Beauty and Personal Care

Similar to other personal care staples, sales of products in the depilatories category were also impacted by the rising cost of living in 2023. According to Stats NZ, the cost of living for an average household in New Zealand increased by 7% over the…

Fragrances recorded modest retail value sales growth in 2023, whilst volume sales declined. Rising living costs and inflationary pressures were top of mind for consumers in 2023. As consumers tried to stretch their budgets to purchase everyday…

In 2023, retail value sales of hair care in New Zealand recorded negligible growth, while volume sales declined. According to data published by Stats NZ, the cost of living for an average household in New Zealand rose by 7% over the 12 months up to…

In 2023, well-established mainstream brands in mass beauty and personal care benefited from the complex economic environment. Households in New Zealand experienced large increases to living costs due to increases in interest payments and grocery food…

Men’s grooming in New Zealand saw a fall in both retail value and volume sales in 2023. There was little product innovation and there were few new product launches in men's grooming in 2023. Across most subcategories, mainstream brands continue to be…

In 2023, oral care sales in New Zealand recorded solid growth in both value and volume terms. Products such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, and mouthwash are considered a personal care staple by most consumers and are often included on grocery lists.…

Consumers in New Zealand were found to spend more cautiously in 2023 due to rising living costs, which limited growth in premium beauty and personal care. Many consumers found that they were spending more on everyday necessities and as a result were…

In 2023, retail value sales of skin care products recorded steady growth. This was largely driven by inflationary pressures, however, as volume sales were muted. Innovation has been a key driver of growth in skin care and recent product launches have…

In 2023, retail value sales of sun care products recorded modest growth. According to a study conducted by Cosmetics New Zealand in September 2022, the majority of New Zealanders have not adopted sunscreen in their daily routines. In the summer, the…

In 2023, baby and child-specific products in Australia experienced a further increase in value sales growth. Among these products, baby and child-specific sun care stood out with remarkable value growth. This surge can be attributed to Australian…

Bath and shower in Australia exhibited improved demand in 2023, following two consecutive years of retail volume declines. Product innovation played a significant role in driving category growth, as brands introduced new formulations and features to…

Despite facing significant cost-of-living pressures in 2023, beauty and personal care in Australia exhibited resilience amid economic challenges. This resilience was particularly evident in the premium segment, which recorded strong growth despite a…

In 2023, colour cosmetics in Australia experienced notable volume and value growth as consumers returned to pre-pandemic lifestyles, resulting in a further normalisation of daily routines. Within this category, lip products emerged as a standout,…

Just as consumers are tailoring their choice of fragrance to suit various occasions, they are now applying a similar approach to selecting deodorants in Australia. Rather than relying on one deodorant exclusively, local consumers are building…

Amid a cost-of-living crisis, consumer focus on value has heightened in Australia. There is growing demand for multifunctional products that offer both value and convenience. Recent product innovation in depilatories has focused on skin care…

Fragrances in Australia experienced a notable upsurge in demand throughout 2023, building upon the recovery observed the previous year. This growth trend was largely driven by pent-up demand resulting from the pandemic, as social activities resumed.…

Hair care in Australia experienced steady growth, driven by the ongoing skinification trend. The latter continued to influence category development, with an increasing number of hair care products incorporating premium skin care ingredients to…

Despite the persistent impact of cost-of-living pressures over 2023, beauty and personal care in Australia showed resilience. Local consumers did not necessarily reduce their purchases of beauty products but instead sought more affordable options.…

Men’s grooming in Australia has experienced significant value growth in recent years, fuelled by increasing awareness of men’s wellbeing and a greater focus on personal grooming and appearance. This trend is partly influenced by societal shifts and…

In 2023, oral care in Australia experienced a stabilisation in demand, with local consumers showing a growing interest in products that offer more than just basic oral hygiene benefits. One notable trend driving this shift is the increasing focus on…