Press release
Why the Global Glycolic Acid Market is Expanding with Rising Demand in Skincare and Industrial Applications
The global glycolic acid market is witnessing robust growth worldwide. The growing demand in various sectors such as personal care, skincare, and pharmaceuticals is supporting the market growth around the world. Additionally, Glycolic acid's ability to brighten skin, exfoliate, and reduce signs of ageing is propelling its strong demand in the skincare sector. Overall, glycolic acid is a vital product in both industrial and consumer markets.According to 6Wresearch, the Global Glycolic Acid Market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 6.60% between 2025 and 2031. Major key drivers such as the increasing disposable incomes, growing awareness of skincare routines, and demand for anti-ageing products are boosting the market expansion globally. Furthermore, growing industrial demand for glycolic acid in biodegradable polymers, cleaning agents, and textile finishing is another key driver further supporting the market growth. Moreover, the shifting consumer preference towards safe and sustainable chemical solutions is shaping the market dynamics .
Request Sample Page: https://www.6wresearch.com/industry-report/global-glycolic-acid-market
Regional Insights:
• North America: The U.S. dominates this market owing to a strong personal care and cosmetics industry and the presence of leading chemical manufacturers.
• Europe: Countries such as France, Germany, and the UK are experiencing growth driven by high demand for pharmaceutical and skincare applications.
• Asia-Pacific: China, India, Japan, and South Korea are rapidly expanding markets, driven by beauty-conscious consumers, an increasing middle-class population, and rising industrial uses.
• Latin America &Middle East: The Latin America & Middle East regions are also emerging market in the global glycolic acid market, contributing to the market growth globally.
Applications of Glycolic Acid:
• Food Industry: Used as a preservative and flavoring agent.
• Skincare & Cosmetics: Widely used in creams, serums, exfoliants and chemical peels for improving skin texture and reducing wrinkles.
• Pharmaceuticals: Plays a crucial role in drug formulation and dermatological treatments.
• Industrial Uses: Important for leather tanning, textile dyeing, and cleaning agents due to its biodegradable and effective nature.
• Polymers: Used in the production of polyglycolic acid, a biodegradable polymer with growing demand.
Market Segmentation:
• By Region: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.
• By Application: Skincare, pharmaceuticals, food industry, polymers, and industrial cleaning.
By End User: Pharmaceutical manufacturers, personal care companies, food processing companies, and industrial sectors.
• By Type: Cosmetic grade, pharmaceutical grade, and industrial grade glycolic acid.
Challenges and Opportunities:
The global glycolic acid market faces several critical challenges, even with the steady growth. Issues such as potential side effects, strict government regulations, and rising competition from alternative chemical ingredients are posing major challenges which are hampering the market growth globally. Additionally, fluctuations in raw materials are also creating barriers which affect the production cost. Despite steady growth, the market offers ample opportunities for investors seeking long-term growth in the market. Rising consumer awareness about skincare and self-care routines, rising demand for eco-friendly industrial chemicals, and the ongoing expansion of pharmaceutical applications are creating strong market potential. Moreover, continuous innovation in formulations further encourages stable market growth.
Conclusion:
The global glycolic acid market is expected to experience steady growth in the future. Emerging factors such as the growing demand from pharmaceuticals, skincare, and industrial applications are supporting the market growth. Furthermore, continued advancements and rising awareness about safe and sustainable chemical use will likely shape market dynamics. Overall, glycolic acid is a vital product in healthcare, personal care, and industrial markets.
Related Topics:
https://www.6wresearch.com/industry-report/switzerland-glycolic-acid-market
https://www.6wresearch.com/industry-report/japan-glycolic-acid-market
https://www.6wresearch.com/industry-report/africa-glycolic-acid-market
https://www.6wresearch.com/industry-report/middle-east-glycolic-acid-market
About Us-
6Wresearch is the premier, one stop market intelligence and advisory centre, known for its best in class business research and consulting activity. We provide industry research reports and consulting service across different industries and geographies which provide industry players an in-depth coverage and help them in decision making before investing or enter into a particular geography.
Contact Us: Phone: +911143024305 | Email Id: sales@6wresearch.com
Address: 3rd Floor, Pearls Omaxe Tower, 4-5-6, Netaji Subhash Place, Pitampura, New Delhi-110034
This release was published on openPR.
Permanent link to this press release:
Copy
Please set a link in the press area of your homepage to this press release on openPR. openPR disclaims liability for any content contained in this release.
You can edit or delete your press release Why the Global Glycolic Acid Market is Expanding with Rising Demand in Skincare and Industrial Applications here
News-ID: 4157723 • Views: …
More Releases from 6Wresearch- Market Intelligence Solutions

Exploring the Growth of the Global IP Multimedia Subsystem Market
The global IP Multimedia Subsystem market is witnessing steady growth worldwide. The market offers a standardised architecture for delivering multimedia services over Internet Protocol (IP) networks. Additionally, the demand is rising actively as it helps operators and service providers manage and deliver services such as video calling, voice over LTE (VoLTE), messaging, push-to-talk, and conferencing across multiple devices and networks. The increasing demand for seamless communication, integration of advanced services,…

Regional Analysis of the Inverter Market & Applications of Inverters Across Vari …
The global inverter market growth has been proliferating over the years, driven by the power and energy sector is expanding. The market expansion is influenced majorly by a high demand for inverters that are major solutions to convert direct current (DC) into alternating current. There are some major growth drivers of the market, which include rapid urbanization and the rising technological advancements. Another major factor proliferating the growth of the…

Maximising Revenue Opportunities in the Expanding Global Interior Design Market
The global interior design market is experiencing robust growth globally. The rising disposable income, urbanisation, and the growing emphasis on lifestyle and wellness are supporting the global interior design market expansion. Moreover, the ongoing integration of sustainable practices, smart technologies, and personalised solutions is further boosting the market expansion.
According to 6Wresearch, the Global Interior Design Market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.80% between…

Future Opportunities and Emerging Models in the Insurance Market
The global insurance market is witnessing steady growth worldwide. It is the most important part of the financial sector as it offers protection against risks and uncertainties. Furthermore, Insurance provides security for individuals, families, and businesses. The rising awareness of financial planning, growing incomes, urbanization, and the digital transformation of financial services are boosting the market growth. Moreover, governments and private players are also supporting the market expansion.
According to 6Wresearch,…
More Releases for Glycolic
Glycolic Acid Peel Market Growth, Innovations, and Forecast 2034
Glycolic acid peel market is valued at approximately $454 million in 2024 and is projected to reach around $892 million by 2034. This represents a CAGR of about 7.2%.
On March 5, 2025, Exactitude Consultancy., Ltd. released a research report titled "Glycolic Acid Peel Market "evaluation provides information on the major business trends that will impact the market's growth between 2025 and 2034. It provides information on the fundamental business strategies…
Glycolic Acid Peel Market Massive Growth opportunity Ahead
A newly published report by Exactitude Consultancy on the "Glycolic Acid Peel Market 2025" offers a detailed overview of the industry, featuring insights into competitive landscapes and market segments. The report incorporates graphs, tables, and charts to present data in a user-friendly format, making it easy to analyze and compare figures. Serving as a central source of market information, the research highlights key challenges and future growth opportunities. Additionally, the…
Glycolic Acid Market Size | Industry Share Growth 2032
Glycolic Acid Market Overview
The global glycolic acid market has garnered significant attention due to its versatile applications in various industries, such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and food processing. Glycolic acid, an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from sugarcane, is widely recognized for its exfoliating and skin-renewing properties. The increasing demand for skincare products, coupled with the rising awareness of glycolic acid's benefits, has driven the market's growth. The market's expansion is…
Glycolic Acid market Size, Demand and Research Report by 2028 | Rising demand fo …
Global "Glycolic Acid Market" [2021-2027] provides invaluable insights into the market conditions, growth determinants, and competition analysis through an in-depth Analysis of the industry. The growth of the segments allows for precise estimates and forecasts of sales by Type and by Application in terms of volume and value through 2027. You can grow your firm by focusing on suitable niche markets with the aid of this investigation.
Glycolic acid is…
Europe is Dominating Glycolic Acid Industry - P&S Intelligence
The glycolic acid market was valued at USD 309.3 million in 2021, and it is set to reach USD 604.4 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.7% between 2021 and 2030, according to a research report by a market research company P&S Intelligence.
In 2021, the personal care and cosmetics category held the largest market share at 58.2%. this is due to glycolic acid being extensively utilized in skincare…
Glycolic Acid Market Prospects and Growth Assessment 2030
The market crossed US$ 327.0 million mark in 2022 and is expected to hit US$ 508.9 million by 2030, recording a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period
The "Glycolic Acid Market" forecast 2030 report analyses the present and future competitive scenario of the analytics industry. Glycolic Acid Market report offers an indepth analysis on segments including top companies, products, applications, revenue and regions. a number of topics including likewise market…