Sun Care Products Market Size To Reach $15.92 Billion By 2030

July 2025 | Report Format: Electronic (PDF)

Sun Care Products Market Growth & Trends

The global sun care products market is expected to reach USD 15.92 billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2025 to 2030. Sun care products are gaining popularity among consumers owing to the rising awareness of the effects of UV rays on the human skin. Moreover, consumers’ concerns about the signs of skin aging due to increased sun exposure are expected to drive the market.

The adult sun cream held the largest revenue share in 2020 and is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. Sun cream for adults is used to prevent the skin from sunburn and early signs of aging such as wrinkles and leathery skin. The ability to protect against a high risk of skin cancer, skin discoloration, and inflammation is expected to improve sales in the coming years.

The hypermarket and supermarket segment held the largest revenue share in 2020 and is expected to maintain dominance over the forecast period. A large number of consumers prefer buying sunscreen products from hypermarkets and supermarkets due to the shopping experience offered by these stores. The ability to physically verify these products, along with expert assistance, is another major factor contributing to this distribution channel’s growth.

Europe made the largest contribution to the global market in 2020. Rising awareness among consumers regarding the harmful effects of prolonged sun exposure on the skin has helped boost product demand across the region. Furthermore, an increasing number of products that offer various additional benefits such as dark spot reduction, anti-aging have further fueled product demand.

The market is fragmented in nature, with the presence of a large number of global and regional players. Beiersdorf AG, Groupe Clarins, Johnson & Johnson, Coty Inc., Shiseido Co. Ltd., L'oreal, The Estee Lauder Companies Inc., Burt's Bees, Bioderma Laboratories, Unilever are among the prominent players in the global market.

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Sun Care Products Market Report Highlights

The adult sun cream segment dominated the market with 69.0% revenue share in 2024.
The hypermarket & supermarket segment had the largest revenue share in 2024. These stores attract a large number of consumers and are usually located in central parts of the city.
The European sun care product market held the largest market share of 34.5% in 2024 and is expected to grow rapidly over the forecast period from 2025 to 2030.
Germany dominated Europe's sun care products market with the largest revenue share in 2024.