With facial skincare accounting for 92% of the total skincare value market in China, demand for new product innovation in the beauty space has never been more important. And it seems that products incorporating a natural ingredients could stand to benefit – as new…
Chicago (March 13, 2013)-According to new research from Mintel Beauty & Personal Care on the dry shampoo market, a shower is no longer necessary when it’s time to suds up your hair. In fact, Mintel’s Global New Products Database (GNPD) found that in 2008,…
The US nail color and care market fared well during the economic slump, as women tightened their purse strings and turned to at-home nail care options versus the pricey spa alternatives. And it looks like the market has young women and…
While “made for men” beauty products are now mainstream, latest research from Mintel reveals that online retailing is the ultimate shopping channel for American men when it comes to beauty. Indeed, the ease and convenience features of shopping online appeal to some…
Chicago (October 30, 2012)-As we all know by now, sales in many categories declined during the recession, however over the counter (OTC) contraceptives have flourished. Sales reached $990 million in 2009, an 11.5% increase from the preceding year and have climbed to more than $1 billion in 2012. The boom…
While the men’s global perfume and fragrances market remains strong – driven by celebrity endorsement and associations with success, until recently, perceptions have remained fixed in China associating fragrance as a female-only category. However, according to new research from Mintel on the perfume…
“While consumers have no control over what happens with national economics, they can control their personal appearance and it seems that today, this is exactly what they are doing.” Indeed, according to latest research from Mintel into colour cosmetics, make-up displays just how recession-proof the…
Chicago (August 23, 2012)-Loyalty is lost when it comes to body care products. New research from Mintel reveals that nearly a quarter (23%) of those who use body care products at least once a week usually just buy what’s on sale. Not surprisingly,…
The high profile of product safety scandals in China continues to dent consumers’ confidence and loyalty in the hair care realm, as the market is repeatedly associated with chemical ingredients that are found to be toxic or carcinogenic. As a result, consumers are becoming more cautious when it comes to…
We may be gearing up for a summer of health and fitness, but new research from Mintel reveals that for many of the nation’s youngsters this may be more of a dream than reality as a staggering 34% of 16 to 24 year olds suffer from back pain. They should…
Chicago (July 24, 2012)-It’s clear that women make up the majority of salon customers (72% of women vs. 52% of men have used professional care services, according to latest Mintel research). However, a growing number of male-focused salons have men primed to increase…
Chicago (June 15, 2012) – The $2.3 billion (in 2011) US anti-aging skincare market has experienced substantial growth in the past five years, as women continue to clamor for the next advancement to stave off the signs of aging. While the desire…
