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Skin barrier enhancement

April 2024

Innova Market Insights data indicates that there is a surge of personal care launches that mention skin barrier with a 27% growth from October 2018 to September 2023. 72% of these launches were in Skin Care category. Additionally, with the alignment with the skinification trend there is a steep increase in skin barrier health claims for hair care with a 47% growth in the five years. 

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Next-gen neurocosmetics
Next-gen neurocosmetics
April 2026

Innova Market Insights’ survey data indicates that 39% of global consumers are interested in clinical beauty. As demand for stress-relief and mood-enhancing beauty rises, neurocosmetics are emerging, blending wellness positioning with measurable skin performance.

Home care innovation
Home care innovation
March 2026

According to Innova Market Insights, Household Care products are gaining ground, with an average annual growth rate of 18% from 2021 to 2025. Consumers globally say they have mostly purchased cleaning products (81%) and dishwashing & washing-up products (75%). New product launches emphasize sustainability and functionality.

Upcycled ingredient trends
Upcycled ingredient trends
March 2026

According to Innova Market Insights, the upcycled ingredient trend is going strong in personal care launches, with an average annual growth rate of 110% in NPD from 2021 to 2025. Consumers also pay attention to upcycled ingredients, with 16% saying they especially search for upcycled claims when choosing their beauty products. In new product launches, upcycled ingredient use has moved from organic, natural brands to more mainstream and trendy brands.

Ocean-derived beauty
Ocean-derived beauty
February 2026

According to Innova Market Insights’ Personal Care Trends 2026, marine algae extracts are emerging as a standout botanical active in personal care innovation. The report highlights growing interest in ocean-derived ingredients, reflecting a broader shift toward sustainable, nature-inspired formulations in the industry. 

Makeup ingredient moves
Makeup ingredient moves
February 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers put trust in new ingredients & technologies when choosing their personal care and makeup. The modern consumer invests in research, transparency, and verifiable results, and the trend is extending into makeup.

The future of longevity
The future of longevity
January 2026

According to Innova’s Top Personal Care Trends 2026, longevity in personal care is moving beyond anti-aging toward a more holistic, wellness-led approach to healthy aging. Consumers are increasingly accepting aging as a natural process, while still seeking products that support resilience, confidence, and long-term personal care health.

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