Beauty and Personal Care

Colour cosmetics in Denmark registered moderate retail volume and current value growth in 2023. Consumer demand rebounded strongly despite the economic downturn, rising energy costs and higher interest rates, which put pressure on discretionary…

Beauty and personal care in Denmark witnessed a mild improvement in current value growth during 2023. Although the Danish economy is doing well compared to many other European countries in terms of low unemployment and declining inflation, inflation…

Bath and shower in Denmark continued to see demand patterns normalise in 2023 following the dynamic sales increase caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Retail volume sales declined although overall consumption remained above pre-pandemic sales in…

Baby and child-specific products in Denmark continued to register positive current value growth in 2023, driven by price increases. Families continued to place a higher focus on children’s health, hygiene and safety standards, brought on by the…

Driven by rising costs of living and a desire for streamlined routines, Turkish consumers have increasingly been looking for skin care and sun care products that offer multiple benefits in 2023. This trend fuelled the demand for hybrid sun care…

Turkish consumers demonstrated a growing interest in advanced skin care regimens in 2023. This trend, exemplified by the popularity of "skin cycling," involves incorporating a wider variety of ingredients and product formats into daily routines.…

Premium beauty and personal care in Turkey experienced a strong year in 2023, with fragrances leading the growth surge. This category emerged as the largest and most dynamic segment within premium beauty and personal care. Several factors contributed…

Oral care in Turkey experienced positive growth in 2023, driven by a growing emphasis on essential hygiene products.

Men's grooming in Turkey experienced a surge in popularity in 2023, driven by a growing awareness of self-care and a shift in traditional gender norms. Gone are the days when men's grooming was considered a niche pursuit. Turkish men are becoming…

Mass beauty and personal care in Turkey thrived in 2023, driven by a consumer focus on value for money. This growth stemmed from several key trends.

Despite inflation showing signs of easing, the cost of hair care products continued to rise in Turkey in 2023. This economic pressure is impacting consumer spending habits. Many were forced to "trade down" to more affordable options, prioritising…

Driven by younger generations like Gen Z, a new fragrance philosophy emerged in Turkey in 2023 – the concept of a curated "fragrance wardrobe." Consumers are increasingly interested in owning a collection of scents that reflect their moods and…

Depilatories recorded double-digit growth in retail value terms in 2023. This strong increase was largely driven by price increases, however, as volume sales grew at a steadier pace. Depilatories are facing a two-pronged challenge when it comes to…

Deodorant sales in Turkey experienced significant growth in 2023, with retail value sales surging due to inflationary pressures, whilst volume sales grew at a steadier pace. The scorching summer of 2023 significantly boosted deodorant sales in…

Colour cosmetics in Turkey experienced a vibrant boom, with retail value sales skyrocketing in 2023. This surge in demand was largely driven by inflationary pressures, however, as volume growth was more muted. A high inflation rate and energy crisis…

The year 2023 presented a unique challenge for beauty and personal care in Turkey. Economic uncertainty, fuelled by rising prices and a slow GDP recovery, has led to a more cautious consumer. Consumers are adopting a more conservative approach to…

Bath and shower in Turkey experienced double-digit growth in 2023, This strong increase was largely due to inflationary pressures, however, as volume growth was more muted.

Baby and child-specific products in Turkey witnessed positive growth in 2023, fuelled by a wave of new product launches. A notable example is Bayer Türk Kimya Sanayi Ltd Sti's introduction of Bepanthol in two new subcategories: baby and…

Overall, in 2023, sun care in Switzerland posted positive, but slower than in 2022, retail volume and current value growth. Switzerland experienced three major heat waves in 2022, and the hours of sun exposure were significantly above the general…

Sun care in Sweden continues to bask in positive developments, fuelled by a return to travel and a warm, sunny summer in 2023. While weather fluctuations can impact consumption patterns, the overall trend towards sun protection remains strong.…