China Beauty Industry Insights

BASF: A Giant Behind the Beauty Business

Although the name may not ring a bell with consumers, BASF is a Global 500 company and world’s leading chemical producer. The company is also a major provider of cosmetic care materials. In 2017, Fortune ranked BASF at #126 among its Global 500 companies in terms of operating income. Chemical... Read more →

The Secret to Cosmetics Quality is Manufacturing: Shanghai LIRI Technologies' Xu Feng

At China Beauty Expo’s May, 2017 exhibition, one cosmetics manufacturer’s display stood out from the crowded floor of machinery. Instead of equipment, Shanghai LIRI Technologies wowed visitors with two model factories and a range of raw materials. Xu Feng, General Manager for the Cosmetics Center at Shanghai LIRI Technologies explains,... Read more →

CBE Exclusive: Li Xusen on Joint R&D as the Future of Packaging Materials Development

From retailers to distributors and brand owners, many players in the cosmetics industry have recognized the need for consumer-centric product strategies. In an increasingly competitive and crowded market, the true frontline in differentiation often comes down to packaging. After packaging exhibitor, EFA Packaging Industrial Co. Ltd (EFA) stood out in... Read more →

See the Leading Global Brands that You'll Meet at the China Beauty Expo - Don't Miss Them!

Some of the leading global beauty brands who will be joining us next week at China Beauty Expo Read more →

Halal Beauty - One of Asia's Fastest Growing Market Segments: Mintel

Today’s young Muslims are interested in fashion, grooming and beauty, and are poised to become an economic force to be reckoned with. As the Muslim population continues to grow, so does the development of the Halal beauty industry, but it’s not only these consumers that Halal products can appeal to.... Read more →