Cosmoprof Asia Awards 2024

Green & Organic

Porcelain - Anti-pigment spot serum

ARGANOUR (Spain)

www.arganour.com/en

Using depigmenting biotechnology, the formula both corrects and prevents hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation and evens out uneven skin tone after 56 days of use. “[I] love that there is a natural alternative to pigmentation serums as it's such a hard skin concern to address and overcome,” said another juror. The serum’s ingredients include Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Monarda didyma callus extract, plankton extract, lecithin, and Magnolia officinalis bark extract. In tests, 86% of subjects noticed a reduction in the size and intensity of blemishes, while 91% observed improvements in skin tone and texture, and 82% saw a de-pigmenting action. The product is certified as Ecocert COSMOS Organic, CAAE Vegan, and CAAE Cruelty Free.

Hair Products

9.4 Aminopyrrole Lotion + Melatonin

BEAUTE MEDITERRANEA /DSD DE LUXE (Spain)

www.dsddeluxe.com; IG: @dsddeluxeofficial; FB: @dsddeluxeofficial; IN: @dsd-de-luxe-haircare-trichology-cosmeceutical; YT: @dsddeluxe; TikTok: @dsddeluxe 

Pronouncing treating hair loss “such a trending category,” jurors appreciated how this product employs “new technologies to offer a solution to [hair loss.]” The lotion’s key ingredients are aminopyrrole and melatonin, which work to prevent hair loss and promote new hair growth. Employing nanotechnology, the active ingredient aminopyrrole is encapsulated in liposomes for targeted release into the hair follicles. This rejuvenates follicles, stimulates new hair growth, and strengthens existing hair. “This system improves efficacy by releasing ingredients directly where they are needed, combined with a unique formula,” noted one juror. Melatonin, meanwhile, acts as an antioxidant, stimulating hair growth while protecting the follicle from oxidative damage, prolonging the active growth phase and slowing hair aging. And niacinamide hydrates and regulates sebaceous gland activity to maintain the scalp’s balance and foster a healthy hair environment. “Transferring the active ingredients through liposomes using nanotechnology is a great idea in [a] hair care product,” said one panel member. Another liked the single-dose package, creating the feeling that the ingredients are ”fresh and activated,”  alongside the product’s “light” texture. In clinical studies, the product showed a 31.71% reduction in hair loss after 28 days of use, improving to 71.36% after 56 days, while hair diameter increased by 0.87% after 28 days and by 2.71% after 56 days.

Home & Professional Devices and Tools 

AISG

Aram Huvis Co., LTD (South Korea)

www.aramhuvis.com/en/

Additionally, the device is positioned for professionals in salons, dermatology clinics, and wellness centers looking to enhance their scalp treatment services. The panel described this AI-powered scalp diagnostic system as “the next frontier in innovation.” Using big data, the machine assesses scalp conditions and recommends customized shampoos and serums to ensure targeted care. To develop the AI scalp analysis system, the company worked closely with professors at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital to collect 100,000 data points, analyzing and classifying each image. In total, the company identified 10 scalp conditions: good, dry, oily, sensitive, atopic, seborrheic, troubled, dry-dandruff, oily-dandruff, and hair loss. Following the analysis, the AI system suggests customized shampoo and serum formulas tailored to the scalp condition. Jurors noted that the device is “a great tech tool to identify skin scalp needs and help to improve [scalp] health,” and that it is innovative for its “AI-driven, real-time scalp analysis that personalizes shampoo and serum formulations to target specific conditions like dryness and hair loss.” Another juror noted that as “the scalp care market is really taking off…it's great to see the benefits of AI being used to diagnose these common conditions to ensure the correct treatment.” The device is positioned for professionals in salons, dermatology clinics, and wellness centers looking to enhance their scalp treatment services.

 Make-up Products

Air Fixing Mascara

TAEYANG RENEW (South Korea)

That this product – designed with an air-tight chamber, so the mascara maintains its freshness -  improves the “longevity” and “consistency” of mascara was appreciated by the jury. One panel member liked that it addresses the issue of  “mascara…drying out and clumping over time,” adding that “mascara is one of the categories where innovation is sorely needed to solve the many pain points, yet there is too little. On top of that, the packaging is environmentally conscious in its design,” they said. The packaging is crafted from eco-friendly polyketone plastic, to reduce carbon emissions. When the cap is unscrewed, the mascara applicator “pops” out of the tube, evenly coated with a precise amount of mascara, without the user having to wipe it or manually adjust the coating. This ensures a clump-free application with each use. The tube is crafted so that the airtight chamber remains sealed during use, preventing air from entering and ensuring that the mascara formula stays fresh, without hardening or deteriorating. The applicator is stored separately from the liquid, preserving the formula’s integrity. “Great innovation, definitely a first in the mascara world. Lovely formula,” commented one juror. 

Personal Care & Body Care Products 

LadiM Graphene Sanitary Napkin (Medium) 24.5cm (12pcs)

KONXEPT LIMITED (Hong Kong)

www.hktvmall.com/hktv/zh/main/LADiM/s/B0901001; www,ladim.co.kr; FB: @LadiM.kr

Jurors noted that these sanitary pads, which are infused with probiotics to kill 99.9% of Candida bacteria - the main cause of vaginal infections - allow “women to make a proactive choice for [their] long-term well-being.” The pads are made with the brand’s patented graphene probiotic filter chip as one of their layers, which creates a protective barrier against germs and promotes a healthy vaginal flora. The chip also delivers a warm sensation to alleviate menstrual pain, while negative ions purify and soothe. Meanwhile Taxus chinensis and chitosan combat odors, while nano silver creates an antibacterial, breathable material. “I think they've thought about the product from the user perspective a lot, it provides multiple benefits to the consumer,” one panel member said. The pads absorb up to 60 times more than regular menstrual pads, and are suitable for all women, including those experiencing perimenopause, when hormonal changes can make infections more common.

Skin Care Products

KOCOSTAR Yellow Cream Patch

FIRSTMARKET CO., LTD (South Korea)

www.kocostar.com; IG@kocostar; TikTok: @kocostar_official; FB: @kocostar.co.kr

“I also like how this can be used under make-up, allowing people to cover up an active blemish with [fewer visible] ramifications,” said one juror. The formula forms a thin, breathable barrier that delivers the blemish-clearing ingredients when applied to the skin. The “patch” effect is created with a patented marine cellulose that forms the film on the skin. The biofilm is flexible and breathable and made from naturally derived cellulose, a material commonly used in medical applications to protect wounds from contaminants and promote an optimal healing environment. “This product seems to be a great alternative to pimple patches for anyone looking for an effective and skin-friendly way to manage their breakouts,” noted the panel. Among the formula’s healing ingredients are betaine salicylate, capryloyl salicylic acid, sulfur, niacinamide, tea tree leaf extract, and seaberry oil. The formula can be applied before make-up and worn throughout the day. “Very innovative, love that it turns from a cream to a patch - I can see this being very popular,” said one juror.