Through market attractiveness analysis, total addressable market evaluation, company benchmarking matrices, interactive Excel dashboards, expanded supply chain intelligence, emerging startup coverage, and detailed product insights, The Business Research Company’s 2026 market reports provide more actionable and strategically valuable research.
#Personal Care Emollients Market Size And Revenue Forecast Through 2030
The market for personal care emollients has demonstrated substantial expansion in recent years. It is projected to increase from $2.16 billion in 2025 to $2.27 billion in 2026, showing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. This past growth can be attributed to various factors, including the expansion of the skincare industry, a rise in consciousness regarding skin health, elevated demand for moisturizing products, the widespread consumption of cosmetics, and progress in the creation of synthetic emollients.
The personal care emollients market is expected to show steady growth in the coming years. Its worth is predicted to hit $2.76 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0%. This projected expansion during the forecast period is largely fueled by elements such as the rise of clean beauty products, an increasing demand for dermatological formulations, the wider range of men’s grooming products, innovations in bio-based emollients, and a rise in available disposable income. Significant trends anticipated for this timeframe include a heightened demand for natural emollients, their expanded use in products tailored for sensitive skin, the development of diverse multifunctional emollients, their increased inclusion in premium cosmetic goods, and a focus on providing long-lasting skin hydration.
Download A Free Sample Report For Comprehensive Market Insights:
Personal Care Emollients Market Growth Factors Supporting Long-Term Expansion
The rising demand for skin care is projected to stimulate the expansion of the personal care emollients market in the future. Skin care encompasses a variety of methods and items utilized to maintain and improve the skin’s health, look, and function. The need for skin care products is growing due to increased awareness of personal appearance and wellness, influenced by social media and improved access to skincare information. Personal care emollients support skincare by softening and hydrating the skin, creating a defensive layer that prevents moisture loss and enhances skin texture, resulting in a smoother and more moisturized feel. For instance, in 2023, as per Cosmetics Europe, a Belgium-based personal care association, 500 million consumers in Europe use personal care products daily to enhance their well-being and protect their health. Additionally, the personal care industry contributes approximately USD 31.23 billion (€29 billion) to the European economy each year. Thus, the increasing demand for skin care is propelling the growth of the personal care emollients market.
Personal Care Emollients Market Segment Analysis: What Are The Major Market Categories?
The personal care emollients market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product Type: Natural Emollients, Synthetic Emollients
2) By Functional Type: Occlusive Emollients, Lubricating (Skin-Softening) Emollients, Humectant-Emollient Blends
3) By Form: Oils, Butters & Waxes, Esters, Silicones, Fatty Alcohols & Fatty Acids
4) By Application: Body Care, Face Care, Hair Care, Lip Care
Subsegments:
1) By Natural Emollients: Vegetable Oils, Plant Butters, Natural Waxes, Lanolin & Derivatives
2) By Synthetic Emollients: Emollient Esters, Silicone Emollients, Mineral Oil & Petrolatum Derivatives, Synthetic Hydrocarbons
Personal Care Emollients Market Industry Trends Shaping Future Revenue Growth
Leading companies within the personal care emollients market are prioritizing the development of sophisticated products, such as natural-based emulsifiers, to meet the rising consumer demand for sustainable and skin-friendly options. Natural-based emulsifiers are substances derived from plants or naturally occurring sources, utilized to stabilize emulsions in personal care items. A notable example is BASF SE, a German chemical company, which introduced Emulgade Verde in October 2024. This product is a natural-based, biodegradable emulsifier line specifically formulated for mild, sustainable, and versatile personal care applications. It supports cold processing, benefits sensitive skin, and complies with various certification standards.
Personal Care Emollients Market Leading Companies Driving Competitive Growth
Major companies operating in the personal care emollients market are Cargill Corporation, BASF SE, Procter & Gamble, Unilever plc, The Dow Chemical Company, L’Oréal S.A., Evonik Industries AG, Sasol Limited, Eastman Chemical Company, Lonza AG, Clariant AG, AAK Sweden AB, Croda International Plc., Ashland Inc, Momentive Performance Materials Inc., Innospec Inc, Sonneborn LLC, The HallStar Company, Vantage Specialty Ingredients Inc, Stephenson Group, Yasham, Berg + Schmidt GmbH.
Access The Complete Personal Care Emollients Market Report:
Personal Care Emollients Market Leading Geography: Which Region Generates The Most Revenue?
North America was the largest region in the personal care emollients market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the personal care emollients market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
Get in touch with us:
The Business Research Company: https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/
Americas: +1 310-496-7795
Asia: +44 7882 955267 & +91 8897263534
Europe: +44 7882 955267
Email us at: marketing@tbrc.info
Follow us on:
LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/company/the-business-research-company
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC24_fI0rV8cR5DxlCpgmyFQ
Global Market Model: https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/global-market-model
Wasay has over a decade of experience in market research, data modelling, and analytics, with prior experience at GlobalData and Decision Tree Consulting Services. At The Business Research Company , he leads research operations across syndicated studies, customized consulting engagements, and the Global Market Model platform. His professional experience includes supporting organizations such as Boston Consulting Group, KPMG, and Ernst & Young. Wasay holds a degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering, postgraduate management qualifications from International Management Institute Belgium and Indian School of Business and Entrepreneurship, and completed the Integrated Program in Business Analytics from Indian Institute of Management Indore.
