THE WHAT? Estée Lauder Companies has appointed a SK-II exec YoeGin Chang as Senior Vice President of its La Mer brand, according to a report by Marketing Interactive.
THE DETAILS Joining the company from her role as Senior Brand Director of SK-II, Chang has more than 12 years’ experience in consumer goods and has worked with consumers across ASEAN, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea and the U.S.
SK-II has yet to name a successor, however Markus Strobel, P&G’s President of global skin and personal care, will take on the role in the interim.
THE WHY? While ELC is yet to comment on the appointment, SK-II gave a statement about the future of the role.
A spokesperson said, “We look forward to continuing the strong growth as a leading global prestige skincare brand.”
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Key categories of aesthetic medicine products include:
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Injectables: This category includes products such as dermal fillers, botulinum toxins (e.g., Botox), and collagen stimulators. These injectables are used to smooth wrinkles, add volume, and improve facial contours.
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Skin Rejuvenation Treatments: Products like chemical peels, microdermabrasion systems, and laser devices are used to improve skin texture, reduce pigmentation irregularities, and enhance overall skin tone.
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Skincare Products: These include medical-grade cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and topical treatments containing active ingredients like retinoids, antioxidants, and growth factors. They are formulated to address specific skin concerns such as acne, aging, and hyperpigmentation.
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Hair Restoration Products: Medical treatments and products designed to promote hair growth and treat conditions such as male and female pattern baldness.
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Body Contouring and Fat Reduction: Devices and products used for non-surgical body sculpting, such as cryolipolysis (cool sculpting) devices and injectable lipolytics.
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Cosmeceuticals: High-performance skincare products that bridge the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, often containing potent ingredients with proven clinical benefits.
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Wound Care and Scar Management: Products like silicone sheets, gels, and advanced wound dressings used to improve healing and reduce the appearance of scars.
