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K-beauty boom fuels ODM rush, but only giants thrive

Surging global demand is drawing more manufacturers into Korea’s cosmetics original design manufacturer (ODM) market, but orders and profits remain concentrated among a few dominant players.

2026.7.2

Is the K-beauty boom only skin deep?

As exports hit a record, Korea’s beauty industry faces rising strain from ODM reliance, fragile indie startups and the absence of a globally dominant brand.

2026.6.20

China–Japan row creates opening for Olive Young, Cosmax

China-Japan row could work in favor of Korean cosmetic manufacturers, as Chinese consumers opt for domestic brands — many of which rely on Korean original design manufacturer (ODM) firms with local subsidiaries.

2025.12.18

Cosmetics company Cosmax's researchers are seen in a company laboratory [COSMAX]

Cosmetic ODMs post strong results for Q3 amid global demand for K-beauty

Korean cosmetics original design manufacturers (ODMs) continued to post strong results in the third quarter, driven by steady global demand for K-beauty products and a growing overseas client base.

2025.11.10