Beauty and Personal Care

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries in Q4 2023 and 2024. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence remains among the key economies. Higher volatility in the energy markets and disruption of…

Rising costs of living pose challenges globally, but companies can find opportunities in several categories, essential and discretionary, especially in underpenetrated fast-growing markets. By considering category adjacencies and focusing on value,…

In the upcoming years, consumers and businesses face an array of challenges, with rising income inequality being among the key ones. Nevertheless, addressing the income inequality through catering to the Bottom of the Pyramid and the Middle Class…

People were finally able to travel in 2022, after almost two years of restrictions. Since the pandemic prevented individuals from leaving their homes, 2022 served as a year of travel for the populace. Recovery in the travel industry also encouraged…

People are becoming increasingly keen to care for their skin as they become more aware of the negative effects that pollution, stress, and lifestyle choices can have on skin health. Consumers in India are therefore increasingly turning to functional…

India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, with a large young population. Its rising GDP per capita is fuelling the growth of the economy. Real GDP in India continued to expand in 2022, recording 7% growth, outperforming the average…

With the rise of social media and the growing emphasis on beauty, individuals are increasingly striving for a bright, white smile. This trend has led to a shift in beauty standards, with whiter teeth becoming a desirable trait. As a result, consumers…

Men’s grooming in India has experienced inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions, impacting the availability and pricing of key commodities, particularly in men’s shaving. These challenges have been influenced by various factors, including…

The beauty and personal care industry in India continues to be dominated by mass products, as a large part of the consumer base in India is price-sensitive due to limited household incomes. Furthermore, as per Euromonitor’s Economies and Consumers…

In recent years, a fascinating trend took the beauty industry by storm – the “skinification” of hair. This is the trend of using skin care ingredients in hair care products, or applying the concepts of skin care in hair care, and recently there has…