Beauty and Personal Care

Sales of deodorants in Tunisia are generally supported by lower-income consumers who use these products not only as deodorants or antiperspirants but also as a substitute for fragrances. This is especially the case for deodorant sprays, which are…

Depilatories experienced a slowdown in total volume sales growth in 2023. This was mainly because rising prices and falling purchasing power prompted more Algerian women to try to save money by reverting to traditional home-made hair removal…

The depilatories category is slowly evolving though it remains fairly niche. Just like the category for men, razors continue to be the primary form of hair removal for most women in Cameroon. They are widely available, affordable and easy to use.…

Overall, depilatories saw strong current value growth in Egypt in 2023. Women’s razors and blades witnessed the best performance during the year due to the convenience provided by such products, which is becoming crucial in the context of fast-paced…

Depilatories in Kenya saw consumers shift away from traditional razors in 2023, with volume sales in women’s razors and blades continuing to decline. Concerns about cuts and injuries associated with mechanical hair removal methods have prompted a…

Recent years have seen Morocco’s female population become increasingly preoccupied with appearance and maintaining a feminine, attractive and well-groomed appearance is now considered essential, especially among younger consumer groups. This trend…

Depilatories in Nigeria still had quite low penetration at the end of the review period. Nonetheless, the category saw some development. Demand has largely been sustained over the review period, although there was some fluctuation due to the effects…

With South African consumers experiencing financial pressures in 2023 as the cost of living in the country increased, they searched for ways to reduce outgoings, including on depilatories. For many consumers, depilatories are essential, as shaving is…

Despite growing competition in the category and an important number of products available in the Tunisian market, local manufacturer Laboratoire Nihel maintained its position as the leading player in depilatories in value terms in 2022.

Fragrances saw growth in total volume and current value sales slow in 2023, with all categories recording poorer results than in 2022. The downturn was mainly attributable to stubbornly high inflation, which continued to place upward pressure on unit…

From modern grocery retailers to small local grocers, imported fragrances continue to dominate shelves. Despite the entry of more “Made in Cameroon” brands in the market such as Chouquette, Les Essences Bantu, Mboa, Extraits, Parfums Bonheur and…

Fragrances registered strong current value growth in Egypt in 2023, while sales volumes fell due to the huge increases in prices seen towards the end of the review period. These huge price increases occurred for several reasons. Most fragrances are…

Fragrances in Kenya recorded steady, though low, volume growth in 2023, with sales supported by heightened consumer awareness of grooming, as well as by increased incomes. However, inflation has led local consumers to shift from premium to…

Fragrances is seeing modest growth in the Middle East and Africa, albeit undermined by economic slowdown in core markets. However, demand for fragrances in the region has grown, in accordance with an overall positive trend in personal grooming,…

The economic crisis that Morocco continues to face had a significant negative impact on demand for fragrances over the course of 2022 as consumers curbed all non-essential spending amidst high inflation and a significant increase in the cost of…

The weak economy negatively affected the demand for fragrances in Nigeria in 2023. The depreciated local currency and high inflation forced high import costs and double-digit declines in retail volume sales of fragrances, with consumer purchasing…

Despite recording a positive performance in 2023, demand for fragrances in South Africa remained below pre-pandemic levels. This is because many local consumers continued to face economic pressures and prioritised essential beauty and personal care…

During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, sales of fragrances recorded steep declines in volume and stagnation in value terms. Government restrictions limited all social interactions and enforced considerable time at home. Given…

Slower growth, surging inflation, rising geopolitical risks and an accelerating deglobalisation trend are factors shaping the global economic, financial and trade landscape in 2022 and beyond. Despite the challenges, there are opportunities for…

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 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…

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered the most severe global recession since World War II. In Q4 2020, the end of the pandemic started as countries began administering effective vaccines among the population; however, vaccine distribution…

As the end of 2021 approaches, almost two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the emergence and rapid spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant has increased uncertainty and weakened the momentum of the global recovery. This series of quarterly reports…

Hair care was one of the better performing areas of the Algerian beauty and personal care market in 2023, in that total volume and current value growth rates were up slightly on 2022. This was mainly due to robust demand for standard shampoos and…

Hair breakages and scalp issues are some of the leading hair problems in Cameroon, which is why demand for conditioners and shampoos is on a growth trajectory. For scalp issues, dandruff is the main problem with the hot tropical climate in the…

Hair care saw current value growth in Egypt in 2023. The category witnessed declining volumes and significant increases in value due to a considerable increase in its prices, which rose by more than 40%. These prices increased for several reasons,…

Hair care in Kenya was home to the same trend towards naturalness found elsewhere in beauty and personal care in 2023. The increasing consumer demand for natural hair care products, and healthier, chemical-free lifestyles in general, is driving…

Hair care registered a positive performance in 2022 as consumers paid more attention to their appearance during the post-pandemic era. Both women and men are paying increasing attention to maintaining their look as socialising outside of the home…

A number of categories of hair care in Nigeria remain essential for local consumers. However, poor economic conditions led to a weak performance in 2023. Retail volume sales for all categories declined, while retail current value sales increased only…

There was a strong emphasis on natural ingredients within hair care in South Africa towards the end of the review period. An increasing number of consumers have moved away from potentially harmful chemicals in their hair care products and are…

Due to the economic crisis, the parallel market and smuggled products are increasing in Tunisia. One of the categories that is most affected by the presence of illicit trade is salon professional hair care. In 2022, the number of products illegally…

The mass segment remained dominant in beauty and personal care in Algeria in 2023, and continued to see total current value and volume sales increase at robust rates. This performance was underpinned by favourable demographic trends, rising…

The “Made in Cameroon” logo, one which started in the food industry, has rapidly gained traction and spread across other industries including beauty and personal care. As the Cameroonian government touted its import substitution policy in order to…

Mass beauty and personal care saw double-digit current value growth in Egypt in 2023 driven by the hard economic situation and the high rate of inflation, which reached more than 35%. The marked rise in prices, and lack of governmental control over…

Mass beauty and personal care in Kenya in 2023 saw demand driven largely by low- and mid-income consumers. Mass products’ relative affordability held high appeal given high inflation across 2022 and 2023, with budget-conscious consumers seeking out…

Mass fragrances registered a particularly strong performance as sales rebounded robustly over the course of 2022. The main driver of growth in the category is that many consumers are reverting to their pre-pandemic lifestyle habits and this has meant…

In 2023, mass beauty and personal care in Nigeria derived some traction from consumer incomes being impacted strongly in a weak economy. In general, consumers sought cheaper brands, especially for perceived essential categories like skin care. Mass…

Sales of mass beauty and personal care in South Africa continued to rise in 2023, with many consumers struggling with the cost of living. Cash-strapped consumers became stricter with their budgets, and reduced their shopping list for their beauty and…

Countless new products were developed by local industry players in Tunisia in 2022. The Tunisian beauty and personal care industry is endeavouring to compete with international players by launching new brands at affordable prices compared to imported…

Rising image-consciousness among male consumers in Algeria continued to support the positive development of men’s grooming in 2023. This shift remained most visible among younger demographics, who tend to be less conservative in their attitudes to…

In the past, be it in barber shops or at home, baby powders were the most common pre-shave products used with surgical spirits used as post-shave lotions to prevent bumps. These were cheaper alternatives coupled with the fact that the availability of…

Men’s grooming saw strong current value growth in Egypt in 2023, while volume sales fell slightly during the year. Growth was driven primarily by the fact that the prices of men's grooming products significantly increased. Reasons for these price…

Men’s grooming in Kenya in 2023 benefited from local men’s rising interest and greater investment in self-care and maintenance. Skin care has become a notable trend, enhanced by pandemic era when consumers were spending more time at home and paying…

Moroccan men are increasingly feeling the pressure to maintain strict personal hygiene and personal grooming routines as changes in society have placed far more emphasis on male beauty while encouraging men to pay attention to their appearance. This…

Like other categories of beauty and personal care, men’s grooming in Nigeria was negatively impacted by poor economic conditions in 2023. While the category grew in retail current value terms, retail volume sales and retail value (constant 2023…

Demand for men’s grooming in South Africa continued to rise in 2023. Since the pandemic, an increasing number of South African males have started to prioritise their skin care routines, including a greater shift towards using face masks. Men are not…

After two unprecedented years characterised by the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, 2022 proved to be a year of recovery for men’s grooming in Tunisia. Moreover, despite the economic crisis, men’s grooming in Tunisia remained attractive to many…

Total volume and current value growth rates for oral care in 2023 were down slightly on 2022. This was partly the result of increasing maturity, but mainly attributable to more cautious attitudes to spending among Algerians as high inflation…

The competitive environment in the oral care category in Cameroon is led by Colgate-Palmolive and Tropik Industries SA, the exclusive distributor of the Signal toothpaste and toothbrush in Cameroon. Colgate-Palmolive has intensified the competition…