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Samyang Group Moves Into Fragrance With Soda Aromatic Deal
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Samyang Group Moves Into Fragrance With Soda Aromatic Deal

The acquisition gives Samyang a foothold in Japan’s flavour and fragrance market, with relevance for perfume and cosmetics ingredient supply.

June 1, 2026
Biore Price Increase in Japan as Kao Raises Prices
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Biore Price Increase in Japan as Kao Raises Prices

Higher naphtha-linked material costs are pushing Kao to raise prices for selected Biore products in Japan from July.

May 27, 2026
Vaseline Taps Jennie for Global Body Care Push
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Vaseline Taps Jennie for Global Body Care Push

The appointment gives Vaseline a high-visibility ambassador as Unilever expands its body care positioning around Gluta-Hya and Pro Derma.

May 26, 2026
Albion to Close Tmall Global Flagship Store in China
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Albion to Close Tmall Global Flagship Store in China

The move narrows Albion’s cross-border e-commerce presence in China while leaving its domestic marketplace channels in place.

May 22, 2026
Dr. Jart+ Could Return to Korean Ownership in Acquisition Talks
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Dr. Jart+ Could Return to Korean Ownership in Acquisition Talks

The talks could bring one of K-beauty’s best-known global brands back under Korean control after years inside Estée Lauder’s portfolio.

May 20, 2026
Tops Launches Standalone LOOKS Beauty Store in Thailand
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Tops Launches Standalone LOOKS Beauty Store in Thailand

Tops will open the first standalone LOOKS store on May 20 at Robinson Lifestyle Srisamarn, marking a strategic shift for the Central…

May 19, 2026
Amorepacific Reopens AMORE YONGSAN Flagship in Seoul
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Amorepacific Reopens AMORE YONGSAN Flagship in Seoul

The revamped store adds AI diagnostics, bespoke product services and research-led experiences as Amorepacific pushes deeper into personalised beauty retail.

May 18, 2026
China’s Cosmetics Trade Tops $24.8 Billion in 2025
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China’s Cosmetics Trade Tops $24.8 Billion in 2025

China’s beauty market continued to expand in 2025, with stronger trade flows, rising exports and domestic brands holding a majority market share

May 15, 2026