Asia / Pacific
The power of local beauty brands in South East Asia
Southeast Asia beauty landscape is very diverse, from premium top-notch skincare in Singapore to affordable makeup in Thailand, or...
Afyren chooses Mitr Phol to expand its low-carbon technology in Asia
The French Greentech company has choosen Thailand for its second biobased organic acids plant. The company is entering a partnership...
South Korea make-up market to renew with growth, finds GlobalData
Sales of make-up products in South Korea are expected to expand at a 5.5% CAGR through 2026, according to GlobalData. As consumers...
Facetheory signs exclusive deal with Sephora Asia to launch in 113 stores
UK skincare brand Facetheory has signed an exclusive retail partnership with Sephora Asia. From mid 2023, Facetheory products will be...
Asia, the new promised land of alternative perfumery?
Asia’s interest in perfumes is growing as consumers’ tastes are gaining sophistication. This is a boon for confidential niche brands,...
Geka continues Asian expansion with acquisition of Guangdong Qiaoyi Plastic
Geka’s parent company Medmix has signed an investment agreement to acquire a majority stake in Guangdong Qiaoyi Plastic Co. Ltd, a...
Eurofragance acquires its partner in Indonesia and outs from the U.S.
The Barcelona-headquartered fragrance house has reassessed its operational presence in key strategic markets and decided to reinforce...
Tokyo exhibit showcases Dior’s passion for Japan
A hit exhibition showcasing Christian Dior’s work opens in Tokyo this week, with a focus on the French designer’s fascination with Japan...
Unilever and East Ventures pour $6 million in Indonesian beauty brand ESQA
Indonesian indie beauty brand ESQA has raised a USD 6 million Series A round led by Unilever Ventures, the venture capital arm of...
Givaudan opens an integrated fragrance encapsulation centre in Singapore
The fragrance manufacturer recently inaugurated its first integrated fragrance encapsulation centre in Singapore. The facility...
