Sun Care

A slowdown in volume and current value growth rates for sun care in 2023 was partly explained by the further normalisation of consumption patterns following the robust rebound in sales that accompanied the easing of the pandemic and the ending of…

One might expect that sun care sales in Kenya would be stronger, considering the country’s hot climate. However, this category is one which is seeing dampened sales due to inflationary pressures. Indeed, some consumers do not perceive sun care as…

During 2022, the sun care category in Tunisia witnessed the launch of the first domestic, locally produced brand, Narcisse Sund. The product is locally produced and sold via pharmacies and retail e-commerce. Demand remains limited due to a lack of…

In 2022, the South African economy struggled in the wake of COVID-19, and consumers were faced with various price increases, thus leaving many with less disposable income, and people had to budget accordingly. Taking into account that many consumers…

The sun care category is notably seasonal. The demand for sunscreens is always at its peak during the summer, and this is when most sales occur. Indeed, it is very rare to find people buying sun protection products during the rest of the year.…

Sun care is a niche landscape that performs poorly when economic conditions are weak. With a poor economy during 2022, particularly with high inflation limiting consumer spending power, there was a decline in demand. Furthermore, since expatriates…

Sun care recorded another positive sales performance during 2022 as category continued to announce back from the seven year sales declines recorded at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic during 2020. However, it should be noted that there is still a…

In the Voice of the Industry series, Euromonitor connects with industry professionals to explore trends and innovations. This report focuses on the beauty and personal care industry, drawing on a survey of 800 professionals working in beauty and…