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Biodegradable Applicator

Makeup and skincare applicators are made with biodegradable materials

Trend - The cosmetic industry is becoming slightly more eco-friendly with some brands in this space offering makeup and skincare applicators that are biodegradable. Everything from facial cleansing pads to makeup-applying sponges are being made with biodegradable materials.

Insight - A major motivator for consumers looking to purchase products now is if the brands in question have production processes and uphold values that align with consumers' own ethical values. These include everything from equality and diversity to environmental consciousness.
Workshop Question - How is your brand aligning with consumers' personal values?
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Beauty Applicators - More and more cosmetic brands are making makeup and skincare applicators with biodegradable materials which is an opportunity for brands to stand out by offering eco-friendly alternatives.
2. Incorporating Niacinamide in Skincare Products - Popular skincare ingredient niacinamide is increasingly being incorporated in facial wipes, boosting benefits and creating an opportunity for brands to tap into this trend.
3. Convenient Makeup Application Solutions - Companies like Majic Beauty are creating innovative new ways to apply makeup with products like stick-on eyeshadow, presenting an opportunity for brands to showcase more convenient and hygienic alternatives to traditional makeup application techniques.
Industry Implications
1. Cosmetics Industry - Brands within the cosmetics industry could benefit from incorporating eco-friendly beauty applicators and niacinamide into their product lines to appeal to ethically-conscious and skincare-oriented consumers.
2. Personal Care Industry - Companies within the personal care industry can capitalize on the trend of convenient makeup application solutions by offering innovative new products and expanding their range of offerings in this space.
3. Sustainability Industry - The trend of biodegradable beauty products offers companies within the sustainability industry an opportunity to expand into the beauty sector and introduce more eco-friendly options to consumers.
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