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Wednesday 1 3 May 2026 10 T F W A D A I L Y T hrough TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference, Kao Travel Retail aims to enhance the presence of its brands and create more opportunities for global travellers to discover and enjoy its products. “We also look forward to strengthening our partnerships across the industry and gaining new insights that will help drive our future growth,” says Atsushi Nakazato, Vice President, Global Business Development, Business Planning and Management, Cosmetics Business, Kao Corporation. This year, Kao Travel Retail is showcasing two new products. For SENSAI, it is introducing the SENSAI TOTAL FORM EXPERT CREAM ANTI WRINKLE AND LIFT. Upon application, the rich, bouncy texture and Plumping Veil Formula o ff er an indulgent anti ageing sculpting experience. Applied with the original massage method, density, definition and volume are visibly improved, including face line and under the jaw sagging. For KANEBO, Kao Travel Retail is presenting the KANEBO GENERATING ESSENTIALS TREATMENT LOTION – a lotion that empowers skin with dewy freshness in 42 days. Formulated with TAISHI Micro Lipo, a micro miniaturised blend inspired by vernix, it glides smoothly and absorbs deeply to deliver lasting hydration and resilience. Aligned with KANEBO’s Progress Care philosophy, it supports skin’s evolving beauty rather than resisting the passage of time. “We position our travel-exclusive items as L oacker’s key objectives at this year’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference are to reinforce its long-term commitment to the travel retail channel, while strengthening relationships with partners across the Asia Pacific region. “This event provides an excellent platform to exchange insights, explore new opportunities and align on strategies that support sustainable growth,” says Juan Miguel Cabrera, Head of Travel Retail and Duty Free, Loacker. “We are also focused on showcasing targeted innovations designed specifically for travel retail, particularly within the gifting segment. By presenting formats that combine premium quality, strong shelf appeal and convenience, we aim to help our retail partners drive incremental sales and enhance the shopper experience.” A key highlight of Loacker’s showcase this year is the new Around the World Travel Bag, a concept developed specifically for the GTR channel, in response to strong demand for premium gifting solutions that are both visually distinctive and practical for travellers. The 245.8g pack features vibrant illustrations of iconic global landmarks, and a built-in handle that makes it easy to carry. Inside there is a curated assortment of our miniature specialities. This variety-led format is ideal for sharing, gifting or self-consumption, making it highly relevant for today’s travel retail shopper. Kao Trave l Reta i l unve i l s next- generat i on sk i ncare exper i ences Loacker targets premium g i f t ing wi th new trave l reta i l exc lus ive “Travel retail exclusives are an important part of our portfolio strategy, as they enable us to o ff er di ff erentiated products that add value for both retailers and shoppers,” Cabrera explains. “Many of our innovations are developed specifically with the channel in mind, and the new Around the World Travel Bag is a strong example of this approach.” B2 / 2-R19 the starting point of the brand experience journey,” Nakazato explains. “This year, we are introducing new travel-exclusive items – centred on SENSAI and KANEBO skincare – to o ff er travellers an engaging experience of our brands. We will continue to expand the TREX line-up and enhance the shopping experience to be tt er meet the expectations of today’s travellers.” Kao Travel Retail views the Asia Pacific region as a key market that will drive the future growth of its business. It is showcasing four brands at TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference: the prestige brands SENSAI and KANEBO, and the masstige brands SUISAI and ALLIE. “Being part of this event has enabled us to showcase our brands and products globally and to connect with leading stakeholders across the travel retail industry – interactions that have been deeply valuable to us,” Nakazato adds. L1 / 1-A01