PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1858996
PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1858996
Suncare Products Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025 - 2034
The Global Suncare Products Market was valued at USD 13.4 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% to reach USD 20.4 billion by 2034.
Rising awareness around the harmful effects of UV radiation is significantly shaping consumer habits. More people now recognize the importance of protecting their skin daily, moving away from treating sun protection as a seasonal need. Concerns about sunburn, aging, pigmentation, and skin-related illnesses have encouraged consistent use of SPF products as part of everyday skincare. Increased education, digital content, and support from dermatological voices have fueled the shift, making sun protection a vital lifestyle choice rather than a vacation essential.
| Market Scope | |
|---|---|
| Start Year | 2024 |
| Forecast Year | 2025-2034 |
| Start Value | $13.4 Billion |
| Forecast Value | $20.4 Billion |
| CAGR | 4.3% |
The trend toward clean, natural, and safe formulations is accelerating. Consumers are closely examining product labels and avoiding harmful chemicals, which is prompting brands to deliver reef-safe, vegan, and cruelty-free formulations that meet modern ethical and environmental expectations. Regulatory actions favoring eco-conscious formulations are further pushing manufacturers to invest in research and develop safe and sustainable solutions. Beauty consumers are also demanding products that blend cosmetic benefits with sun protection, helping redefine the positioning of sun care within the broader skincare category.
The sun protection products generated USD 8.6 billion in 2024 and are forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% between 2025 and 2034. Growing knowledge around long-term skin damage is leading consumers to make sunscreen part of their daily self-care regimen. Awareness about conditions like hyperpigmentation, early skin aging, and UV-induced health issues is driving widespread adoption, especially of products offering broad-spectrum protection. Experts, campaigns, and digital platforms continue to normalize SPF usage well beyond sunny days or outdoor activities.
The women segment held a 48.4% share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% through 2034. Their strong participation in skincare routines and proactive approach to preventing sun-related skin concerns make them a vital consumer base. The increasing popularity of products that combine sun protection with skin-enhancing properties like tinted formulas and SPF-infused cosmetics has strengthened product demand in this group. This segment also drives interest in innovative textures, clean ingredients, and higher SPF ratings, which keeps pressure on brands to diversify and upgrade their offerings.
U.S. Suncare Products Market generated USD 3.9 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% through 2034. Growing consumer emphasis on skin health, increasing sun safety awareness, and easy access to product choices across various retail platforms, from e-commerce to drugstores, are key growth factors. Product availability across price points makes SPF accessible to a broad consumer base. High engagement with skincare education and advanced formulations supports long-term market potential in the region.
Key players shaping the Global Suncare Products Market include Coty, Bayer, Kao, Shiseido, Clarins, Johnson & Johnson, Estee Lauder, Revlon, Amorepacific, Beiersdorf, Avon, Unilever, L'Oreal, Procter & Gamble, and Edgewell. Companies competing in the Global Suncare Products Market are deploying strategies focused on clean formulation development, product diversification, and digital engagement. Many are reformulating to remove banned or controversial ingredients and introducing reef-safe, fragrance-free, and mineral-based sunscreens that meet evolving consumer preferences. Brands are also expanding multifunctional offerings like SPF-infused skincare, moisturizers, and color cosmetics to create daily-use appeal. Investments in R&D help innovate high-SPF, lightweight, and water-resistant formats.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
- 1.1 Market scope and definition
- 1.2 Research design
- 1.2.1 Research approach
- 1.2.2 Data collection methods
- 1.3 Data mining sources
- 1.3.1 Global
- 1.3.2 Regional/Country
- 1.4 Base estimates and calculations
- 1.4.1 Base year calculation
- 1.4.2 Key trends for market estimation
- 1.5 Primary research and validation
- 1.5.1 Primary sources
- 1.6 Forecast model
- 1.7 Research assumptions and limitations
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
- 2.1 Industry 360° synopsis
- 2.2 Key market trends
- 2.2.1 Regional
- 2.2.2 Product type
- 2.2.3 Product formulation
- 2.2.4 Form
- 2.2.5 Price range
- 2.2.6 Consumer group
- 2.2.7 Distribution channel
- 2.3 CXO perspectives: Strategic imperatives
- 2.3.1 Key decision points for industry executives
- 2.3.2 Critical success factors for market players
- 2.4 Future outlook and strategic recommendations
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
- 3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
- 3.1.1 Supplier landscape
- 3.1.2 Profit margin analysis
- 3.1.3 Value addition at each stage
- 3.1.4 Factor affecting the value chain
- 3.1.5 Disruptions
- 3.2 Industry impact forces
- 3.2.1 Growth drivers
- 3.2.1.1 Rising awareness of UV-related skin damage
- 3.2.1.2 Demand for natural and organic formulations
- 3.2.1.3 Multifunctional product innovation
- 3.2.1.4 Growth in outdoor and wellness lifestyles
- 3.2.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
- 3.2.2.1 Ingredient scrutiny and regulatory pressure
- 3.2.2.2 High cost of raw materials
- 3.2.1 Growth drivers
- 3.3 Growth potential analysis
- 3.4 Future market trends
- 3.5 Technology and innovation landscape
- 3.5.1 Current technological trends
- 3.5.2 Emerging technologies
- 3.6 Price trends
- 3.6.1 By region
- 3.6.2 By product type
- 3.7 Regulatory landscape
- 3.7.1 Standards and compliance requirements
- 3.7.2 Regional regulatory frameworks
- 3.7.3 Certification standards
- 3.8 Porter's analysis
- 3.9 PESTEL analysis
- 3.10 Consumer behavior analysis
- 3.10.1 Purchasing patterns
- 3.10.2 Preference analysis
- 3.10.3 Regional variations in consumer behavior
- 3.10.4 Impact of e-commerce on buying decisions
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2024
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Company market share analysis
- 4.2.1 By Region
- 4.2.1.1 North America
- 4.2.1.2 Europe
- 4.2.1.3 Asia Pacific
- 4.2.1.4 Latin America
- 4.2.1.5 Middle East & Africa
- 4.2.1 By Region
- 4.3 Company matrix analysis
- 4.4 Competitive analysis of major market players
- 4.5 Competitive positioning matrix
- 4.6 Key developments
- 4.6.1 Mergers & acquisitions
- 4.6.2 Partnerships & collaborations
- 4.6.3 New product launches
- 4.6.4 Expansion plans
Chapter 5 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Product Type, 2021 - 2034, (USD Billion) (Million Units)
- 5.1 Key trends
- 5.2 Sun protection products
- 5.3 After sun products
- 5.4 Others
Chapter 6 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Product Formulation, 2021 - 2034, (USD Billion) (Million Units)
- 6.1 Key trends
- 6.2 Chemical sunscreens
- 6.3 Mineral sunscreens
Chapter 7 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Form, 2021 - 2034, (USD Billion) (Million Units)
- 7.1 Key trends
- 7.2 Lotion
- 7.3 Spray
- 7.4 Gel
- 7.5 Stick
- 7.6 Others
Chapter 8 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Price, 2021 - 2034, (USD Billion) (Million Units)
- 8.1 Key trends
- 8.2 Low
- 8.3 Medium
- 8.4 High
Chapter 9 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Consumer Group, 2021 - 2034, (USD Billion) (Million Units)
- 9.1 Key trends
- 9.2 Men
- 9.3 Women
- 9.4 Kids
Chapter 10 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2034, (USD Billion) (Million Units)
- 10.1 Key trends
- 10.2 Online
- 10.2.1 E-commerce websites
- 10.2.2 Company-owned websites
- 10.3 Offline
- 10.3.1 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
- 10.3.2 Specialty stores
- 10.3.3 Others
Chapter 11 Market Estimates & Forecast, By Region, 2021 - 2034, (USD Billion) (Million Units)
- 11.1 Key trends
- 11.2 North America
- 11.2.1 U.S.
- 11.2.2 Canada
- 11.3 Europe
- 11.3.1 Germany
- 11.3.2 UK
- 11.3.3 France
- 11.3.4 Italy
- 11.3.5 Spain
- 11.4 Asia Pacific
- 11.4.1 China
- 11.4.2 India
- 11.4.3 Japan
- 11.4.4 South Korea
- 11.4.5 Australia
- 11.4.6 Indonesia
- 11.4.7 Malaysia
- 11.5 Latin America
- 11.5.1 Brazil
- 11.5.2 Mexico
- 11.5.3 Argentina
- 11.6 MEA
- 11.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 11.6.2 UAE
- 11.6.3 South Africa
Chapter 12 Company Profiles
- 12.1 Amorepacific
- 12.2 Avon
- 12.3 Bayer
- 12.4 Beiersdorf
- 12.5 Clarins
- 12.6 Coty
- 12.7 Edgewell
- 12.8 Johnson & Johnson
- 12.9 Kao
- 12.10 L'Oreal
- 12.11 Procter & Gamble
- 12.12 Revlon
- 12.13 Shiseido
- 12.14 Estee Lauder
- 12.15 Unilever
