Hong Kong – The international cosmetics industry is gathering in Hong Kong for Cosmoprof Asia 2026, a leading B2B trade fair for the beauty sector in the Asia-Pacific region. The event brings together professionals and industry players from around the world, providing a key platform to discover the latest innovations, explore emerging trends and develop new business opportunities. This year’s edition revolves around the global “Wanted” campaign, which celebrates the Rule-Breakers, Innovators and Fragrance Addicts driving the evolution of the beauty industry. Organised by BolognaFiere and Informa Markets, the 29th edition is taking place across two complementary venues: Cosmopack Asia, hosted at AsiaWorld-Expo until 12 November, and Cosmoprof Asia, running until 13 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Together, the two trade fairs reaffirm Cosmoprof Asia’s strategic role as a meeting point and networking hub for the global cosmetics industry. This year’s edition welcomes more than 2,806 exhibitors from 43 countries and regions, with 21 national and group pavilions showcasing cosmetic products, cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions for the sector. Participating countries and regions include Australia, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, South Korea, the Philippines, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand and the United States. Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, South Africa and the United Kingdom are also taking part with group pavilions for the first time. The breadth of participation reflects the event’s international reach and the diversity of the markets it brings together. (9colonne)