US Baby and Children’s Personal Care Market Report 2024
While the overall category experienced sales growth in the past year, much of this can be credited to escalating prices, while unit volume has remained stable.
While the overall category experienced sales growth in the past year, much of this can be credited to escalating prices, while unit volume has remained stable.
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While the overall category experienced sales growth in the past year, much of this can be credited to escalating prices, while unit volume has remained stable. The market is predominantly controlled by major mainstream players, yet smaller brands are carving out success by emphasizing premium positioning with a focus on enhanced effectiveness, sustainable qualities, and skincare-inspired assertions and ingredients.
The premium sector holds particular allure for individuals with higher household incomes, new parents, and fathers – pivotal target groups for cultivating brand loyalty. Nevertheless, brands should not overlook seasoned parents, who possess more familiarity with the category and have established routines.
Regarding purchase influence, family and friends serve as the primary resources for research, yet new parents and fathers are more inclined to seek information from online sources, underscoring the significance of omnichannel marketing strategies.
Apart from price, ingredients, claims of sensitivity and gentleness, as well as safety, remain paramount for discerning parents. However, the obstacle lies in persuading and altering routines since most individuals indicate that they switch brands solely when their baby encounters a skin issue, as many stick to what works.
This Report covers diapers and training pants, disposable diapers, disposable training pants, wipes and moist towelettes, disposable baby wipes, moist towelettes, baby personal care products, baby soaps, baby ointments/creams, baby powder, baby lotions, baby shampoo, baby oil, and petroleum jelly.
Carson joined Mintel in 2022 and currently focuses on beauty and personal care Reports. Prior to Mintel, she worked in various product development and consumer insights roles focused on CPG and personal care within specialty retail, DTC, and contract manufacturing.
Despite an influx of clean, eco-friendly and premium options infiltrating the market, the category remains steadfastly rooted in safety, proven efficacy and value.
Carson Kitzmiller
Senior Analyst, Beauty & Personal Care