Rising awareness of the importance of gut health and of the diverse gut microbiome needed to support holistic health goals is driving demand for gut-focused food and beverage products. In addition, greater recognition of the gut-brain axis and its role in supporting mental health and a strong immune system has further reinforced this shift. This […]

Rising environmental awareness, mounting cost pressures, and increased scrutiny of beauty industry waste are reshaping consumer behavior within the makeup sector. Consumers are increasingly gravitating towards refillable systems and minimalist packaging formats that reduce plastic usage while offering long-term value. This shift is supported by a 2025 Q4 global consumer survey†, which found that 74% […]

In the GLP-1 weight management market, manufacturers are now launching oral drugs. Novo Nordisk announced the launch of the first GLP-1 drug (Wegovy) in a pill format last month. Eli Lilly & Co is in the process of launching its own GLP-1 pill, orforglipron post FDA approval later this year. Easier administration and potentially lower […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly penetrating the grocery retail space, moving from analytics and pilots into workflows and day-to-day execution. The trend is strong across Asia-Pacific (APAC), due to dense urban stores, high labor churn, and competitive quick-commerce ecosystems. A 2025 Q4 survey corroborates this, in which 45% of consumers in Asia and Australasia responded […]

Consumers are increasingly seeking wellbeing attributes in household products due to rising concerns about health and mental wellness. This trend is also evident in air fresheners, where consumers are looking for wellness and functional aspects. As a result, aromatherapy-based air fresheners are gaining immense popularity and transforming health-conscious offerings. This is substantiated by a 2025 […]

In today’s rapidly evolving food landscape, consumers are increasingly drawn to innovative proteins that deliver familiar eating experiences without compromising their values. They actively seek novel formats and next-generation technologies—such as cell cultivation and 3D extrusion—that can replicate the taste and texture of whole-cut seafood. This aligns with a global survey† showing that 60% of […]

Rising concerns about hair health are driving consumers to choose solutions that improve scalp condition and promote healthy hair. They are increasingly seeking products that support beneficial microbes, helping to create a sustainable scalp environment and support hair growth or regeneration. Consequently, consumers are focusing on improving scalp microbiome to enhance hair health. This is […]

Food & beverage (F&B) manufacturers are stepping up reformulation activity using rare sugars, such as allulose and tagatose, as consumer demand grows for lower-calorie, health-forward products that still deliver a familiar sugar-like taste. These next-generation sweeteners are gaining momentum because they can replicate key sensory and functional properties of sucrose while supporting reduced-calorie and low-glycemic […]

Well-being concerns and rising awareness of stress-induced skin conditions are prompting consumers to seek comprehensive skincare solutions that address stress-related factors. Integrating mental wellbeing and skin health to deliver both cosmetic and psychological benefits is emerging as the next frontier in skincare transformation. In addition, growing concerns about inflammation and acne linked to elevated cortisol […]