South Korea Cosmetics Market Trends, Growth, Size, Revenue, Challenges and Future Competition

South Korea Cosmetics Market Growth, Trends, Analysis, Size- By Category, By Price, By Gender, By Distribution Channels- Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2033

South Korea Cosmetics Market Growth, Trends, Analysis, Size- By Category, By Price, By Gender, By Distribution Channels- Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2033

Published: Jul 2023 Report ID: FMCG2378 Pages: 1 - 109 Formats*:     
Category : Consumer & Retail
South Korea Cosmetics Market Introduction and Overview 

According to SPER Market Research, the South Korea Cosmetics Market is estimated to reach USD 29.87 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 5.6%.

The report includes an in-depth analysis of the South Korea Cosmetics Market, including market size and trends, product mix, distribution channels, and supplier analysis. The South Korean cosmetics market has emerged as a dominant force in the global beauty industry. With a focus on skincare, innovative formulations, and captivating marketing strategies, South Korea has become synonymous with high-quality beauty products. The market has experienced significant growth, fuelled by a strong domestic demand, the popularity of K-pop culture, and a reputation for producing effective skincare solutions. South Korean cosmetics, commonly referred to as K-beauty, have gained global recognition for their emphasis on achieving a natural, radiant complexion.

  • Skincare Emphasis: This focus has led to a high demand for skincare products and innovative solutions, driving the growth of the cosmetics market.
  • Innovative Formulations: Brands constantly introduce new and unique ingredients, such as snail mucin, fermented extracts, and natural substances, which appeal to consumers seeking effective and advanced beauty products.
South Korea Cosmetics Market
Market Opportunities and Challenges
The South Korean cosmetics market presents several market opportunities for industry players. Firstly, there is a growing global demand for K-beauty products. South Korean cosmetics have gained a strong reputation for their innovation, quality, and efficacy, attracting consumers worldwide. The market can capitalize on this demand by expanding its export activities, leveraging the popularity of K-beauty trends, and establishing strategic partnerships with international retailers and distributors.

Secondly, there is an increasing focus on sustainability and clean beauty. Consumers are becoming more conscious of the environmental impact of their beauty products and are seeking eco-friendly and cruelty-free options. The South Korean cosmetics market faces several challenges that impact its growth and sustainability. The intense competition within the market is a significant challenge. The industry is saturated with numerous local and international brands vying for consumer attention. This competition often leads to price wars, aggressive marketing strategies, and constant innovation pressure to stand out in a crowded marketplace.

South Korea Cosmetics Market


Market Competitive Landscape
The South Korean cosmetics market is known for its highly competitive landscape, characterized by a diverse range of local and international brands vying for consumer attention. South Korea has emerged as a global leader in the beauty and skincare industry, and this has attracted numerous players to the market. Companies like Amore Pacific, LG Household & Health Care, and The Face Shop have a long-standing presence and a wide range of product offerings, giving them a competitive advantage. The market is characterized by a culture of continuous innovation and investment in research and development. 

Scope of the Report:
 Report Metric Details
 Market size available for years 2019-2033
 Base year considered 2022
 Forecast period 2023-2033
 Segments covered By Category, By Price, By Gender, By Distribution Channels.
 Regions coveredSeoul, Busan, Incheon, Daegu, Ulsan.
 Companies Covered
Able C & C Inc., Amore Pacific Corporation, Ko Rendy Cosmetics Inc., LG Household &Health Co. Ltd., Procter & Gamble, Others.

In what ways has the COVID-19 pandemic affected South Korea Cosmetics Market?
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the South Korean cosmetics market. The industry experienced disruptions in both supply and demand during various phases of the pandemic. Initially, during the height of the outbreak, the market witnessed a decline in consumer spending as lockdowns and social distancing measures limited physical retail opportunities. With reduced foot traffic, cosmetic brands had to adapt quickly by shifting their focus to online channels and e-commerce platforms to reach consumers. This accelerated the growth of the online beauty market, leading to increased investments in digital marketing and e-commerce infrastructure. 

Key Target Audience:
  • Domestic Consumers
  • Beauty Enthusiasts & Trendsetters
  • Millennials & Generations 
  • Health and Wellness Conscious Consumers 
Our in-depth analysis of the South Korea Cosmetics Market includes the following segments:
By Category
  • Skin Care
  • Hair Care
  • Bath & Showers
  • Makeup & Colour Cosmetics
  • Deodorants & Fragrances
  • By Price
  • Mass
  • Premium
  • By Gender
  • Male
  • Female
  • Unisex
  • By Distribution Channels
  • Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
  • Speciality Stores
  • Pharmacies/Drug Stores
  • Key Topics Covered in the Report:
    • South Korea Cosmetics Market Size (FY’2023-FY’2033)
    • Overview of South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Segmentation of South Korea Cosmetics Market By Category ({Skin Care(Face Care, Body Care, Lip Care)}, {Hair Care(Shampoo, Conditioners, Others)},{Bath & Showers(Soap, Shower Gels, Others)}, Makeup & Colour Cosmetics, Deodorants &Fragrances).
    • Segmentation of South Korea Cosmetics Market By Price (Mass, Premium).
    • Segmentation of South Korea Cosmetics Market By Gender (Male, Female, Unisex). 
    • Segmentation of South Korea Cosmetics Market By Distribution Channels (Hypermarkets & Supermarkets, Speciality Stores, Pharmacies/ Drug Stores, Online, Others).
    • Statistical Snap of South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Expansion Analysis of South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Problems and Obstacles in South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Competitive Landscape in the South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Details on Current Investment in South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Competitive Analysis of South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • Prominent Players in the South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • SWOT Analysis of South Korea Cosmetics Market
    • South Korea Cosmetics Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2023-FY’2033)
    • Recommendations from Analyst
    1. Introduction
    1.1. Scope of the report
    1.2. Market segment analysis

    2. Research Methodology
    2.1. Research data source
    2.1.1. Secondary Data
    2.1.2. Primary Data
    2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
    2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
    2.2. Market size estimation
    2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
    2.3. Data triangulation

    3. Executive Summary

    4. Market Dynamics
    4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
    4.1.1. Drivers
    4.1.2. Restraints
    4.1.3. Opportunities
    4.1.4. Challenges
    4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the South Korea Cosmetics Market

    5. Market variable and outlook
    5.1. SWOT Analysis
    5.1.1. Strengths
    5.1.2. Weaknesses
    5.1.3. Opportunities
    5.1.4. Threats
    5.2. PESTEL Analysis
    5.2.1. Political Landscape
    5.2.2. Economic Landscape
    5.2.3. Social Landscape
    5.2.4. Technological Landscape
    5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
    5.2.6. Legal Landscape
    5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces 
    5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
    5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
    5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
    5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
    5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
    5.4. Heat Map Analysis

    6. Competitive Landscape
    6.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type 
    6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in South Korea Cosmetics Market

    7. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Category (USD Million)
    7.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Value Share and Forecast, By Category, 2023-2033
    7.2.  Skin Care
    7.2.1.  Face Care
    7.2.2. Body Care
    7.2.3. Lip care
    7.3.  Hair Care
    7.3.1.  Shampoo
    7.3.2. Conditioners
    7.3.3. Others
    7.4. Bath & Showers
    7.4.1.  Soap
    7.4.2. Shower Gels 
    7.4.3. Others
    7.5. Makeup & Colour Cosmetics
    7.6. Deodorants & Fragrances 

    8. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Price (USD Million)
    8.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Value Share and Forecast, By Price, 2023-2033
    8.2.  Mass
    8.3.  Premium

    9. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Gender (USD Million)
    9.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Value Share and Forecast, By Gender, 2023-2033
    9.2.  Male
    9.3.  Female
    9.4.  Unisex

    10. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Distribution Channels (USD Million)
    10.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Value Share and Forecast, By Distribution channels, 2023-2033
    10.2. Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
    10.3. Speciality Stores
    10.4. Pharmacies/Drug Stores
    10.5. Online
    10.6. Others

    11. South Korea Cosmetics Market Forecast, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
    11.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share

    12. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Category, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
    12.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Category (2019-2026)
    12.2. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Category (2027-2033)

    13. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Price, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
    13.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Price(2019-2026)
    13.2. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Price (2027-2033)

    14. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Gender, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
    14.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Gender (2019-2026)
    14.2. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Gender (2027-2033)

    15. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Distribution Channels, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
    15.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Distribution Channels (2019-2026)
    15.2. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Distribution Channels (2027-2033

    16. South Korea Cosmetics Market, By Region, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
    16.1. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Region (2019-2026)
    16.2. South Korea Cosmetics Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
    16.3. Seoul
    16.4. Busan
    16.5. Incheon
    16.6. Daegu
    16.7. Ulsan

    17. Company Profile
    17.1. Able C & C Inc.
    17.1.1. Company details
    17.1.2. Financial outlook
    17.1.3. Product summary 
    17.1.4. Recent developments
    17.2. Amore Pacific Corporation
    17.2.1. Company details
    17.2.2. Financial outlook
    17.2.3. Product summary 
    17.2.4. Recent developments
    17.3. Ko Rendy Cosmetics Inc.
    17.3.1. Company details
    17.3.2. Financial outlook
    17.3.3. Product summary 
    17.3.4. Recent developments
    17.4. LG Household & Health Co. Ltd
    17.4.1. Company details
    17.4.2. Financial outlook
    17.4.3. Product summary 
    17.4.4. Recent developments
    17.5. Procter & Gamble
    17.5.1. Company details
    17.5.2. Financial outlook
    17.5.3. Product summary 
    17.5.4. Recent developments
    17.6. Others
     
    18. List of Abbreviations

    19. Reference Links

    20. Conclusion

    21. Research Scope

    SPER Market Research’s methodology uses great emphasis on primary research to ensure that the market intelligence insights are up to date, reliable and accurate. Primary interviews are done with players involved in each phase of a supply chain to analyze the market forecasting. The secondary research method is used to help you fully understand how the future markets and the spending patterns look likes.

    The report is based on in-depth qualitative and quantitative analysis of the Product Market. The quantitative analysis involves the application of various projection and sampling techniques. The qualitative analysis involves primary interviews, surveys, and vendor briefings.  The data gathered as a result of these processes are validated through experts opinion. Our research methodology entails an ideal mixture of primary and secondary initiatives.

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    Frequently Asked Questions About This Report
    South Korea Cosmetics Market CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period.
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    South Korea Cosmetics Market size is USD 29.87 billion from 2023 to 2033.
    South Korea Cosmetics Market Segment is Covered By Category, By Price, By Gender, By Distribution Channels.
    The Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to have the highest market share in South Korea Cosmetics Market.
    The key players in the market include Companies Covered Able C & C Inc., Amore Pacific Corporation, Ko Rendy Cosmetics Inc., LG Household &Health Co. Ltd., Procter & Gamble, Others.
    The South Korean cosmetics market is known for its highly competitive landscape, characterized by a diverse range of local and international brands vying for consumer attention.
    South Korea Cosmetics Market is projected to reach USD 29.87 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period.
    South Korea Cosmetics Market grew in market size from 2023. The Market is expected to reach USD 29.87 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period.
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