Global Natural Personal Care Market Continues to Grow in the Face of Pandemic
Sales of clean and natural beauty and personal care products grew to nearly $30 billion at the manufacturers’ level in 2020, despite the COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc on many markets.
According to Kline’s recently published Natural and Clean Beauty Global Series, covering the United States, China, Brazil, and Europe, market performance largely varied by region. Some markets, such as Brazil, saw little to no change in consumption; others, such as Europe and the United States, were hit much harder. Collectively, the global market saw 2.1% growth, driven by various bright spots including a stellar performance from indie brands and self-care-oriented products. Continue reading
Hand in Hand: Indie Beauty Brand with Eco-Friendly Packaging
Hand in Hand, an independent beauty brand that’s been on the rise in recent years, enjoyed outstanding success in 2020. It saw 1000% growth throughout the COVID-19 pandemic after launching and promoting its collection of liquid hand soaps and hand sanitizers, which resonated with consumers seeking these essential items. The products are packaged in aluminum, appealing to the growing number of consumers looking for sustainable products and brands that aim to reduce their environmental impact. For additional brand insights, follow our Natural and Clean Beauty Global Series report.
Technology to the Rescue: Drones Will Help Control Mosquitoes
The use of drones is expected to increase in the never-ending effort to control mosquitoes, according to new research by Kline.
The unmanned aerial vehicles allow for more direct targets of application and reduce potential exposure of chemicals to applicators. Currently, drones are mostly used for scouting missions and to photograph areas of potential water accumulation; they’re also useful in larvicide treatments. Kline forecasts a steady growth of almost 2.4% over the next five years overall; in fact, 50% of respondents said they planned to use drones in the near future. Meanwhile, 25% planned to increase their use of larvicides to control mosquitoes, and another 25% said they planned to use more traps and monitors. Just over 15% of respondents said they were looking at increasing their coverage area to provide more effective control.
Dermstore: A Critical E-Tailer for Most Professional Skin Care Brands
Dermstore entered the dotcom market more than 20 years ago. Its sales reached $230 million in 2020, up more than 65% from 2019. The e-tailer got a jolt from the pandemic as eager consumers flocked to the website for skin care tips, new regimens, and personal consultations. At the beginning of 2021, Dermstore was acquired by The Hut Group, a well-known international Pro Beauty/Premium Beauty e-tailer with distribution in more than 150 markets. The future looks promising for Dermstore, as it will benefit from the resources of its new parent company as well as the uptick in consumers wanting professional beauty products. To monitor the performance of other key retailers, refer to our Beauty Retailing USA report.
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[INFOGRAPHIC] Cultured Meat: Who’s at the Forefront of the Sustainable Food Revolution?
Meat alternatives continue to gain popularity as the world deals with meat supply shortages caused by a growing population. Cultured meat, also known as lab-grown meat, is shaking up the food industry by offering a sustainable alternative to conventional meat.
Hot Tools Market: Belgium Sprints Ahead of France and the United Kingdom
Belgium’s hot tools market grew by almost 8% in 2020, driven by the exceptional e-commerce sales of L’Oréal and Dyson in the last quarter, according to Kline’s just-published Hot Tools: Market Analysis and Opportunities report. In contrast, the other two markets covered in our study – the United Kingdom and France – declined by 2% and 5%, respectively.Continue reading
Dyson: Making Headway in Beauty Appliances
Dyson, a premium U.K.-based technology company that designs and manufactures household items, continues to elevate its position in the hot tools and beauty appliances market. After launching its Supersonic hair dryer in 2016, the company continued to innovate, bringing to life the Airwrap multi-styler in 2019 and the Corrale straightener in 2020. While the last of Dyson’s launches in the first half of 2020 was derailed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the company started to gain steam in the last quarter of the year. For additional brand insights, follow our Hot Tools: Market Analysis and Opportunities report.
Medical Care Providers in China Remain a Bright Spot in the Global Professional Skin Care Market
The medical care providers channel in the Chinese professional skin care market grew by nearly 12% in 2020, according to Kline’s recently published Professional Skin Care Global Series report. This figure is higher than the growth observed in other key markets such as the U.S. and Europe, which grew by almost 2% and slightly over 7%, respectively. China continues to be the second-largest market for professional skin care products in the medical care providers channel, accounting for more than 30% of global channel sales in 2020. Continue reading
[INFOGRAPHIC] Five Drivers of Argentina’s Lubricants Market
Lubricant demand in Argentina was negatively affected by the recession continuing into its third year, as well as the pandemic. In addition, the decline in automotive sales and oil and gas production have offset growth that was being driven by other factors. However, the finished lubricants market in Argentina is estimated to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9% between 2020 and 2025 to reach 209.4 kilotonnes, according to Kline’s just-published analysis. What are the five key drivers of this impressive outlook?Continue reading
What Does China’s Emphasis on Sustainability Mean for the Lubricants Market?
China’s lubricants market is projected to increase at more than 1% CAGR until 2025, with gains caused by growth in premium lubricants as the country modernizes at a breakneck pace. The finished lubricants demand growth in the country has traditionally followed GDP growth. Thus, the current positive projections should drive a healthy rebound in China’s overall lubricants market. China’s GDP growth had slowed before the onset of COVID-19, although it was still a healthy +6.1% in 2019. Economic growth declined due to the pandemic, but the country’s economy was still the only major economy to achieve positive growth in 2020, increasing by 2.3%. Growth is estimated to be 8.4% in 2021 as the economy rebounds, and more normal rates should be achieved thereafter.
