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• [New] Digital health and beauty products will be one of the largest growing segments through 2026. Gizmodo
• [New] The anti-aging segment is anticipated to be the fastest-growing, with an estimated CAGR of 7.4% during 2026-2033, driven by rising interest in beauty-from-within solutions. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Dominant Functionality Segment: Hormonal balance is anticipated to dominate with about a 35% share in 2026, while anti-aging and skin health applications are likely to be the fastest-growing at 7.4% CAGR during 2026-2033, driven by rising demand for natural and ingestible beauty solutions. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Surfactants are expected to lead, accounting for 30% of revenue in 2026, owing to their extensive use in cleansing, foaming, emulsification, and solubilization across shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, and other personal care products. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Green Choice Proteins, an Australian plant-based nutrition company, will make its first sale to US consumers through OneLavi, a curated online marketplace for beauty, health, and wellness products. vegconomist - the vegan business magazine
• [New] E-commerce is expected to drive around 35% of overall beauty spending by 2030, compared with just 8% five years ago. BBC News
• [New] Continued global demand for K-beauty products and growing international investment in Korean beauty technologies are expected to sustain South Korea's leadership in premium cosmetics innovation through the forecast period. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Increasing emphasis on sustainable sourcing, regulatory compliance, and scientifically validated formulations is expected to reinforce Europe's leadership in premium cosmetics throughout the forecast period. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Lip Cosmetics represent the fastest-growing product segment, projected to expand at a CAGR of 7.8% between 2026 and 2033, supported by strong social media influence, growing demand for glosses and tinted balms, and ongoing product innovation. Persistence Market Research
• Leading Peptide Type: Signal peptides are expected to dominate with approximately 38% share in 2026, reflecting their broad commercial adoption as collagen-stimulating and skin renewal actives across premium anti-aging skincare formulations globally. Persistence Market Research
• Emerging economies, particularly across the Asia Pacific and Latin America, are creating substantial growth opportunities for cruelty-free cosmetic brands. Persistence Market Research
• China's easing of testing requirements for selected imported cosmetics has created new opportunities for international cruelty-free brands seeking regional expansion. Persistence Market Research
• A skincare brand for Gen Z clean beauty shoppers will make different decisions from a clinic-backed anti-aging line, a spa retail brand, or an Amazon-focused body care collection. Beyond Basix
• The ethical fashion market's average annual growth rate is 8.3%, projected to accelerate to 9.7% a year by 2030. Ringly.io
• The ongoing transformation will not only redefine the competitive landscape but also elevate the role of synthetic gemstones as a sustainable, technologically advanced alternative in the global jewelry ecosystem, ultimately reshaping perceptions of luxury and authenticity in the digital age. Verified Market Reports
• Brands that invest in high-quality, optimised imagery may have more opportunities to appear in visual searches, while businesses in industries like fashion, travel and food could benefit from increased image discoverability as Google continues to prioritise visual search experiences. Victress Digital
• Clothing and footwear prices rose roughly 14-15% in the short run due to tariffs, with shoe prices expected to remain 19% above pre-tariff levels in the long run. Arete Wealth Strategists
• Jewelry demand is expected to soften, with prices in 2026 H1 almost 62% above their 2025 average. World Bank Group
• The global clean beauty sector was valued at roughly USD 10.5 billion in 2025 and is forecast to keep growing at a double-digit annual rate over the coming years. Awareness Days
• Athleisure is the fastest-growing segment with a 7.01% CAGR projected from 2026-2031, fueled by the blend of luxury fashion and active lifestyles. GlobeNewswire
• Gold jewelry will continue to be the main driver of exports in 2026. JEWELLERYNET
• Sustained global demand for gold jewelry will bode well for jewelry manufacturing and exporting countries like Turkey. JEWELLERYNET

Last updated: 24 August 2026