Industry Trends

December 2024

See what has been happening in Asia’s pharma and personal care industries over the last weeks. What are experts and industry magazines talking about?

What has been happening?

A radical new idea to speed up anti-aging research: Test ovaries not mice, Integrating ESG into risk management, New category for high blood pressure, and more. See what industry experts have been discussing in the last four weeks.

Latest Industry Articles

A radical new idea to speed up anti-aging research: Test ovaries, not mice

Business Insider

Scientists have created an “atlas” of ovarian aging. The atlas suggests ovaries are an untapped, rapid way to study human longevity treatments. One researcher is testing antiaging drugs on ovaries, and she says supplements could be next. A study published in Nature Aging on Friday reveals a new and revolutionary way to rapidly test out potential antiaging drugs: Give them to women.

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Integrating ESG into risk management

Business World

Integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) into risk management is not just a moral imperative but a strategic necessity. As companies are increasingly required to outline their ESG policies and positions, it is crucial to evaluate how these commitments are being assessed and judged. There is a growing consensus that sustainability risk is also a financial risk, and corporate strategies need to reflect this broader perspective.

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Why a new category for high blood pressure?

Straits Times

Hypertension is a silent killer; check it before it’s too late.

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I've been a makeup artist for years. Here are 8 products I used in 2024 that transformed my beauty routine.

Business Insider

I tried lots of products in 2024, but only a few stood out. As a makeup artist, I already know which beauty products I’ll be repurchasing in 2025. The Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin blurring balm powder is one of the most innovative items I’ve used. When it comes to drugstore beauty, I love the Maybelline Super Stay up to 24-hour skin tint. As a makeup artist, I’m always on the hunt for products that look amazing and make my job easier.

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The 16 best moisturizers for acne-prone skin, according to dermatologists

Business Insider

A great face moisturizer is the crucial skincare step for all skin types — especially dry skin and acne-prone skin. There’s a misconception that those with oily skin should avoid moisturizer, but doing so can actually cause your skin to produce more oil.

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The 13 best shampoos for dry hair that will nourish and restore brittle strands

Business Insider

If you struggle with dry, damaged hair, then you know that there are dozens — if not hundreds — of shampoos out there promising to solve your hair woes. That’s why choosing the best shampoo for dry hair is no easy feat.

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Mental health and HIV in teens: Ending stigma and discrimination

The Jakarta Post

Adolescents with HIV are at an increased risk of developing mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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Coty patents advanced eye cream with biodegradable surfactants

Cosmetics Design

A new Coty patent for a targeted eye cream designed to deliver anti-aging and moisture benefits while prioritizing clean, consumer-friendly ingredients offers valuable insights into macrotrends impacting cosmetics manufacturers and suppliers across categories.

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The 9 best eczema creams and lotions, according to experts

Business Insider

Redness, dryness, scaly patches, and itchy rashes — these are just a few of the not-so-fun symptoms of eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis. It’s a pretty common condition: in fact, 31.6 million Americans (about 10% of the population) have some form of this skin condition. While there’s no cure for eczema, it can certainly be treated.

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Unlocking the anti-aging potential of colostrum in cosmetics

Cosmetics Design

Colostrum is gaining attention in the cosmetics industry for its potent properties that support skin regeneration, hydration, and anti-aging.

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LVMH x Integrated Biosciences Fast-track Anti-aging Ingredient Discovery with AI

Cosmetics & Toiletries

The company’s deep learning models can “virtually screen hundreds of thousands of molecules” to identify chemical compounds with the most promise for modulating age-related biological phenotypes.

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Reimagining skin care: How bio-based succinic acid could transform cosmetics

Cosmetics Design

Discover how sugarcane fermentation is revolutionizing succinic acid production and paving the way for sustainable skin care.

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How Ozempic will change the skin care industry in 2025

Cosmetics Business

As ‘ballet body’ beauty standards return, skin care that tackles elasticity and volume restoration will be in demand, with retinoids and collagen-boosting peptides finding favour.

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PhytoCellTec Exosomes Dual exosome power for rejuvenation

Cosmetics Business

Introducing PhytoCellTec Exosomes, a revolutionary skin care solution that harnesses the power of plant stem cell-derived exosomes.

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Incidence of HIV Lower With Twice-Yearly Subcutaneous Lenacapavir

Drugs.com

In a population of cisgender men, transgender women, transgender men, and gender-nonbinary persons, the incidence of HIV is lower with receipt of twice-yearly subcutaneous lenacapavir compared with daily oral…

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Metformin Beneficial in Lung Cancer Patients With Overweight, Obesity

Drugs.com

In non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients with overweight or obesity, metformin may improve lung cancer-specific clinical outcomes, according to a study published online Nov. 19 in the Journal of the National Cancer…

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HIV self-testing kits to be sold at retail pharmacies in Singapore

VN Express

HIV self-testing kits will be available at selected retail pharmacies in Singapore by the end of January 2025, announced the Singaporean Ministry of Health.

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HIV cases in PHL to exceed 200,000 by year-end

Business World

The number of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) cases is expected to hit 215,400 by the end of 2024, the Department of Health (DoH) said. According to the DoH’s report on Sunday, males comprised 94% of the total 132,776 reported cases of People Living with HIV (PLHIV), while females accounted for the remaining 6%, or 7,876 cases. By age distribution, the DoH reported 471 cases among individuals under 15 years old, comprising less than 1% of the total cases.

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Singapore General Hospital develops AI system to tackle pneumonia, combat growing antibiotic resistance

Malay Mail

A new artificial intelligence (AI) system developed by Singapore General Hospital (SGH), in collaboration with IT firm DXC Technology and national health agency Synapxe, may soon help doctors determine if patients with pneumonia need antibiotics. According to media outlet CNA, the AI model, which processes symptom data from patients, helps distinguish between viral and bacterial infections, ensuring antibiotics are only prescribed when necessary.

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The silent epidemic: HIV in the Philippines

Business World

I’VE BEEN LOOKING at the HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) numbers here in the Philippines, and it’s both alarming and frustrating that they’re mostly ignored by the media and government departments that should be addressing the issue. HIV is the silent stalker that is coming for the Filipino youth. The epidemic, once described as “low and slow,” has transformed into the fastest-growing in the Western Pacific.

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AC Health to import HIV medicines

Business World

AYALA Healthcare Holdings, Inc. (AC Health) said it will import medicines and other lifesaving technologies through its subsidiaries IE Medica and MedEthix, to be sold at Generika Drugstore pharmacies, as part of a partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to expand human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) care and prevention services in the Philippines.

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VAT exemption for all prescription drugs

Business World

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently updated its list of prescription drugs and essential medicines exempt from value-added tax (VAT), adding 16 new medicines for the treatment of cancer, diabetes, and mental illnesses. The VAT exemption aims to make these medicines more affordable for the general public. However, this piecemeal approach, while commendable, falls short of addressing the broader issue of healthcare affordability.

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Skin spotlight: The most-read stories on skin care developments in APAC

Cosmetic Design Asia

We round up five recent stories on the APAC skin care industry, featuring an LG H&H, Suu Balm, Facetheory, and more.

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‘Complete gut protection’: S’pore postbiotic firm adds fermented food, mouthwash to range

Nutra Ingredients Asia

A Singapore-based company specialising in pre-, pro-, and postbiotics supplement has added fermented food and mouthwash to its range, as it attempts to provide “complete protection” for the entire gastrointestinal tract.

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