IMARC Group’s report, titled “Hair Colour Manufacturing Plant Project Report 2025: Industry Trends, Plant Setup, Machinery, Raw Materials, Investment Opportunities, Cost and Revenue” provides a complete roadmap for setting up a hair colour manufacturing plant. It covers a comprehensive market overview to micro-level information such as unit operations involved, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure requirements, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, etc. The report also provides detailed insights into project economics, including capital investments, project funding, operating expenses, income and expenditure projections, fixed costs vs. variable costs, direct and indirect costs, expected ROI and net present value (NPV), profit and loss account, financial analysis, etc.
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Hair colour refers to a product that temporarily changes the colour of hair. It is widely available in various tones, such as green, beige, ash, violet, gold, brown, red, orange, and auburn. It works by penetrating each hair cuticle, entering the hair cortex, and bonding with the hair or coating each strand with colour. It provides volume and strength to the hair by expanding strands and adding texture and coatings. As it does not contain any harsh chemicals or ammonia as compared to hair dye, the demand for hair colour is rising across the globe.
At present, the increasing demand for hair colour by the aging population to cover their grey hair represents one of the key factors supporting the growth of the market. Besides this, there is a rise in the demand for hair colour on account of the growing incidence of grey hair among the young working population due to stress and improper diet around the world. This, along with the increasing awareness among the masses about the benefits of hair colour, is propelling the growth of the market. Moreover, the wide availability of hair colour through offline and online distribution channels, along with the thriving e-commerce industry, is strengthening the growth of the market. In addition, key players are investing in the development of DIY-based professional hair colors that can be applied at home. They are also focusing on introducing natural hair colour due to its many benefits over synthetic hair colour. Apart from this, there is an increase in the demand for organic hair colour due to the rising prevalence of skin allergies among individuals across the globe. This, coupled with the growing number of hair salons and spas to treat the hair of consumers, is offering a favorable market outlook. Additionally, the escalating demand for hair colour among millennials to keep up with fashion trends is bolstering the growth of the market.
The following aspects have been covered in the report on setting up a hair colour manufacturing plant:
The report provides insights into the landscape of the hair colour industry at the global level. The report also provides a segment-wise and region-wise breakup of the global hair colour industry. Additionally, it also provides the price analysis of feedstocks used in the manufacturing of hair colour, along with the industry profit margins.
The report also provides detailed information related to the process flow and various unit operations involved in a hair colour manufacturing plant. Furthermore, information related to mass balance and raw material requirements has also been provided in the report with a list of necessary quality assurance criteria and technical tests.
The report provides a detailed location analysis covering insights into the land location, selection criteria, location significance, environmental impact, and expenditure for setting up a hair colour manufacturing plant. Additionally, the report provides information related to plant layout and factors influencing the same. Furthermore, other requirements and expenditures related to machinery, raw materials, packaging, transportation, utilities, and human resources have also been covered in the report.
Capital Expenditure (CapEx) and Operational Expenditure (OpEx) Analysis:

The report also covers a detailed analysis of the project economics for setting up a hair colour manufacturing plant. This includes the analysis and detailed understanding of capital expenditure (CapEx), operating expenditure (OpEx), income projections, taxation, depreciation, liquidity analysis, profitability analysis, payback period, NPV, uncertainty analysis, and sensitivity analysis. Furthermore, the report also provides a detailed analysis of the regulatory procedures and approvals, information related to financial assistance, along with a comprehensive list of certifications required for setting up a hair colour manufacturing plant.
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| Total Expenditure | US$ | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Gross Profit | US$ | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Gross Margin | % | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Net Profit | US$ | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Net Margin | % | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Report Features | Details |
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| Product Name | Hair Colour |
| Report Coverage | Detailed Process Flow: Unit Operations Involved, Quality Assurance Criteria, Technical Tests, Mass Balance, and Raw Material Requirements Land, Location and Site Development: Selection Criteria and Significance, Location Analysis, Project Planning and Phasing of Development, Environmental Impact, Land Requirement and Costs Plant Layout: Importance and Essentials, Layout, Factors Influencing Layout Plant Machinery: Machinery Requirements, Machinery Costs, Machinery Suppliers (Provided on Request) Raw Materials: Raw Material Requirements, Raw Material Details and Procurement, Raw Material Costs, Raw Material Suppliers (Provided on Request) Packaging: Packaging Requirements, Packaging Material Details and Procurement, Packaging Costs, Packaging Material Suppliers (Provided on Request) Other Requirements and Costs: Transportation Requirements and Costs, Utility Requirements and Costs, Energy Requirements and Costs, Water Requirements and Costs, Human Resource Requirements and Costs Project Economics: Capital Costs, Techno-Economic Parameters, Income Projections, Expenditure Projections, Product Pricing and Margins, Taxation, Depreciation Financial Analysis: Liquidity Analysis, Profitability Analysis, Payback Period, Net Present Value, Internal Rate of Return, Profit and Loss Account, Uncertainty Analysis, Sensitivity Analysis, Economic Analysis Other Analysis Covered in The Report: Market Trends and Analysis, Market Segmentation, Market Breakup by Region, Price Trends, Competitive Landscape, Regulatory Landscape, Strategic Recommendations, Case Study of a Successful Venture |
| Currency | US$ (Data can also be provided in the local currency) |
| Customization Scope | The report can also be customized based on the requirement of the customer |
| Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
| Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
While we have aimed to create an all-encompassing report, we acknowledge that individual stakeholders may have unique demands. Thus, we offer customized report options that cater to your specific requirements. Our consultants are available to discuss your business requirements, and we can tailor the report's scope accordingly. Some of the common customizations that we are frequently requested to make by our clients include:
Capital requirements generally include land acquisition, construction, equipment procurement, installation, pre-operative expenses, and initial working capital. The total amount varies with capacity, technology, and location.
To start a hair colour manufacturing business, one needs to conduct a market feasibility study, secure required licenses, arrange funding, select suitable land, procure equipment, recruit skilled labor, and establish a supply chain and distribution network.
Hair colour manufacturing requires raw materials such as pigments, alkalizers (like ammonia), and an oxidizing agent (like hydrogen peroxide) to create the colour, along with conditioning agents, emulsifiers, antioxidants, preservatives, and fragrances to stabilize and improve the final product.
A hair colour factory typically requires mixing and blending tanks, high-shear emulsifiers, reactors, homogenizers, filtration units, filling and sealing machines, labeling and packaging equipment, and quality testing instruments.
The main steps generally include:
Procuring and measuring raw ingredients accurately
Mixing dyes, emulsifiers, and conditioning agents
Heating and blending to form uniform mixture
Filtering to remove impurities and particles
Cooling mixture to suitable filling temperature
Filling hair colour into labeled containers
Packaging and storing finished hair colour products
Distribution
Usually, the timeline can range from 12 to 24 months to start a hair colour manufacturing plant, depending on factors like site development, machinery installation, environmental clearances, safety measures, and trial runs.
Challenges may include high capital requirements, securing regulatory approvals, ensuring raw material supply, competition, skilled manpower availability, and managing operational risks.
Typical requirements include business registration, environmental clearances, factory licenses, fire safety certifications, and industry-specific permits. Local/state/national regulations may apply depending on the location.
The top hair colour manufacturers are:
L'Oréal Group
Henkel (Schwarzkopf)
Wella
Coty Inc.
Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Profitability depends on several factors including market demand, manufacturing efficiency, pricing strategy, raw material cost management, and operational scale. Profit margins usually improve with capacity expansion and increased capacity utilization rates.
Cost components typically include:
Land and Infrastructure
Machinery and Equipment
Building and Civil Construction
Utilities and Installation
Working Capital
Break even in a hair colour manufacturing business typically range from 3 to 6 years, depending on scale, regulatory compliance costs, raw material pricing, and market demand. Efficient manufacturing and export opportunities can help accelerate returns.
Governments may offer incentives such as capital subsidies, tax exemptions, reduced utility tariffs, export benefits, or interest subsidies to promote manufacturing under various national or regional industrial policies.
Financing can be arranged through term loans, government-backed schemes, private equity, venture capital, equipment leasing, or strategic partnerships. Financial viability assessments help identify optimal funding routes.