Young Consumers and Social Media Fuel Growth Despite Affordability Challenges
Beauty and personal care in Ethiopia shows robust expansion driven by a youthful and digitally connected population, with retail value sales reaching ETB14,449 million in 2025 and growing faster than many of its regional counterparts. This growth is tempered by persistent affordability challenges, as many consumers remain price sensitive due to an incomplete recovery of purchasing power despite inflation easing to 13%. Essential products like paraffin oil, bar soaps and body washes are popular due to their accessibility across income groups, reflecting consumers’ preference for cost-effective solutions amidst economic pressures. Meanwhile, natural ingredient-based and inclusive formulations tailored to Ethiopia’s diverse hair and skin profiles are gaining traction, signalling a shift towards more personalised and culturally relevant offerings. Success in this environment requires brands to balance affordability with aspirational qualities, leverage social media to engage a dynamic consumer base and innovate with natural ingredients and inclusive products that resonate with local preferences while navigating price sensitivities and informal market competition.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Beauty and Personal Care industry in Ethiopia with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Baby and Child-Specific Products
- Bath and Shower
- Colour Cosmetics
- Deodorants
- Depilatories
- Fragrances
- Hair Care
- Men's Grooming
- Oral Care
- Skin Care
- Sun Care
- Premium Beauty and Personal Care
- Mass Beauty and Personal Care
If you're in the Beauty and Personal Care industry in Ethiopia, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Beauty and Personal Care in Ethiopia report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Beauty and Personal Care in Ethiopia?
- Which are the leading brands in Ethiopia?
- How are products distributed in Ethiopia?
- To what extent is e-commerce changing the retail environment and consumer demand?
- How are sales of mass versus premium beauty products evolving?
- Which products are seeing rising demand in the wake of COVID-19?
- Why are changing lifestyles and consumer behaviour patterns stimulating growth of some categories but not others?
- How is the macroeconomic environment shaping demand?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Beauty and Personal Care in Ethiopia
Young Consumers and Social Media Fuel Growth Despite Affordability Challenges
Key Data Insights
Young Consumers and Social Media Fuel Growth Despite Affordability Challenges
Bath and Shower Leads Sales Driven by Affordability and Mass Appeal
Local Brands Embrace Inclusivity and Natural Ingredients
Lifestyle-Driven Beauty Accelerates Premium Product Popularity
Price-Sensitivity and Affordability Pressures to Reshape Growth Trajectory
Bath and Shower Set to Maintain Sales Lead through Affordability
Natural Ingredients and Informal Trade to Shape Future Dynamics
Social Media Set to Drive Beauty and Personal Care
Leading Companies Maintain Positions Amid Gradual Market Share Erosion
Grocery Retailers Maintain Distribution Lead
Retail E-Commerce Expands Niche Opportunities
Baby and Child-Specific Products in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
High Prices Reshape Consumer Behaviour and Sales Growth Dynamics
High Prices Reshape Consumer Behaviour and Sales Growth Dynamics
Jiji E-Commerce Expands Brand Access Amid Premium Pricing Pressures
Doka’S Natural Children’S Haircare Meets Health-Conscious Demand
Rising Urban Demand and Income to Growth Drive Expansion
Local Producers to Embrace Natural Formulations and Meet Health-Conscious Demand
Nunu and Johnson Maintain Dominance as Market Consolidates
Grocery Retailers Lead Supported by Trust and Product Range
Retail E-Commerce Rapidly Expands Reach
Bath and Shower in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Local Production Challenges and Steady Growth Amid Economic Constraints
Local Production Challenges and Steady Growth Amid Economic Constraints
Bar Soap Leads Bath and Shower through Accessibility and Diversity
Repi Wilmar Adjusts Output Amid Raw Material Scarcity Affecting Availability
Consumers to Prioritise Affordability Amid Growth Constraints and Inflation Pressures
Bar Soap to Maintain Lead as Natural-Based Products Gain Traction
Digital Engagement Set to Shape Future Growth
Leading Manufacturers Face Declining Shares as Local Brands Gain Traction
Grocery Retailers Maintain Dominance Supported by Supermarkets
Retail E-Commerce Rapidly Expands Driven by Digital Platforms and Convenience
Colour Cosmetics in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Strong Growth Driven by Expanding Consumer Base and Rising Expenditure
Strong Growth Driven by Expanding Consumer Base and Rising Expenditure
Eye Make-Up and Nail Products Lead Colour Cosmetics
Mac’S Hybrid Foundation and Opi’S Nail Polish Exemplify Trend-Driven Innovation
Rising Demand Shaped by Social Media and Price Sensitivity to Divide Consumers
Informal Colour Cosmetics to Fuel Growth
Lip Products to Maintain Lead Amid Evolving Preferences
Leading Companies Face Declines Amid a Fragmented Competitive Environment
Health and Beauty Specialists Lead Colour Cosmetics Sales
Retail E-Commerce Growth Redefines Competition
Deodorants in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Deodorants Accelerate Amid Rising Consumer Spending and Population Growth
Deodorants Accelerate Amid Rising Consumer Spending and Population Growth
Fogg Leverages Diversity to Lead Growth and Consumer Engagement
Increasing Consumer Diversity to Drive Growth and Broaden Usage
Deodorant Sprays to Lead in Value While Roll-Ons Accelerate
Beiersdorf and Unilever Solidify Lead Amid Declining Shares
Grocery Retailers Lead Distribution of Deodorants
Retail E-Commerce Accelerates Fuelled by Social Commerce and Platform Diversity
Depilatories in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Modest Growth Reflects Rising Prices and Changing Consumer Preferences
Modest Growth Reflects Rising Prices and Changing Consumer Preferences
Nisa and Clean Beauty Reshape Consumer Behaviour
Rising Consumer Awareness and Economic Growth to Fuel Steady Expansion
Women’S Razors and Blades to Maintain Dominance with Sales Momentum
Retail E-Commerce Expansion and Price Pressures to Reshape Competitive Dynamics
Dabur India Ltd Strengthens Lead through Affordability and Distribution
Grocery Retailers Dominate Distribution While Pharmacies Gain Traction
Retail E-Commerce Challenges Traditional Retail with Convenience and Accessibility
Fragrances in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Fragrances Show Growth Amid Economic Expansion
Fragrances Show Growth Amid Economic Expansion
Mass Fragrances Emerge as Largest Driven by Affordability and Local Production
Local Influencers Leverage Social Media to Boost Clone Fragrances
Mass Fragrances to Sustain Lead as Economic Growth Boosts Demand
Local Brands and Dupes to Expand Reach, Reshaping Competitive Dynamics
Social Media Influencers to Drive Consumer Choices and Clone Fragrance Popularity
Puig Sl and Victoria’S Secret Solidify Leading Positions
Mk Perfumes Capitalises on Affordability and Quality to Challenge Incumbents
Health and Beauty Specialists Lead Distribution as Supermarkets Gain Share
Digital and Social Commerce Reshape Fragrance Retail Dynamics
Hair Care in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Local Brands Drive Strong Growth Amid Expanding Consumer Spending
Local Brands Drive Strong Growth Amid Expanding Consumer Spending
Natural Product Innovation and Digital Marketing Fuel Category Evolution
Local Consumers to Embrace Natural Products
Shampoos to Lead Value Driven by Affordability
Leading Manufacturers Adjust Shares Amid Rising Local Competition
Grocery Retailers Maintain Dominance in Hair Care Distribution
Digital Expansion and Multichannel Retail Shape Consumer Access and Choice
Men's Grooming in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Rapid Sales Growth Driven by Rising Awareness and Population Expansion
Rapid Sales Growth Driven by Rising Awareness and Population Expansion
Men's Shaving Leads Sales Amid Rapid Toiletries Growth Fuelled by Nature-Based Products
Etherbal Leverages Male-Only Packages to Capture Growing Nature-Based Grooming Demand
Rising Awareness and Population Expansion to Fuel Demand
Men’S Shaving to Lead Sales While Nature-Based Toiletries Drive Rapid Growth
Leading Companies Adapt to Declining Shares Amid Growing Competition
Grocery Retailers Maintain Lead as Diverse Channels Serve Men’S Grooming
Digital Growth Drives New Market Opportunities
Oral Care in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Urban Consumers Drive Oral Care Growth
Urban Consumers Drive Oral Care Growth
Dabur Herbal’S Smaller Packs Improve Affordability and Accessibility
Signal Ethiopia Leverages Influencers to Expand Oral Care Engagement
Digital Marketing and E-Commerce to Drive Expanding Oral Care Demand
Toothbrushes and Toothpaste to Maintain Lead in Sales Amid Affordability Challenges
Dental Floss and Mouthwashes/Dental Rinses Poised for Rapid Growth
Unilever and Colgate-Palmolive Consolidate Leadership Amid Steady Share Shifts
Grocery Retailers Lead Oral Care Sales Supported by Small Local Grocers and Supermarkets
Retail E-Commerce Gains Momentum Driven by Digital Engagement and Product Accessibility
Skin Care in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Ethiopian Consumers Drive Growth through Diverse Skin Care Preferences
Ethiopian Consumers Drive Growth through Diverse Skin Care Preferences
Body Care Leads Supported by Multifunctional and Natural Products
Korean Imports and Local Innovations Expand Product Diversity
Growing Consumer Awareness and Affordability to Shape Demand
Body Care to Maintain Lead Amid Rising Demand for Natural Ingredients
Leading Manufacturers Experience Share Erosion Amid Rising Competition
Mass-Market Brands Maintain Popularity through Affordability and Wide Distribution
Grocery Retailers Lead Skin Care Distribution
Retail E-Commerce Platforms Offer Convenience and Choice
Premium Beauty and Personal Care in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Premium Beauty and Personal Care Growth Moderates Amid Economic Constraints
Premium Beauty and Personal Care Growth Moderates Amid Economic Constraints
Premium Fragrances Lead with Focused Consumer Appeal
Lavar Cosmetics Captures Lifestyle Trend with Natural Hair Care Launch
Consumers Set to Adapt to Price Pressures with Informal Sourcing
Premium Fragrances to Lead with Resilient Growth Amid Volatile Colour Cosmetics
Puig Sl and Estée Lauder Maintain Lead Amid Stable Market Concentration
Economic Pressures Drive Trading Down and Opportunities for Affordable Premium Brands
Mass Beauty and Personal Care in Ethiopia
Key Data Insights
Sustained Growth Driven by Affordability Amid Economic Pressures
Sustained Growth Driven by Affordability Amid Economic Pressures
Mass Bath and Shower Leads Sales Supported by Inclusive Product Offerings
Ht Cosmetics Expands Inclusive Care with Affordable Paraffin Oil Launch
Brands to Leverage Masstige Innovation to Capture Downtrading Consumers
Mass Bath and Shower to Maintain Sales While Colour Cosmetics Accelerates Growth
Leading Companies Consolidate Position Despite Declining Market Shares
Mass Brands Leverage Affordability and Promotions to Drive Consumer Loyalty
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The following categories and subcategories are included:
Beauty and Personal Care
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- Baby and Child-specific Hair Care
- Baby and Child-specific Skin Care
- Baby and Child-specific Sun Care
- Baby and Child-specific Toiletries
- Baby Wipes
- Medicated Baby and Child-specific Products
- Nappy (Diaper) Rash Treatments
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- Bar Soap
- Bath Additives
- Body Powder
- Body Wash/Shower Gel
- Hand Sanitisers
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- Intimate Washes
- Intimate Wipes
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- Premium Eye Liner/Pencil
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- Mass Eye Shadow
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- Premium Mascara
- Mass Mascara
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- Mass Other Lash and Brow Make-Up
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- Premium BB/CC Creams
- Mass BB/CC Creams
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- Premium Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
- Mass Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
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- Premium Foundation/Concealer
- Mass Foundation/Concealer
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- Premium Powder
- Mass Powder
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- Premium Other Facial Make-Up
- Mass Other Facial Make-Up
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- Premium Lip Gloss
- Mass Lip Gloss
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- Premium Lip Liner/Pencil
- Mass Lip Liner/Pencil
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- Premium Lipstick
- Mass Lipstick
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- Premium Other Lip Products
- Mass Other Lip Products
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- Premium Nail Polish
- Mass Nail Polish
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- Premium Nail Treatments/Strengthener
- Mass Nail Treatments/Strengthener
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- Premium Polish Remover
- Mass Polish Remover
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- Premium Other Nail Products
- Mass Other Nail Products
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- Premium Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
- Mass Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
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- Deodorant Creams
- Deodorant Pumps
- Deodorant Roll-Ons
- Deodorant Sprays
- Deodorant Sticks
- Deodorant Wipes
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- Hair Removers/Bleaches
- Women's Pre-Shave
- Women's Razors and Blades
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- Premium Body Mists
- Premium Men's Fragrances
- Premium Women's Fragrances
- Premium Unisex Fragrances
- Premium Fragrance Sets/Kits
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- Mass Body Mists
- Mass Men's Fragrances
- Mass Women's Fragrances
- Mass Unisex Fragrances
- Mass Fragrance Sets/Kits
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- 2-in-1 Products
- Colourants
- Conditioners and Treatments
- Hair Loss Treatments
- Perms and Relaxants
- Salon Professional Hair Care
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- Medicated Shampoos
- Standard Shampoos
- Styling Agents
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- Men's Post-Shave
- Men's Pre-Shave
- Men's Razors and Blades
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- Premium Men's Bath and Shower
- Mass Men's Bath and Shower
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- Premium Men's Deodorants
- Mass Men's Deodorants
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- Premium Men's Hair Care
- Mass Men's Hair Care
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- Premium Men's Skin Care
- Mass Men's Skin Care
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- Premium Men's Fragrances
- Mass Men's Fragrances
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- Dental Floss
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- Denture Cleansers
- Denture Fixatives
- Mouth Fresheners
- Mouthwashes/Dental Rinses
- Tooth Whiteners
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- Manual Toothbrushes
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- Battery Toothbrush Replacement Heads
- Battery Toothbrush Units
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- Electric Toothbrush Replacement Heads
- Electric Toothbrush Units
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- Toothpaste
- Oral Care Excl Power Toothbrushes
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- Premium Firming Body Care
- Mass Firming Body Care
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- Premium General Purpose Body Care
- Mass General Purpose Body Care
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- Premium Acne Treatments
- Mass Acne Treatments
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- Premium Face Masks
- Mass Face Masks
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- Premium Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
- Mass Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
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- Premium Facial Cleansing Wipes
- Mass Facial Cleansing Wipes
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- Premium Basic Moisturisers
- Mass Basic Moisturisers
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- Premium Anti-Agers
- Mass Anti-Agers
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- Premium Lip Care
- Mass Lip Care
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- Premium Toners
- Mass Toners
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- Mass Hand Care
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- Mass Aftersun
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- Premium Self-Tanning
- Mass Self-Tanning
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- Premium Sun Protection
- Mass Sun Protection
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- Premium Baby and Child-specific Products
- Premium Bath and Shower
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- Premium Eye Liner/Pencil
- Premium Eye Shadow
- Premium Mascara
- Premium Other Lash and Brow Make-Up
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- Premium BB/CC Creams
- Premium Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
- Premium Foundation/Concealer
- Premium Powder
- Premium Other Facial Make-Up
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- Premium Lip Gloss
- Premium Lip Liner/Pencil
- Premium Lipstick
- Premium Other Lip Products
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- Premium Nail Polish
- Premium Nail Treatments/Strengthener
- Premium Polish Remover
- Premium Other Nail Products
- Premium Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
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- Premium Deodorants
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- Premium Body Mists
- Premium Men's Fragrances
- Premium Women's Fragrances
- Premium Unisex Fragrances
- Premium Fragrance Sets/Kits
- Premium Hair Care
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- Premium Firming Body Care
- Premium General Purpose Body Care
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- Premium Acne Treatments
- Premium Face Masks
- Premium Facial Cleansing Wipes
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- Premium Basic Moisturisers
- Premium Anti-Agers
- Premium Lip Care
- Premium Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
- Premium Toners
- Premium Hand Care
- Premium Skin Care Sets/Kits
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- Premium Aftersun
- Premium Self-Tanning
- Premium Sun Protection
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- Prestige Baby and Child-specific Products
- Prestige Bath and Shower
- Prestige Colour Cosmetics
- Prestige Deodorants
- Prestige Fragrances
- Prestige Hair Care
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- Prestige Body Care
- Prestige Facial Care
- Prestige Hand Care
- Prestige Skin Care Sets/Kits
- Prestige Adult Sun Care
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- Mass Baby and Child-specific Products
- Mass Bath and Shower
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- Mass Eye Liner/Pencil
- Mass Eye Shadow
- Mass Mascara
- Mass Other Lash and Brow Make-Up
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- Mass BB/CC Creams
- Mass Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
- Mass Foundation/Concealer
- Mass Powder
- Mass Other Facial Make-Up
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- Mass Lip Gloss
- Mass Lip Liner/Pencil
- Mass Lipstick
- Mass Other Lip Products
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- Mass Nail Polish
- Mass Nail Treatments/Strengthener
- Mass Polish Remover
- Mass Other Nail Products
- Mass Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
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- Mass Deodorants
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- Mass Body Mists
- Mass Men's Fragrances
- Mass Women's Fragrances
- Mass Unisex Fragrances
- Mass Fragrance Sets/Kits
- Mass Hair Care
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- Mass Firming Body Care
- Mass General Purpose Body Care
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- Mass Acne Treatments
- Mass Face Masks
- Mass Facial Cleansing Wipes
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- Mass Basic Moisturisers
- Mass Anti-Agers
- Mass Lip Care
- Mass Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
- Mass Toners
- Mass Hand Care
- Mass Skin Care Sets/Kits
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- Mass Aftersun
- Mass Self-Tanning
- Mass Sun Protection
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- Dermocosmetics Baby and Child-specific Products
- Dermocosmetics Bath and Shower
- Dermocosmetics Colour Cosmetics
- Dermocosmetics Deodorants
- Dermocosmetics Fragrances
- Dermocosmetics Hair Care
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- Dermocosmetics Body Care
- Dermocosmetics Facial Care
- Dermocosmetics Hand Care
- Dermocosmetics Skin Care Sets/Kits
- Dermocosmetics Adult Sun Care
Beauty and Personal Care
This is the aggregation of baby and child-specific products, bath & shower, colour cosmetics, deodorants, depilatories, fragrances, hair care, men's grooming, oral care, skin care and sun care. Black market sales and travel retail are excluded.
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