Cosmoprof India to focus on setting new benchmarks for beauty industry

Cosmoprof India, a collaboration between BolognaFiere Group and Informa Markets in India, is set to strengthen its position as a premier event in the global beauty industry. The event is scheduled to take place from December 5 to 7, 2024, at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, with the exhibition area expanding by 50% compared to the previous year, according to the company. 

Cosmoprof India and Cosmopack India collectively will host over 700 exhibitors and brands, with an estimated 9,000 attendees exploring cutting-edge innovations and market trends. 

“The outstanding growth of Cosmoprof India reflects the development of the Indian beauty market, which according to EUROMONITOR INTERNATIONAL is the second-best performing market in Asia, and will reach total revenue of more than 30 billion US in 2025. At the same time it is the result of the hard work and commitment of our teams, reinforced by the prestige and international appeal of the Cosmoprof network all around the world,” said Antonio Bruzzone, CEO, BolognaFiere. 

Speaking on the upcoming edition of Cosmoprof India, Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India said, “India's beauty and wellness market is experiencing remarkable growth, with the beauty and personal care sector poised to reach $34 billion by 2028, up from $21 billion currently. This growth is fueled by increasing online penetration and a rising preference for high-quality, premium beauty products. Our partnership with BolognaFiere Group reflects a shared commitment to positioning India as a global hub for beauty innovations and collaborations. This year’s edition highlights the growing international interest and investment in India’s beauty landscape. Cosmoprof India aims to set new benchmarks, driving transformative opportunities for the industry both domestically and globally.” 

Cosmoprof India 2024 has 58% of exhibitors hailing from outside India, including 35% from Europe, 9.5% from the Americas, and 26.5% from the Asia-Pacific region. Notably, representation from 21 countries reflects a 10.5% increase from 2023, while the number of country pavilions has surged by 80% featuring participants from Australia, Brazil, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom. Significantly, 75% of exhibitors are debuting at the event, further cementing its reputation as a magnet for global industry leaders. 

This event will also feature an expanded Cosmotalks series, encompassing 16 expertly curated sessions with insights from leading organizations including Euromonitor International, WGSN, and Fashion Snoops. Further, the Cosmoprof India and Cosmopack India Awards, curated by BEAUTYSTREAMS, will celebrate innovation across five categories.