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“About four years ago, brands were coming under fire for using the term anti-aging, but now consumers from age 15 to 55 seem to be purchasing beauty products in pursuit of reversing the clock or preventing it from ticking,” said Cult Capital brand investor Christine Holcomb; photo by Marcin Jozwiak.
The Return of 'Anti-aging'
With consumers embracing well-aging at every life stage, brands and ingredient firms are unleashing a flood of new innovation targeting emerging concerns.
Jul 1st, 2022
The tag #moringacapsules has more than 9,300 posts on Instagram. While this in reference to ingestibles, moringa is part of a larger metatrend that might be worth watching for cosmetics.
9 Top Trends in Beauty: Linda Seidel, 'Toxin-free' Insight Cosmetics, Moringa, #Greenshampoo and More
Each week, we dig into growing trends in web searches and hashtags related to cosmetics. Bubbling to the top this week are Linda Seidel corrective cosmetics, Insight Cosmetics' 11 "toxin-free" serums, moringa metatrend, #deadhair, #greenshampoo and more.
May 29th, 2024
Searches on 'd'Alba Skin Care' rose 950% in the past week, per Google Trends. The main ingredient touted across the line is white truffle extract sourced in Piedmont, Italy. *depiction only; not actual product
12 Trends in Beauty: White Truffle K-Beauty, Ginseng Toner, #DroopyEyesMakeup and More
Each week, we dig into growing trends in web searches and hashtags related to cosmetics. Emerging this week are: white truffle K-beauty, waterless skin care, pride makeup, ginseng toner, anti-frizz hair care, droopy eyes and more.
Jun 7th, 2024
Double-digit growth has been seen for body creams, lotions and cleaners; and consumer spending on prestige body products has increased by 25%. What's going on?
2024's Fastest-growing Skin Care Category Goes Beyond the Face
Body skin care led the category's growth, in part by coopting ingredients and claims associated with facial skin care. Here’s what’s happening in the category and how brands can tap into the growth.
Sep 5th, 2024
Historically, sun care was primarily used to shield against UV rays and avoid sunburn, but with growing skin health awareness among consumers, demand is rising for products that provide more than just protection.
Skinification is a Game-changer for Sunscreen Usage
Skin health motivations and multifunctionality, paired with skin care ingredients and claims, are revolutionizing the category.
Apr 26th, 2024
Twenty-one percent of girls and 12% of boys expressed interest in beauty/personal care before they were 7 years old. While this may seem shocking compared to past generations, it shouldn’t come as a surprise.
Gen Z’s & Alpha’s Parents Tell All on their Kids’ Beauty Obsessions
A new survey delves into the early onset of product interest, the role of social media, parents’ expectations and more.
Oct 1st, 2024
Haus Labs by Lady Gaga’s Mini PhD Hybrid Hydrating Tinted Lip Oil, featuring vegan collagen and prickly pear oil, has joined the lip oil craze.
2024’s Fastest-growing Makeup Categories: Lips & Unique Formats
Lips and unique formats have driven this year’s sales and offer brands plenty of whitespace for growth.
Aug 13th, 2024
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11 Trends in Beauty: Skinification of Sun, Collagen Everything, Biomimic Foundation and More
C&T's "Consumer Pulse" series on the socials highlights the latest emerging searches and hashtags related to cosmetics. Here, we expand on those themes. This edition includes: Princess Cosmetics and the skinification of sun care, collagen everything, etc.
Sep 27th, 2024
Masstige beauty accounted for 11% of overall sales, representing a growth rate of 16%, about twice that of mass.
Beauty 2023-2026: Category Blur & Continued Growth
PLUS: Sales totals and trends for makeup, skin care, hair care, fragrance and more.
Mar 14th, 2024
'The Best Micellar Water Types that will be Indispensable in Your Skin Care Routines' were highlighted for their multi-tasking cleanser, moisturizer and skin-refreshing properties.
Trending: Hard Candy x Girl Scouts Makeup, Garnier Micellar Water, Glycolic Acid Spray and More
Our Consumer Pulse report on the socials uncovers insights in cosmetic-related searches. Now trending: Hard Candy's Girl Scouts Cookies makeup; Garnier micellar makeup remover; Makeup by Mario Bronzer; aura and BIAB nails; glycolic acid spray; etc...
Mar 12th, 2024
As we rethink acne across generations, the most successful brands will be the ones who can not only create skin relief but who offer excitement, nourishing self-care rituals and even bring joy.
Rethinking Acne: Unveiling the Unseen and the Unmet
In the last two decades, consumers’ expectations towards skin and acne care have evolved. Old solutions no longer resonate.
Oct 4th, 2024
A recent Kline report notes that retailers like Target have responded with “Tween Skin Care” sections to direct shoppers to age-appropriate products.
Pro-aging: Gen Alpha to Boomers
Every age cohort of consumer is seeking something slightly different from anti-aging skin care.
Apr 1st, 2024
Skinification and wellness are dominating the skin care and body care ingredient spaces, while sustainability continues to define packaging for beauty.
INSIDER INSIGHTS: Bath & Body Care & Skin Care Ingredients + Packaging Launches
This month we highlight what is trending in these spaces as the industry continues to evolve.
Jan 3rd, 2024
While overall makeup growth is slow, several key segments are growing—notably lip and cheek products, setting sprays, and other select categories.
7 Top Makeup Growth Sectors for 2025
A close read of recent consumer data reveals areas of opportunity to tap growth in the color cosmetic sector.
Oct 28th, 2024
“As we get older, there are biological changes that being to happen to our hair,” says Michelle Chavez, vice president of innovation, Accupac/Cobalt Labs. “The scalp gets dehydrated faster, oil glands slow down sebum production and the skin has trouble holding on to moisture, leading to thinner, flatter skin on the scalp. Simultaneously, the length of the hair growth cycle gets shorter, and the follicle diameter gets smaller, resulting in hair thinning and loss.”
Consumers’ Top Hair Care Concerns Point to Brands’ Next Innovation Opportunities
Emerging claims associated with hormonal shifts, aging, styling stressors and more point to growth ahead for hair health brands.
Sep 3rd, 2024
As skin care brands seek to tap into the shifting needs of emerging and established shoppers across generations, marketers and product innovation teams need to ensure their solutions are meeting consumers where they are.
Generational Skin Care: from Future-proofing to Rejuvenation
By delivering targeted care based on life stages, brands have immense opportunities to address the needs of everyone from Gen Alpha to boomers.
Oct 1st, 2024
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