South Korean retail group Shinsegae International has secured exclusive distribution contracts for luxury fragrance brands Heeley and Culti Milano as it seeks to strengthen its position in the rapidly growing category.
As more brands and retailers trial Metaverse experiences to connect with potential customers, what do they need to do succeed? What kind of results are brands getting? And what works well? We spoke to Lush and Lottie London about their recent experiences.
Symrise is on the search to identify a homegrown brand that could redefine China’s fine fragrance landscape and challenge Western fragrance powerhouses for the hearts and noses of perfume aficionados.
BASF is expanding its production capacity for alkyl polyglucosides (APGs), surfactant ingredients for use in a range of personal care products including shampoos, bubble baths, mouthwashes and more.
Specialty chemical and ingredients distributor LBB Specialties will ‘exclusively represent Verdant’s Personal Care portfolio’ in the mutually beneficial principal partnership.
South Korean health and beauty retailer Olive Young is expecting its clean beauty brands to rake in $200m in sales this year as demand for clean products remains voracious among consumers.
The company’s latest video release demonstrates the myriad of ways that the chemical manufacturer has aligned its mission to a commitment to environmental sustainability through its ingredient sourcing.
Plastic Action Platform Oceanworks offers manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics and personal care product industries the opportunity to improve sustainability practices through reclaimed and recycled materials sourcing, its IMPAC+ plastic offsetting...
Italian aluminium packaging company Inca has new investors, a new management team and a new logo - and has detailed more about its latest beauty projects and plans to make its products even more sustainable.
The mutually beneficial commercial partnership will allow Sampler to utilize Arcade Beauty founded abeo’s digital sampling and branding solutions as Sampler, whose services are currently available in twenty-three counties, eyes further expansion into...
This unique supplement formulation is the ‘first in North America to use Collactive Collagen and Lycored Lumenato’ and also contains ‘Sea Buckthorn brewed extracts with Omegas rarely found in drinks.’
IFF’s GENENCARE collection takes a previously low-value processing byproduct from sugar beet molasses and transforms it into four effective and sustainable active ingredients for personal care product formulation.
Cantu Beauty has made a significant financial investment in its partnership with non-profit Women Empowering Nations (WEN) to support young women across the globe with educational resources and even offers a paid beauty industry fellowship to support...
Italian cosmetics company Pupa Milano is gearing up to take on the ‘huge potential’ of Asia’s beauty market with a new skin care line and new makeup innovations.
A recent clinical study published in Contact Dermatitis has identified a new in-vitro testing method to discover whether fragrances could potentially trigger skin reactions, without the need for animal testing or human clinical trials.
Consisting of several products designed to moisturize and soothe skin and aching muscles, the Will Perform collection is currently available online and will be available in stores by the end of this month.
This year’s convention featured over a dozen different scheduled seminars covering a myriad of pressing issues in the regulation of personal care products including PFAS, clean beauty, sunscreens, international issues, and MoCRA legislation, and was the...
Taking inspiration from the five senses, the company has created a series of ten topical formulations designed as a guideline for cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers to showcase unique and trendy ways to utilize microbiota-compatible ingredients.
The novel bio-based material is ideal for luxury fragrance caps and other cosmetic and personal care product packaging options and offers brands the opportunity to switch to more environmentally friendly packaging without sacrificing quality or functionality,...
Exclusive insights from Thailand’s beauty players, including Karmart, Dr. Barbara Sturm and G&M Cosmetics, shed light on the unique perspectives of the Thai beauty consumer and reveal the drivers behind one of South East Asia’s most exciting markets.
Findings from a recent Japan study showed that an edible microalgae species called Nostoc verrucosum (N. verrucosum) has high antioxidant activity, although its effect on melanin synthesis is dependent on the cultivation of its extract.
Spanish fragrance company Iberchem has created a new biodegradable malodour-neutralising technology that can be used across all of its scent applications.
Spanish luxury beauty company Puig says it is focusing on livestreaming, pop-ups, and exclusive launches to engage with younger consumers in the travel retail channel.
The FDA opened a Listening Session for public commentary of the Good Manufacturing Practices section of MoCRA today with an open docket for commentary through July 3, 2023.
Summer is in full swing which means sweat and humidity can wreak havoc on even the best coiffed hair styles, regardless of type or length. This month, several brands have launched or are highlighting their latest and best options to keep the frizz at...
Luxury skincare brand Elemis is targeting consumers via micro-influencers, as it aims to raise brand awareness among new audiences using TikTok and Instagram.
Sustainable programs and initiatives have become the cosmetics and personal beauty care product industry standard – but what are some of the most economically viable ways to implement these practices to best meet consumer demand? Our upcoming CosmeticsDesign...
Researchers from Kao Corporation have identified a close relationship between autophagy activity and keratinisation disorders in the skin, which play a crucial role in moisturising and barrier functions.
In its efforts to further penetrate the US cosmetics and personal care product markets, internationalization project Beautycare Brazil enjoyed a successful first year at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day that topped over $1 million in international sales.
CosmeticsDesign took a tour through the INDIE 360 Pavilion and learned a great deal about some of the most innovative products and ingredients featured at this year’s Suppliers’ Day show.
Dominant cosmetics trends at this year’s show included minimalist makeup products, diversity and inclusivity in makeup options, and more subtle false lashes.
Ashland Group’s latest ingredient is the result of advanced technological techniques including AI and molecular docking and features upcycled rosewood chips to offer manufacturers of cosmetic products a sustainable and effective option for face sculpting...
After two years of research and testing, Polish capsule neuro-cosmetics brand LAST Skincare has upgraded the formula of its Skin Repair Serum to include four new active ingredients.
Health and beauty retailer Watsons is focusing digital marketing efforts on WeChat to stay connected and build communities with its consumer base, as part of its offline plus online (O+O) model.
Brazilian chemical manufacturer Chemyunion debuted Polluout Detox earlier this year to provide manufacturers and suppliers of hair care products with an ingredient option to detox the hair shaft and follicle from environmental particulate damage.
Chinese researchers have found that the essence liquid from Chinese mugwort produces a hydration effect and reduces oxidative stress on the skin, demonstrating its potential as a cosmetic ingredient.
DTC healthcare tech company XYON has just launched a new shampoo and conditioner set designed specifically to address hormone-related hair loss in male consumers using natural ingredients like rosemary leaf and clover flower extracts.
UK cosmetics company Lush has invested £2.3m to upgrade its Dorset-based Green Hub, in a bid to boost its efforts to create a circular economy for its business.
Biotech company Carbonwave has made waves with the world’s first seaweed-derived cosmetic emulsifier, and will be expanding production facilities to better meet demand following a sizable company investment.
Cosmetic and personal care product manufacturers have the opportunity to add additional benefits to product formulations through the use of Robertet ActiScent options, including ‘anti-aging’, ‘slimming’ effects and more.
American beauty major Coty is optimistic about Lancaster’s future in China as the launch of its new flagship and its ultra-premium Ligne Princiere line takes off with aplomb.
From gamification and biotech on micro-organisms, to water-saving solutions, we have been speaking to industry experts to assess the very latest trends for cosmetics packaging.
Through the implementation of carbon management practices like technological innovation and establishing Product Carbon Footprint scores for its entire product catalog, BASF is committed to achieving an ambitious goal in environmental sustainability.
Manufacturing and cosmetics companies looking to best adhere to MoCRA regulations should consider digital support to achieve compliance, suggests Specright VP Tom Preston.
Singapore start-up A Tapir’s Tale says there is a need for ‘more sophisticated formulations’ beyond organic products to address the underserved sensitive baby skin care market.
UK skincare brand I Am Proud has detailed how it has carved out a cult following with its inclusive branding that resonates with Gen Z consumers, as well as revealing that the US is its next major expansion target.
After ongoing speculation about changes to animal testing rules in the UK, the government has banned the issuing of licences for animal testing for chemicals that are used as ingredients in cosmetics, but animal rights advocates say this action still...
NOW’s research and development team focused on formulating with natural and organic hero ingredient calendula as the focus of its clean and gentle baby skin care collection.
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![Symrise is on the search to identify a homegrown brand that could redefine China’s fine fragrance landscape. [Symrise]](jpg/symrise-aims-to-unearth-mega-brand-potential-in-china-2.jpg)
![Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the beauty industry by empowering consumers and fostering innovation. [Getty Images]](jpg/how-generative-ai-will-influence-the-future-of-beauty-2.jpg)
![Olive Young is expecting its clean beauty brands to rake in $200m in sales this year. [Aromatica]](jpg/olive-young-expects-clean-beauty-portfolio-to-achieve-200m-in-sales-this-year-2.jpg)
![Pupa Milano is gearing up to take on the ‘huge potential’ of Asia’s beauty market. [Pupa Milano]](jpg/pupa-milano-eyes-growth-in-asia-on-the-back-of-new-makeup-and-skin-care-innovations-2.jpg)
![Puig says it is focusing on livestreaming, pop-ups, and exclusive launches to engage with younger consumers in the travel retail channel. [Christian Louboutin Beauty]](jpg/puig-captures-younger-travellers-in-asia-with-livestreaming-pop-ups-exclusive-launches-2.jpg)
![Watsons is focusing digital marketing efforts on WeChat to stay connected and build communities with its consumer base. [Watsons]](jpg/watsons-china-centres-digital-strategy-around-wechat-ecosystem-to-stay-connected-with-shoppers-2.jpg)
![Lancaster’s new flagship and its ultra-premium launch takes off with aplomb in China. [Lancaster]](jpg/lancaster-china-off-to-dream-start-with-debut-of-flagship-and-ultra-premium-line-coty-ceo-2.jpg)
![Dr. G is continuing to expand in South East Asia with a new store in Malaysia. [Dr. G]](jpg/dr.-g-doubles-down-on-sea-expansion-on-the-back-of-sunscreen-popularity-2.jpg)
