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With increased awareness of well-being and cleanliness, proper health and hygiene have become a priority for people these days. Companies are conducting extensive R&D to produce environmentally friendly products for these practices. The taboo on condoms and menstruation health is slowly diminishing.
Research to replace conventional condom material latexes with sustainable materials like hydrogels. Recently, graphene condoms, which have been studied for quite a long time, have finally made it to the market. Sanitary pads and diapers have super absorbent polymer (SAP) cores for absorption. Orthodox SAPs, made from sodium polyacrylate, are derived from non-biodegradable petrochemical sources. So, starch or cellulose-based biodegradable formulations with excellent absorption properties are considered alternatives.
The game-changing innovation of menstrual cups has paved the path for eco-friendly and cost-effective alternatives to conventional pads. The continuous effort to bring new and better versions of existing products has led to the invention of smart tampons connected with Bluetooth devices. These analyze and provide data regarding the menstrual flow to users.
COVID-19 has also contributed to the awareness and use of hand washes and sanitizers. Hygiene of intimate areas is as important as that of other body parts, and specific products for intimate areas are gaining popularity these days.
Industry Trends
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Hydrogel Condoms
Biodegradable Super Absorbent Biopolymers
Menstrual Cups
Powder Hand Wash
Hydrogel Condoms
The sexual wellness industry is observing a noteworthy surge in the hydrogel condom market. The enhanced comfort, biocompatibility, and flexibility of hydrogel condoms, which are better than the existing latex condoms, are resulting in heavy demand for the product for safe, intimate practices.
The hydrogel condom market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18.2 percent for the next five years. By 2028, the market is slated to reach USD 400 million globally. As the advancements in material science see a spike, companies eager to expand in the market can see a fortune in revenue growth. Likewise, investors can accumulate their wealth by investing in technology and invention part of it.
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With innovation charging product lines and market dynamics in the retail and CPG industry, a wide window of opportunity has opened for industry players to become disruptors rather than being disrupted. A close scrutiny of market signals and a guided approach could easily help either change the game or make you the game changer. Most importantly, foresight could be the key to developing business resilience against market, geopolitical, and consumer-based uncertainties. Our CPG and retail consulting team has been helping companies identify challenges and opportunities reshaping the consumer products and retail domain, enabling seamless business transformation, scenario planning, technology and innovation adoption, strategic decision-making, and defining key trends and drivers.
Innovation is a paradox that the retail and consumer goods world has long struggled with. It has been both the biggest growth driver and challenge to this industry. A pertinent reason for reimagining innovation, measuring success, cross-functional collaboration, agile development processes, customer-centric design, consumer insights and market analysis, and iterating and R&D strategy keep clients ahead in the competition. Our consumer goods and retail consulting team shoulders innovation and R&D strategizing with intellectual property protection, technological, and regulatory insights. From innovation whitespace identification to benchmarking R&D strategies, we ensure that your product line aligns with shifting consumer, market, and regulatory perspectives.
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Establishing and achieving ESG goals is tricky, given the varying definitions and multi-level risks associated with sustainability. It also requires quantifying efforts against measurable ROI, evolving business needs, and rapid geopolitical shifts disturbing the value chain dynamics. An end-to-end approach holds immense potential to resolve these predicaments. Our team of CPG and retail consultants partners with companies to develop a holistic approach driven by in-depth, data-driven, actionable insights, impact and risk assessments, goal settings, resource efficiency, circular economy initiatives, packaging, and product design tailored to their business goals and requirements.
Market disruptions and increasing consumer fluidity demand swift adaptations, implying the need for co-manufacturers and collaboration partners. With our sector-specific expertise, we are helping companies find synergy between changing consumer preferences and proofing business growth against disruptive trends. Our CPG consultants are helping retail companies find befitting partners, co-mans, and collaborators and leverage evolving consumer, market, ESG, and regulatory demands. We do it through market research and networking, compatibility and alignment, relationship building and management, continuous monitoring, performance evaluation, supplier assessment, and contracting and negotiation.
The retail and CPG world is going through a paradigm change, implying faster adoption of AI, customized POS and FID innovations, gen AI, acknowledging complex consumer sentiments, and so much more. As more and more industry players move to grasp underlying opportunities in these shifts, the search for scaleups, innovations, technologies, and startups takes center stage. Our team is helping retailers find answers to these quests with innovation scouting, business & trend monitoring, market research, product development and differentiation, distribution and sales channels, operational efficiency and scalability, financial planning and funding, and benchmarking solutions. We are constantly screening the global ecosystem to identify solutions beneficial for your business growth.
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Paper-based Packaging for Pet Food
A top pet food manufacturer interested in sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging sought help reducing and mitigating industrial waste through paper-based solutions. The study focused on finding quality paper packaging with tremendous functional properties, locating relevant and important technologies, and competitive analysis. The vital insights empowered the client to understand the limitations and advantages of […]
Startup and Material Scan: Clean Label Cosmetics
A famous cosmetics brand contacted Stellarix to identify top startups working under non-GMO, non-toxic, and non-indigenous compliances and materials. The company’s aim remained trend mapping and material scouting for cosmetic products. The study primarily focused on discovering waxes, oils, gums, and natural polymers that work wonders in skin protection, collagen production, and hydration. Client Background […]
Landscape: Nanotech & plant-based bioactives in Sunscreen
A globally renowned cosmetics and personal care brand approached Stellarix to gain a deeper understanding of the use of plant-based bioactives and the application of nanotechnology in the industry. The client requested to discover the landscape of sunscreen technologies. The study delved into complications like visible residue, skin coating, reduced UV efficacy, and uneven skin […]
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Q1. What mobile applications can I develop to promote health tracking and hygiene practices? Q2. How can I integrate telehealth services to provide convenient access to healthcare? Q3. What innovative technologies can I implement to improve the consumer experience in healthcare settings?
Q1. What certifications or endorsements can enhance the credibility of my health products? Q2. How can transparency in product sourcing and ingredients build consumer trust? Q3. What role does customer service play in maintaining trust in healthcare offerings?
Q1. How has the COVID-19 pandemic influenced consumer attitudes towards hygiene and safety? Q2. What innovations are emerging in health and wellness products that cater to consumer demand? Q3. How can retailers effectively communicate the benefits of health-focused products to consumers?
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