Trend cluster
Category

Ceramide
Cleanser

Ceramides are incorporated into facial cleansers to protect the skin.

Creamy Avocado CleansersVegan Ceramide-Powered Face WashesClean Oat Milk SkincareBalancing Cleansing BalmsHydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleansers

Trend

What is the Ceramide Cleanser trend?

Ceramide Cleanser: Ceramides are increasingly popular, particularly in moisturizers, for their ability to moisturize and protect the skin's barrier. Now, brands are incorporating them into facial cleansers to enhance their ability to moisturize instead of strip the skin.

Insight

The consumer insight behind the Ceramide Cleanser trend

The popularity of the skincare industry has resulted in the average consumer having a much more scientific knowledge of ingredients and product efficacy than they did in the past. Brands who leverage this knowledge and highlight target ingredients will continue to be popular in the cosmetics space.

Trend themes

Themes within the Ceramide Cleanser trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Incorporation of Ceramides in Cleansers

The trend of incorporating ceramides in facial cleansers to protect the skin's barrier against harsh cleansing.

02

Clean and Vegan Skincare

The trend of increasing demand for clean, vegan and dermatologist-recommended skincare products.

03

pH-Focused Hydrating Cleansers

The trend of producing pH-balanced cleansers which restore skin's natural moisture and hydration.

Industry implications

What the Ceramide Cleanser trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Skincare Industry

The growing significance of the skincare industry calls for the development of products that cater to consumers looking for specific ingredients and functions.

For

Beauty and Cosmetics Industry

The beauty and cosmetics industry can benefit from using more natural ingredients and gentler formulas that are both effective and sustainable.

For

Sustainability Industry

The focus on using recyclable and sustainable packaging is becoming more important as consumers become increasingly eco-conscious.

Workshop question

How is your brand catering to the more informed consumer?

Trend signals

Trend signals for Ceramide Cleanser

Trend score 3.2 out of 10, from popularity 46%, activity 35%, freshness 14%.

Popularity46%
Activity35%
Freshness14%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific

Evidence

Examples of the Ceramide Cleanser trend

6 featured examples from Sep 4, 2020 to Jan 4, 2023
Creamy Avocado Cleansers
CategoryFashion

Creamy Avocado Cleansers

The Avocado Ceramide Moisture Barrier Cleanser Works Even After Rinsing

Brands in the beauty and personal care industry can develop innovative creams and cleansers with avocado, postbiotics, and other clinically-proven ingredients to strengthen the sk…

Vegan Ceramide-Powered Face Washes
CategoryFashion

Vegan Ceramide-Powered Face Washes

Pacifica Offers an Extra-Gentle Face Wash to Consumers

The skincare industry may shift their focus towards vegan, ceramide-based, and affordable skincare products to cater to the needs of eco-conscious, health-conscious, and price-con…

Clean Oat Milk Skincare
CategoryFashion

Clean Oat Milk Skincare

e.l.f. Cosmetics' Pure Skin Collection is Dermatologist-Developed

The clean beauty industry is likely to see growth as more companies, like e.l.f Cosmetics, develop and market products that adhere to non-toxic, natural ingredient standards.

Balancing Cleansing Balms
CategoryFashion

Balancing Cleansing Balms

Bliss' Deep Cleansing Balm Dissolves Makeup & Restores the Skin Barrier

There is an opportunity for skincare companies to develop products that support the skin's microbiome and barrier function to improve overall skin health and prevent damage.

Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleansers
CategoryFashion

Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleansers

CeraVe's New Cleanser Blends Amino & Hyaluronic Acids

Skincare brands can explore new formulations and technologies to create innovative and effective hydrating cleansers.

Hydrating Vegan Face Serums
CategoryFashion

Hydrating Vegan Face Serums

Pacifica's Vegan Ceramide Face Serum Comes at an Affordable Price

Develop new vegan skincare lines that cater to people with sensitive skin.