The make-up market in France

The make-up market is a segment of the broader cosmetics industry and includes the production, distribution, and sale of products designed to enhance or change the appearance of the face, divided into categories such as lip makeup (lipsticks, lip glosses), complexion makeup (foundation, blush, concealers),

The French market for nail products is estimated at between €50 and €60 million. The global nail polish market is a segment of the make-up category within the cosmetics industry. It is estimated at over $10.5 billion. Trends in the French nail polish market The global beauty market declined by 8% in 2020 due to the health crisis. The market for nail products fell by 10%, but remained one of the least affected compared to other beauty segments. This is due to the growing popularity of semi-permanent nail polishes and innovative offers. Traditional liquid nail varnishes fell by 17.4%, but remain the most widely consumed by French women, ahead of semi-permanent and UV gels, gels and acrylics. This market, which once represented a social class, has been revolutionized by the advent of nail art. This creative movement first enjoyed great popularity in Asian countries such as Japan and Korea, before spreading to Western cultures via online platforms. The annual budget allocated to hygiene an

Trends and preferences in the French piercing market The French piercing industry is largely made up of independent piercing and tattoo studios, most of which are concentrated in urban centers. These studios provide the majority of piercing services, Paris being the most important hub for this type of establishment. Between 10% and 15% of the French population has already had a piercing. Between 25% and 35% have a favorable opinion of the practice. Women and young people under 34 were identified as the main consumers, with between 15 and 20% of women and between 50 and 60% of the 18-34 age group having a piercing. Despite the apparent popularity of piercings, the practice still faces social scepticism and concerns about health risks. Around two-thirds of young people believe there is a risk of contracting HIV or other blood-borne diseases through piercing. Post-piercing skin complications have been observed in over 30% of piercers. Demand for piercings tends to be seasonal, with peaks