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Missha will debut in the skin care category on Saks.com.

Missha Launches at Saks Fifth Avenue

This expansion marks the first major North American department store retailer to carry Missha's skin care assortment.

Chogongjin was inspired by the traditional Korean practice of hanbang, which uses herbal ingredients to enhance and balance the body and mind.

Able C&C Launches Chogongjin Skin Care Brand in the United States

Chogongjin was inspired by the traditional Korean practice of hanbang, which uses herbal ingredients to enhance and balance the body and mind.

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The Future of Beauty M&A: Insights and Trends for 2025-2026

DC Advisory discusses how global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are shaping the future of beauty.

The Zombie Beauty Bloody Peel applies similarly to the appearance of blood to gently remove dead skin cells and brighten dull skin tone.

'Bloody' Good Skin: SKIN1004 Debuts Zombie Beauty Bloody Peel

Upon application, the Zombie Beauty Bloody Peel appears bloody but it gently removes dead skin cells and brightens dull skin tone.

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How Amazon and Prestige Beauty Are Reshaping Sephora

President and CEO Calvin McDonald discussed the future of the retailer in a wide-ranging conversation.

Ceratiq Phytoceramides was named Ingredient of the Year in the Healthy Aging Category by Nutraingredients-USA in 2018.

Ceratiq Phytoceramides Approved for Sale in South Korea

After years of scientific and regulatory collaboration, ceratiq Phytoceramides, a nutricosmetic with reported wrinkle reduction and skin hydration benefits, has been approved for sale in South Korea.

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The Power of Asian-American Social Influencers

"If brands and advertisers can successfully form relationships with these influencers, they have the opportunity to get their brands in front of millions of devoted followers."

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A Year in Review: The Biggest Stories of 2018

From major acquisitions to color trend forecasts to consumer insights, these were the most-read articles on the Global Cosmetic Industry website in 2018.

KISS has Launched Masstige Beauty Brand MeAmora

MeAmora’s founding product lines are Lash Up, a line of custom lash extensions, and Nail On, a line of press on nails, both of which are cruelty free and suitable for vegans.

Gaïaline offers dual beneficial impact on skin and hair. Derived from flax sourced from an “Au Cœur des Sols” (Conservation Agriculture)-certified farm and oil mill, the active ingredient is both effective and environmentally-friendly, per the company.

Expanscience Ingredients' Gaïaline Active Skin Regeneration Ingredient

Gaïaline offers dual beneficial impact on skin and hair. Derived from flax sourced from an “Au Cœur des Sols” (Conservation Agriculture)-certified farm and oil mill, the active ingredient is both effective and environmentally-friendly, per the company.

Kline has flagged Glow Recipe as a possible big-money acquisition target.

[update] 3x $1B Beauty Brand Acquisition Targets

"In identifying M&A candidates, we look at brands that have registered strong increases from their date of launch, have outpaced beauty industry growth, and have found ways to innovate while maintaining brand premise and origin story."

Aestura Launches in 400+ Sephora Locations: The Korean Dermocosmetic Brand Redefining Sensitive Skin Care

"We are thrilled to introduce Aestura as part of our growing Korean skin care assortment," said Brooke Banwart, SVP skin care merchandising at Sephora.

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Sukoshi Expands to NYC, Expanding Its Retail Reach in the Asian Beauty Landscape

Founded in 2018, Sukoshi's new NYC store will mark the brand’s 15th location, with plans to surpass 20 stores by the end of the year.

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in-cosmetics Korea Awards Spotlight AI, Exosomes and K-Beauty's Next Ingredient Wave

Collectively, this year's winners underscore several defining trends in cosmetic R&D.

The desire for skin care-makeup hybrids has been gaining steam in recent years, with SPF claims no exception

Beautifying Sun Protection in 2025: Top Innovation Targets

From emerging ingredient technologies and testing methods to unique formats, SPF-powered beauty is leveling up.

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China: Beauty’s Next Superpower

36% of Chinese women have upgraded to more premium beauty brands in last year, and 58% switched to more expensive product lines within the brands they were already using.

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Evonik Formulations Marry Actives with Texture

Created for the "new cosmetics consumer," the supplier's formulation line was inspired by the influence K- and J-beauty have had over consumers' desired sensory experiences.

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Beauty and Personal Care 2018: 5 Key Insights

"Emerging disruptive and digital players are luring in younger consumer cohorts and aging populations are identifying beauty with new means to healthy aging and a more youthful appearance."