Trending Merchandise Retailer's Can't Afford to Miss in 2025 These 7 Product Categories have been experiencing significant sales growth in the curren
Trending Merchandise Retailer’s Can’t Afford to Miss in 2025
These 7 Product Categories have been experiencing significant sales growth in the current market due to various factors, including the pandemic and changes in consumer lifestyles, among others. From wellness products to spring cleaning supplies, stock your store with popular items customers are searching for in 2025!
List of Top-Selling Product Categories in 2025:
- Health Products
- Fitness Equipment
- Spring Cleaning Products
- Hardware
- Pet Products
- Beauty Supplies
- Personal Care
Product Category Breakdown
Health & Wellness Products
The global wellness industry is worth nearly $3 trillion, with U.S. consumers spending $480 billion annually—82% consider wellness a top priority in their daily lives.
Products that help customers prioritize well-being are in demand:
✔ First aid, supplements/vitamins, exercise equipment
✔ At-home wellness devices & self-care products
✔ Spa-like essentials: robes, eye masks, home spa kits
Personal Care
Consumers prioritize personal care and appearance, driving strong demand for skincare, makeup, and grooming products. Self-care remains a top spending priority—stock up now to meet demand!
✔ Fragrances & hygiene essentials
✔ Skincare & bath products
✔ Relaxation kits & home spa sets
Fitness Equipment
New Year fitness goals continue to fuel demand. Home workout products remain best-sellers:
✔ Resistance bands & dumbbells
✔ Yoga mats & compression sleeves
✔ Home fitness accessories
Spring Cleaning Products
Hygiene and cleanliness are gaining traction, driving increased demand for cleaning products. Consumers are actively seeking functional and high-performance items. This category includes surface cleaners, detergents, disinfectants, and air fresheners.
- Laundry detergent (81%)
- Liquid dish soap (81%)
- Trash bags (80%)
- Glass cleaner (79%)
Hardware
Consumers are motivated to upgrade their homes and invest in better hardware. DIY projects are increasingly popular, and home improvement stores are experiencing a boom in sales due to this trend. Spring home improvement projects are kicking off, boosting sales in this category.
Best Sellers:
✔ Garden tools & building appliances
✔ Travel gear (bags, backpacks)
Pet Supplies
Pet ownership is on the rise, driving strong demand for pet products—including grooming products, toys, and pet carriers. This sustained growth is fueling significant sales increases in the pet care as pet owners are willing to spend for quality products.
✔ Grooming tools, brushes & hygiene products
✔ Pet toothpaste & feeders
✔ Pet leashes & carriers
✔ Pet mats & training pads
✔ Beds, toys & accessories
Beauty Products
The beauty industry is booming, valued at $60 Billion and growing. Value fragrances are gaining traction, and affordable luxury fragrance alternatives making high-end scents accessible to more consumers. Stock these in-demand items:
✔ Skincare & cosmetics
✔ Perfumes & grooming products
✔ Haircare & hair styling tools
Toys & Hobby
The toy industry hit $73 Billion in revenue last year, projected to surpass $150 Billion in the coming years. Parents and collectors alike are buying:
✔ Toy cars, planes & collectibles
✔ Puzzles & plush toys
✔ DIY craft & model kits
“Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services” published by United States Census Bureau on [February 14, 2025].
