Beauty & wellness
Heat-treated postbiotic linked to skin elasticity gains in clinical trial
A postbiotic strain previously studied in atopic dermatitis was tested in a recent clinical trial involving healthy middle-aged women, funded by Kaneka Corporation and published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
myBrainCo partners pharmacy veteran to gain ground in new sales channel
Australian supplements brand myBrainCo is partnering StirlingFildes Plus to leverage the latter’s connections in the pharmacy industry, a sector it is looking to establish a foothold in.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Updated Advance Programme now live!
Check out the latest updated Advance Programme for our Growth Asia Summit 2026, which takes place from July 8 to 10 in Singapore
Vanity-led demand: Vitagen taps female audience with beauty-focused drinks
The probiotic cultured milk brand refocuses on gut health and collagen, riding on the beauty food revolution that has swept across food and wellness categories in Asia
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics debuts hyaluronic acid-mimicking vegan PDRN at PCHi 2026
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant unveiled its new vegan PDRN ingredient, said to biomimic hyaluronic acid (HA)’s benefits while being more cost-effective, at the recent Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) trade show.
Biotech empowering innovation amid shifting consumption habits in China – IMCD Sanrise
IMCD Sanrise says that biotechnology is empowering ingredient innovation amid rapid urbanisation and shifting consumption habits in Asia, particularly China.
PCHi Fountain Awards 2026 highlights C-beauty’s role in driving global innovation
The Fountain Awards by Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi), which saw the recognition of new names and major players, highlighted the increasingly significant role of C-beauty in driving global innovation.
Singapore’s MIRIQA expands into immunity category, targets modern family wellness
Singapore firm MIRIQA has expanded beyond beauty supplements into the immunity category, and looks to meet the health and wellness needs of modern families.
Herbal extract complex may reduce signs of skin aging: Cosmax study
A combination of extracts from Korean mint, goji berry and fig may reduce wrinkles and improve skin hydration and elasticity, says a new study from scientists at Cosmax, South Korea’s largest cosmetics manufacturer.
dsm-firmenich aims to elevate C-beauty through biological intelligence and advanced tech
dsm‑firmenich is looking to elevate consumer products in the Chinese beauty market through its ingredient innovations powered by advanced biotechnology.
KOSÉ to reveal how quantum computing can shape future cosmetics at PCHi 2026
A data scientist from KOSÉ Corporation is set to demystify quantum computing and discuss how this advanced technology can steer future cosmetics R&D during a conference session at Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) 2026.
Top 10s: K-beauty, tech advancements, skin science and other most-read stories from Dec
We highlight the top 10 stories of December 2025, including K-beauty trends, beauty tech advancements, latest scientific findings, and more.
Resveratrol supplements may improve signs of skin aging: Lallemand RCT
Oral supplementation and topical application of trans-resveratrol may help improve women’s skin health parameters by reducing wrinkles and boosting sebum levels, says a new study using Lallemand’s Veri-te resveratrol.
K-beauty 2.0: Advanced tech, stronger branding, mid-range prices under spotlight
K-beauty is said to be experiencing a “second coming”, with advanced technology, stronger brand positioning, and mid-range products that deliver high quality taking centre stage.
Clio Life Care intensifies portfolio, channel expansion to push functional foods growth
South Korea’s Clio Life Care is doubling down on expansion of its product line-up and sales channels to establish health functional foods as a new growth engine.
Skin science: Latest stories on cosmetics science and formulation
Dive into our latest stories on formulation and science, featuring research on extracts of Centella asiatica and cashew apple, an electrokinetic study on hair conditioner surfactants, rise and barriers of plant-based ingredients, and more.
Across the Nutraverse: MLB’s Ohtani get new immune ambassador role, Tru Niagen for beauty, rhodiola for athletic performance
Happy New Year, Nutraverse! Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the global nutrition, functional foods and dietary supplements industries.
Three key areas in K-beauty to look out for in 2026
Find out the three key areas, including shifts in consumer needs and categories in demand, that are expected to shape the development of K-beauty in 2026.
PCHi 2026 expands conference programme to support global industry growth
The 2026 edition of Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) will feature an expanded conference programme alongside a comprehensive showcase of technologies and solutions from around the world.
Fish oil oxidation: Experts debate the science and health impacts
Research shows that some fish oil supplements are oxidized, but is there any scientific evidence to support the perception that oxidized fish oil is less efficacious or even detrimental?
Indian review highlights rise of plant-based cosmetic actives but flags safety, data gaps
A new scientific review has mapped how plant-based ingredients are reshaping cosmetic science, and where evidence and safety still fall short.
Astragalus-centella blend shows dual cosmetic, supplement potential: Taiwan study
A new study from Taiwan has reported that a blend of Astragalus membranaceus and Centella asiatica saponins (ACS) improved multiple markers of skin health when used both as a topical cream and as an oral supplement.
Genetic aesthetics: BIOVOZ, University of Auckland partner to advance anti-ageing research
New Zealand premium skin care brand BIOVOZ has announced a strategic research partnership with the University of Auckland to accelerate the translation of science into groundbreaking anti-ageing innovations.
H&H Group zeros in on cellular health for new beauty, longevity launches
Health and Happiness Group (H&H Group) is addressing beauty and longevity needs through new products that work at the cellular level, as it aims to become a market leader in this emerging category. Its new products were recently launched in Australia and...
Big name brands on board: Check out the first wave of speakers for our Growth Asia Summit 2026
Today we can announce the first wave of speakers for our Growth Asia Summit 2026, with major brands from Japan, India, New Zealand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and France on the agenda.
WATCH: Life-Space targets all gut-axes post award win
Australia-based microbiome specialist Life-Space is planning to increase its offerings for gut-skin and gut-brain axes, as well as the gut-muscle and gut-bone axes as it dabbles into the healthy longevity space.
Guardian, Mannings to feature menopause-friendly product aisle in mid-2026
Guardian and Mannings, both pharmacy chains under DFI Retail Group, will feature “menopause-friendly” product aisles in five Asian markets come mid-2026.
Collagen peptide supplement may fight wrinkles in healthy adults: Korean study
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial in South Korea has found that daily low-molecular-weight collagen peptides improved several signs of skin aging in healthy adults within eight weeks, with benefits that lasted two weeks after...
L’évive Labs aims to establish presence in Singapore and Malaysia, seeks collaboration
Singapore-headquartered supplements firm L’évive Labs looks to strengthen presence in the region through various initiatives and seeks strategic partnerships to support its growth.
How beauty and wellness are converging: Insights from Unilever R&D head
From the brain-skin axis to scalp care, we discover more about Unilever’s future focus on wellness.
NMN for hair? Mitsubishi Corporation Life Sciences on ‘first of its kind’ findings
Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) has gained traction as an anti-aging ingredient, but a 12-week study funded by Mitsubishi Corporation Life Sciences—said to be “first of its kind” human clinical trial—showed that it could improve hair health too.
Q&A: The gut-skin-brain axis and the future of microbiome beauty
The gut-skin-brain axis is scientifically proven to influence skin health, mental well-being and overall beauty. Stress and inflammation are major factors impacting the skin-gut-brain axis, with new research highlighting how interconnected they are.
JSHealth debuts men’s health product for hair growth amid strong demand
JSHealth Vitamins has launched its first supplement targeted at men - Hair + Energy For Men - based on strong feedback for hair growth support products.
‘Good skin’ increasingly seen as marker of health, self-care and wellness
There is an increasing shift in the perception of beauty in Asia, where good skin is no longer just about visual appearances, but also a marker of an individual’s health and level of self-care.
Meiji launches NMN collagen to grow market share
Meiji Co. Ltd is putting a twist to its flagship amino acid collagen powder with the addition of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) in a bid to grow its global market share.
Can supplements protect against UV-induced skin damage?
Within the booming anti-aging supplement market, beauty-from-within represents a fast-growing segment as consumers turn to ingestible collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants to fend off internal and external insults that degrade youthful...
Science shorts: Palm oil tocotrienol, probiotics, sake by-product and more
In this round-up, we bring you the latest research findings on health and nutrition, including new findings on palm oil tocotrienol’s antioxidative benefits, probiotics for eczema, sake by-product for constipation and more.
GROWTH ASIA SUMMIT 2025
Why affordable health is the ‘sweet spot’ for APAC food and nutrition growth
Asia consumers are increasingly looking for healthier foods and nutra solutions, but they are also highly price sensitive, according to data presented at our Growth Asia Summit.
What international brands need to know about APAC’s booming beauty-from-within market
Long at the forefront of beauty innovation, APAC markets like Japan, China and South Korea are now driving growth in holistic beauty and personal care. Here, we examine the emerging trends and patterns defining the space.
HECH looks to longevity, high potency formulas to grow China’s beauty market
Beauty-from-within brand HECH is planning to use anti-aging and high potency ingredients to capture a wider group of consumers in China.
Cosmax to continue investing into localisation on the back of strong growth in SEA
Cosmax’s growth strategy for South East Asia includes three main axes of broadening sales channels, strengthening market penetration, and expanding business areas, with localisation playing a major role in each.
iHerb expands California Gold Nutrition brand into beauty with ‘from within’ strategy
The new product line merges internal supplements and topical care, reflecting growing global demand for clean, science-driven beauty solutions.
South Korea’s health supplements industry shows signs of growing reliance on exports
South Korea’s health functional foods production is increasingly fuelled by overseas demand for vitamins and minerals, according to new government data.
French maritime pine bark extract reduces cellulite, says first-of-its-kind study
A clinical trial conducted in Beijing, China, reported that French maritime pine bark extract supplementation could reduce cellulite severity.