Where celebrity insights will meet breakthrough biotech innovations

21 AUGUST, Bangkok: in-cosmetics Asia, organised by RX, will unite more than 700 global and Asia Pacific suppliers for its most dynamic edition yet. The 2025 edition will create opportunities, insights and inspiration for APAC’s personal care community to develop and formulate products that meet evolving consumer needs. Registration to attend is now live.

Taking place on 4-6 November at BITEC in Bangkok, Thailand, the event will seek to provide solutions to key challenges with the programme to revolve around themes of biotech, sustainability, consumer trends, halal, product multifunctionality, UV protection and well-ageing. With visitor registration currently up 37% compared to last year, the 16th edition promises to be the biggest and most vibrant in the show’s history.

As the Asia Pacific region continues to lead the global beauty and personal care market, accounting for almost 40% , in-cosmetics Asia stands as the region’s leading personal care ingredients platform for discovering the latest trends and scientific discoveries driving industry growth.

Insight, innovation, and regional perspectives

Across the three days, a line-up of keynote sessions will explore some of the most influential themes shaping the region. The Marketing Trends theatre, sponsored by BASF, will feature sessions from industry-leading figures from companies including Euromonitor, Kline, Mintel, and Amorepacific and more.

Celebrity star power will take centre stage with the session, ‘Celebrity Singer to Beauty Entrepreneur Journey!’ featuring Raisa Andriana, one of Indonesia’s most celebrated pop music artists with 37 million Instagram followers. Alongside Titania Fairuskha, together they co-founded Indonesia’s rising beauty brand, Raine Beauty. Andriana and Fairushkha will explore their journey which shaped a brand that fuses music, personal identity and minimalist elegance into a distinctive voice. The session will explore how Raine Beauty navigates formulation, storytelling, and community-building in a competitive market, highlighting the power of authenticity, passion, and pop culture in creating next-generation beauty brands that truly resonate with consumers across the Asia Pacific region.

The session, ‘Consumer Behaviour Shifts Across China, India, South-East Asia,’ will delve into the evolving consumer trends across the APAC region with insights from Florence Bernardin and Héloise Lefebvre du Prey, Owner and Project Manager, Asia Cosme Lab. They will discuss how beauty consumers are becoming more ingredient- and trend-savvy, seeking multifunctional products, and highlight key behaviour drivers across China, India, and Southeast Asia.

The Middle East’s beauty industry is one of the most buoyant and fast-evolving beauty markets in the world. Faiza Hussain, Director of The Skin Shrink and Head of Research and Product Innovation, NEX Skincare, will lead her session on‘Beauty in the Middle East – Formulating for the Middle Eastern Consumer,’ which will dive into fast-growing sector.

Michele Superchi, Global Vice President, and Suthini Tanangsnakooli, Forecast Editor at BEAUTYSTREAMS, will discover the advancing beauty landscape in: ‘The Future of Beauty: 2026 Trends Across Skincare, Haircare, Colour & Wellness.’ Meanwhile, KinShen Chan, Associate Director of Beauty and Personal Care Insights, Mintel APAC, will discuss ‘2026 Global Beauty and Personal Care Trends,’ in a forward-looking session that will unpack emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and shifting consumer behaviours.

Other sessions will focus on advancing trends and emerging innovations, providing fresh perspectives and insight into what is next for the industry, including: ‘How Southeast Asia’s Youth are Redefining Beauty and who’s Winning their Hearts,’ and ‘From Seoul to Shelf: K-Beauty’s Impact on the Future of OTC Sunscreens & Regulatory Compliance.’ To see the full Marketing Trends Theatre programme, visit the website here.

Following its successful 2024 debut, the Conference in association with the International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) will return to the event this year with an agenda set to cover Well-Ageing including clinical and biological insights. Full programme details will be released soon.

Ingredient knowledge and scientific advances

A series of Technical Seminars will offer highly advanced perspectives into new ingredients and technology from scientists and technical experts. Sessions from companies such as RADIANT Inc, ROELMI HPC, Oleon, DOW, Solabia Group, J. Rettenmaier & Söhne, will touch on topics such as anti-ageing, emulsions, SPF, fragrance ingredients and more.

Seminars will include: ‘Advancing Longevity: Innovative Approach for Healthy Ageing and Skin Vitality,’ by Oriane Le Roux from Solabia Group, addressing the growing focus on longevity and senescence. Dr. Carsten Dietz from Cosphatec GmbH will speak on ‘Hydrogenated Lecithins: Unlocking the Future of Skincare Innovation,’ showcasing how hydrogenated lecithins with high phosphatidylcholine content mimic the skin’s lipid barrier to enhance penetration, hydration, and bioavailability of actives.

Armin Ungerer, Deputy Head of Research and Development, J. Rettenmaier & Söhne, will lead the session, ‘Boosting SPF and Enhancing Formulations with Natural Ingredients,’ revealing how VIVAPUR® CS 9 FM and VIVAPUR® CS TEX Sun can transform suncare products.

Hands-on expertise

The interactive Formulation Lab sessions, supported by Personal Care Magazine, IKA, Shieling Laboratories, and Namsiang, offer R&D professionals a unique hands-on opportunity in a fully equipped lab on the show floor. Participants can work alongside peers from across Asia Pacific, taking part in sessions such as: ‘Next-Gen Lightweight Formulation: Calm, Protect, and Defend Against UV Rays and Exposomes,’ with Mie Lin Soong, Regional Technical Manager, Gattefossé SAS; ‘Explore Your Perfect Shade: Personalize Vitamin C Foundation with Hand-Mixed Colour Fitting,’ led by Kohei Anzai, Scientist, R&D Center, Nikko Chemicals; and ‘Synergistic Gel Pairing for Stable, Enhanced Formulas,’ with Gaelle Coestesquis, Formulation Manager APAC, Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant.

The full 2025 Formulation Lab programme will be revealed soon.

Innovations from the show floor

Hangzhou Sartort Biopharma Co., Ltd, a Chinese ingredient supplier, will present a wide range of ingredients, including Alpha Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Nicotinamide, and Tretinoin. The company’s portfolio covers applications in moisturising, whitening, and soothing formulations. Italian ingredient developer, SAES Chemicals, which creates functional materials for cosmetic applications will showcase its ZeoSAES® range which produces high purity, texturising inorganic ingredients derived from engineered zeolites, designed for use in sensorial formulations.

BK Solutions and Specialities will present US FDA-certified Carbon Black Water-Based Dispersion, a high-purity pigment designed for vibrant, long-lasting cosmetic applications. Turkey-based KALE CARE CHEMICALS will demonstrate its speciality blends and micro and macro emulsions for personal care and home care. Exhibitors from the region including Namsiang Co.,Ltd., Vance Bioenergy, Daito Kasei, will be joined by companies from across the globe, such as CNP Life Sciences, Gustav Heess GmbH, Innovacos, Libra Speciality Chemicals, and many more.

New exhibitors to 2025 include Thai company Malee Applied Sciences, a manufacturer and distributor which will be exhibiting ORENIX®, a Thai extract derived from upcycling tangerines; Naulakha Essentials, a leading Indian manufacturer of melt & pour soap bases; and Melt&Marble, a Sweden-based biotechnology company developing the next generation of sustainable lipids and related molecules.

Showcasing the latest breakthrough ingredients

Sponsored by Mibelle AG Biochemistry, the Innovation Zone will feature more than 100 personal care ingredients launched within eight months of the event. The most anticipated area of in-cosmetics Asia, it attracts 76% of attendees eager to discover the industry’s latest innovations firsthand. Visitors can test prototypes from leading companies such as BASF, Cargill NV, Evonik, Rahn, EXSYMOL, and more. All ingredients in the Zone will be contenders for the in-cosmetics Asia Awards.

Where biotech meets beauty

A rising trend not just in the APAC region but globally, biotechnology is gaining significant traction with consumers and formulators alike. PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide), exosomes, biomimicry and NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) are emerging as trending ingredients demonstrating the blend of natural resources and advanced science.

This year’s Spotlight on Biotech Beauty area, sponsored by BASF, will offer a dedicated area for innovations in biotech. Featuring formulated ingredients from leading exhibitors, the area invites visitors to experience the next generation of beauty innovations firsthand, from hyaluronic acid and exosome-based actives to lab-grown collagen and peptides. Exhibitors in this space will include Ichimaru Pharcos Co., ltd, Melt&Marble, Micro Powders, TriBeaute Inc., and more. All showcased prototypes will be entered into the Spotlight on Formulation Awards, with a dedicated Spotlight on Guide to help visitors navigate the innovations on display.

Industry expertise, insight and connections

New for 2025, in-cosmetics Asia will host Ask the Experts Networking Sessions, giving visitors the chance to connect with industry specialists in a relaxed, interactive setting. Taking place from 16:15 to 17:15 at the Award Ceremony area, attendees can visit desks covering formulation, product development, natural and organic sustainability, regulations and marketing. Experts include Dr Oliver Hofmann, in-cosmetics Asia’s Official Technical Advisor; Faiza Hussain, Director of The Skin Shrink and Head of Research at NEX Skincare; Amarjit Sahota, Founder of Ecovia Intelligence; and Dr Barbara Olioso, CEO of The Green Chemist Consultancy.

For more information, visit the ‘Ask the Experts’ page here.

9 Faces of the APAC beauty industry

Following its inaugural year in 2024, the 9 Faces of the APAC Beauty Industry 2025 Awards, supported by Personal Care Magazine, will recognise and celebrate the remarkable individuals driving innovation, creativity and success in the Asia Pacific cosmetic science industry. The initiative shines a well-deserved spotlight on the changemakers, and unsung heroes based in Asia Pacific whose contributions help advance the industry into a more scientific, sustainable and forward-thinking era.

Nine individuals will be selected by an expert judging panel, with the winners celebrated at the in-cosmetics Asia Awards. To nominate yourself or a colleague for free, visit the website here.

Sarah Gibson, Event Director of in-cosmetics Asia, said: “in-cosmetics Asia is a celebration of the personal care industry – a place where the region’s brightest minds, leading brands, and most innovative suppliers come together to share ideas and showcase advancements from across APAC and beyond.

For 2025, we are thrilled to deliver our biggest and most engaging edition yet, with visitor interest soaring, more than 700 global and Asia Pacific exhibitors, and exciting new areas such as the Spotlight on Biotech Beauty and a Marketing Trends Theatre that is more diverse than ever.“

We are also running a special hosted buyer and brand owner programme, introducing manufacturers from the region to the show as first-time visitors, ensuring fresh connections and business opportunities. From exclusive product launches to innovative education and unparalleled networking opportunities, this year’s event promises to set a new benchmark for innovation, collaboration and growth in the industry.”

in-cosmetics Asia 2025 will take place at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), in Bangkok, Thailand, from 4-6 November 2025. The event will be co-located with COSMEX, ASEAN’s most comprehensive exhibition on manufacturing technologies, machinery, packaging, and ODM/OEM services for cosmetics and personal care. For more information and to register, visit the in-cosmetics Asia website here.

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For further information, please contact Olivia Evans or Kat Long on 020 7240 2444 or in-cosmetics@stormcom.co.uk

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