The global sun care products market size was valued at USD 10.7 billion in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.0% from 2021 to 2028. The rising concern about skin protection against detrimental rays of the sun and improved alertness regarding skin cancer are the major factors driving the growth of the market. The COVID-19 pandemic has declined the sales for sun care products, due to consumers shifting to the work from home model. Owing to this factor, consumers around the world limited their travel in 2020 for leisure, recreational activities, and sports events, this, in turn, reduced the consumption by the consumers.
In the U.S., adult cream emerged as the largest segment of the market for sun care products in 2020. With the growing awareness for harsh chemicals used in cosmetics and their harmful effects on the skin, consumers are becoming more critical pertaining to ingredients, prior to choosing any product.
The growing demand for organic and natural personal care products due to rising health concerns is anticipated to drive the market for sun care products over the forecast period. These are usually derived from plants and ensure the skin gets more benefits from all the natural ingredients used to make up the product.
The growing global awareness of skin cancer and skin disorders has increased the demand for sun care products, which is expected to surge more over the forecast period. Additionally, these products are gaining popularity among consumers due to their multi-functional sun protection properties with prevention against wrinkles.
The global market for sun care products is expanding rapidly as people are becoming increasingly aware of the need for maintaining their skin from harmful UV rays. The use of such products continues rising as government health agencies seek to contain increasing cases of UV-induced melanomas.
The adult cream segment dominated the market for sun care products and held the largest revenue share of more than 69.4% in 2020. The segment is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. Adult cream is used to protect the skin from sunburn and premature aging such as wrinkles, leathery skin. Due to multi-purpose benefits such as protection against the high risk of skin cancer, skin discoloration, and inflammation, these products have become quite popular among adults.
The demand for natural and organic elements is increasing, that expected to fuel the adoption of after-sun care products among adults. Physical products with mineral-based components such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are popular among adults. Moreover, the fake tan/self-tan segment is projected to register the fastest growth during the forecast period with the highest CAGR of 4.7% from 2021 to 2028. The increasing trend of everyday alternatives to sunbathing, without exposing skin to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays is driving the market for sun care products. Sunless tanning products are commonly sold in the form of lotions, creams, and sprays.
The proliferation of natural-looking products, the rise in the number of service providers, and widespread acceptance of the concept of sun care are driving the demand. Consumers prefer sunless tanning as it aids in achieving a healthier appearance throughout the year.
The hypermarket and supermarket segment dominated the market and held the largest revenue share of 48.5% in 2020. The segment is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. These stores attract a large number of consumers and are usually located in central parts of the city. Owing to the availability of various brands consumers are opting for these stores to buy products.
Hypermarkets and supermarkets sell a variety of skin care products for men and women. Many of these stores have trained personnel in the cosmetics and beauty aisles to give clients expert help and recommendations. This makes consumers easy to choose from a wide range of availability, owing to an increase in demand for cosmetics and shrinking shelf space.
However, the specialty store segment is projected to register the fastest CAGR of 4.8% from 2021 to 2028. These stores specialize in a narrow range of offering and place a premium on customer pleasure. To provide exceptional service, most specialty skin care stores retain a significant depth in terms of the products offered to customers.
Specialty stores focus on specific categories and primarily focus on high customer satisfaction. Most specialty stores dealing in the market maintain a considerable depth in terms of the offering to ensure quality service. Several brands prefer to sell these products through specialty stores as these stores focus on renowned brands and offer more accountability on the overall service.
Europe dominated the sun care products market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 35.1% in 2020. Rising awareness among consumers regarding the harmful effects of prolonged sun exposure on the skin has helped boost product demand across the region. Furthermore, an increasing number of products that offer various additional benefits such as dark spot reduction, anti-aging have further fueled product demand.
Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing market for sun care products and is expected to witness the highest CAGR from 2021 to 2028. The major factor driving the Asia Pacific market growth is the expansion of the chemical industry in India and China, that expected to ensure continuous raw material access to skin care product manufacturers, and, thus, likely to be a positive factor for the manufacturers in Asia Pacific over the forecast period. The increasing demand from emerging countries such as China and India due to the growth in the number of new product launches and the rising concerns toward harmful effects of UV rays, and skin conditions are likely to positively influence the Asia Pacific market.
The market for sun care products is characterized by the presence of a few well-established players and medium players. Launching new products is one of the key strategic initiatives in the industry. For instance, in June 2021, Sunrider launched new CC cream with mineral-based SPF 30 sun protection. Similarly, in April 2020, ISDIN, announced the launch of SunISDIN, softgel capsules in the U.S. Some of the prominent players in the sun care products market include:
Beiersdorf AG
Groupe Clarins
Johnson & Johnson
Coty Inc.
Shiseido Co. Ltd.
L'oreal
The Estee Lauder Companies Inc.
Burt's Bees
Bioderma Laboratories
Unilever
Report Attribute |
Details |
Market size value in 2021 |
USD 11.1 billion |
Revenue forecast in 2028 |
USD 14.7 billion |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 4.0% from 2021 to 2028 |
Base year for estimation |
2020 |
Historical data |
2016 - 2019 |
Forecast period |
2021 - 2028 |
Quantitative units |
Revenue in USD million and CAGR from 2021 to 2028 |
Report coverage |
Revenue forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments covered |
Product, distribution channel, region |
Regional scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Central & South America; Middle East & Africa |
Country scope |
U.S.; Germany; U.K.; France; China; Japan; Brazil; South Africa |
Key companies profiled |
Beiersdorf AG; Groupe Clarins; Johnson & Johnson; Coty Inc.; Shiseido Co. Ltd.; L'oreal; The Estee Lauder Companies Inc.; Burt's Bees; Bioderma Laboratories; Unilever |
Customization scope |
Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analyst’s working days) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional, and segment scope. |
Pricing and purchase options |
Avail customized purchase options to meet your exact research needs. Explore purchase options |
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2016 to 2028. For the purpose of this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global sun care products market report on the basis of product, distribution channel, and region:
Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2028)
Adult Sun Cream
Baby Sun Cream
After Sun
Fake Tan/Self Tan
Tanning
Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2028)
Hypermarket & supermarket
Pharmacy & drug store
Specialty store
Online
Others
Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2028)
North America
U.S.
Europe
Germany
U.K.
France
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
Central & South America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
b. The global sun care products market size was estimated at USD 10.7 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 11.1 billion in 2021.
b. The global sun care products market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 4.0% from 2021 to 2028 to reach USD 14.7 billion by 2028.
b. Europe dominated the sun care products market with a share of 35.1% in 2020. Consumers with a greater spending capacity when it comes to vacation and holidays, are driving the demand for UV protection sunscreens. The rapidly growing popularity of sun care products among middle- and high-income individuals is supporting the market growth in the region.
b. Some key players operating in the sun care products market include Beiersdorf AG, Groupe Clarins, Johnson & Johnson, Coty Inc., Shiseido Co. Ltd., L'oreal, and The Estee Lauder Companies Inc.
b. The rising concern about skin protection against detrimental rays of the sun and improved alertness regarding skin cancer are the major factors driving the growth of the sun care products market.
NEED A CUSTOM REPORT?
We can customize every report - free of charge - including purchasing stand-alone sections or country-level reports, as well as offer affordable discounts for start-ups & universities. Contact us now
We are GDPR and CCPA compliant! Your transaction & personal information is safe and secure. For more details, please read our privacy policy.
"The quality of research they have done for us has been excellent."