The show will feature 353 exhibitors and 800 brands from 23 countries and regions, 24,000 sqm of exhibition space and growing global participation
Mumbai, 4 December 2025 – The sixth edition of Cosmoprof India officially opens today at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, confirming its role as the leading B2B platform for the Indian beauty industry and a strategic gateway for international brands looking to access one of the most dynamic markets worldwide. Organized by Cosmoprof India Ltd, a Joint Venture between BolognaFiere Cosmoprof and Informa Markets India, Cosmoprof India 2025 marks a new milestone in the show’s growth story, reflecting both the rapid evolution of the sector and the increasing global interest in the region.
From its debut in 2019 to 2025, Cosmoprof India has experienced remarkable growth almost doubling its exhibition space. This year, the show spans a total area of 24,000 square meters, up by 8% compared to 2024, across five halls featuring the excellence of the entire beauty industry. 353 exhibitors and 800 brands from 23 countries and regions present their latest innovations, with 32% of participating companies exhibiting for the first time. The strong international appeal of the event is underlined by the fact that 53% of exhibitors come from international countries and regions (+7% in exhibition area over 2024), a figure that continues to grow steadily year after year.
All sectors of the beauty industry are represented. Cosmopack India, accounting for 59% of the exhibition, showcases cutting-edge solutions across the supply chain, including ingredients and raw materials, machinery and equipment, packaging, contract manufacturing and private label. Cosmoprof India, representing 41% of the show, brings together leading brand companies offering finished products in perfumery, cosmetics, toiletries, professional salon, spa, hair and nail, serving both retail and professional channels. Over 14,000 visitors are expected to attend the 2025 edition, exploring new business opportunities and the latest market trends.
Nine international Country Pavilions enhance the global character of the show this year, with official participation from Australia, Brazil, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan Region and the United Kingdom. A special spotlight is placed on Italy, which holds the title of Country of Honor for the 2025 edition. The Italian Country Pavilion, organized by ITA – Italian Trade Agency in cooperation with Cosmetica Italia, the Italian Personal Care Association, showcases the excellence of Made in Italy across innovation, creativity, design and high-quality manufacturing, reinforcing Italy’s role as a global benchmark for the beauty industry.
“The continuous and impressive growth of Cosmoprof India confirms the strategic relevance of the Indian beauty market on the global stage,” comments Enrico Zannini, General Manager BolognaFiere Cosmoprof. “The Indian beauty industry is expanding at an exceptional pace, driven by a young population, increasing purchasing power and strong interest in innovation, sustainability and wellness. This success is also the result of the constant commitment of our teams and the strength of the Cosmoprof network worldwide, which continues to attract top international players to Mumbai every year.”
Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India, said, “India’s beauty ecosystem is entering a defining moment, driven by a young, aspirational consumer base and a rising preference for science-led, conscious and globally benchmarked beauty. With India projected to become the world’s third-largest beauty and personal care market by 2030, and the premium beauty segment expanding at a steady 13–15% annually according to industry estimates, the space for innovation and brand-building has never been more compelling. At this stage of accelerated growth, Cosmoprof India plays a pivotal role for brands, creators, manufacturers and innovators to converge and shape the next chapter of beauty for India.”
Commenting on the evolution of the premium beauty services market in India, Mr. Vipul Chaturvedi, CEO & Director, Lakmé Salons, said, “The premium salon segment in India is expanding at a remarkable pace, driven by rising demand for high-performance transformation services across skincare, hair and makeup. Over the past 12 to 18 months, we have strengthened our transformation portfolio with advanced facials, texture services, highlights and our exclusive K’essence range created in partnership with JeuDerm, a leading professional Korean brand. Nearly 40% of our network now operates in the new design format, and the uplift in customer experience is clearly visible. With more than 500 salons across 215 cities, Lakmé Salon is seeing strong growth from Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets where rising incomes and global exposure are fuelling premiumisation. Technology interventions across consultations, tools, inventory and loyalty have further improved efficiency and elevated service delivery. As the organised salon industry continues to expand rapidly, we expect this part of our business to grow in the mid-teens, supported by a clear focus on transformation services, an expanding unisex model and the significant long-term opportunity in India’s beauty and grooming market.”
Reflecting on the transformative potential of technology in the beauty industry, Ms Renu Kant, Founder, Envi Salon, said, “AI is set to elevate the industry from simply delivering services to creating deeply personalised beauty experiences. By interpreting client preferences and behaviour in advance, AI allows salons to understand what a customer is likely to need even before they walk in. This makes it possible to curate customised packages and deliver a more seamless journey. AI also unlocks the value of data by supporting virtual consultations, hair and skin analysis, product recommendations and timely service reminders. With these capabilities, AI enhances the quality of service, strengthens personalisation and enriches the overall salon experience.”
Highlighting the growing importance of artificial intelligence in the beauty and salon industry, Mr. CK Kumaravel, Co-founder and CMD, Naturals Salon & Spa, said, “AI is reshaping the sector by offering real-time insights into rapidly evolving consumer behaviour, automating routine tasks and predicting long-term industry trends with remarkable speed. It also enables highly personalised offerings and supports faster, more efficient scale for businesses. While beauty will always remain a high-touch, human-first industry, AI will play a pivotal role in elevating productivity, personalisation and innovation across the ecosystem.”
Mr. Samir Srivastava, CEO, Looks Salon, said, “Consumers today are increasingly gravitating toward salons that integrate technology into their service environment, as digital tools elevate trust and signal a modern, future-ready experience. The premium salon segment in India is growing at nearly 10 to 15 percent, and Looks Salon is witnessing similar momentum across its network with plans to add around 20 outlets every year. Even if technology does not entirely redefine the service model, AI-enabled capabilities remain essential, and we are investing in the necessary digital infrastructure to strengthen personalisation, enhance diagnostics and improve customer engagement. Intelligent touchpoints such as smart mirrors for hair and skin analysis are already reshaping the service journey and differentiating advanced salon chains from the rest of the market. As the organised beauty and grooming sector expands, significant opportunities lie in men’s grooming, nails and individual wellbeing. While human touch will always remain central to our industry, technology and AI will play a decisive role in elevating experience, efficiency and long-term loyalty.”
Mr Vikram Bhatt, Founder of Enrich Salons, said, "The Indian salon industry is entering its most exciting decade, evolving from a service-led model to an experience-driven, technology-enabled ecosystem. AI is emerging as a powerful enabler that elevates the human touch through predictive personalisation, diagnostics, behavioural insights and intelligent recommendations. With the organised market nearing INR 15,000 crores, the next wave of growth will be shaped by deeper personalisation, premiumisation across care and cure categories and expansion across metros and Tier 2 markets. At Enrich, the focus remains on delivering warm, trustworthy and premium experiences across all formats while adding 25 to 35 outlets each year with consistent standards. The future of beauty in India will be defined by brands that blend empathy with efficiency, skill with technology and scale with consistency, with professionals at the heart of an industry empowered by intelligent systems."
Agav Zulpukharov, Export Commercial Director, PARFUMS PLUS France, said, “At Cosmoprof India 2025, PARFUMS PLUS is showcasing new fragrance creations across fine fragrances, personal care, air care and homecare, developed in Grasse, France. The Indian beauty and cosmetics market is evolving rapidly with diverse consumer needs and a clear shift toward modern and wellness-inspired scents among Gen Z and millennials. E-commerce partners are seeking more customised and idea-driven solutions as the digital space grows, and Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets are now advancing at the pace of major metros. This year, we are introducing a new fine fragrance blend built on natural floral notes and an ocean breeze accord. Since entering India in 2022, our growth has been strong, and we are preparing to expand into Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal as our next regional markets.”
Mr Sumeer Duggal, Director, Sharaya Cosmocare, said, “At Cosmoprof India 2025, we are showcasing leading Middle Eastern fragrance brands, highlighted by Rasasi’s new launch, Hawas Viper. India’s beauty and personal care market is entering a strong growth phase, with rising incomes, digital influence and a shift toward niche, luxury and story-driven scents. Gen Z and millennials are reshaping demand through personalisation, sustainability expectations and social-media-led discovery. Digital commerce and quick-commerce have accelerated fragrance adoption by offering instant access and expanding premium choices, while Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets are showing strong aspiration and experimentation. Sharaya Cosmocare now represents nearly ten top Middle Eastern brands, and in the next three years we aim to expand this portfolio and further strengthen our leadership in this category.”
Mr. Sandeep Mundhra, Director, Mundhra Polycom, said, “At Cosmoprof India 2025, we are unveiling the newest expressions of our Zodiac Combs portfolio, featuring elevated professional grooming tools crafted with advanced materials, refined ergonomics and contemporary design sensibilities. India’s beauty and personal care market, projected to reach USD 34 billion by 2028, is undergoing a strong premiumisation shift. This evolution is led by Gen Z and millennial consumers who increasingly value aesthetics, performance and sustainability in their grooming choices. The rapid rise of e-commerce and quick commerce has created a seamless discovery and access ecosystem, enabling premium grooming tools to reach consumers across metros and emerging markets. Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities are showing a remarkable appetite for high-quality, design-forward products, reflecting a broader movement toward sophisticated grooming habits. With strong momentum across e-commerce and export markets, our focus is to deepen innovation, expand our global distribution footprint and introduce grooming solutions that fuse craftsmanship, functionality and modern luxury for the evolving Indian consumer.”
MARKET OUTLOOK: INDIA AS A STRATEGIC BEAUTY HUB
According to Statista, India’s beauty and personal care market is projected to reach revenues of 33 billion US dollars in 2025, with personal care as the largest segment at 14.8 billion dollars. By 2030, the market is expected to exceed 39 billion dollars. Prestige cosmetics and fragrances represent a fast-growing niche, forecasted to generate 1.3 billion dollars in 2025 and more than 1.5 billion dollars by 2030, while natural cosmetics are also expanding rapidly, approaching one billion dollars this year.
Digital transformation plays a central role in this evolution. More than 226 million consumers are expected to purchase beauty products online in 2025, rising to 272 million by 2027. Direct-to-consumer sales are accelerating even faster, confirming the growing importance of omnichannel strategies. Consumer preferences increasingly reflect a strong focus on quality, transparency, skin compatibility and sustainability, with clean beauty gaining significant traction among younger generations.
HIGHLIGHTS AND SPECIAL PROJECTS
At the heart of Cosmoprof India 2025 are a number of high-profile projects designed to celebrate innovation, education and social development.
Cosmoprof India once again confirms its strong business-oriented positioning owing to the Buyer Program developed by the Cosmoprof network, which facilitates high- quality matchmaking between exhibitors and qualified buyers. For the 2025 edition, approximately 200 buyers are expected from India and key international markets including Nepal, Sri Lanka, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Singapore and Malta. Through the exclusive “Cosmoprof India My Match” digital platform, exhibiting companies can optimize meetings and networking opportunities, maximizing the return on investment of their participation.
The Cosmoprof and Cosmopack India Awards, organised in partnership with BEAUTYSTREAMS, is a core project of the Cosmoprof network recognizing the most outstanding products presented by exhibitors across all segments of the industry. This year, 242 products were submitted, with 60% from India and 40% from international markets, underscoring the strong global character of the initiative.
A major new project debuts this year with Cosmo Academy – EmpowHER in Beauty, launched in partnership with the JPC Foundation. The initiative reflects the strong commitment of Cosmoprof India to social responsibility, supporting a professional school that provides beauty training to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. By equipping students with specialized skills, education, and concrete career opportunities within India’s beauty industry, the project fosters inclusion, empowerment, and meaningful long-term social impact.
Innovation also takes center stage through Indian Start Up, a dedicated area for emerging beauty companies, offering next-generation entrepreneurs a platform to present high-potential ideas and disruptive solutions.
ONE SHOT by ON HAIR returns for its second edition, inspired by the renowned Italian ON HAIR show and dedicated to the professional hair sector. Powered by leading hair companies AVEDA and WELLA & CO., the event features spectacular live shows by leading local and international hairstylists, unveiling the latest hair fashion trends.
The educational backbone of the exhibition is represented by CosmoTalks, with 16 panel discussions and forums curated in collaboration with eight international trend agencies and market research companies, including ASIA COSME LABS, BEAUTYSTREAMS, CENTDEGRÉS, EUROMONITOR INTERNATIONAL, FUTURESNOOPS, KLINE + COMPANY, STATISTA and WGSN, alongside top industry experts. Topics range from market and retail strategies to consumer personas, fragrances, ingredients, biohacking, packaging, regulatory frameworks, spas and clinics.
Finally, Runway by Cosmoprof India once again brings together fashion and beauty in an exclusive show conceived and directed by the fashion designer House of SONAAKSHI RAAJ. Presented alongside the Cosmoprof India Awards & Networking Night, the event unites product innovation and high-fashion creativity in a single prestigious evening, sponsored by ITA – Italian Trade Agency as Platinum Sponsor, Velvette by Reliance Consumer as Runway Sponsor, and 3TenX as a Technical Sponsor for Hair and Luca Piatelli Luxury Salons as Technical Sponsor for Make Up.
With its dynamic mix of business, innovation, education and creativity, Cosmoprof India 2025 once again confirms its role as the reference hub for the beauty industry across the Indian subcontinent and neighbouring markets, offering international stakeholders a privileged gateway to one of the most promising regions for future growth.