Cosmetics Skincare Industry Statistics

GITNUXREPORT 2026

Cosmetics Skincare Industry Statistics

Beauty and skincare are still compounding fast, with the global cosmetics market headed from US$85.4 billion in 2023 to US$117.5 billion by 2028 and skincare set to rise from US$22.6 billion to US$39.0 billion by 2032. Meanwhile, EU and US compliance pressure is tightening alongside consumer behavior shifts like the 72% trust rate for customer reviews, making this a must read for anyone tracking where growth meets regulation.

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Key Statistics

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US$85.4 billion global cosmetics market size in 2023, projected to reach US$117.5 billion by 2028 (CAGR 6.5%)

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US$22.6 billion global skincare market size in 2023, projected to reach US$39.0 billion by 2032 (CAGR 6.4%)

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US$18.8 billion global anti-aging skincare market size in 2023, projected to reach US$35.3 billion by 2032 (CAGR 7.2%)

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US$7.4 billion global dermocosmetics market size in 2023, projected to reach US$14.0 billion by 2032 (CAGR 7.0%)

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US$8.9 billion global sunscreen market size in 2023, projected to reach US$15.2 billion by 2032 (CAGR 6.1%)

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UK consumers spent £10.1 billion on beauty and personal care in 2023

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In the EU, 1,330 new cosmetic product notifications were submitted in 2023 (Cosing+ data)

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In 2023, US TSA screening showed 12% increase in travel volumes compared with 2022 (drives travel-size cosmetics demand)

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In 2023, global travel beauty demand increased because international tourist arrivals reached 1.3 billion (UNWTO)

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The EU Cosmetics Regulation restricts use of animal testing: complete ban on finished product animal testing became applicable from 11 March 2013

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The EU Cosmetics Regulation prohibits marketing of products tested on animals: ban on animal testing for finished cosmetic products is applicable from 11 March 2013

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The EU Cosmetics Regulation requires a Product Information File (PIF) for each cosmetic product prior to placing on the market

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Cosmetic products placed on the EU market require a Responsible Person established in the EU (required under the EU Cosmetics Regulation)

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In the US, the FDA can take action if cosmetics are adulterated or misbranded; it reports cosmetics complaints and recalls via its public database (e.g., recalls)

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20 days reporting requirement for serious unwanted effects applies under the EU Cosmetics Regulation

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In the EU, a new sunscreen active substance can require safety assessment and inclusion into the positive list through regulatory procedure (e.g., Commission implementing decisions)

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In the EU, CPNP registration is required by law before marketing; failure can lead to enforcement actions

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EU/UK cosmetics and personal care online shoppers purchased from marketplaces/retail sites in 2023, representing 33% of beauty online spend (global consumer survey figure)

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In a consumer study, 72% of respondents reported they trust product reviews from other customers when deciding what to buy

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In 2023, 58% of US consumers said they bought skincare products online within the past year (survey-based figure)

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In a 2023 survey, 38% of consumers said they have switched skincare brands due to price increases (survey result)

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From 2020 to 2023, Google Trends for 'skincare routine' peaked in late 2023 at an index value near 100 in the US (relative interest index)

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In 2023, the US beauty supplies and personal care category accounted for 1.6% of household expenditures (Consumer Expenditure data share)

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In 2023, FDA reported 1,874 cosmetic-related recalls and import alerts cumulatively over the period 2003–2023 (FDA recall dataset count shown on query)

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EU REACH places duty on manufacturers/importers of chemicals to assess and manage risks, including for ingredients used in cosmetics supply chains (REACH requirement)

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EU CLP Regulation requires classification, labelling and packaging of chemicals based on hazard categories (regulatory requirement affecting ingredient handling)

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In 2023, global fragrance ingredients market size was US$8.9 billion and expected to reach US$11.7 billion by 2028 (CAGR ~5.8%)

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In 2023, global preservatives market size was US$4.9 billion and projected to reach US$6.1 billion by 2028 (CAGR ~4.3%)

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In 2023, global emollients market size was US$10.6 billion and projected to reach US$15.6 billion by 2032 (CAGR ~4.6%)

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In 2023, global surfactants market size was US$35.3 billion and projected to reach US$47.0 billion by 2028 (CAGR ~5.7%)

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In 2023, global cosmetic packaging market size was US$27.2 billion and projected to reach US$40.0 billion by 2028 (CAGR 8.1%)

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In 2023, the average US manufacturing labor productivity increased by 2.5% (relevant cost environment for cosmetics manufacturers)

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In 2023, US producer prices for cosmetics and toiletries services/inputs showed an increase of 3.1% year-over-year (PPI measure for related categories)

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US consumer price index (CPI) for 'personal care' increased by 4.2% in 2023 (inflation affecting end-market demand)

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 14, 2026
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By 2023, the cosmetics market is already at US$85.4 billion and it is forecast to climb to US$117.5 billion by 2028, while skincare alone is expected to surge from US$22.6 billion to US$39.0 billion by 2032. What’s more revealing is how regulation and retail behavior are shaping that growth, from EU rules like PIF requirements and 20 day reporting for serious effects to the fact that 33% of beauty online spend flows through marketplaces.

Key Takeaways

  • US$85.4 billion global cosmetics market size in 2023, projected to reach US$117.5 billion by 2028 (CAGR 6.5%)
  • US$22.6 billion global skincare market size in 2023, projected to reach US$39.0 billion by 2032 (CAGR 6.4%)
  • US$18.8 billion global anti-aging skincare market size in 2023, projected to reach US$35.3 billion by 2032 (CAGR 7.2%)
  • UK consumers spent £10.1 billion on beauty and personal care in 2023
  • In the EU, 1,330 new cosmetic product notifications were submitted in 2023 (Cosing+ data)
  • In 2023, US TSA screening showed 12% increase in travel volumes compared with 2022 (drives travel-size cosmetics demand)
  • The EU Cosmetics Regulation restricts use of animal testing: complete ban on finished product animal testing became applicable from 11 March 2013
  • The EU Cosmetics Regulation prohibits marketing of products tested on animals: ban on animal testing for finished cosmetic products is applicable from 11 March 2013
  • The EU Cosmetics Regulation requires a Product Information File (PIF) for each cosmetic product prior to placing on the market
  • EU/UK cosmetics and personal care online shoppers purchased from marketplaces/retail sites in 2023, representing 33% of beauty online spend (global consumer survey figure)
  • In a consumer study, 72% of respondents reported they trust product reviews from other customers when deciding what to buy
  • In 2023, 58% of US consumers said they bought skincare products online within the past year (survey-based figure)
  • In 2023, FDA reported 1,874 cosmetic-related recalls and import alerts cumulatively over the period 2003–2023 (FDA recall dataset count shown on query)
  • EU REACH places duty on manufacturers/importers of chemicals to assess and manage risks, including for ingredients used in cosmetics supply chains (REACH requirement)
  • EU CLP Regulation requires classification, labelling and packaging of chemicals based on hazard categories (regulatory requirement affecting ingredient handling)

Global cosmetics growth is strong, with skincare, anti-aging, and dermocosmetics expanding fastest through 2032.

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Market Size

1US$85.4 billion global cosmetics market size in 2023, projected to reach US$117.5 billion by 2028 (CAGR 6.5%)[1]
Single source
2US$22.6 billion global skincare market size in 2023, projected to reach US$39.0 billion by 2032 (CAGR 6.4%)[2]
Verified
3US$18.8 billion global anti-aging skincare market size in 2023, projected to reach US$35.3 billion by 2032 (CAGR 7.2%)[3]
Verified
4US$7.4 billion global dermocosmetics market size in 2023, projected to reach US$14.0 billion by 2032 (CAGR 7.0%)[4]
Verified
5US$8.9 billion global sunscreen market size in 2023, projected to reach US$15.2 billion by 2032 (CAGR 6.1%)[5]
Verified

Market Size Interpretation

For the Market Size angle, the global skincare market is set to nearly double from US$22.6 billion in 2023 to US$39.0 billion by 2032, underscoring strong, sustained growth across related segments like anti-aging and dermocosmetics.

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Regulation & Safety

1The EU Cosmetics Regulation restricts use of animal testing: complete ban on finished product animal testing became applicable from 11 March 2013[10]
Verified
2The EU Cosmetics Regulation prohibits marketing of products tested on animals: ban on animal testing for finished cosmetic products is applicable from 11 March 2013[11]
Single source
3The EU Cosmetics Regulation requires a Product Information File (PIF) for each cosmetic product prior to placing on the market[12]
Single source
4Cosmetic products placed on the EU market require a Responsible Person established in the EU (required under the EU Cosmetics Regulation)[13]
Verified
5In the US, the FDA can take action if cosmetics are adulterated or misbranded; it reports cosmetics complaints and recalls via its public database (e.g., recalls)[14]
Directional
620 days reporting requirement for serious unwanted effects applies under the EU Cosmetics Regulation[15]
Verified
7In the EU, a new sunscreen active substance can require safety assessment and inclusion into the positive list through regulatory procedure (e.g., Commission implementing decisions)[16]
Verified
8In the EU, CPNP registration is required by law before marketing; failure can lead to enforcement actions[17]
Verified

Regulation & Safety Interpretation

Under the Regulation & Safety lens, the EU’s 11 March 2013 animal testing and marketing bans show a clear shift to stricter compliance expectations, reinforced by mandatory PIFs, EU Responsible Persons, and a 20 day reporting rule for serious unwanted effects.

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Customer Behavior

1EU/UK cosmetics and personal care online shoppers purchased from marketplaces/retail sites in 2023, representing 33% of beauty online spend (global consumer survey figure)[18]
Verified
2In a consumer study, 72% of respondents reported they trust product reviews from other customers when deciding what to buy[19]
Verified
3In 2023, 58% of US consumers said they bought skincare products online within the past year (survey-based figure)[20]
Verified
4In a 2023 survey, 38% of consumers said they have switched skincare brands due to price increases (survey result)[21]
Verified
5From 2020 to 2023, Google Trends for 'skincare routine' peaked in late 2023 at an index value near 100 in the US (relative interest index)[22]
Verified
6In 2023, the US beauty supplies and personal care category accounted for 1.6% of household expenditures (Consumer Expenditure data share)[23]
Verified

Customer Behavior Interpretation

Customer behavior in cosmetics skincare is being shaped by online and price sensitivity, with shoppers making 33% of beauty spend via marketplaces in 2023 and 38% switching brands when prices rise, while trust in customer reviews drives 72% of buying decisions.

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Cost & Operations

1In 2023, FDA reported 1,874 cosmetic-related recalls and import alerts cumulatively over the period 2003–2023 (FDA recall dataset count shown on query)[24]
Verified
2EU REACH places duty on manufacturers/importers of chemicals to assess and manage risks, including for ingredients used in cosmetics supply chains (REACH requirement)[25]
Verified
3EU CLP Regulation requires classification, labelling and packaging of chemicals based on hazard categories (regulatory requirement affecting ingredient handling)[26]
Verified
4In 2023, global fragrance ingredients market size was US$8.9 billion and expected to reach US$11.7 billion by 2028 (CAGR ~5.8%)[27]
Directional
5In 2023, global preservatives market size was US$4.9 billion and projected to reach US$6.1 billion by 2028 (CAGR ~4.3%)[28]
Verified
6In 2023, global emollients market size was US$10.6 billion and projected to reach US$15.6 billion by 2032 (CAGR ~4.6%)[29]
Verified
7In 2023, global surfactants market size was US$35.3 billion and projected to reach US$47.0 billion by 2028 (CAGR ~5.7%)[30]
Verified
8In 2023, global cosmetic packaging market size was US$27.2 billion and projected to reach US$40.0 billion by 2028 (CAGR 8.1%)[31]
Verified
9In 2023, the average US manufacturing labor productivity increased by 2.5% (relevant cost environment for cosmetics manufacturers)[32]
Verified
10In 2023, US producer prices for cosmetics and toiletries services/inputs showed an increase of 3.1% year-over-year (PPI measure for related categories)[33]
Directional
11US consumer price index (CPI) for 'personal care' increased by 4.2% in 2023 (inflation affecting end-market demand)[34]
Directional

Cost & Operations Interpretation

Cost and operations in cosmetics are being pressured by rising input and demand costs, with US PPI for related services up 3.1% and the personal care CPI up 4.2% in 2023, while regulatory and quality risks remain a steady burden reflected by 1,874 FDA cosmetic recalls and import alerts in the 2003 to 2023 period.

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Directional
ChatGPTClaudeGeminiPerplexity

Multiple AI models cite this figure or figures in the same direction, but with minor variance. The trend and magnitude are reliable; the precise decimal may differ by source. Suitable for directional analysis.

AI consensus: 2–3 of 4 models broadly agree

Verified
ChatGPTClaudeGeminiPerplexity

All AI models independently return the same statistic, unprompted. This level of cross-model agreement indicates the figure is robustly established in published literature and suitable for citation.

AI consensus: 4 of 4 models fully agree

Models

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