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Asia’s coming sustainable beauty revolution

Eco-conscious consumers are rewarding brands that reduce plastic use, adopt circular models, and disclose their sustainability practices

    • Legacy systems, especially in packaging, still rely heavily on plastic. Sustainable materials can be heavier and more expensive.
    • Legacy systems, especially in packaging, still rely heavily on plastic. Sustainable materials can be heavier and more expensive. ILLUSTRATION: UNSPLASH
    Published Sat, May 24, 2025 · 06:00 AM

    ASIA’S beauty industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. It may lead with sustainable innovation or risk falling behind in an increasingly regulated, values-driven market.

    The continent is already the world’s beauty powerhouse. Total sales are projected to hit US$249 billion by 2028, growing at 4.8 per cent compound annual growth rate and outpacing both North America and Europe. For brands competing in this dynamic region, sustainability is no longer a side project. It’s the foundation for future growth and the key to long-term market leadership.

    The continued hovering threat of Donald Trump’s tariffs has become an unexpected catalyst, accelerating the shift towards regional self-sufficiency and giving sustainability practices a sharper competitive edge. In Asia’s fast-growing beauty sector, this moment presents a powerful opportunity.

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