GITNUXREPORT 2026

Retail Beauty Industry Statistics

The global beauty industry continues strong growth driven by shifting consumer values and key regions.

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Key Statistics

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Gen Z (18-24) represents 40% of global beauty consumers, with 62% prioritizing sustainability.

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68% of U.S. women aged 25-34 purchase beauty products online weekly.

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Millennials account for 36% of global luxury beauty spend, averaging $150/month.

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75% of Chinese beauty consumers are under 30, driving 60% of market growth.

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In India, 55% of beauty buyers are women aged 18-35 from urban areas.

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47% of men globally now buy grooming products, up from 37% in 2018.

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U.S. Black consumers spend 9x more on ethnic hair care than average.

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82% of Gen Alpha parents (for kids under 13) buy clean beauty for children.

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Europe: 60% of beauty shoppers aged 35-54 prefer natural ingredients.

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In Brazil, 70% of consumers aged 16-24 use social media for beauty discovery.

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Global: 41% of beauty consumers are male, with 25-34 age group leading at 18%.

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U.K. Boomers (55+) contribute 28% of beauty sales, spending £200/year avg.

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Asia: 65% of beauty buyers influenced by K-beauty trends, mostly women 20-29.

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U.S. Hispanic consumers represent 20% of beauty market, growing 15% YoY.

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56% of global teens (13-17) use TikTok for beauty tutorials daily.

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France: 72% of women over 50 invest in anti-aging products monthly.

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India rural consumers (40% of market) aged 25-40 prefer affordable mass brands.

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69% of LGBTQ+ consumers prioritize inclusive beauty brands.

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Australia: 50% of men aged 18-34 buy skincare, up 20% since 2020.

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China: Tier 2/3 cities consumers (60% growth) aged 18-28 drive mid-market.

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Global: 78% of beauty influencers' followers are women 18-34.

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U.S. Asian consumers spend 30% more on skincare than average.

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63% of European Gen Z read ingredient labels before purchase.

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South Korea: 80% of consumers aged 20-39 follow beauty routines with 10+ steps.

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Mexico: 55% of beauty spend from households with children under 18.

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45% of global beauty consumers aged 35+ seek personalized products.

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U.S.: 52% of low-income consumers (under $30k) buy beauty weekly.

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Japan: Elderly women (65+) account for 25% of premium skincare sales.

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E-commerce accounted for 26% of global beauty sales in 2023, reaching $140 billion.

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U.S. online beauty sales $30 billion in 2023, 25% of total retail.

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Amazon captured 38% of U.S. online beauty market share in 2023.

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Sephora omnichannel sales grew 20% YoY to $12 billion in 2023.

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China Tmall/JD.com beauty GMV RMB 200 billion in 2023.

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Global beauty DTC brands sales $15 billion in 2023, up 30%.

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Ulta Beauty app drove 40% of its $11.3 billion sales in 2023.

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Europe offline department stores 45% beauty sales share in 2023.

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India Nykaa online platform 50% market share, INR 5,000 crore GMV 2023.

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CVS/Walgreens mass beauty sales $8 billion combined 2023.

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TikTok Shop beauty sales $1 billion globally in first year 2023.

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L'Oréal e-commerce 28% of total sales €10 billion in 2023.

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Korea Olive Young stores 1,500+ outlets, 70% sales from beauty 2023.

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Global beauty subscription boxes $2.5 billion revenue 2023.

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Walmart U.S. beauty sales $6 billion 2023, 15% online.

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Shopee/Lazada SEA beauty GMV $5 billion 2023.

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Estée Lauder travel retail $4 billion 2023, airports/duty-free 60%.

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Boots U.K. 2,200 stores, £2.5 billion beauty sales 2023.

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Pinduoduo China live-stream beauty sales RMB 50 billion 2023.

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Target U.S. beauty category $4.2 billion 2023, Ulta partnership boost.

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Mercado Libre LatAm beauty sales $1.8 billion 2023.

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Coty e-commerce 25% sales growth to $2 billion 2023.

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Superdrug U.K. online 30% of £1.3 billion beauty sales 2023.

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Flipkart India beauty GMV INR 3,000 crore 2023.

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Douglas Europe 1,800 stores, €4.5 billion sales 2023.

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The global beauty and personal care market was valued at USD 542.07 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 673.82 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 3.1%.

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In 2023, the U.S. beauty market generated over $100 billion in retail sales, marking a 14% increase from 2022.

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Asia-Pacific held 40.5% revenue share of the global beauty market in 2023, driven by rising disposable incomes in China and India.

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The prestige beauty segment worldwide reached €92 billion in sales in 2023, up 11% year-over-year.

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North America's beauty and personal care market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2024 to 2030, reaching USD 150 billion.

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Global cosmetics market size was USD 262.93 billion in 2022, projected to reach USD 341.4 billion by 2030 at CAGR 3.3%.

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Europe beauty market revenue stood at €85 billion in 2023, with skincare contributing 35%.

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The clean beauty market globally was valued at $7.6 billion in 2022 and expected to grow to $22 billion by 2027 at CAGR 23.9%.

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U.S. prestige beauty sales hit $22.4 billion in 2023, a 14% YoY increase.

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Latin America beauty market grew 8.5% in 2023 to $45 billion, led by Brazil.

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Middle East & Africa beauty market valued at $30 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.8% forecast to 2028.

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China's beauty market reached RMB 520 billion in 2023, up 10% YoY.

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India beauty market size was INR 2.2 trillion in FY2023, projected to INR 3.5 trillion by 2028.

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Global hair care market revenue $88.7 billion in 2023, expected $118.1 billion by 2030.

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Fragrance market worldwide valued at $52.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.9% to 2030.

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Men's grooming market global size $81.3 billion in 2023, to $125.8 billion by 2032.

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Organic beauty products market $11.5 billion in 2022, projected $25.1 billion by 2031 at CAGR 9.1%.

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Luxury beauty market in Asia-Pacific grew 12% in 2023 to $35 billion.

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U.K. beauty market sales £11.2 billion in 2023, up 6%.

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Australia beauty industry revenue AUD 11 billion in 2023.

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South Korea cosmetics exports hit $10.6 billion in 2023.

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Global nail care market $14.4 billion in 2023, to $24.5 billion by 2032.

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Body care market worldwide $65 billion in 2023, CAGR 4.5% forecast.

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Vegan beauty market size $20.8 billion in 2023, expected $51.6 billion by 2033.

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Japan beauty market ¥2.6 trillion in 2023, slight decline due to yen weakness.

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Brazil beauty market R$ 47 billion in 2023, largest in Latin America.

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Global color cosmetics market $34.4 billion in 2023, to $52.5 billion by 2030.

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Skincare market revenue $154 billion globally in 2023.

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U.S. mass beauty market sales $46 billion in 2023.

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Southeast Asia beauty market $35 billion in 2023, CAGR 7% to 2028.

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Skincare holds 40% of global beauty market share, with facial care at $80 billion in 2023.

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Makeup/color cosmetics segment revenue $38 billion in U.S. 2023, lip products 25% share.

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Hair care products global market $102 billion in 2023, colorants 22%.

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Fragrances worldwide $52 billion in 2023, perfumes 65% of segment.

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Men's grooming skincare sub-segment $15 billion globally 2023.

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Clean beauty skincare $4.2 billion in 2023, serums leading at 30%.

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Nail care market $18.2 billion 2023, gel polishes 18% growth.

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Body care/lotions $70 billion globally 2023, anti-cellulite 12% share.

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Oral care within beauty $45 billion 2023, whitening products 35%.

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Sun care products $12.5 billion 2023, SPF50+ 40% market.

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Organic skincare $22 billion 2023, facial masks 25% segment share.

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Eye makeup $14 billion global 2023, mascara leading at 28%.

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Shampoo market $40 billion 2023, anti-dandruff 20%.

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Anti-aging creams $58 billion 2023, retinol-based 15% growth.

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Lip care $8.5 billion 2023, balms/tints 45% share.

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Deodorants $25 billion global 2023, natural variants 22%.

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Facial cleansers $15 billion 2023, micellar water 30%.

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Hair styling $28 billion 2023, sprays/gels 35%.

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Vegan makeup $6.8 billion 2023, foundations 25%.

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Bath & shower $35 billion 2023, shower gels 40%.

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BB/CC creams $4.2 billion Asia 2023, 60% market share there.

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Exfoliators/scrubs $10 billion 2023, chemical peels 18%.

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Perfume eau de parfum $30 billion 2023, niche scents 15% growth.

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Moisturizers $45 billion 2023, day creams 55%.

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Beard care $3.5 billion 2023, oils/balms 40%.

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Sheet masks $2.8 billion 2023, Asia 80% share.

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Color hair dyes $25 billion 2023, permanent 60%.

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Setting sprays $1.2 billion 2023, long-wear 25% growth.

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65% of global brands launched sustainable packaging in 2023.

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Clean beauty sales grew 18% YoY to $24 billion globally in 2023.

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78% of consumers prefer brands with recyclable beauty packaging.

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Vegan beauty products up 29% in sales 2023, 15% of market.

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52% growth in refillable beauty packaging launches 2023.

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AI personalization tools adopted by 40% of top beauty brands 2023.

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Inclusivity: 70% of new foundations cover 40+ shades in 2023.

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Wellness beauty (sleep, adaptogens) segment $7 billion 2023.

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85% of Gen Z demand cruelty-free certifications.

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Blue beauty (ocean-safe) products launched 200+ in 2023.

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Skinimalism trend: 60% consumers use 5 or fewer products daily 2023.

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Biotech ingredients in 25% new skincare launches 2023.

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45% brands reduced plastic use by 20% avg in packaging 2023.

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AR try-on tools used by 50 million consumers monthly 2023.

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Gender-neutral products 30% of new launches 2023.

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Circularity: 15% beauty sales from refill models 2023.

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Neurocosmetics market $18 billion projected by 2028, 12% CAGR from 2023.

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92% Chinese consumers want transparent supply chains.

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Layer 8 trend (tech-skin link) in 35% skincare ads 2023.

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Carbon-neutral claims on 22% premium beauty products 2023.

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Multi-functional hybrids (moisturizer+sunscreen) 40% growth 2023.

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67% prefer waterless beauty formulations.

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Postbiotics in skincare up 50% launches 2023.

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55% brands partner with influencers for sustainability messaging.

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EWG Verified products sales doubled to $1 billion 2023.

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Regenerative agriculture sourcing in 18% natural brands 2023.

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Forget the classic red lip—the new universal shade of success is a staggering $542 billion global market that proves beauty isn't just skin deep, but an economic powerhouse reshaping retail.

Key Takeaways

  • The global beauty and personal care market was valued at USD 542.07 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 673.82 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 3.1%.
  • In 2023, the U.S. beauty market generated over $100 billion in retail sales, marking a 14% increase from 2022.
  • Asia-Pacific held 40.5% revenue share of the global beauty market in 2023, driven by rising disposable incomes in China and India.
  • Gen Z (18-24) represents 40% of global beauty consumers, with 62% prioritizing sustainability.
  • 68% of U.S. women aged 25-34 purchase beauty products online weekly.
  • Millennials account for 36% of global luxury beauty spend, averaging $150/month.
  • Skincare holds 40% of global beauty market share, with facial care at $80 billion in 2023.
  • Makeup/color cosmetics segment revenue $38 billion in U.S. 2023, lip products 25% share.
  • Hair care products global market $102 billion in 2023, colorants 22%.
  • E-commerce accounted for 26% of global beauty sales in 2023, reaching $140 billion.
  • U.S. online beauty sales $30 billion in 2023, 25% of total retail.
  • Amazon captured 38% of U.S. online beauty market share in 2023.
  • 65% of global brands launched sustainable packaging in 2023.
  • Clean beauty sales grew 18% YoY to $24 billion globally in 2023.
  • 78% of consumers prefer brands with recyclable beauty packaging.

The global beauty industry continues strong growth driven by shifting consumer values and key regions.

Consumer Demographics

1Gen Z (18-24) represents 40% of global beauty consumers, with 62% prioritizing sustainability.
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268% of U.S. women aged 25-34 purchase beauty products online weekly.
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3Millennials account for 36% of global luxury beauty spend, averaging $150/month.
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475% of Chinese beauty consumers are under 30, driving 60% of market growth.
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5In India, 55% of beauty buyers are women aged 18-35 from urban areas.
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647% of men globally now buy grooming products, up from 37% in 2018.
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7U.S. Black consumers spend 9x more on ethnic hair care than average.
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882% of Gen Alpha parents (for kids under 13) buy clean beauty for children.
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9Europe: 60% of beauty shoppers aged 35-54 prefer natural ingredients.
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10In Brazil, 70% of consumers aged 16-24 use social media for beauty discovery.
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11Global: 41% of beauty consumers are male, with 25-34 age group leading at 18%.
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12U.K. Boomers (55+) contribute 28% of beauty sales, spending £200/year avg.
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13Asia: 65% of beauty buyers influenced by K-beauty trends, mostly women 20-29.
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14U.S. Hispanic consumers represent 20% of beauty market, growing 15% YoY.
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1556% of global teens (13-17) use TikTok for beauty tutorials daily.
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16France: 72% of women over 50 invest in anti-aging products monthly.
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17India rural consumers (40% of market) aged 25-40 prefer affordable mass brands.
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1869% of LGBTQ+ consumers prioritize inclusive beauty brands.
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19Australia: 50% of men aged 18-34 buy skincare, up 20% since 2020.
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20China: Tier 2/3 cities consumers (60% growth) aged 18-28 drive mid-market.
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21Global: 78% of beauty influencers' followers are women 18-34.
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22U.S. Asian consumers spend 30% more on skincare than average.
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2363% of European Gen Z read ingredient labels before purchase.
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24South Korea: 80% of consumers aged 20-39 follow beauty routines with 10+ steps.
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25Mexico: 55% of beauty spend from households with children under 18.
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2645% of global beauty consumers aged 35+ seek personalized products.
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27U.S.: 52% of low-income consumers (under $30k) buy beauty weekly.
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28Japan: Elderly women (65+) account for 25% of premium skincare sales.
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Consumer Demographics Interpretation

To survive and thrive, the modern beauty industry must cater to a kaleidoscope of identities—from Gen Z's eco-obsessed TikTok enthusiasts and the millennial luxury spenders to the booming influence of male grooming, the untapped power of rural markets, and the enduring loyalty of older consumers—all while mastering the art of personalization at a global scale.

Distribution Channels

1E-commerce accounted for 26% of global beauty sales in 2023, reaching $140 billion.
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2U.S. online beauty sales $30 billion in 2023, 25% of total retail.
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3Amazon captured 38% of U.S. online beauty market share in 2023.
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4Sephora omnichannel sales grew 20% YoY to $12 billion in 2023.
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5China Tmall/JD.com beauty GMV RMB 200 billion in 2023.
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6Global beauty DTC brands sales $15 billion in 2023, up 30%.
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7Ulta Beauty app drove 40% of its $11.3 billion sales in 2023.
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8Europe offline department stores 45% beauty sales share in 2023.
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9India Nykaa online platform 50% market share, INR 5,000 crore GMV 2023.
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10CVS/Walgreens mass beauty sales $8 billion combined 2023.
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11TikTok Shop beauty sales $1 billion globally in first year 2023.
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12L'Oréal e-commerce 28% of total sales €10 billion in 2023.
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13Korea Olive Young stores 1,500+ outlets, 70% sales from beauty 2023.
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14Global beauty subscription boxes $2.5 billion revenue 2023.
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15Walmart U.S. beauty sales $6 billion 2023, 15% online.
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16Shopee/Lazada SEA beauty GMV $5 billion 2023.
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17Estée Lauder travel retail $4 billion 2023, airports/duty-free 60%.
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18Boots U.K. 2,200 stores, £2.5 billion beauty sales 2023.
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19Pinduoduo China live-stream beauty sales RMB 50 billion 2023.
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20Target U.S. beauty category $4.2 billion 2023, Ulta partnership boost.
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21Mercado Libre LatAm beauty sales $1.8 billion 2023.
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22Coty e-commerce 25% sales growth to $2 billion 2023.
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23Superdrug U.K. online 30% of £1.3 billion beauty sales 2023.
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24Flipkart India beauty GMV INR 3,000 crore 2023.
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25Douglas Europe 1,800 stores, €4.5 billion sales 2023.
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Distribution Channels Interpretation

The beauty industry has fragmented into a global mosaic where the battle for your vanity is fought equally by e-commerce giants, DTC insurgents, and omnichannel veterans, proving that while trends are fleeting, the enduring power lies in being everywhere your customer looks.

Market Size & Revenue

1The global beauty and personal care market was valued at USD 542.07 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 673.82 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 3.1%.
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2In 2023, the U.S. beauty market generated over $100 billion in retail sales, marking a 14% increase from 2022.
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3Asia-Pacific held 40.5% revenue share of the global beauty market in 2023, driven by rising disposable incomes in China and India.
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4The prestige beauty segment worldwide reached €92 billion in sales in 2023, up 11% year-over-year.
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5North America's beauty and personal care market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2024 to 2030, reaching USD 150 billion.
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6Global cosmetics market size was USD 262.93 billion in 2022, projected to reach USD 341.4 billion by 2030 at CAGR 3.3%.
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7Europe beauty market revenue stood at €85 billion in 2023, with skincare contributing 35%.
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8The clean beauty market globally was valued at $7.6 billion in 2022 and expected to grow to $22 billion by 2027 at CAGR 23.9%.
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9U.S. prestige beauty sales hit $22.4 billion in 2023, a 14% YoY increase.
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10Latin America beauty market grew 8.5% in 2023 to $45 billion, led by Brazil.
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11Middle East & Africa beauty market valued at $30 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.8% forecast to 2028.
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12China's beauty market reached RMB 520 billion in 2023, up 10% YoY.
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13India beauty market size was INR 2.2 trillion in FY2023, projected to INR 3.5 trillion by 2028.
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14Global hair care market revenue $88.7 billion in 2023, expected $118.1 billion by 2030.
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15Fragrance market worldwide valued at $52.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.9% to 2030.
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16Men's grooming market global size $81.3 billion in 2023, to $125.8 billion by 2032.
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17Organic beauty products market $11.5 billion in 2022, projected $25.1 billion by 2031 at CAGR 9.1%.
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18Luxury beauty market in Asia-Pacific grew 12% in 2023 to $35 billion.
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19U.K. beauty market sales £11.2 billion in 2023, up 6%.
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20Australia beauty industry revenue AUD 11 billion in 2023.
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21South Korea cosmetics exports hit $10.6 billion in 2023.
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22Global nail care market $14.4 billion in 2023, to $24.5 billion by 2032.
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23Body care market worldwide $65 billion in 2023, CAGR 4.5% forecast.
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24Vegan beauty market size $20.8 billion in 2023, expected $51.6 billion by 2033.
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25Japan beauty market ¥2.6 trillion in 2023, slight decline due to yen weakness.
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26Brazil beauty market R$ 47 billion in 2023, largest in Latin America.
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27Global color cosmetics market $34.4 billion in 2023, to $52.5 billion by 2030.
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28Skincare market revenue $154 billion globally in 2023.
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29U.S. mass beauty market sales $46 billion in 2023.
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30Southeast Asia beauty market $35 billion in 2023, CAGR 7% to 2028.
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Market Size & Revenue Interpretation

We are collectively and expensively terrified of mortality, as proven by the $542 billion we spent last year painting, perfuming, and primping our fragile bodies in a global market growing steadily from Omaha to Osaka.

Product Segments

1Skincare holds 40% of global beauty market share, with facial care at $80 billion in 2023.
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2Makeup/color cosmetics segment revenue $38 billion in U.S. 2023, lip products 25% share.
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3Hair care products global market $102 billion in 2023, colorants 22%.
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4Fragrances worldwide $52 billion in 2023, perfumes 65% of segment.
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5Men's grooming skincare sub-segment $15 billion globally 2023.
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6Clean beauty skincare $4.2 billion in 2023, serums leading at 30%.
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7Nail care market $18.2 billion 2023, gel polishes 18% growth.
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8Body care/lotions $70 billion globally 2023, anti-cellulite 12% share.
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9Oral care within beauty $45 billion 2023, whitening products 35%.
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10Sun care products $12.5 billion 2023, SPF50+ 40% market.
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11Organic skincare $22 billion 2023, facial masks 25% segment share.
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12Eye makeup $14 billion global 2023, mascara leading at 28%.
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13Shampoo market $40 billion 2023, anti-dandruff 20%.
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14Anti-aging creams $58 billion 2023, retinol-based 15% growth.
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15Lip care $8.5 billion 2023, balms/tints 45% share.
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16Deodorants $25 billion global 2023, natural variants 22%.
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17Facial cleansers $15 billion 2023, micellar water 30%.
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18Hair styling $28 billion 2023, sprays/gels 35%.
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19Vegan makeup $6.8 billion 2023, foundations 25%.
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20Bath & shower $35 billion 2023, shower gels 40%.
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21BB/CC creams $4.2 billion Asia 2023, 60% market share there.
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22Exfoliators/scrubs $10 billion 2023, chemical peels 18%.
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23Perfume eau de parfum $30 billion 2023, niche scents 15% growth.
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24Moisturizers $45 billion 2023, day creams 55%.
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25Beard care $3.5 billion 2023, oils/balms 40%.
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26Sheet masks $2.8 billion 2023, Asia 80% share.
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27Color hair dyes $25 billion 2023, permanent 60%.
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28Setting sprays $1.2 billion 2023, long-wear 25% growth.
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Product Segments Interpretation

The global beauty industry is a titan fueled by our collective pursuit of perfection, with skincare reigning as a $80 billion facial obsession while we simultaneously spend billions trying to wash, spray, and scrub everything else.

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    EUROMONITOR
    euromonitor.com

    euromonitor.com

  • MORDORINTELLIGENCE logo
    Reference 9
    MORDORINTELLIGENCE
    mordorintelligence.com

    mordorintelligence.com

  • CHINADAILY logo
    Reference 10
    CHINADAILY
    chinadaily.com.cn

    chinadaily.com.cn

  • IBEF logo
    Reference 11
    IBEF
    ibef.org

    ibef.org

  • PRECEDENCERESEARCH logo
    Reference 12
    PRECEDENCERESEARCH
    precedenceresearch.com

    precedenceresearch.com

  • TRANSPARENCYMARKETRESEARCH logo
    Reference 13
    TRANSPARENCYMARKETRESEARCH
    transparencymarketresearch.com

    transparencymarketresearch.com

  • BAIN logo
    Reference 14
    BAIN
    bain.com

    bain.com

  • MINTEL logo
    Reference 15
    MINTEL
    mintel.com

    mintel.com

  • IBISWORLD logo
    Reference 16
    IBISWORLD
    ibisworld.com

    ibisworld.com

  • K-BEAUTYNEWS logo
    Reference 17
    K-BEAUTYNEWS
    k-beautynews.com

    k-beautynews.com

  • MARKETRESEARCHFUTURE logo
    Reference 18
    MARKETRESEARCHFUTURE
    marketresearchfuture.com

    marketresearchfuture.com

  • FUTUREMARKETINSIGHTS logo
    Reference 19
    FUTUREMARKETINSIGHTS
    futuremarketinsights.com

    futuremarketinsights.com

  • YOMIURI logo
    Reference 20
    YOMIURI
    yomiuri.co.jp

    yomiuri.co.jp

  • ABIHPEC logo
    Reference 21
    ABIHPEC
    abihpec.org.br

    abihpec.org.br

  • GWI logo
    Reference 22
    GWI
    gwi.com

    gwi.com

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    Reference 23
    COSMETICSDESIGN-ASIA
    cosmeticsdesign-asia.com

    cosmeticsdesign-asia.com

  • KENRESEARCH logo
    Reference 24
    KENRESEARCH
    kenresearch.com

    kenresearch.com

  • EMARKETER logo
    Reference 25
    EMARKETER
    emarketer.com

    emarketer.com

  • KOREATIMES logo
    Reference 26
    KOREATIMES
    koreatimes.co.kr

    koreatimes.co.kr

  • PWC logo
    Reference 27
    PWC
    pwc.com

    pwc.com

  • NIKKEI logo
    Reference 28
    NIKKEI
    nikkei.com

    nikkei.com

  • DIGITALCOMMERCE360 logo
    Reference 29
    DIGITALCOMMERCE360
    digitalcommerce360.com

    digitalcommerce360.com

  • SEPHORA logo
    Reference 30
    SEPHORA
    sephora.com

    sephora.com

  • ALIZILA logo
    Reference 31
    ALIZILA
    alizila.com

    alizila.com

  • INVESTOR logo
    Reference 32
    INVESTOR
    investor.ulta.com

    investor.ulta.com

  • NYKAA logo
    Reference 33
    NYKAA
    nykaa.com

    nykaa.com

  • BUSINESSOFAPPS logo
    Reference 34
    BUSINESSOFAPPS
    businessofapps.com

    businessofapps.com

  • LOREAL-FINANCE logo
    Reference 35
    LOREAL-FINANCE
    loreal-finance.com

    loreal-finance.com

  • CJOLIVEYOUNG logo
    Reference 36
    CJOLIVEYOUNG
    cjoliveyoung.com

    cjoliveyoung.com

  • CORPORATE logo
    Reference 37
    CORPORATE
    corporate.walmart.com

    corporate.walmart.com

  • ELCOMPANIES logo
    Reference 38
    ELCOMPANIES
    elcompanies.com

    elcompanies.com

  • BOOTS-UK logo
    Reference 39
    BOOTS-UK
    boots-uk.com

    boots-uk.com

  • CHINAINTERNETWATCH logo
    Reference 40
    CHINAINTERNETWATCH
    chinainternetwatch.com

    chinainternetwatch.com

  • CORPORATE logo
    Reference 41
    CORPORATE
    corporate.target.com

    corporate.target.com

  • INVESTOR logo
    Reference 42
    INVESTOR
    investor.mercadolibre.com

    investor.mercadolibre.com

  • INVESTORS logo
    Reference 43
    INVESTORS
    investors.coty.com

    investors.coty.com

  • SUPERDRUG logo
    Reference 44
    SUPERDRUG
    superdrug.com

    superdrug.com

  • WALMART logo
    Reference 45
    WALMART
    walmart.com

    walmart.com

  • CORPORATE logo
    Reference 46
    CORPORATE
    corporate.douglas.de

    corporate.douglas.de

  • THEVEGAN SOCIETY logo
    Reference 47
    THEVEGAN SOCIETY
    thevegan society.com

    thevegan society.com

  • COSMETICSDESIGN logo
    Reference 48
    COSMETICSDESIGN
    cosmeticsdesign.com

    cosmeticsdesign.com

  • COSMETICSANDTOILETRIES logo
    Reference 49
    COSMETICSANDTOILETRIES
    cosmeticsandtoiletries.com

    cosmeticsandtoiletries.com

  • IN-COSMETICS logo
    Reference 50
    IN-COSMETICS
    in-cosmetics.com

    in-cosmetics.com

  • ELLENMACARTHURFOUNDATION logo
    Reference 51
    ELLENMACARTHURFOUNDATION
    ellenmacarthurfoundation.com

    ellenmacarthurfoundation.com

  • BUSINESSOFFASHION logo
    Reference 52
    BUSINESSOFFASHION
    businessoffashion.com

    businessoffashion.com

  • TRENDWATCHING logo
    Reference 53
    TRENDWATCHING
    trendwatching.com

    trendwatching.com

  • COSMETICSDESIGN-EUROPE logo
    Reference 54
    COSMETICSDESIGN-EUROPE
    cosmeticsdesign-europe.com

    cosmeticsdesign-europe.com

  • EWG logo
    Reference 55
    EWG
    ewg.org

    ewg.org

  • SOILASSOCIATION logo
    Reference 56
    SOILASSOCIATION
    soilassociation.org

    soilassociation.org

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