Beauty Ecommerce 2025

How Brands and Retailers Can Reignite Momentum

Cosmetics and beauty has been one of retail’s standout categories over the past several years. But as growth slows, brands and retailers will have to look to new audiences and channels to capture opportunities for expansion.

Key Question: What is the outlook for cosmetics and beauty retail and ecommerce sales?

Key Stat: Online sales growth of cosmetic and beauty products is tapering down, but it remains on track to exceed the overall ecommerce penetration rate, with a quarter of category sales in 2028.

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  1. Executive Summary
  2. Cosmetics and beauty remains one of retail’s fastest-growing categories
  3. More beauty sales are moving online, but at a moderate pace
  4. Competition across channels is intensifying as retailers seek a slice of the fast-growing beauty pie
  1. Amazon is a force to be reckoned with in the beauty space
  2. The beauty path to purchase is becoming more complex
  3. Amid an uncertain future in the US, TikTok Shop is emerging as a potent partner for beauty brands
  4. Gen Alpha is rising to meet Gen Z as influential beauty consumers
  1. Sources
  2. Media Gallery

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