From fragrance to cosmetics, personal care products and more, there’s a wide range of new product launches that have been released in the last few weeks. Check out this month’s Launch Pad roundup to review the options that can help consumers have a sensational...
The advancement of technology will drive personalisation to offer beauty products tailored right down to a ‘daily or weekly basis’, says the VP of a personalised beauty brand.
K-beauty brand Dr. G is continuing to expand in South East Asia with a new store in Malaysia, where its sunscreen range is enjoying significant success.
Earlier this year, Crown Laboratories, Inc. launched the BIOJUVE skin care collection incorporating hero ingredient Xycrobe technology, whose efficacy is backed by clinical results.
The partnership, which aims to ‘help beauty brands enhance their omnichannel capabilities’ and transition from a ‘transaction-driven to relationship-driven commerce model’ offers cosmetic and PBC companies the ability to personalize customer experiences...
Industry players and skin care innovators such as The Body Shop and Caudalie reveal exclusive insights into the evolving consumer preferences and advancements in technology in the ageing skin care market.
The demand for smaller and niche beauty brands is rising in travel retail, where luxury and Gen Z consumers have a heightened appetite for discovery and novelty.
The plant-based formulation, developed from ingredients found in mangrove forests, is a biotechnological innovation with the potential to ‘help the skin become more resistant to harmful organisms without harming its natural barrier,’ as detailed on the...
Mad Rabbit Tattoo has replaced beeswax with plant-based Carnauba wax in its product formulations better to fit the needs of an environmentally minded consumer base.
The skin care brand partnered with experiential e-commerce platform Obsess to release a digital storefront that features animations, a custom-designed layout of five rooms featuring different products, and a fully interactive experience for consumer engagement.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
To better meet consumer needs, Kaltech combined previously successful photocatalytic technology into a cosmetic device to help consumers better moisturize their skin in a safe and hygienic manner.
Following his seminar at In-Cosmetics Global, CosmeticsDesign spoke with Anthony Almada, President & CSO of IMAGINutrition, Inc., to discuss his insights into the use of postbiotics in cosmetic formulations and Probiotical’s innovative Skinbac technology.
Neurocosmetic active ingredient TiMOOD shows promise for manufacturers and suppliers of cosmetic products seeking to create multifunctional formulas that provide consumers with topical as well as mood-boosting benefits.
In the second part of this series, CosmeticsDesign explores how brand leaders Olowe, Chan, and Lee have navigated the financial stresses of a post-COVID world, embraced the advent of TikTok and social media marketing, and shared their understanding of...
The travel retail channel holds major potential for luxury beauty, but more effort must be made to secure increasingly demanding travellers, says the CEO of SK-II.
A novel topical product featuring proprietary PATH-3 Technology could surpass hydroquinone in helping to treat facial dyschromia, according to a new study.
Warmer weather can bring on sweat, leading to breakouts and oilier skin than the winter months. This month, several cosmetics and personal care brands are breaking out complexion-clearing product options to keep face and body skin clean and clear.
The South Korea consumer goods company LG Household & Health Care is aiming to strengthen its luxury beauty brands as well as boost its overseas business as part of plans to drive growth.
A derivative of the naturally occurring plant-derived metabolite resveratrol (RSV) has potential as a safe, anti-allergy active ingredient in cosmetic products, say researchers.
The study, published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, concluded Lycored’s proprietary blend of tomato extracts, Lycomato, improved skin health and appearance.
UK-based supplier Elementis is seeing opportunities in Asia skin care market as it turns towards the region to grow its presence and drive future growth.
Pomegranates, specifically pomegranate seed oil extract (PSOE), may benefit skin through antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action, a new study in Molecules reports.
Newly released research suggests snail slime mechanisms of action can impact cells at the molecular level, including cell viability and control of inflammatory events, which is of interest to manufacturers and suppliers seeking to formulate new cosmetic...
Beiersdorf’s luxury brand La Prairie saw sales hampered in the first quarter (Q1) due to challenging market conditions in China caused by ongoing COVID-19 pain points.
K-beauty brand Dr. G is leveraging the international recognition of South Korea boy band SHINee to reinforce the brand’s presence overseas, starting with Japan and Vietnam.
The demand for instant gratification and the trend of ‘preventive protection’ is influencing cosmetic company to develop skin care products that are fast-acting and more efficacious than ever, says DSM.
Personal care major Unilever has developed a low-cost topical formula that delivers a fresh, young and lively look to the skin via a blend of vitamin C and olivine extract.
The Body Shop’s Edelweiss skin care range is moving away from anti-ageing language and instead focuses on the message of building skin resilience to help consumers in their quest to ‘age gracefully’.
A leading supplier of ashwagandha is eyeing untapped potential in the beauty and personal care market where it believes it can satiate demands for high-performing natural ingredients in both skin and hair care.
Donkey milk has cosmetic potential for its ability to inhibit melanin synthesis, as well as skin barrier damage caused by UVB exposure, says a new study.
NUME-Lab is seeing a market gap for skin care combining Swiss quality and halal certification, and has detailed expansion plans for Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong.
Comprising five topical products, the TrueYou Beauty collection features The Vitamin Shoppe’s proprietary Core 5 Nutrient Complex to target the unique skin care needs of women of all ages.
French beauty major L’Oréal has signed a deal to acquire Natura &Co-owned Australian luxury skin care brand Aesop in a deal set to propel global growth for the cult, clean aesthetic brand.
In a recent study, researchers observed that lemongrass extract improved 'epidermal hydration' and skin 'barrier integrity' with consistent topical application, suggesting its beneficial properties as a cosmetic bioactive ingredient.
A recent study determined Liquiritigenin 'blocks loss of skin nutrients' and reduces 'stress in keratinocytes,' demonstrating great promise as a beneficial ingredient for anti-aging topical product formulation.
Researchers recently confirmed after extensive testing that using low molecular weight gel may be more beneficial for manufacturers formulating topical antioxidant or postbiotic products.