EXO boyband member Kai rumored to be first male muse for Bobbi Brown
K-pop boyband member Kai is said to have become the first male must for Estee Lauder Companies-owned beauty brand Bobbi Brown.
Cle de Peau Beaute announces 2020 honorees for second annual Power of Radiance Awards.
Shiseido-owned Cle de Peau Beaute is reaffirming its commitment to advocating for girls’ education through the 2020 edition of its Power of Radiance Awards.
Kanebo’s Kate names anime character as face of new lipstick
Kanebo-owned Kate Tokyo has named popular anime character, Rei Ayanami as the face of its latest lipstick launch, according to a report published by Sora News 24.
Luxury brands take to social selling to Thai shoppers via Japan’s Line app
A series of luxury brands, including Chanel and Louis Vuitton, have opened accounts on the Thai incantation of social messaging app Line, according to a report published by Reuters.
We’ll create 25 billion-dollar brands: LVMH Group Chairman to set up Asia-focused private equity fund
Chairman Emeritus of L Catterton Asia and Group Chairman, LVMH South and South East Asia and Australia & New Zealand, Ravi Thakran is poised to launch his own private equity fund, according to a report published by the Financial Times.
Shiseido unveils research on skin softness
Shiseido has reported the results of research jointly conducted with Nagoya University on perceptions of skin softness and firmness.
Hindustan Unilever partners with SBI on digital financing for retailers
Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has teamed up with the State Bank of India (SBI) to provide digital payment solutions for small retailers.
Alibaba takes up to 10 percent stake in duty free group Dufry
The Alibaba group is set to take up to 10 percent in the world’s largest duty free company Dufry as part of a new Joint Venture, in a move that will help it capitalize on the Chinese travel retail market.
Aussie Thankyou invites Unilever and P&G to team up to save the world
Australian social enterprise Thank You has sent a partnership invitation to Unilever and Procter & Gamble in a bid to persuade them to make and distribute Thankyou’s products globally and will sit down with both in a week’s time to discuss a potential deal.
The Body Shop Australia embraces circular beauty with repurposed fruit and veg line
The Body Shop Australia has unveiled a body care range based on ‘lumpy’ lemons and ‘wonky’ cucumbers, according to a report published by The Daily Mail.
Evonik names first female regional chief for Asia
Evonik has named Shirley Qi Regional President for South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand and Head of Nutrition & Care for Asia Pacific, according to a report published by The Business Times.
Conde Nast opens tech lab in Bengaluru
Conde Nast has announced the launch of a Technology Lab in Bengaluru, India. As part of the launch, the publishing house will recruit some 60 employees this year, expanding to a team of 300 by 2021’s close.
Shiseido rejigs corporate officers’ roles; names first female Regional CEO
Shiseido has announced a series of changes among its corporate officers’ roles and responsibilities.
US CBP issues detention order on FGV palm oil over forced labor and child labor row
The US Customs and Border Protection Agency has announced that it will detain all palm oil and palm oil products made by Malaysia’s FGV Holdings, its subsidiaries and joint ventures, effective immediately.
Kao announces leadership shake-up
Kao has announced two key leadership changes, with Michitaka Sawada being promoted to Director, Chair, and Yoshihiro Hasebe to Representative Director, President and CEO.
LVMH announces Benjamin Vuchot as new DFS Group CEO
LVMH has announced the promotion of Benjamin Vuchot to the position of Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of its travel retail business DFS, according to WWD.
Adore Beauty IPO set to raise A$250 million
Quadrant Private Equity is planning to list online shopping platform Adore Beauty, and the deal is expected to be Australia’s biggest retail IPO in five years, according to a report published by Reuters.
L’Oréal Paris Professional cuts ribbon on first flagship Shanghai salon
L’Oréal Paris Professional celebrated the launch of its first flagship hair salon in China last week, according to a report published by Shine. The French beauty brand chose Shanghai to make its debut.
Perfect Diary’s value doubles as China’s economy bounces back
China’s Perfect Diary brand has closed a fundraising round that brings the brand’s valuation to an impressive US$4 billion, twice that achieved in a round in March this year, according to a report published by KrAsia.
Celine names Blackpink’s Lisa global ambassador
Celine has announced its continued collaboration with Lisa, who will represent the house as global ambassador.
L’Occitane Japan names Junko Koyama new President
L’Occitane Japan has announced Junko Koyama as its new President, who will report directly to Group Managing Director Sylvain Desjonquères.
Bollywood actress Disha Patani announced as WOW Skin Science first brand ambassador
Bollywood actress Disha Patani has been announced as India’s WOW Skin Science first brand ambassador.
Alibaba unveils the Cloud Computer and Delivery Robots
Alibaba’s Cloud arm gave the world a preview of the future of digital at its 12th annual Apsara Conference. The technology pioneer unveiled its first Cloud Computer and an autonomous logistics robot for last-mile deliveries.
Reach for the stars: Pola Orbis teams up with Ana Holdings to design cosmetics for space travel
Bringing a new meaning to travel retail, Japan’s Pola Orbis has teamed up with Ana Holdings to design a beauty range that will be billed as the world’s first space-friendly cosmetics line, according to a report published by the Japan Times.
L’Oréal Malaysia creates Chief Digital Officer role as online shopping booms
L’Oréal Malaysia has named Edward Ling to the newly created role of Chief Digital Officer, according to a report published by Marketing Interactive.
P&G ups investment in Turkey
Procter & Gamble is planning to up its investment in Turkey, according to a report published by the Anadolu Agency.
Clarins launches first overseas lab in Shanghai to better understand Asian consumer
Clarins has opened up its first overseas laboratory, with the new centre based in Shanghai.
L’Oréal promotes YSL Beauté Pure Shots with Hainan Island ‘sustainable retailtainment’ pop-up store
L’Oréal has launched a ‘sustainable retailtainment’ pop-up store in Hainan Island to promote the newly launched YSL Beauté Pure Shots skincare range.
Beiersdorf participates in US$5 million funding round for K-beauty’s Lycl
Beiersdorf has strengthened its existing engagement in K-beauty skin care and tech start-up Lycl. The German manufacturer of Nivea has participated in a US$5 million Series B funding round.
Shiseido Americas names Chief Information Officer
Shiseido Americas has announced the appointment of Shannon Britton as Chief Information Officer, effective immediately.
Meiyume unveils 100 percent recyclable molded pulp palette
Fung Group-owned Meiyume has unveiled a new sustainable packaging solution that it claims will ‘revolutionize the beauty packaging market’. The Molded Pulp Range is made from 100 percent recyclable materials and is plastic free.
Estee Lauder names K-pop star YoonA as latest muse
Estee Lauder has announced Girls’ Generation member and actress YoonA as its latest face, according to a report published by AllKPop.
A.S. Watson appoints millennials as new Chief Smile Officers to support new mental wellbeing campaign
A.S. Watson has appointed 13 millennials to act as Chief Smile Officers (CSO) to support the company’s new mental wellbeing Global Smile Campaign.
E-commerce platform LazMall unveils consumer-focussed upgrades
LazMall e-commerce platform has unveiled a series of new upgrades that are aimed to empower brands, with a consumer focus in mind, according to Alizila.
LG debuts mask with inbuilt air purifier
LG has unveiled a face mask with in-built, battery powered air purifier at IFA 2020. The PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier is said to represent the ‘future of healthy respiration’.
AmorePacific builds on blue light theory with publication of SCI-grade research paper
AmorePacific’s Anti-Pollution Research Center has developed the world’s first clinical evaluation method for blocking blue light from reaching the skin.
Alibaba announced as WeCosmoprof partner
The digital event scheduled to take place in October in lieu of Cosmoprof, WeCosmoprof, has announced a collaboration with Alibaba.com.
A.S. Watson Group survey reveals post COVID-19 trends
A.S. Watson Group has revealed the findings of a global COVID-19 survey that looks at consumer trends post pandemic, with the desire for human connection being a main factor for participants.
Clarins expands in Singapore with first kiosk-style store
Clarins has launched its first kiosk-style store in Singapore, which is located in the Nex Shopping Centre, according to Inside Retail Asia.
India’s Lotus Herbals acquires Vedicare Ayurveda
Lotus Herbals has announced the acquisition of organic skincare and make-up company Vedicare Ayurveda, parent company of SoulTree, according to the Economic Times India.
Givaudan places focus on China and acquisitions to bolster 2025 growth plans
Givaudan has announced that a continued focus on China, acquisitions, and smaller and local customers will enable it to grow 4-5 percent on average until 2025, according to a report by Reuters.
L’Oréal China VP Lan Zhenzhen to be honored with 2020 Individual Achievement SABRE
L’Oréal China’s Vice President Lan Zhenzhen is set to receive the Individual Achievement SABRE Award, and is being honored for her 28-year career with the beauty giant.
Korean Air sells duty free arm to Hahn & Company for KRW990.6 billion
Korean Air has agreed to sell its inflight catering and duty free business to private equity firm Hahn & Company for KRW990.6 billion, according to a report published by CH Aviation.
Mecca makes China debut with launch of Tmall flagship
Mecca Cosmetics has launched a flagship store on Alibaba’s Tmall marketplace, marking its official entry into China, according to a report published by Inside Retail Asia.
No travel, no problem: DFS Group branches out to livestreaming
DFS Group held its first livestream event on August 18 via WeChat for its beauty and cosmetics offer. The Hong Kong-based travel retailer reported ‘outstanding results’ from the hour-long event, according to a report published by TR Business.
Hyundai Department Group acquires SK Bioland for KRW120.5 billion
Hyundai Department Group is entering the beauty and health care category with the has purchase of SK Bioland for KRW120.5 billion, according to a report published by Pulse News.
Hu Ge named Global Ambassador for Giorgio Armani
Chinese actor Hu Ge has been named Global Ambassador for the Giorgio Armani brand, according to a report published by WWD.
AmorePacific debuts Enough Project; a vegan-friendly lifestyle brand
AmorePacific has launched a new pragmatic lifestyle brand, named Enough Project. The K-beauty behemoth describes the new line as ‘bringing to life texture that is good to apply regardless of age’ and boasts a simple design that is appealing to all genders.
Chanel to sell via Kakao Talk in marked departure from digital strategy
Chanel is notorious for its ‘barely there e-commerce strategy’, so the news that the French fashion brand is to start hawking its perfume and cosmetics via Korea’s Kakao Talk app, according to a report published by the Korea Times, comes as quite the surprise.
Lush under fire as Australian workers protest working conditions
Employees of ethical cosmetics firm Lush’s Australian factory are claiming that they have suffered injuries and breathing difficulties as a result of poor working conditions, according to a report published by The Guardian.
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