cosmetics

In 2016, Japan began exporting more makeup than it imports. Masahiko Uotani explains how China and travel retail factor into Shiseido’s success. Read More

Western luxury brands are eager to join China’s e-commerce platforms. For example, Giorgio Armani will launch a flagship e-tail store on Tmall soon. Read More

Cosmetics are a key market for luxury brands trying to reach new, younger customers. Which brands are doing the category best? Read More

From Cartier to Moleskine, many luxury brands in China take advantage of Valentine's Day to woo Chinese consumers with discounts, special designs, O2O marketing, and more. Read More

Airport improvements and social media engagement are expected to buoy duty-free spending among Chinese travelers. Read More

Lancôme gets caught up in rising Hong Kong-mainland tensions after the cancellation of a concert by a politically involved pop star. Read More

From beauty to fashion, Korean brands are edging out Western rivals thanks to China's K-pop obsession and love for travel to South Korea. Read More

Cosmetics brand Clinique has enhanced its WeChat presence in China with a Snake-style mobile game aimed at competitive fans looking to score free products. Read More

Backed by luxury conglomerate LVMH, new cosmetics brand Cha Ling sources its ingredients from ancient 500-year-old tea trees in Yunnan as it emphasizes forest preservation. Read More

As the two international retailers launch their shops on the Chinese e-commerce giant, they're set to gain several key advantages in China's online marketplace. Read More