Cosmetics
Interview: Shiseido Chief Brand Officer Echo Lo on why age really is just a number
“This is not just a product launch for us. It’s really a new perspective on beauty, a perspective that, with its authentic base in research, is changing how we see ageing.” Meet the dynamic Shiseido Chief Brand Officer Echo Lo in a fascinating discourse on the Japanese beauty house’s blockbuster new Ultimune Power Infusing Serum launch.
“We’ve focused on creating an environment that is not only visually appealing but also customer-centric. With the evolving landscape of retail, it’s important to remain agile and responsive to our customers’ needs,” says Dubai Duty Free boss Ramesh Cidambi.
In changes effective from 31 March, Shiseido Travel Retail President and CEO Philippe Lesné is retiring from his role with Toshinobu Umetsu taking on the role of Corporate Executive Officer, China & Travel Retail Region CEO.
The Moodie Davitt Report is pleased to publish the Jessica’s Secret Index for February covering wines & spirits, fragrances, makeup, skincare, confectionery, bags, watches and jewellery.
CDFG has signed agreements with eight Chinese brands to help accelerate their global expansion, saying they “exemplify the rise of national trends, blending traditional culture with modern design”.
Niche fragrance brand Memo Paris opened its first standalone counter at Singapore Changi Airport this month, while Suisai is launching at Hong Kong International Airport in May.
This Women’s History Month ELC reaffirms its commitment to gender equality, celebrating women’s achievements while championing the next generation of leaders and innovators.
The China Duty Free Group 2025 Global Brands Meeting held in Sanya earlier this month closed with a glittering awards ceremony that honoured 80 global suppliers across multiple sectors, spotlighting their exceptional contributions to collaborative growth.
The new counters within Jeju Tourism Organization’s Jeju International Convention Centre and Seongsan Ferry Terminal stores offer crucial brand visibility as Mario Badescu simultaneously steps up its Korean presence and travel retail expansion.
Located at Ginza Six, the boutique raises the profile of Chinese brands in Japan’s luxury beauty sector, reinforcing Florasis’ position in the C-beauty market.
The partnership with IBBI will grow The Somerset Toiletry Company’s presence in the channel making its sustainable, vegan-friendly and responsibly sourced brands accessible to a wider audience.
The store showcases the brand’s SkinScope 2.0 technology, which brings futuristic medical professional diagnostic services to travellers and offers them anti-ageing solutions backed by scientific research.
Our latest selection of images comes from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, where Avolta is celebrating the recent opening of two stores and a specialist food & beverage outlet.
