Beauty and Personal Care

The report will explore the key themes transforming consumer behaviour in Asia Pacific in the world beyond the pandemic, namely Digital Living, Rethink Wellness, Sustainable Living, Make My Life Easier and Search for Experiences, and the strategies…

In 2023, demand for baby and child-specific products in Hong Kong continued to recover, driven by a number of trends. Sensitive skin remains one of the top concerns among local parents, and this trend reflects the growing awareness and emphasis on…

In 2023, demand for bath and shower in Hong Kong remained stable and above 2019 volume levels. The pandemic prompted individuals to re-evaluate their lifestyles, leading to the growing desire for a higher quality of life. Nowadays, they are focusing…

In 2023, beauty and personal care in Hong Kong showed greater signs of recovery with moderate double-digit value growth. By early 2023, the government had fully reopened the city with a lifting of all pandemic-related restrictions. As a market that…

Historically, tourism expenditure has played a substantial role in contributing to sales of colour cosmetics in Hong Kong, contributing to at least 30% share. The reopening of borders and the recovery of tourist consumption had a positive impact on…

Due to lifestyles and habits, deodorants in Hong Kong remained relatively niche over the review period. However, there was an increase in demand for these personal hygiene products in 2023, driven by the shift towards more active lifestyles following…

Following a decline in 2022, value sales of depilatories in Hong Kong returned to growth in 2023. With the lifting of social restrictions at the beginning of the year, consumers resumed activities outside of the home, such as swimming, travelling, or…

Fragrances in Hong Kong recorded dynamic retail volume and value growth in 2023, driven by the dominant premium segment. The return of international tourists significantly boosted demand for fragrances in the local market, despite the less attractive…

The trend of clean beauty has expanded into hair care in Hong Kong, as consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the ingredients featured in various beauty and personal care products. With growing awareness of health and wellbeing, there is a…

In 2023, strong current value growth for mass beauty and personal care in Hong Kong was driven by the resumption of tourist expenditure. As international tourists return, there is renewed demand for beauty and personal care products, boosting sales…

In 2023, men’s skin care and fragrances were among the key growth drivers of men’s grooming in Hong Kong. The male population in Hong Kong is becoming increasingly conscious of appearance, leading to a surge in demand for men's grooming. Male…

In 2023, demand for oral care in Hong Kong grew, as local consumers increasingly prioritised their oral health. Some sought toothpaste that addressed specific concerns, such as sensitivity and repair. Tooth sensitivity, characterised by discomfort or…

Historically, tourism expenditure has played a crucial role in premium beauty and personal care in Hong Kong, holding up to 20% share of sales. The return of tourism flows and the reopening of borders have provided a much-needed boost to the segment,…

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,…

The surge in outbound travel, especially to Southeast Asia in 2023, resulted in double-digit current value growth for sun care in Hong Kong. Sunny locations such as Thailand and Singapore were among the top 10 outbound travel destinations for Hong…