Natural extracts, floral scents enrich bath sets selection

Makers boost moisturizing features by using plant extracts. Floral fragrances also spice up line.

TOP TRENDS

• Skin care: Makers are using essential oils and plant extracts, which are rich in vitamins A, D and E, to promote skin health. Most bath products also contain milk and rose essences, aloe vera, shea butter and hyaluronic acid, keeping the skin smooth and moisturized.
  
• Floral scents: Lavender, jasmine, rose, and orange and cherry blossoms are the most common fragrances. Vanilla is popular as well. The other aroma options include coconut, caramel, olive, bamboo, bergamot, aloe vera, honey, mango, cucumber and green tea.
  
• Plant-based theme: Flowers, leaves and fruit are the typical motifs. Some companies likewise offer sets with soap and bottles that resemble stars, shells, hearts and candies.
  
• Price & sales forecast: Quotes are expected to climb by 5 to 10 percent in the next half-year. Increasing manpower spending and the strengthening local currency are the primary factors pushing up rates. Most suppliers anticipate a 10 to 30 percent rise in overseas revenue by end-2012 as they bolster efforts to enhance product value and explore new markets.

PRODUCT GALLERY

A-Life Cosmetics Manufacturer Ltd
Model: KBJ11001
Description: 270mL shower gel and bubble bath, 80mL body lotion, bath sponge; GMPC

Guangzhou Obopekal Fine Chemical Co. Ltd
Models: Bath sets
Description: Shampoo, hair care products; plant extracts

Landy International
Model: WEX12A015
Description: Liquid bath soap, body lotion, bath caviar and scrub; BRC, FDA, GSV, GMPC

Quanzhou Besthope Household Products Co. Ltd
Models: BH-0904-N32
Description: 240mL shower gel and bubble bath, 100mL body scrub and body butter, 80g bath salt, 100g soap

STC Bath & Body Care Fty
Model: 2010BBS03
Description: Two each of bath fizzers, cake-shaped bath bombs, facial soap; essential oils; face towel; GMPC

Xiamen Nature Caring Products Co. Ltd
Model: Q11N04
Description: Bath scrub, 400mL shower gel and bubble bath, 50mL hand cream, 140mL body lotion and foot scrub, 140g soap, 200g bath salt; GMPC