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Dec 2025
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Innova Market Insights data indicates a +17% average annual growth in Personal Care launches with natural & organic claims. Approximately 58% of these launches took place in Europe. Most of these launches were in the Skin Care and Hair Care categories, with Fragrances showing an increase, indicating new opportunities for innovation.

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