Trend cluster
Category

Caffeinated
Refresh

Skincare products incorporate coffee to naturally enhance and brighten skin.

Solid Coffee ScrubsWhipped Coffee ScrubsRenewing Caffeinated CosmeticsCoffee-Based Skincare KitsDIY Coffee Facial Kits

Trend

What is the Caffeinated Refresh trend?

Caffeinated Refresh: With the rise in popularity of natural ingredients within skincare and cosmetics, coffee has risen as a rich source of antioxidants. The incorporation of coffee within skincare products is marketed for both its benefits and its novelty.

Insight

The consumer insight behind the Caffeinated Refresh trend

The boom of the wellness industry has made it so that an increasing number of consumers are paying attention to what their body is coming into contact with. Much of the emphasis here is placed on natural agents as consumers feel more secure and confident in their choices when they are familiar with the ingredients, especially if the product is for everyday use. Moreover, the appeal of the natural also stems from the fact that consumers feel safer as an allergic reaction or irritation is much less likely to manifest.

Trend themes

Themes within the Caffeinated Refresh trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Natural Skincare Ingredients

Rising demand for natural skincare products has made coffee as a rich source of antioxidants as it benefits and novelty.

02

DIY Face Mask

Creating DIY face masks and other skincare products as a convenient solution for dry skin that can be customized depending on consumer's needs.

03

Solid Coffee Scrubs

Making coffee scrubs as easy to use as soap bars for convenience and mess-free alternative to loose scrubs.

Industry implications

What the Caffeinated Refresh trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Skincare Industry

Leveraging the use of natural ingredients to create products that appeal to consumers who are conscious of what they put on their bodies.

For

Beauty Industry

Creating DIY skincare products and product lines that cater to different skin types and preferences.

For

Men's Personal Care Industry

Developing skincare formulations that cater to men's grooming routines and specific skin needs.

Workshop question

How could your brand leverage unexpected features for a product or service to delight consumers?

Trend signals

Trend signals for Caffeinated Refresh

Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 43%, freshness 8%.

Popularity65%
Activity43%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific

Evidence

Examples of the Caffeinated Refresh trend

6 featured examples from Nov 10, 2016 to Nov 27, 2018