Mercado de extensiones de cabello: mapeo competitivo y perspectivas estratégicas para 2031

  • Report Code : TIPRE00020965
  • Category : Consumer Goods
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[Informe de investigación] El tamaño del mercado de extensiones de cabello se valoró en 3.963,80 millones de dólares en 2022 y se espera que alcance los 5.775,09 millones de dólares en 2030; se estima que registrará una tasa compuesta anual del 4,8 % entre 2022 y 2030.

Información del mercado y opinión del analista:

Las extensiones de cabello, obtenidas principalmente de cabello humano o material sintético, son A menudo se adhiere firmemente al cuero cabelludo y se usa para agregar longitud, volumen y color al cabello natural. Las extensiones se venden de acuerdo con los requisitos de los consumidores durante el tiempo que desean que las requieran. Las extensiones de cabello combinan con el cabello debido a su color, volumen y textura complementarios. Estos son personalizables según los requisitos del cliente y diseñados por el peluquero o estilista. Las extensiones de cabello se venden en canales minoristas como comercio electrónico, sitios de empresas, tiendas minoristas y supermercados para uso personal y profesional.

Impulsores de crecimiento y desafíos:

Mejora en la calidad de vida, los efectos positivos del cuidado personal en la autoestima y la interacción social, el cambio gradual de los consumidores hacia productos de lujo y de primera calidad para el cuidado personal y el aumento en la incidencia de la caída del cabello son algunos de los factores que impulsan el crecimiento del mercado de extensiones de cabello. Europa y América del Norte son mercados importantes para la industria del estilismo y representan más del 60% del mercado de cosméticos combinados. Los productos para el cuidado del cabello están ganando gran popularidad entre los consumidores en medio de la creciente prevalencia del adelgazamiento del cabello, la sequedad, la pérdida de volumen y otros problemas relacionados con el cabello. Los consumidores africanos y las personas de ascendencia africana son importantes consumidores de extensiones de cabello. Por lo tanto, la creciente adopción de productos de cuidado personal entre la población mundial impulsa el mercado mundial de extensiones de cabello.

La población mundial de clase media, el próximo segmento de consumidores potencial para la industria cosmética y de cuidado personal, ha aumentó significativamente. El comportamiento de compra y los niveles de vida de la población de clase media están cambiando rápidamente con el aumento del ingreso disponible per cápita. En el escenario actual del mercado, el número de consumidores que visitan salones de marca es más significativo que nunca, debido a su búsqueda proactiva de productos de marca, incluidos productos para el cuidado del cabello y de la piel. Estos consumidores suelen ser los objetivos principales de las empresas centradas en el consumidor debido a su poder adquisitivo discrecional. Según las proyecciones del World Data Lab, la población de clase media impulsa la demanda de diversos productos, incluidos productos de belleza y cabello, en la economía global. Se espera que impulsen el crecimiento de la industria debido al aumento del ingreso per cápita. Un cambio notable en los patrones de gasto de la clase media afectará al mercado mundial de extensiones de cabello. En países emergentes como India y China, las personas de clase media representan una parte significativa del mercado de extensiones de cabello debido a la creciente economía y el aumento de los ingresos disponibles. De la población total que reside en China, la categoría de clase media representa la mayor proporción a nivel mundial y es un mercado importante para las principales empresas multinacionales. El consumo de los consumidores chinos de clase media, inspirado principalmente en el estilo de vida occidental, está aumentando la demanda de productos de mayor calidad, como extensiones de cabello, cuidado del cabello y otros productos de peinado y cuidado. El aumento de la renta disponible de la población de clase media ha cambiado su comportamiento de compra y su nivel de vida, afectando al mercado del cuidado personal. Por lo tanto, estos factores están impulsando la demanda de extensiones de cabello.

Las prácticas poco éticas en la industria del cabello han dado lugar a actividades prohibidas, como la venta ilegal de cabello y la remuneración reducida de los trabajadores que trabajan en la industria del cabello. . La venta principal de cabello proviene de pequeños agentes y mediadores que recorren pueblos en países como China, India y países de Europa del Este, ofreciendo a las mujeres pobres pequeños pagos por separarse de su cabello. Según investigaciones recientes, las personas que enfrentan dificultades financieras en regiones de bajos ingresos venden su cabello. En la India se están llevando a cabo diversas prácticas poco éticas relacionadas con la venta de cabellos. Por ejemplo, se engaña a los niños de los barrios marginales para que se afeiten la cabeza a cambio de juguetes; A veces, los maridos obligan a sus esposas a vender su cabello. Además, incluso los contrabandistas participan en el comercio ilegal de cabello humano en bruto de origen indio hacia China a través de rutas terrestres. El contrabando a través del país elimina más del 28% de los derechos de importación y paga una miseria a los niños que segregan y aíslan mechones de cabello humano en bruto y sin procesar. Por lo tanto, todos los factores antes mencionados impactan negativamente en el mercado global de extensiones de cabello.

Perspectivas estratégicas

Segmentación y alcance del informe:

El mercado global de extensiones de cabello está segmentado según el tipo de producto, la fuente, el canal de distribución y la geografía. El mercado de extensiones de cabello, según el tipo de producto, se segmenta en cinta, fusión y preadherido, clip y otros. Según la fuente, el mercado de extensiones de cabello se divide en cabello humano y cabello sintético. Según el canal de distribución, el mercado se segmenta en supermercados e hipermercados, tiendas especializadas, venta minorista en línea y otros. Por geografía, el mercado mundial de extensiones de cabello está ampliamente segmentado en América del Norte, Europa, Asia Pacífico, Medio Oriente y África, y América del Sur y Central.

Análisis segmentario:

Según el tipo de producto, el mercado de extensiones de cabello se segmenta en tape-in, fusion y pre-adherido, clip-in y otros. Se espera que el segmento de fusión y preconsolidado registre la CAGR más alta durante el período de pronóstico. Las extensiones de cabello fusionadas y preadheridas se fusionan al cabello natural mediante varios adhesivos, como el pegamento. La aplicación de estas extensiones tarda entre 3 y 4 horas. Se utiliza una máquina que se asemeja a una pistola de pegamento caliente para unir principalmente la extensión de cabello a mechones individuales de cabello natural. Sin embargo, debido a diversos químicos en el pegamento, la fusión y las extensiones de cabello preadheridas pueden causar rotura, caída del cabello e irritación del cuero cabelludo. SO.CAP. EE. UU. utiliza cabello humano Remy 100 % de tipo europeo prepegado con puntas 100 % de queratina para garantizar una unión fuerte, saludable y duradera.

Análisis regional:

Según la geografía, el mercado de extensiones de cabello está segmentado en cinco regiones clave: América del Norte, Europa, Asia Pacífico, América del Sur y Central, y Oriente Medio. Este de Africa. América del Norte dominó el mercado mundial de extensiones de cabello y el mercado regional representó 1.392,81 millones de dólares en 2022. Europa es el segundo mayor contribuyente con más del 29% del mercado mundial. También se espera que Asia Pacífico registre una CAGR considerable de más del 5% durante el período previsto. El mercado de extensiones de cabello en Asia Pacífico está subsegmentado en China, India, Japón, Corea del Sur y Australia. Las naciones emergentes de Asia Pacífico están siendo testigos de un aumento de la población de clase media, junto con un crecimiento de la urbanización, lo que ofrece enormes oportunidades a los actores clave en el mercado de extensiones de cabello. La industria de las extensiones de cabello en los países de Asia Pacífico ha experimentado un cambio considerable a lo largo de los años. Los países del sur de Asia son los mayores exportadores de cabello humano del mundo. China está dominando el mercado regional. La creciente demanda de extensiones de cabello en Asia Pacífico ha atraído a los fabricantes a establecer su presencia en la región, impulsando aún más el mercado de extensiones de cabello en la región. Además, el aumento de la población y las tradiciones culturales están impulsando el crecimiento del mercado.

Impacto de la pandemia de COVID-19:

La pandemia de COVID-19 afectó inicialmente al mercado mundial de extensiones de cabello debido al cierre de unidades manufactureras, escasez de mano de obra, interrupción de las cadenas de suministro e inestabilidad financiera. La interrupción de varias industrias debido a la desaceleración económica causada por el brote de COVID-19 limitó el suministro de extensiones de cabello. Se cerraron varias tiendas de extensiones de cabello. Sin embargo, las empresas están ganando terreno a medida que las limitaciones impuestas anteriormente se han suavizado en varios países. Además, la introducción de las vacunas COVID-19 por parte de los gobiernos de diferentes países alivió la situación, lo que provocó un aumento de las actividades comerciales en todo el mundo. Varios mercados, incluido el mercado de extensiones de cabello, informaron un crecimiento después de la flexibilización de los bloqueos y las restricciones de movimiento.

Panorama competitivo y empresas clave:

Locks & Bonds, Klix Hair Inc, Easihair Pro., Balmain Hair Group BV, Great lengths SpA, Evergreen Products Group Ltd, Socap USA Inc., Cinderellahair Inc., Barclay Wolf Ltd y Hairlocs Inc. se encuentran entre los actores destacados que operan en el mercado mundial de extensiones de cabello.
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Frequently Asked Questions


Which product type segment is the fastest growing in the hair extension globally?

Based on the product type, the fusion and pre-bonded hair extension segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Fusion and pre-bonded hair extension are fused to the natural hair using various adhesives such as glue. Applying these extensions takes around 3–4 hours. A machine resembling a hot glue gun is used to primarily attach the hair extension to individual strands of natural hair. However, due to various chemicals in the glue, fusion and pre-bonded hair extension can cause breakage, hair loss, and scalp irritation. SO.CAP. The USA uses 100% European-type Remy human hair pre-bonded with 100% keratin tips to ensure a strong, healthy, and long-lasting bond.

Can you list some major players operating in the global hair extension market?

The major players operating in the global hair extension market are Locks & Bonds, Klix Hair Inc, Easihair Pro., Balmain Hair Group BV, Great Lengths SpA, Evergreen Products Group Ltd, Socap USA Inc., Cinderellahair Inc., Barclay Wolf Ltd, and Hairlocs Inc, among others.

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Based on the source, which segment led the global hair extension market in 2022?

Based on the source, the human hair segment is predicted to register a higher CAGR during the forecast period. Human hair extension are made from hair collected from human donors. The extensions can be treated like natural hair as they can be straightened, curled, blow dried , and colored. Also, hair care products can be applied to human hair. Further, human hair extension blend effortlessly with the hair and last longer than synthetic hair. The manufacturers are focusing on producing hair extension from human hair. Great Lengths Universal Hair Extensions S.p.A. ethically sources 100% virgin Remy and the best human hair from various Indian Hindu temples such as Sri Venkateswara Temple. Also, easihair pro produces hair extensions from 100% cuticle intact Remy human hair.

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There is an emerging trend of promoting hair extension on social media platforms. These platforms also have integrated shopping facilities, which allow several influencers and hairstylists to market hair extension online. Consumers tend to purchase hair extension and skin-related products to enhance their appearance on social media platforms. Moreover, the growing adoption of hair extension by famous Hollywood and social media celebrities, especially in emerging countries such as China and India, will most likely fuel the growth of the global hair extension market over the forecast period.
In the current market scenario, several hair extension organizations are also moving toward social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and YouTube to endorse their brand and work. Such organizations record their clients' best hair transformations and upload them on social media to showcase their work and reach target consumers. Secret Hair is one such company that has grown through social media by showcasing its work and using appropriate hashtags to reach the desired consumers. Instagram is among the favourite social platforms to sell hair extensions. Hair extensions are best shown off in consumer-generated content, where they exhibit their hair extension in video and picture tutorials. All these factors are proliferating the demand for hair extensions.

In 2022, which region held the largest share of the global hair extension market?

In 2022, North America region accounted for the largest share of the global hair extension market. The North America hair extension market is segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. North America accounted for a remarkable share of the hair extension market in 2022. The hair extension companies operating in the region continuously enhance their overall business processes to meet the rising customer demands in the best possible way. Many domestic and international companies have a strong foothold in North America. SO.CAP.USA; Great Lengths Universal Hair Extensions S.p.A.; Cinderella Hair Extensions; easihair pro; Klix Hair Extensions; Locks & Bonds; Anhui Jinruixiang Hair Products Co., Ltd.; and Evergreen Product Group are among the key players operating in the North America hair extension market.

The List of Companies - Hair Extensions Market

  1. Locks & Bonds
  2. Klix Hair Inc
  3. Easihair Pro.
  4. Balmain Hair Group BV
  5. Great Lengths SpA
  6. Evergreen Products Group Ltd
  7. Socap USA Inc.
  8. Cinderellahair Inc.
  9. Barclay Wolf Ltd
  10. Hairlocs Inc

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