Case
Cosmetics Targeted at High-Income Muslim Consumers in Malaysia and Indonesia
- Research Types
- Content
- Region
- Country
- Support Details
Desk Research, Expert Interviews, BC Interviews
Background & Purpose
To drive further growth in the cosmetics business across Southeast Asia, this project examines the business viability of targeting high-income Muslim consumers — who represent approximately 30% of the region — while surfacing actionable insights for Indonesia and Malaysia through competitive benchmarking and in-depth community and cultural research.
Project Scope & Research Process
- Through desk research, expert interviews, and competitor interviews, categorise brands favoured by high-income Muslim consumers, analyse the acceptance drivers for each segment, and summarise the key differentiating factors of leading global brands targeting the Muslim market in both countries
- Building on the above, evaluate go-to-market approaches for the Muslim market across the 4Ps
- Present a marketing strategy outlining how existing marketing assets can be localised and leveraged for a Muslim audience.
Deliverables
Elements the Attract High-Income Muslims to Brands

Proposed Tactics

Feasibility of Recommended Tactics

Actionable Tactics

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