Innova Market Insights data indicates consumer interest in natural ingredients for personal care products continues to be impactful, with Skin Care emerging as the top category for botanical/herbal product launches. However, claims of botanical/herbal attributes are also gaining ground in the Shaving & Depilatory and Oral Care categories. Ginger and ginseng root are among the fastest-growing botanical ingredients in personal care.
Biosurfactants are bubbling up in beauty. According to Innova Market Insights data, global personal care product launches featuring biosurfactant claims grew by +5% between April 2020 and March 2025. While nearly half (49%) of these launches were in the Hand, Bath & Shower category, Skin Care is making the biggest splash with a +37% surge in new products over five years.
According to Innova Market Insights data, 52% of global consumers say they always consider sustainability when purchasing personal care products. Meanwhile, 47% are willing to pay more for eco-conscious options, signaling that “green values” are increasingly influencing spending habits.
According to Innova Market Insights, Sun Care’s NPD grew by 11% between April 2020 and March 2025. Sun Protection accounted for the largest share of launches at 83%, and this subcategory also had a 14% increase in product launches during the same period.
Innova Market Insights data shows that active ingredient mentions in global Personal Care product launches grew at an average annual rate of 7% between April 2020 and March 2025. Skin Care represented 49% of all NPD, while Hair Care experienced a 13% rise in active ingredient use over the same period.
According to data from Innova Market Insights, skin care claims in body care product launches grew by 21% between 2020 and 2024, highlighting the rising consumer demand for skin-focused benefits. Skin care ingredients are also increasingly making their way into cosmetics, reflecting a broader shift toward multifunctional beauty products.
Innova Market Insights reveals a 23% growth in plant-based claims for personal care products from 2020 to 2024. With 60% of consumers globally seeking natural ingredients, the demand for plant-based skin care is stronger than ever.
