Beauty And Personal Care Surfactants Global Market Report 2024

Beauty and personal care surfactants are surfactants utilized in various cosmetic products for personal care. These products encompass surfactants that serve purposes such as cleansing, foaming, thickening, emulsifying, solubilizing, penetration enhancement, antimicrobial effects, and other specialized effects. The unique characteristic of being compatible with both water and oil makes surfactants a valuable ingredient in cosmetic formulations.

The main types of beauty and personal care surfactants include non-ionic, cationic, amphoteric, anionic, and others. Non-ionic surfactants, for instance, do not yield any net charge in a solution and are generally mild, making them commonly used in hand and body moisturizers. These surfactants can be of different origins, including synthetic surfactants and bio-based surfactants. Applications for beauty and personal care surfactants span across hair care, skincare, and other cosmetic uses.

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The beauty and personal care surfactants market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.39 billion in 2023 to $11.22 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.0%. The growth observed during the historical period in the beauty and personal care surfactants market can be attributed to several factors. These include the growth of the cosmetic industry, rising consumer awareness about personal hygiene and grooming, increasing demand for personal care products, and the effects of rapid urbanization. These factors collectively contributed to the expansion and development of the beauty and personal care surfactants market during the specified historical timeframe.

The beauty and personal care surfactants market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.2 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period for the beauty and personal care surfactants market can be attributed to various factors. These include the rise of e-commerce, the emergence of new markets, an increase in disposable income, and a heightened focus on aesthetics. Major trends expected during this period include the popularity of clean beauty products, formulations that are friendly to the skin's microbiome, the adoption of sustainable sourcing practices, the development of anti-pollution products, and the use of biodegradable surfactants. These trends reflect significant considerations in the beauty and personal care industry as it adapts to changing consumer preferences and a growing emphasis on sustainability.

The robust demand for waterless beauty and personal care products is driving the growth of the surfactants market within the industry. Traditionally, beauty and personal care items consist of a significant percentage of water, and eliminating it from formulations enables manufacturers to incorporate more active ingredients, reducing the need for preservatives. Beyond the formulation benefits, waterless products align with environmental sustainability goals, particularly in the face of impending water shortages predicted for two-thirds of the global population by 2025. Notably, the beauty industry, being a major consumer of water after agriculture, contributes significantly to water usage. Waterless products play a role in lessening the carbon footprint, being lighter to transport, requiring less packaging, and offering a more compact alternative, gaining favor among leading manufacturers.

The escalating demand from the hair care industry is anticipated to be a driving force for the growth of the beauty and personal care surfactants market. Hair care encompasses a spectrum of practices and products aimed at maintaining hair health, cleanliness, and appearance. Beauty and personal care products play a crucial role in addressing various hair concerns, enhancing protection, and contributing to the overall health and appearance of hair. As evidenced by a report from the global cosmetics industry in November 2022, there was a notable surge in sales, with hair care oil witnessing a 34% increase and hair serum experiencing a 33% rise in sales during the same period. Consequently, the escalating demand from the hair care industry becomes a significant factor propelling the growth of the beauty and personal care surfactants market.

Key players in the beauty and personal care surfactants market are strategically focusing on innovative products, exemplified by the introduction of the peptovitae series. This series comprises four patented peptides that form a novel class of biomimetic peptides developed through scientific means. A case in point is BASF SE, a prominent Germany-based beauty and personal care products manufacturing company, launching the peptovitae series in January 2022. This innovative line empowers consumers to create unique and effective treatments for diverse skin concerns. The Peptovitae series by BASF's care creations offers bioactives designed to combat signs of aging, improve skin brightness, soothe and moisturize the skin, and enhance skin prone to dryness and irritation. This strategic focus on innovation is geared toward driving revenues and maintaining a competitive edge in the beauty and personal care surfactants market.

The beauty and personal care surfactants market is witnessing a prominent trend marked by an increasing demand for bio-based surfactants. These surfactants leverage fatty acyl groups sourced from various bio-based materials such as oilseeds (palm, palm kernel, and coconut), other oils, algae, animal fats, fatty alcohols, amines, carbohydrates, proteins, extractives, and their derivatives, along with other byproducts from biorefineries. A noteworthy example is BASF, a leading German multinational chemical company, introducing the Plantapon Soy product in March 2022. This bio-based surfactant incorporates soy protein for mild applications, offering sustainable benefits with a hundred percent natural origin. Importantly, it aligns with ISO 16128 standards and adheres to cruelty-free principles, reflecting the industry's growing preference for eco-friendly alternatives.

In a significant development in February 2022, Celanese Corporation, a US-based chemical company, made headlines by acquiring DuPont de Nemours Inc. for a substantial $11 billion. This strategic move aimed at expanding the Engineered Materials (EM) product portfolio, bringing in new polymers, well-established brands, advanced product technology, and establishing backward integration in critical polymers. The acquisition is anticipated to result in substantial expansion of free cash flow and rapid deleveraging, with total debt expected to fall below 3.0x EBITDA. DuPont de Nemours Inc., a major player in the chemical industry, particularly in the manufacturing of beauty and personal care surfactants, adds valuable assets to Celanese Corporation's portfolio, contributing to its growth trajectory.

Major companies operating in the beauty and personal care surfactants market include BASF SE, Akzo Nobel N.V., Kao Corporation, Stepan Company, Rhodia, Clariant AG, Evonik Industries AG, Croda International PLC, Huntsman International LLC, Solvay SA, Dow Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Ashland Global Holdings Inc., Nouryon Holding B.V., Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, Lonza Group AG, Galaxy Surfactants Limited, Lubrizol Corporation, Innospec Inc., Colonial Chemical Inc., Pilot Chemical Corp., Oxiteno S.A. Indústria e Comércio, KLK OLEO, Sasol Limited, Akema S.r.l., Jarchem Industries Inc., Vantage Specialty Ingredients Inc., Seppic S.A., Gattefossé SAS, Nikko Chemicals Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the beauty and personal care surfactants market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the beauty and personal care surfactants market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the beauty and personal care surfactants market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The beauty and personal care surfactants market consists of sales of emulsifiers, detergents and foaming agents. 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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