Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market

Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market: Introduction

• The term ‘cosmetic applicator foam’ encompasses various applications, including everything from make-up applicators and removers, and beauty and cleansing products to fragrance carrying foams and liquid impregnated products. A vast range of cosmetic applicator foam grades are available in the market. They can be used with or without water. These materials absorb and retain the beauty product on the skin, leaving a smooth finish.
• Various chemical agents such as disinfectants, odor suppressants, surfactants, and antibiotics are employed to formulate polymer matrix of these PU cosmetic applicator foams, due to their high absorbent and impregnation capacity. Open and elastic cell structures make these materials resistant to oxidation and aging, especially when compared to latex foams.
• Superior hydrophilic properties is an essential factor and should be considered during the production of cosmetic applicator foams. For instance, cosmetic applicator foams with densities ranging from as low as 30kg/m3 up to 150kg/m3, and porosities spanning 60ppi to 150ppi are available. These are ideally suited for application in the cosmetics sector. Cosmetic applicator foam can be extensively employed in professional salon applications and consumer goods for usage at home.
• Cosmetic applicator foam possesses outstanding properties such as longevity, durability, and better performance. It is also gentle and soft when applied on delicate skin. Hydrophilic cosmetic applicator foam is latex-free, non-toxic, and odorless. It is also non-crumbly and oil resistant. Furthermore, it washable and re-usable, thus ensuring a durable and cost-effective solution for liquid, solid, and powder applications in domestic and professional salon environments.

Key Drivers and Restraints of Global Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market

• Rapid growth in the cosmetic industry and benefits of cosmetic applicator foam are major factors driving the global cosmetic applicator foam market
• Changes in lifestyle of the people around the globe and increase in per capita expenditure on personal appearance are also some of the key factors expected to propel the global cosmetics applicator foam market during the forecast period

Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market: Shape Segment

• Based on shape, the global cosmetic applicator foam market can be segmented into egg-shaped sponges, cosmetic wedges, silicone sponges, and round disc sponges
• The egg-shaped sponges segment is estimated to hold significant share of market during the forecast period. Egg shape sponge offers various benefits over other sponges. These include durability and texture. Egg-shaped sponges are edgeless sphere-shaped, porous structured cosmetic applicator foams that are designed to apply and blend cream or any kind of liquid makeup product onto the skin for smooth and poreless finish.

Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market: Material Type Segment

• In terms of material type, the cosmetic applicator foam market can be bifurcated into polyurethane (PU) and others (PVA, latex, and silicon)
•  PU foams are biodegradable, odorless, and skin-friendly; and have uniform density with reasonable oil control. They are ideal for skincare applications, as they help in effective and uniform application of products on the skin.

North America to Dominate Global Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market

• In terms of region, the global cosmetic applicator foam market can be segregated into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
• In terms of production and demand, North America is a highly active region of the global cosmetic applicator foam market owing to the rise in disposable income of consumers; increase in standard of living of the people; and rapid adoption rate of these foams due to changing lifestyle and urbanization
• The cosmetic applicator foam market in Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa is estimated to expand at a moderate pace during the forecast period, owing to the increase in number of domestic players in vertical market segments and steady technological advancements

Key Manufacturers Operating in Global Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market

The global cosmetic applicator foam market was highly fragmented in 2019. Major players have prominent presence in developing countries. Key manufacturers operating in the global cosmetic applicator foam market include:

• Technical Foam Services
• APV Engineered Coatings
• Arkema SA
• Nexeon Limited
• ALD NanoSolutions, Inc.
• Forge Nano Inc.
• Beneq Group
• Unifrax
• Nano One Materials Corp.
• Targray Technology International Inc.

Global Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market: Research Scope

Global Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market, by Shape

• Egg-shaped Sponges
• Cosmetic Wedges
• Silicone Sponges
• Round Disc Sponges

Global Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market, by Material Type

• Polyurethane (PU)
• Others (PVA, Latex, and Silicon)

Global Cosmetic Applicator Foam Market, by Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K.
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia & CIS
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • ASEAN
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa