Scaled Restraint
Hyper-Natural
Skincare
The beauty industry leverages naturally occurring ingredients.
Trend
What is the Hyper-Natural Skincare trend?
Hyper-Natural Skincare: Though chemicals commonly referred to as "actives" have served as star ingredients in skincare over the last few years, more movement toward ingredients that naturally occur in the skin already can be observed. The use of these biologically familiar ingredients -- such as hyaluronic acid, collagen, or allantoin -- is more conducive to skin health than skin improvement.
Insight
The consumer insight behind the Hyper-Natural Skincare trend
Millennials -- mostly women -- who ascribe to the largely Internet-driven movement of empowered consumption have turned industries that were once rooted in self-criticism into opportunities for self-care. This has shifted their perspective on what the ideal product should offer. Though female consumers once responded to products that promised to bring them closer to an objective beauty ideal, they are now seeking products that turn them into the healthiest version of themselves.
Trend themes
Themes within the Hyper-Natural Skincare trend
Three behaviours holding the trend togetherNatural Skincare
As consumers become more health-conscious, the skincare industry is shifting towards using natural ingredients to promote overall skin health.
Hydrating Products
The use of hydrating ingredients such as hyaluronic acid is becoming more prominent in skincare and makeup products.
Skincare-Makeup Hybrid
Blurring the line between makeup and skincare, new products are emerging that provide cosmetic coverage while also promoting skin health.
Industry implications
What the Hyper-Natural Skincare trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookBeauty and Personal Care
The use of natural and hydrating ingredients is disrupting the traditional beauty industry by promoting overall skin health instead of just cosmetic enhancement.
Health and Wellness
The shift towards using natural and healthy ingredients in skincare products reflects a larger trend towards health and wellness in industries across the board.
E-commerce
The rise of empowered consumption and online shopping has allowed consumers to access a wider range of natural and hydrating skincare products, disrupting traditional retail models.
Workshop question
How can your product or service better empower your customers?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Hyper-Natural Skincare
Trend score 2.3 out of 10, from popularity 38%, activity 21%, freshness 9%.
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Evidence
Examples of the Hyper-Natural Skincare trend
6 featured examples from Nov 20, 2018 to Jan 7, 2020Comically Oversized Lip Masks
Petite Amie Skincare's Mask for Lips Soothes Chapping & Dehydration
The beauty industry can leverage the trend of oversized skincare masks and the use of clean, cruelty-free ingredients to innovate and develop new products.
Hyaluronic Acid-Infused Plumping Creams
The Better Skin Mirakle Cream is Now Available at Costco
The Beauty and Personal Care industry can capitalize on the trend of toxic-free and hydrating skincare products that combat signs of aging.
Glowing Anti-Aging Eye Masks
Joanna Vargas' Forever Glow Mask Replenishes the Skin's Eye Areas
Disruptive innovation opportunity in the skincare industry to create advanced products that address specific skin concerns such as aging, dryness, and puffiness around the eyes.
Nourishing Crystal-Infused Lip Plumps
skinChemists' Rose Quartz Product is Protective & Affordable
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of crystals and natural substances in skincare and cosmetic products to provide enhanced benefits.
Collagen-Infused Foundations
Maybelline New York's Foundation for Hydration Has Hyaluronic Acid
Opportunity for cosmetic companies to innovate by creating products that combine makeup and skincare benefits, appealing to a wider range of consumers.
Luxury Paeonia-Infused Primers
JUNO & Co. Recently Launched the Ultra-Hydrating Moonshine Primer
Companies in the beauty and skincare industry can tap into the trend of developing innovative primers with hydrating and effective ingredient formulations.