As the number of consumers living urban lifestyles continues to grow around the globe, it seems that many are turning towards beauty products to protect themselves from the impact of pollution. Indeed, this is particularly the case in the APAC region, as new research from Mintel reveals that between 2011…
Whilst once it was the preserve of elite athletes including professional cyclists or swimmers, it seems that more men are plucking up the courage to achieve a hair-free body as new research from Mintel finds half (50%) of all Brits admit there is more pressure nowadays for…
Chicago (September 22, 2014)—While Black consumers love trying new products and experimenting with their appearance, they appear to under-index when it comes to anti-aging products. Indeed, just 36% of Black consumers (vs. 48% of White consumers) report using anti-aging facial moisturizers and four in 10 (41%) don’t use any type…
Haircare lightens up: Almost half of new haircare products carry brightening and illuminating claims
As Beyond Beauty opens its doors once again in Paris (9-11 September 2014) latest research from Mintel reveals the fastest growing global haircare claims for 2014 and finds that the market is increasingly aligning itself with the skincare sector. According to Mintel’s Global New Product Database (GNPD) Brightening and Illuminating…
Brazilian influence is resonating dramatically in the beauty and personal care category – and new research from Mintel reveals just how much influence it has. Indeed, only 10% of skincare launches inspired by Brazilian lifestyles and ingredients were actually released in Brazil, while 90% of Brazilian inspired products were launched…
Chicago (August 19, 2014)—It’s not just lip service–according to new research from Mintel, after experiencing a 2% decline from 2011-2013, the lip cosmetics segment posted gains of nearly 9% between 2012 and 2014, with sales poised to reach nearly $1.4 billion this year.
Whilst the use of prestige versus mass market cosmetics has been at the centre of many media disputes, Mintel’s latest research reveals that mass market colour cosmetic sales are set to hit £1 billion in 2014, with prestige sales additionally predicted to reach £552 million. With 93% of UK women…
Chicago (June 16, 2014)—Sometimes it’s not about what’s in your beauty products—but what isn’t, and this seems to be especially true of the skincare sector. High interest in ultra-gentle skincare is consistent with an overall category shift toward more products positioned as gentle or appropriate for sensitive skin. According to…
Chicago (May 9, 2014)—As one of the largest beauty and personal care markets in the world, Brazil is a key country for the global haircare market. New research from Mintel highlights that fact, revealing that Brazil accounted for 9% of all haircare product launches last year worldwide, ahead of the…
As one of the largest Beauty and Personal Care markets in the world Brazil is a key country for the global haircare market, indeed highlighting its importance, new research from Mintel reveals that Brazil accounted for 9% of all haircare products launches last year worldwide, ahead of the UK (8%)…
Chicago (February 10, 2014)—This Valentine’s Day, love will not be the only thing in the air, as consumers begin to express a desire for fragrances that offer more practical, unique benefits. While fragrances are part of a daily routine for some, new Mintel research…
As 2014 begins, Mintel identifies five key trends set to impact the consumer market across Asia Pacific. Overall, Mintel seeks to answer, “What will consumers be buying into in 2014?” Internationalism on the agenda Whether to share joy, like the…
