Global Scans · Beauty & fashion · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Wearables, 3D printing, sensors and other technological advancements are likely to change the world of perceived beauty and fashion towards more integrative, online services. Find out how body scanners and conductive clothing will help us live better, more healthy lives and the downside risks emanating from those who would seek to interfere with them.

• [New] Global beauty retail remains dynamic, with significant growth opportunities in the wellness space and experience-led strategies designed to engage consumers across every shopper touchpoint. Cosmoprof
• [New] Search for Korean skincare on TikTok, Instagram or YouTube and you will be met with a deluge of content from influencers, some of whom have hundreds of millions of followers. BBC News
• [New] In 2026, more travelers are expected to choose glowcations, which combine travel, beauty, wellness and tech, where people travel specifically for skin and wellness treatments. Euronews
• [New] While the mindfully curated closet will not be the overriding sentiment in 2026, we will see a noticeable increase in social feeds as we progress further into the third wave of sustainable fashion creators. Semi-Sustainable
• [New] About 70% of fashion retailers plan to increase AI investments within the next two years to strengthen personalization and tech-driven shopping experiences. Fashion Theory Magazine
• [New] You might filter for beauty micro influencers in the USA with 5k-50k followers and engagement rate above 3%. Stack Influence
• [New] Skincare in 2026 will focus on minimal product experimentation and greater product understanding. Hindustan Times
• [New] Age-inclusive skincare will become the norm. Hindustan Times
• [New] AI has been at the forefront of skincare for quite some time, but in 2026, personalized skincare will reach new heights. IPSY Blog
• [New] Personalization via AI-enhanced skincare routines will soon become the norm, especially to help identify subtle changes and determine individualized skincare routines. Cosmopolitan
• [New] By 2026, credibility will outperform popularity in fashion marketing. The Fashion Network
• [New] By 2026, the fashion industry will not loudly abandon influencers. The Fashion Network
• [New] In 2026 the global clothing industry will see only moderate growth, with consumer spending constrained by cost-of-living pressures and the effects of new trade barriers. Economist Intelligence Unit
• [New] DPPs could effectively double the lifetime value of fashion products, primarily through enabling more trusted and efficient resale, rental, and repair markets. FashionUnited
• [New] Lab-grown diamonds are expected to account for half of all diamond jewelry unit sales by 2030, thanks to more affordable prices, growing ethical concerns around mined stones and expansion beyond bridal occasions. The Business of Fashion
• [New] Over the next few years, jewelry is forecast to be the fastest-growing category in fashion by unit sales, growing at nearly four times the rate of clothing. The Business of Fashion
• [New] In 2025, labour practices moved from the margins of sustainability conversations to a core operational risk for fashion brands. ethos
• [New] Beauty brands risk forfeiting billions in annual revenue if they do not adapt their fragmented, linear, and archaic supply chains. CNS Media
• [New] The European Commission announced it might reclassify ethanol as a CMR (carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic) substance, banning it from all cosmetic formulas. CNS Media
• [New] The Reserve Bank of India has officially cleared the path for loans against silver jewelry and ornaments, a move that could reshape how small borrowers access short-term credit - especially outside metros. FinExtra
• [New] By end user, cosmetics & personal care brands segment is expected to grow at a CAGR in between 2025 and 2034. Towards FnB
• [New] As the global fashion industry moves toward a projected $2.6 trillion horizon by 2035, it's clear that the real story is not just growth, it's evolution. Markelytics Solutions

Last updated: 05 January 2026