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Milbon Professional Haircare

ownerMilbon Co., Ltd. (Japan)
originJapan
manufacturedPrimarily in Japan, but also produced in Thailand

Milbon is a leading Japanese professional haircare brand that has become a staple in high-end hair salons across Asia and North America. Founded in 1960 as Yutaka Beauty Chemicals, the company rebranded to Milbon in 1965 and built its reputation on a data-driven approach to hair science, specifically focusing on the unique biological characteristics of Asian hair types and the impact of local climates on hair health.

The brand's manufacturing remains deeply rooted in Japan, with its primary production hub located at the Yumegaoka Factory in Iga City, Mie Prefecture. To support its rapid expansion into Southeast Asia, Milbon established a secondary manufacturing facility in Thailand in 2013. This dual-base strategy allows them to maintain strict Japanese quality standards while efficiently serving global markets.

Today, Milbon Co., Ltd. remains an independent, publicly traded company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It operates as its own ultimate owner, steering several prestige sub-brands such as Aujua, Grand Linkage, and its global flagship 'milbon' line. The company is recognized for its unique 'Field Person' strategy, where consultants work directly in salons to bridge the gap between scientific research and professional styling needs.

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