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May 11, 2026

China Cosmetics Monthly Tracker

Monthly UpdateEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsConsumer Staples

China's online cosmetics GMV growth decelerated to 2% in April 2026, driven by a sharp 27% decline on Tmall/Taobao that was only partially offset by 21% growth on Douyin.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Total China online cosmetics GMV growth slowed to 2% in April 2026, a deceleration from 6% in 1Q26.
  • 2.There is a significant platform divergence: Douyin grew 21% while Tmall/Taobao declined 27% in April.
  • 3.Local brands Shanghai Jahwa (+53%) and Mao Geping (+36%) were the top performers in April, significantly outperforming peers.

Table of Contents

  • Apr online GMV performance
  • By Brand
  • SKU tracker
  • High-frequency industry data
  • Key announcements & Reports
  • Sector valuation
  • Global Cosmetics comp table
  • Price Target Risks and Methodology
  • Disclosure Appendix

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Authors

Valerie Zhou

Securities

MGPShanghai Jahwa United603605.SS2367.HKOR FPEL

Themes

Platform Migration (Tmall to Douyin)Reduction in KOL RelianceFocus on 618 Shopping Festival

Regions

Asia PacificEuropeChinaSouth KoreaFrance