Lady Gaga’s colour cosmetics brand has just expanded into 12 European exclusively via Sephora and has kicked off the launch with a sneak preview and live stream launch…
A misaligned marketing strategy? The inflationary economy? Or a casualty of an overcrowded beauty market? We examine why once-popular beauty brands can rapidly lose footing…
We speak to leading beauty and personal care insiders from Dow, Givaudan, and Carbonwave, to glean insights into the markets and segments they are tipping for growth in 2024.
From refillable packaging to multi-purpose usage and skinification benefits, it appears that these attributes are now a 'must-have' for makeup, rather than a 'nice-to-have'.
The dupe beauty trend is playing out throughout the beauty industry, and according to the latest survey results from market intelligence player Mintel, it is having a favorable impact on more affordable makeup brands.
This week, the 33rd IFSCC (International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists) Congress kicked off in Barcelona to welcome top cosmetic scientists from across the globe. CosmeticsDesign-Europe attended the event to report on the latest industry...
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.
Japanese beauty brand SHISEIDO will launch a brand-new foundation in September that claims to bolster and fortify the skin's natural barrier with fermented kefir extract.
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.
Exclusive insights from L’Oréal and The Body Shop, Orcé Cosmetics, Juicy Chemistry, and Nodspark reveal the key influences driving the changes in the rebounding colour cosmetics category in Asia Pacific.
Japanese beauty brand SHISEIDO is releasing a new lipstick that will tap into post-pandemic consumer demand for both strong colours without compromising on comfort.
Special Edition - Bright Beauty: Fun, Joy and Colour Across Cosmetics, Hair Care and Body Care
Colours and materials that offer serenity alongside energy and fun will align well with consumer inspirations and behaviours this year, says French forecasting firm NellyRodi.
In an effort to provide consumers with greater photoprotection for the UV sensitive lip area, researchers have recently published encouraging findings regarding the formulation of different lipsticks with protective sunscreen ingredient additives.
Lignin extracted from sugarcane byproduct offers multifunctional promise as an active ingredient with UV protection and antioxidant properties for topical cosmetics, a study finds.
Special Edition: Active Beauty - Vitamins, Minerals and Plant Power
Three years ago, the makeup category fell out of focus as consumers prioritised skin care during the COVID-19 pandemic – a shift that has largely stuck, offering clear opportunities for skincare-infused colour cosmetic innovation, says a trend expert.
Entrepreneur and women’s safety campaigner Joy Hoover has developed a lipstick with tech that can protect women from assault by identifying the presence of date rape drugs.
Colours that amplify and communicate product benefits, influence mood and enable self-expression will rise in importance by Autumn 2024 as the beauty industry shifts away from blander hues, says WGSN.
Turkey-based make-up brand Note Cosmetique is refreshing its attempt at expand in Asia Pacific and has its eyes on China, India, Indonesia, as colour cosmetics continues to show promising recovery post-pandemic.
Makeup trends over the next three years will be shaped by a rush of post-pandemic creativity and increasing engagement in virtual realities and tech, says WGSN.
The skinimalism trend continues to gain traction in beauty with fresh opportunities to develop all-in-one hybrid colour cosmetic and hair care products targeting this space, says WGSN.
Genderless make-up brand FIVEISM x THREE is embarking on an overseas expansion as the COVID-19 situation abates, with new markets including Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan on its cards.
Luxury vegan beauty brand Dear Dahlia from South Korea is set on expanding its presence in the Middle East, with new markets including Egypt, Kuwait, and Bahrain on the cards for this year.
Gotha Cosmetics has set up local production in China, where it believes it can tap into the post-COVID growth potential of the market while lessening the burden of rising shipping costs and delivery lead times.
UK-headquartered Revolution Beauty Group has completed its acquisition of BH Cosmetics assets in a €3.4m deal set to re-energise the US brand after its bankruptcy filing in January.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has shaped and accelerated consumer priorities in beauty, and self-care, skin nourishment and playful colour have gained ground as key movements industry must consider, says Avon’s global trend forecaster.
UK high street cosmetics brand Lottie London is expanding fast, developing trend-forward beauty items inspired by social media buzz amongst its Gen Z target audience, its founder says.
Cosmetics brand Barry M has partnered with beauty tech major Perfect Corp to offer virtual makeup try-ons to its UK consumers – a development its CEO says is crucial to staying at the forefront of innovation.
The post-COVID new normal taking shape before our eyes is drastically altering consumer sentiment and behaviour in enigmatic ways, but the primal need for healing and renewal will drive cosmetic beauty colour selection in the approaching years, according...
Special Edition: Clean & Ethical - 'Better for you, better for the planet' beauty
Unilever and its prestige brand Hourglass have developed a vegan carmine alternative after years of supplier collaboration – a patent-pending innovation it plans to open-source in the coming year, says the global vice president of R&D for prestige.
Special Edition: Personalised Beauty in a Digital Revolution
International beauty major L’Oréal is primed to launch its AI at-home personalised cosmetics device Perso, starting with a beta version of its customised lipstick variant in the first quarter of 2021.
Special Edition: Personalised Beauty in a Digital Revolution
Precision-applied foundation, colour-matched lipstick and 3D printed makeup sheets are just some of the innovations set to shape the future of personalised colour cosmetics, says the director of beauty at WGSN.
Vegan was the third most popular product claim made across online global cosmetics last year, carved out by niche independent beauty brands. And the claim will continue its rise as mass beauty takes it on, says Euromonitor International.
Italian packaging specialist Mktg Industry has developed a separable double-layered paper and plastic design for lipsticks, enabling easy refills and simply recycling for consumers.
Despite initial stockpiling of many fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) at the start of the coronavirus crisis, subsequent usage patterns reveal many consumers are disengaging from colour cosmetics, fragrances and styling – discretionary categories that...
French perfume house Hermès has launched a line of lipsticks, marking its first venture into colour cosmetics that it will build out gradually with additional product launches.
Japanese fine chemicals specialist DIC Corporation has agreed to purchase BASF’s global pigment business in a multi-billion deal it says will broaden its reach into functional pigments and cosmetics.
Born This Way pop icon Lady Gaga will launch Haus Laboratories exclusively on Amazon next month, a move that has generated considerable buzz in the beauty world. So, is this e-commerce strategy a smart one to follow?
The colour cosmetics category has never been more dynamic or more diverse, and still underscores lots of opportunity. And the latest Cosmetics Design special newsletter focuses on what is happening worldwide
In our first Cosmetics Design Asia special newsletter of the year, we are focusing on evolving trends and industry developments that impact the growing colour cosmetics sector in APAC.
With smaller, more nimble beauty players doing better than bigger competitors in saturated, developed markets, the need for brands to be responsive to consumer demands became increasingly clear throughout 2016.
The team behind the in-cosmetics trade events has revealed two new features set to enhance its offering at the upcoming in-cosmetics Global event in London.
New data from Mintel reveals that 2016 is tipped to be a big year for lip colours in the UK: the segment grew by 8% between 2014 and 2015, and is set to see sales rise by an estimated 12% this year.
Back in May, we reported MMUK MAN to be reaping the rewards of the new found relaxed attitude towards make-up for men in Britain, now a new deal with Differio.com to sell its’ products in the US suggests the trend is going global.
While the ‘mansome revolution’ may not be a new buzzword for the industry, a shift in attitude around male grooming is seeing demand extend far beyond moisturiser and beard trimmers – particularly in the UK.
Taking heed from Korean cosmetic brands success in linking products with celebrity culture, European powerhouses like Chanel are shaking up their image with more personality-driven campaigns.
![Insights into the markets and segments tipped for growth in 2024. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2024/01/02/3-emerging-spaces-in-apac-to-watch-for-beauty-and-personal-care-growth-in-2024/16992576-1-eng-GB/3-Emerging-spaces-in-APAC-to-watch-for-beauty-and-personal-care-growth-in-2024.jpg)
![SHISEIDO will launch a brand-new foundation in September that claims to bolster and fortify the skin's natural barrier. [SHISEIDO]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/brand-innovation/shiseido-to-unveil-foundation-that-strengthens-skin-barrier-with-fermented-extracts/16458587-1-eng-GB/SHISEIDO-to-unveil-foundation-that-strengthens-skin-barrier-with-fermented-extracts.jpg)
![Dior Addict Lip Maximiser awarded @cosme's grand prize for the first half of 2023. [Dior]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/market-trends/makeup-makes-full-fledged-revival-in-japan-as-consumers-drop-mask-habit-cosme/16498736-1-eng-GB/Makeup-makes-full-fledged-revival-in-Japan-as-consumers-drop-mask-habit-cosme.jpg)
![Pupa Milano is gearing up to take on the ‘huge potential’ of Asia’s beauty market. [Pupa Milano]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/06/07/pupa-milano-eyes-growth-in-asia-on-the-back-of-new-makeup-and-skin-care-innovations/16409123-1-eng-GB/Pupa-Milano-eyes-growth-in-Asia-on-the-back-of-new-makeup-and-skin-care-innovations.jpg)
![SHISEIDO is releasing a new lipstick that will tap into post-pandemic consumer demand for both strong colours without compromising on comfort. [SHISEIDO]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/article/2023/04/25/beauty-consumers-seeking-out-strong-lip-colours-with-balm-like-comfort-shiseido/16329628-3-eng-GB/Beauty-consumers-seeking-out-strong-lip-colours-with-balm-like-comfort-Shiseido.jpg)
![Freshness and vibrant tropicals inspired from the great outdoors are key colour themes to tap into under the wider umbrella of 'peace' as beauty's most important trend in 2023 [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2023/04/13/nellyrodi-beautylab-and-color-intelligence-2023-reports-say-peace-is-key-theme-for-colours-textures-and-innovation/16331929-1-eng-GB/NellyRodi-BeautyLab-and-Color-Intelligence-2023-reports-say-peace-is-key-theme-for-colours-textures-and-innovation.jpg)
![Lignin extracted from sugarcane byproduct can be integrated into BB cream formulations for multifunctional benefits [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/headlines/formulation-science/sugarcane-byproduct-lignin-offers-uv-protection-and-antioxidant-activity-for-bb-cream-cosmetics-says-study/16167998-1-eng-GB/Sugarcane-byproduct-lignin-offers-UV-protection-and-antioxidant-activity-for-BB-cream-cosmetics-says-study.jpg)
![Active ingredients can give makeup a 'skin care makeover' and tap into a range of important consumer trends [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2023/01/19/skin-care-infused-makeup-to-flourish-amidst-post-covid-consumer-demands-says-globaldata/16100423-1-eng-GB/Skin-care-infused-makeup-to-flourish-amidst-post-COVID-consumer-demands-says-GlobalData.jpg)
![Each stick covertly holds two test strips that can detect presence of Benzodiazepines – commonly used in date rape drugs like Rohypnol, Ativan, Xanax, and Klonopin – with just one drop of any beverage, alcoholic or not. The lipstick also features a Bluetooth connected 'safety' button to send alerts and messages [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign.com/article/2022/12/20/lipstick-startup-esoes-launches-smart-lipstick-with-date-rape-drug-detection-and-bluetooth-safety-button/16038944-1-eng-GB/Lipstick-startup-Esoes-launches-smart-lipstick-with-date-rape-drug-detection-and-Bluetooth-safety-button.jpg)
![Warmer earth tones with pops of electrifying colour will be in come Autumn 2024 as consumers look to balance wellbeing and self-expression [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2022/12/13/wgsn-beauty-colour-forecast-2024-2025-highlights-importance-of-bright-expressive-colours/16021472-1-eng-GB/WGSN-beauty-colour-forecast-2024-2025-highlights-importance-of-bright-expressive-colours.jpg)
![Note Cosmetique is refreshing its attempt at expand in Asia Pacific. [Note Cosmetique]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/note-cosmetique-eyes-china-india-and-indonesia-as-part-of-apac-expansion/15976427-1-eng-GB/Note-Cosmetique-eyes-China-India-and-Indonesia-as-part-of-APAC-expansion.jpg)
![Colour cosmetic consumers will expect more from immersive and virtual worlds, turning to tech to help purchase decisions [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2022/10/13/future-of-makeup-2025-wgsn-report-spotlights-post-pandemic-creativity-beauty-tech-and-metaverse/15848012-1-eng-GB/Future-of-makeup-2025-WGSN-report-spotlights-post-pandemic-creativity-beauty-tech-and-metaverse.jpg)
![Makeup and hair care products developed with quality and simplicity in mind will fare well in the skinimalism movement [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2022/07/07/skinimalism-trend-continues-with-opportunities-in-makeup-hair-care-on-the-horizon-says-wgsn/15580163-1-eng-GB/Skinimalism-trend-continues-with-opportunities-in-makeup-hair-care-on-the-horizon-says-WGSN.jpg)
![FIVEISM x THREE is embarking on an overseas expansion as the COVID-19 situation abates. [FIVEISM x THREE]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/fiveism-x-three-outlines-post-covid-market-expansion-plans-to-tap-into-growing-men-s-beauty-market/15490187-1-eng-GB/FIVEISM-x-THREE-outlines-post-COVID-market-expansion-plans-to-tap-into-growing-men-s-beauty-market.jpg)
![Dear Dahlia from South Korea is set on expanding its presence in the Middle East, with new markets including Egypt, Kuwait, and Bahrain on the cards for this year. [Dear Dahlia]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/dear-dahlia-eyeing-major-expansion-in-the-middle-east-to-capture-luxury-beauty-opportunities/15470656-1-eng-GB/Dear-Dahlia-eyeing-major-expansion-in-the-Middle-East-to-capture-luxury-beauty-opportunities.jpg)
![Gotha Cosmetics aims to tap into the post-COVID growth potential of China. [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-asia.com/headlines/business-financial/gotha-cosmetics-makes-first-major-step-into-china-as-it-sets-sights-on-asian-expansion/15292990-1-eng-GB/Gotha-Cosmetics-makes-first-major-step-into-China-as-it-sets-sights-on-Asian-expansion.jpg)
![BH Cosmetics offers a range of affordable, vegan makeup products and brushes via its D2C site and select retail listings [Image: Revolution Beauty]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2022/02/25/revolution-beauty-acquires-bh-cosmetics-assets-plans-international-expansion/13274404-1-eng-GB/Revolution-Beauty-acquires-BH-Cosmetics-assets-plans-international-expansion.jpg)
![The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated many mass beauty movements, including the increased focus on self-care, skin health and joy in colour cosmetics [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/12/15/avon-global-trends-highlight-beauty-as-therapy-skin-health-and-return-of-colour-key-for-2022-and-beyond/13096701-1-eng-GB/Avon-global-trends-highlight-beauty-as-therapy-skin-health-and-return-of-colour-key-for-2022-and-beyond.jpg)
![Lottie London most recently teamed up with My Little Pony, developing a line of beauty products and tools ahead of the 2021 film launch [Image: Lottie London]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/11/08/lottie-london-says-quick-innovation-inclusivity-and-sustainability-key-for-gen-z-consumers/12992707-1-eng-GB/Lottie-London-says-quick-innovation-inclusivity-and-sustainability-key-for-Gen-Z-consumers.jpg)
![UK consumers can now virtually test more than 180 SKUs from Barry M's colour cosmetics portfolio [Image: Barry M Cosmetics]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/09/09/barry-m-partners-with-perfect-corp-for-ai-ar-virtual-try-on-tech-in-uk/12808081-1-eng-GB/Barry-M-partners-with-Perfect-Corp-for-AI-AR-virtual-try-on-tech-in-UK.jpg)
![The COVID-19 crisis will have a lasting impact on colour trends to come, with newfound appreciation for colours that reassure, balance and give consumers hope [Getty Images]](/var/wrbm_gb_food_pharma/storage/images/_aliases/news_teaser_medium/publications/cosmetics/cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/article/2021/06/30/wgsn-colour-trends-2023-predict-reassuring-blues-and-planet-friendly-pigments/12608818-1-eng-GB/WGSN-colour-trends-2023-predict-reassuring-blues-and-planet-friendly-pigments.jpg)
