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Brand innovation update: August

30-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Check out the newest launches and initiatives that are breaking down industry boundaries this month…

Europe’s best summer beauty popups

28-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We’ve rounded up some of the most innovative and visually beautiful beauty popups that have graced cities across Europe over the past month.

4 ways emerging brands can resonate with Gen Z consumers

23-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Global integrated agency Impero has researched how challenger brands can redefine beauty advertising for younger consumers. Its Head of Strategy Charlotte Willcocks shared her insights.

What beauty brands need to know about popups

23-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Beauty popup expert James Barnes, founder of creative agency Backlash, shared his advice on what makes a good popup and revealed the recent trends he’s spotted.

Mid-year business update: EMEA

22-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Business and financial highlights from some of the region's biggest beauty and personal care brands.

What’s trending: The most-read stories on APAC beauty market and consumer insights

22-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

In our round-up of the recent trend developments in the Asia Pacific beauty and personal care market, we’re featuring insights into derma beauty, an exclusive interview with Coty on lifestyle fragrances, and more.

Estée Lauder Companies sales down -10% for fiscal year 2023

21-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Fragrance and hair care sales were strong, skin care sales decreased, while makeup stayed flat.

Trends in preservatives: CEO of Sharon Personal Care

21-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We spoke to CEO of Sharon Personal Care, Naama Eylon, about current and future preservative trends in cosmetics and personal care products.

Financial focus: Beiersdorf, L’Oreal, Amorepacific in our beauty business update

18-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

In this round-up of business and financial updates in the APAC cosmetics industry, we highlight developments from Beiersdorf, L’Oreal, Amorepacific, and more.

6 colour cosmetics looks trending on TikTok right now

17-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The video-sharing app has forever changed the trends cycle. Scroll through the image gallery to see 6 of the biggest makeup and nail trends consumers are currently searching for.

Inside the minds of beauty consumers: Kantar’s search trend findings

16-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Kantar analysed global consumer search engine data from the past five years and revealed the trends that are currently shaping the global beauty and personal care industry.

5 exciting new developments in cosmetic science

11-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We’ve rounded up our most-read five stories about innovation in cosmetic science from the past month.

TikTok Shop launches UK logistics service

09-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

The social media company said its new 'Fulfilled by TikTok' programme will make it “easier than ever for merchants using TikTok Shop to sell on the platform.”

“There is a lot of work still to be done.” Weleda’s CEO on 'greenwashing,' 'bluewashing' and what's next for sustainability.

08-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We spoke to Weleda's CEO Jayn Sterland about the latest environmental developments at the brand and what's coming next for the beauty and personal care industry.

Strong appetite for beauty: L’Oréal CEO sees ‘clear signs’ of consumption recovery in China

08-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

L’Oréal chief says consumer consumption and confidence is improving in China but cautions that the recovery process will be slower than expected.

FDA update: Draft guidance document issued on cosmetic facility registration and product listing submission

07-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

In accordance with MoCRA, the FDA’s draft guidance document outlines recommendations to establish a new electronic submission system to replace the Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program (VCRP) by the end of this year.

Prada beauty launch: Is there space for another designer beauty brand?

02-Aug-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Luxury Italian fashion brand has just launched makeup and skin care ranges via a licensing agreement with L'Oréal, but will consumers want to pay the eyewatering price tag to have a piece of Prada?

Luxe refresh: CJ Olive Young strengthens premium position with new retail brand

02-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

CJ Olive Young is rolling out its new retail brand, Luxe Edit to strengthen its position in the growing premium beauty market.

August Launch Pad: Casual and chic

01-Aug-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From a launch inspired by the smash hit Barbie movie to hair, lip, and lash care and more, this month’s Launch Pad is packed with product launches to celebrate the sizzling summer months.

MoCRA regulations: What Asia’s beauty firms need to know about US’s landmark law

01-Aug-2023 By Amanda Lim

The introduction of the new Modernisation of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) could complicate entry into the US beauty market for Asian cosmetic companies, says a regulatory expert.

Our most-read stories in Europe in July

31-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

A round up of the most popular news stories on CosmeticsDesign-Europe this month.

Derma Beauty & Consumer Products divisions boost L’Oréal Group sales

28-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

For the first six months of 2023, the French beauty multinational posted a net profit of €3.36bn, up by 4% year on year with growth from both volume and value sales.

European Commission shares its action plan to phase out animal testing

28-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

In response to the European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) ‘Save Cruelty-free Cosmetics’, the Commission has outlined a roadmap to help further reduce animal testing, but activists say it’s not good enough.

LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics growth driven by Sephora and Christian Dior

28-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Despite a slowdown in growth for LVMH Group, the Perfumes & Cosmetics division was still up 13% thanks to a "highly selective and high-quality distribution policy"

45% of French consumers plan to spend less on beauty products – says NielsenIQ research

25-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Almost half of those quizzed said they planned to cut back on beauty spend for the rest of 2023.

Comfort vs celebration: Psychological differences between millennials and Gen Zs driving difference in makeup trends

25-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

The psychological differences between millennials and Gen Zs as a result of the last few turbulent years are playing a significant role in driving divergent makeup trends in Asia Pacific.

Looking back: NIQ 2022 Q4 beauty & personal care trend takeaways

24-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Overall trends in purchasing behavior both on and offline as well as purchasing dynamics indicate healthy growth in the Beauty and Personal Care product categories overall despite the pressure of rising inflation in average product prices.

Small Business Beauty Tech Accelerator Program supports indie beauty brands’ digital needs

24-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

To provide small and medium indie beauty brands with the digital support needed to better connect consumers with best match products, Perfect Corp.’s new beauty accelerator program makes its digital tools accessible for free use.

5 upcoming innovations we’re excited about…

24-Jul-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

We’ve got the insider news from beauty companies about what’s launching next. Here’s a round-up of the NPD we can’t wait to see hit the market.

Road to recovery: Sa Sa Q1 buoyed by return of tourists to HK, Macau

24-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Sa Sa records 53.3% turnover increase in Hong Kong and Macau as more tourists return to its home market in the first quarter (Q1).

Document quality control software company announces new algorithm launch

20-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Last week’s release of GlobalVision’s Text Inspection 2 update can expedite cosmetics and PBC brand’s speed to market while supporting companies in these industries with impending MoCRA regulatory labelling and documentation compliance.

2023 Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Awards Recap

20-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

From innovations in formulation and packaging design to hair care, skin care, and cosmetic products, this year’s 2023 Cosmoprof and Cosmopack Awards finalists and winners include a multitude of noteworthy products in the cosmetic and personal care finished...

Mellow Cosmetics ramps up international expansion into Middle East, Asia as makeup rebounds

20-Jul-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Australian makeup brand Mellow Cosmetics plans to break into the Middle East and Asia to capitalise on recovery in the makeup category.

GALLERY: Top 10 beauty and cosmetic stories of June 2023

19-Jul-2023 By Amanda Lim

Our recap of the most-read beauty and personal care stories of June 2023 – featuring our analysis on the Thai beauty market, the future of generative AI in beauty, and more.

Three takeaways from Cosmoprof North America 2023 in Las Vegas

18-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Trends in skin care technology, sustainable packaging materials, and ocean-inspired ingredient formulations dominated this year’s convention floor.

Expanding footprint: Kao aims to raise market share of key global brands via product renewal and flagship stores

12-Jul-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

Japanese cosmetics giant Kao Corporation has dedicated resources to strengthen the presence of selected brands worldwide, with premium brand SENSAI leading the way through an upcoming flagship store in Shanghai.

Results show Achyrocline saureioides extract 'could be used as a safe hypoallergenic natural preservative' in cosmetics

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

Researchers demonstrated the extract had an antimicrobial effect against four common bacteria strains, and can be a viable alternative to synthetic preservatives commonly used in cosmetic applications.

July Launch Pad: Sensational summer

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

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...

What to expect at the 2023 Cosmoprof North America show

05-Jul-2023 By Cassandra Stern

CosmeticsDesign spoke with Liza Rapay, Head of Marketing at Cosmoprof North America about what attendees can expect from the 2023 Cosmoprof North America trade show, July 11-13 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Revieve and Google Cloud Marketplace expand Digital Beauty Platform availability

28-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

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...

Knowde PMD and PIM software supports ‘successful digital transformation’ for cosmetics and PBC manufacturers and suppliers

26-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Outdated or unavailable product data can cause a myriad of issues for cosmetics and personal beauty care product manufacturers and suppliers, including impeded sales and interruption in internal company processes, particularly considering impending MoCRA...

University of Cincinnati launches graduate certificate program for hygienic manufacturing of cosmetic products

22-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

In partnership with the PCPC, UC has made the graduate certification program available to educate cosmetic manufacturing professionals in preventing contamination of cosmetic products produced with natural preservatives.

BASF and StitchCrew announce Inclusive Beauty Accelerator Program finalists

20-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

This year’s finalists include brands with inclusive skin care, scalp care, and sun protection products that focus on various skin types, needs, and tones.

What European beauty brands need to know about Chinese consumer trends - S’Young International

20-Jun-2023 By Kirsty Doolan

Launching into the Chinese beauty market is notoriously hard for European brands due to the cultural and language barriers, yet it can be a highly lucrative move when successful, says a Chinese partner company that has worked with the likes of Johnson...

‘Cinderella market’: Pupa eyes growth in Asia on the back of new makeup and skin care innovations

07-Jun-2023 By Amanda Lim

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.

ROELMI HPC launches unique ‘Sense the Beauty’ topical formulation capsule collection

06-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

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.

Sulapac launches bio-based packaging material Sulapac Luxe

06-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

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,...

FDA GMP Listening Session: CDU Takeaways & Available Resources

02-Jun-2023 By Cassandra Stern

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.

Suppliers’ Day 2023: INDIE 360 Pavilion Tour Recap

30-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

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.

Three Takeaways from The Makeup Show NYC 2023

30-May-2023 By Cassandra Stern

Dominant cosmetics trends at this year’s show included minimalist makeup products, diversity and inclusivity in makeup options, and more subtle false lashes.