It’s no secret the U.S. introduced new tariffs on imports from China, the European Union and many other countries. While rates have fluctuated, ranging from a baseline of 10% to as high as 145% on certain Chinese goods earlier this year, per Reuters, it’s clear that global supply chains are under pressure.
According to the Personal Care Products Council, trade policies that raise costs on imported materials could impact the affordability and availability of everyday essentials like toothpaste, shampoo and moisturizer.
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If there are bath and beauty products you use daily, now might be a good time to grab an extra bottle or two. Here are four categories that could be most impacted by trade disruptions and rising costs.
1. Skincare Products
Many skincare products rely on ingredients that are sourced globally. For example, Volza trade data shows the U.S. imports most of its hyaluronic acid from China, India and France.
Products that rely on imported ingredients could become more expensive or harder to restock if global sourcing or shipping delays persist. In an interview with Glamour, Kent Smetters, professor at the Wharton School of Business, said consumers could pay up to 20% more for beauty and skincare products on average due to tariffs.
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2. Oral Hygiene Items
Toothpaste and mouthwash are part of a global supply chain. According to Volza, the U.S. imported over 57,000 shipments of toothpaste between late 2022 and late 2023, primarily from Mexico, India and China.
While import dependence alone doesn’t guarantee disruption, it leaves these products more exposed to rising shipping costs or changing trade policy. In January 2025, Reuters reported Colgate-Palmolive (one of the largest oral care brands in the U.S.) is already taking steps to adjust its sourcing and reduce the potential impact of new tariffs on toothpaste imported from Mexico.
While the extent of future price or supply changes remains unclear, keeping an extra tube or brush head on hand might help avoid last-minute shortages or cost spikes.
3. Haircare
Haircare items like shampoo, conditioner and treatments often rely on global supply chains for both ingredients and packaging.
“It’ll affect makeup, hair care, skin care, anything sold in a bottle,” said Perry Romanowski, a cosmetic chemist, in an interview with Allure. He explained that products made with ingredients like coconut oil and palm oil derivatives are more likely to see price spikes.
If you have a go-to shampoo, deep conditioner or styling product, grabbing an extra bottle could help you avoid potential price hikes or stock issues later on.
4. Body Wash and Deodorant
According to Volza, the U.S. imported over 130,000 shipments of bath and body products from countries like China, India and Mexico in the past year.
While importing data alone doesn’t confirm price hikes, the Personal Care Products Council has warned that tariffs on imported materials may impact both affordability and availability across the personal care sector.
If you have go-to body care products, like moisturizing body washes or natural deodorants, it may be worth grabbing an extra bottle in case future costs rise or supply becomes more limited.
How To Prep Without Panic
Having an extra bottle or backup item for your daily-use products can save money and stress later. Focus on long shelf-life items, and always check expiration dates before buying in bulk.
Prioritize the products you know you’ll use, especially if they contain imported ingredients or come in plastic packaging that could be hit by tariffs.
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