Beauty and Personal Care

Baby and child-specific product sales remained stagnant in 2023. Norwegian parents continue to favour a minimalist approach to baby hygiene, using as few products as possible. This translates to a preference for gentle, multi-functional washing…

Bath and shower in Norway experienced a decline in 2023, a natural correction following the surge witnessed during the pandemic. Heightened hygiene awareness during that time led to increased demand for products like liquid soap, bar soap, and hand…

Beauty and personal care in Norway is experiencing a sustained period of growth, fuelled by a continuation of pandemic-era spending habits. While a correction was anticipated in 2022 following the initial boom, it materialised as relatively modest…

The briefing introduces the Cities Households Necessities Spending Index. The index ranks 1,075 cities by household expenditure on non-discretionary items, namely food, housing, and clothing and footwear. This analysis focuses on 160 major cities.…

Unlike other beauty categories that experienced a correction after the pandemic boom, colour cosmetics in Norway have maintained a strong trajectory. Retail value sales recorded solid growth in current terms in 2023. This positive performance extends…