Rise of Natural Beauty: Macro Trends and Consumer Insights

Natural beauty is one of the fastest-growing segments in the beauty industry, driven by consumers seeking wellness, sustainability, and purity. In this article, we explore the state of natural beauty, including trends, growth platforms, consumer insights, and what the future holds. Click Here to Download the Deck Consumer Education and Activation In today’s digital age, … Read more Rise of Natural Beauty: Macro Trends and Consumer Insights

The Rise of Values-Oriented Consumers: How Functional Ingredients are Shaping the Snacks Category

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Key Takeaways: Consumers are becoming more health and values-oriented, and are willing to pay a premium for products that align with their values.  Functional ingredients, which provide a specific health or nutritional benefit, are increasingly popular among consumers.  Snacking is one category that has seen a lot of innovation in the functional ingredients space.  Values-oriented … Read more The Rise of Values-Oriented Consumers: How Functional Ingredients are Shaping the Snacks Category

10 Ways to Shop Sustainably

Thanks to rising awareness of climate and environmental concerns, many people are looking for ways to make better and more informed choices in their daily habits. Fortunately, there are many ways everyone can make small changes to live a more sustainable lifestyle when you go shopping.  To help you out, we’ve put together a list … Read more 10 Ways to Shop Sustainably

8 Takeaways from Expo West 2023

Last week, the 2023 edition of Natural Products Expo West brought the natural industry together in Anaheim for an exciting week of education, conversations, product showcases, and—most importantly—sampling. With more than 65,000 registered attendees and 3,000 exhibitors across 5 days and multiple halls, Expo West reminded everyone why it is the event of the year … Read more 8 Takeaways from Expo West 2023

SPINS Product Intelligence Attribute Spotlight: Regenerative Organic Certification

SPINS Product Intelligence Spotlight: Regenerative Organic Certification

Key Takeaways Regenerative organic agriculture is an exciting new cross-industry initiative to go beyond sustainability goals and improve productivity vs. just maintaining balance. It’s an extremely rigorous certification that builds on the path that other certifications have begun. Shoppers are increasingly looking to label claims and certifications to guide their purchase decisions, not just for … Read more SPINS Product Intelligence Attribute Spotlight: Regenerative Organic Certification

Milk Brands Are Responding to Changing Consumer Values

Sustainability Influences Traditional and Plant-based Milk Categories Go to any coffee shop today and you can hear the barista rattle off a wide range of milk options—many of them plant-based. Milk, for many consumers, is not the same drink they had when they were growing up. Even a glass of cow’s milk isn’t what it … Read more Milk Brands Are Responding to Changing Consumer Values

Get Ready for Natural Products Expo West 2023

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Natural Products Expo West is almost here and we’re excited to see you there. That’s why we wanted to help you make the most of the year’s biggest show. With thousands of vendors in several halls, you might feel intimidated trying to take it all in and overwhelmed enjoying all the samples. Especially right now, … Read more Get Ready for Natural Products Expo West 2023

7 Trends To Watch In 2023

What shoppers will be prioritizing in food, beverage, beauty, and pet care The new year is poised to bring a mix of trends that will meet shopper preferences and shape the health and wellness industry. Many of the trends that will make the biggest splash in 2023 aren’t brand new, but rather reaching new heights … Read more 7 Trends To Watch In 2023

2022 Recap: What Affected the Health & Wellness Industry This Year

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Inflation, sustainability, and shopper trends shaped the market in 2022. The past 12 months have been eventful, exciting, and stressful. Unlike the previous two years that left everyone unmoored, 2022 was a year of moving forward. Shoppers returned to stores, students were in school, and workers settled into their permanent routines. The pandemic still affects … Read more 2022 Recap: What Affected the Health & Wellness Industry This Year

Global Pet Expo 2022 Recap: Humanization of Pets Reaches New Heights

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5 Trends We Saw on the Global Pet Expo Floor Global Pet Expo took over the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, with vendors from all over the world giving us a glimpse into the future of the pet industry. In addition to saying hello to all the adorable cats and dogs who came by … Read more Global Pet Expo 2022 Recap: Humanization of Pets Reaches New Heights