Beauty and Personal Care in Japan
Beauty and personal care in 2021: The big picture
What next for beauty and personal care?
Chart 1 Beauty and Personal Care Value Sales Growth Scenarios: 2019-2026
Chart 2 Beauty and Personal Care Impact of Soft Drivers on Value Sales: 2019-2026
Table 1 Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 2 Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 3 GBO Company Shares of Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 4 NBO Company Shares of Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 5 LBN Brand Shares of Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 6 Penetration of Private Label in Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value 2016-2021
Table 7 Distribution of Beauty and Personal Care by Format: % Value 2016-2021
Table 8 Distribution of Beauty and Personal Care by Format and Category: % Value 2021
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 10 Forecast Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Summary 1 Research Sources
Baby and Child-Specific Products in Japan
Return to decline as pandemic-induced spike in baby wipes ends
Higher-priced skin care products gain popularity
Baby and child-specific sun care fails to see any recovery in 2021
Baby and child-specific sun care and skin care will buck the declining trend
Baby and child-specific launches likely to follow similar trends to adult products
Prospects are not as bright for baby and child-specific hair care
Table 11 Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 12 Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 13 Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2016-2021
Table 14 NBO Company Shares of Baby and Child-specific Products: % Value 2017-2021
Table 15 LBN Brand Shares of Baby and Child-specific Products: % Value 2018-2021
Table 16 LBN Brand Shares of Baby and Child-specific Skin Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 17 LBN Brand Shares of Baby and Child-specific Sun Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 18 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Baby and Child-specific Products: % Value 2018-2021
Table 19 Forecast Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 20 Forecast Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2021-2026
Bath and Shower in Japan
Hand sanitisers sees changes in the competitive landscape during the pandemic
Bathing becomes a more popular pastime, boosting sales of bath additives
Rising prices contribute to value growth
Sales of liquid soap and hand sanitisers will remain above the 2019 level
Continued development set to drive growth in bath additives
Premiumisation to elevate the bathing experience
Table 22 Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 23 Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 24 Sales of Bath and Shower by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2016-2021
Table 25 NBO Company Shares of Bath and Shower: % Value 2017-2021
Table 26 LBN Brand Shares of Bath and Shower: % Value 2018-2021
Table 27 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Bath and Shower: % Value 2018-2021
Table 28 Forecast Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 29 Forecast Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Table 30 Forecast Sales of Bath and Shower by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2021-2026
Colour Cosmetics in Japan
COVID-19 leads to further decline for colour cosmetics, but prompts innovations
Eye make-up sees a comparatively better performance, due to mask-wearing
Colour cosmetics and fashion go hand-in-hand, leading to product launches
Online promotion will remain key
The competition in e-commerce is set to strengthen
Players that meet consumers’ increasingly specific needs will perform well
Table 31 Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 32 Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 33 NBO Company Shares of Colour Cosmetics: % Value 2017-2021
Table 34 LBN Brand Shares of Colour Cosmetics: % Value 2018-2021
Table 35 LBN Brand Shares of Eye Make-up: % Value 2018-2021
Table 36 LBN Brand Shares of Facial Make-up: % Value 2018-2021
Table 37 LBN Brand Shares of Lip Products: % Value 2018-2021
Table 38 LBN Brand Shares of Nail Products: % Value 2018-2021
Table 39 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Colour Cosmetics: % Value 2018-2021
Table 40 Forecast Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 41 Forecast Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Deodorants in Japan
COVID-19 and the cool summer prevent a rebound
Consumers move away from deodorant sprays to products with direct application
Scented products lose popularity
Full recovery likely to extend beyond the end of the forecast period
A focus on features other than odour control is expected
Encouraging year-round use and communication will be important for players
Table 42 Sales of Deodorants by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 43 Sales of Deodorants by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 44 Sales of Deodorants by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2016-2021
Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Deodorants: % Value 2017-2021
Table 46 LBN Brand Shares of Deodorants: % Value 2018-2021
Table 47 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Deodorants: % Value 2018-2021
Table 48 Forecast Sales of Deodorants by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 49 Forecast Sales of Deodorants by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Table 50 Forecast Sales of Deodorants by Premium Vs Mass: % Value 2021-2026
Depilatories in Japan
Women’s razors and blades returns to growth as consumers venture out
Sustainability is making its way into women’s razors and blades
Kai Corp educates consumers how to shave – but emphasises freedom to choose
Longer term return to decline due to falling population and frequency of use
Products tailored for facial care likely to be an area of focus
Players will continue to improve their sustainability and social values
Table 51 Sales of Depilatories by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 52 Sales of Depilatories by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 53 Sales of Women's Razors and Blades by Type: % Value Breakdown 2017-2021
Table 54 NBO Company Shares of Depilatories: % Value 2017-2021
Table 55 LBN Brand Shares of Depilatories: % Value 2018-2021
Table 56 Forecast Sales of Depilatories by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 57 Forecast Sales of Depilatories by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Fragrances in Japan
Return to growth as consumers try to lift their mood during home seclusion
Fragrance event is larger than ever, and demonstrates consumers’ interest
Natural products and line extensions are evident
Continued growth as players increase their customer base
Both online and offline experiences will be important moving forwards
More players likely to offer sustainable products and packaging
Table 58 Sales of Fragrances by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 59 Sales of Fragrances by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 60 NBO Company Shares of Fragrances: % Value 2017-2021
Table 61 LBN Brand Shares of Fragrances: % Value 2018-2021
Table 62 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Men's Fragrances: % Value 2018-2021
Table 63 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Women's Fragrances: % Value 2018-2021
Table 64 Forecast Sales of Fragrances by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 65 Forecast Sales of Fragrances by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Hair Care in Japan
Shift upmarket in basic hair care categories
Hair care products see new formats and specific benefits
Development of private label lines through collaborations
Scalp care expected to be an area of focus
Players will focus on care for grey hair due to the ageing population
Consumers will be more interested in products offering sustainable features
Table 66 Sales of Hair Care by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 67 Sales of Hair Care by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 68 Sales of Hair Care by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2016-2021
Table 69 NBO Company Shares of Hair Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 70 NBO Company Shares of Salon Professional Hair Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 71 LBN Brand Shares of Hair Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 72 LBN Brand Shares of Colourants: % Value 2018-2021
Table 73 LBN Brand Shares of Salon Professional Hair Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 74 LBN Brand Shares of Styling Agents: % Value 2018-2021
Table 75 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Hair Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 76 Forecast Sales of Hair Care by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 77 Forecast Sales of Hair Care by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Table 78 Forecast Sales of Hair Care by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2021-2026
Men's Grooming in Japan
Premium men’s fragrances performs particularly well
Delay of return to the office limits sales of men’s razors and blades
More launches and more active brand promotion
D2C brands likely to remain popular thanks to good communication
Segmentation to address specific needs set to continue
Return to growth for men’s razors and blades as lives normalise
Table 79 Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 80 Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 81 Sales of Men's Razors and Blades by Type: % Value Breakdown 2018-2021
Table 82 Sales of Men's Skin Care by Type: % Value Breakdown 2018-2021
Table 83 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Grooming: % Value 2017-2021
Table 84 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Grooming: % Value 2018-2021
Table 85 LBN Brand Shares of Men's Razors and Blades: % Value 2018-2021
Table 86 Forecast Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 87 Forecast Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Oral Care in Japan
Performances diverge, with products for hygiene and self-care faring well
Japanese consumers expand their oral care routine
Consumers look for disinfection and comprehensive oral care
Recognition of the importance of oral care to drive growth for less popular products
Differentiation and increasing usage occasions could be areas of opportunity
Catering to the switch from family-use products to personal use
Table 88 Sales of Oral Care by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 89 Sales of Oral Care by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 90 Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 91 Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 92 Sales of Toothpaste by Type: % Value Breakdown 2017-2021
Table 93 NBO Company Shares of Oral Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 94 LBN Brand Shares of Oral Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 95 LBN Brand Shares of Mouthwashes/Dental Rinses: % Value 2018-2021
Table 96 LBN Brand Shares of Toothpaste: % Value 2018-2021
Table 97 Forecast Sales of Oral Care by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 98 Forecast Sales of Oral Care by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Table 99 Forecast Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 100 Forecast Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Skin Care in Japan
Marginal rebound, but lack of inbound tourists still prevents a better performance
Cica is the new hot ingredient in skin care
Development of private label lines
Despite continued recovery, inbound demand may not return to its previous level
Cosmetic mixers likely to drive increased scrutiny of ingredients
The rise of dermocosmetics skin care is expected
Table 101 Sales of Skin Care by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 102 Sales of Skin Care by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 103 NBO Company Shares of Skin Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 104 LBN Brand Shares of Skin Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 105 LBN Brand Shares of Basic Moisturisers: % Value 2018-2021
Table 106 LBN Brand Shares of Anti-agers: % Value 2018-2021
Table 107 LBN Brand Shares of Firming/Anti-cellulite Body Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 108 LBN Brand Shares of General Purpose Body Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 109 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Skin Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 110 Forecast Sales of Skin Care by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 111 Forecast Sales of Skin Care by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Sun Care in Japan
Rebound to growth, but sales remain far lower than pre-pandemic
Consumers look for features in addition to UV protection
Format chosen depends on usage occasion
Dynamic growth will return sales to the pre-pandemic level by 2024
Environmental protection is a much-discussed topic
Although consumers want UV protection, they also want gentle formulae
Table 112 Sales of Sun Care by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 113 Sales of Sun Care by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 114 NBO Company Shares of Sun Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 115 LBN Brand Shares of Sun Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 116 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Adult Sun Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 117 Forecast Sales of Sun Care by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 118 Forecast Sales of Sun Care by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Premium Beauty and Personal Care in Japan
Premium beauty and personal care fails to rebound, although performances vary
Segmentation becomes more important in skin care
Areas of interest in the declining colour cosmetics category
Strong rebound due to the significant decline seen during the pandemic
Skin care moves to prevention rather than cure
Players become more eco-conscious, with the launch of more sustainable products
Table 119 Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 120 Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 121 NBO Company Shares of Premium Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 122 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 123 Forecast Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 124 Forecast Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026
Mass Beauty and Personal Care in Japan
Continued decline, although performances vary across categories
Changing competitive landscape in hand sanitisers, but not liquid soap
Oral hygiene considered important to prevent bad breath
Slow recovery, led by categories most negatively impacted by the pandemic
Opportunities for development in hand sanitiser and liquid soap
Corporate initiatives to address Sustainable Development Goals
Table 125 Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2016-2021
Table 126 Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2016-2021
Table 127 NBO Company Shares of Mass Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2017-2021
Table 128 LBN Brand Shares of Mass Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2018-2021
Table 129 Forecast Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2021-2026
Table 130 Forecast Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2021-2026