Report Overview

Muslim population’s strong and wide presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, surging demand for halal certification compliance, growing health and wellness awareness among people, thriving e-commerce platforms, and increased participation of women in the region’s workforce are projected to propel the expansion of GCC Halal Cosmetics Market at an impressive growth rate during forecast period between 2022 and 2028.

GCC Halal Cosmetics Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2028

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Halal Cosmetics Market size is expected to expand at a steady CAGR of 16.2% during the forecast period between 2022 and 2028. Major growth factors for GCC halal cosmetics market include strong and wide presence and growing Muslim population and increasing demand for halal certification compliance. Rising consumer awareness regarding prevalent health concerns due to synthetic and alcohol-based cosmetics ingredients and their focus to avoid them are driving the growth of overall market. GCC halal cosmetics market is also being driven by the increasing participation of women in the region’s workforce, which is fueling the sale of high-quality and premium halal cosmetics. Numerous foreign competitors are including halal cosmetics into their product lines to meet the special demands and preferences of GCC consumers. Furthermore, the growing popularity of e-commerce platforms that offer unique product and service options, such as door-step delivery and secure online payments, is expected to propel the market for halal cosmetics across the Gulf cooperation council region.

GCC Halal Cosmetics Market – Overview

Halal is an Arabic term meaning lawful or permissible for the followers of Islam. It is applicable on food and drinks as well as all aspects of daily life. Halal is a pure and safe seal, ensuring products of superior quality. Usually, consumption of pork, alcohol, and blood is forbidden or deemed Haram under Islamic law due to which it is important for Muslims to learn the product’s origin and ingredients before consumption or applying to bodies. The ingredients in halal cosmetics include plant-derived extracts, vitamins, and antioxidants. The surging demand for natural and plant-based products by consumers is due to awareness of sustainable living practices and environmental issues. As a result, consumers are increasingly turning to halal-certified cosmetics, which is expected to propel the GCC halal cosmetics market forward.

GCC Halal Cosmetics Market

Growth Drivers

Growing consumer awareness regarding natural and eco-friendly cosmetics

The rising awareness of the detrimental consequences of synthetic chemicals used in traditional cosmetics has resulted in a surge in the popularity of organic, vegan, and eco-friendly cosmetics. As a result, the demand for halal cosmetics is increasing. Furthermore, the working-class population is one of the prospective customers of halal cosmetic products, presenting a significant growth opportunity for the Gulf Cooperation Council Halal Cosmetics Market.

Increasing consumer demand for product quality and safety

Oils, organic solvents, proteins, antioxidants, and plant extracts are common constituents in Halal cosmetics. Halal cosmetics are made in accordance with halal requirements, and the manufacturers closely check the products to ensure that they meet the halal grade. Furthermore, according to Islamic law, the substances used in these cosmetics must not contain any human or pig body parts or blood. Products should also be manufactured and transported in sanitary conditions. As a result, the safety and quality of halal certified cosmetics standards are stricter than the commercially available standard cosmetics products. Therefore, increasing demand from consumer for cosmetics’ quality and safety are expected to propel the growth of GCC halal cosmetics market.

Restraints

High halal cosmetic products

Halal cosmetics are not necessarily more expensive than conventional cosmetics, although few factors can contribute to their higher price tag. First, the ingredients used in halal cosmetics must meet strict Islamic guidelines, which can sometimes be more expensive than conventional ingredients. Additionally, halal cosmetics are often produced in smaller batches than conventional cosmetics, which can also drive up the expense. Finally, the halal certification process as well as surging Muslim population demanding for halal-certified cosmetics can also add to the cost of these products. Consequently, these few factors may hinder the growth of halal cosmetics market in the Muslim dominant GCC region.

Impact of COVID–19 on GCC Halal Cosmetics Market

COVID-19 pandemic adversely affected halal cosmetics market in GCC. The market witnessed a significant decline in demand as tourism and travel had been restricted. People were also cautious to travel during the pandemic. The outbreak reduced output as many factories and manufacturing plants had been forced to close. As a result, some halal cosmetics were in short supply. Because of the pandemic, small-scale manufacturers of halal cosmetics in developing countries, such as India and Malaysia, faced price fluctuations and economic uncertainty. Regardless of these obstacles, the GCC halal cosmetics market is recovering and is expected to grow further in the coming years due to growing demand for natural cosmetics and personal care products online supply chain benefits, growing consumer awareness for sustainable living practices and environmental issues by using non-halal cosmetic products.

GCC Halal Cosmetics Market

Segmental Coverage

GCC Halal Cosmetics Market - By Product Type

On basis of product type, GCC halal cosmetics market has two major segments: Personal Care and Color Cosmetics. The personal care segment is further segmented into skin care, hair care, and fragrances. Similarly, the color cosmetics segment is further divided into face cosmetics, eyes cosmetics, lips cosmetics, and nail cosmetics. The skincare segment under personal care held the highest market share in 2021, as consumers prefer skin care products to maintain their skin health and glow. In addition, the increasing awareness and acceptance of halal skincare products among consumers as well as growing preference of skincare and makeup products are the primary growth factors for GCC halal cosmetics market.

GCC Halal Cosmetics Market - By Distribution Channel

Based on distribution channel, GCC halal cosmetics market is categorized into Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, and Online Stores. The online stores segment holds the highest market share for halal cosmetics due to increasing internet and smartphones penetration in the developing Muslim countries. In addition, the e-commerce business is attempting to diversify and cover as much ground as possible to increase the sales.

GCC Halal Cosmetics Market - By Country

Regionally, GCC halal cosmetics market covers major countries, such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. Among them, Saudi Arabia holds the highest market share of the GCC halal cosmetics market. The country is also expected to continue its dominance during the period in analysis. Applying make-up is becoming more accepted in Saudi Arabia due to a change in socio-cultural norms. The country's strong religious views are growing rapidly for halal-certified products and making it an appealing market for cosmetic manufacturers to develop better items.

Competitive Landscape

Gulf cooperation council halal cosmetics market is fiercely competitive. Prominent players in GCC halal cosmetics market include Amara Halal Cosmetics, Clara International Beauty Group, Iba Cosmetics, Lush, OnePure LLC, PHB Ethical Beauty Ltd, Sampure Minerals, and The Halal Cosmetics Company. To further enhance their presence in the market, these major companies are primarily focused on the development of innovative and efficient products, new product releases, market initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, and other collaborative activities.

Recent Developments

• In August 2021 - Kao Corporation, a Japan-based manufacturer of halal approved cosmetics, partnered with Lion Corporation, a detergent, soap, pharmaceutical, and oral hygiene product maker in Japan, to design recyclable packaging and reduce their plastic footprint.

Scope of the Report

By Product Type

• Personal Care

• Color Cosmetics

By Distribution Channel

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets

• Specialty Stores

• Online Stores

• Others

By Country

• Saudi Arabia

• UAE

• Qatar

• Bahrain

• Kuwait

• Oman