A team of Italian researchers have shown that acne worsening was strongly correlated with high levels of anxiety and depressive symptoms, with increased perception of stress and low-to-moderate adaptive and resilience skills.
German personal care conglomerate Beiersdorf has blamed the diagou situation in China and South Korea for La Prairie’s 9.9% sales decline in the first half (H1).
A recent study has revealed some insights into the impact of COVID-19 on skin-related issues, which is of interest in manufacturers and suppliers to the cosmetics and personal care industries seeking to provide consumers with potential product solutions...
Beauty retailer Sa Sa International says the return of Chinese travellers to Hong Kong and Macau heralds a “promising start” to the new financial year.
Special Edition - Bright Beauty: Fun, Joy and Colour Across Cosmetics, Hair Care and Body Care
Beauty needs have shifted drastically since COVID-19, with consumers turning to cosmetic and personal care products for joy, fun and creativity versus to simply conform to societal standards, says a multi-sensory marketing expert.
Whilst the fragrance category has continued to show dynamism and growth in the past year, the number of new concept launches has stagnated, with growth instead coming from existing lines extensions and flanker brands, says market trends firm Circana.
Global consumer trends in hair care have morphed post-pandemic, with products offering efficacy, multifunctionality and skin health benefits gaining important traction, according to Euromonitor International.
Japanese beauty major Shiseido will start to prioritise strategic investments in three key areas – brands, innovation and people – to drive revenue growth, according to its CEO.
The strength of L’Oréal’s hair care business in 2022 came as a positive post-COVID surprise as consumers aspired to healthier, more diversified looks and shopped at the premium end of this category, its CEO says.
Estée Lauder Companies president and CEO Fabrizio Freda has pegged skin care, fragrance, and luxury hair care as key drivers of growth in China as it moves away from last year’s COVID-19 troubles.
Hong Kong-listed L’Occitane International’s flagship brand recorded a sales dip of 0.9% in the nine months ending December 2022 due to challenges related to COVID-19 in China and Japan.
Following many milestones and achievements in 2022, the British beauty sector is bracing for a turbulent trading period ahead that it plans to tackle collaboratively, says the CEO of the British Beauty Council.
There have been huge waves of innovation, collaboration and change in the beauty category this past year. Here, CosmeticsDesign-Europe takes a look back at our most-read stories in 2022.
Logistical challenges and energy struggles are plaguing smaller independent beauty brands such as Shakeup Cosmetics, which says it is doing as much as it can not to pass on rising costs to its consumers.
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.
The beauty and personal care industry must invest more in better understanding complex chemical supply chains and work with its partners to drive sustainable action, especially during disruptive times with COVID-19, Brexit and the climate crisis, says...
The beauty and personal care category must start upgrading and innovating formulas and products to empower consumers to take shorter, colder showers – drawing inspiration from hospitals, beer brands and more, says a senior futurologist.
UK beauty retailer Superdrug has unveiled its budget own-brand makeup range designed to provide better accessibility for all consumers – a move that aligns well with the cost of living crisis and consumer trends, says an expert.
UNEP 2022 Adaptation Gap Report and Emissions Gap Report
Whilst many countries worldwide are working to tackle the climate crisis, actions are not keeping pace with real-world risks and impacts on planet and people, largely due to huge funding gaps, according to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
The beauty industry has an important role to play in empowering women worldwide aged 40+ and must move away from ageist language to better reflect the maturing confidence felt amongst this cohort, says Avon’s global VP of marketing.
International beauty major L’Oréal has reported a worldwide surge in sales for the third quarter (Q3) of 2022, capturing growth across all divisions but especially active cosmetics, despite inflationary pressures in many countries.
No-rinse shampoos are both trendy and, when effective, could have a significant impact on the quality of life and hygiene of the elderly, bedridden and ICU patients.
Personal care giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) has reported a small rise in net sales and a dip in net profit for the first quarter of fiscal 2023, forecasting a continued difficult cost and operating environment, particularly in Europe, for the rest...
A team of Japanese dermatologists believe COVID-19-related hair loss is likely due to the overproduction of cytokine that is typically associated with the disease.
Beauty retail major Sephora is set to absorb prestige beauty e-commerce player Feelunique’s domain this week, kickstarting the start of its wider UK market re-entry plans.
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 concern over long COVID and its impact on skin health will drive consumer demand for safety, thereby pushing more cosmetic companies to develop products in accordance with the ISO natural origin index, according to a new review.
Temporary retail spaces offer beauty brands opportunity to build hype and drive community post-pandemic – both key in an increasingly competitive UK market, says Mintel.
Customised cosmetics innovation will be a significant driver of the South Korean beauty market and will provide it “unique” competitive edge, according to a new review.
Beauty tech investments have largely focused on digital and e-commerce, but consumers are looking for technology in-store as well to improve the overall shopping experience, providing significant opportunity for brands and retailers, according to Mintel.
A round-up of CosmeticsDesign-Europe’s most-read news from August 2022 shows interest in why consumers take collagen supplements, Colgate-Palmolive’s patent on an AI oral health care device, WGSN research on consumer thinking around preservatives, and...
Shaved heads, no eyebrows and messy makeup are some of the latest visuals popping up in beauty as Generation Z emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic looking to flip the lid on dated, traditional narratives.
German personal care major Beiersdorf has plans to expand La Prairie’s offline presence in China with 10 more touchpoints as the brand rebounds strongly in the pandemic-plagued market.
Colgate, Lifebuoy, Dove and Sunsilk have fiercely and consistently expanded reach over the years, edging into new categories and plugging new consumer needs to stay on top of the fast-moving consumer goods race – action other industry players can aspire...
Retailer A.S. Watson has cautioned that consumer sentiment in China will take time to fully recover, despite an uptick in footfall following a turbulent few months due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Japanese beauty major Shiseido is planning to invest JPY10bn (USD75.5m) in both brand equity and its employees as part of plans to go on the offensive and buck the declining trend of the market.
The British beauty sector will parade its status as an economic powerhouse and potent transformer of lives at next month’s British Beauty Week, as the industry and world slowly moves past the COVID-19 pandemic once and for all.
French beauty exports will continue to surge in 2022, with China and the US set to remain important business markets for makeup and perfumes in particular, according to the French Federation for Beauty Companies (FEBEA).
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has created huge waves of change in consumer thinking, with hygiene, finance and science now the sharp focus in beauty, potentially spelling the end of preservative fears and the free-from movement, says WGSN.
Consumer engagement in the fragrance category is growing worldwide, fuelled by interest in wellbeing and mood but also seduction as people start to socialise again, says the CEO of L’Oréal.
Colgate, Lifebuoy, Dove and Sunsilk are the most chosen beauty and personal care brands in the world, but L’Oréal Paris is the ‘biggest online adopter’, according to Kantar Worldpanel’s 2022 Brand Footprint.
Women globally now prioritise looking healthy over looking young and the majority say their confidence is improving with age, highlighting the need to shift beauty narratives around ageing, say Avon execs.
Simplification and sophistication are key strategies to drive cosmetics sales in the post-pandemic era, with consumers willing to spend more on natural, sustainable care and tech beauty.
With the online beauty boom after COVID-19, it has become harder for skin care brands to stand out and engage with shoppers who still enjoy and rely on traditional tactile engagement ahead of purchase, says Mintel.
French clean beauty brand Caudalie is gearing up to expand its presence in Asia with new entries into India and Vietnam on the back of what it belives is growing demand for effective and clean skin care.
![Beiersdorf has blamed the diagou situation in China and South Korea for La Prairie’s sales decline. [La Prairie]](jpg/la-prairie-h1-sales-decline-attributed-to-diagou-woes-in-china-and-korea-2.jpg)
![L’Oréal chief says consumer consumption and confidence is improving in China but cautions that the recovery process will be slower than expected. [Helena Rubinstein]](jpg/l-oreal-ceo-sees-clear-signs-of-consumption-recovery-in-china-2.jpg)
![Sa Sa records 53.3% turnover increase in Hong Kong and Macau as more tourists return to its home market in Q1. [Sa Sa]](png/sa-sa-q1-buoyed-by-return-of-tourists-to-hk-macau-2.png)
![Sa Sa says the return of Chinese travellers to Hong Kong and Macau heralds a “promising start” to the new financial year. [Sa Sa]](png/sa-sa-ready-to-put-covid-19-issues-behind-as-chinese-tourists-return-2.png)
![Joy has become a key word for beauty post-pandemic and many brands are succeeding in creating emotional connections via sensory innovations like texture, scent and packaging [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-post-pandemic-focusing-on-sensory-innovation-to-promote-joy-fun-and-creativity-2.jpg)
![Fragrance brands are today focusing on line extensions and flanker brands versus organic new product concepts [Getty Images]](jpg/fragrance-innovation-in-2022-slows-with-focus-on-premiumisation-formulation-changes-and-flankers-says-circana-2.jpg)
![Consumer needs and focuses in hair care have evolved post-COVID, with a broader focus on self-care and wellness but also 'less is more' essential products [Getty Images]](jpg/hair-care-trends-2023-post-pandemic-focused-on-ageing-damage-and-scalp-care-says-euromonitor-international-2.jpg)
![Shiseido will start to prioritise strategic investments in three key areas. [Shiseido]](jpg/shiseido-will-make-proactive-investments-for-revenue-growth-from-2023-ceo-2.jpg)
![Consumers are increasingly invested in the health of their hair and are investing in the premium end of the market to achieve desired looks and outcomes [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-ceo-says-hair-care-is-booming-as-consumers-show-interest-in-premium-luxury-products-2.jpg)
![Estée Lauder CEO says skin care, fragrance, and luxury hair care as key drivers of growth in China. [Estée Lauder]](jpg/estee-lauder-china-skin-fragrance-luxury-hair-categories-set-to-lead-growth-in-reopening-2.jpg)
![’Occitane International’s flagship brand recorded a sales dip of 0.9% in the nine months ending December 2022. [L'Occitane]](jpg/l-occtiane-en-provence-sales-dip-attributed-to-covid-19-challenges-in-china-japan-2.jpg)
![The British Beauty Council will be supporting industry members in 2023 amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis, political uncertainties and continued need to drive sustainable change [Getty Images]](jpg/british-beauty-council-2022-report-outlines-challenges-ahead-for-beauty-industry-and-2023-goals-2.jpg)
![Logistical challenges and energy struggles are plaguing indie brands like Shakeup Cosmetics. [Shakeup Cosmetics]](jpg/indie-beauty-brands-weighed-down-by-increasing-costs-and-logistical-issues-2.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]](jpg/wgsn-beauty-colour-forecast-2024-2025-highlights-importance-of-bright-expressive-colours-2.jpg)
![Note Cosmetique is refreshing its attempt at expand in Asia Pacific. [Note Cosmetique]](jpg/note-cosmetique-eyes-china-india-and-indonesia-as-part-of-apac-expansion-2.jpg)
![The beauty industry can work closely with chemical trade associations to better understand and manage supply chains moving forward, especially amidst ongoing disruptions and today's climate crisis [Getty Images]](jpg/chemical-business-association-says-sustainable-supply-chains-are-key-for-beauty-industry-amidst-globalisation-and-climate-crisis-2.jpg)
![Industry is going to have to turn showering on its head with new ways of washing, smart product concepts and more [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-environment-trends-to-see-cold-showers-rise-so-industry-needs-to-innovate-says-hint-futurology-founder-2.jpg)
![The Studio London range features 136 different products, including foundations, eyeshadows and lipglosses, designed with diversity in mind [Image: Superdrug]](jpg/superdrug-launches-studio-london-own-brand-budget-cosmetics-range-for-affordable-diverse-strategy-2.jpg)
![The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has released its annual Adaptation Gap Report and Emissions Gap Report highlighting a radical shift of gears is needed to tackle the climate crisis [Getty Images]](jpg/united-nations-environment-programme-unep-2022-adaptation-report-and-emissions-gap-report-released-2.jpg)
![COVID-related hair loss has been linked to the severity of stress, [Getty Images]](jpg/covid-and-hair-loss-new-multicentre-study-links-it-with-stress-2.jpg)
![Women aged 40+ say they have more confidence and better self-esteem than when they were younger, and beauty needs to find its place in this, according to Avon [Getty Images]](jpg/avon-power-of-ageing-campaign-highlights-female-empowerment-for-women-aged-41.jpg)
![L'Oréal's active cosmetics division performed especially well in skin care, with its SkinCeuticals and L'Oréal Paris brands especially strong [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-q3-2022-sales-rise-with-active-cosmetics-skin-care-and-fragrances-strong-despite-inflation-2.jpg)
![Procter & Gamble says 2023 will continue to be a tough year, particularly in Europe where consumers will face significant inflationary pressures [Getty Images]](jpg/procter-gamble-q1-2023-net-profit-dips-net-sales-rise-amidst-difficult-cost-and-operating-environment-2.jpg)
![COVID-19-related hair loss is likely due to the overproduction of cytokine that is typically associated with the disease, study. [Getty Images]](jpg/covid-hairloss-japanese-dermatologists-link-hair-loss-to-covid-induced-cytokine-storm-2.jpg)
![Sephora announced the acquisition of Feelunique last year but is this week set to absorb the UK domain and website [Getty Images]](jpg/sephora-absorbs-feelunique-domain-sealing-uk-acquisition-and-kickstarting-re-entry-plans-2.jpg)
![Colour cosmetic consumers will expect more from immersive and virtual worlds, turning to tech to help purchase decisions [Getty Images]](jpg/future-of-makeup-2025-wgsn-report-spotlights-post-pandemic-creativity-beauty-tech-and-metaverse-2.jpg)
![And the brighter and more Instagram-worthy, the better, as UK beauty market competition heats up [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-pop-ups-can-build-hype-and-community-in-competitive-uk-market-says-mintel-2.jpg)
![Gencor Pacific is eyeing huge opportunities in Asia Pacific’s anti-hair loss market. [Getty Images]](jpg/evidence-of-long-covid-hair-loss-could-spur-demand-for-effective-natural-solutions-2.jpg)
![A large number of UK adults who buy beauty and grooming products say in-store technology would help the overall shopping experience [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-tech-in-store-holds-great-promise-for-consumer-experience-and-shopping-journey-says-mintel-2.jpg)
![The COVID-19 crisis has fuelled important shifts among Gen Z beauty consumers around gender, image and mental health [Getty Images]](jpg/beauty-trends-gen-z-post-covid-show-unconventional-gender-fluid-escapism-important-says-verve-2.jpg)
![Beiersdorf has plans to expand La Prairie’s offline presence in China with 10 more touchpoints. [Beiersdorf / La Prairie]](jpg/la-prairie-china-to-open-10-more-doors-by-end-of-2023.jpg)
![Leading beauty brands are expanding into new categories, new need sets and new consumer moments - all key to maintaining global success in the wider fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market [Getty Images]](jpg/kantar-worldpanel-brand-footprint-2022-beauty-brand-success-based-on-expansion-strategies-2.jpg)
![A.S. Watson has cautioned that consumer sentiment in China will take time to fully recover. [Watsons]](jpg/a.s.-watson-believes-recovery-of-consumer-sentiment-in-china-will-take-some-time-2.jpg)
![Shiseido is planning to invest JPY10bn in both brand equity and its employees. [Shiseido]](jpg/shiseido-to-invest-over-75m-in-brand-equity-and-employee-training-2.jpg)
![British Beauty Week will focus on galvanising business and creators and celebrating how far the category has come, particularly post-COVID [Getty Images]](jpg/british-beauty-week-september-5-11-2022-to-galvanise-business-says-british-beauty-council-ceo-2.jpg)
![French beauty exports to China continue to be especially important, with lipstick still the number-one exported product to this country [Getty Images]](jpg/french-beauty-exports-up-19-in-h1-2022-and-set-to-hit-20bn-for-full-year-with-china-and-us-important-2.jpg)
![Searches for 'paraben-free' peaked in July 2020 and in 2022 consumers are now increasingly focused on safety and hygiene [Getty Images]](jpg/wgsn-preservatives-report-says-safety-and-hygiene-now-consumer-focus-post-covid-2.jpg)
![Interest and engagement has risen in fragrances globally as consumers look to target wellbeing, mood and seduction [Getty Images]](jpg/l-oreal-ceo-says-fragrances-soaring-globally-with-new-consumer-appetite-for-category-2.jpg)
![Colgate remains the most-chosen beauty and personal care brand in the world, entering into the 'brands of the decade' because of its successful growth [Getty Images]](jpg/top-50-brands-2022-kantar-worldpanel-brand-footprint-spotlights-colgate-lifebuoy-dove-and-sunsilk-2.jpg)
![Almost three-quarters (72%) of women worldwide are now focused on looking healthy rather than young after the pandemic [Getty Images]](jpg/avon-power-in-ageing-report-finds-women-want-to-look-healthy-not-young-2.jpg)
![More consumers are purchasing tech beauty for use at home like electric cleansers, lifting-up devices and sebum aspirators. [Getty Images]](jpg/post-pandemic-beauty-trends-simplification-sophistication-driving-post-pandemic-beauty-wave-research-2.jpg)
![Many skin care consumers still value in-store sampling and testing, so brands need to work hard to balance out online and brick and mortar retail strategies [Getty Images]](jpg/skin-care-retail-needs-balance-between-online-and-offline-says-mintel-2.jpg)
![Caudalie is gearing up to expand its presence in Asia with new entries into India and Vietnam. [Caudalie]](jpg/caudalie-prioritising-apac-expansion-plans-in-india-and-vietnam-2.jpg)
![Chinese study highlights mental health challenges in atopic dermatitis, emphasising holistic patient care. [Getty Images]](jpg/chinese-research-linking-atopic-dermatitis-to-mental-health-underscores-need-for-holistic-care-2.jpg)
