Kenya

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the consumer goods market in Sub-Saharan Africa, with recovery expected to take place over time. Consumers expenditure has been negatively affected, as value seeking consumers shift to essential products. The…

Kenya’s sun care market saw consumers shift in line with prevailing industry-wide trends in 2023, as demand for cruelty-free, eco-friendly, and natural and organic ingredients continued to rise. Consumers are also seeking multifunctional variants,…

Skin care saw Garnier introduce its green beauty concept in Kenya in 2023, addressing the rising demand for naturally sourced products. Garnier’s global president emphasised the brand's commitment to green science and sustainability during the launch…

Premium beauty and personal care in Kenya suffered from high inflation in 2023, continuing from 2022, leaving consumers with limited budgets – especially those in lower-income segments – and encouraging a shift away from premium-positioned products…

In 2023, Eezi Oral Hygiene Brands launched in oral care in Kenya, with toothpaste tablets in line with current environmental concerns. These tablets, activated by saliva and clinically approved, offer an eco-friendly and water-free oral care…