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个人护理成分市场-全球产业规模、份额、趋势、机会及预测(按成分、应用、地区和竞争细分,2020-2030 年)

Personal Care Ingredients Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Ingredient, By Application, By Region and Competition, 2020-2030F

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简介目录

2024年,全球个人护理成分市场规模达118.3亿美元,预计2030年将达162.2亿美元,复合年增长率为5.47%。护肤、护髮和化妆品中使用的成分在提升产品功效方面发挥着至关重要的作用,它们具有抗衰老、保湿、清洁、改善肤色和防污染等多种功效。目前,整个产业正显着转向使用天然和有机成分,逐步取代个人卫生和化妆品配方中的合成成分。这一趋势的驱动力源于消费者对更安全、更环保、更永续产品日益增长的需求,这反映了消费者不断变化的生活方式偏好和对护肤健康的日益重视。

市场概览
预测期 2026-2030
2024年市场规模 118.3亿美元
2030年市场规模 162.2亿美元
2025-2030 年复合年增长率 5.47%
成长最快的领域 润肤剂
最大的市场 亚太地区

为了满足这项需求,製造商正致力于开发富含天然成分的产品,这些产品具有多种功效,包括修復皮肤、预防细胞损伤、增强皮肤免疫力、保湿和抗衰老。这些天然配方迎合了消费者对清洁标籤、绿色美容产品日益增长的偏好。

复合乳液广泛应用于化妆品中,因其能够提供持久的肌肤保湿、保护敏感的生物成分以及促进香精的控释而备受推崇。随着消费者对永续性的重视,对绿色、可生物降解乳化剂的需求日益增长,以取代传统的乙氧基化/丙氧基化乳化剂。非乙氧基化的绿色乳化剂,例如聚甘油酯和烷基葡萄糖苷,正日益受到青睐,这反映出人们越来越倾向于使用环保成分。

新冠疫情显着影响了个人护理行业,加速了清洁产品、消毒剂、肥皂和洗涤剂等卫生相关成分的需求。消费者对卫生和清洁的意识不断增强,维持了对这些必需成分的强劲市场需求。然而,该行业也面临营运障碍,包括生产中断、物流挑战和贸易限制,这些因素影响了生产效率和供应链稳定性。

消费者偏好强烈青睐「清洁」产品,68% 的消费者寻求此类配方。此外,59% 的消费者受到标有「天然和有机」产品的影响,这凸显了消费者对更安全、更永续的个人护理产品日益增长的需求。受此趋势的影响,全球天然美容和化妆品市场规模预计到 2031 年将达到 590 亿美元。这凸显了天然和清洁成分在推动全球个人护理成分市场成长方面日益重要的作用。在永续性、创新和卫生意识增强的推动下,个人护理和化妆品行业正在经历一场范式转移。製造商正应对全球市场动盪带来的营运挑战,采用天然环保的成分重新配製产品。这种动态环境将持续塑造产业的未来,强调消费者健康、环境责任和产品功效。

关键市场驱动因素

都市化和生活方式改变的激增

主要市场挑战

原料价格波动

主要市场趋势

微生物友善成分的需求不断增长

目录

第 1 章:产品概述

第二章:研究方法

第三章:执行摘要

第四章:全球个人护理成分市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
    • 按价值
  • 市场占有率和预测
    • 依成分(润肤剂、乳化剂、界面活性剂、流变改质剂、活性成分、其他)
    • 依用途分类(皮肤护理、头髮护理、口腔护理、彩妆、其他)
    • 按地区
    • 按公司分类(2024)
  • 市场地图
    • 按成分
    • 按应用
    • 按地区

第五章:亚太个人护理成分市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
    • 按价值
  • 市场占有率和预测
    • 按成分
    • 按应用
    • 按国家/地区
  • 亚太地区:国家分析
    • 中国
    • 印度
    • 澳洲
    • 日本
    • 韩国

第六章:欧洲个人护理成分市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • 欧洲:国家分析
    • 法国
    • 德国
    • 西班牙
    • 义大利
    • 英国

第七章:北美个人护理成分市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • 北美:国家分析
    • 美国
    • 墨西哥
    • 加拿大

第八章:南美洲个人护理成分市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • 南美洲:国家分析
    • 巴西
    • 阿根廷
    • 哥伦比亚

第九章:中东和非洲个人护理成分市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • MEA:国家分析
    • 南非
    • 沙乌地阿拉伯
    • 阿联酋
    • 埃及

第十章:市场动态

  • 驱动程式
  • 挑战

第 11 章:市场趋势与发展

  • 最新动态
  • 产品发布
  • 併购

第 12 章:全球个人护理成分市场:SWOT 分析

第 13 章:波特五力分析

  • 产业竞争
  • 新进入者的潜力
  • 供应商的力量
  • 顾客的力量
  • 替代产品的威胁

第 14 章:竞争格局

  • ASHLAND GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC.
  • BASF SE
  • BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC.
  • CLARIANT AG
  • CRODA INTERNATIONAL PLC.
  • DOW INC.
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • JM HUBER CORPORATION
  • KCC CORPORATION
  • SOLVAY SA

第 15 章:策略建议

第16章调查会社について・免责事项

简介目录
Product Code: 2278

Global Personal Care Ingredients Market was valued at USD 11.83 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 16.22 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 5.47%. Ingredients used in skincare, hair care, and cosmetic products play a vital role in enhancing their performance by offering diverse benefits such as anti-aging, moisturizing, cleansing, complexion improvement, and protection against pollution. There is a notable industry-wide shift toward incorporating natural and organic ingredients, gradually replacing synthetic components in personal hygiene and cosmetic formulations. This trend is driven by increasing consumer demand for safer, eco-friendly, and sustainable products, reflecting evolving lifestyle preferences and greater awareness of skincare health.

Market Overview
Forecast Period2026-2030
Market Size 2024USD 11.83 Billion
Market Size 2030USD 16.22 Billion
CAGR 2025-20305.47%
Fastest Growing SegmentEmollients
Largest MarketAsia Pacific

To meet this demand, manufacturers are focusing on developing products rich in natural constituents that deliver multiple benefits, including skin repair, prevention of cellular damage, enhanced skin immunity, hydration, and anti-aging effects. These natural formulations align with the growing consumer preference for clean-label, green beauty products.

Complex emulsions, widely utilized in cosmetic products, are prized for their ability to provide long-lasting skin moisturization, protect sensitive biological components, and facilitate controlled release of fragrances. As consumers prioritize sustainability, demand is rising for green, biodegradable emulsifiers, replacing traditional ethoxylated/propoxylated emulsifiers. Non-ethoxylated green emulsifiers such as polyglyceryl esters and alkyl glucosides are gaining traction, reflecting a broader move towards environmentally responsible ingredients.

The COVID-19 pandemic has notably influenced the personal care industry by accelerating demand for hygiene-related ingredients used in cleaning products, sanitizers, soaps, and detergents. Heightened consumer awareness around hygiene and sanitation has sustained strong market demand for these essential constituents. However, the industry has faced operational hurdles including production disruptions, logistics challenges, and trade restrictions, which have impacted manufacturing efficiency and supply chain stability.

Consumer preferences strongly favor "clean" products, with 68% of people seeking formulations described as such. Additionally, 59% of consumers are influenced by products labeled "natural and organic," highlighting the growing demand for safer and more sustainable personal care options. Supporting this trend, the global natural beauty and cosmetics market is projected to reach a value of USD 59 billion by 2031. These underscore the increasing importance of natural and clean ingredients in driving growth within the Global Personal Care Ingredients Market. The personal care and cosmetics sectors are experiencing a paradigm shift driven by sustainability, innovation, and heightened hygiene awareness. Manufacturers are responding by reformulating products with natural, eco-friendly ingredients while navigating operational challenges imposed by global disruptions. This dynamic environment continues to shape the future of the industry, emphasizing consumer health, environmental responsibility, and product efficacy.

Key Market Drivers

Surge in Urbanization and Lifestyle Changes

Urbanization, characterized by the migration from rural to urban areas, is a major catalyst reshaping consumer behavior, especially in the personal care industry. By 2050, urbanization is projected to reach 68% of the global population, meaning that two-thirds of the world's population will live in urban areas. This shift will add approximately 2.5 billion people to urban populations, with a significant portion of this growth occurring in Asia and Africa. Urban dwellers face increased exposure to pollution, which drives heightened demand for skincare and haircare products designed to combat environmental damage. Products that offer anti-pollution benefits and protective treatments have become essential, reflecting consumers' growing focus on maintaining healthy skin and hair in challenging urban environments. The fast-paced and often stressful nature of city living has elevated consumer interest in wellness and relaxation products. Items such as essential oils, bath salts, and aromatherapy solutions are increasingly sought after, as urban consumers look for ways to manage stress and incorporate moments of tranquility into their busy lifestyles. This shift has broadened the scope of personal care beyond basic hygiene to include holistic well-being.

Rising disposable incomes in urban areas further support the growth of the personal care ingredients market. Consumers are now willing to invest in premium and innovative products that provide not only efficacy but also a sense of indulgence and luxury. This trend drives demand for ingredients that enhance product performance and deliver visible results, fostering brand loyalty and repeat purchases The global health and wellness movement has amplified consumer preference for natural and organic ingredients. The clean beauty trend, emphasizing safety, transparency, and environmental responsibility, has increased the demand for sustainable and non-toxic formulations. Consumers are more informed and selective about the ingredients they apply, favoring products that align with their values around health and sustainability.

In response, manufacturers are investing heavily in research and development to create innovative, high-performance, and eco-friendly ingredients. Urbanization and evolving lifestyles are thus key growth drivers for the personal care ingredients market, with continued innovation and sustainability commitments shaping the future landscape of the industry.

Key Market Challenges

Volatility in Prices of Ingredient

The cost of raw materials used in personal care products can fluctuate significantly due to various factors such as changes in supply and demand, geopolitical events, natural disasters, and currency exchange rates. These price fluctuations can have a considerable impact on the cost of manufacturing personal care products, thereby affecting the profitability of companies operating in the personal care ingredients market.

For instance, the price of palm oil, a common ingredient in many personal care products, can vary greatly due to factors such as weather conditions affecting crop yield, changes in governmental policies, and shifts in global trade patterns. Similarly, petroleum-based ingredients like paraffin wax and mineral oil are subject to price volatility due to fluctuations in global oil prices.

The volatility in ingredient prices poses a significant challenge for the personal care ingredients market. It creates uncertainty and risk, making it difficult for companies to forecast costs and plan for the future. This unpredictability can lead to reduced profit margins, particularly for smaller companies that may not have the financial resilience to absorb these cost fluctuations.

Key Market Trends

Growing Demand of Microbiome-Friendly Ingredients

The human microbiome, which refers to the trillions of microorganisms residing on and within our bodies, plays a vital role in maintaining our overall health and well-being. These microorganisms have been found to have a profound impact on various aspects of our physiology, including digestion, immunity, and even mental health.

In recent years, there has been a surge of interest in harnessing the power of the microbiome in the realm of personal care products. Scientists and researchers have recognized the potential of microbiome-friendly ingredients in promoting healthier skin and hair. These ingredients work by supporting and nourishing the natural microbial communities that exist on our skin and scalp.

Among the microbiome-friendly ingredients, prebiotics have gained significant attention. These substances act as a source of nutrition for the beneficial bacteria present on our skin and hair, helping them thrive and maintain a healthy balance. Also, postbiotics, which are the beneficial by-products produced by these bacteria, have shown promising effects in enhancing the skin's barrier function and overall appearance.

The growing interest and demand for microbiome-friendly products have become a driving force in the personal care industry. Manufacturers are investing heavily in research and development to explore and produce novel microbiome-friendly ingredients that can cater to consumers' evolving needs. This wave of innovation has opened up new avenues for creating effective and sustainable personal care products that prioritize the health and balance of the skin and hair microbiome.

As consumers become more educated and aware of the crucial role of the microbiome in maintaining skin and hair health, the demand for microbiome-friendly ingredients is expected to continue its upward trajectory. This trend represents a significant shift in the global personal care ingredients market, reflecting the growing recognition of the microbiome's importance and its potential to revolutionize the way we approach personal care.

Key Market Players

  • ASHLAND GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC.
  • BASF SE
  • BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC.
  • CLARIANT AG
  • CRODA INTERNATIONAL PLC.
  • DOW INC.
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • J.M. HUBER CORPORATION
  • KCC CORPORATION
  • SOLVAY S.A.

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Personal Care Ingredients Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Personal Care Ingredients Market, By Ingredient:

  • Emollients
  • Emulsifiers
  • Surfactants
  • Rheology Modifiers
  • Active Ingredients
  • Others

Personal Care Ingredients Market, By Application:

  • Skin Care
  • Hair Care
  • Oral Care
  • Make-Up
  • Others

Personal Care Ingredients Market, By Region:

  • North America
    • United States
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • France
    • United Kingdom
    • Italy
    • Germany
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • Australia
    • South Korea
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Colombia
  • Middle East & Africa
    • South Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Egypt

Competitive Landscape

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview

  • 1.1. Market Definition
  • 1.2. Scope of the Market
    • 1.2.1. Markets Covered
    • 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
    • 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

  • 2.1. Objective of the Study
  • 2.2. Baseline Methodology
  • 2.3. Key Industry Partners
  • 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
  • 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
  • 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
  • 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

  • 3.1. Overview of the Market
  • 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
  • 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
  • 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
  • 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Global Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook

  • 4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 4.1.1. By Value
  • 4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 4.2.1. By Ingredient (Emollients, Emulsifiers, Surfactants, Rheology Modifiers, Active Ingredients, Others)
    • 4.2.2. By Application (Skin Care, Hair Care, Oral Care, Make-Up, Others)
    • 4.2.3. By Region
    • 4.2.4. By Company (2024)
  • 4.3. Market Map
    • 4.3.1. By Ingredient
    • 4.3.2. By Application
    • 4.3.3. By Region

5. Asia Pacific Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook

  • 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 5.1.1. By Value
  • 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 5.2.1. By Ingredient
    • 5.2.2. By Application
    • 5.2.3. By Country
  • 5.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
    • 5.3.1. China Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 5.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 5.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 5.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 5.3.1.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 5.3.1.2.2. By Application
    • 5.3.2. India Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 5.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 5.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 5.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 5.3.2.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 5.3.2.2.2. By Application
    • 5.3.3. Australia Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 5.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 5.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 5.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 5.3.3.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 5.3.3.2.2. By Application
    • 5.3.4. Japan Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 5.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 5.3.4.1.1. By Value
      • 5.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 5.3.4.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 5.3.4.2.2. By Application
    • 5.3.5. South Korea Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 5.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 5.3.5.1.1. By Value
      • 5.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 5.3.5.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 5.3.5.2.2. By Application

6. Europe Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook

  • 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 6.1.1. By Value
  • 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 6.2.1. By Ingredient
    • 6.2.2. By Application
    • 6.2.3. By Country
  • 6.3. Europe: Country Analysis
    • 6.3.1. France Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.1.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
    • 6.3.2. Germany Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.2.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
    • 6.3.3. Spain Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.3.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 6.3.3.2.2. By Application
    • 6.3.4. Italy Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 6.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.4.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.4.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 6.3.4.2.2. By Application
    • 6.3.5. United Kingdom Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 6.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.5.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.5.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 6.3.5.2.2. By Application

7. North America Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook

  • 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 7.1.1. By Value
  • 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 7.2.1. By Ingredient
    • 7.2.2. By Application
    • 7.2.3. By Country
  • 7.3. North America: Country Analysis
    • 7.3.1. United States Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.1.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
    • 7.3.2. Mexico Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.2.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
    • 7.3.3. Canada Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.3.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 7.3.3.2.2. By Application

8. South America Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook

  • 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 8.1.1. By Value
  • 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 8.2.1. By Ingredient
    • 8.2.2. By Application
    • 8.2.3. By Country
  • 8.3. South America: Country Analysis
    • 8.3.1. Brazil Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.1.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
    • 8.3.2. Argentina Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.2.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
    • 8.3.3. Colombia Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.3.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 8.3.3.2.2. By Application

9. Middle East and Africa Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook

  • 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 9.1.1. By Value
  • 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 9.2.1. By Ingredient
    • 9.2.2. By Application
    • 9.2.3. By Country
  • 9.3. MEA: Country Analysis
    • 9.3.1. South Africa Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 9.3.1.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
    • 9.3.2. Saudi Arabia Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 9.3.2.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
    • 9.3.3. UAE Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 9.3.3.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 9.3.3.2.2. By Application
    • 9.3.4. Egypt Personal Care Ingredients Market Outlook
      • 9.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 9.3.4.1.1. By Value
      • 9.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 9.3.4.2.1. By Ingredient
        • 9.3.4.2.2. By Application

10. Market Dynamics

  • 10.1. Drivers
  • 10.2. Challenges

11. Market Trends & Developments

  • 11.1. Recent Developments
  • 11.2. Product Launches
  • 11.3. Mergers & Acquisitions

12. Global Personal Care Ingredients Market: SWOT Analysis

13. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

  • 13.1. Competition in the Industry
  • 13.2. Potential of New Entrants
  • 13.3. Power of Suppliers
  • 13.4. Power of Customers
  • 13.5. Threat of Substitute Product

14. Competitive Landscape

  • 14.1. ASHLAND GLOBAL HOLDINGS INC.
    • 14.1.1. Business Overview
    • 14.1.2. Company Snapshot
    • 14.1.3. Products & Services
    • 14.1.4. Current Capacity Analysis
    • 14.1.5. Financials (In case of listed)
    • 14.1.6. Recent Developments
    • 14.1.7. SWOT Analysis
  • 14.2. BASF SE
  • 14.3. BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC.
  • 14.4. CLARIANT AG
  • 14.5. CRODA INTERNATIONAL PLC.
  • 14.6. DOW INC.
  • 14.7. Evonik Industries AG
  • 14.8. J.M. HUBER CORPORATION
  • 14.9. KCC CORPORATION
  • 14.10. SOLVAY S.A.

15. Strategic Recommendations

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