- CEO
- Sang-Hyun Yoon
- Full Time Employees
- 113
- Sector
- Consumer non-durables
- Industry
- Household/Personal care
- Address
- 12-11 Doekgogae-gil Sejong SE South Korea
- IPO Date
- Apr 9, 2002
- Business
- Kolmar Korea Holdings Co., Ltd., operating under the new name Kolmar Holdings Co., Ltd. since April 2025, is a South Korea-based holding company primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and health functional foods. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including skincare cosmetics such as toners, lotions, ampoules, essences, creams, facial mask sheets, and lip balms; fragrance products comprising perfumes and various cleansing items like oil, cream, water-based cleansers, and makeup removers; personal care products covering body and hair care; and color cosmetics including makeup bases, primers, foundations, concealers, cushion foundations, and mascaras. Additionally, Kolmar provides powder base makeup products like eye shadows, powder pacts, highlighters, and blushers, as well as oil and emulsification-based products such as lipsticks, lip balms, glosses, tints, and various sticks and gels for diverse cosmetic applications. The company also markets quasi-drugs and health supplements and supports its offerings with a health and beauty production platform called PLATIT147. Beyond cosmetics, Kolmar Holdings engages in real estate rental business activities. Founded in 1990, the company is headquartered in Sejong City, South Korea, and operates globally, reinforcing a presence through subsidiaries like Kolmar USA, Kolmar Canada, and Kolmar Wuxi.
Recent significant developments include the rebranding of Kolmar Korea Holdings Co., Ltd. to Kolmar Holdings Co., Ltd., reflecting its strategic ambition to expand internationally and establish a unified global brand identity under "One Kolmar." This name change aligns with the 2022 acquisition of 100% global trademark rights to the "KOLMAR" brand from the original U.S.-based Kolmar, positioning the company as the central hub for Kolmar's worldwide operations. The company has also been active in acquisitions and business realignment, notably completing the acquisition of Kolmar UX Co., Ltd. in early 2025 and securing a 45% stake in Yonwoo Co., Ltd. in early 2024. Kolmar Holdings is focused on integrating its domestic and international affiliates to advance its cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and health supplement sectors aggressively in global markets, supported by strategic partnerships such as collaborations with Amazon to boost the global reach of Korean beauty brands. Its operational footprint spans Korea and extends to North and South America and China, supported by advanced R&D and production facilities aimed at maintaining leadership in original design manufacturing (ODM) and original brand manufacturing (OBM) services in cosmetics and health products.
Kolmar Holdings maintains a strong emphasis on technology and innovation through specialized labs for skincare, makeup, personal care, and UV protection, which underpin its diverse product portfolio and ongoing product development. This integrated approach supports both indie and established brands worldwide, positioning Kolmar Holdings as a key player in the global cosmetics and health functional food industries. The company's strategic initiatives and acquisitions bolster its capacity to deliver comprehensive product development, manufacturing, and post-management services, thereby enhancing its competitive edge and growth potential internationally.