August 2023

Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is associated with clinical antibiotic resistance globally, according to a study published in the August issue of The Lancet Planetary Health. Zhenchao Zhou, Ph.D., from Zhejiang University in…

The cladode and peel extracts of prickly pear show potential in skin care for its skin brightening, antioxidant, and antibacterial benefits, says new research from Taiwan.

There is an almost linear association between alcohol intake and blood pressure (BP) in healthy adults, according to a review published online July 31 in Hypertension. Silvia Di Federico, from the University of Modena and…

According to a Barclays Capital analyst, Estée Lauder’s recent cyber attack can potentially impact its sales by approximately $300 million. The hacking incident led to significant disruption in the company’s global business operations, including shutting point-of-sale systems and halting certain manufacturing operations.

From Hollywood to Europe to China, Ozempic has rapidly established itself as a miracle appetite suppressant for losing weight quickly and effortlessly. The problem is that the drug is being misused, since it is only intended for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. And this is not without risk to users’ health, or to the diabetes patients who really need the drug. As such, health authorities are now keeping a very close eye on the situation.

“The end of AIDS” is still possible by 2030, the United Nations insisted Thursday, but cautioned that the world’s deadliest pandemic could only be halted if leaders grasped the opportunity. “AIDS can be ended” as a public health threat, the UNAIDS agency said, as it outlined a roadmap of investment, evidence-based prevention and treatment, empowering civil society and tackling the inequalities holding back progress.

Mint producer Jindal Drugs sees untapped opportunities among new oral care brands that value the use of high-quality natural ingredients.

The sun’s rays cause the majority of skin changes as you grow older. Here’s how sunscreen helps prevent the damage.

In response to China’s new registration scheme for foreign beauty products, France’s Foreign Minister, Bruno Le Maire is set to meet with Chinese officials in the hope of thrashing out a mutually acceptable alternative, according to a report published by Bloomberg. Le Maire is hoping to agree a common standard for safety and efficacy claims to govern the sale of French beauty products in China, among other objectives.

LVMH-owned cosmetics retailer, Sephora, is contemplating a shake-up of its China operations to reach an aggressive sales target in the coming years. This restructuring may include appointing a new leader for its China division and refining services for premium customers. Although on track to achieve a global revenue of €13 billion ($15 billion) this year, Sephora’s growth in the competitive Chinese market has been slow.

The Vietnam beauty supply market is flourishing, and Beauty Sourcing has been at the forefront of this burgeoning industry. As part of our commitment to providing the latest and trendiest beauty products, we participated in the prestigious Vietbeauty and Cosmobeaute trade shows held in Saigon from July 27th to 29th

Western drugmakers have aligned themselves with Beijing’s health priorities and are tapping local startups for innovative medicines

A bright light shines brightly in the medical field after all the chaotic upheavals caused by three dark years of the pandemic. A new treatment for Parkinson’s disease is now available in the Philippines. “There is a uniquely Filipino Neurologic disease found mainly in the island of Panay where, mostly, males entering adult age start having involuntary movement which progresses to fatal infirmity…

The Sarawak government will work with the Ministry of Health to coordinate efforts to combat HIV/AIDS in order to achieve better health outcomes, said the premier. Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg said the government is fully aware that HIV/AIDS is a concern under Goal 3 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with Target 3.3 being to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030.

The introduction of the new Modernisation of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) could complicate entry into the US beauty market for Asian cosmetic companies, says a regulatory expert.

We round up the most recent developments in the exciting Chinese beauty market, featuring news updates from Coty, Amorepacific and more.

We round up the latest beauty innovations and developments from made-in-Asia beauty brands.