China Men's Grooming Market Overview, 2028
The men's grooming market in China has experienced significant growth in recent years. The market is driven by several factors, including the increasing focus on personal appearance among Chinese men, the growth of e-commerce platforms, and the rising disposable income of Chinese consumers. The male beauty market in China has gradually become a new driver of growth for men's grooming market in China Gen Z has become a dominant force in the men's grooming market of China The male beauty market in China has gradually become a new driver of growth for men's grooming market in China Gen Z has become a dominant force in the men's grooming market of China. In recent years, there has been a shift in Chinese culture towards a greater focus on personal appearance and grooming, particularly among younger generations. This has been driven in part by the growing influence of Western culture and the rise of social media platforms, which have made it easier for people to access and share information about personal grooming and style trends. One traditional practice that is still popular in China today is using natural ingredients for hair care. For example, Chinese men often use herbal extracts, such as ginseng, goji berries, and sesame oil, to nourish and strengthen their hair. Chinese men are increasingly interested in using high-quality shave care products, such as pre-shave oils, shaving creams, and aftershave balms, to achieve a close, comfortable shave and maintain healthy skin.
According to the research report “China Men’s Grooming Market Overview, 2028,"" published by Bonafide Research, the market was valued around USD 3.5 Billion in 2022. The market is expected to grow due to rising disposable income, change in cultures, increase in Gen z population, personal care, urbanization; Growing skin concern among men such as sensitivity, aging, inflammatory conditions, acne, and dryness is expected to drive the demand This all factors are driving the market of men’s grooming in China. Apart from this, the strong influence of social media platforms, such as YouTube, Instagram and Facebook Growing skin concern among men such as sensitivity, aging, inflammatory conditions, acne, and dryness is expected to drive the demand.
The men’s grooming market in China is segmented by product type: Shave care, Skin Care, Hair Care, toiletries, fragrances, and others. Shaving cream, shaving gel, razors and blades, aftershave care, lotion/balm, splash/gel, trimmers, and other shave care products are examples. Skin care products include facial cleansers, moisturisers, scrubs, anti-aging creams, sun cream, face masks, and others. Hair care products includes hair shampoo, hair conditioner, hair styling products, hair oils, hair spray, hair colour, Others, Toiletries include bath soap and shower gel, as well as fragrances such as perfumes, deodorants, and colognes. Currently, the market is dominated by fragrances because they offer a way for men to express their individuality and personal style. Men's fragrances can evoke different moods and emotions, and many men enjoy exploring different scents and finding ones that suit their personalities and tastes. Fragrances are frequently used on a daily basis, so these factors influence fragrance demand in the China. During the forecast period, the skin care segment is expected to dominate the China market for men’s grooming due to the fact that men are becoming more aware of the importance of skin health and are taking steps to protect their skin from damage caused by environmental factors, aging, and other factors. This has led to a surge in demand for skin care products that address specific skin concerns, such as dryness, sensitivity, and aging.
The men’s grooming market in the China is segmented by price range: mass products and premium products. Currently, the market is dominated by mass-market products due to the fact that they are generally more affordable than premium products, which makes them accessible to a wider range of consumers. Many men are looking for grooming products that offer good value for money, and mass-produced products are often a more cost-effective option. Mass-produced products are widely available in supermarkets, drugstores, and online retailers, which makes them convenient for consumers to purchase. They are also available in a variety of formats, such as multipacks and travel sizes, which makes them ideal for on-the-go use. During the forecast period, it is expected that the premium products segment is going to dominate the market for men’s grooming in the China due to men becoming more interested in self-care and investing in high-quality grooming products that offer a luxurious and indulgent experience. Premium products often offer unique formulations, high-end packaging, and premium ingredients, which can provide a more enjoyable grooming experience. Because the per capita income in the China is high, these factors create a demand for premium products in the China.
The men’s grooming market in the China is segmented by distribution channel: supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience stores, specialty stores, e-commerce, and others. Currently, the market is dominated by hypermarkets and supermarkets because the growth of the segment is mainly driven by the rising consumer inclination towards supermarkets and hypermarkets as a primary source to purchase beauty and personal care products. Additionally, supermarkets and hypermarkets typically have a wide selection of men's grooming products, including mass-market brands and a growing selection of premium products. This wide selection makes it easy for consumers to find the products they need and compare different options. Some of the main hypermarket and supermarket that distributes men's grooming products in China includes Carrefour, Suning, Watsons, and RT-Mart. During the forecast period, it is expected that the e-commerce segment is going to dominate the market for men’s grooming in the China due to the increase in high use of smart homes, internet penetration, and the preference to buy online. E-commerce allows consumers to shop for men's grooming products from the comfort of their own homes at any time of day or night. This convenience is particularly appealing to busy consumers who don't have the time or inclination to visit a physical store.
Considered in this report
• Geography: China
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028
Aspects covered in this report
• China Men’s grooming market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation
By Product Type
• Shave care
• Skin Care
• Hair Care
• Toiletries
• Fragrances
• Others
By Price range
• Mass Products
• Premium Products
By Distribution Channel
• Supermarket/Hypermarket
• Convenience Stores
• Speciality Retail
• E-commerce
• Others
The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analysing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.
Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to Men’s grooming market, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.
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