2025 Developments
Costa Rica’s beauty and personal care landscape showed steady growth in 2025, slightly outpacing inflation and aligning with broader Latin American expansion. Despite economic challenges, the market remains attractive due to rising demand for multifunctional, natural, and science-backed products that address wellness and environmental concerns. The strong performance of baby and child-specific products highlights a shift towards life-stage tailored and ethical formulations, in line with the country’s sustainability priorities. Consumer behaviour is shaped by heightened price sensitivity, driving demand for cost-effective, multifunctional solutions that simplify routines without sacrificing efficacy. Supermarkets remain the primary purchase channel, supported by the rapid expansion of e-commerce targeting digitally engaged, price-conscious consumers. Leading manufacturers sustain their positions through innovation, advertising, and sustainability initiatives, while local brands gain traction by leveraging natural and ethical credentials. To succeed, brands will need to combine transparency, multifunctionality, and sustainability, while integrating digital and physical retail strategies and clearly communicating product benefits and safety to an increasingly informed, value-driven consumer base.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Beauty and Personal Care industry in Costa Rica with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Baby and Child-Specific Products
- Bath and Shower
- Colour Cosmetics
- Deodorants
- Depilatories
- Fragrances
- Hair Care
- Men's Grooming
- Oral Care
- Skin Care
- Sun Care
- Premium Beauty and Personal Care
- Mass Beauty and Personal Care
If you're in the Beauty and Personal Care industry in Costa Rica, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Beauty and Personal Care in Costa Rica report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Beauty and Personal Care in Costa Rica?
- Which are the leading brands in Costa Rica?
- How are products distributed in Costa Rica?
- To what extent is e-commerce changing the retail environment and consumer demand?
- How are sales of mass versus premium beauty products evolving?
- Which products are seeing rising demand in the wake of COVID-19?
- Why are changing lifestyles and consumer behaviour patterns stimulating growth of some categories but not others?
- How is the macroeconomic environment shaping demand?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Beauty and Personal Care in Costa Rica
2025 Developments
Key Data Insights
Price Sensitivity Supports Expansion, with Demand Shifting Towards Multifunctional Value
Baby and Child-Specific Products Drive Growth Fuelled by Wellness Positioning
Sustainability and Longevity Trends Capture Premium Consumer Attention
Consumers Set to Drive Growth through Demand for Multifunctional and Clean Products
Digital Engagement Expected to Strengthen Demand for Transparency and Innovation
Innovation and Sustainability to Support Competitive Positioning
Leading Manufacturers Sustain Dominance Amid Evolving Consumer Preferences and Challenges
Supermarkets Lead Sales While Retail E-Commerce Captures Price-Sensitive Consumers
Baby and Child-Specific Products in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Baby and Child-Specific Products Summary
Premiumisation Persists Despite Price Consciousness
Baby Wipes Dominate While Sun Care Gains Traction
Clean Beauty and Sustainability Shape Product Innovation
Health-Conscious Parents Set to Drive Demand for Safer, Personalised Products
Baby Wipes Expected to Dominate While Sun Care Captures Rising Parental Awareness
Personalisation and Clean-Label Trends to Reshape Innovation and Strategy
Key Players Strengthen Dominance Amid Moderate Market Concentration Shifts
Supermarkets Maintain Dominance as Online Retail Surges in Popularity
Bath and Shower in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Bath and Shower Summary
Price Sensitivity Shapes Consumer Choices Amid Stable Economic Growth
Bar Soap Leads Retail Value, Supported by Innovation and Natural Positioning
Aromas and Bioland Support Clean Beauty Adoption
Shift Towards Natural Wellness Rituals Set to Drive Product Evolution
Bar Soap Expected to Remain Dominant While Intimate Hygiene Drives Expansion
Clean Beauty and Sustainability to Reshape Competitive Dynamics
Colgate-Palmolive and Unilever Shape Market Concentration with Shifting Shares
Supermarkets Maintain Dominance as Consumers Prioritise In-Store Experience
Retail E-Commerce Accelerates Growth Driven by Price Sensitivity and Convenience
Colour Cosmetics in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Colour Cosmetics Summary
Sustainability Drives Innovation and Brand Positioning
Lip Products Lead Sales While Sets and Kits Post Fastest Growth
Innovation and Value Perception Sustain Growth in Colour Cosmetics
Younger Consumers Expected to Drive Demand for Multifunctional Colour Cosmetics
Price Sensitivity Set to Accelerate Growth of Low-Cost and Imported Brands
Stable Demographics and Rising Incomes Poised to Support Expansion
Corporación Belcorp Strengthens Leadership through Direct Selling and Brand Appeal
Direct Selling Leads Distribution While E-Commerce Expands among Affluent Consumers
Deodorants in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Deodorants Summary
Stable Economic Conditions Support Deodorants Expansion
Fragrance-Led Innovation and Wellness Claims Support Trading up
Value Growth Set to Continue Amid Price Sensitivity and Selective Premiumisation
Deodorant Sticks Expected to Dominate While Sprays Post Fastest Growth
Digital Engagement and Product Innovation to Strengthen Brand Differentiation
Unilever Strengthens Leadership through Sustainability and Brand Innovation
Supermarkets Lead as Consumers Prioritise In-Person Shopping and Variety
Depilatories in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Depilatories Summary
Premiumisation Sustains Value Growth Amid Price Sensitivity
Women’S Razors and Blades Lead through Premium Innovation
Lifestyle Positioning and Skin-Focused Innovation Reshape Demand
Stable Income Growth Set to Support Demand Amid Ongoing Price Sensitivity
Women’S Razors and Blades Expected to Maintain Dominance as Hair Removers Gain Momentum
Natural, Targeted and Affordable Solutions to Drive Product Development
Procter & Gamble Drives Growth with Innovation While Competitors Maintain Positions
Supermarkets Dominate While E-Commerce Rapidly Expands among Price-Sensitive Consumers
Fragrances in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Fragrances Summary
Retail Sales Growth Remains Steady as Consumers Prioritise Value
Mass Fragrances Lead Growth While Premium Maintains Value Dominance
Sustainability and Multifunctionality Shape Product Development
Digital Discovery and Shifting Preferences Set to Drive Fragrance Demand
Mass Fragrances Expected to Dominate While Premium Fragrances Capture Fastest Growth
Digital Innovation and Sustainability to Reshape Retail Strategies and Product Development
Corporación Belcorp Strengthens Leadership through Direct Selling and Brand Appeal
Direct Selling Maintains Dominance Amid Evolving Consumer Price Sensitivity
E-Commerce Shows Rapid Expansion in 2025
Hair Care in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Hair Care Summary
Premium Product Launches Drive Value Growth Amid Price Sensitivity
Shampoos Lead Expansion Fuelled by Premiumisation
Ingredient-Focused Clean Beauty and Scalp Health Shape Consumer Choices
Rising Demand among Higher Income Consumers Set to Drive Expansion
Shampoos Expected to Retain Leadership While Salon Professional Hair Care Posts Rapid Growth
Consumer Focus on Clean Beauty and Multifunctionality to Shape Future Offerings
Procter & Gamble and Unilever Strengthen Leadership through Innovation and Pricing
Supermarkets Maintain Dominance While E-Commerce Rapidly Expands Reach
Super Salon Leverages Omnichannel Strategy to Capture Professional and Consumer Loyalty
Men's Grooming in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Men's Grooming Summary
Male Consumers Embrace Multifunctional Grooming Amid Cautious Spending
Men’S Toiletries Lead Expansion Driven by Hybrid Innovations
Science-Driven, Multifunctional Products Gain Traction
Men Set to Embrace Multifunctional Grooming Products for Convenience and Effectiveness
Men’S Toiletries Poised to Lead Growth While Fragrances Show Dynamic Expansion
E-Commerce and Product Innovation Set to Intensify Competitive Dynamics
Leading Manufacturers Maintain Dominance Amid Stable Shares
Supermarkets Dominate as Primary Retail Channel While E-Commerce Surges in Growth
Oral Care in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Oral Care Summary
Moderating Growth Reflects Economic Constraints
Toothpaste Dominates While Mouthwashes Accelerate
Premiumisation and Specialised Solutions Gain Traction
Premium Products and Everyday Essentials Set to Support Steady Expansion
The Colgate Recall Expected to Accelerate Brand Switching
Innovation Poised to Broaden Appeal and Encourage Habit Formation
Colgate-Palmolive and Competitors Shape Concentrated Oral Care Dynamics
Supermarkets Lead While E-Commerce Accelerates with Price-Sensitive Shoppers
Skin Care in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Skin Care Summary
Strong Growth, Driven by Rising Consumer Spending Despite Price Sensitivity
Body Care Leads Sales While Hand Care Posts Rapid Expansion
Korean Beauty and Dermatologist-Backed Actives Fuel Innovation
Rising Consumer Spending Expected to Drive Sustained Growth through 2030
Hand Care Set to Capture Rapid Expansion Driven by Ageing Population and Affordability
Consumer Preference for Science-Backed and Sun-Protective Products to Reshape Innovation
Bdf Costa Rica and Belcorp Strengthen Positions through Trusted Brands and Innovation
Supermarkets Retain Dominance as E-Commerce Posts Fastest Growth
Sun Care in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Sun Care Summary
Steady Growth Driven by Rising Consumption Amid Price Sensitivity and Tourism Challenges
Adult Sun Care Leads as Consumers Seek Advanced Protection
Brands Leverage Science and Sustainability to Capture Health-Conscious Consumers
Consumers Set to Embrace Innovation and Sustainability as Key Drivers of Expansion
Adult Sun Care to Remain Dominant, While Baby and Child-Specific Segments Accelerate
Manufacturers to Prioritise Innovation and Accessibility to Capture Evolving Demand
Leading Companies Diversify Portfolios While Concentration Declines
Supermarkets Lead While Retail E-Commerce Accelerates Rapidly
Premium Beauty and Personal Care in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Premium Beauty and Personal Care Summary
Premium Beauty and Personal Care Gains Momentum on Rising Consumer Expenditure
Premium Fragrances Lead While Baby and Child-Specific Products Post Rapid Growth
Longevity Trend Drives Product Innovation in Premium Segments
Premium Fragrances Expected to Lead While Baby and Child-Specific Products Accelerate Rapidly
Hybrid Solutions and Digital Influence to Redefine Consumer Demand
Brands Adopting Health and Sustainability Narratives Set to Enhance Loyalty Amid Price Sensitivity
Leading Manufacturers Adjust Shares Amid Shifting Consumer Preferences
Top Brands Leverage Specialised Portfolios and Innovation to Retain Leadership
Mass Beauty and Personal Care in Costa Rica
Key Data Insights
Mass Beauty and Personal Care Summary
Steady Retail Growth Amid Economic Pressure Shapes Consumer Behaviour
Multi-Benefit Appeal Drives Growth in Baby Care, While Skin Care Leads Overall Sales
Masstige Positioning Gains Traction through Premium-Inspired Innovation
Steady Expansion, Expected to Be Supported by Rising Expenditure
Health Priorities and Digital Influence to Shape Purchasing Decisions
Innovation Is Set to Focus on Targeted Solutions and Value Delivery
Leading Manufacturers Maintain Dominance Amid Moderate Share Fluctuations
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The following categories and subcategories are included:
Beauty and Personal Care
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- Baby and Child-specific Hair Care
- Baby and Child-specific Skin Care
- Baby and Child-specific Sun Care
- Baby and Child-specific Toiletries
- Baby Wipes
- Medicated Baby and Child-specific Products
- Nappy (Diaper) Rash Treatments
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- Bar Soap
- Bath Additives
- Body Powder
- Body Wash/Shower Gel
- Hand Sanitisers
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- Intimate Washes
- Intimate Wipes
- Liquid Soap
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- Premium Eye Liner/Pencil
- Mass Eye Liner/Pencil
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- Premium Eye Shadow
- Mass Eye Shadow
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- Premium Mascara
- Mass Mascara
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- Premium Other Lash and Brow Make-Up
- Mass Other Lash and Brow Make-Up
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- Premium BB/CC Creams
- Mass BB/CC Creams
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- Premium Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
- Mass Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
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- Premium Foundation/Concealer
- Mass Foundation/Concealer
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- Premium Powder
- Mass Powder
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- Premium Other Facial Make-Up
- Mass Other Facial Make-Up
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- Premium Lip Gloss
- Mass Lip Gloss
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- Premium Lip Liner/Pencil
- Mass Lip Liner/Pencil
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- Premium Lipstick
- Mass Lipstick
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- Premium Other Lip Products
- Mass Other Lip Products
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- Premium Nail Polish
- Mass Nail Polish
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- Premium Nail Treatments/Strengthener
- Mass Nail Treatments/Strengthener
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- Premium Polish Remover
- Mass Polish Remover
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- Premium Other Nail Products
- Mass Other Nail Products
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- Premium Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
- Mass Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
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- Deodorant Creams
- Deodorant Pumps
- Deodorant Roll-Ons
- Deodorant Sprays
- Deodorant Sticks
- Deodorant Wipes
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- Hair Removers/Bleaches
- Women's Pre-Shave
- Women's Razors and Blades
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- Premium Body Mists
- Premium Men's Fragrances
- Premium Women's Fragrances
- Premium Unisex Fragrances
- Premium Fragrance Sets/Kits
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- Mass Body Mists
- Mass Men's Fragrances
- Mass Women's Fragrances
- Mass Unisex Fragrances
- Mass Fragrance Sets/Kits
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- 2-in-1 Products
- Colourants
- Conditioners and Treatments
- Hair Loss Treatments
- Perms and Relaxants
- Salon Professional Hair Care
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- Medicated Shampoos
- Standard Shampoos
- Styling Agents
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- Men's Post-Shave
- Men's Pre-Shave
- Men's Razors and Blades
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- Premium Men's Bath and Shower
- Mass Men's Bath and Shower
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- Premium Men's Deodorants
- Mass Men's Deodorants
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- Premium Men's Hair Care
- Mass Men's Hair Care
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- Premium Men's Skin Care
- Mass Men's Skin Care
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- Premium Men's Fragrances
- Mass Men's Fragrances
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- Dental Floss
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- Denture Cleansers
- Denture Fixatives
- Mouth Fresheners
- Mouthwashes/Dental Rinses
- Tooth Whiteners
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- Manual Toothbrushes
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- Battery Toothbrush Replacement Heads
- Battery Toothbrush Units
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- Electric Toothbrush Replacement Heads
- Electric Toothbrush Units
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- Toothpaste
- Oral Care Excl Power Toothbrushes
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- Premium Firming Body Care
- Mass Firming Body Care
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- Premium General Purpose Body Care
- Mass General Purpose Body Care
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- Premium Acne Treatments
- Mass Acne Treatments
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- Premium Face Masks
- Mass Face Masks
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- Premium Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
- Mass Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
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- Premium Facial Cleansing Wipes
- Mass Facial Cleansing Wipes
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- Premium Basic Moisturisers
- Mass Basic Moisturisers
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- Premium Anti-Agers
- Mass Anti-Agers
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- Premium Lip Care
- Mass Lip Care
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- Premium Toners
- Mass Toners
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- Premium Hand Care
- Mass Hand Care
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- Premium Skin Care Sets/Kits
- Mass Skin Care Sets/Kits
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- Premium Aftersun
- Mass Aftersun
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- Premium Self-Tanning
- Mass Self-Tanning
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- Premium Sun Protection
- Mass Sun Protection
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- Baby and Child-specific Sun Care
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- Premium Baby and Child-specific Products
- Premium Bath and Shower
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- Premium Eye Liner/Pencil
- Premium Eye Shadow
- Premium Mascara
- Premium Other Lash and Brow Make-Up
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- Premium BB/CC Creams
- Premium Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
- Premium Foundation/Concealer
- Premium Powder
- Premium Other Facial Make-Up
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- Premium Lip Gloss
- Premium Lip Liner/Pencil
- Premium Lipstick
- Premium Other Lip Products
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- Premium Nail Polish
- Premium Nail Treatments/Strengthener
- Premium Polish Remover
- Premium Other Nail Products
- Premium Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
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- Premium Deodorants
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- Premium Body Mists
- Premium Men's Fragrances
- Premium Women's Fragrances
- Premium Unisex Fragrances
- Premium Fragrance Sets/Kits
- Premium Hair Care
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- Premium Firming Body Care
- Premium General Purpose Body Care
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- Premium Acne Treatments
- Premium Face Masks
- Premium Facial Cleansing Wipes
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- Premium Basic Moisturisers
- Premium Anti-Agers
- Premium Lip Care
- Premium Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
- Premium Toners
- Premium Hand Care
- Premium Skin Care Sets/Kits
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- Premium Aftersun
- Premium Self-Tanning
- Premium Sun Protection
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- Prestige Baby and Child-specific Products
- Prestige Bath and Shower
- Prestige Colour Cosmetics
- Prestige Deodorants
- Prestige Fragrances
- Prestige Hair Care
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- Prestige Body Care
- Prestige Facial Care
- Prestige Hand Care
- Prestige Skin Care Sets/Kits
- Prestige Adult Sun Care
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- Mass Baby and Child-specific Products
- Mass Bath and Shower
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- Mass Eye Liner/Pencil
- Mass Eye Shadow
- Mass Mascara
- Mass Other Lash and Brow Make-Up
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- Mass BB/CC Creams
- Mass Blusher/Bronzer/Highlighter
- Mass Foundation/Concealer
- Mass Powder
- Mass Other Facial Make-Up
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- Mass Lip Gloss
- Mass Lip Liner/Pencil
- Mass Lipstick
- Mass Other Lip Products
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- Mass Nail Polish
- Mass Nail Treatments/Strengthener
- Mass Polish Remover
- Mass Other Nail Products
- Mass Colour Cosmetics Sets/Kits
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- Mass Deodorants
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- Mass Body Mists
- Mass Men's Fragrances
- Mass Women's Fragrances
- Mass Unisex Fragrances
- Mass Fragrance Sets/Kits
- Mass Hair Care
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- Mass Firming Body Care
- Mass General Purpose Body Care
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- Mass Acne Treatments
- Mass Face Masks
- Mass Facial Cleansing Wipes
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- Mass Basic Moisturisers
- Mass Anti-Agers
- Mass Lip Care
- Mass Liquid/Cream/Gel/Bar Cleansers
- Mass Toners
- Mass Hand Care
- Mass Skin Care Sets/Kits
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- Mass Aftersun
- Mass Self-Tanning
- Mass Sun Protection
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- Dermocosmetics Baby and Child-specific Products
- Dermocosmetics Bath and Shower
- Dermocosmetics Colour Cosmetics
- Dermocosmetics Deodorants
- Dermocosmetics Fragrances
- Dermocosmetics Hair Care
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- Dermocosmetics Body Care
- Dermocosmetics Facial Care
- Dermocosmetics Hand Care
- Dermocosmetics Skin Care Sets/Kits
- Dermocosmetics Adult Sun Care
Beauty and Personal Care
This is the aggregation of baby and child-specific products, bath & shower, colour cosmetics, deodorants, depilatories, fragrances, hair care, men's grooming, oral care, skin care and sun care. Black market sales and travel retail are excluded.
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