South Korea Nutricosmetics Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Capsules, Tablets and Softgels, Drinks, Powders, Gummies and Candies, and Others), By Distribution Channel (Store-Based and Non-Store-Based), and South Korea Nutricosmetics Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Nutricosmetics Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Nutricosmetics Market Size was estimated at USD 248.6 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 7.59% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Nutricosmetics Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 556 Billion by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the South Korea Nutricosmetics Market Size is Anticipated to reach USD 556 Billion by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 7.59% from 2025 to 2035. To growing demand for customized, consumable solutions and the nation's sophisticated skincare culture, which are driving consumer awareness of holistic beauty and wellness. Adoption in the skincare, haircare, and nailcare sectors is also being accelerated by social media influence, aging populations, and a preference for natural, anti-aging ingredients.

Market Overview

The South Korea nutricosmetics market refers to the industry centered on ingestible beauty products that combine nutrition and cosmetics to improve skin, hair, and nail health from the inside out is known as the "nutricosmetics market" in South Korea. Additionally, this change is being driven by the need for holistic beauty treatments as well as the influence of social media, where beauty experts regularly recommend these products. The trend is a result of South Korea's advanced skincare culture, which promotes nutricosmetics as an extension of traditional beauty products. Further, the trend of personalization in nutricosmetics is gaining traction as customers seek solutions tailored to their specific skin types and issues. Many companies now focus on developing special formulas that cater to specific needs, such as skin whitening, hydration, and anti-aging.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the South Korea nutricosmetics market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea nutricosmetics market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the South Korea nutricosmetics market.

Driving Factors

South Korean consumers' growing health consciousness is a major factor driving the country's nutricosmetics market's expansion. Consumer preferences have clearly shifted over the last ten years toward goods that improve both appearance and general health. Additionally, the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare reports that about 28% of people now routinely include nutritional supplements in their daily routine. The government of South Korea is supporting this trend by launching public health campaigns to encourage healthier lifestyles

Restraining Factors

Despite its rapid expansion, the nutricosmetics market in South Korea is hindered by a number of factors, such as low consumer knowledge regarding the safety and effectiveness of products, particularly among older populations. Furthermore, new entrants face difficulties due to high R&D costs and strict regulatory frameworks for ingestible beauty products. Widespread adoption is also hampered by issues with price sensitivity, lack of clinical validation, and ingredient transparency, especially in mass-market segments.

The South Korea nutricosmetics market share is classified into type and distribution channel.

• The capsules segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea nutricosmetics market is segmented by type into capsules, tablets and softgels, drinks, powders, gummies and candies, and others. Among these, the capsules segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Its precise dosing, high bioavailability, and ease of consumption make it a popular format among consumers who are concerned about their health. Growth is also being driven by the growing popularity of preventive wellness practices, customized beauty supplements, and anti-aging and skin-enhancing ingredients like collagen and vitamins.

• The store-based segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea nutricosmetics market is segmented by distribution channel into store-based and non-store-based. Among these, the store-based segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Store-based channels have traditionally dominated because they give customers a tactile way to try on different products, which is important in a market where demand for customized cosmetics and health solutions is rising.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea nutricosmetics market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Amorepacific Corporation
• LG Household & Health Care
• Kolmar Korea
• BTL Korea Co., Ltd.
• Ildong Bioscience
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the South Korea Nutricosmetics Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Nutricosmetics Market, By Type

• Capsules
• Tablets and Softgels
• Drinks
• Powders
• Gummies and Candies
• Others

South Korea Nutricosmetics Market, By Distribution Channel

• Store-Based
• Non-Store-Based