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Top Five Trends to Watch in Home Fragrances in 2023

Top Five Trends to Watch in Home Fragrances in 2023

The home fragrances market slowed down in 2022 after recording nearly 17% growth the prior year, as stated in our soon-to-published report. The economic uncertainty and inflation contributed to consumers being more mindful of their purchases, leading to a decline of nearly 3% in mass retail sales. Despite this, home fragrance brands found ways to achieve growth by following key trends that are expected to continue into this year.

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How Automotive Cooling Fluids Are Stepping Up to Support Changes in the Automotive Industry

How Automotive Cooling Fluids Are Stepping Up to Support Changes in the Automotive Industry

The automotive coolants market is experiencing changes, driven by shifts in automotive design technology, as well as the desire for longer fluid service life and better performance. Modern vehicles have engines that are downsized and have higher power density compared to conventional vehicles so that they are compact and can run faster. These engines function at higher temperatures and need to be supported by cooling fluids that can offer good heat removal and robust corrosion protection properties. 

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Scalp Care Is Top of Mind What New Products Are Standing Out and Why

Scalp Care Is Top of Mind: What New Products Are Standing Out and Why?

A new year brings many resolutions to “get healthier,” and that pledge extends to the scalp in 2023. Fortunately, consumers have a wide range of products to choose from, and the selection is growing. Since January, 15% of the launches picked up by the New Products Tracker in Kline’s Professional Hair Care Intelligence Center provide scalp care benefits.

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Which Floor Pads and Mop Pads Are High in Demand in I&I Settings

Which Floor Pads and Mop Pads Are High in Demand in I&I Settings?

Findings from our survey with over 500 end-use decision-makers revealed that disposable mop pads are gradually being adopted at the expense of re-launderable mop pads. Almost two-thirds of the respondents said that they would be somewhat or very willing to switch to disposable mop pads. The market segments with the highest willingness to switch are industrial facilities, office buildings, and schools.

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These Are the Challenges Being Faced by the Global Wind Turbines Market

These Are the Challenges Being Faced by the Global Wind Turbines Market

Global energy needs increase continually. Primary energy demand grew by 6% in 2021. However, this steep growth was due to the drop in energy demand in 2020. Besides overall demand growth, one key development is the push for clean energy or decarbonization. Several governments in developed and developing countries have expressed their intention to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels, including coal-fired power plants, and increase the use of renewable energy sources.​ Numerous countries have set net zero or carbon neutrality targets for 2050 and 2060, with a few setting mid-term targets for 2030 and 2040. To achieve these targets, countries will have to reduce their reliance on thermal power and increase the use of renewable sources like solar and wind. Hydropower was the leading source of renewable energy. However, ​ the most commercially viable hydropower potential has already been unleashed. In contrast, there is enormous potential for wind and solar power yet to be exploited. ​

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How Facial Bars and Med Spas are Attracting Gen-Z Consumers

How Facial Bars and Med Spas are Attracting Gen-Z Consumers

Aesthetic facial bars and med spas are popping up everywhere in the United States—from trendy neighborhoods to metropolitan and suburban alike. Even after a year of continued inflation and economic uncertainty, the U.S. professional skin care market continues to be dynamic, increasing at a rate of almost 11% in 2022, according to Kline’s Professional Skin Care Global Series report.

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