Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Product, By Region and Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

Global Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market was valued at USD 562.47 Million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 698.70 Million by 2030 with a CAGR of 3.88%. Emulsifiers play a vital role in the formulation of personal care products, acting as stabilizing agents that enable the effective blending of oil and water phases. Their presence is essential in a wide range of products including creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, sunscreens, and makeup. A key factor contributing to the growth of this market is the increasing consumer inclination toward natural, organic, and clean-label personal care products.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 562.47 Million
Market Size 2030	USD 698.70 Million
CAGR 2025-2030	3.88%
Fastest Growing Segment	Ethoxylated/Propoxylated Emulsifiers
Largest Market	North America

As consumers become more conscious of product ingredients and their environmental impact, there is rising demand for emulsifiers derived from natural sources such as plant oils, algae, and biodegradable compounds. However, the market is not without its challenges. Regulatory compliance remains a major consideration, particularly as regional and international bodies continue to introduce stricter guidelines concerning ingredient safety and environmental impact.

Key Market Drivers

Growth in Personal Care Industry

The global Beauty & Personal Care market is projected to generate revenue of USD 677.19 billion in 2025. In spite of ongoing global economic challenges, the U.S. market remains resilient, driven by sustained consumer demand particularly for organic and natural product offerings. The rapid expansion of the global personal care industry is a primary driver of growth in the emulsifiers market within this sector. Emulsifiers, key ingredients that help blend oil and water-based components are essential in the formulation of a wide range of personal care products, including creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, and cosmetics.

As consumer demand for high-performance, multifunctional, and aesthetically appealing products continues to rise, manufacturers are increasingly relying on advanced emulsifier systems to enhance product stability, texture, and efficacy. The United States continues to lead the global economy in household disposable income, with an average net disposable income of USD 51,147 per household. Luxembourg ranks second, with an average of USD 44,773 in disposable income. The global personal care market's growth fueled by factors such as rising disposable incomes, urbanization, increased beauty consciousness, and evolving grooming habits has directly translated into higher consumption of emulsifiers.

Key Market Challenges

High Raw Material Costs

One of the primary challenges facing the global emulsifiers market in the personal care sector is the volatility and sustained increase in raw material costs. Emulsifiers are often derived from both petrochemical and natural sources, including palm oil, coconut oil, and other plant-based feedstocks. Fluctuations in global commodity prices, driven by factors such as climate change, geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions, and shifting agricultural policies, have significantly impacted the cost and availability of these inputs. Additionally, the growing demand for sustainably sourced and certified raw materials further contributes to price inflation, as these alternatives often carry a premium.

For manufacturers, rising input costs can erode profit margins and force difficult trade-offs between pricing, formulation quality, and competitiveness. Smaller producers, in particular, may face heightened pressure due to their limited purchasing power and dependence on third-party suppliers. As a result, managing raw material costs has become a strategic priority, requiring companies to invest in supply chain resilience, explore alternative ingredients, and optimize formulations without compromising performance or consumer expectations.

Key Market Trends

Surge in Natural and Sustainable Emulsifiers

The global emulsifiers in personal care market is witnessing a significant trend toward the adoption of natural and sustainable emulsifiers. The Wrinkle Smoothing Serum utilizes the PEG-free oil-in-water emulsifier dermofeel NC MB. By combining this emulsifier with naturally derived thickeners, the serum achieves the desired viscosity while aligning with the growing market demand for "microplastic-free" formulations. This cost-effective emulsifier presents a viable alternative to PEG-based emulsifiers such as Glyceryl Stearate/PEG-100 Stearate. This shift is largely driven by growing consumer awareness and demand for environmentally friendly and health-conscious personal care products.

Consumers are increasingly scrutinizing product ingredients, favoring formulations that are free from synthetic chemicals and derived from renewable resources. In response, manufacturers are prioritizing the development and incorporation of emulsifiers sourced from natural origins such as plant-based oils, sugars, and biodegradable materials. These sustainable emulsifiers not only meet consumer expectations but also align with stricter regulatory frameworks aimed at reducing environmental impact.

Key Market Players

ADM
BASF SE
dsm-firmenich
Evonik Industries AG
Kerry Group Plc
Palsgaard A/S
Puratos Group
Spartan Chemical Company Inc.
Stepan Company
The Dow Chemical Company

Report Scope

In this report, the Global Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market, By Product:

Ethoxylated/Propoxylated Emulsifiers
Silicone Based
Glyceryl Esters
Sucrose Esters
Alkyl Polyglycosides
Polyglyceryl-based
Others

Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

4. Impact of COVID-19 on Global Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market

5. Global Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Product (Ethoxylated/Propoxylated Emulsifiers, Silicone Based, Glyceryl Esters, Sucrose Esters, Alkyl Polyglycosides, Polyglyceryl-based, Others)
- 5.2.2. By Region
- 5.2.3. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Product
- 6.2.2. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 6.3.2. Mexico Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 6.3.3. Canada Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Product

7. Europe Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Product
- 7.2.2. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. France Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.2. Germany Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.4. Italy Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.5. Spain Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Product

8. Asia Pacific Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Product
- 8.2.2. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.2. India Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.3. South Korea Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.4. Japan Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.5. Australia Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Product

9. South America Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Product
- 9.2.2. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Brazil Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 9.3.2. Argentina Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 9.3.3. Colombia Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Product

10. Middle East and Africa Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Product
- 10.2.2. By Country
10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. South Africa Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 10.3.3. UAE Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Product

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Disruptions: Conflicts, Pandemics and Trade Barriers

14. Global Emulsifiers in Personal Care Market: SWOT Analysis

15. Porters Five Forces Analysis

15.1. Competition in the Industry
15.2. Potential of New Entrants
15.3. Power of Suppliers
15.4. Power of Customers
15.5. Threat of Substitute Products

16. Competitive Landscape

16.1. ADM
- 16.1.1. Business Overview
- 16.1.2. Company Snapshot
- 16.1.3. Products & Services
- 16.1.4. Financials (As Reported)
- 16.1.5. Recent Developments
- 16.1.6. Key Personnel Details
- 16.1.7. SWOT Analysis
16.2. BASF SE
16.3. dsm-firmenich
16.4. Evonik Industries AG
16.5. Kerry Group Plc
16.6. Palsgaard A/S
16.7. Puratos Group
16.8. Spartan Chemical Company Inc.
16.9. Stepan Company
16.10. The Dow Chemical Company