The Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Size is valued at USD 252.3 Mn in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 429.8 Mn by the year 2031 at an 7.1% CAGR during the forecast period for 2024-2031.
The approach associated with upcycling beauty ingredients is to create new, more valuable products, materials, or systems out of processing and manufacturing waste and byproducts. Reducing food waste and implementing a circular manufacturing process has modified the choices made by companies regarding ingredients and production of cosmetics. Companies promote the use of byproducts as new materials or products for the skin, hair, and body that either improve environmental value or offer greater quality.
Made from organic wastes such as coffee grounds, fruit peels, and seeds, these ingredients are processed to be safe while retaining their beneficial properties for cosmetic applications across a wide range of products, including exfoliating scrubs, oils, and hair care items. For example, it was recently expended coffee grounds that became a star for many body scrubs due to their natural abrasive property, while by-products of avocado are turned into active cosmetic ingredients.
This practice in upcycling cosmetics does inspire a bigger trend of zero waste and sustainable beauty. Zero waste beauty is about minimizing the amount of waste produced in the lifecycle of any product. Perhaps one of the key principles under this movement is pursuing a closeloop system, sustainable packaging, and biodegradable ingredients. Sustainable beauty encompasses a broader perspective about the definition of ethics in sourcing and sourcing associated with water conservation, as well as fair trade. The primary driver behind this is growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products, where consumers are looking for brands that will take environmental responsibility and avoid waste, making upcycled ingredients sound very appealing in the market.
The upcycled cosmetic ingredients market is segmented by applications. By application the market is segmented into skin care, hair care, color cosmetics.
The skin care segment is driving the growth of the upcycled cosmetic ingredients market, fueled by rising demand for natural, sustainable products and innovative solutions. Consumers increasingly prefer eco-friendly, organic ingredients like coffee grounds, fruit peel extracts, and seed oils, which are rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Upcycling transforms food waste into valuable, functional ingredients that support exfoliation, hydration, and overall skin health while reducing environmental impact. Brands like Givaudan with Koffee’Up and P2 Science, Inc. are leading this trend by leveraging upcycled materials to create effective, sustainable products that resonate with eco-conscious buyers.
North America, followed by the U.S., can be said to lead in the global upcycled cosmetic ingredients market because of some major international manufacturers who are increasingly using sustainable ingredients in their productions. Not only big players in the region are utilizing locally produced natural ingredients, including upcycled, but many smaller companies as well, which have made the region dominate. The growing demand for cosmetic products that contain natural ingredients, organic, and eco-friendly forces manufacturers to place a premium on upcycling. North America also possesses a sustainable waste management infrastructure, which supports the processing of these ingredients. Demand for green products is likely to maintain North America on top of the market in the future.
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Report Attribute |
Specifications |
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Market Size Value In 2022 |
USD 252.3 Mn |
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Revenue Forecast In 2031 |
USD 429.8 Mn |
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Growth Rate CAGR |
CAGR of 7.1% from 2024 to 2031 |
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Quantitative Units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Bn and CAGR from 2024 to 2031 |
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Historic Year |
2019 to 2023 |
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Forecast Year |
2024-2031 |
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Report Coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
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Segments Covered |
By Applications and By Region |
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Regional Scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
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Country Scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; France; Italy; Spain; South Korea; Southeast Asia |
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Competitive Landscape |
Givaudan SA, Symrise, Cargill, Incorporated, OLVEA Group, Mibelle AG, P2 Science, Inc., RAHN AG, Hair O'right International Corporation, Lignopure GmbH, SOPHIM, Innomost |
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Customization Scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report, Modifications to the regional and segment scope. Geographic competitive landscape. |
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Pricing and Available Payment Methods |
Explore pricing alternatives that are customized to your particular study requirements. |
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Incremental Opportunity Analysis (US$ MN), 2024-2031
4.8. Global Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping (US$ Mn), 2023-2031
4.9. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis, By Key Player (2023)
4.10. Use/impact of AI on Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Industry Trends
Chapter 5. Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Segmentation 1: By Application, Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Market Share by Application, 2023 & 2031
5.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following Applications:
5.2.1. Skin Care
5.2.2. Hair Care
5.2.3. Color Cosmetics
Chapter 6. Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Segmentation 2: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Global Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market, Regional Snapshot 2023 & 2031
6.2. North America
6.2.1. North America Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2024-2031
6.2.1.1. US
6.2.1.2. Canada
6.2.2. North America Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
6.3. Europe
6.3.1. Europe Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2024-2031
6.3.1.1. Germany
6.3.1.2. U.K.
6.3.1.3. France
6.3.1.4. Italy
6.3.1.5. Spain
6.3.1.6. Rest of Europe
6.3.2. Europe Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
6.4. Asia Pacific
6.4.1. Asia Pacific Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2024-2031
6.4.1.1. India
6.4.1.2. China
6.4.1.3. Japan
6.4.1.4. Australia
6.4.1.5. South Korea
6.4.1.6. Hong Kong
6.4.1.7. Southeast Asia
6.4.1.8. Rest of Asia Pacific
6.4.2. Asia Pacific Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
6.5. Latin America
6.5.1. Latin America Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2024-2031
6.5.1.1. Brazil
6.5.1.2. Mexico
6.5.1.3. Rest of Latin America
6.5.2. Latin America Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
6.6. Middle East & Africa
6.6.1. Middle East & Africa Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031
6.6.1.1. GCC Countries
6.6.1.2. Israel
6.6.1.3. South Africa
6.6.1.4. Rest of Middle East and Africa
6.6.2. Middle East & Africa Upcycled Cosmetic Ingredients Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2024-2031
Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape
7.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
7.2. Company Profiles
7.2.1. Givaudan SA
7.2.1.1. Business Overview
7.2.1.2. Key Product/Service Offerings
7.2.1.3. Financial Performance
7.2.1.4. Geographical Presence
7.2.1.5. Recent Developments with Business Strategy
7.2.2. Symrise
7.2.3. Cargill, Incorporated
7.2.4. OLVEA Group
7.2.5. Mibelle AG
7.2.6. P2 Science, Inc.
7.2.7. RAHN AG
7.2.8. Hair O'right International Corporation
7.2.9. Lignopure GmbH
7.2.10. SOPHIM
7.2.11. Innomost
7.2.12. Other Prominent Players
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InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.
Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.
Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.
Secondary research
The secondary research sources that are typically mentioned to include, but are not limited to:
The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista
Primary Research:
Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies
The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to:
Data Modeling and Analysis:
In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.
The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.
