CNBC(@CNBC):As consumers become more educated about the products they’re buying and look to make more holistic purchases, a new retail category is emerging. What were once three separate sections — beauty, health and wellness — have converged into one large category as consumers look for products that serve multiple purposes. That change in consumer behavior is creating more competition for companies racing to win over the corresponding share of customers’ wallets, industry experts said. Learn how retailers are responding to the changes:

2026.09.23 00:00

As consumers become more educated about the products they’re buying and look to make more holistic purchases, a new retail category is emerging. What were once three separate sections — beauty, health and wellness — have converged into one large category as consumers look for products that serve multiple purposes. That change in consumer behavior is creating more competition for companies racing to win over the corresponding share of customers’ wallets, industry experts said. Learn how retailers are responding to the changes: