The Global Market for Non-Electric Shavers (Razors and Blades) is Projected to Reach US$30 Billion by 2020
Resurgence of the Traditional
Wet Shaving Technique Drives the Global Non-Electric Shavers Market, According
to a New Report by Global
Industry Analysts, Inc.
GIA announces
the release of a comprehensive global report on Non-Electric Shavers. The global market for Non-Electric
Shavers (Razors and Blades) is
projected to reach US$30 billion by 2020, driven by the resurgence of the traditional wet shaving trend, razor
advancements, and robust demand in the developing countries.
The traditional
method of wet shaving with non-electric shavers is making a comeback, after
being overshadowed by the emergence of and thereafter rapid increase in
popularity of electric shavers. The primary factor responsible for the subtle resurgence
is the consumer’s desire for that perfectly shaven smooth look that is achieved
only through the wet shaving technique. Wet shaving, which includes the use of
disposable and cartridge razors and straight razors, double-edge safety razors
and injector razors, is currently donning the image of a main stream phenomenon
than just being a niche market of casual hobbyists supported by the increasing
attention of men to their skin care needs. Despite various drawbacks associated
with wet shaving, it continues to remain the most accepted method of hair
removal for both men and women across the world.
Future growth in the market will be driven by the increasing desire
among men and women to appear well-groomed at all times, urban expansion, rural
urbanization, and growing
disposable incomes as a result of rapid economic expansion in the
underpenetrated large emerging markets.
Favorable demographics represent another important growth driver with the
shaving age group of 15-64 years presently accounting for 66% of the global
population. The emerging markets in Asia-Pacific and Latin America along
with underpenetrated markets such as the Middle East, Eastern Europe and Africa
represent important growth markets. While the expanding middle class segment,
with its growing spending habits are driving growth in emerging markets, the
underdeveloped countries are offering a distinct opportunity for tailored
products to suit their smaller budgets. Innovative products with sophisticated
features, though priced high, are expected to sell more in the developed
markets as part of the on-going trading up trend where consumers are willing to
pay a premium price for the latest in shaving technology.
As stated by
the new market research report on Non-Electric Shavers, Europe represents the
largest market worldwide, followed by the United States. Asia-Pacific represents
the fastest growing market registering a CAGR of 6.1% over the analysis period.
Increasing sophistication in lifestyles, rising income levels, growing
consciousness about hygiene and looks, relatively underpenetrated markets, and expanding
middle class represent key growth drivers in the region. China and India
represent two countries with the largest young population in the world offering
significant opportunities for market expansion.
Key players
covered in the report include BIC Group, Energizer Holdings Inc., The Personna
American Safety Razor Company, Wilkinson Sword Ltd., Feintechnik Gmbh Eisfeld,
HeadBlade Inc., Kai Industries Co. Ltd., The King of Shaves Company Ltd., Laser
Shaving (India) Private Limited, Ningbo Jiali Plastics Co. Ltd., Super-Max, The
Procter & Gamble Company, and The Gillette Company, among others.
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