pdc Corporation is taking its cosmetic and skincare industry-leading formulae and sustainable heart to the international market, ushering in a new era in beauty and personal care.
By Daniel de Bomford
Cosmetics are modern-day alchemy. Whether to enhance beauty, shed years, or boost confidence, cosmetics are part of everyday folks' rituals and relationships with the world. For over 33 years, pdc Corporation has been a part of people’s daily rituals, providing cosmetics and skincare for people across Japan and working to simplify their routines.
President Keiji Fujii says that pdc has always prioritized both convenience and performance. “Our goal is to create products that simplify our customers' beauty routines without compromising on quality or results,” he explains. For example, its “Pure Natural” line combines lotion and milk lotion, combining two skincare steps into one while ensuring effectiveness.
While the skincare and cosmetics market continues to grow, especially in the antiaging sector, there are significant opportunities to capture abroad, leveraging the reputation of J-Beauty brands. With a relatively small domestic organization, pdc is looking for partners to work together with and bolster its position in foreign markets. Mr. Fujii explains, “That’s why we seek strong distribution partners abroad—not just as buyers of our products, but as strategic partners who can collaborate with us to develop effective marketing strategies.” Localizing products for different markets can be difficult, and pdc carefully considers how factors like bathing routines, skin types and UV exposure influence regional demand. “Understanding these regional differences allows us to tailor our approach and develop the right products for each market while maintaining the synergy between skincare and cosmetics in our overall business strategy,” he says.
Sustainability is becoming essential to doing business internationally, and pdc has pioneered Japan’s cosmetic sustainability. “Beyond simply selecting high-quality natural ingredients, we ensure that all components are fully traceable,” Mr. Fujii says. He describes how sustainability has been a central pillar of pdc’s philosophy for years, as evidenced by its refillable products, which are still not commonplace.
As pdc continues to expand and evolve, Mr. Fujii sees it growing into a market-oriented company that provides the products people need for daily rituals.
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