Trend cluster
Category

Kids
Spa

Cosmetic and self-care brands are catering their bath products to kids.

Gen Alpha Bodycare BrandsDIY Bath Bomb KitsColorful Kids Bath BombsGummy Bear Bubble BathsBubble Bath Powders

Trend

What is the Kids Spa trend?

Kids Spa: Brands in the cosmetic and beauty industry are offering their products to kids to mimic adult spa rituals. These products transform the bath time experience into a relaxing and sensory-focused activity to help kids feel pampered.

Insight

The consumer insight behind the Kids Spa trend

Throughout the pandemic, adult consumers have altered their lifestyles to focus more on self-care through home spa solutions and mindful practices. The stress of the last two years has taken a toll on kids as well as adults. Because of this, parents and guardians are looking for wellness products and services geared toward kids to mitigate stress and practice wellness rituals together.

Trend themes

Themes within the Kids Spa trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Kid Self-Care Products

Brands in the beauty industry are offering wellness products and DIY kits to kids to practice wellness rituals as a response to the increased need for self-care during the pandemic.

02

Interactive Bath Products

Bath products with sensory and interactive elements are increasingly popular among kids and families as they create unique and engaging experiences beyond traditional bath times.

03

DIY Kits

DIY kits are increasing in popularity among brands to stimulate kids' creativity in the comfort of their homes, while creating bonding opportunities among families.

Industry implications

What the Kids Spa trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Beauty and Personal Care Industry

Offering wellness products and DIY kits to kids as part of the trend toward self-care.

For

Toy and Game Industry

Interactive, sensory-focused bath products and DIY kits are increasingly popular and offer unique sensory experiences for kids.

For

Craft and Hobby Industry

DIY kits for creating bath products are increasing in popularity among families looking for creative activities at home.

Workshop question

How is your brand adapting to shifts in consumer lifestyles?

Trend signals

Trend signals for Kids Spa

Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 59%, activity 51%, freshness 21%.

Popularity59%
Activity51%
Freshness21%
Audience
30%Men
70%Women
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (not a primary audience)
  • Millennial (not a primary audience)
  • Gen X (not a primary audience)
  • Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe

Evidence

Examples of the Kids Spa trend

7 featured examples from Mar 4, 2021 to Feb 1, 2024
Gen Alpha Bodycare Brands
CategoryFashion

Gen Alpha Bodycare Brands

Australian Gen Alpha Brand 'Allkinds' Made its United States Debut

The beauty and personal care industry can tap into the trend of personalized selfcare routines and engage Gen Alpha consumers.

DIY Bath Bomb Kits
CategoryLife-Stages

DIY Bath Bomb Kits

Lush Cosmetics' Do-It-Yourself Bath Bombs Entertain Kids During Lockdown

Brands in the beauty and personal care industry can create customized products and DIY kits to meet the growing demand for at-home and customizable beauty products.

Colorful Kids Bath Bombs
CategoryFashion

Colorful Kids Bath Bombs

Rowdy Rainbow Bath Bombs Create a Sensory Bath Time Experience for Kids

The bath and beauty industry can benefit from developing more cruelty-free and vegan products that focus on creating sensory experiences, unique marketing tools and developing new…

Gummy Bear Bubble Baths
CategoryLifestyle

Gummy Bear Bubble Baths

Mr. Bubbles Celebrates National Bubble Bath Day with a New Product

Explore how the personal care industry is embracing fruity scented bubble baths and unique packaging to enhance consumer experiences.

Bubble Bath Powders
CategoryLifestyle

Bubble Bath Powders

Mr. Bubble's Limited-Edition Powder Bubble Bath Features Retro Packaging

There is a growing market for bath and body products that offer a luxurious experience while also being affordable and safe for sensitive skin.

Kid-Friendly Fizzing Bath Tablets
CategoryLife-Stages

Kid-Friendly Fizzing Bath Tablets

The Mr. Bubble Fizzy Tub Colors Come in Six Different Shades

Opportunity for creating fun and educational toiletries catered towards children.

DIY Bath Bomb Kits
CategoryArt & Design

DIY Bath Bomb Kits

Caribou Gifts Debuted the 'DIY Bath Bomb Making Kit' for Interactive Fun

The beauty and personal care industry can create DIY kits using natural ingredients to meet the increasing demand for at-home self-care products.