LMR by IFF inaugurates experimental field in Grasse

At Domaine des Naturels LMR, R&D experts research new natural species, variety breeding, cultivation methods and production techniques.

Novvia Group acquires APC Packaging

APC Packaging serves customers in the premium skincare and cosmetics markets.

Evonik opens center for beauty science and innovation in Shanghai

Evonik's first center for beauty science and innovation in Asia integrates research, development, and innovation (RD&I) capabilities to support next generation cosmetic solutions in China and the rest of Asia.

BOTTLESS targets Southeast Asia with refillable airless packaging

The Korean–French sustainability startup, BOTTLESS brings its 90% plastic-reducing system to Southeast Asia's tech and innovation startup gathering, Echelon Singapore 2026

Post-consumer recycled content made for wet wipes packaging

The re/loop FlowWrap material for wet wipes contains 35% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content -- meeting the PPWR target -- and is designed for recycling. Its performance compares to virgin alternatives, as validated in internal tests and customer trials, says Mondi.

WALOVI Vietnam launched

Beverage producer WALOVI continues international expansion, building a Southeast Asia distribution network from Vietnam, reaching markets in Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia.

Quality assurance beyond visual inspection in food & beverage manufacturing

On a high-speed food and beverage line, small errors rarely stay small across the wider production environment.

Asia’s next wave of food and beverage innovation kicks off at Fi Asia Indonesia 2026 in Jakarta

Asia’s biggest food ingredients gathering takes place from 16–18 September in the heart of a fast-growing food and beverage market.

Dental body calls for a prevention-first shift in oral health

The Asia Pacific Dental Federation releases its first dentist-authored guidance on daily self-care — making the case that preventing oral disease is not just possible, but within reach for everyone. LISTERINE® joins APDF in championing better daily routines, backed by evidence.

Neem extract market size growing amid demand for herbal cosmetics and natural ingredients

Mordor Intelligence forecasts the global neem extract market to reach a value of USD 2.69 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 4.37 billion by 2031

Debut and Natura to commercialize AI-discovered skin longevity ingredient

The collaboration combines Debut's AI-powered biotechnology platform with Natura's expertise in Amazonian bioactives to shape the next generation of longevity-driven beauty innovation

Breakthrough RF skin-tightening device now in Australia

The new radiofrequency treatment, XERF is designed to target multiple layers of the skin while prioritizing patient comfort.