Pore Strips Global Market Report 2024

Pore strips are strips of material with adhesive on one side that adhere to and extract open comedones and blackheads. They serve as a temporary remedy by removing the top layer of dead skin. These strips are commonly used by individuals to improve the appearance of blackheads on the nose, forehead, and chin.

The primary types of ingredients in the pore strips market include charcoal and non-charcoal. Charcoal is a dark or black porous carbon derived from vegetable or animal substances. Pore strips are distributed through various channels, including departmental stores, convenience stores, specialty stores, online retailers, and other applications. The end-users of pore strips encompass both salons and homes.

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The pore strips market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.07 billion in 2023 to $2.27 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to various factors, including the increasing awareness of beauty and skincare, a rise in disposable income, endorsements by celebrities and influences on social media, and the enhanced availability and accessibility of pore strips and related products.

The pore strips market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.24 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing health and wellness trends, the expansion of e-commerce, and a growing emphasis on environmental sustainability. Key trends expected during this period include the customization and personalization of products, technological advancements, and innovations in product formulations to align with changing consumer preferences.

The anticipated rise in consumer awareness regarding the importance of maintaining facial beauty is set to drive the growth of the pore strips market. Increased knowledge about the health and aesthetic benefits of facial care, coupled with a growing disposable income among consumers, has heightened consciousness about facial beauty maintenance. This is expected to lead to an increased adoption of pore strips, a widely consumed product known for its effectiveness in removing blackheads and dead skin. For example, data from The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reveals a 54 percent increase in facial procedures and a 63 percent rise in aesthetic body procedures in 2021 compared to 2020. The surge in consumer consciousness toward facial beauty maintenance is anticipated to boost the demand for pore strips in the forecast period.

The expansion of the cosmetics industry is expected to be a driving force behind the growth of the pore strips market. Covering a wide range of beauty and personal care products, including skincare, makeup, fragrances, and hair care items, the cosmetics industry caters to consumers' grooming and aesthetic needs. Pore strips find extensive use in the cosmetics sector due to their efficacy in removing dirt, oil, and blackheads, contributing to cleaner and smoother skin. For instance, as of February 2023, the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Perfumery Association Limited reports an expected increase in the number of small and medium-sized enterprises in the European cosmetic industry, reaching 8540 in 2022 compared to 6916 in 2021. Notably, fragrance, decorative cosmetics, and skincare divisions within the cosmetic industry experienced growth rates of 16.3%, 14.4%, and 6.4%, respectively, in 2022 compared to the previous year. Therefore, the growth of the cosmetics industry is fostering the expansion of the pore strips market.

A prominent trend in the pore strips market is the increasing prevalence of strategic partnerships and collaborations. Numerous companies in the pore strips market are engaging in partnerships to fortify their market positions. For instance, in January 2021, KAO Corporation, a premium beauty brand from Japan, collaborated with Nykaa, a prominent lifestyle store in India, to introduce its global brand, Bioré. This collaboration aimed to provide high-quality pore strips to consumers. Similarly, in September 2021, Ulta Beauty, a US-based premium pore strip and beauty product manufacturer, partnered with Target Corporation, a leading US department store chain, with the goal of expanding the global reach of Ulta Beauty products.

Major players in the pore strips market are directing their efforts toward the development of products featuring medical-grade hydrocolloids to gain a competitive advantage. Medical-grade hydrocolloid is a specialized adhesive dressing material known for forming a gel when in contact with wound exudate, creating a moist wound environment conducive to healing. For instance, in January 2022, Hero Cosmetics, a US-based skincare product manufacturer, launched Mighty Patch Nose. This product, made from 100% pure medical-grade hydrocolloid, effectively absorbs fluid and is clinically tested to reduce oil appearance by 66%, pores by 38%, and pimples within 6-8 hours. The product is designed for all skin types, is vegan-friendly, and does not cause dryness.

In June 2021, Unilever, a UK-based hygiene and personal care product manufacturer, acquired Paula’s Choice from TA Associates for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition aimed to broaden the accessibility of Paula’s Choice products to a larger audience. Paula’s Choice is a UK-based company offering cosmetics and skincare products.

Major companies operating in the in the pore strips market report are Kao Corporation, Unilever plc, Ulta Beauty Inc., Sephora SA, Boscia Group Limited, Walgreen Co., EARTH THERAPEUTICS Ltd., NNNOW (Arvind lifestyles brand limited), The Boots Company PLC, Tonymoly Co. Ltd., Sprinkle Co. Ltd., Hangzhou Luc Commodity Co. Ltd., Guangzhou Shifei Cosmetics Co. Ltd., Wuhan Huawei Technology Co. Ltd., Jiangmen Xinwei Cosmetics Co. Ltd., Henan Huaer Dental Biotech Co. Ltd., L'Oréal S. A., Amorepacific Corporation, e. l. f. Cosmetics, The Body Shop International Limited, Peter Thomas Roth Clinical Skin Care, Lotus Herbals Pvt. Ltd., Avon Products Inc., The Estee Lauder Companies Inc., ‎Novateor Research Laboratories Ltd., The Procter & Gamble Company, Fairywell Care Ltd., Neutrogena Corporation, Elegare beauty Pvt. Ltd., Shiseido Company Limited

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the pore strips market in 2023. The regions covered in the pore strips market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the pore strips market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

The pore strips market consists of sales of deep cleansing pore nose strips, pore treatment strips, and clogged pore strips. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified)).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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