Asia / Pacific
PCHi 2027 puts Guangzhou at the center of beauty ingredient innovation
Reed Sinopharm Exhibitions has opened visitor pre-registration for PCHi 2027, which will take place from 24 to 26 February 2027 at the...
KKR acquires Japanese beauty and lifestyle group Ci Flavors
Global investment firm KKR has agreed to acquire leading Japanese cosmetics group Ci Flavors from all existing shareholders, including Ci...
dsm-firmenich takes legal action over biotech Sclareol patent in China
The manufacturer of nutrients, flavors, and fragrances has initiated a patent infringement litigation in China regarding production of...
Chinese robotics companies are poised to transform the industry
Robots sorting parcels and serving fried chicken enthralled visitors at a robotics expo in Beijing, China, where hundreds of companies...
Ten Thai beauty brand launches that stood out at Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN 2026
The fifth edition of South East Asia’s leading beauty trade show Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN took place in Bangkok from 24th to 26th June 2026....
Trade shows: Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN is steadily growing in a fast-moving market
The 5th edition of Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN took place in Bangkok, Thailand, from June 24 to 26, 2026. The event featured the launch of its...
Creative shift and local inspiration are powering the rise of Asian fragrances
According to the 2026 Beauty and Wellness Report by Boots, K-perfume has been selected as one of the new categories to watch this year —...
L’Oréal buys controlling stake in Innovist Group to accelerate growth in India
L’Oréal, the world’s leading beauty company, announced on Thursday, June 18, that it has acquired a majority stake in Innovist, an Indian...
Shiseido closes Taiwan plant to streamline global production network
The Japanese beauty giant has announced the closing of its Hsinchu Factory in Taiwan. The move is part of Shiseido’s 2030 Medium-Term...
Unilever expands fragrance creation capabilities with new facility in India
The consumer goods giant is continuing its strategic investment across its global capabilities with opening of a new fragrance hub in...
