UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market
Description
UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market Trends
The UK sun care cosmetics market size was estimated to reach USD 527.3 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2025 to 2033. The UK sun care cosmetics industry is driven by increasing awareness of skin health and the long-term risks of sun exposure, such as premature aging and skin cancer.
Rising consumer preference for multifunctional skincare products, combining sun protection with moisturizing, anti-aging, or tinted formulas, is fueling demand. The UK’s growing interest in dermatologically tested, sensitive-skin-friendly formulations and reef-safe or eco-certified products contributes to market growth.
European sunscreen products are regulated under the EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/200. These regulations mandate strict safety, efficacy, and labeling standards. Sunscreens must provide both UVB and UVA protection (with UVA coverage of at least one-third of the SPF), undergo standardized testing (e.g., ISO 24444 for SPF, ISO 24443 for in vitro UVA), and display clear SPF levels, UVA logos, usage instructions, reapplication advice, and precautionary statements. Product claims are tightly controlled: terms like “sunblock,” “100% protection,” or “all day protection” are prohibited, and maximum SPF is capped at “50+.”
In the UK, mineral and hybrid sunscreens are gaining momentum, particularly among eco-conscious consumers and those with sensitive skin. The market prefers reef-safe formulations featuring non-nano zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, with advancements in dispersion technology enhancing their cosmetic elegance. Brands like Green People, REN Clean Skincare, and Pai Skincare are widely recognized for their transparency, certified organic ingredients, and skin-friendly formulations, aligning with the growing demand for clean, sustainable sun protection.
Personalization is becoming a key trend in the sun care industry, driven by advancements in AI and digital diagnostics. Modern beauty tech enables consumers to receive tailored product recommendations based on skin tone, type, lifestyle, and even the local UV index. This focus on hyper-personalization is making sun protection more accessible and inclusive, catering to diverse skin tones, texture preferences, and individual SPF requirements. For example, UK-based brand No7 (by Boots) leverages skin analysis tools to offer personalized skincare and sun protection solutions, enhancing user experience and daily SPF compliance.
UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the UK sun care cosmetics market report based on product, type, and distribution channel.
The UK sun care cosmetics market size was estimated to reach USD 527.3 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2025 to 2033. The UK sun care cosmetics industry is driven by increasing awareness of skin health and the long-term risks of sun exposure, such as premature aging and skin cancer.
Rising consumer preference for multifunctional skincare products, combining sun protection with moisturizing, anti-aging, or tinted formulas, is fueling demand. The UK’s growing interest in dermatologically tested, sensitive-skin-friendly formulations and reef-safe or eco-certified products contributes to market growth.
European sunscreen products are regulated under the EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/200. These regulations mandate strict safety, efficacy, and labeling standards. Sunscreens must provide both UVB and UVA protection (with UVA coverage of at least one-third of the SPF), undergo standardized testing (e.g., ISO 24444 for SPF, ISO 24443 for in vitro UVA), and display clear SPF levels, UVA logos, usage instructions, reapplication advice, and precautionary statements. Product claims are tightly controlled: terms like “sunblock,” “100% protection,” or “all day protection” are prohibited, and maximum SPF is capped at “50+.”
In the UK, mineral and hybrid sunscreens are gaining momentum, particularly among eco-conscious consumers and those with sensitive skin. The market prefers reef-safe formulations featuring non-nano zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, with advancements in dispersion technology enhancing their cosmetic elegance. Brands like Green People, REN Clean Skincare, and Pai Skincare are widely recognized for their transparency, certified organic ingredients, and skin-friendly formulations, aligning with the growing demand for clean, sustainable sun protection.
Personalization is becoming a key trend in the sun care industry, driven by advancements in AI and digital diagnostics. Modern beauty tech enables consumers to receive tailored product recommendations based on skin tone, type, lifestyle, and even the local UV index. This focus on hyper-personalization is making sun protection more accessible and inclusive, catering to diverse skin tones, texture preferences, and individual SPF requirements. For example, UK-based brand No7 (by Boots) leverages skin analysis tools to offer personalized skincare and sun protection solutions, enhancing user experience and daily SPF compliance.
UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the UK sun care cosmetics market report based on product, type, and distribution channel.
- Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Tinted Moisturizers
- SPF Foundation
- SPF BB Creams
- SPF primers
- SPF Sunscreen
- Others
- Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Conventional
- Organic
- Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
- Specialty Stores
- E-Commerce
- Others
Table of Contents
90 Pages
- Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Research & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
- Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Snapshot
- 2.2. Product Outlook
- 2.3. Type Outlook
- 2.4. Distribution Channel Outlook
- 2.5. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
- Chapter 3. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market Variables and Trends
- 3.1. Market Introduction
- 3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
- 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Raw Material/Ingredient Analysis & Trends
- 3.4. Regulatory Framework
- 3.5. Market Dynamics
- 3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.5.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.5.4. Market Challenges
- 3.6. Industry Analysis Tools
- 3.6.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 3.7. Market Entry Strategies
- Chapter 4. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market, By Product: Key Takeaways
- 4.2. Product type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 4.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Product type, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.3.1. Tinted Moisturizers
- 4.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.3.2. SPF Foundation
- 4.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.3.3. SPF BB Creams
- 4.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.3.4. SPF Primers
- 4.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.3.5. SPF Sunscreen
- 4.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.3.6. Others
- 4.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 5. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market: Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market, By Type: Key Takeaways
- 5.2. Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 5.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Type, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.1. Conventional
- 5.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.3.2. Organic
- 5.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 6. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market: Distribution Channel Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market, By Distribution Channel: Key Takeaways
- 6.2. Distribution Channel Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 6.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.1. Hypermarket and Supermarket
- 6.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.2. Specialty Stores
- 6.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.3. E- Commerce
- 6.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.3.4. Others
- 6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 7. UK Sun Care Cosmetics Market: Competitive Analysis
- 7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis by Key Market Participants
- 7.2. Company Categorization
- 7.3. Participant’s Overview
- 7.4. Financial performance
- 7.5. Product Benchmarking
- 7.6. Company Market Share Analysis, 2024 (%)
- 7.7. Company Heat Map Analysis, 2024
- 7.8. Strategy Mapping
- 7.9. Company Profiles
- 7.9.1. Unilever PLC
- 7.9.1.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.1.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.1.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.2. Procter & Gamble
- 7.9.2.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.2.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.2.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.3. The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
- 7.9.3.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.3.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.3.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.4. The Boots Company PLC.
- 7.9.4.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.4.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.4.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.5. Groupe Clarins
- 7.9.5.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.5.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.5.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.6. L'Oréal Groupe
- 7.9.6.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.6.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.6.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.7. Coty Inc.
- 7.9.7.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.7.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.7.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.8. Kenvue Brands LLC
- 7.9.8.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.8.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.8.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.9. Beiersdorf AG
- 7.9.9.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.9.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.9.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 7.9.10. Supergoop
- 7.9.10.1. Company Overview
- 7.9.10.2. Financial performance
- 7.9.10.3. Service Portfolios
- 7.9.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
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