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Avon Products appoints new head of APAC

10-Jul-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The Asia-Pacific arm of the global cosmetics retailer will see industry executive Bill Rahn lead its region.

L'Oréal China and Alibaba team up on green packaging

02-Jul-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Cosmetics giant, L'Oréal, and e-commerce leader, Alibaba Group, are boosting their efforts to reduce waste by using environmentally friendly packaging.

Hindustan Unilever teams with Amazon India on male grooming

27-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The leading Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) company, Hindustan Unilever (HUL), partners with Amazon India to develop and launch a male grooming range.

Should male grooming brands adjust their customer journey approach?

21-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Strategy and Research unit, Inkling London, uses OpenSource to explore how male grooming brands can optimise their offering and customer experience.

Chinese consumers are “all-in on naturals”

18-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Global marketing strategy consultancy, Clear, conducts study to explore how Chinese, US and UK brands are drawing in loyal consumers in the natural cosmetics segment, and how Chinese traditional remedies are proving a source of inspiration.

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Get ahead of the make up curve for 2019/2020

13-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Muddy orange, beige and glitter are set to make a big impact as we look towards next year’s colour cosmetics seasons.

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How is J-beauty expansion shaping consumer choice?

13-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The popularity of Japanese beauty products and solutions are enjoying growing success and stretching beyond their domestic market to reach global consumers.

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How changing perspectives can re-engage consumers

12-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

We chatted to Michael Nolte, Creative Director, Beautystreams, about the power of colour predictions, product forecasts, and consumer insights, and how this can be translated into positive product choice and marketing moves.

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The J-beauty comeback: What competition in today’s cosmetics marketplace looks like

12-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

As Japanese skin and hair trends have struck an appealing chord with cosmetics shoppers, we explore with Jorge Larranaga, Deputy Director, Manufacturing Department at Number Three what buyers are looking for and whether a competitive relationship exists...

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What do K-beauty brands look like in 2018?

11-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

K-beauty has achieved world-renowned industry status and is synonymous with innovative, creative and exciting beauty. We talk to Ju Rhyu of Inside the Raum to get the lowdown on the latest Korean beauty updates.

Cosmoprof Asia 2018 puts the spotlight ‘on hair’

06-Jun-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The 23rd edition of the leading B2B cosmetics industry event enhances its wide region appeal by focusing on ‘the entire Asia-Pacific beauty industry’.

Special Newsletter: NYSCC Suppliers' Day

Ashland showcases latest ingredient launches at NYSCC Suppliers' Day

24-May-2018 By Simon Pitman

We caught up with Joel Mantelin, global marketing manager for biofunctionals at Ashland Specialty Ingredients at the recent NYSCC Suppliers' Day to find out more about the company's latest ingredient launches, including a new stem cell based...

Special Newsletter: NYSCC Suppliers Day

Ashland showcases its sustainable aloe vera sourcing in Mexico

24-May-2018 By Simon Pitman

We caught up with Joe Torella, vice president, skin care and business intelligence, Ashland to find out more about the company's very interesting sustainable aloe vera sourcing project in Mexico.

How indie beauty brands are flying the naturals flag - Mintel

18-May-2018 By Simon Pitman

The Indie beauty category and the naturals trend have always been a perfect complement, so it comes as no surprise that some of the most progressive and forward-thinking natural brands are also independently owned.

Amorepacific opens its first pop-up shop in New York

15-May-2018 By Natasha Spencer

In a joint partnership with prestigious fashion magazine, Marie Claire Magazine, the South Korean beauty leader, Amorepacific unveils its inaugural global beauty pop-up in New York City, US.

in-cosmetics Korea 2018 reveals this year's K-beauty speakers

01-May-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Formulation innovations, marketing trends and regulations will be at the forefront of this year’s in-cosmetics Korea 2018 as its speakers are announced.

LG H&H acquires Avon Japan

30-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

South Korean cosmetics goods leader purchases 100% of Avon Japan to strengthen its Japanese business.

New approaches correct the cross-sectional shape of hair

25-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Shiseido creates two methods in a bid to restore hair vitality and create manageable shiny and healthy-looking hair.

Cellmid expands its hair loss and anti-ageing brand presence

25-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The company’s popular évolis range of hair care products gears up to move into the premium retail market by entering Bloomingdales in the US.

Secoo to establish a luxury O2O integrated platform

24-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

High-end consumers will soon have access to Secoo’s luxury product-based platform following its brand upgrade.

Dr. Bronner’s aims to ‘Heal Earth!’ through regenerative agriculture

18-Apr-2018 By Simon Pitman

Regenerative agriculture is not exactly a buzz word quite yet, but it is certainly one to watch, and Dr. Bronner’s, known for its natural soaps, is now playing a big part in raising the profile of this vital movement.

How Lazada is utilising O2O

17-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The online shopping and selling destination in Southeast Asia is celebrating a key period in its growth, marked by its collaboration with Alibaba, and pop-up event in Singapore.

Small beauty brands weigh in on the importance of sourcing cosmetics and personal care ingredients locally

11-Apr-2018 By Deanna Utroske, Editor

Cosmetics Design checked in with indie brand leaders, working on opposite corners of the globe—Ashley Prange of Au Naturale Cosmetics and Ann Leslie of Pure Nut—to find out how and why local sourcing is key to the sustainability of their beauty businesses.

in-cosmetics Korea gets ready to introduce latest innovations

10-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The 2018 instalment of the Korea-focused beauty event will showcase at least 33 new suppliers.

Event review

PCHi promotes its annual showcase as a “choice global sourcing platform”

09-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

As Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) closed the doors on its 11th edition in Shanghai, it continues to strengthen its position as a "choice sourcing platform” for the international personal care sector.

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Scientific partnership: Emphasising ethics in hair care

03-Apr-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Along with high-quality, consumers demand hair extensions that prioritise transparency relating to the origin and condition of hair.

in-cosmetics Global brings on board new speakers

28-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

As part of its educational programme, in-cosmetics Global 2018 enlists new faces for its upcoming show in Amsterdam.

Theme parks enhance shopping experience in China

28-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Entertainment and experiential shopping is set to step up a gear as China’s leading centre prepares to welcome a theme park.

And here they are… the finalists for the 2018 Beauty Industry Awards!

28-Mar-2018 By Simon Pitman

The judging panels have been hard at it for the past few weeks, trying to narrow down the finalists from the hundreds of submissions we have received.

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China Beauty Expo preview: Opportunities through advanced science in beauty

27-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

In the run-up to the leading event dedicated to advanced scientific techniques and insights in China, in co-operation with IFSCC, we spoke with Claudie Willemin Scientific Editor at International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) and...

PCHi 2018 Fountain Awards celebrate innovation

26-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

As Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) closes its doors for another year, we bring you the winners of this year’s Fountain Awards which praise fresh and cutting-edge technologies and progressive developments.

Kao launches new hair colouring product in Europe

20-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

The Japanese cosmetics company unveils '@Pure Pigments', a hair colourant that contains 'HD3 Dye Technology', after undertaking joint research with Fujifilm.

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Consumer Insights: Creating fun and playfulness

20-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Emotional wellbeing messaging is catching on as more consumers are looking for ways to achieve positive mental wellbeing through their beauty and skin care regimes, Matthew Crabbe, Regional Trends Director, Asia Pacific, at Mintel emphasises.

Mark the date for the Cosmetics Design trends presentation at in-cosmetics Global

20-Mar-2018 By Simon Pitman

The Cosmetics Design editorial team will be presenting a comprehensive analysis of global beauty trends and forecasts at the in-cosmetics Global event in Amsterdam. Don't miss it!

Australian Society of Cosmetic Chemists celebrates its 50th Annual Conference

19-Mar-2018 By Belinda Carli, Director, Institute of Personal Care Science

The Australian Society of Cosmetic Chemists (ASCC) supports networking between Australian chemists and cosmetic brands – this year they celebrate their 50th Annual Conference with the latest innovations and high profile speakers leading the line-up.

Johnson and Johnson creates new design lab in Singapore

14-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Multinational packaging and manufacturing company, Johnson & Johnson, prepares to launch its latest design facility in Science Park, Singapore, marking its first innovation unit outside New York.

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Retail’s new look: Cost, convenience and choice

12-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Interestingly, while ploughing resources into online is a priority, today’s brands are now seeing human engagement and staff investment as crucial, Matthew Crabbe, Regional Trends Director, Asia Pacific at Mintel, highlights.

in-cosmetics global to feature 3 days of personal care and beauty marketing trends education

12-Mar-2018 By Deanna Utroske

The international personal care ingredients trade show takes place next month in Amsterdam. And this year, the thousands of product manufacturers attending will have free access to marketing trends programming, including a session on Beauty around the...

Jurlique builds new €24 mn natural beauty plant

07-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Australian skin care producer, Jurlique, will establish its $30 mn (€24 mn) natural beauty plant at Mount Baker in the Adelaide Hills, Australia.

P&G India appoints new CEO

07-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Madhusudan Gopalan, who is currently leading P&G business in Indonesia, will take over as MD and CEO of P&G India.

Sa Sa closes all stores in Taiwan

05-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Cosmetics and personal care name, Sa Sa, will close all of its Taiwanese stores to focus its resources on other markets.

Azafran Organics plans to open 10,000 retail outlets

05-Mar-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Over the next 12 months, the personal care company is set to increase its number of stores in India from 1,500 to 10,000 stores.

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Consumer insights: Banishing stress is high priority

26-Feb-2018 By Natasha Spencer

Escapism is top of the agenda for today's consumers as they strive to remove daily stressors.

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Silicone developments are appealing to the ANZ personal care market

26-Feb-2018 By Natasha Spencer

As leading speciality chemicals and food ingredients supplier, Azelis, becomes Australia Momentive’s exclusive distributor, we spoke to Camiel Huisman, Managing Director Australia, Azelis on what we can expect from Australia and New Zealand’s personal...

Beauty Industry Awards deadline extended to March 5th

23-Feb-2018 By Simon Pitman

The Cosmetics Design team is thrilled by the tremendous response we have had for all ten of our Beauty Industry Award categories, but we are responding to numerous requests to extend the deadline by doing just that.