The global Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Study analyzes and forecasts the market size across 6 regions and 24 countries for diverse segments -By Application (Sun Care, Deodorants, Skin Care, Hair Care, Others).
In the market for emollients and oils for personal care and cosmetics, the future is driven by trends such as clean beauty, natural ingredients, and customization driving innovation in skincare and cosmetic formulations. Emollients and oils play a crucial role in moisturizing, nourishing, and protecting the skin and hair, offering a wide range of sensory experiences and functional benefits. Key trends shaping this market include the development of plant-based and sustainably sourced emollients and oils to meet consumer demand for natural and environmentally friendly products, the integration of multifunctional ingredients with antioxidant, anti-aging, and UV protection properties to address specific skincare concerns, and the customization of formulations to cater to diverse skin types, ethnicities, and personal preferences. As consumers seek transparency, efficacy, and sustainability in their beauty routines, the demand for emollients and oils that offer these benefits is expected to drive market growth and stimulate further innovation in personal care and cosmetic formulations.
The market report analyses the leading companies in the industry including BASF SE, Berg + Schmidt GmbH & Co. KG, Cargill Inc, Evonik Industries AG, Hallstar, Innospec Inc, Sonneborn LLC, Stephenson Group Ltd, The Lubrizol Corp, Vantage Specialty Ingredients Inc, Yasham Speciality Ingredients Pvt. Ltd.
One prominent market trend in the emollients and oils for personal care and cosmetics industry is the shift towards natural and sustainable ingredients. With increasing consumer awareness about health, wellness, and environmental sustainability, there is a growing demand for skincare and cosmetic products formulated with natural oils and emollients derived from plant-based sources. Consumers are seeking products that are free from synthetic chemicals, parabens, and artificial fragrances, and instead, prefer formulations enriched with botanical oils, fruit extracts, and organic emollients.
A key driver in the emollients and oils for personal care and cosmetics market is consumer preference for skin health and performance. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing skincare and cosmetic products that not only enhance appearance but also provide skin-nourishing benefits, hydration, and protection against environmental stressors. Emollients and oils play a vital role in skincare formulations by providing moisturization, lubrication, and barrier protection, helping to improve skin texture, elasticity, and overall health. As consumers become more discerning about ingredient transparency and efficacy, there is a growing demand for emollients and oils that offer superior moisturizing properties, skin compatibility, and sensory attributes, driving market growth and innovation in the personal care and cosmetics industry.
One potential opportunity in the emollients and oils for personal care and cosmetics market lies in the development of multi-functional and specialty oils. Manufacturers and suppliers have an opportunity to innovate and formulate oils with unique properties and functionalities that address specific skincare concerns and cosmetic needs. This includes developing specialty oils with anti-aging, antioxidant, soothing, or anti-inflammatory properties, as well as oils that offer enhanced sensorial experiences, such as lightweight textures, quick absorption, and non-greasy feel. Additionally, there is potential to create multi-functional oils that combine moisturizing, emollient, and active ingredient delivery capabilities in a single formulation, offering convenience and versatility for formulators and consumers alike. By capitalizing on the opportunity to develop innovative and value-added oils for personal care and cosmetics applications, stakeholders in the industry can differentiate their products, meet evolving consumer demands, and drive growth in the market.
The Market Ecosystem of emollients and oils for personal care and cosmetics involves diverse critical stages, beginning with raw material sourcing and processing. Natural oil producers including Musim Mas and chemical companies including BASF supply key ingredients including palm oil and fatty alcohols. Processing and refining are conducted by companies including Wilmar International and Dow to ensure the quality and purity of the raw materials. Emollient and oil formulators including Ashland Global and Croda International then blend these ingredients to create specialized formulations tailored for personal care products.
Manufacturing of finished products occurs primarily within personal care and cosmetic companies including L'Oréal and Unilever, which integrate these emollients and oils into lotions, creams, and other beauty items. Contract manufacturers including Foxconn also play a role in producing these goods, particularly for private-label cosmetics. Distribution is facilitated by beauty ingredient distributors including Brenntag Specialties, while packaging companies including Amcor provide essential packaging solutions.
Further, end-users, including both personal care and cosmetic companies and retailers including Walmart and Sephora, bring these products to consumers, completing the Market Ecosystem from raw materials to the hands of the end-user.
The largest segment in the Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market is the "Skin Care" application category. This dominance can be attributed to diverse key factors. Firstly, skin care products, including moisturizers, lotions, creams, and serums, represent one of the largest and most essential segments within the personal care and cosmetics industry. Emollients and oils play a crucial role in skin care formulations by providing hydration, nourishment, and protection to the skin. These ingredients help to improve skin texture, elasticity, and barrier function, leading to healthier and more radiant-looking skin. Additionally, the increasing awareness of skincare routines and the growing demand for anti-aging, hydration, and protection solutions drive the consumption of emollients and oils in skin care products. In addition, advancements in cosmetic science and ingredient technology have led to the development of innovative emollients and oils with enhanced properties such as fast absorption, non-greasy feel, and compatibility with various skin types, further fueling their use in skin care formulations. Further, the rising consumer preference for natural and organic skincare products prompts manufacturers to incorporate plant-based and sustainably sourced emollients and oils into their formulations to meet consumer demand for clean and green beauty products. As a result, the Skin Care application segment remains the largest in the Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market due to the high demand for emollients and oils in skincare formulations and their essential role in maintaining skin health and beauty.
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
BASF SE
Berg + Schmidt GmbH & Co. KG
Cargill Inc
Evonik Industries AG
Hallstar
Innospec Inc
Sonneborn LLC
Stephenson Group Ltd
The Lubrizol Corp
Vantage Specialty Ingredients Inc
Yasham Speciality Ingredients Pvt. Ltd
*- List Not Exhaustive
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction to 2024 Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market
1.1 Market Overview
1.2 Quick Facts
1.3 Scope/Objective of the Study
1.4 Market Definition
1.5 Countries and Regions Covered
1.6 Units, Currency, and Conversions
1.7 Industry Value Chain
2 Research Methodology
2.1 Market Size Estimation
2.2 Sources and Research Methodology
2.3 Data Triangulation
2.4 Assumptions and Limitations
3 Executive Summary
3.1 Global Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021 to 2030
3.2 Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Outlook by Type, $ Million, 2021 to 2030
3.3 Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Outlook by Product, $ Million, 2021 to 2030
3.4 Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Outlook by Application, $ Million, 2021 to 2030
3.5 Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Outlook by Key Countries, $ Million, 2021 to 2030
4 Market Dynamics
4.1 Key Driving Forces of Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Industry
4.2 Key Market Trends in Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Industry
4.3 Potential Opportunities in Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Industry
4.4 Key Challenges in Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Industry
5 Market Factor Analysis
5.1 Value Chain Analysis
5.2 Competitive Landscape
5.2.1 Global Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Share by Company (%), 2023
5.2.2 Product Offerings by Company
5.3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.4 Pricing Analysis and Outlook
6 Growth Outlook Across Scenarios
6.1 Growth Analysis-Case Scenario Definitions
6.2 Low Growth Scenario Forecasts
6.3 Reference Growth Scenario Forecasts
6.4 High Growth Scenario Forecasts
7 Global Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Outlook by Segments
7.1 Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Outlook by Segments, $ Million, 2021- 2030
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
8 North America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Analysis and Outlook To 2030
8.1 Introduction to North America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Markets in 2024
8.2 North America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2030
8.2.1 United States
8.2.2 Canada
8.2.3 Mexico
8.3 North America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2030
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
9 Europe Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Analysis and Outlook To 2030
9.1 Introduction to Europe Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Markets in 2024
9.2 Europe Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2030
9.2.1 Germany
9.2.2 France
9.2.3 Spain
9.2.4 United Kingdom
9.2.4 Italy
9.2.5 Russia
9.2.6 Norway
9.2.7 Rest of Europe
9.3 Europe Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2030
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
10 Asia Pacific Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Analysis and Outlook To 2030
10.1 Introduction to Asia Pacific Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Markets in 2024
10.2 Asia Pacific Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2030
10.2.1 China
10.2.2 India
10.2.3 Japan
10.2.4 South Korea
10.2.5 Indonesia
10.2.6 Malaysia
10.2.7 Australia
10.2.8 Rest of Asia Pacific
10.3 Asia Pacific Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2030
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
11 South America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Analysis and Outlook To 2030
11.1 Introduction to South America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Markets in 2024
11.2 South America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2030
11.2.1 Brazil
11.2.2 Argentina
11.2.3 Rest of South America
11.3 South America Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2030
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
12 Middle East and Africa Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Analysis and Outlook To 2030
12.1 Introduction to Middle East and Africa Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Markets in 2024
12.2 Middle East and Africa Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2030
12.2.1 Saudi Arabia
12.2.2 UAE
12.2.3 Oman
12.2.4 Rest of Middle East
12.2.5 Egypt
12.2.6 Nigeria
12.2.7 South Africa
12.2.8 Rest of Africa
12.3 Middle East and Africa Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2030
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
13 Company Profiles
13.1 Company Snapshot
13.2 SWOT Profiles
13.3 Products and Services
13.4 Recent Developments
13.5 Financial Profile
BASF SE
Berg + Schmidt GmbH & Co. KG
Cargill Inc
Evonik Industries AG
Hallstar
Innospec Inc
Sonneborn LLC
Stephenson Group Ltd
The Lubrizol Corp
Vantage Specialty Ingredients Inc
Yasham Speciality Ingredients Pvt. Ltd
14 Appendix
14.1 Customization Offerings
14.2 Subscription Services
14.3 Related Reports
14.4 Publisher Expertise
By Application
Sun Care
Deodorants
Skin Care
Hair Care
Others
Countries Analyzed
North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Rest of Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East, South Africa, Egypt, Rest of Africa)
Global Emollients and Oils for Personal Care and Cosmetics is forecast to reach $2.3 Billion in 2030 from $1.6 Billion in 2024, registering a CAGR of 6.3% over the outlook period
Emerging Markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and Americas present robust growth prospects.
BASF SE, Berg + Schmidt GmbH & Co. KG, Cargill Inc, Evonik Industries AG, Hallstar, Innospec Inc, Sonneborn LLC, Stephenson Group Ltd, The Lubrizol Corp, Vantage Specialty Ingredients Inc, Yasham Speciality Ingredients Pvt. Ltd
Base Year- 2023; Estimated Year- 2024; Historic Period- 2018-2023; Forecast period- 2024 to 2030; Currency: Revenue (USD); Volume