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Beauty & Personal Care - Nepal

Nepal
  • The revenue generated in the Beauty & Personal Care market in Nepal is estimated to reach US$1.91bn in 2025.
  • It is projected that the market will experience an annual growth rate of 3.77% (CAGR 2025-2030).
  • The largest segment within this market is Personal Care, which is expected to have a market volume of US$896.16m in 2025.
  • When compared globally, United States generates the highest revenue in this market, amounting to US$105bn in 2025.
  • In relation to the total population of Nepal, the per person revenue is estimated to be US$60.52 in 2025.
  • Furthermore, it is predicted that 10.6% of the total revenue in the Beauty & Personal Care market in Nepal will be generated through online sales by 2025.
  • Nepal's Beauty & Personal Care market is embracing natural and herbal ingredients, with a focus on traditional Ayurvedic remedies.

Definition:

The Beauty & Personal Care market refers to consumer goods for cosmetics and body care. This market includes various categories such as cosmetics, skin care, personal care, fragrances and beauty tech. Excluded categories are beauty services, such as hairdressers, and professional products. Products that primarily serve medical purposes are also excluded here but are shown as part of the OTC Pharmaceuticals market. All shown sales values refer to the retail value and include sales taxes.

Structure:

The market consists of 5 different segments:

  • The Cosmetics cover face cosmetics, lip cosmetics, eye cosmetics, nails, and natural cosmetics.
  • The Skin Care covers face skin care, body care, sun protecting products, baby & child and natural skin care.
  • The Personal Care covers hair care, shower & bath, oral care, deodorants, shaving, natural and personal care.
  • The Fragrances cover the consumer market for perfume and Eau de Toilette and any fragrances that cover normal body odor.
  • The Beauty tech covers the development and application of digital tools and devices that aim to enhance beauty-related experiences, improve skincare routines, and provide personalized beauty solutions.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue, average revenue per capita, sales channel. The market encompasses retail sales through both online and offline sales channels to private end customers (B2C). For more information on the displayed data, click the info button on the right side of each box.

In-Scope
  • Decorative cosmetics
  • Skin care
  • Personal care
  • Hair care and styling products
  • Perfume and eaux de toilette
Out-Of-Scope
  • Professional products & services
  • Electronic personal care products (hair dryers, shavers)
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    Revenue

    NOTES: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    MOST_RECENT_UPDATE: Feb 2025

    SOURCE: Statista Market Insights

    MOST_RECENT_UPDATE: Feb 2025

    SOURCE: Statista Market Insights

    Sales Channels

    MOST_RECENT_UPDATE: Oct 2024

    SOURCE: Statista Market Insights

    Global Comparison

    MOST_RECENT_UPDATE: Feb 2025

    SOURCE: Statista Market Insights

    Analyst Opinion

    The Beauty & Personal Care market in Nepal is witnessing minimal growth, influenced by factors such as limited product availability, lack of consumer awareness, and economic constraints. Additionally, competition from international brands poses challenges for local players in expanding their reach.

    Customer preferences:
    Consumers in Nepal are increasingly gravitating towards natural and organic beauty products, reflecting a growing awareness of health and sustainability. This shift is influenced by cultural values that prioritize traditional herbal remedies and natural ingredients. Additionally, younger demographics are embracing social media platforms to discover beauty trends, leading to a demand for localized brands that resonate with their lifestyle. The rise of e-commerce is also facilitating access to diverse products, empowering consumers to make informed choices in their beauty routines.

    Trends in the market:
    In Nepal, the Beauty & Personal Care market is experiencing a notable shift towards natural and organic products, driven by an increasing consumer awareness of health and sustainability. This trend highlights a resurgence of traditional herbal remedies, deeply rooted in cultural practices. Young consumers are leveraging social media to explore beauty trends, amplifying demand for local brands that align with their values. E-commerce growth is enhancing product accessibility, enabling consumers to make informed choices, which presents significant opportunities for brands to innovate and cater to evolving preferences.

    Local special circumstances:
    In Nepal, the Beauty & Personal Care market is uniquely influenced by the country's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage, which foster a strong preference for natural and local ingredients. Traditional practices, such as the use of Ayurvedic and herbal formulations, are deeply ingrained in consumer behavior. Additionally, regulatory support for organic certification is encouraging brands to promote sustainable practices. The rise of local artisans and entrepreneurs, combined with a growing interest in ethical consumption, is reshaping market dynamics and creating opportunities for innovative, culturally resonant products.

    Underlying macroeconomic factors:
    The Beauty & Personal Care market in Nepal is significantly influenced by macroeconomic factors, including the country's economic stability, consumer spending power, and the growth of the middle class. As disposable incomes rise, there is an increasing demand for quality beauty products, particularly those that emphasize natural ingredients. Furthermore, global economic trends, such as the shift towards sustainability and ethical consumption, are impacting local consumer preferences. Fiscal policies promoting local production and organic certification strengthen the market, while the burgeoning e-commerce sector enhances accessibility to diverse beauty products, driving further growth and innovation.

    Methodology

    Data coverage:

    The data encompasses B2C enterprises. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations such as population, GDP per capita, and Human Development Index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

    Forecasts:

    In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, multiple forecasting techniques based on different forecasting methods, such as Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) and exponential trend smoothing, can provide the most accurate forecasts.

    Additional notes:

    The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level.

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    Key Market Indicators

    NOTES: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

    MOST_RECENT_UPDATE: Jan 2025

    SOURCE: Statista Market Insights

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