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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Amorepacific and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's Joint Research Program 'NBRI' Participants Present Latest Findings
Skin anti-aging and immunity effects of Amorepacific's two proprietary ingredients, 'RE.D Flavonoid' and 'Senomune' revealed at the 2025 SID Annual Meeting SEOUL, South Korea, May 16, 2025 /CNW/ -- Amorepacific has demonstrated the efficacy of its two proprietary ingredients in improving skin aging and immune response through the NBRI program, jointly operated with Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. The findings were presented at the 2025 SID (Society for Investigative Dermatology) Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, last week. NBRI (New Beauty Research Initiative) is a collaborative research program that Amorepacific has maintained with the Department of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine since 2022. The two organizations conduct multifaceted research cooperation on skin aging. At this year's SID meeting, NBRI program participants Professor Anna Chien's research team presented the efficacy of Amorepacific's bio-flavonoid ingredient, RE.D Flavonoid, and Professor Martin Alphonse's research team presented the benefits of the green tea-derived ingredient, Senomune. Professor Anna Chien's team confirmed that RE.D Flavonoid, derived from the camellia plant, effectively improves photo-aging symptoms on the face and neck area without irritation. Notable improvements were observed across significant signs of skin aging, including fine lines, skin texture, pores, radiance, and pigmentation, with substantial changes in skin texture and radiance appearing from the eighth week of use. This research was based on long-term results from North American consumers of diverse ethnicities who used RE.D Flavonoid for six months. The study indicates that RE.D Flavonoid works by blocking signal transmission in skin aging and inhibiting collagen damage, which is crucial for skin elasticity. Professor Martin Alphonse's team revealed that Senomune, a saponin component from green tea extract, mitigates immune cell damage and inflammatory responses caused by particulate matter (PM). The team also confirmed the potential for Senomune to reduce immune aging and chronic inflammatory reactions due to external environmental factors by balancing the metabolic functions of immune cells. This research was conducted using peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) from humans, and researchers observed reduced stress responses in immune cells to environmental harmful elements in groups pre-treated with the ingredient. Dr. Suh Byung-fhy, CTO and Head of Amorepacific's R&I Center, stated, "The ongoing NBRI collaborative research program for Skin Longevity of our global customers provides a valuable opportunity to demonstrate the scientific excellence of Amorepacific's slow-aging skincare technology," adding, "Amorepacific will continue to focus on beauty solution research aimed at activating the skin's fundamental recovery capabilities beyond mere symptom improvement." The Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) is an organization dedicated to advancing the sciences relevant to skin disease and has held annual meetings since its establishment in 1937. At this year's 82nd conference, more than 1,600 researchers, clinicians, and dermatology residents from around the world gathered to present over 1,200 of the latest skin research findings. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Amorepacific View original content to download multimedia:
Cision Canada
16-05-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
Amorepacific and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's Joint Research Program 'NBRI' Participants Present Latest Findings
Skin anti-aging and immunity effects of Amorepacific's two proprietary ingredients, 'RE.D Flavonoid' and 'Senomune' revealed at the 2025 SID Annual Meeting SEOUL, South Korea, May 16, 2025 /CNW/ -- Amorepacific has demonstrated the efficacy of its two proprietary ingredients in improving skin aging and immune response through the NBRI program, jointly operated with Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. The findings were presented at the 2025 SID (Society for Investigative Dermatology) Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, last week. NBRI (New Beauty Research Initiative) is a collaborative research program that Amorepacific has maintained with the Department of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine since 2022. The two organizations conduct multifaceted research cooperation on skin aging. At this year's SID meeting, NBRI program participants Professor Anna Chien's research team presented the efficacy of Amorepacific's bio-flavonoid ingredient, RE.D Flavonoid, and Professor Martin Alphonse's research team presented the benefits of the green tea-derived ingredient, Senomune. Professor Anna Chien's team confirmed that RE.D Flavonoid, derived from the camellia plant, effectively improves photo-aging symptoms on the face and neck area without irritation. Notable improvements were observed across significant signs of skin aging, including fine lines, skin texture, pores, radiance, and pigmentation, with substantial changes in skin texture and radiance appearing from the eighth week of use. This research was based on long-term results from North American consumers of diverse ethnicities who used RE.D Flavonoid for six months. The study indicates that RE.D Flavonoid works by blocking signal transmission in skin aging and inhibiting collagen damage, which is crucial for skin elasticity. Professor Martin Alphonse's team revealed that Senomune, a saponin component from green tea extract, mitigates immune cell damage and inflammatory responses caused by particulate matter (PM). The team also confirmed the potential for Senomune to reduce immune aging and chronic inflammatory reactions due to external environmental factors by balancing the metabolic functions of immune cells. This research was conducted using peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) from humans, and researchers observed reduced stress responses in immune cells to environmental harmful elements in groups pre-treated with the ingredient. Dr. Suh Byung-fhy, CTO and Head of Amorepacific's R&I Center, stated, "The ongoing NBRI collaborative research program for Skin Longevity of our global customers provides a valuable opportunity to demonstrate the scientific excellence of Amorepacific's slow-aging skincare technology," adding, "Amorepacific will continue to focus on beauty solution research aimed at activating the skin's fundamental recovery capabilities beyond mere symptom improvement." The Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) is an organization dedicated to advancing the sciences relevant to skin disease and has held annual meetings since its establishment in 1937. At this year's 82nd conference, more than 1,600 researchers, clinicians, and dermatology residents from around the world gathered to present over 1,200 of the latest skin research findings.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Clean Beauty Markets Report 2025-2029: Transition to Multi-Functional Products Boosts Clean Beauty Growth
The clean beauty market is poised for significant growth, with projections indicating a rise of USD 7.65 billion from 2024 to 2029, at an impressive CAGR of 13.2%. The report delivers a holistic analysis of the market size, trends, and key growth drivers like increased disposable income, consumer awareness, and e-commerce proliferation. Key segments include skincare, haircare, and color cosmetics, with a focus on multi-functional and plant-based products. Noteworthy vendors include Amorepacific, e.l.f. Beauty, and L'Oréal. Dublin, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Clean Beauty Market 2025-2029" has been added to offering. The clean beauty market is poised for remarkable growth, with projections estimating an increase of USD 7.65 billion from 2024 to 2029, driven by a robust CAGR of 13.2%. This growth is underpinned by rising disposable income, heightened consumer awareness, and the expansion of e-commerce, offering a lucrative landscape for investors and businesses in the beauty sector. Segmented by products, the market encompasses skincare, haircare, face care, body care, and color cosmetics, catering to both men and women consumers. Geographic distribution spans North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and the Middle East and Africa, reflecting the global appeal of clean beauty products. Key drivers fueling market demand include the transition to multi-functional beauty products and a growing emphasis on plant-based and vegan offerings. This trend highlights the sector's responsiveness to consumer preferences for sustainable and ethical product choices. The comprehensive vendor analysis within the report profiles leading industry players such as 100 Percent PURE, Amorepacific Corp., CLEAN Beauty Collective, e.l.f. Beauty Inc., GROWN ALCHEMIST, ILIA Beauty, John Paul Mitchell Systems, L'Oreal SA, OFFSPRING BEAUTY CO., Olaplex Holdings Inc., RMS Beauty, Shiseido Co. Ltd., The Estee Lauder Co. Inc., and The Honest Co. Inc. Furthermore, the report outlines emerging trends and challenges influencing market dynamics, enabling companies to strategize effectively and capitalize on upcoming growth opportunities. A blend of primary and secondary research underpins this analysis, featuring inputs from key industry participants. The detailed market study synthesizes data from multiple sources, offering a holistic view of the clean beauty landscape. Analysis of key parameters such as profit margins, competitive pricing, and promotional strategies provides a reliable forecast of market trends. Comprehensive competitor analysis and vendor selection methodologies furnish stakeholders with actionable insights to bolster market positioning. This insightful report is essential for companies aiming to navigate the evolving clean beauty market. By leveraging extensive market research, businesses can anticipate shifts in consumer demands and adapt operations accordingly, ensuring sustainable growth and competitive advantage in the burgeoning landscape of clean beauty. A Selection of Companies Featured in this Report 100 Percent PURE Amorepacific Corp. CLEAN Beauty Collective e.l.f. Beauty Inc. GROWN ALCHEMIST ILIA Beauty John Paul Mitchell Systems LOreal SA OFFSPRING BEAUTY CO. Olaplex Holdings Inc. RMS Beauty Shiseido Co. Ltd. The Estee Lauder Co. Inc. The Honest Co. Inc. Key Topics Covered: 1 Executive Summary1.1 Market overview2 Market Analysis2.1 Analysis of price sensitivity, lifecycle, customer purchase basket, adoption rates, and purchase criteria2.2 Criticality of inputs and Factors of differentiation2.3 Factors of disruption2.4 Impact of drivers and challenges3 Market Landscape3.1 Market ecosystem3.2 Market characteristics3.3 Value chain analysis4 Market Sizing4.1 Market definition4.2 Market segment analysis4.3 Market size 20244.4 Market outlook: Forecast for 2024-20295 Historic Market Size5.1 Global Clean Beauty Market 2019 - 20235.2 Product segment analysis 2019 - 20235.3 End-user segment analysis 2019 - 20235.4 Geography segment analysis 2019 - 20235.5 Country segment analysis 2019 - 20236 Qualitative Analysis6.1 Impact of AI on Global Clean Beauty Market7 Five Forces Analysis7.1 Five forces summary7.2 Bargaining power of buyers7.3 Bargaining power of suppliers7.4 Threat of new entrants7.5 Threat of substitutes7.6 Threat of rivalry7.7 Market condition8 Market Segmentation by Product8.1 Market segments8.2 Comparison by Product8.3 Skincare - Market size and forecast 2024-20298.4 Haircare - Market size and forecast 2024-20298.5 Face care - Market size and forecast 2024-20298.6 Body care - Market size and forecast 2024-20298.7 Color cosmetics - Market size and forecast 2024-20298.8 Market opportunity by Product9 Market Segmentation by End-user9.1 Market segments9.2 Comparison by End-user9.3 Women - Market size and forecast 2024-20299.4 Men - Market size and forecast 2024-20299.5 Market opportunity by End-user10 Customer Landscape10.1 Customer landscape overview11 Geographic Landscape11.1 Geographic segmentation11.2 Geographic comparison12 Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunity/Restraints12.1 Market drivers12.2 Market challenges12.3 Impact of drivers and challenges12.4 Market opportunities/restraints13 Competitive Landscape13.1 Overview13.2 Competitive Landscape13.3 Landscape disruption13.4 Industry risks14 Competitive Analysis14.1 Companies profiled14.2 Company ranking index14.3 Market positioning of companies For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. 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Business of Fashion
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business of Fashion
US Retailers Want in on K-Beauty — Again
After nearly two years of TikTok's obsession with all things K-beauty, from glass skin and milky toners to sunscreen and snails, US retailers have finally caught up. Amorepacific's 'glass skin'-focused brand Hanyul will be the latest in the K-beauty giant's portfolio to enter Sephora on May 16, following the conglomerate's dermatological brand Aestura in February. After an early 2020s-era purge of its K-beauty selection, Sephora — as well as virtually every other major US retailer — is now quickly rebuilding the category after TikTok virality caused K-beauty's 'second wave.' This influx is happening just as US president Donald Trump's tariffs have taken effect, abruptly ending more than a decade of free trade that had helped spur Americans' love affair with serums and sheet masks, and caused South Korea to become the largest beauty exporter to the US, overtaking France last year, according to US International Trade Commission data. Retailers and brands are forging ahead despite the chaos, as K-beauty's performance has defied a wider beauty industry slowdown. The US has been a major source of Amorepacific's dramatic turnaround over the past year. For the first quarter of 2025, the conglomerate's earnings report showed that its Americas revenue grew 79 percent, with overall revenue up 17.1 percent. The increase marked a comeback for the company, whose total revenue declined 11.1 percent in 2023 as it took a hit from the China beauty slowdown. ADVERTISEMENT As China remains a challenging market for all top beauty conglomerates, a lot is on the line for Korean companies that have bet big on the US. 'As a global organisation, there's been a big focus on the growth and the capabilities to build in North America,' said Amorepacific North America CEO Giovanni Valentini. Riding the New Wave A US-South Korea free-trade agreement that first went into effect in 2012, along with Korean government support for exports, helped usher in what at the time was called the 'Korean wave' or Hallyu in the US. In addition to K-pop acts like Blackpink and films like 'Parasite,' consumers rapidly embraced Korean-inspired multi-step routines complete with serums, essences and masks. But as those products became widely adopted by international brands, the obsession with K-beauty began to wane around 2017, with many Korean brands disappearing from US retailers' shelves by 2021. Even as South Korea's largest beauty conglomerate Amorepacific was still facing struggles in 2023, a US K-beauty renaissance was underway. Cosrx, which had investment from the conglomerate, led the way with a snail mucin phenomenon that spread in the US via TikTok; it was fully acquired by the company in October of that year. Other portfolio brands like Laneige, one of the few Korean brands to survive Sephora's K-beauty purge, and Innisfree saw major sales boosts for their TikTok-viral lip mask and sunscreen, respectively. While influencer marketing efforts may have helped spur the resurgence, K-beauty also found itself at the right place at the right time. Its innovative, novel products were the perfect format for TikTok's algorithm, while accessible price points helped the brands flourish with a young audience just like North American labels such as E.l.f. Beauty or Cerave. While the first wave of K-beauty was centred around the 10-step routine, the 'second wave' of K-beauty is focused more on hero products, like Laneige's lip mask, Valentini added. With Hanyul, the bet will be on making toner pads the next big beauty craze, following their success in South Korea. In 2024 and 2025, Sephora has doubled its K-beauty portfolio with six recent and upcoming launches, said Carolyn Bojanowski, executive vice president of merchandising at Sephora. In addition to the Amorepacific brands, Then I Met You launched last fall, Biodance joined Sephora's lineup this year and Beauty of Joseon will launch there in August. ADVERTISEMENT Bojanowski said that while K-beauty was 'once best known for its multi-step routines, unique jelly-like textures, and fun formats,' Sephora is now focused on brands known for innovation, efficacy and ingredients, as well as 'an approachable price point.' 'It definitely is the second wave, especially for Sephora again,' said Lindsay Ullman, a co-founder and partner at retail consultancy View From 32. But just about every retailer is expanding its K-beauty section, Valentini pointed out. Target brought on several brands, including Round Lab in February and cleansing oil giant Ma:nyo in March 2025. Last year, Ulta Beauty added Ma:nyo, skincare label Anua and feminine care brand Rael, and indicated in recent earnings reports that there would be many more to come. International K-beauty retailers have also recognised the US opportunity. Olive Young opened a US office earlier this year, and plans to debut its first store in Los Angeles. Germany-based K-beauty retailer K-Beauty World has been holding pop-ups in the US in 2025, showing up in Los Angeles' Century City mall in February and at Revolve Festival in April. Navigating Tariffs But the resurgence of K-beauty comes at a difficult time for the industry in the face of an unfolding global trade war. Trump's 10 percent tariff is now in effect on Korean goods imported to the US, and an additional 25 percent duty may come later when President Trump's 'reciprocal' tariffs take hold. To shoulder the extra costs, retailers are already gearing up for the possibility of raising prices. In a video posted to Instagram and TikTok in mid-April, Charlotte Cho, the founder of US-based K-beauty e-tailer Soko Glam, told customers that she had begun to be billed for the new 10 percent rate. 'This definitely weighs heavily on me. I haven't been able to sleep at night,' she said in the video. 'Policies are literally changing on a dime.' She stated that she would be talking with brands in an attempt to avoid raising prices on Soko Glam. ADVERTISEMENT In the meantime, K-beauty brands are in an expensive holding pattern. 'Until now, we have not had a conversation just yet, because everybody's waiting until these percentages settle,' said Rael co-founder and CEO Yanghee Paik. 'A lot of companies are just being hit by the tariff without a way to recoup that margin.' Many, like Amorepacific, have been stockpiling more weeks of supply in what Valentini calls a 'buffer' against the possible higher future rate. Amorepacific is weighing price increases among other possibilities, though Valentini hopes to mitigate the cost to customers. 'We're having very close conversations with the retail partners on what could be the potential course of action. Inevitably, there may be some degree of pricing increase,' but Amorepacific is 'prepared to absorb some of those costs,' he said. K-beauty brands are watching for optimistic signs in South Korea's negotiations with Trump, which are showing more positive signals than other countries such as China. The US president has said a deal could be reached as early as this week. In 2018, trade negotiations with the first Trump administration ultimately resulted in a revised free-trade agreement. What could happen this time is still anyone's guess. But executives and beauty experts are bullish that this time around, K-beauty is more than just a passing fad. Multiple major retailers plan to keep expanding their Korean brand rosters this year. Bojanowski said that Sephora had 'more to be announced soon' for its K-beauty section. 'This isn't just a random extension of the skincare category,' said Ullman. 'It's here to stay.' Sign up to The Business of Beauty newsletter, your complimentary, must-read source for the day's most important beauty and wellness news and analysis.
Korea Herald
03-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
What's K-beauty's top firm in Q1? Amorepacific rises as LG H&H falls
China dependence likely drives split in Q1 performance of Korean beauty giants The first quarter earnings of South Korea's top two beauty giants, Amorepacific and LG Household & Health Care, have been largely shaped by their approaches to international market diversification beyond China. In the January–March period, Amorepacific Holdings reported consolidated revenue of 1.16 trillion won ($817 million), up 15.7 percent from a year earlier, with operating profit climbing 55.2 percent on-year to 128.9 billion won. Noticeable in the company's profit growth was the strong performance of its overseas markets, where sales surged 40.5 percent on-year to 473 billion won, and operating income profit more than doubled to 69.6 billion won. This upswing stemmed from Amorepacific's global rebalancing strategy, spanning North America as well as Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Sales in the Americas surged 79 percent, fueled by aggressive product rollouts from flagship brands -- Laneige, Innisfree and Sulwhasoo -- alongside robust performance from skin care brand Cosrx, which was newly consolidated into the company's earnings. Revenues in Europe, the Middle East and Africa tripled, with brands such as Laneige and Innisfree leading the explosive growth. Yet, in the Greater China region, overall sales declined, while improved cost efficiencies and streamlined operations led to a modest return to profitability. Meanwhile, in other parts of Asia, strong performances from both flagship and emerging brands fueled a 53 percent surge in sales. Amorepacific has been reducing its dependence on the Chinese market, having suffered collateral damage from China's sweeping ban on Korean cultural exports -- widely seen as economic retaliation for South Korea's 2016 deployment of the US Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system. The move led to a sharp decline in Chinese tourism to Korea, along with reduced exports of Korean food and cosmetics. Unlike Amorepacific's proactive pivot toward global diversification -- particularly in Western markets -- fellow beauty giant LG H&H remains relatively in the early stages of reducing its reliance on China. In the first quarter of this year, LG H&H reported more muted results, with consolidated revenue down 1.8 percent to 1.69 trillion won on-year and operating profit slipping 5.7 percent to 142.4 billion won, amid sluggish domestic demand and ongoing headwinds in the Chinese market. Modest gains in Japan, up 23.2 percent, and North America, up 3.1 percent, signaled early signs of recovery, contributing to a 4.2 percent uptick in overall overseas revenue. However, with China still making up nearly 40 percent of total international sales, a 4.1 percent decline in the Chinese market weighed heavily on the results. Yet, despite a downturn in its core beauty division, LG H&H found strength in its premium daily beauty lineup within the Home Care & Daily Beauty division. Bolstered by strong performances from brands like Physiogel and Dr. Groot, the segment saw revenue rise 2.2 percent to 573.3 billion won, while operating profit jumped 13.7 percent to 36.6 billion won. 'While we've seen growth in key domestic and international channels, overall sales declined due to continued weakness in outlets such as duty-free stores and door-to-door sales,' said an LG H&H official. 'We plan to strengthen market responsiveness through customized marketing strategies tailored to each retail channel.' In a bid to fast-track its global ambitions, LG H&H announced earlier this week that it would participate in a $130 million paid-in capital increase for its North American subsidiary. The investment is poised to ramp up marketing for brands like The Face Shop and CNP, while broadening the subsidiary's product lineup and deepening its reach in online retail, the company explained.
