China's perfume market has been experiencing significant growth.The “2024 China Perfume and Fragrance White Paper”,jointly published by Eternal Group,DSM-Firmenich,and Ipsos in September 2024,reveals that the ma...China's perfume market has been experiencing significant growth.The “2024 China Perfume and Fragrance White Paper”,jointly published by Eternal Group,DSM-Firmenich,and Ipsos in September 2024,reveals that the market surged from 11.4 billion yuan in 2018 to 22.9 billion yuan in 2023,achieving a compound annual growth rate(CAGR) of 15%.With projections estimating a rise to 44 billion yuan by 2028 at a 14% CAGR,the sector's long-term growth prospects remain strong.展开更多
1 Introduction to recombinant collagen1.1 What recombinant collagen is?In the cosmetics industry,innovation is largely driven by breakthroughs in ingredients.Historically,many brands have achieved significant success ...1 Introduction to recombinant collagen1.1 What recombinant collagen is?In the cosmetics industry,innovation is largely driven by breakthroughs in ingredients.Historically,many brands have achieved significant success by harnessing the potential of exclusive ingredients.Examples include Pro-Xylane for L’Oréal,nicotinamide for Olay,etc.Currently,recombinant collagen is the rising star in the cosmetics industry.Collagen widely exists in tissues such as skin,bones,and muscles.Its supportive,reparative,and protective properties make it a vital substance in maintaining skin elasticity and moisture.As Dr.J.Brandt-the father of collagen,stated,the skin aging process is the process of collagen breakdown and loss.Therefore,how to supplement the continuous loss of collagen has long been a focus of dermatological research.展开更多
“Functional skincare products” refer to products helpful for dealing with skin problems, and their main functions include moisturizing, acne removing, freckle-removing and whitening, sunscreen, etc. With consumer’s...“Functional skincare products” refer to products helpful for dealing with skin problems, and their main functions include moisturizing, acne removing, freckle-removing and whitening, sunscreen, etc. With consumer’s increasing demand for healthy and effective skin care, functional skincare products industry has ushered in a stage of rapid development since 2018.展开更多
The claim"cosmeceutica"is strictly forbidden in China since 2019.However,cosmeceutical can still be sold in China as general cosmetics.In the meantime,functional skincare,a claim that is similar to cosmeceut...The claim"cosmeceutica"is strictly forbidden in China since 2019.However,cosmeceutical can still be sold in China as general cosmetics.In the meantime,functional skincare,a claim that is similar to cosmeceutical,has been strongly trending recently.Cosmeceuticals are products that have both cosmetic and therapeutic(medical or drug-like)effects.展开更多
In China,cross-border e-commerce(short for“CBEC”)is a completely separate,official and state-sanctioned trade channel for imported goods.Unlike the general trade that requires strict compliance with Chinese cosmetic...In China,cross-border e-commerce(short for“CBEC”)is a completely separate,official and state-sanctioned trade channel for imported goods.Unlike the general trade that requires strict compliance with Chinese cosmetic regulations,CBEC offers an excellent market access route for international cosmetic stakeholders to circumvent animal testing and mandatory general trade registration and notification requirements.Therefore,it is a fast track for overseas brands to try out the Chinese market.展开更多
Developing products that foster a healthy skin microbiome is a new trend in the Chinese cosmetic industry,attracting the attention of both international players and Chinese niche brands alike.The sector is poised to t...Developing products that foster a healthy skin microbiome is a new trend in the Chinese cosmetic industry,attracting the attention of both international players and Chinese niche brands alike.The sector is poised to take off but is still hindered by a lack of support regulations standardizing labeling and advertising claims and potential government supervision.However,on the flip side,there is some proof in principle supporting the commercial feasibility of these products.展开更多
On November 30,2021,a notice from China NMPA implied that products containing SymWhite 377(a whitening cosmetic ingredient)must be registered as special cosmetics.Many products containing SymWhite 377,which used to be...On November 30,2021,a notice from China NMPA implied that products containing SymWhite 377(a whitening cosmetic ingredient)must be registered as special cosmetics.Many products containing SymWhite 377,which used to be notified as general cosmetics rather than registered as special cosmetics,were removed from shelves later.This notice also made many industry practitioners worry that there will be further inspection on other whitening ingredients.In response to the chaos,China NMPA later issued a new article to explain.展开更多
YeAnimal testing for the sake of cosmetic safety has always been a very controversial topic since it’s often viewed as cruel due to its harm,or outright death,of the animals subjected to them.In the early years,anima...YeAnimal testing for the sake of cosmetic safety has always been a very controversial topic since it’s often viewed as cruel due to its harm,or outright death,of the animals subjected to them.In the early years,animal testing was adopted to assess product safety and allergenicity during the R&D of cosmetics and daily chemical products.Since then,we have seen significant technological advancements to the extent that people argue that animal tests have become largely redundant.As a response,cruelty-free advocates have made huge headway in lobbying governments to ban animal testing.In this report,I will look at those major advancements in the global push towards a global ban on animal testing.展开更多
2020 was a challenging year for the whole world because of the outbreak of Covid-19.China’s beauty&care market also witnessed some significant changes this year.These changes brought simultaneous challenges and o...2020 was a challenging year for the whole world because of the outbreak of Covid-19.China’s beauty&care market also witnessed some significant changes this year.These changes brought simultaneous challenges and opportunities to brands in the market.The cosmetic industry was severely hit by the pandemic at the beginning of 2020,but quickly bounced back in April and then became one of the fastest growing sectors in the following months.In October,its total retail sales increased by 18.3%YoY,outperforming all other categories.In November,its total retail sales even soared by 32.3%YoY due to the Double 11 shopping festival.展开更多
2021 is a special year for the Chinese cosmetic market.Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation(CSAR),the overarching cosmetic regulation,came into force,giving the cosmetic regulatory system a fresh look.In...2021 is a special year for the Chinese cosmetic market.Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation(CSAR),the overarching cosmetic regulation,came into force,giving the cosmetic regulatory system a fresh look.In this new regulatory system,the cosmetic market witnessed the explosive growth of some categories and brands as well as the fadeaway and even disappearance of some subcategories.In general,the Chinese cosmetic market has become more orderly,so observant players have more opportunities than before.What can we expect in 2022?By closely observing the whole industry,I conclude the top 8 possible trend for 2022.展开更多
文摘China's perfume market has been experiencing significant growth.The “2024 China Perfume and Fragrance White Paper”,jointly published by Eternal Group,DSM-Firmenich,and Ipsos in September 2024,reveals that the market surged from 11.4 billion yuan in 2018 to 22.9 billion yuan in 2023,achieving a compound annual growth rate(CAGR) of 15%.With projections estimating a rise to 44 billion yuan by 2028 at a 14% CAGR,the sector's long-term growth prospects remain strong.
文摘1 Introduction to recombinant collagen1.1 What recombinant collagen is?In the cosmetics industry,innovation is largely driven by breakthroughs in ingredients.Historically,many brands have achieved significant success by harnessing the potential of exclusive ingredients.Examples include Pro-Xylane for L’Oréal,nicotinamide for Olay,etc.Currently,recombinant collagen is the rising star in the cosmetics industry.Collagen widely exists in tissues such as skin,bones,and muscles.Its supportive,reparative,and protective properties make it a vital substance in maintaining skin elasticity and moisture.As Dr.J.Brandt-the father of collagen,stated,the skin aging process is the process of collagen breakdown and loss.Therefore,how to supplement the continuous loss of collagen has long been a focus of dermatological research.
文摘“Functional skincare products” refer to products helpful for dealing with skin problems, and their main functions include moisturizing, acne removing, freckle-removing and whitening, sunscreen, etc. With consumer’s increasing demand for healthy and effective skin care, functional skincare products industry has ushered in a stage of rapid development since 2018.
文摘The claim"cosmeceutica"is strictly forbidden in China since 2019.However,cosmeceutical can still be sold in China as general cosmetics.In the meantime,functional skincare,a claim that is similar to cosmeceutical,has been strongly trending recently.Cosmeceuticals are products that have both cosmetic and therapeutic(medical or drug-like)effects.
文摘In China,cross-border e-commerce(short for“CBEC”)is a completely separate,official and state-sanctioned trade channel for imported goods.Unlike the general trade that requires strict compliance with Chinese cosmetic regulations,CBEC offers an excellent market access route for international cosmetic stakeholders to circumvent animal testing and mandatory general trade registration and notification requirements.Therefore,it is a fast track for overseas brands to try out the Chinese market.
文摘Developing products that foster a healthy skin microbiome is a new trend in the Chinese cosmetic industry,attracting the attention of both international players and Chinese niche brands alike.The sector is poised to take off but is still hindered by a lack of support regulations standardizing labeling and advertising claims and potential government supervision.However,on the flip side,there is some proof in principle supporting the commercial feasibility of these products.
文摘On November 30,2021,a notice from China NMPA implied that products containing SymWhite 377(a whitening cosmetic ingredient)must be registered as special cosmetics.Many products containing SymWhite 377,which used to be notified as general cosmetics rather than registered as special cosmetics,were removed from shelves later.This notice also made many industry practitioners worry that there will be further inspection on other whitening ingredients.In response to the chaos,China NMPA later issued a new article to explain.
文摘YeAnimal testing for the sake of cosmetic safety has always been a very controversial topic since it’s often viewed as cruel due to its harm,or outright death,of the animals subjected to them.In the early years,animal testing was adopted to assess product safety and allergenicity during the R&D of cosmetics and daily chemical products.Since then,we have seen significant technological advancements to the extent that people argue that animal tests have become largely redundant.As a response,cruelty-free advocates have made huge headway in lobbying governments to ban animal testing.In this report,I will look at those major advancements in the global push towards a global ban on animal testing.
文摘2020 was a challenging year for the whole world because of the outbreak of Covid-19.China’s beauty&care market also witnessed some significant changes this year.These changes brought simultaneous challenges and opportunities to brands in the market.The cosmetic industry was severely hit by the pandemic at the beginning of 2020,but quickly bounced back in April and then became one of the fastest growing sectors in the following months.In October,its total retail sales increased by 18.3%YoY,outperforming all other categories.In November,its total retail sales even soared by 32.3%YoY due to the Double 11 shopping festival.
文摘2021 is a special year for the Chinese cosmetic market.Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation(CSAR),the overarching cosmetic regulation,came into force,giving the cosmetic regulatory system a fresh look.In this new regulatory system,the cosmetic market witnessed the explosive growth of some categories and brands as well as the fadeaway and even disappearance of some subcategories.In general,the Chinese cosmetic market has become more orderly,so observant players have more opportunities than before.What can we expect in 2022?By closely observing the whole industry,I conclude the top 8 possible trend for 2022.
