THE WHAT? Thai retailer Central Group has revealed ambitious expansion plans for both its home market and neighbouring Vietnam, according to a report published by Nikkei Asia.
THE DETAILS The owner of Rinascente and Selfridges’ retail unit, the aptly name Central Retail, has earmarked THB30 billion to invest in Vietnam, to transform its current 10 retail brands and 340 malls and stores into the country’s biggest food and property retail platform, with sales of THB100 billion by 2027.
THE WHY? Analysts have predicted strong growth for Vietnam as it emerges from the pandemic, with retail forecast to grow 9 percent per year to hit a value of US$150 million.
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Key types of injectable aesthetics include:
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Dermal Fillers: These injectables are used to add volume, fill in wrinkles and folds, and enhance facial contours. They often contain substances like hyaluronic acid, collagen, or calcium hydroxylapatite, which help plump up the skin and smooth out fine lines and wrinkles.
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Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Botulinum toxin injections temporarily relax facial muscles that cause wrinkles and lines to form. It is commonly used to treat forehead lines, frown lines between the eyebrows, and crow's feet around the eyes.
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Collagen Stimulators: These injectables stimulate the body's own collagen production, helping to improve skin texture and firmness over time. Examples include poly-L-lactic acid (Sculptra) and calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse).
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Neurotoxin Injections: Besides Botox, other neurotoxins such as Dysport and Xeomin are used similarly to reduce wrinkles and lines.
