Bio-based Cosmetics

Global Bio-based Cosmetics Market to Reach US$7.0 Billion by 2030

The global market for Bio-based Cosmetics estimated at US$5.2 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$7.0 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Plants, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.7% CAGR and reach US$3.4 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Animals segment is estimated at 5.4% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$1.4 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 9.2% CAGR

The Bio-based Cosmetics market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.4 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$1.5 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 9.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 2.0% and 4.0% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.0% CAGR.

Global Bio-based Cosmetics Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Are Bio-based Cosmetics Gaining Ground Across Global Beauty and Personal Care Markets?
Bio-based cosmetics are gaining traction globally as consumers, regulators, and manufacturers increasingly shift toward sustainable, clean-label, and ethically sourced personal care products. These formulations rely on natural, plant-derived, or fermentation-based ingredients in place of synthetic chemicals, petrochemicals, and microplastics. As environmental concerns and ingredient transparency become critical decision factors, bio-based cosmetics offer an appealing alternative that aligns with evolving expectations around safety, biodegradability, and social responsibility.

This market shift is reinforced by the rising demand for vegan, cruelty-free, and non-toxic beauty products, especially among younger, environmentally conscious consumer segments. Bio-based alternatives are now being adopted across categories including skincare, haircare, makeup, and fragrance. Brands are leveraging biotechnology, green chemistry, and traditional botanical extraction to deliver high-performance formulations with reduced ecological impact—positioning bio-based cosmetics as both a sustainability solution and a premium wellness offering.

How Are Ingredient Innovation and Green Chemistry Accelerating Product Development in Bio-based Cosmetics?
Advances in bioengineering, molecular extraction, and fermentation technology are enabling the development of stable, efficacious bio-actives that rival or surpass synthetic ingredients in performance. Biotechnological platforms are being used to produce bio-identical squalene, hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants using microbial fermentation or enzymatic synthesis. Plant stem cell cultures, algae-based emulsifiers, and natural surfactants are being adopted for their functional benefits and minimal environmental footprint.

Formulators are also using green solvents, biodegradable polymers, and sustainable preservatives to ensure that bio-based claims extend across the full product lifecycle. Third-party certifications (e.g., COSMOS, Ecocert, USDA Organic) are becoming critical trust enablers, while lifecycle assessment tools are helping brands quantify environmental impact. These innovations are enabling the scaling of clean formulations without compromising texture, shelf stability, or sensory appeal—facilitating adoption by both indie brands and multinational conglomerates.

Where Is Demand for Bio-based Cosmetics Accelerating and Which Product Segments Are Leading Growth?
Europe leads the bio-based cosmetics market, supported by strong regulatory frameworks, sophisticated eco-labeling systems, and a mature consumer base attuned to sustainability. North America follows with high demand from health-focused and ingredient-aware demographics. Asia-Pacific is emerging as a high-growth region, particularly in Japan, South Korea, and India, where natural beauty traditions, rising disposable incomes, and digital commerce are catalyzing category expansion.

Key growth segments include facial skincare, serums, and anti-aging products, where bio-based ingredients such as plant oils, flavonoids, and marine extracts are in high demand. Haircare products with plant-based proteins and shampoos free from sulfates and silicones are also gaining popularity. In color cosmetics, plant-derived pigments and biodegradable glitter are being explored for cleaner formulations. Growing demand is also seen in men’s grooming and baby care, where ingredient safety and hypoallergenic formulations are critical purchase drivers.

What Is Fueling the Global Growth of the Bio-based Cosmetics Market?
The global expansion of the bio-based cosmetics market is fueled by a convergence of consumer, regulatory, and corporate sustainability priorities. Heightened awareness of chemical exposure, the microplastic crisis, and deforestation is influencing purchasing behavior toward environmentally and socially responsible beauty products. Regulatory bans on certain synthetic ingredients, combined with labeling transparency initiatives, are further accelerating the shift toward bio-based alternatives.

Investment in sustainable beauty tech, green R&D pipelines, and circular packaging innovations is also driving brand differentiation and market entry. Major cosmetic companies are forming alliances with bioingredient startups, investing in sustainable sourcing, and reformulating legacy SKUs to meet rising ESG expectations. As clean beauty evolves from a niche into a mainstream standard, a key question defines the market trajectory: Can bio-based cosmetic innovators scale ingredient sourcing, maintain functional parity with synthetic benchmarks, and deliver cost-effective, certified solutions that satisfy both ethical and performance-driven consumers?

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Bio-based Cosmetics market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Source (Plants, Animals, Microbes, Other Sources); Material (Vitamins & Derivatives, Ceramides, Peptides, Resveratrol, Potassium Sorbate, Bio-Succinic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Other Materials); Product (Emollients, Conditioning Polymers, Surfactants, Emulsifiers, Rheology Controllers, Antimicrobials, Other Products); Application (Skin Care, Hair Care, Fragrances, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 47 Featured) -

• Acme-Hardesty
• Ashland Inc.
• Avon Products Inc.
• Badger Balm
• BASF SE
• Beauty Kitchen
• Clariant AG
• Corbion N.V.
• Covestro AG
• Croda International Plc
• Dermophisiologique
• Dow Chemical Company
• Dynamic Blending Specialists
• e.l.f. Beauty
• Elementis Plc
• Evonik Industries AG
• GreenVines
• Jurlique
• L`Oréal S.A.
• Lucas Meyer Cosmetics

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