Beauty and Personal Care

In 2023, sun care in India saw robust double-digit retail current value growth, with sun protection remaining the only category with notable sales. Growth was significantly driven by the continued increase in outdoor activities and events. The rising…

In 2023, skin care in India continued to see robust retail current value growth, maintaining its double-digit growth momentum. A key driver of this growth was the increasing consumer focus on ingredients, with consumer awareness and knowledge driving…

Premium beauty and personal care in India experienced robust double-digit retail current value growth in 2023, driven by categories such as colour cosmetics, skin care, and deodorants. Both international and local premium brands capitalised on this…

Oral care in India experienced mid single-digit retail current value growth in 2023, driven by brands expanding their presence in rural markets, and targeting premiumisation in urban areas. Amongst the various categories within oral care, toothpaste…

Men’s grooming in India experienced substantial retail current value growth in 2023, fuelled by increasing awareness amongst men about grooming and personal care. Historically, men in India showed limited interest in grooming beyond basic hygiene.…

Mass beauty and personal care in India experienced robust retail current value growth in 2023, with a significant driver of sales being the integration of skin care ingredients across various categories. This trend, often referred to as…

Hair care in India maintained solid retail current value growth in 2023. Salon professional hair care showed robust growth for another year in 2023, surpassing the growth rates of all other hair care categories. This growth was driven by increasing…

Fragrances in India experienced significant retail current value growth in 2023, driven by several key factors which contributed to expanding the popularity and consumption of such products. As Indian consumers increasingly prioritise personal care…

Depilatories in India experienced substantial double-digit retail current value growth in 2023, finally surpassing the pre-pandemic sales figures. This surge can be attributed to the growing consumer inclination towards personal grooming as a…

Deodorants in India showed double-digit retail current value growth in 2023. Consumers are increasingly conscious about personal hygiene, driving demand for deodorants as an essential grooming product. Moreover, a growing desire for good health and…

In 2022, colour cosmetics in India successfully recovered from the impacts of the pandemic, setting the stage for a double-digit surge in retail current value growth in 2023. Post-COVID-19, skin care products were all the rage, overshadowing the…

In 2023, beauty and personal care in India exhibited substantial retail current value growth, and maintained momentum across all the main categories. Colour cosmetics, sun care, and fragrances were amongst the fastest growing categories, driven by…

In 2023, bath and shower in India experienced mid single-digit retail current value growth, particularly driven by intimate hygiene and body wash/shower gel, which saw the strongest growth rates within bath and shower. The surge in intimate hygiene…

Baby and child-specific products in India continued to see strong retail current value growth in 2023, despite the deceleration in the birth rate. Several factors are contributing to the declining birth rate in the country, including obesity, stress,…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries in Q4 2023 and 2024. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence remains among the key economies. Higher volatility in the energy markets and disruption of…

Rising costs of living pose challenges globally, but companies can find opportunities in several categories, essential and discretionary, especially in underpenetrated fast-growing markets. By considering category adjacencies and focusing on value,…

In the upcoming years, consumers and businesses face an array of challenges, with rising income inequality being among the key ones. Nevertheless, addressing the income inequality through catering to the Bottom of the Pyramid and the Middle Class…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. In 2023, global inflation is expected to ease from its peak in 2022, but remaining significantly above-trend. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market are…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…