Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive investment outlook for the Chinese oral beauty market, projecting a market size exceeding 25 billion yuan by 2025, despite a slowdown in growth rate compared to previous years [2][12]. Core Insights - The Chinese oral beauty market is experiencing a transformation from "marketing-driven" to "science-driven," influenced by policy, technology, and consumer demand, with second and third-tier cities and younger demographics identified as future growth engines [3][22]. - The market is characterized by high concentration, with major brands entering the space, and a significant increase in online sales channels, particularly through platforms like Douyin [8][24]. - The demand for anti-aging and whitening products continues to grow, establishing these as the two core segments within the oral beauty market [26][31]. Summary by Sections 1. Market & Industry Trends - China has become the second-largest consumer market for oral beauty products in East Asia, following Japan, with a market share of 30.7% in the Asia-Pacific region [12]. - The market is projected to grow, with a forecast of over 25 billion yuan by 2025, despite a slight decrease in growth rate [12][15]. - The industry is witnessing a surge in brand entries, with both domestic and international brands targeting the Chinese market [15][22]. 2. Consumer Analysis - The primary consumer demographic for oral beauty products on Douyin is women aged 31-40, with younger consumers (18-23) showing heightened interest [41][45]. - The interest in oral beauty topics is particularly strong in new first-tier, second-tier, and third-tier cities, with users most active on weekends [47][50]. 3. Product & Efficacy Trends - The report identifies a shift towards functional foods and traditional supplements, with a notable lack of products passing health food certifications [55][58]. - Popular efficacy ingredients include plant extracts, collagen, probiotics, and B vitamins, with a growing consumer preference for products that emphasize scientific validation of ingredients [72][83]. - The market is seeing a rise in innovative product forms, such as snack-like formats, driven by younger consumers seeking convenience [62][66].