SOFINA iP expands ‘UV protector’ range for blemish-prone skin
Kao-owned derma skin care brand SOFINA iP is adding a new product to its “UV protector” series, targeting consumers whose skin is prone to blemishes caused by sun exposure.
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OSAJI releasing dual-function skin care to combat air pollutants, pollen allergies
Japanese sensitive skin care brand OSAJI is set to launch a “Defence” series that claims to work as a shield against external stressors while improving skin moisture retention.
Mixed extracts of Indian pennywort, Arabica coffee and turmeric display promising cosmetic application potential
A Thai study finds that the combined extracts of Centella asiatica (Indian pennywort), Coffea arabica (Arabica coffee) and Curcuma longa (turmeric) exhibited high antioxidant and moisture retention activities for application in cosmetic products.
Skin deep dive: Top 10 stories on APAC skin care innovation in 2024
Check out this round-up of our biggest stories on skin care this year, featuring product news, market insights, and more.
Skin spotlight: The most-read stories on skin care developments in APAC
We round up five recent stories on the APAC skin care industry, featuring an LG H&H, Suu Balm, Facetheory, and more.
Pola Chem develops personalised skin models with urine-derived iPS cells
Pola Chemical Industries unveils personalised skin models created from urine-derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS), advancing research in personalised beauty solutions.
Brand update: Facetheory, LG H&H, Origins in our brand spolight
Our round-up of the beauty brands in Asia Pacific features news and updates from Facetheory, LG H&H, Origins, and more.
Long-lasting wave: Ksisters expands bestselling Jung Beauty hair care range, opens flagship store in Singapore
K-beauty retailer Ksisters has launched a new hair product under its Jung Beauty brand alongside the opening of its first retail store in Singapore, amid evolving but persistent popularity of Korean cosmetic innovations.
‘Beauty and wellbeing are tied together’: Florasis to launch skin care line in 2025 as interest in TCM, well-being surges
C-beauty major Florasis (花西子) will launch a skin care line next year, tapping into the resurgence of interest in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in beauty as consumers prioritise health and wellbeing.
LG H&H zeroes in on North American expansion with The Face Shop, Belif, CNP
LG Household & Health Care is prioritising The Face Shop, Belif, and CNP in a bid to expand its influence in the North American beauty sector.
‘Pushing the boundaries of science’: Origins’s Youthtopia highlights powerful potential of upcycled beauty ingredients
Origins’ new Youthtopia series highlights the transformative potential of upcycled beauty ingredients and is spurring the brand to brand to explore future opportunities in upcycling.
How to win over… the dynamic Indonesian consumer
Exclusive insights from beauty brands like AXIS-Y and Somethinc, alongside industry experts, shed light on the burgeoning Indonesian beauty market while highlighting its major challenges and opportunities.
Vytle for all: Suu Balm makers aim to broaden consumer base with new menthol-less brand
Good Pharma Dermatology is seeking to attract a broader consumer base seeking effective, dermatologist-backed skin care with a new launch called Vytle.
APR Corp thriving in Japan and Chinese-speaking markets, to expand overseas sales channels for new products
South Korean beauty tech firm APR Corp aims to build on its promising sales performances in Japan and China, while broadening overseas sales channels for new products.
Across the CD-verse: October Roundup
This month's global roundup takes a concise look at the latest global advances in skin care tech, sustainability breakthroughs, and regulatory developments driving change in the cosmetics industry.
Minting new possibilities : Anua set to unveil ceramide product backed by Cosmax’s new Coincelle delivery tech
South Korean skin care brand Anua will introduce a new ceramide product empowered by Cosmax’s new Coincelle delivery system.
Gpower partners with Amorepacific to accelerate development of dual-function beauty tech devices
South Korean firm Gpower has signed a memorandum of understanding with Amorepacific-owned Pacific Tech to facilitate the development of beauty tech devices boasting both diagnosis and personalised skin care functions.
The Upcycled Beauty Company banks on high consumer awareness and adoption to seize growth opportunities in Asia
UK-based The Upcycled Beauty Company is banking on the greater consumer awareness and adoption of recycling in Asian countries, especially South Korea, to accelerate its growth in the region.
Beauty for all: Orbis’ latest affordable skin care line aims to democratise anti-ageing
Newly-launched Orbis Shot Plus is a new skin care line that is targeting consumers looking for 'affordable anti-aging skincare that offers long-term value'.
Carté HD marks SEA expansion with Singapore launch, plans 2025 Thailand debut
Kosé-owned Carté HD has made its debut in Singapore and has plans to launch in Thailand next year as part of overall global expansion plans.
‘A multi-sensory brand experience’: Skincalories invests USD1.9m to produce 10 original songs ahead of 2025 expansion
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.
Skin spotlight: The most-read stories on skin care innovation and developments in APAC
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.
Key to skin regeneration? Menard study identifies diglycerides as crucial to skin stem cell growth
Japanese company Menard Cosmetics has found a component within sweet cherry seeds that it believes increases skin stem cells.
Iron metabolism linked to psoriasis, zinc and selenium intake may reduce atopic dermatitis risk – study
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
Iron metabolism linked to psoriasis, zinc and selenium intake may reduce atopic dermatitis risk – study
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
KraveBeauty looks to apply TikTok-viral ‘egg packaging’ to other products, expand line-up for Singapore market
US-based KraveBeauty is looking to extend the application of its waste-minimising “egg packaging” and to introduce refills for popular products, while expanding its offerings for the Singapore market.
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Anti-scar RNA patch maker says it can expand technology to tackle eczema, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles
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.
Behind the bacterium innovation "for more sustainable sun protection"
Italian microbiome startup Bacfarm just won Shiseido’s annual startup competition with an innovation that can have uses in both topical and nutra sun care products. We spoke to the co-founder to learn more about how it could disrupt the category...
Riding the 'second wave' of K-Beauty in the US market
With K-Beauty's expansion into new categories and a projected market value of $9.9 billion in North America by 2032, US manufacturers and retailers are positioned to benefit by embracing the 'Second Wave of K-Beauty.'
Clean sweep: DHC develops cleanser tech that addresses challenges of makeup removal for mature skin
DHC has developed balm cleanser technology designed to effectively remove makeup with less friction making it more effective and gentler for mature skin.
Daebong Life Science derives anti-ageing material from ‘ugly lotus roots’, realises first commercial application
South Korean cosmetics firm Daebong Life Science has developed a new anti-ageing raw material extracted from discarded lotus roots, which has been applied in a serum that is set to launch in the US.
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‘Testing would give absolute certainty’: Tremendous potential in neurocosmetics hindered by lack of robust testing methods
The neurocosmetics sector shows tremendous potential as the line of beauty and wellness blurs, but progress in this space is hindered by a lack of testing methods.
Skin spotlight: The most-read stories on skin care innovation and developments in APAC
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 team up to explore link between lifestyle, skin disorders, skin microbiome for personalised solutions
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.
October 2: Get ready for our Skin Care Advancement webinar
There's still time to register! Don't miss the chance to hear from industry experts on everything from skin care ingredient formulation trends to innovations in anti-aging and the impact of consumer demand on new product development.
Herbal hero: C-beauty brand Inoherb eyes overseas growth potential in SEA
Chinese herbal skin care brand Inoherb is exploring expansion into South East Asia as it anticipates a C-beauty skin care boom.
P. acnes inhibitor: Bamboo vinegar found to have similar properties to lauric, azelaic acid
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.
Study reevaluates topical body formulations: New insights for cosmetics and PBC manufacturers
Researchers determined that Alastin’s TransFORM Body Treatment "exhibited superior performance in maintaining collagen production and promoting healthy elastin fiber formation" compared to SkinMedica's Firm and Tone Body Lotion, suggesting that long-term...
Drop Zone: Clinique, Glow Recipe, Innisfree, Paula’s Choice tap into the retinol renaissance
CosmeticsDesign-Asia rounds up the latest product launches in the region from Clinique, Glow Recipe, Innisfree, and Paula’s Choice that are tapping into the demand for retinol among the skintellectuals.
Making sense of scents: Shiseido emphasises increasing importance of fragrance in skin care
Japanese beauty brand Shiseido’s skin care fragrance development highlights the growing significance of scents in skin care in enhancing emotional wellbeing.
Viral potential: K-beauty brand behind viral multi balm to introduce new sun stick
K-beauty brand Kahi will launch a new sun care stick which it anticipates will become its next blockbuster product.
Tailored solutions: Aesthetic physician highlights potential of personalised skin care for effective patient care
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.
Early bird: Gyudon giant Yoshinoya makes beauty entry to tap into cosmetic potential of ostrich oil
Japanese Fast-food company Yoshinoya Holdings is venturing into the beauty sector with the launch of Speedia, a skin care line featuring ostrich oil.
Japanese brand Eternam taps regenerative medicine to develop lip and skin care from umbilical cord-derived stem cell
Japanese brand Eternam recently debuted lip and skin care products made using umbilical cord-derived stem cells via regenerative medicine technology, as such materials increasingly gain interest in the cosmetics sector.
‘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.
Mood-boosting touch: IPSA intensifies personalised skin care development centred on skin-mind connection
Shiseido-owned cosmetics brand IPSA is doubling down on its personalised skin care innovations, with a focus on benefits for both the skin and mental wellness.
Japan’s matsukiyo launches pollution-protective body milk amid increasing demand
Japanese drugstore brand matsukiyo is set to launch a new body milk that claims to protect against external stressors and works during sleep to bring moisturising effects, amid growing demand for this product type in the local market.
Japanese femcare brand LUMÉRE BEAUTY expands line-up targeting vaginal and bust care
Japanese femcare brand LUMÉRE BEAUTY is seeking to address minor discomforts faced by women in daily life by expanding its line-up with two new products targeting the “delicate zones”.
The doctor is back: Dr Jart+ re-launches in Japan as K-beauty interest grows
Estee Lauder-owned K-beauty skin care brand Dr Jart+ has re-launched in Japan, as its latest earnings reveal declining sales in Asia.
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.