Aesthetic medicine products. Yatsen Q3 2021: Revenues rise 6 percent; US$100 million share repurchase program announced

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THE WHAT? Yatsen Holding has announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2021. The Chinese beauty company reported total net revenues of RMB1.34 billion for the three months to September 30, 2021, a rise of 6 percent on the prior-year period.

THE DETAILS Gross margin was 67.9 percent compared to 65.7 percent for Q3 2020 and gross sales were up 8.3 percent to RMB1.56 billion.

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Yatsen said that it expected net revenues to be down approximately 15 to 20 percent in the fourth quarter, as a result of the prior year period’s high comparison basis and softer-than-expected color cosmetics sales.

The company’s Board of Directors also approved a share repurchase program for US$100 million-worth of shares over the next 24 months.

THE WHY? Jinfeng Huang, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Yatsen, commented, “Despite a challenging macroeconomic backdrop and soft industry environment for color cosmetics, our topline continued to grow in the third quarter, supported by a significant growth of our skin care brands. Looking ahead, as we embark upon the next phase of our development, we expect to continue shifting our revenue mix towards higher-quality and more profitable growth, underpinned by sustained investments in our brand’s brand equities and R&D. We are confident that despite some short-term pain, our strategic initiatives will allow us to emerge stronger with a clear path to long-term sustainable growth.”

Aesthetic medicine products are developed and regulated to meet stringent safety and efficacy standards. They are typically administered by trained healthcare professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and specialized nurses in clinical settings. These products aim to provide effective solutions for cosmetic enhancement, skin rejuvenation, and overall aesthetic improvement, contributing to both physical appearance and self-confidence.

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Key categories of aesthetic medicine products include:

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Hair Restoration Products: Medical treatments and products designed to promote hair growth and treat conditions such as male and female pattern baldness.

  • Body Contouring and Fat Reduction: Devices and products used for non-surgical body sculpting, such as cryolipolysis (cool sculpting) devices and injectable lipolytics.

  • Cosmeceuticals: High-performance skincare products that bridge the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, often containing potent ingredients with proven clinical benefits.

  • Wound Care and Scar Management: Products like silicone sheets, gels, and advanced wound dressings used to improve healing and reduce the appearance of scars.