Hair care in Hong Kong achieved robust growth in 2025, with retail value sales reaching HKD2,828 million, reflecting a 4% increase from the previous year in current terms. Population dynamics underpin this growth, with Hong Kong’s total population rising slightly to 7.5 million in 2025, supporting a stable consumer base. Economic indicators show real GDP growth at 3%, and moderate inflation at 2% in 2025, indicating a favourable environment for discretionary spending on premium personal care pro

Fragrances in Hong Kong, China is experiencing steady growth in retail value, reaching HKD1,188 million in 2025, reflecting a 4% increase from 2024 in current terms. This growth occurred against a backdrop of a stable and growing consumer expenditure environment, supported by a rising median disposable income per household and a total population of 7.5 million. Economic conditions, including a real GDP growth rate of 3% and low inflation at 2%, provide a conducive setting for discretionary spend

Men’s grooming in Hong Kong is evolving beyond traditional shaving and basic toiletries into a more diversified and holistic approach influenced by rising self-care awareness and lifestyle priorities. In 2025, the retail value of men’s grooming reached HKD718 million, reflecting 2% current value growth from 2024, after a slight dip the previous year, therefore demonstrating resilient but cautious expansion. This growth is moderate yet significant, given the category’s maturity and high consumer

In 2025, skin care in Hong Kong recorded retail value sales of HKD16,972 million, reflecting a decline of 5% from the previous year in current terms. Despite this slight contraction, the category maintained a significant size within beauty and personal care and within the Asia Pacific region, benefiting from Hong Kong's position as a sophisticated, connected beauty hub.

Sun care in Hong Kong experienced slow growth in 2025, with retail sales reaching HKD271 million, reflecting a 1% increase from 2024 in current terms. This growth was supported by a rising population of 7.5 million and higher consumer expenditure, indicating a stable economic environment with moderate inflation at 2% and real GDP growth of 3% for the year. Despite volume declines from 2020 to 2022, volumes increased to 220,000 litres in 2025, up 2%, signalling renewed consumer engagement and re

In 2025, bath and shower in Hong Kong showed a slight decline in retail current value sales to HKD1,661 million, marking a marginal decrease compared to 2024. This reflects a stabilising yet dynamic market where consumer expectations are shifting beyond basic hygiene toward emotional wellbeing and lifestyle integration. The real GDP growth rate in Hong Kong was 3% for 2025, with moderate inflation of 2%, underpinning a stable economic environment and supporting discretionary spending on wellness

In 2025, retail value sales of colour cosmetics in Hong Kong were HKD2,330 million, representing a slight decline of 1% in current terms compared to 2024. This performance reflects a challenging environment and stabilisation, following a previous dip of 5% in 2024, after strong growth of 18% in 2023. Compared within Asia Pacific, Hong Kong maintains a cautious trajectory amidst wider economic recovery and evolving consumer habits. The total population in Hong Kong reached 7.5 million in 2025, su

In 2025, deodorants in Hong Kong demonstrated steady growth in retail current value terms, reaching HKD73.4 million, reflecting a 2% increase over the previous year. This growth aligns with the country's economic performance, where consumer expenditure rose, supported by a rising median disposable income per household and a population increase to 7.5 million. Despite past fluctuations, the economy’s moderate real GDP growth of 3% in 2025 underpinned stable consumer spending power, facilitating

Baby and child-specific products in Hong Kong demonstrated a robust performance in 2025, with retail sales reaching HKD444 million, representing current value growth of 4% compared to 2024. This growth was notable given the city’s demographic challenges, including one of the lowest birth rates globally, and a total population of 7.5 million in 2025. Despite the declining birth rate, the category benefits from concentrated purchasing power, as smaller family sizes lead parents to invest more heav

In 2025, oral care retail value sales increased by 4% in current terms to reach HKD1,585 million, with volume sales also seeing a slight rise. In addition to slight population growth, rising sales were driven by the rising median disposable income per household. Growth was also driven by preventative and aesthetic routines, with consumers prioritising fresh breath and stain removal.

In 2025, beauty and personal care in Hong Kong experienced a nuanced scenario where retail value sales slightly declined amid regional markets’ stronger growth, reflecting local economic pressures and evolving consumer priorities. Despite this, the city’s partial inbound tourism recovery invigorated premium brands, while the mass segment thrived on Asia-inspired innovation and rapid product experimentation. The category remains highly fragmented and polarised, dominated by multinational leaders

Depilatories experienced modest retail current value growth of 2% in 2025, reaching HKD32.2 million, continuing a slow upward trajectory following a period of volatility earlier in the decade. Despite this positive growth, the category faces structural challenges unique to the city’s beauty culture and consumer behaviours, which have led to lower value growth compared to regional peers. This performance contrasts with the more dynamic growth seen in some other Asia Pacific markets, where alterna

In 2025, mass beauty and personal care in Hong Kong recorded retail value sales of HKD7,498 million, showing modest growth of 1% in current terms compared to the previous year. This performance reflects a market influenced heavily by regional factors rather than global trends, with Asia’s role as a source of innovation and experimentation becoming increasingly pronounced. Despite a slight dip in 2024, sales rebounded slightly, supported by consumers’ travel-driven discovery of Asian beauty produ

In 2025, premium beauty and personal care retail sales in Hong Kong declined by 4% in current value terms, reaching HKD18,270 million. This follows a sharper contraction in 2024, of 10%, reflecting ongoing challenges. In contrast, the Asia Pacific regional performance was more positive, with growth of 3% in 2025, highlighting Hong Kong’s relative underperformance within the region. This underscores that Hong Kong’s premium segment is facing more pronounced short-term headwinds compared to the br

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Wipes in Hong Kong in 2025 displayed robust value growth, with retail sales reaching HKD335 million, a 4% increase compared to 2024. This performance is being driven by the city’s ongoing demand for convenient, on-the-go hygiene solutions, as busy urban consumers favour multipacks and easy-dispense packaging across both baby and adult formats. Personal wipes form the largest area within wipes, accounting for HKD230 million in 2025. This is underpinned by broadening demand beyond baby wipes to i

The performance of away-from-home tissue and hygiene in 2025 was characterised by a strong rebound in value, with sales rising to HKD668 million and growth of 5% compared to the previous year. This growth is notably higher than the broader economic expansion, as Hong Kong’s GDP growth is 3% in 2025, reflecting the resilience and dynamism of the market as tourism and out-of-home traffic normalise post-pandemic. While away-from-home tissue and hygiene experienced a sharper recovery than many other

Menstrual care in 2025 recorded slight current value growth, up 5% to HKD1 billion, which is a slower increase than the 6% seen in 2024, as inflationary pressure softens and unit price growth moderates. Volume expanded modestly by 2% to 526 million units, reflecting a relatively flat user base in Hong Kong, where the population in 2025 reached 7.5 million. Overall growth in 2025 was more subdued compared to previous years, mirroring both a maturing user pool and the effects of easing price press

Tissue and hygiene in Hong Kong, China demonstrated resilient growth in 2025, outperforming many neighbouring markets with a 4% rise in retail sales value to HKD4.5 billion, anchored by a stable population and robust consumer spending. This environment is particularly attractive due to a pronounced consumer shift towards premium and specialised products, ongoing innovation in sustainable materials and packaging, and a rapidly ageing demographic that fuels demand for adult incontinence and skin-f

Retail tissue in Hong Kong recorded steady growth in 2025, with a retail volume of 59,300 tonnes and a retail value of HKD1.9 billion at constant prices. The category saw volume growth of 1% and value growth of 3% over the previous year, reflecting a premiumisation trend rather than simple expansion. This performance aligns with broader Asia Pacific patterns of trading up, but the focus on higher-value, premium and eco-friendly formats in Hong Kong is especially pronounced, fuelled by consumer

In 2025, nappies/diapers/pants in Hong Kong, China delivered steady value growth, contrasting with moderate volume gains. This pattern highlights the impact of premiumisation and consumers trading-up, especially in an environment where population growth remains relatively stable. Compared to wider Asia Pacific, where premiumisation is also a regional driver, Hong Kong stands out for its high concentration of premium international brands and its advanced e-commerce infrastructure, which has becom

Retail adult incontinence in Hong Kong in 2025 demonstrated a robust performance with retail sales increasing by 6% to HKD16 million. This performance was above average compared to regional averages, driven primarily by rapid population ageing, with the total population at 7.5 million and those aged 65 and over reaching 1.8 million. Improvements in awareness and early adoption of protection products contributed to higher demand, while ongoing economic stability, supported by 3% real GDP growth a

In 2025, the polishes category in Hong Kong, China continued its downward trajectory, with a 1%?decline in retail volume sales. This decline is attributed to changing consumer lifestyles and preferences, particularly among younger consumers.

In 2025, the laundry care category in Hong Kong, China experienced modest overall growth, reflecting deeper structural changes driven by inflation, premiumisation and demand for multifunctional solutions. The retail value of laundry care reached HKD1.2 billion, representing 3% growth. This growth was driven in particular by liquid tablets, which continued to lead value gains due to their user-friendly formats and added benefits such as antibacterial and antiviral protection.