AI Insights · Timothy · April 2026
Top Beauty Retail Apps on Android in South Africa: Q1 2026
Explore the performance trends of the top beauty retail apps in South Africa for Q1 2026 with insights from Sensor Tower.
In the first quarter of 2026, Standard Skin & Beauty showed a notable increase in weekly downloads, starting at 152 and reaching 689 by the end of March. Despite no reported revenue, the app maintained a consistent growth in user acquisition.
Think Dirty experienced a stable flow in downloads, fluctuating slightly around the 130 mark, with a peak of 169 towards the end of March. Revenue varied, peaking at $46 in early January, while weekly active users increased from 4.6K to a high of 5.1K.
perfume co saw gradual growth in downloads, beginning with 20 and peaking at 157 mid-quarter. With no revenue data available, the focus remained on user acquisition.
V Perfumes-Buy Perfumes Online showed a fluctuating download pattern, with numbers ranging from 23 to 72 throughout the quarter. Although no revenue was reported, the app maintained a steady presence in the market.
FragranceX.com experienced a modest increase in downloads from 25 to 50 by the end of March. Despite the absence of revenue data, the app's download trend indicates a steady interest.
These insights, sourced from Sensor Tower, highlight the dynamic performance of beauty retail apps in South Africa, with more detailed analytics available on their platform.
