US Longevity and Healthy Ageing Consumer Report 2026
2026-03-30T16:16:30+00:00
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The concept of longevity is undergoing a transformation, evolving from a niche biohacking interest into a mainstream consumer priority. Today, the focus is not merely on living longer, but living…
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US Longevity and Healthy Ageing Consumer Report 2026
"Health is no longer just about living longer, but about living better. This means consumers are making simple lifestyle changes for more sustainable, long-term well-being."
David Hamlette, Research Analyst; Health and Wellbeing
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
What you need to know
Outlook for the longevity and healthy ageing market
Opportunities
Root products in one of the 12 hallmarks of ageing
Get creative with what longevity looks like for women and younger consumers
Educate without overwhelming
THE MARKET
Consumer interest in the longevity and healthy ageing market
Grey tsunami forces both consumers and brands to evolve
Address the dichotomy of optomization
Dichotomy of optimization
Capitalize on the growing focus on nutrition
Longevity washing is leading to heightened skepticism of the market
Graph 1: global products with “longevity” claims, 2021-25
Consumers and the economic outlook
THE CONSUMER
The longevity conversation has two players
Graph 2: lifespan vs healthspan, 2026
Focus on equity and accessibility
Graph 3: select lifespan vs healthspan – both are equally important, by household income, 2026
Look to beauty as a guide to accessible longevity
Redefine longevity to resonate across generations
Graph 4: lifespan vs healthspan, by generations, 2026
Mind the growing gap in gendered perspectives on longevity…
Graph 5: lifespan vs healthspan, by gender, 2026
…while preparing for a future focused on the female
Prepare for a future focused on the female
Take a gentler approach to support women in ageing well
Ease ageing anxieties for younger consumers
Recognize older consumers in the longevity conversation
Capitalize on the consumer shift from lifespan to healthspan
Prioritize internal health benefits to connect with the 55+ demographic
Graph 6: select health focused behaviors – nutrition and diet, and vitamins/supplements, by age, 2026
Prioritize internal health benefits to connect with the 55+ demographic
A social component is key to connect with Gen Z
Tailor behavioral messaging based on gender priorities
Graph 7: select health-focused behaviors, by gender, 2026
SPARK: tackle female longevity through stress-relief/self-care properties
SPARK: tackle male health longevity with action item, tangible solutions
Focus on educating to empower consumers of all ages
Start educating younger consumers on small, achievable goals to feel more in control of their ageing process
Proof is essential for discerning older audiences and higher-income consumers
Graph 8: select brand support behavior for longevity and healthy ageing, by age and household income, 2026
APPENDIX
The consumer
Consumer research questions
Long life vs healthy life
Graph 9: lifespan vs healthspan, 2026
Sources of information around healthy ageing and longevity
Graph 10: sources of information around longevity and healthy ageing, 2026
Longevity and healthy ageing perceptions
Graph 11: perceptions of healthy ageing, 2026
Longevity and healthy ageing optimism
Graph 12: optimism around healthy ageing – NET, 2026
Graph 14: areas of focus around healthy ageing, 2026
Feelings around the term longevity and healthy ageing
Graph 15: feelings about term ‘longevity’, 2026
Graph 16: feelings about term ‘healthy ageing’, 2026
Desired brand intervention for longevity and healthy ageing
Graph 17: desired brand intervention for longevity and healthy ageing, 2025
Attitudes and behaviors around longevity and healthy ageing
Graph 18: attitudes and behaviors around longevity and healthy ageing, 2026
Long live vs healthy life by sources of information for healthy ageing and longevity
Graph 19: How important is living a long life compared to living a healthy life? by Which of the following statements best describes your current feelings about longevity and healthy aging?, 2026
How important is living a long life compared to living a healthy life? By When you think about “healthy ageing” which of the following best describes what it means to you?
Graph 20: How important is living a long life compared to living a healthy life? By When you think about “healthy ageing” which of the following best describes what it means to you? , 2026
Consumer research methodology – US
US generation groups
Other data source methodologies
Mintel Spark
Abbreviations
Abbreviations and terms
The concept of longevity is undergoing a transformation, evolving from a niche biohacking interest into a mainstream consumer priority. Today, the focus is not merely on living longer, but living healthier for longer. Older consumers are currently at the forefront of this movement, with a notable 73% of individuals aged 55 and over actively taking steps to improve their health. This proactive stance creates immediate opportunities for brands that provide preventative care, targeted nutrition, and innovative, science-backed solutions.
However, the future growth of the longevity market will depend on successfully engaging demographics that currently feel less confident about their ability to age well. This includes a crucial focus on both women and younger generations, who are beginning to consider their long-term health earlier in life. For brands to capture this expanding audience, the key is to reframe the narrative around longevity. The opportunity lies in making healthy ageing feel accessible, achievable, and sustainable for everyone. This involves shifting the conversation away from elite optimization and complex biohacking toward promoting simple, everyday habits that empower all consumers to live healthier, longer lives.
This Report Looks at the Following Areas:
The dual perspectives on longevity: lifespan vs healthspan
Importance of preventative care in promoting longevity
Consumer perceptions and behaviors related to healthy aging
Gender differences in approach to aging
Opportunities for brands in the longevity market
Market factors influencing consumer spending on health products
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