This document discusses trends in the ethnic hair care market and opportunities for new product development. It notes that the Black population in the US is growing faster than the white population, with rising spending power. There is increased interest among Black consumers in natural hairstyles and scalp treatments. Hair treatments have seen the most new product launches for ethnic hair. Conditioners are evolving while regular shampoo usage is dipping slightly. The document outlines hair care regimens and product needs for different hair textures like coily and curly hair. It also discusses opportunities in catering to multicultural beauty needs and maintaining or restoring natural and relaxed hair styles.