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As the conflict in Iran intensifies, both consumers and businesses across Asia are bracing for a potential crisis. The war is causing a squeeze in oil and plastics supplies, leading to an increase in prices on a broad range of products, from ramen noodles to…
Hyundai Duty Free recently announced the launch of an artificial intelligence (AI) powered beauty analysis zone at its Trade Centre location in Seoul, South Korea. The innovative space, known as ‘AI Beauty Trip’, offers customers unique, personalized skincare…
Kao Corporation, a Tokyo-based company specializing in chemicals and cosmetics, has recently revealed plans to revamp its cosmetics business. The strategy will focus on the growth and expansion of its six core brands. The New Strategy Kao’s primary goal is to…
In a bold move that underscores its commitment to innovation, Kolmar Korea is cementing its foothold in the global skincare arena by harnessing the power of traditional Korean ingredients. The rising tide of consumer interest in natural, ingredient-centric…
Cosmetic brand Lush has opened its first 24-hour vending machine, located in Coal Drop’s Yard at King’s Cross in London. Lush said it aims to provide customers with a distinctive retail experience by allowing them to purchase its products at any time of the…
The chief executive of Japanese cosmetics giant Shiseido Co believes inbound tourism will return next year as the pandemic abates, beginning a gradual recovery in sales of high-end goods to travelers. A halt in tourism amid the COVID-19 pandemic has cut off…
Perfume sales in South Korea have gone up despite the suspension of perfume testing at department stores. Last December, South Korean retailers suspended all practices of testing cosmetic samples at offline vendors in accordance with government regulations,…
Japanese cosmetics firm Shiseido Co Ltd said on Friday it was in talks to sell its lower-priced skincare and shampoo lines to private equity firm CVC Capital Partners in a deal reported to be valued at over $1.45 billion. Shiseido said it was in talks to sell…
NYX Cosmetics is to close its retail operations in Malaysia after three years in the market. According to a report by Marketing-Interactive, the US cosmetics firm – a L’Oreal subsidiary – has permanently closed outlets in Suria KLCC, Sunway Pyramid, and…
Two Hong Kong cosmetics retailers have fallen victim to the coronavirus crisis facing legal action over unpaid rent. British-headquartered chain Lush has been sued by its landlord, Shun Cheong Properties Management, for three months of allegedly unpaid rent…
Italian cosmetic brand, Kiko Milano, is to expand its retail network in India next year. Kiko Milano India plans to open six stores across the country, including two new stores in the national capital Delhi. “We will focus on having more points of sale,…
South Korea is aiming to become the third-largest cosmetics exporter in the world by 2022. The move will be made through extensive investment in research and development and concerted marketing efforts, the government said Thursday. “The goal is to ship out…
Global cosmetics firm Natura has launched its business in Malaysia with a pop-up store in Sunway Pyramid, Petaling Jaya. The pop-up store will serve to introduce the brand and its products to consumers via a series of interactive experiences, including a…
French cosmetics startup La Bouche Rouge has chosen Hong Kong as its first Asian market ahead of a regional rollout. Founder Nicolas Gerlier introduced the firm’s eco-friendly lipstick line in an interview with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council. The…
Foreign Lush customers in Japan can now shop without language barriers as the brand launches the first language-free concept store in Shinjuku district. By using AI technology, the UK cosmetics retailer helps its customers enjoy their retail experience…
Two women have been arrested for their suspected involvement in the importation and possession of a massive haul of counterfeit cosmetics and perfumes. The women, aged 21 and 23, are reported to have been in possession of more than 16,000 fake products with…
