Beauty retailer Sa Sa’s latest quarterly highlights major challenges in key markets Hong Kong and Macau such as reduced local consumption and increased outbound travel.
Singapore beauty brand Skincalories is partnering with music labels to produce 10 original tracks it believes will amplify its brand as it gears up for expansion plans in 2025.
We round up five recent stories on the APAC skin care industry, featuring an RNA patch that treats scarring, Ya-Man’s 24K gold-covered microneedle products, ANUA’s European expansion and more.
Our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty market features Olive Young analysis on purchase preferences, hair colour trends, and Phyto’s new minimalist approach.
Contract manufacturer Cosmax is banking on major new opportunities in China’s domestic beauty market on the back of the rise in online direct-to-consumer brands in recent years.
L’Oréal’s Japanese research and innovation team has developed a new method objectively evaluating the coverage of makeup foundation using hyperspectral imaging (HSI).
RNAscence Biotechnology says its RNA patch technology can broaden its impact beyond scar treatment to tackle a variety of skin issues from eczema to hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
South Korean beauty brand ANUA is set to expand its presence in Europe with plans to roll out to 120 UK Boots outlets by October as it works to increase its global footprint.
Japanese beauty device company Ya-Man will launch two skin care products featuring 24K gold-coated microneedles to support overall skin health and address signs of ageing.
Green soybean extract is a safe and stable option for inhibiting tyrosinase activity and boosting anti-pigmentation properties, according to a new Thai study.
C-beauty major Perfect Diary has launched the second-generation version of bionic film technology and applied it to a new skin care range and lipstick.
Olive Young's sales data highlights purchase preferences, with US consumers favouring sun care, UK buyers focusing on skin texture concerns, and Japanese shoppers choosing personal care products and supplements.
In this round-up of beauty business updates in the APAC cosmetics industry, we highlight the business developments of Phyto, LG H&H, Estée Lauder and more.
Colours that improve an individual’s mood and confidence, as well as digital games- and nature-inspired hues, are expected to drive the next hair colour trends, says experts.
We round up five recent stories on the APAC skin care market, featuring new retinol launches, a study on bamboo vinegar, and the potential of personalised skin care in medical aesthetics.
Cosmax and Harvard are partnering to investigate how lifestyle factors affect skin disorders and the skin microbiome, with the goal of developing personalised skin care solutions.
Exclusive insights from Elizabeth Arden, G&M Cosmetics, Aromababy, alongside industry experts shed light on the increasing complex landscape of China’s beauty market while highlighting its major challenges and opportunities.
We round up recent developments in the Chinese beauty market, including Inoherb’s expansion into South East Asia, Estée Lauder on prestige beauty rebound, Coty’s confidence in high-end skin care sector, Shiseido’s price-competition concerns, and latest...
Japanese personal care major Mandom is rolling out NatureLab Tokyo in Singapore as it seeks the opportunity to meet the demands for clean, natural and ingredient-led scalp care solutions.
Sephora’s revamped ION Orchard store in Singapore introduces more personalised consultations, tech-driven tools, and a social media spotlight to create a seamless, engaging shopping experience.
Our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty market includes Guardian Singapore’s introduction of 12 new beauty brands, a product launch focus on retinol products, and fragrance trends in SEA.
A Chinese study has revealed that the organic acids found in bamboo vinegar demonstrated effects comparable to lauric and azelaic acid in inhibiting Propionibacterium acnes.
The booming gourmand fragrance trend in South East Asia is driving a broader movement towards creative perfumery that extends beyond traditional sweet notes.
Beauty consumers are most likely to prioritise devices and treatments as skin solutions over supplements amid growing demand for immediate and visible outcomes.
An aesthetic physician hopes to see the potential of personalised skin care realised in the medical aesthetic space, advocating for tailored solutions to enhance patient outcomes.
E-commerce retailer Shopee Korea is aiming for 300% growth in Thailand next year as K-beauty brands such as COSRX, Fwee, Torriden, and VT Cosmetics surge in demand.
South Korean consumer goods company LG Household and Health Care (LGH&H) has invested KRW5bn (USD3.73m) in a venture capital fund that fosters K-beauty start-ups.
Our recap of the most-read beauty and personal care stories of August 2024 including including Hindustan Unilever’s (HUL) Stratos technology, Beiersdorf's launch plans in India, Nykaa's insights into prestige fragrance in India and more.