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Join Beauty Forward 2024, our new digital interactive beauty summit, to kick off 2024 by discovering the trends that will shape the next generation of beauty consumers.
The three-day event will begin in Asia Pacific (January 29), followed by Europe (January 30) and North America (January 31).
The summit will also be available on-demand after each live broadcast.
Asia Panel: What to Expect
The summit kicks off in APAC with three enlightening sessions that delve into next-generation skincare opportunities, explore next-generation color innovation, and decipher the complexities of the next generation of Asian consumers.
The day will conclude with a live panel on the Asia Pacific beauty industry, discussing evolving trends, changing consumers and the region’s overall role in the future of beauty.
The panel discussion organizer is Cosmetic Design-AsiaEditor Amanda Lim is joined by a diverse panel of experts from the world’s largest beauty multinationals, cutting-edge startups, and trend experts from around the world.
Panel player: Brand
This too Xiang Wen Hon, Kenvue Global Senior DirectorWe will talk about the evolution of derma beauty from the perspective of Japan’s leading brand, Dr. Ci:Labo.
With over five years of global innovation and brand development experience at the headquarters of L’Oréal, the world’s largest cosmetics company, Xiang Wen has a strong background in brand growth strategy, innovation, and communication development, with a strong background in consumer and scientific storytelling. I have a passion for He also has experience in global, regional and local roles in his matrix organizations across developed and developing markets.
next, Joanna Monange, Founder of Maison 21GShe dissects data collected from her bespoke fragrance house to share the scent preferences of Gen Z consumers.
Joanna has worked actively for some of the creative giants in the perfume industry, such as Firmenich and IFF, where she held the role of Creative Director. Her exciting career has led her to work with world-famous noses, including Lancôme’s La Vie Est Belle, Paco Her Rabanne’s One Her Million, Armani’s Acqua di Gioia, and Viktor & Rolf’s Spice Bomb. She dedicated her life to developing fragrances for luxury brands such as. etc.
We also plan to hear your valuable opinions. Katia Darde, Director of Digital, E-Commerce and CRM, Southeast Asia, Coty.
Since joining Coty in mid-2021, Katia has fearlessly led the team to develop a robust digital and e-commerce strategy. Katia is responsible for driving omnichannel transformation and e-commerce growth across her 15+ brands including Gucci, Burberry, Chloe and Hugo Boss.
Her recent accomplishments include launching Southeast Asia’s largest digital flagship store for Hugo Boss & Marc Jacobs Fragrance Coty on LazMall, resulting in increased online revenue.
Panel participants: Industry stakeholders
respected cosmetic chemist Belinda Carliwill also join the panel and offer her perspective on the future of the industry.
Belinda is Director of Personal Care Science Research Instituteis an international training organization offering certificates and diplomas through distance learning in personal care and cosmetic formulation, development, brand management and regulatory affairs.
Additionally, Belinda is also the author of multiple books and publications. She also runs her successful YouTuber channel, which covers various topics such as cosmetic formulation, regulation, marketing, and brand management.
Last but not least, Malavika Menon, Assistant Manager, Invest Indiastands by to unravel the intricacies of India’s lucrative yet complex beauty market from the perspective of Indian businesses and governing bodies.
