Hindustan Unilever’s (HUL) Stratos technology reduces palm oil in soap by 25% and claims to have superior functional benefits to the skin barrier, fragrance delivery, and more.
Shiseido’s prestige skin care brand Clé de Peau Beauté aims to elevate customer engagement through innovative retail approaches, reinforcing the brand's commitment to excellence on a global scale.
CosmeticsDesign-Asia looks at the new blushers from Hourglass Cosmetics, Clinique, Hera and Anastasia Beverly Hills that are answering the trend for blushers that enhance natural and healthy skin.
Our recap of the most-read beauty and personal care stories of July 2024 including Estée Lauder exclusive Japan quasi-drug line, our in-depth analysis into Asia's skin care market, a look into psychodermatology and more.
Consumers are moving away from a heavily made-up appearance, choosing foundations that enhance their natural skin over high-coverage formulas, says IT Cosmetics.
Unilever’s India subsidiary, Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is pushing skinification innovations across brands and categories as the trend sweeps across the market.
Japanese hair care brand KIWABI reformulates its grey hair-cover and treatment product to satisfy the needs of a wider audience, including Muslim and vegan consumers.
The brand debuts this week with a product line focuses on clean, sustainable hair care products designed to offer salon-quality results at home and will be exclusively available through target retailers.
Exclusive insights from China’s leading beauty brands, including Chioture, PRAMY and Spēs, alongside industry experts, reveal the opportunities, strengths and challenges of C-beauty’s global expansion.
Cosmoprof North America in Las Vegas showcased a vibrant blend of nostalgic brand collaborations, Generation Alpha-focused products, and bold, preppy packaging trends, highlighting the future direction of the beauty industry.
KATE says its first global flagship store in Japan merges digital and physical realms to create a whole new shopping experience for young digitally native consumers.
Japanese cosmeceutical brand DR.CI:LABO expects brand-supplier partnerships will gain more public prominence as consumers' interest in skin care grows.
Building on the momentum gained during the brand's recent Super Bowl ad campaign, Cetaphil has recently launched the "Ceta Six-Pack" and Ceta-Grill marketing strategies to target the burgeoning men's skin care market sector.
We round up our most-read stories on the tiny but mighty beauty brands making waves in the industry, featuring Maison de L'Asie, Flower Knows, Matiere Premiere and more.
American luxury brand Estée Lauder is set to launch a quasi-drug skin care line, Aqua Charge, in September that was researched, developed, and produced in Japan.
The heightened awareness of hair health and cosmetic ingredients among Indian consumers is influencing their choice for hair repair treatments and clean formulas, observes German brand Schwarzkopf Professional.
This year's Cosmoprof North America - Las Vegas show will welcome TikTok Shop as a first-time participant to the event's Buyer Program, will showcase Australia and Fiji's inaugral debut in the event's country pavilions, and includes...
We dive into our most-read stories on formulation and science, featuring new product launches, nature-inspired science, plant-based exosomes, and more.
C-beauty brand Chioture is seeing growing demand for lip and cheek makeup which it believes is driving by the younger consumers’ desire for experimentation and self-expression.
Many scent marketers will claim that smells trigger 75% of our daily emotions, as the olfactory nerve is directly linked to the amygdala, the area of the brain that processes emotion. We spoke to experts to explore what’s happening in the realm of functional...
The founder of Rhone Skincare says apathy is the main challenge in men's skin care, emphasising the need to highlight the importance of quality products over cheaper generic alternatives.
Thai beauty conglomerate Karmart will launch two derma skin care brands later this year as part of plans to expand and premiumise its beauty portfolio.
American beauty multinational Coty has pushed its marketing efforts for brands such as Burberry Beauty and Kylie Cosmetics as it nurtures its prestige beauty business in India.
Singapore craft fragrance lab Oo La Lab has launched its first Singapore flagship and a new artisanal collection celebrating the human relationship with our sense of smell.
We reveal exclusive insights into the Asian skincare market with expert viewpoints from Melvita, Elizabeth Arden, StyleStory, and more, discussing the shifting landscape, emerging consumers, and strategies needed to stay ahead in this increasingly competitive...
L’Occitane-owned Melvita is rolling out a brand new look with revamped stores and communications in Asia Pacific to capture the rising opportunity for high-performing natural beauty products.
South Korean brand Franz Skincare has developed patches that claim to offer broad-spectrum sun protection to address the challenge of sunscreen reapplication.
Sundae Body, an innovative and fun-loving bath and body brand, is making waves as it launches into Walmart stores nationwide, thanks to its participation in the retailer's accelerator program.
Skin care brand Paula’s Choice has launched its Beautypedia platform on its South East Asian websites to provide education and information about cosmetic ingredients.
Health and beauty retailer Watsons has invested USD250m in store upgrades in Asia to meet the increasing desire for interactive experiences, especially among younger customers.
The founder of a Gen Alpha-centric deodorant brand has her sights set on dominating the market for tween and teen boys, which she believes has been sorely overlooked.
Global cosmetics giant L’Oréal is doubling down on beauty tech innovations, from AI-powered skin care solutions to personalised makeup devices and hair tools, to drive positive impact at a collective and individual level.
Kao Corporation is seeking to strengthen its hold on the men’s hair care segment with more premium products inspired by the hair and scalp skinification trend.
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![HUL's Stratos technology reduces palm oil in soap by 25% and claims to have superior functional benefits to the skin barrier, fragrance delivery, and more. [HUL]](png/hindustan-unilever-s-new-soap-technology-brings-dramatic-superiority-to-lux-lifebuoy-3.png)
![Clé de Peau Beauté aims to elevate customer engagement. [Clé de Peau Beauté]](jpg/cle-de-peau-beaute-rolls-out-plans-to-elevate-customer-experiences-amid-global-expansion-3.jpg)
![Hourglass Cosmetics, Clinique, Hera and Anastasia Beverly Hills are answering the trend for blushers that enhances natural, healthy skin. [Hourglass Cosmetics]](jpg/hourglass-clinique-hera-abh-blush-innovations-mimic-healthy-skin-3.jpg)
![The recent product news in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market. [Lakme]](jpg/product-profiles-latest-news-on-the-hottest-beauty-products-in-apac-3.jpg)
![Consumers are moving away from a heavily made-up appearance, choosing foundations that enhance their natural skin over high-coverage formulas. [IT Cosmetics]](jpg/it-cosmetics-consumer-base-makeup-preferences-shift-towards-with-skin-enhancing-natural-finish-4.jpg)
![HUL is pushing skinification innovations across brands and categories. [HUL]](jpg/hindustan-unilever-pushes-skinification-across-portfolio-to-stay-ahead-of-shifting-india-market-4.jpg)
![Garnier is leaning into green science to deliver powerful yet sustainable products for its discerning Asian consumer. [Garnier]](jpg/garnier-promises-harder-working-brand-as-it-leans-into-green-science-approach-sapmena-gm-4.jpg)
![SK-II launches new concept store in Malaysia. [SK-II]](jpg/sk-ii-kose-estee-lauder-and-more-in-our-big-brand-update-2.jpg)
![Garnier unveils a new and improved product line-up led by Asian innovation and green beauty mission. [Garnier]](jpg/garnier-brand-renewal-asia-s-skin-care-ideals-are-aspirational-for-the-rest-of-the-world-2.jpg)
![Almora Botanica sees Generation Z rising interest in natural preventative ageing solutions as a major opportunity. [Almora Botanica]](jpg/almora-botanica-eyes-huge-opportunity-among-gen-z-prejuvenation-interest-2.jpg)
![KATE’s first global flagships store merges digital and physical realms together. [KATE]](jpg/kate-s-first-ever-flagship-entices-digital-natives-with-multi-sensory-experience-2.jpg)
![DR.CI:LABO expects brand-supplier partnerships gain more public prominence as consumers interest in skin care grows online. [Dr.Ci:Labo]](png/brand-supplier-partnerships-will-come-to-the-fore-amid-the-online-skin-care-landscape-dr.ci-labo-2.png)
![SK-II highlights the importance of unique consumer experiences with the launch of new concept store in Malaysia. [SK-II]](jpg/sk-ii-s-new-retail-concept-marks-beginning-of-a-new-era-in-elevating-consumer-experience-2.jpg)
![Our most-read stories on the tiny but mighty beauty brands making waves in the industry. [Maison de L'Asie]](jpg/maison-de-l-asie-flower-knows-matiere-premiere-and-more-in-our-small-brand-update-2.jpg)
![Estée Lauder is set to launch a Japan-developed quasi-drug skin care line, Aqua Charge, in September. [Estée Lauder]](jpg/estee-lauder-will-launch-japan-produced-quasi-drug-skin-range-in-september-2.jpg)
![The heightened awareness of hair health and cosmetic ingredients among Indian consumers is influencing their choice for hair repair treatments that prioritise clean formulas. [Schwarzkopf Professional]](jpg/india-hair-care-consumer-prioritise-clean-formulas-repair-treatments-2.jpg)
![[Getty Images]](jpg/skin-science-latest-stories-on-cosmetics-science-and-formulation-2.jpg)
![Maquillage will launch a cushion version of the Dramatic Essence Liquid in August. [Maquillage]](jpg/shiseido-s-maquillage-set-to-expand-on-successful-serum-foundation-with-cushion-format-2.jpg)
![Chioture is seeing growing demand for lip and cheek makeup. [CosmeticsDesign-Asia]](jpg/chioture-younger-consumers-drawn-to-lip-cheek-makeup-for-self-expression-2.jpg)
![Kao will roll out its RNA analysis service to Curél and Sofina IP next year. [Getty Images]](jpg/kao-will-scale-up-rna-skin-analysis-with-curel-sofina-ip-in-2026.jpg)
![Rhone Skincare founder says education needed to help male consumers understand the importance of quality products over generic alternatives. [Rhone Skincare]](png/men-s-skin-care-rhone-founder-says-biggest-challenge-is-apathy-not-resistance-2.png)
![Karmart will launch two derma skin care brands later this year. [Karmart]](jpg/karmart-to-launch-two-new-derma-beauty-brands-in-expansion-and-premiumisation-effort-2.jpg)
![New product entries from La Roche-Posay, Avène, and Bioré feature their latest skin science advancements. [La Roche Posay]](jpg/la-roche-posay-avene-biore-launches-driven-by-cutting-edge-skin-science-2.jpg)
![Neutrogena believes it can lead the anti-ageing skin care segment in Thailand. [Neutrogena]](jpg/neutrogena-aims-to-capture-substantial-opportunities-in-thailand-s-anti-ageing-market-2.jpg)
![Coty has pushed its marketing efforts for brands as it nurtures its prestige beauty business in India. [Kylie Cosmetics]](jpg/flexibility-and-creativity-behind-coty-s-efforts-to-bolster-its-prestige-beauty-portfolio-in-india-2.jpg)
![Oo La Lab launches first Singapore flagship and a new artisanal collection celebrating the human relationship with our sense of smell. [Oo La Lab]](jpg/oo-la-lab-aims-to-build-singapore-flagship-into-fragrance-destination-2.jpg)
![Maison de L'Asie is poised to fulfil its ambition of being seen as a global brand. [Maison de L'Asie]](jpg/maison-de-l-asie-taking-steps-towards-global-brand-recognition-founder-2.jpg)
![Melvita is rolling out a brand new look with revamped stores and communications in APAC. [Melvita]](jpg/melvita-debuts-new-look-upgraded-stores-for-apac-2.jpg)
![Franz Skincare has developed patches that claim to offer broad-spectrum sun protection to address the challenge of sunscreen reapplication. [Franz Skincare]](jpg/k-beauty-sunscreen-patch-aims-to-solve-consumer-reapplication-challenges-2.jpg)
![Paula’s Choice launches Beautypedia platform on SEA websites. [Paula's Choice]](jpg/paula-s-choice-launches-beautypedia-sea-for-ingredient-conscious-consumers-2.jpg)
![The latest beauty news developments from made-in-Asia beauty brands. [Success]](jpg/kao-clio-flower-knows-and-more-news-from-asian-beauty-brands-2.jpg)
![C-beauty brand Flower Knows is pursuing international expansion. [Flower Knows]](jpg/flower-knows-sees-international-expansion-as-a-major-focus-2.jpg)
![Watsons has invested USD250m in store upgrades in Asia to meet the increasing desire for interactive experiences. [Watsons]](jpg/watsons-transforms-stores-with-interactive-retail-experiences-to-target-younger-shoppers-2.jpg)
![Founder of Neon Goat has her sights set on dominating the market for tween and teen boys. [Neon Goat]](jpg/i-stuck-to-my-intuition-why-the-founder-of-a-gen-alpha-centric-deo-brand-avoids-genderless-positioning-2.jpg)
![Oral care is gaining attention as an essential aspect of beauty in Japan. [Nadeshiko]](png/oral-hygiene-embraced-as-essential-part-of-beauty-regime-in-japan-2.png)
![Kao strengthens hold on the men’s hair care segment with more premium products. [Kao]](jpg/kao-reinforces-men-s-hair-care-with-new-launches-inspired-by-skinification-trend-2.jpg)
![HUL's Stratos technology reduces palm oil in soap by 25% and claims to have superior functional benefits to the skin barrier, fragrance delivery, and more. [HUL]](png/hindustan-unilever-s-new-soap-technology-brings-dramatic-superiority-to-lux-lifebuoy-4.png)
![Clé de Peau Beauté aims to elevate customer engagement. [Clé de Peau Beauté]](jpg/cle-de-peau-beaute-rolls-out-plans-to-elevate-customer-experiences-amid-global-expansion-4.jpg)
![Hourglass Cosmetics, Clinique, Hera and Anastasia Beverly Hills are answering the trend for blushers that enhances natural, healthy skin. [Hourglass Cosmetics]](jpg/hourglass-clinique-hera-abh-blush-innovations-mimic-healthy-skin-4.jpg)
![L'Oréal sees tremendous opportunity for L'Oréal Paris to recruit new customers in China. [L'Oréal Paris]](jpg/l-oreal-paris-see-huge-opportunity-in-china-as-consumers-seek-value-for-money-2.jpg)
![Missha will launch its Vita C Plus skin care range into 33 Costco locations in Japan. [Missha]](jpg/missha-set-for-costco-japan-launch-to-tap-into-skin-care-opportunities-2.jpg)
![The recent product news in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market. [Lakme]](jpg/product-profiles-latest-news-on-the-hottest-beauty-products-in-apac-4.jpg)
