Market Introduction
Non-alcoholic wet wipes are designed for use on sensitive skin, making them ideal for use on infants, toddlers, and adults with sensitive skin. They are also widely used in the healthcare industry, especially in hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical settings. In addition, consumers increasingly prefer non-alcoholic wet wipes for personal hygiene and cleaning purposes. The market in the US is highly competitive, with major players such as Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, and Kimberly-Clark.
Market Overview and Dynamics
Consumers have been increasingly prioritizing convenience for the past few years owing to hectic work schedules and busy lifestyles. They are willing to pay more for the products that help save their time and effort. Alcohol-free wet wipes are gentle on the skin and prevent inflammation, irritation, allergies, and infections. Usually, non-alcoholic wet wipes are used for babies since their skin is highly sensitive to chemicals. Consumers having acne-prone and sensitive skin prefer non-alcoholic facial wipes that gently remove the makeup and help cleanse the skin without worsening the existing skin condition by preventing inflammation or irritation. Non-alcoholic wet wipes also help retain the natural pH of the skin and provide necessary hydration, making the skin dirt-free and clean. Manufacturers incorporate natural ingredients and extracts such as aloe vera, honey, lavender, and calendula in non-alcoholic wet wipes that help moisturize the skin and offer a pleasant fragrance. Pampers claims that it provides baby diaper wipes that are 97% water-based and are free of alcohol, perfume, parabens, phenoxyethanol, and dyes. They are infused with aloe vera leaf juice, castor oil, citric acid, and benzyl alcohol that are safe for babies’ sensitive skin.
Furthermore, non-alcoholic wipes are gentle on sensitive intimate parts, maintain the pH of vaginal area, and remove odor-causing bacteria. They are highly suitable for freshening up the intimate area after a workout or exercise to remove sweat, which may cause bacterial infections. Alcohol-free feminine wipes also provide necessary hydration by balancing the acidic pH of the vagina. Further, feminine wipes are used to instantly clean the vaginal area during menstruation while changing pads or tampons. These wipes are portable and convenient to use while traveling. Thus, increasing awareness of feminine hygiene among women in the US bolsters the non-alcoholic wet wipes market growth.
Key Market Segments
Based on type, the US non-alcoholic wet wipes market is segmented into medical wipes, facial wipes, baby wipes, pet wipes, and others. In 2020, the baby wipes segment held the largest market share. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), the birth rate in the US increased by 1% from 2020 to record more than 3 million births in 2021. Thus, with the increasing birth rate, the demand for baby care products, such as baby wipes, is also increasing across the country. Baby wipes help clean and reduce bacteria on the baby's skin and minimize the risk of infection and skin irritation.
Based on distribution channel, the US non-alcoholic wet wipes market is divided into supermarkets & hypermarkets, specialty stores, online retail, others. Supermarket & hypermarket segment is significantly growing with an increasing urbanization, rising working professionals, and competitive pricing are a few factors boosting the popularity of supermarkets and hypermarkets in the US. These shops offer various wet wipes from different brands at competitive prices, making it easy for customers to find the required product.
Major Sources and Companies Listed
A few major primary and secondary sources referred to while preparing the US non-alcoholic wet wipes market report are company websites, annual reports, financial reports, national government documents, and statistical databases. Guy & O'Neill Inc, Mercantile Development Inc, Premier Care Industries Inc, Multi-Pack Solutions LLC, National Wiper Alliance Inc, Diamond Wipes International Inc, YEZIS LLC., Kimberley-Clark Worldwide Inc, Sabun Co, and Eleeo Brands LLC are the major companies listed in the report. These companies face competition on the basis of a wide product portfolio. Moreover, companies are adopting various development strategies to enhance their market share.
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