Market Trends of Mouthwash Industry
Evolving Consumer Perception Toward Oral Hygiene Routines
- There is an increasing demand for oral care products around the globe owing to the rising prevalence of different dental disorders among adults and children. According to The Delta Dental Plans Association, around 39% of adults in the United States reported losing sleep due to oral health issues in 2021, while 18% claimed they missed work due to oral health problems.
- This led to the inclination toward professional dental care services in the recent past, which indirectly promotes the use of mouthwash as dentists prescribe different mouthwash based on the oral pathological condition being treated. Thus, increased demand for therapeutic mouthwash, accompanied by the rising consumer preference for professional dental hygiene services, is contributing to the growth in the worldwide mouthwash market.
- Furthermore, the market is witnessing a significant penetration of herbal and organic mouthwash as consumers are opting for nature-based and chemical-free oral hygiene products featuring a blend of bioactive and natural ingredients such as clove, anise, eucalyptus, cinnamon, fennel, rosemary, lavender, and spearmint among others.
- For instance, in January 2021, Dabur launched its ayurvedic mouthwash, namely, Dabur Red Pulling Oil. This product includes all the natural ingredients and herbs available in all the retail outlets and e-commerce platforms in India.
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North America is the Largest Market
- The mouthwash market in North America is experiencing rapid expansion due to various factors. It is convenient to use for removing sensitivity, reducing bacterial infection in the mouth, and helping to reduce harmful breath germs. As per data published by Statistics Canada, in 2022, the annual consumer price index for oral-hygiene products across Canada was measured at 142.4. The index is used to measure the changes in average costs of most consumer goods and services.
- Additionally, the young population is highly concerned about physical appearance, which has augmented the demand for esthetic dental restoration procedures. Thus, they prefer using mouthwash for rinsing and gargling prescribed by the dentists, which led to increased growth of mouthwash in the region.
- As per the data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States, 92% of adults aged 20 to 64 have dental caries and have visited a dental clinic in 2021. Thus, there is an increased use of therapeutic mouthwash in the United States, as it contributes to discolouration or stain removal from teeth owing to the presence of active ingredients such as hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. Moreover, the increased number of mouthwash products as well as other oral care product innovations across the region that are marketed as naturally healthy with sustainable packaging, have been attracting consumers to buy the products.
- For instance, in February 2021, Colgate's Hello products announced the launch of its new mouth, 'Naturally Healthy Mouthwash Refill Pouch', formulated with aloe vera, coconut oil, mint, and xylitol. As per the company, the refill pouch had 80% less plastic than two of its 16 oz mouthwash bottles and caps. Additionally, the product contained no alcohol or artificial sweeteners.
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