Skincare Industry Evolution & Trends - Skincare has evolved from ancient Ayurvedic practices to a commercialized industry influenced by British colonization, resulting in a hybrid skincare culture in India [4][5][6] - From the 1920s to 1940s, women primarily used soap, borolene, and talcum powder, while men mainly used water; currently, women follow 3-5 step routines, and men are adopting cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection [7][8] - The skincare industry is projected to reach $47 billion by 2035 [13] - In 2024, 42% of millennials shopped for beauty products online, while Gen Z and Gen X each accounted for 36% [13][14] Ayurveda & Holistic Skincare (A-Beauty) - Ayurveda emphasizes looking beyond external applications, focusing on diet, lifestyle, and balancing internal physiology for skincare [16] - Mental health impacts skin: positive emotions improve skin, while negative emotions can inflame or dry it out [17][18][19] - The skin is semi-permeable, absorbing both beneficial and toxic elements, highlighting the importance of reading product labels [21][22][23] - The gut-skin axis connects digestion and skin health, with digestive issues potentially leading to skin problems like eczema or psoriasis [23][24][25] - A-beauty aligns with genetic makeup, cultural diversity, diet, and lifestyle, promoting health and cost savings [30] K-Beauty & Similarities with Ayurveda - K-beauty's rise exemplifies the changing skincare world, utilizing ingredients like Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola), licorice (mulleti), ginseng (similar to ashwagandha), and rice water [27][28] - There are similarities between K-beauty and A-beauty in terms of ingredients and focus on holistic well-being [29] Dark and Bright Sides of the Skincare Industry - The bright side of the skincare industry empowers consumers with knowledge of essential products (cleanser, moisturizer, sun protection), while the dark side thrives on insecurities, selling products with harmful ingredients [14][15] - The bright side promotes "less is more," while the dark side enforces "fear of missing out" and constant product consumption [15]