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Beauty and Personal Care in Ireland

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  • 125 Pages
  • May 2025
  • Region: Ireland
  • Euromonitor International
  • ID: 2306168
In 2024, retail value sales in beauty and personal care in Ireland increased, mainly thanks to a mix of stronger consumer spending and rising interest in premium and personalised beauty. Big players like L’Oréal and Procter & Gamble saw solid gains, especially in anti-ageing offerings and skin care more broadly. There was a reduction in overall inflation, with the beauty and personal care industry facing increased consumer spending on beauty and personal care products as prices settled down.

The Beauty and Personal Care in Ireland report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2020-2024, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. Forecasts to 2029 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Product coverage: Baby and Child-specific Products, Bath and Shower, Colour Cosmetics, Deodorants, Depilatories, Dermocosmetics Beauty and Personal Care, Fragrances, Hair Care, Mass Beauty and Personal Care, Men's Grooming, Oral Care, Oral Care Excl Power Toothbrushes, Premium Beauty and Personal Care, Prestige Beauty and Personal Care, Skin Care, Sun Care.

Data coverage: Market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

Why buy this report?

  • Get a detailed picture of the Beauty and Personal Care market;
  • Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change;
  • Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands;
  • Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.

Table of Contents

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
  • Beauty and personal care in 2024: The big picture
  • 2024 key trends
  • Competitive landscape
  • Retail developments
  • What next for beauty and personal care?
MARKET DATA
  • Table 1 Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 2 Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 3 GBO Company Shares of Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 4 NBO Company Shares of Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 5 LBN Brand Shares of Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 6 Penetration of Private Label in Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 7 Distribution of Beauty and Personal Care by Format: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 8 Distribution of Beauty and Personal Care by Format and Category: % Value 2024
  • Table 9 Forecast Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 10 Forecast Sales of Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
  • Summary 1 Research Sources
MASS BEAUTY AND PERSONAL CARE IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Positive year for mass products in Ireland in 2024
  • L'Oréal remains in the lead
  • Consumers want simplicity and proven efficiency
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Further growth forecast for mass beauty and personal care
  • Low-cost products set to gain traction
  • Multifunctionality and convenience remain in high demand
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 11 Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 12 Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 13 NBO Company Shares of Mass Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 14 LBN Brand Shares of Mass Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 15 Forecast Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 16 Forecast Sales of Mass Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
PREMIUM BEAUTY AND PERSONAL CARE IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Robust rises recorded in 2024
  • L'Oréal maintains overall leadership
  • Consumers increasingly seek out top-quality and personalised skin care offerings
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Growth to slow somewhat during forecast period
  • Rising demand for high-tech dermocosmetics
  • Personalisation to become more important to consumers
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 17 Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 18 Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 19 NBO Company Shares of Premium Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 20 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Beauty and Personal Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 21 Forecast Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 22 Forecast Sales of Premium Beauty and Personal Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
BABY AND CHILD-SPECIFIC PRODUCTS IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Small growth posted in 2024
  • Kenvue leads in share and growth rates
  • Supermarkets is largest distribution channel but falls fastest in 2024
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Premiumisation and natural trends will support category expansion
  • Local consumers focus on safety
  • Gentle and natural formulations to see greater investment
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 23 Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 24 Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 25 Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 26 NBO Company Shares of Baby and Child-specific Products: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 27 LBN Brand Shares of Baby and Child-specific Products: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 28 LBN Brand Shares of Baby and Child-specific Skin Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 29 LBN Brand Shares of Baby and Child-specific Sun Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 30 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Baby and Child-specific Products: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 31 Forecast Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 32 Forecast Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 33 Forecast Sales of Baby and Child-specific Products by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2024-2029
BATH AND SHOWER IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Bath and shower posts low growth in Ireland in 2024
  • Unilever continues to lead, followed by Colgate
  • Supermarkets is go-to channel for bath and shower purchases in Ireland, though is losing share
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Bath and shower to enjoy continued growth during forecast period
  • Intimate washes will lead in terms of growth
  • Sustainability to come into sharper focus
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 34 Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 35 Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 36 Sales of Bath and Shower by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 37 NBO Company Shares of Bath and Shower: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 38 LBN Brand Shares of Bath and Shower: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 39 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Bath and Shower: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 40 Forecast Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 41 Forecast Sales of Bath and Shower by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 42 Forecast Sales of Bath and Shower by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2024-2029
COLOUR COSMETICS IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Lip gloss leads growth in colour cosmetics in Ireland in 2024
  • Cosnova holds highest share, while Coty rises fastest
  • Retail e-commerce as biggest distribution channel
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Lip gloss will continue to see strong growth
  • Increasingly blurred boundaries between colour cosmetics and skin care
  • Hybrid products to become more prevalent
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 43 Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 44 Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Colour Cosmetics: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 46 LBN Brand Shares of Colour Cosmetics: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 47 LBN Brand Shares of Eye Make-up: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 48 LBN Brand Shares of Facial Make-up: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 49 LBN Brand Shares of Lip Products: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 50 LBN Brand Shares of Nail Products: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 51 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Colour Cosmetics: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 52 Forecast Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 53 Forecast Sales of Colour Cosmetics by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
DEODORANTS IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Despite maturity deodorants records further growth in 2024
  • Unilever remains ahead through strong brand portfolio
  • Supermarkets proves most popular channel for buying deodorants, while e-commerce races on
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Safe and natural formulations to drive future growth
  • Rising demand for multifunctional products in deodorants
  • Investment in sustainability and tech shaping progress and development
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 54 Sales of Deodorants by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 55 Sales of Deodorants by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 56 Sales of Deodorants by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 57 NBO Company Shares of Deodorants: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 58 LBN Brand Shares of Deodorants: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 59 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Deodorants: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 60 Forecast Sales of Deodorants by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 61 Forecast Sales of Deodorants by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 62 Forecast Sales of Deodorants by Premium Vs Mass: % Value 2024-2029
DEPILATORIES IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Depilatories posts continued growth in Ireland in 2024
  • Procter & Gamble still in the lead, as private label expands
  • Supermarkets holds highest share and records most rapid rise in 2024
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Demand for at-home solutions will ensure future growth for depilatories
  • Increased interest in sustainable options
  • Sensitive solutions, gender inclusivity and smart features all set to gain ground
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 63 Sales of Depilatories by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 64 Sales of Depilatories by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 65 Sales of Women's Razors and Blades by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2024
  • Table 66 NBO Company Shares of Depilatories: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 67 LBN Brand Shares of Depilatories: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 68 Forecast Sales of Depilatories by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 69 Forecast Sales of Depilatories by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
FRAGRANCES IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Fragrances rises further in 2024
  • Coty leads, while Chanel shows greatest dynamism
  • Beauty specialists as preferred channel for fragrances purchases
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Premiumisation to drive growth
  • Fragrance customisation set to boost sales
  • Players increasing investment in sustainability and tech
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 70 Sales of Fragrances by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 71 Sales of Fragrances by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 72 NBO Company Shares of Fragrances: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 73 LBN Brand Shares of Fragrances: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 74 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Men's Fragrances: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 75 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Women's Fragrances: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 76 Forecast Sales of Fragrances by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 77 Forecast Sales of Fragrances by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
HAIR CARE IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Hair care enjoys strong growth in Ireland in 2024
  • L'Oréal remains in the lead
  • Supermarkets benefits from habit of buying shampoo while grocery shopping
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Specialisation to support growth during forecast period
  • Rising demand for personalised hair care products
  • Scalp health and clean ingredients set to expand
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 78 Sales of Hair Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 79 Sales of Hair Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 80 Sales of Hair Care by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2019-2024
  • Table 81 NBO Company Shares of Hair Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 82 NBO Company Shares of Salon Professional Hair Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 83 LBN Brand Shares of Hair Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 84 LBN Brand Shares of Colourants: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 85 LBN Brand Shares of Salon Professional Hair Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 86 LBN Brand Shares of Styling Agents: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 87 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Hair Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 88 Forecast Sales of Hair Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 89 Forecast Sales of Hair Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 90 Forecast Sales of Hair Care by Premium vs Mass: % Value 2024-2029
MEN'S GROOMING IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Increased male interest in personal care supports overall growth in 2024
  • Procter & Gamble leads thanks to popularity of Gillette
  • Health and beauty specialists sees strong growth in 2024
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Persistent demand ensures further growth
  • Men increasingly seek out wellness solutions
  • Simplified systems and advanced tech set to generate greater interest
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 91 Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 92 Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 93 Sales of Men's Razors and Blades by Type: % Value Breakdown 2021-2024
  • Table 94 Sales of Men's Skin Care by Type: % Value Breakdown 2021-2024
  • Table 95 NBO Company Shares of Men’s Grooming: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 96 LBN Brand Shares of Men’s Grooming: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 97 LBN Brand Shares of Men's Razors and Blades: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 98 Forecast Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 99 Forecast Sales of Men’s Grooming by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
ORAL CARE IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Oral care rises, with toothpaste remaining most popular product
  • Kenvue loses share in 2024
  • Retail e-commerce rises fastest
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Increased awareness of importance of oral care will sustain sales in forecast period
  • Greater focus on family routines
  • Tech and sustainability as key concepts for innovation
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 100 Sales of Oral Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 101 Sales of Oral Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 102 Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 103 Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 104 Sales of Toothpaste by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2024
  • Table 105 NBO Company Shares of Oral Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 106 LBN Brand Shares of Oral Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 107 LBN Brand Shares of Mouthwashes/Dental Rinses: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 108 LBN Brand Shares of Toothpaste: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 109 Forecast Sales of Oral Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 110 Forecast Sales of Oral Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
  • Table 111 Forecast Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 112 Forecast Sales of Toothbrushes by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
SKIN CARE IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Robust rises for skin care in Ireland in 2024
  • L'Oréal Groupe in the lead
  • Supermarkets still most popular channel for skin care in Ireland
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Skin care faces bright forecast period
  • Rising popularity of routines
  • Personalisation and sustainability trends set to accelerate
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 113 Sales of Skin Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 114 Sales of Skin Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 115 NBO Company Shares of Skin Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 116 LBN Brand Shares of Skin Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 117 LBN Brand Shares of Basic Moisturisers: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 118 LBN Brand Shares of Anti-agers: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 119 LBN Brand Shares of Firming Body Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 120 LBN Brand Shares of General Purpose Body Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 121 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Skin Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 122 Forecast Sales of Skin Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 123 Forecast Sales of Skin Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
SUN CARE IN IRELANDKEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Strong growth for sun care in 2024, driven by increasing year-round use
  • Beiersdorf benefits from popularity of Nivea range
  • Retail e-commerce leads growth in distribution channels
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Shift towards preventative sun care will see further robust rises for sun care during forecast period
  • Increased demand for year-round products
  • Multifunctionality, sustainability and convenience as key trends
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 124 Sales of Sun Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
  • Table 125 Sales of Sun Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
  • Table 126 NBO Company Shares of Sun Care: % Value 2020-2024
  • Table 127 LBN Brand Shares of Sun Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 128 LBN Brand Shares of Premium Adult Sun Care: % Value 2021-2024
  • Table 129 Forecast Sales of Sun Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
  • Table 130 Forecast Sales of Sun Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029