Skin Care

Procter & Gamble continues to lead globally within men’s grooming, and holds second place in hair care. While its leading global brands continue to be Gillette and Pantene, it also has brands such as Oral-B, Olay, Head & Shoulders, Crest, SK-II, Old…

Unilever Group was the third largest player in beauty and personal care in 2023. Company growth was driven by its broad portfolio of brands, which recorded solid upturns across all categories and regions. The majority of Unilever’s recent activity…

Skin care in Austria flourished throughout the review period, seemingly unaffected by the impact of the pandemic and prevailing economic challenges. Retail volume and current value growth increased across all categories in 2023. Overall, skin care is…

The performance of skin care in Brazil lagged behind that of the overall beauty and personal care industry in retail current value terms in 2023, and it was the third slowest-growing category in retail current value terms in this year, after…

Skin care saw healthy value growth in Germany in 2023, supported by high prices and premiumisation, while volume sales are inching closer towards positive sales compared to the previous year. Overall, the self-care and wellness trend remains strong,…

In 2023, skin care in India continued to see robust retail current value growth, maintaining its double-digit growth momentum. A key driver of this growth was the increasing consumer focus on ingredients, with consumer awareness and knowledge driving…

Skin care sales maintained a positive trajectory in Mexico in 2023, although volume trajectory is lower than value. Overall, the category has been buoyed by skin care routines consumers established during the pandemic lockdowns, when they had more…

In 2023, skin care in Cameroon showcased a multifaceted landscape. Body lotion, nearing market maturity, demonstrated modest growth with rising unit prices. Despite governmental efforts to curb the use of skin lightening products through bans and…

In 2023, retail value sales of skin care recorded double-digit growth. This was largely driven by inflationary pressures, however, as volume growth was more modest. Manufacturers and skin care companies in Tunisia are now leveraging social media…

Skin care witnessed dynamic growth in Morocco in 2023. Dermocosmetics skin care is thriving in Morocco, particularly dermocosmetics facial care, which is achieving a higher level of penetration amongst Moroccan consumers. Dermocosmetic skin care…

Beauty and personal care in Hong Kong greatly relies on tourism expenditure as a significant contributor to sales, representing at least 20% share pre-pandemic. The recovery of the tourism industry has played a crucial role in revitalising demand,…

Skin care dynamic growth in current value terms in 2023, registering stronger growth than that seen in the previous year. The category continued to perform well despite the challenging economic environment thanks in part to skin care routines…

The term “longevity” gained popularity in 2023 and evolved into a rapidly growing space with significant implications for beauty and wellness in the United Arab Emirates. This trend reflects the consumer desire to lead healthier, longer lives and…

Since the pandemic, consumers have increasingly focused on skin care in South Africa as part of self-care routines, supporting elevated demand in 2023. Despite tough economic hardships in South Africa, new skin care brands continued to emerge as many…

In 2023, skin care in France saw growth in both retail volume and current value terms, and was one of the best performing categories within beauty and personal care. Premium skin care led value growth, but mass skin care also showed a positive…

In line with the general trend in beauty and personal care, skin care in Nigeria saw strong retail current value sales growth in 2023, but declines in retail volume and value (constant 2023 prices) sales. Like other categories, skin care was hit by…

Skin care in the UK experienced solid growth in both value and volume terms in 2023, as unit price rises were accompanied by a growing consumer appetite for skin care products. This was a shift away from 2022 when the category experienced a marginal…

Skin care was one of the most dynamic categories within beauty and personal care in 2023, experiencing robust growth in both retail volume and current value terms. Romanian consumers are increasingly interested in the regular use of skin care…

Skin care in Poland flourished throughout the review period, seemingly unaffected by the impact of the pandemic and prevailing economic challenges, and retail volume and current value growth continued in 2023, with increases in sales across all…

Skin care in Uzbekistan experienced significant growth in 2023, particularly in the facial care area. Import stabilisation and improved product deliveries contributed to this surge, creating a positive market environment. Reductions in customs import…