Cosmetic ODMs post strong results for Q3 amid global demand for K-beauty

Korean cosmetics original design manufacturers (ODMs) continued to post strong results in the third quarter, driven by steady global demand for K-beauty products and a growing overseas client base.

2025-11-10

K-beauty counterfeits cause $15 million in damage this year, customs reports

As K-beauty continues to grow in global popularity, counterfeiters are capitalizing — with damages mounting to $15 million so far this year, 81 percent of which originated from China.

2025-11-07

Gov't to support K-beauty firms entering major global retail networks: Trade ministry

The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said Thursday it will devise new support measures to expand Korea's cosmetics exports amid the global popularity of Korean beauty-related products.

2025-11-06

Miniature cosmetics gain popularity among K-beauty consumers amid rising inflation, demand shifts

For many K-beauty consumers, smaller is better. Miniature cosmetics — also referred to as “petite” products — are seeing a surge in popularity as consumers navigate high inflation and sluggish domestic demand.

2025-11-05

K-beauty brands shine at APEC meeting

K-beauty and Korean cuisine gained prominence at the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, with brands like Amorepacific and LG Household & Health Care showcasing their products.

2025-11-02

White House press secretary shares K-beauty products with Instagram followers

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt added a splash of Korean skincare to her diplomatic duties this week, sharing a curated collection of skin care products with her Instagram followers during a state visit to Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang.

2025-10-30

For Lee Hyo-ri and producers, 'Just Makeup' is so much more

Beauty makeup survival show “Just Makeup,” produced by the studio behind “Culinary Class Wars” (2024), is set to premiere on Friday with singer Lee Hyo-ri as its host.

2025-10-01

K-beauty brands to get additional online push from Amazon program

Amazon is accelerating the growth of K-beauty brands, unveiling plans to discover new products and strengthen its beauty and health category. Amazon Global Selling Korea held a media briefing to announce its expanded "K-Beauty Go Big" strategy.

2025-09-18

Seoul Beauty Week begins at Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Seoul Beauty Week opened on Thursday at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in central Seoul.

2025-08-28

K-beauty rising: Korea's dermatology clinics see 117-fold surge in foreign patients since 2009

The number of foreign patients visiting dermatology clinics in Korea has surged 117-fold over the past 15 years, according to new government data. A report showed that 705,044 foreign nationals received dermatological treatment in Korea in 2024.