Skin care

Is your brand ready for the Single’s Day sales?

10-Oct-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

If you’re selling into China, here’s how to make the most of this annual shopping holiday, also known as 11:11…

Medytox study finds skin whitening and anti-wrinkle effects in anti-ageing peptides

10-Oct-2023 By Si Ying Thian

An anti-ageing peptide known as CVP is a safe and effective cosmetic ingredient with skin-whitening and anti-wrinkle properties, according to new research.

‘Room for expansion’: SENSAI outlines Asia expansion plans starting with Shanghai flagship in Q4

10-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Japanese luxury skin care brand SENSAI is set to unveil a flagship store in Shanghai in the fourth quarter as it gears up to target China’s "affluent consumers" for future growth.

Sunny potential: Kao Corp hedges bets on Bioré to dominate sun care globally

10-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Japanese personal care major Kao Corporation aims to lead the global sun care category by leveraging the strength of the Bioré brand and its ‘unique’ technology.

Sharing PITERA love: SK-II marks first new market entry in a decade with Vietnam launch

09-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Global prestige skin care brand SK-II’s is moving to capture Vietnam’s rapidly growing luxury beauty sector with its first new market entry in 10 years.

Back to square one: Indonesia’s social commerce ban a blow for ‘seamless’ buying experiences

09-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Indonesia's recent trade regulation calling for the separation of social media and e-commerce poses a significant challenge to the pursuit of an integrated social commerce journey, especially for SME brands in the beauty space and beyond.

Polymer may strengthen sunscreen SPF and functionality: L’Oréal study

06-Oct-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Scientists at L’Oréal’s Research and Development team found a polymer, abbreviated AAHCP, that can improve sunscreen texture and function, along with increasing the efficiency of SPF factors.

Microbiome misinformation: Tame down on excessive use of hype or risk consumer burnout – expert

05-Oct-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Skin microbiome may be the talk of the town in recent times, but founder of Aussie cosmetics brand Mary Grace, has warned against excessive use of “hype words”, as consumers could grow fatigue of the trend before it fully takes off.

Formulating next-generation feminine care with a microbiome focus

04-Oct-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Carole Gherardi, Market Segment Lead for Personal Care at IFF, and Maider Gutierrez, Global Health Category Leader at IFF, reveal more about the evolution of this market and new opportunities for brands.

Gallinée founder: ‘The microbiome space is perfect for the deep trends in beauty’

04-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Advances in our understanding of the skin microbiome and the gut-skin axis are opening up “a lot of possibilities in a market that can sometimes feel saturated”, says Marie Drago, founder of Gallinée.

Fun factor: Prioritising fun key to drawing beauty shoppers back to stores – istyle

04-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Japanese retail firm istyle Inc has underscored the importance of creating engaging and enjoyable shopping experiences to draw post-COVID beauty consumers back into stores.

Control of skin microbiota crucial for developing novel therapeutic and probiotic application strategies – review

04-Oct-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Further investigation into skin microbes that have shown therapeutic effects on conditions such as atopic dermatitis is key to the development of new treatment methods such as bacteriotherapy and probiotic applications, say Japanese researchers.

Testing sun care: what’s happening now and what’s coming next

03-Oct-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We spoke to Anne Charpentier, CEO of French preclinical and clinical testing database company Skinobs, about the current challenges and the future of sun care testing.

Generational differences: Social media insights reveal divergent beauty concerns between millennials and Gen Z in Japan

03-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

New data by Bytedance-owned Lemon8 has highlighted differences in skin care concerns and makeup preferences among millennials and Generation Z demographics in Japan.

Sage & Ylang’s relaunched acne care range offers an opportunity for microbiome education

03-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

The founder of a microbiome-centric skin care brand hopes to use its repositioned acne care treatments to educate consumers about the skin microbiome, which she fears has become ‘watered-down and meaningless.’

GALLERY: Top 10 beauty and cosmetic stories of September 2023

03-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

Our recap of the most-read beauty and personal care stories of September 2023

“We can make a real difference in the next 12 months” TFWA President live at the travel-retail Global Summit

02-Oct-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The global summit for the travel-retail industry kicked off in Cannes today, with some key messages and insights for those working in beauty travel-retail...

Bio-inspiration: Embracing biomimetics can meet rising consumer demand for high-performing natural ingredients

02-Oct-2023 By Amanda Lim

The cosmetics sector is responding to escalating consumer demand for effective natural ingredients by taking a nature-inspired approach to developing innovative cosmetic solutions.

“Sustainability is a journey and the most important thing is to get started.” Cosmetics Europe Deputy Director General

29-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We spoke to Emma Trogen, Deputy Director General at Cosmetics Europe, about sustainability issues and the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.

‘Expect to see more of us’: escentials gears up to meet soaring demand for luxury niche beauty across Asia

29-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

LUXASIA-owned retailer escentials is on course for rapid expansion spree across Asia as consumers from Vietnam to India tap into the niche beauty trend.

China focus: Latest developments in China’s booming beauty market

28-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

We round up the most recent developments in the exciting Chinese beauty market, including the impact of Japan’s nuclear wastewater release, Burberry’s potential in China and more.

Not just a buzzword: Demand for ‘contactless skin care’ booms amid rising hygiene awareness

27-Sep-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Singapore-based cosmetics firm Ice’s Secret says that consumers, especially those with sensitive and damaged skin, are increasingly looking for products that are both effective and sanitary.

Nanyang ambitions: CHLITINA CEO marks SEA as next major growth opportunity

27-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

Beauty company CHLITINA is poised to expand in South East Asia on the back of the rising spending power of consumers in the region’s emerging markets.

How to win over… the vibrant Vietnamese beauty consumer

27-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

Here we reveal extensive and exclusive insights from beauty insiders LUXASIA, and Maison 21G on the immense growth potential of the dynamic and rapidly expanding Vietnam beauty market.

Mitigating the impact of climate-related challenges for natural ingredients supply

26-Sep-2023 By Simon Pitman

With climate-related incidences causing havoc worldwide on a seemingly daily basis, we decided to take a closer look at what impact weather extreme is having on plant-derived ingredients supply.

And the winners are…Check out who took the top prizes at the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2023

26-Sep-2023 By Gary Scattergood

We have announced the winners of the 2023 NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, held to recognise the brightest and best products, ingredients and initiatives across the nutrition industry.

Emerging potential: Korea aims to boost K-beauty export to Vietnam by streamlining regulations

26-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

The South Korean government says it will work with local regulators to support and expand cosmetic exports to the Vietnamese market.

“I'm hoping for greater diversity in innovation.” Eco-specialist futurologist shares insights

25-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Innovation consultant Monique Large shared her views on the future of sustainability and gave a sneak peek of what she’ll be discussing at the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.

Now live: L’Oréal underscores importance of social commerce in SAPMENA region

25-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

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.

‘We’ve got this’: Challenge against tea tree oil regulation is ‘under control’ – ATTIA President

25-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

The Australian Tea Tree Industry Association (ATTIA) has attempted to assure the cosmetics industry that it is doing its best to challenge the proposed classification of tea tree oil as a reproductive toxin.

Hot topics: Top five beauty stories trending on our socials

22-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

We round up the top five stories trending on our socials featuring La Prairie’ daigou woes, Aveda’s Vietnam potential, and more.

The latest update on the EU ‘greenwashing ban’

21-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The European Parliament and European Council have reached a provisional agreement on new rules to ban misleading marketing and provide clearer product information.

Onsen in a bottle: IRÉN Shizen refreshes brand on the back of new onsen-inspired complex

21-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

Singapore’s IRÉN Shizen has relaunched its brand after discovering what it claims are the unique properties of a plant-derived moor hot spring in Hokkaido, Japan.

‘Uncovering more miracles’: SK-II’s latest breakthrough boosts PITERA relevance to younger consumers

20-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

SK-II’s latest research into skin ageing has revealed data that it claims enhances the relevance of its hero ingredient, PITERA, to a younger demographic of skin care consumers.

Research hints at crucial link between the gut microbiome and adult dermatitis – Chinese study

20-Sep-2023 By Si Ying Thian

New research on adult atopic dermatitis (AD) suggests that relationship between the gut microbiome and AD is key to developing beneficial treatments.

India insights: Estée Lauder, L’Oréal on trends and developments in India’s beauty market

19-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

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

19-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

An extensive network of brick-and-mortar stores will be crucial in attracting global brands to India, says Nykaa’s beauty chief.

Free webinar explores the opportunity of Inclusive Beauty

18-Sep-2023 By Stephen Daniells

An upcoming webinar will explore how far the beauty and cosmetics industry has come in inclusive beauty, as well as what still needs to be done.

News updates: Beiersdorf, L'Oréal, Puig and Weleda

18-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We’ve rounded up the latest news stories from top European beauty companies.

Supreme ambition: Sisley aims to outpace Asia beauty market growth

18-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

Sisley aims to grow “faster than the market” in Asia on the back of multiple opportunities across the region including Japan expansion and makeup potential, says its top Asia exec.

Atrophic scarring improves with adapalene and benzoyl peroxide use – Japan RCT

15-Sep-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel can help to prevent the worsening of atrophic acne scars, according to 24-week Japanese study.

Mass potential: Dot & Key grows five-fold since 2021 on the back of repricing efforts

14-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

Indian skin care brand Dot & Key has grown five times over the past couple of years after repositioning it to attract mass market audiences.

“Being Aboriginal, we come in one thousand different shades” – First Nations beauty brand founder

12-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We spoke to the three Aboriginal female entrepreneurs about creating their own First Nations beauty brands that use native ingredients and incorporate traditional elements of their culture.

Brand story: Updates from Aveda, Coty, Yatsen and more top beauty brands

12-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

We round up our most-read stories on the top beauty brands, featuring news updates from Aveda, Coty, Yatsen and more.

Nuclear fallout: Japan's Fukushima wastewater release sparks Chinese hesitation in J-beauty

12-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

Japan’s decision to release treated radioactive water has led to reluctance among Chinese beauty consumers to buy Japanese beauty products.

Less stress, less sebum: Skin-benefiting effects of dark tea demonstrate potential for cosmetics application – study

11-Sep-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

The stress-relieving action of dark tea polysaccharide and its ability to reduce stress-induced lipid secretion suggest strong cosmetics application potential, say Chinese researchers.

What’s trending: Redken, Caudalie and more stories on APAC beauty market and consumer insights

08-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

In our round up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we feature Redken’s entry into India, Caudalie’s new acne launch and more.

‘No radical innovation’: Solid cosmetics brand ReMI Beauty urges wider ingredient choices to lower costs

07-Sep-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Australia-based brand ReMI Beauty says the solid cosmetics category faces a number of challenges, including limited ingredients, high production costs, and slow consumer adoption, despite its significant growth potential.

For the sake of fun: Emphasising pleasure, enjoyment key to encouraging adoption of waterless products

07-Sep-2023 By Amanda Lim

Positioning waterless products as self-care choice can potentially play a transformative role in accelerating the adoption of such products, says one consumer expert.

3 scientific innovations in cosmetics personalisation: IFSCC exclusive

06-Sep-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

This week, the 33rd IFSCC (International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists) Congress kicked off in Barcelona to welcome top cosmetic scientists from across the globe. CosmeticsDesign-Europe attended the event to report on the latest industry...