s growth opportunities
Voir Haircare has partnered with India’s online beauty marketplace Cossouq to benefit from growing demand for scalp care and multipurpose haircare products among Indian consumers.
‘A clear winner’: India a ‘key priority’ for global beauty firms after China troubles – Nykaa
India’s beauty and personal care sector is emerging as a major beneficiary as global beauty players look to ‘diversify and de-risk’ from China, says Nykaa’s beauty chief.
Beyond UV protection: Indian consumers looking for ‘functionality and aesthetics’ in sun care - Lotus Herbals
India beauty brand Lotus Herbals says that the informed Indian consumer is looking for ‘holistic skin care solutions’ in sun care products that go beyond UV protection.
Targeted products, affordability and transparency are key to capturing consumer dollars in India – Botnal
Indian cosmetics brand Botnal has seen a 30% growth within three months after listing on e-commerce platform Nykaa, which galvanised its plans to further tap into its domestic market and the rising probiotics skin care space.
‘That’s how we’ll get growth’: Success of beauty premiumisation key to success – Hindustan Unilever CEO
The premiumisation of its beauty and personal care portfolio will be key to driving growth of the business, says the CEO of Unilever’s India subsidiary.
‘Overcoming resistance’: How the convergence of halal and vegan can attract non-Muslim consumers – Indian beauty brand
Indian beauty brand Saba Personal Care is hoping that its combination of halal and vegan products will broaden its appeal beyond Muslim consumers and steal a march on the MNCs that are yet to truly exploit such categories.
Colour combination: How India’s Juicy Cosmetics is reaping rewards with ‘clean’ make-up that takes care of the skin
India’s Juicy Cosmetics says its organic colour cosmetics range is contributing to 30% of its revenue, just four months after its launch, with the firm revealing plans to debut more ‘technology-driven products’ and boost offline touchpoints to bolster...
‘iPhone of razors’: India’s Bombae aims to revolutionise the underserved women’s grooming market
Indian grooming brand Bombae is tapping into India’s underserved women’s grooming market by developing more ergonomic razor blades, as well as complementary products to give women a ‘spa-like experience’.
India’s Lotus Herbals expands its men's skin care portfolio, focusing on 'target-based remedial products'
Indian beauty firm Lotus Herbals is expanding its men’s facial products range with a focus on ‘target-based remedial products’ and has in its pipeline to tap on trends around personalised beauty enabled by technology.
Innovate or fade: Why constant experimentation is vital to attract Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers – SUGAR CEO
Innovation and experimentation are vital for beauty brands who want to stay relevant with Generation Z and Generation Alpha consumers, who are the future of the market, says SUGAR Cosmetics CEO.