Skin care

Shiseido skin elasticity research presentation wins top award

26-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

For the fifth consecutive year cosmetics company Shiseido won the Top Award at the 28th IFSCC Congress for its presentation its novel approach to anti-ageing facial skin care.

CFDA proposes revision of 25 year old cosmetics regulation

26-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

In an effort to regulate and strengthen the supervision and management of cosmetics, the China Food and Drug Administration is set to revise cosmetic health supervision regulations.

Australia makes its move on microbead phase out

26-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Australia’s hygiene, cosmetic and speciality products industry body 'Accord' has pledged to phase out the use of polyethylene microbeads in cosmetics by the end of 2017.

DSM explores the power of Chinese women...

25-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

DSM has explored Chinese women to deconstruct some cultural codes that influence the personal care market. The research is to ultimately tailor existing solutions and create new ones that answer the needs of this important market.

Launch exclusive

Bulldog ‘collaborates to success’ with Boots in exclusive Thailand launch

20-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Men’s skin care brand Bulldog will ‘collaborate to success’ in Thailand with Health and Beauty retailer Boots launching its range of products in Thailand later this month, extending its partnership.

Japanese government holds 'coffee morning' to persuade cosmetic businesses to reduce prices

20-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

As part of its efforts to persuade Japanese businesses to slash product prices due to the falling Japanese yen, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) invited companies 'for a cup of coffee' to talk about special discounts and promotions.

DSM tailors skin product positioning for Asian consumers

18-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Global ingredients supplier DSM has tailored the marketing and positioning of its Regu-Scence skin active in order to meet the needs of Asian consumers.

Australia moves to cut red tape on chemical risk assessments

18-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

As part of its measures to cut red tape and promote innovation, the Australian government is pushing for greater acceptance of international standards and risk assessments.

Skin whitening products have global potential IF marketed correctly

13-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Skin whitening products have long been seen as popular in Asia but have struggled in the West, though this shouldn’t be the case if they are marketed correctly, says Datamonitor’s Ramaa Chipalkatti.

Asia in Focus - dispatches from Bangkok

Opening the door to Japan...designer trend is out - uniqueness is in!

13-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

This month we are focusing on Japan, where consumer demand for designer brands from head to toe has shifted to a desire to be unique. Ultimately opening up an infinitive amount of opportunities for cosmetic players...

Shiseido sunscreen’s UV protection enhanced after water contact

12-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Shiseido claims to have developed a sunscreen that actually enhances UV protection once in contact with water or perspiration.

Naturex develops AHAs for skin radiance

12-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Ingredients supplier Naturex has launched its latest line of extracts from its Radiance collection at the in-cosmetics Asia event in Bangkok.

Dow Corning takes Japanese influence into new silicone technologies

12-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Dow Corning showcased the latest concepts from its Trends Lab program in the form of two new skin care silicones, developed in Asia to meet consumer needs and ensure quality.

In-cosmetics Asia coverage

DSM's move into 'instant graification' sees it to 2nd place in Best Ingredient Award

12-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

While Lipotec took home the Gold award for Best Ingredient at this year’s in-cosmetics Asia, DSM came out swinging in second place with a 'breakthrough' range of sensory and visual modifiers.

Lipotec wins Best Ingredient Award with Actigym

11-Nov-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Lipotec’s marine ingredient Actigym took home the Gold award for Best Ingredient at this year’s in-cosmetics Asia, held in Bangkok.

New luxury skin care company Bellatorra goes international, starting with Singapore

11-Nov-2014 By Deanna Utroske

The California-based company, which officially launched November 5th, has already announced plans to take its skin care products global, with designs on the European, Asian and Australian markets.

Vegetable peptones may delay skin aging from within: Study

06-Nov-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

Extracts from vegetables may boost skin health by promoting the production of type 1 collagen and proliferation of skin cells responsible for skin recovery, says a new study from Korea.

Dispatches from in-cosmetics Asia

Mintel confirms anti-pollution is dominating Asia beauty claims

06-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Back in February, Cosmetics Design reported on the rise of anti-pollution products in Asia. Here at in-cosmetics Bangkok, Mintel confirms the category is the one to watch as product claims grew 63% between 2011 and 2013.

Nu Skin revenues tumble, highlighted by a 50% decline in China

05-Nov-2014 By Simon Pitman

Nu Skin’s third quarter revenues show a big fall as the company continues to suffer from a crackdown on its practices in China earlier this year, and problems in other regions also come to the surface.

Cosmetics industry brushes off talk of slump in China

04-Nov-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

While the volume of cosmetics imports dropped heavily compared with the same period last year, international cosmetic giants claim the market is still growing and opportunities are aplenty.

Pre-show coverage: in-cosmetics Asia

'Serious levels of pollution in Asia' shifts focus from UV damage

28-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

The industry has long been developing products that protect against UV skin damage. Now, scientists and formulators are focusing on warding off the effects of air pollution in Asia.

Lignin shown to enhance sunscreen effectiveness

28-Oct-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Scientists in China and Canada have shown that the addition of lignin to commercial sunscreens can actually enhance their effectiveness and that exposure to sunlight may help them work even better.

Developed on earth, tested in space - NASA's anti-aging patent

27-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Technology Applications International Corporation (NUUU) has concluded a clinical study to test the efficacy of anti-aging products, developed on earth and tested in space by NASA.

China economy slows but cosmetic sales remain strong

23-Oct-2014 By Simon Pitman

Latest data from the China Bureau of Statistics shows that the country’s economy grew at the slowest pace in five years, but that consumer sales, and specifically those for cosmetics, remain strong.

Luxury cosmetics soar despite sanctions in North Korea

23-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

North Korea imported US$644.3 million worth of luxury goods including cosmetics last year, despite UN sanctions.

Japan gears up for rise in cosmetics sales thanks to duty-free expansion

22-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

As of October 1st, duty-free products in Japan, previously limited to electronics and clothing, now includes consumable items like food and cosmetics.

R&D in the spotlight at in-cosmetics Asia

22-Oct-2014 By Lucy Whitehouse

Next month will see this year’s in-cosmetics Asia event take place in Bangkok, with the show launching a new feauture this year: its ‘Interactive Formulation Laboratory’.

Analysis - Japan

Red hot competition as placenta businesses jockey for supremacy

21-Oct-2014 By RJ Whitehead

With more than a quarter of Japan’s population over the age of 60, it is said that country suffers more from the issues of an ageing population than any other country. That’s no doubt why the anti-ageing industry is doing so well.

Snail skin care trend hits the US

20-Oct-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

The benefits of snail mucus on the skin have been known to the cosmetics industry for a while, and having seen a big trend in Korea, it is now heading to American shores and is expected to be the ‘newest fad’.

Cosme Tokyo opens its doors to a distinct emphasis on stem cells cosmetics

16-Oct-2014 By Simon Pitman

Cosme Tokyo 2014 will open its doors for the third time on October 20th, and will be revealing a distinctive emphasis on cosmetic ingredients and products developed from stem cells.

China is losing out in natural cosmetics market

16-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

China is losing market share in the Asian natural & organic cosmetics market which analysts attribute to animal-testing methods and formulation challenges.

Vitamin D3 can reduce atopic dermatitis in kids via 'innate immunity': Study

15-Oct-2014 By Shane STARLING

Vitamin D supplementation improves winter-related atopic dermatitis (AD) in children at risk of vitamin D deficiency and could provide a safe alternative to UV light treatment, according to a new study led by Boston researchers.

Grape antioxidant shown to treat acne effectively

14-Oct-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Research from across the pond has shown how resveratrol works to inhibit growth of the bacteria that causes acne and can also be combined with benzoyl peroxide, a common acne medicine, to enhance the drug's ability to kill the bacteria.

HI-Japan show wrap: Ageing (& shrinking) population forces government-led nutrition rethink

13-Oct-2014 By RJ Whitehead & Shane Starling from HI-Japan in Tokyo

Japan has always led the world in functional food experimentation even if the results of most of that have remained within the confines of the 127.3m-strong nation with the world's oldest average lifespan - 84.6 years.

Cosmetic shipments on the up in China and Hong Kong

08-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to Customs Service statistics; from January to August of this year, Korea exported the most cosmetics to China - 19,358 tons (US$323 million), knocking Japan off of the top spot.

AmorePacific & LG Household dominating half of South Korea cosmetics market

01-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

According to L2's Digital IQ Index; the beauty industry in South Korea is highly concentrated, with half of the market controlled by AmorePacific and LG Household & Health Care.

Toho University in the spotlight for ingestable hyaluronan

01-Oct-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Toho University has been recognized for its work on the 'only hyaluronate compound' proven to be effective in increasing skin moisture in supplements to date.

Scientists behind cosmetic plastics and polymers nominated for Nobel Prize

30-Sep-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Three Australian scientists have found themselves on the Nobel Prize contender list for the impact of their research in industries like cosmetics.

Scientists say new gelation process uses half the chemicals of traditional ones

25-Sep-2014 By Michelle Yeomans

Scientists at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology University have discovered a way to transform substances from liquids into gels in a less expensive and energy demanding way.

Study shows blueberry anti-oxidant prevents UV damage

24-Sep-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A stilbenoid found in blueberries and grapes may have the capacity to prevent several types of UV-mediated damage, reddening of the skin and loss of skin barrier function when applied topically.

Researchers develop beauty patch to enhance absorption of skin care products

23-Sep-2014 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

A team of researchers in Finland have developed a disposable beauty patch that uses microampere current to enhance absorption of skin care products that will offer future consumers an opportunity to perform galvanic skin treatments at home.