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The skincare generation gap: Why younger consumers know more and buy differently

The skincare generation gap is reshaping beauty. Our 2026 report reveals why younger consumers know more, buy differently, and how your brand should respond.

June 2, 2026

A 12-year-old with a full skincare routine. A 50-year-old who's used the same soap for half a century.

Between these extremes lies a complex landscape where education doesn’t always equal maximalism, where TikTok rivals dermatologists as a trust source, and where brands face new ethical questions about who they’re selling to – and how. This report reveals what’s driving skincare engagement across generations and how your brand should respond.

What's inside?

  • The contrast between generations buying skincare
  • How discovery and learning happens differently
  • Purchasing logic and how it’s changed
  • Navigating the youth skincare paradox
  • What this all means for your brand

Whether you’re developing products, refining messaging, or planning long-term strategy, we help brands navigate an increasingly complex beauty landscape.

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See the full study findings and implications for market leaders.

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