Japan

5 beauty brand concepts that tapped into ancient rituals

5 beauty brand concepts that tapped into ancient rituals

By Kirsty Doolan

In recent years, more consumers have become intrigued by the ancient beauty rituals used in Africa, Asia, Native America and beyond. Here are five companies that created brands around this concept.

A look at Shiseido’s developments in Asia in 2016

A look at Shiseido’s developments in Asia in 2016

By Michelle Yeomans

Shiseido has rapidly expanded across the Americas and Europe this year with focused efforts on travel retail, R&D hubs and partnerships with major beauty players. Here though, we’re taking a look at how the Japanese cosmetics player has still managed...

IMCD establishes a new office in Japan

IMCD establishes a new office in Japan

By Simon Pitman

Holland-based fine chemicals distributor IMCD has expanded its position in the Asia Pacific region with the opening of an office in Tokyo, Japan.

Metrosexual beauty on the rise across Asia

Metrosexual beauty on the rise across Asia

By Lucy Whitehouse

The male grooming sector is seeing a strong boost across Asia, thanks to the growing enthusiasm among male consumers for a meterosexual style.

Colep and One Asia Network announce manufacturing agreement

Colep and One Asia Network announce manufacturing agreement

Colep and the One Asia Network have announced a Manufacturing and Technology Agreement, which will cover the whole of their respective organisations and thereby give supply coverage from Australia, Japan, China, Thailand, India, Poland, Germany, Spain,...

Cosme Tech 2013 set to open doors next week

Cosme Tech 2013 set to open doors next week

The leading event for the Japanese ingredients market, Cosme Tech 2013, is due to open its door next week and the Cosmetics Design editorial team will be there to report on all the highlights.