Core Viewpoint - The ongoing public dispute between Huaxi Biological and Juzhi Biological highlights the competitive tension in the aesthetic medicine industry, particularly regarding hyaluronic acid and recombinant collagen products [3][10]. Group 1: Company Statements - Huaxi Biological issued a statement on June 1, 2023, supporting beauty blogger Dr. Hao Yu, criticizing an unnamed company for using "internet water army" tactics and threatening to disclose testing results if issues are not addressed [3][4]. - Juzhi Biological responded later that day, accepting an apology from the testing agency used by Dr. Hao Yu but asserting that they would pursue legal action against those spreading false information [3][8]. - Dr. Hao Yu contested Juzhi Biological's claims, stating that the testing agency's statement did not include an apology and questioned why Juzhi had not released its own testing results after ten days [9][10]. Group 2: Market Dynamics - The dispute is rooted in a broader competition for market share between hyaluronic acid and recombinant collagen, with Huaxi Biological's performance declining alongside the perception of hyaluronic acid as "outdated" [10]. - Huaxi Biological's revenue from functional skincare products, which include recombinant collagen, has seen significant declines of 18.45% and 31.62% in 2023 and 2024, respectively, while Juzhi Biological's "Kefumei" brand has shown strong growth with revenues of 27.88 billion and 45.4 billion in the same years [11]. - The pricing landscape for aesthetic products indicates that domestic hyaluronic acid is positioned at the lower end of the market, with prices ranging from approximately 1,000 to 2,000 yuan per unit, while recombinant collagen is priced higher, around 3,000 yuan [13][14]. Group 3: Industry Trends - The aesthetic medicine market is experiencing a shift with the introduction of new injectable materials, which has led to a decrease in hyaluronic acid's market share from 42% in 2021 to an estimated 36% in 2024 [16]. - The emergence of new materials, such as hydroxyapatite and PDRN solutions, is expected to further challenge the dominance of hyaluronic acid, although its unique properties may still provide competitive advantages [16][17].

Core Viewpoint - The dispute over the ingredients in medical beauty products is escalating, particularly between Huaxi Biological and Juzhi Biological, with accusations of misleading information and legal threats being exchanged [1][5][6]. Group 1: Company Statements - Huaxi Biological issued a statement supporting Dr. Hao Yu, indicating that they had confirmed the authenticity of the testing reports and would cooperate with regulatory bodies if needed [2][3]. - Huaxi Biological accused Juzhi Biological of using online marketing tactics to undermine competition and suggested that they are prepared for a "real business war" [1][4]. - Juzhi Biological responded by stating that they would pursue legal action against those spreading false information and emphasized their commitment to consumer interests [1][5]. Group 2: Product Controversy - Dr. Hao Yu claimed that the product "Kefumei" from Juzhi Biological contained only 0.0177% of recombinant collagen, which does not meet regulatory standards for labeling as a non-trace component [3]. - Huaxi Biological highlighted that their products have the highest number of medical device certifications in the industry, asserting that there is no evidence to support the safety of recombinant collagen over hyaluronic acid [4]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Juzhi Biological reported significant revenue growth from 2022 to 2024, with revenues of 2.364 billion, 3.524 billion, and 5.539 billion yuan, and net profits of 1.002 billion, 1.452 billion, and 2.062 billion yuan respectively [6]. - In contrast, Huaxi Biological experienced a decline in both revenue and net profit for 2024, with revenues of approximately 5.371 billion yuan (down 11.61%) and net profits of about 174 million yuan (down 70.59%), marking their worst performance since going public [7]. Group 4: Market Reaction - Following the controversy, Juzhi Biological's stock price fell by 18.07% from its peak on May 20, closing at 68.25 HKD per share on June 2, reflecting market concerns over the ongoing disputes [6].

Core Viewpoint - The controversy surrounding the collagen content in the product "Collagen Stick" from the brand Kefu Mei, owned by Giant Biological (02367.HK), has intensified due to allegations of misleading advertising and low actual collagen levels compared to what is claimed [1][4]. Group 1: Controversy and Responses - Beauty blogger "Big Mouth Doctor" (Hao Yu) claims that the actual collagen content in Kefu Mei's product is only 0.0177%, significantly lower than the advertised "≥0.1%" [4][5]. - Giant Biological issued a statement acknowledging an apology from the testing agency used by "Big Mouth Doctor" and stated that they are pursuing legal action against those spreading false information [3][6]. - The company has sent products to multiple testing agencies for verification, but results are still pending due to the complexity of the testing process [3][6]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Market Impact - Giant Biological has shown steady revenue growth from 2020 to 2024, with revenues increasing from 1.19 billion to 5.54 billion yuan, and net profits rising from 826 million to 2.06 billion yuan [6]. - The Kefu Mei brand accounted for 82% of Giant Biological's total revenue in 2024, with its revenue reaching 4.54 billion yuan [6]. - The ongoing controversy coincides with the 618 e-commerce promotion period, raising concerns among industry experts about potential impacts on Giant Biological's performance [6]. Group 3: Industry Context and Competitor Actions - Competitors like Huaxi Biological (688363.SH) and Jinbo Biological (832982.BJ) have higher R&D expenditure ratios at 8.68% and 4.94%, respectively, compared to Giant Biological's 1.9% [7]. - Huaxi Biological publicly supported "Big Mouth Doctor" and has conducted its own testing on the allegations, emphasizing the importance of product integrity and transparency [10][11]. - Huaxi Biological has criticized the overhyped claims surrounding recombinant collagen, suggesting that such narratives lack scientific backing and may mislead consumers [11].

Core Viewpoint - The conflict between Huaxi Biological (688363.SH) and Juzhi Biological (02367.HK) is escalating from subtle accusations to open confrontation, with both companies making public statements regarding the controversy surrounding the "Kefumei" product and its alleged lack of added recombinant collagen [2][3][8]. Group 1: Huaxi Biological's Position - Huaxi Biological publicly supports Dr. Hao Yu, stating that his company, Shanghai Liuyue Medical Technology Service Co., is an important member of the Huaxi ecosystem, and they will provide legal protection [2][4]. - The company claims to have conducted thorough evaluations and multiple tests on the materials provided by Dr. Hao, and has obtained results from third-party institutions [4][7]. - Huaxi Biological accuses Juzhi Biological of engaging in malicious competition and using online tactics to undermine its reputation, asserting that they are prepared for a transparent business battle [7][8]. Group 2: Juzhi Biological's Response - Juzhi Biological asserts that it received an apology from the testing agency used by Dr. Hao, which clarified that it never authorized the use of the test report and demanded that Dr. Hao cease using it to avoid public misinformation [2][8]. - The company emphasizes that the testing report's results are influenced by various factors and should only be considered as reference values, indicating that the methodology used was flawed [8][12]. - Juzhi Biological expresses shock and disappointment at Huaxi Biological's accusations, labeling them as malicious and harmful to consumer trust in domestic brands [13][14].

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing controversy regarding the authenticity of collagen content in the "可复美胶原棒" product has sparked significant industry attention, with both 华熙生物 and 巨子生物 responding to the allegations made by 郝宇 and the testing institution involved [1][2]. Group 1: Company Responses - 华熙生物 issued a statement supporting 郝宇, indicating that they have conducted thorough evaluations and testing of the claims made against their products, and are willing to cooperate with regulatory bodies regarding the testing results [1]. - 巨子生物's 可复美 brand acknowledged the apology from the testing institution used by 郝宇 but stated their intention to pursue legal action against those spreading false information [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Implications - The dispute highlights the growing scrutiny within the medical aesthetics industry regarding product integrity and consumer trust, as both companies emphasize their commitment to transparency and consumer rights [2].

Core Viewpoint - The public dispute regarding the content of recombinant collagen in the product "Collagen Stick" from the brand Kefu Mei, owned by Giant Biological (02367.HK), has intensified, with accusations of misleading information about the actual collagen content [1][3]. Group 1: Company Response and Actions - Giant Biological received an apology from the testing agency used by the beauty blogger "Big Mouth Doctor" (Hao Yu) on May 30, and the company has sent products to multiple testing institutions for compliance checks [2][4]. - The company claims that multiple tests have shown collagen content greater than 0.1%, adhering to the standards set by the Chinese Pharmacopoeia [4]. - Giant Biological clarified that the rumors about the product "Collagen Stick 1.0" being taken off the shelves are false, stating it was a normal product iteration that began in April [6]. Group 2: Industry Context and Competitor Involvement - The controversy has drawn attention from competitors, notably Huaxi Biological, which publicly supported the claims made by "Big Mouth Doctor" and offered to assist in testing and regulatory communication [10]. - Huaxi Biological has criticized the overhyped claims surrounding recombinant collagen, suggesting that the industry is experiencing inflated expectations without sufficient scientific backing [13]. - The financial performance of Huaxi Biological has been declining, with a reported revenue of 5.371 billion in 2024, down 11.61% year-on-year, and a significant drop in net profit [13]. Group 3: Financial Performance of Giant Biological - Giant Biological has shown steady revenue growth from 1.19 billion in 2020 to 5.539 billion in 2024, with net profit increasing from 826 million to 2.062 billion during the same period [7]. - The Kefu Mei brand is a significant contributor to Giant Biological's revenue, accounting for 82% of total income in 2024, with a reported revenue of 4.542 billion [7]. - Concerns have been raised about the potential impact of the ongoing controversy on the company's performance during the critical 618 e-commerce promotion period [7].

6月1日晚间，A股玻尿酸巨头华熙生物（688363）在微信号发表了一份逾2700字的长文支"大嘴博士"。 声明称，"华熙生物已组织专家对郝宇博士提供的资料进行审慎评估和多方法的反复测试，同时， 华熙生物也已经得到了第三方机构的检测结 果。 但在相关企业的自我检测结论公布之前，华熙生物出于对商业文明的最后一丝维护，希望相关企业主动面对发展中的问题，诚实面对全社 会关切的产品诚信和价值承诺。如监管机构需要查阅相关检测报告，华熙生物将毫无保留地配合提供；如相关企业无法正视自身问题，华熙生 物也将向全社会公开相关检测结果。" 声明中，华熙生物提及与郝宇博士的关系时表示，"鉴于热心网络水军的提醒，经过华熙生物核实，由郝宇博士担任法定代表人的上海柳页医 创医疗科技服务有限公司由华熙生物参与的海南海熙私募股权投资基金与郝宇博士相关公司共同投资，设立于2024年10月，华熙生物在该基金 中占比32.4%。基于此，由郝宇博士担任法人的柳页医创属于华熙生态的重要成员，华熙生物理应予以坚定支持和依法保护。" 华熙生物官方告诫这家擅长网络水军运营的公司："汝求战，便得战!"如果你们想要一个"商战"，那一定会得一个真正的商战。 医美龙 ...

6月1日，华熙生物官方公众号发布关于支持郝宇博士维护消费者权益的声明。当中介绍，华熙生物于5月26日收到郝 宇博士（网名大嘴博士）的求助，提出希望华熙生物提供检测技术资源和研究支持，并协助其与监管部门展开沟通。 针对相关要求，华熙生物组织了有关专家评估了郝宇博士提供的资料，在确认检测报告的真实性后，华熙生物立刻组 织了相关产品检测，现公开回应如下： 1、华熙生物已组织专家对郝宇博士提供的资料进行审慎评估和多方法的反复测试，同时，华熙生物也已经得到了第 三方机构的检测结果。但在相关企业的自我检测结论公布之前，华熙生物出于对商业文明的最后一丝维护，希望相关 企业主动面对发展中的问题，诚实面对全社会关切的产品诚信和价值承诺。如监管机构需要查阅相关检测报告，华熙 生物将毫无保留地配合提供；如相关企业无法正视自身问题，华熙生物也将向全社会公开相关检测结果。 2、郝宇博士作为行业资深研发和科普专家拥有广泛的行业认知度和影响力，相关行为是在有检测报告的情况下实名 公开对相关企业提出问题，属于以科学专业方法维护消费者的基本安全和相关权益。动用大量网络水军将产品质量和 诚信关切问题转移到"商战"、"黑公关"只会因低估网友智商遭 ...

Core Insights - The "Global Brand China Online 500 Strong List" (CBI 500) highlights the importance of consumer purchasing behavior in evaluating brands, moving beyond traditional metrics like sales revenue [2][5] - The beauty industry is identified as having the highest "brand index" among daily consumer goods, with a clear trend towards brand competition concentrated among leading brands [11][14] - International brands continue to outperform domestic brands in overall scores and representation on the list, indicating a need for domestic brands to focus on brand building [11][14] Industry Trends - The beauty sector's CBI score reached 75.83 in Q1 2025, an increase of 2.82 from Q1 2023, reflecting a strong brand presence among top players [11] - The CBI index emphasizes quality over quantity, with a scoring system that includes brand awareness, novelty, loyalty, and reputation [7][11] - The online retail market in China is significant, with the beauty segment accounting for 64.35% of total online transactions, amounting to approximately 6910.52 million yuan in 2024 [5][11] Competitive Landscape - The latest Tmall sales data indicates a growing head effect, where leading brands are capturing more market share, pushing lower-quality products out of the market [3][15] - In the recent Tmall 618 event, brands like Proya and Lancôme achieved significant sales milestones, showcasing the competitive dynamics between domestic and international brands [15][20] - International brands are regaining market strength, with companies like L'Oréal reporting a 6.9% sales growth in Q1 2025, indicating a recovery in the Chinese market [20][21] Brand Development Strategies - Tmall is shifting its focus from low-price strategies to supporting quality brands, aiming to enhance brand loyalty and consumer engagement [22][24] - The platform is investing heavily in brand support initiatives, with a budget of 200 billion yuan aimed at fostering innovative and high-quality brands [22][25] - The competition is evolving beyond product offerings to include brand equity and market positioning, with both international and domestic brands needing to adapt to these changes [25]

Core Viewpoint - The recent controversy surrounding hyaluronic acid and recombinant collagen products has led to significant scrutiny and volatility for leading companies in the medical beauty biotechnology sector, including Huaxi Biological, Juzhi Biological, and Jinbo Biological [2][11]. Group 1: Controversy and Market Reactions - Huaxi Biological publicly criticized brokerage reports for promoting the "hyaluronic acid is outdated" narrative, suggesting that the recombinant collagen concept is being overly hyped [3][11]. - Juzhi Biological faced public backlash due to a report indicating that its product "Kefumei" contained only 0.0177% recombinant collagen, below the legal threshold of 0.1% [4][11]. - Jinbo Biological's stock price was affected by the overall negative sentiment in the collagen sector, experiencing a significant drop of 17.23% from its peak [5][7]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Huaxi Biological reported its worst performance since going public in 2024, with revenue of 5.371 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 11.61%, and a net profit of 174 million yuan, down 70.59% [9][10]. - Juzhi Biological achieved a revenue of 5.539 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year growth of 57.2%, but its core product's growth rate has been declining for four consecutive years [9][10]. - Jinbo Biological reported a revenue of 1.443 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 84.92%, but its growth rate has also shown signs of slowing down [10]. Group 3: Industry Dynamics - The ongoing "ingredient dispute" highlights the competition between hyaluronic acid and recombinant collagen technologies, with Huaxi Biological emphasizing the scientific value of hyaluronic acid [11][13]. - The controversy may intensify competition in technology development, market promotion, and brand building within the medical beauty industry, pushing for more emphasis on product efficacy and scientific validation [13].