Priorities in hair shift from aesthetic to well being
Implications - The health-conscious wave has reached new heights as it permeates the hair industry. Previously built on pure aesthetics and often unhealthy and extreme treatments such as perms or dyes, careful coiffures are now focused more on the well-being of hair. This speaks to a shift in what is perceived as beautiful, moving more toward health than fussy good looks.
Trend Themes
1. Hair Health-focused Products - The trend toward hair health-consciousness has led to an increase in products that take hair health and wellness into consideration.
2. Natural and Organic Ingredients - As consumers become increasingly aware of the need for healthier products, natural and organic ingredients are becoming more commonly used in the hair industry.
3. Multi-functional Hair Products - Consumers are looking for hair products that serve more than one purpose and can create a holistic approach to haircare and maintenance.
Industry Implications
1. Beauty and Personal Care - The hair industry is part of the beauty and personal care industry, which is always looking for new ways to innovate its products and services.
2. Sustainability - As consumers become more concerned with the environment, the beauty and personal care industry needs to look for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.
3. Wellness and Healthcare - As hair products become focused on the health and wellness of the user's hair, the industry may begin to intersect with the healthcare sector.