L'Oréal Unveils North Asia Open Innovation at Viva Technology

L'Oréal recently displayed its rapid North Asia open innovation ecosystem at Viva Technology in Paris, during a forum entitled 'New Frontiers of Beauty Powered by North Asia Open Innovation.' The event brought together elite startups from China, Japan, and South Korea, exemplary participants from L'Oréal's Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program, and regional ecosystem partners including government representatives and media players.

This gathering marks a significant milestone as L'Oréal's regional collaboration model gains global recognition. Discussions at the forum centered on regional innovation trends and L'Oréal's beauty tech strategy, with a focus on how the Big Bang program scales cross-border partnerships, turning the North Asia model into a global innovation accelerator.

Key figures from L'Oréal emphasized the importance of science, collaboration, and innovation. Barbara Lavernos, Deputy CEO for Research, underscored the company's dedication to co-creating with external partners to drive disruptive beauty solutions. The forum also featured successful startups such as Veminsyn, TheSEA, and ASLEEP, all benefiting from the Big Bang program's expansive platform.

(With inputs from agencies.)