India beauty and personal care market tops USD 30 billion as Cosmetica 2026 opens in Bengaluru

Organisers of Cosmetica 2026 said India’s beauty and personal care sector is set to expand. They estimated the domestic market at more than USD 30 billion. Organisers also reported rising attention from global brands. The exhibition is planned as a meeting point for companies and professionals across the industry.

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Cosmetica 2026 will run from June 19 to 21 at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru. The event will gather stakeholders from the full beauty industry value chain. Organisers said the show will cover finished products and services, along with tools that support production and sales.

Cosmetica 2026 beauty and personal care exhibition in Bengaluru

The organisers said the exhibition is scheduled to be inaugurated by actor Nidhhi Agerwal. Actor and Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce president Jayamala is also listed. Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry president Uma Reddy is expected to join the inauguration.

Organisers linked the sector’s momentum to higher disposable incomes and increasing urbanisation in India. They also cited wider digital commerce and shifting consumer tastes. Organisers said these factors are lifting demand across beauty and personal care products and services.

India beauty and personal care market draws global brands

"The global beauty industry is increasingly looking towards India not merely as a consumer market but as a strategic hub for innovation, manufacturing and product development,\" said Ceyril Perira, managing director, Triune Exhibitors Private Limited. Organisers said this interest reflects India’s growing role in the global cosmetics supply chain.

According to organisers, new growth areas include premium skincare and colour cosmetics. Organisers also highlighted fragrances, mens grooming products, and natural, herbal and Ayurvedic beauty solutions. They said brands are widening portfolios to match demand from different customer groups.

E-commerce and quick commerce support beauty and personal care growth

Organisers said the reach of e-commerce, quick commerce and social commerce is widening access. They added that these platforms are helping brands expand into Tier-II and Tier-III cities. Organisers said digital channels now influence both product discovery and buying decisions.

The exhibition is expected to spotlight clean beauty and sustainable packaging. Organisers also listed cruelty-free formulations, beauty technology and personalised skincare solutions. They said these themes are gaining ground among Gen-Z and millennial consumers, who are shaping product choices and brand expectations.

Beauty technology and digital solutions at Cosmetica 2026

Organisers said the show will include areas for ingredients and formulations, plus packaging and machinery. They also listed professional salon and spa services. Organisers added that beauty technology and digital solutions will be a key segment at the event.

Organisers said the beauty technology segment will feature AI-driven personalisation tools and virtual try-on technology. It will also include digital marketing services and e-commerce solutions. Organisers said these offerings aim to support brands and retailers across online and offline channels.

Industry experts attending the event are expected to discuss regulatory compliance and counterfeit products. Organisers also listed supply-chain resilience and volatility in raw material prices. Growing competition in the sector is another challenge expected to be discussed during the programme.

Cosmetica 2026 is being organised in association with multiple industry bodies. These include the All India Hair and Beauty Association and the All India Cosmetics and Beauty Association. The organisers also named the Professional Beauty Association, All India Cosmetics Manufacturing Association and the Cosmetology & Dermatologist Association of India.

With inputs from PTI