Consumers & Markets | Global Cosmetic Industry

The rise of 'skinimalism' is transforming the beauty industry, focusing on simplified skincare routines, high-quality ingredients, and sustainability. This trend is changing consumer behavior, packaging design, and market dynamics in 2025.

How Shifting Consumer Shopping Behavior is Changing Beauty

The rise of "skinimalism" is transforming the beauty industry, focusing on simplified skin care routines, high-quality ingredients, and sustainability. This trend is changing consumer behavior, packaging design, and market dynamics in 2025.

Nielsen’s recent report confirms that AANHPI women are not just beauty participants but powerful trendsetters in the market.

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Consumers Are Redefining Beauty Trends: NielsenIQ Report Analysis

Cecilia Gates, CEO, GATES Creative Agency

How TikTok and Social Platforms Are Transforming Brand Strategies: Q&A with Cecilia Gates, CEO of GATES Creative

Forehead taping, collagen gel masks, and wrinkle patches are redefining anti-aging routines, inspired by TikTok's viral beauty hacks.

TikTok-Fueled Trends in the Fight Against Wrinkles

The latest anti-aging trends are being driven by TikTok, featuring everything from at-home wrinkle patches to collagen gel masks. Younger generations are reshaping the skin care industry with innovative, non-invasive solutions.

Discover Cobalt Labs: Your Partner in Innovation and Product Development

Discover Cobalt Labs: Your Partner in Innovation and Product Development

Unlock the potential of your product innovation with Cobalt Labs! Learn how our custom solutions help beauty brands fast-track high-quality products to market. Dive into our latest article to explore how we can accelerate your product development!

Ingredient stories and discoveries still dominate the consumer search for that ‘next great’ product because ingredients are still the star of the show.

Beauty Ingredients in 2025: What Consumers Want and the Trends Driving Innovation

Beauty consumers prioritize trusted skin care ingredients alongside trendy innovations. Ingredient trends, biotech advancements, and clear marketing claims play a key role in building trust.

However, a unifying factor across all generations is the growing emphasis on wellness—75% of consumers prioritize feeling good over simply looking good, according to Circana.

Beauty in 2025: Growing Trends and Consumer Priorities

The beauty industry continues to display resilience and adaptability, cementing its position as a key driver across consumer goods and prestige markets.

Gen Alpha is reshaping beauty and body care with tech-savvy, socially conscious choices—driving the future of consumer trends.

How Gen Alpha is Shaping the Future of the Body Care Industry

Discover how Generation Alpha's values, tech-savvy nature, and $5.46 trillion economic potential are driving innovation in the body care industry.

Current trends inspired from TikTok trends include glossy lips, peel-off lip stains, and Y2K vibes with bold liners and shimmer shadows.

The Rise of 2000s Makeup and Juicy Lips: TikTok-Driven Beauty Trends

2000s makeup and juicy lips are dominating beauty trends, driven by TikTok's massive engagement. From frosted eyeshadows to glossy finishes, brands can capitalize on these nostalgic looks with creative content and must-have products.

According to a recent survey from Tinuiti, Gen Z's growing influence is reshaping beauty shopping habits. Brands must adapt to keep up with new technologies and platforms.

Consumer Survey: How Gen Z and New Technologies Are Reshaping Beauty Shopping Trends

Tinuiti’s 2025 Beauty Marketing Study explores trends, from social media discovery to the impact of influencers and the importance of diversity in beauty products.

'Gen-Z are a lot more spontaneous than older generations, favoring instant gratification and taking part in trends as opposed to being loyal to brands they have previously used.'

The European Gen Z Beauty Consumer: 4 Questions with Euromonitor's Emilie Hood

Gen Z are socially conscious consumers who value ethical and sustainable practices.

Several factors are fueling this trend towards minimalism in beauty. At the forefront is the growing fatigue with cluttered bathroom cabinets, paired with an increased awareness of sustainability and ethical consumption.

Think Slow, Move Fast: Beauty Needs Less Clutter, More Impact

How is the trend toward "fewer, better products" shaping consumer behavior in the beauty industry?

This is an opportunity to learn from industry leaders and explore actionable tactics for staying ahead in the beauty industry.

What Will You Learn at Beauty Accelerate? Top Actionable Insights & Team Takeaways

Experts will share strategies on navigating TikTok-driven trends, creating category-defining brands, and leveraging data to meet evolving consumer demands.

While consumers are interested in the convenience of multitasking products, data suggests that they are equally as concerned about the effectiveness and strength of multi-benefit products.

The Rise of Multipurpose Skin Care & Makeup: Meeting Consumer Demand for Versatility

Denise from The Benchmarking Company dives deep into increasing consumers' demand for multitasking beauty products that save time, money, and space.