Browse > Article
http://dx.doi.org/10.5762/KAIS.2016.17.6.527

Importance-Performance Analysis(IPA) of the selection attributes of functional cosmetics  

Han, Do-Kyung (Department of Foodservice Management and Nutrition, Sangmyung University)
Lee, Hyun-Jun (Department of Foodservice Management and Nutrition, Sangmyung University)
Paik, Hyun-Dong (Department of Food Science & Biotechnology of Animal Resources, Konkuk University)
Shin, Dong-Kyoo (General Bio Co., Ltd.)
Park, Dae-Sub (Department of Foodservice Management and Nutrition, Sangmyung University)
Hwang, Hye-Sun (Department of Foodservice Management and Nutrition, Sangmyung University)
Hong, Wan-Soo (Department of Foodservice Management and Nutrition, Sangmyung University)
Publication Information
Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society / v.17, no.6, 2016 , pp. 527-536 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study aims to generate baseline data for vitalizing the sales of functional cosmetics through an Importance-Performance Analysis (IPA) of the selection attributes of functional cosmetics. From the analysis of consumers' selection criteria, the study will assist functional cosmetics companies in reflecting consumer demands and therefore securing competitiveness. For this, general consumers aged over 20 years were surveyed for 5 weeks from Feb 23 through Mar 30, 2015, and 447 empirical data (response rate 88.9%) were processed through SPSS WIN 21.0 program for analysis. To conduct gender difference analysis on the IPA of the selection attributes of functional cosmetics, 17 selection attributes were categorized into 4 factors: functionality, labeling, popularity, and product. Cronbach's alpha for all factors was 0.5, proving the internal consistency and reliability of the survey. The survey results showed that while the entire average came out significantly higher for females (5.89/7points) than for males (5.66/7points) (p<0.001), the selection attributes 'anti-wrinkling', 'whitening function', 'functionality', 'expiration date', 'full ingredient labeling system' and 'various promotional events' showed significant gender differences. IPA results pertaining to gender showed 'price', 'functionality', 'spreadability' and 'full ingredient labeling system' as 2nd quadrant attributes, whereas female consumers selected 'price', 'whitening function', 'anti-wrinkling', 'functionality' and 'full ingredient labeling system' as attributes. Results show that businesses in the field of cosmetics and related areas need to prioritize improving the following factors that received low satisfaction from all consumers: 'price', 'functionality', and 'total labeling.' In particular, the 'price' aspects are considered to require reasonable and affordable pricing.
Keywords
Functional cosmetics; Importance-Performance Analysis; selection attributes;
Citations & Related Records
Times Cited By KSCI : 1  (Citation Analysis)
연도 인용수 순위
1 M. H. Kim, C. S. Hwang, "Influence of shopping orientation of female consumers in their 20s and 30s on motivation for brand-switching in purchasing cosmeceuticals -Focusing on whitening, sunscreen, and anti-aging treatments-," Journal of the Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles, Vol.37, No.3 pp. 334-347, 2013. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5850/JKSCT.2013.37.3.334   DOI
2 Y. I. Son, Strengthening womanpower, Donga News, 2015, Available from http://news.donga.com/View?gid=72956945&date=20150810, (Accesed Oct., 2015)
3 Hana Institute of Finance, "The prospect of cosmetics market entering into the age of maturity," Company Survey Report, October, 2008.
4 S. M. Kim, Conservative Korean men and cosmetics competitive appearance, Donga News, 2015, Available from http://news.donga.com/List/3/070057/20150708/72347305/1, (Accesed October., 2015)
5 Y. S. Kwon, "An analytical research on the interrelationship between package design and brand preference(with emphasis on the container design of eastern medicine skincare system)", p.1-135, Doctor's Thesis, Daegu University, 2005.
6 J. M. Shim, Y. M. Lee, Y. H. Choi, S. E. Ha, "An introduction to cosmetic studies. Seoul. p.1-100, Cheonggu Moonhwasa, 2010.
7 Y. K. Bae, J. D. Kim, "Study on Korean women's knowledge and usage behaviors of cosmeceuticalsfocused on their lifestyle-", J. Soc. Cosmet. Scientists Korea, Vol.29, No.2 pp. 251-270, 2003.
8 Imfactbook, "Cosmetic Trend Analysis and Prospects," Seoul, pp. 217-244, 2014.
9 L. S. Pyeon, "The research about purchase pattern and preference of functional cosmetic and food", p.1-105, Master's Thesis, Seokyeong University, 2010.
10 E. J. Yu, "A study on awareness and use of Korean herbal cosmetics", p.1-123, Master's Thesis, Sookmyung Women's University, 2014.
11 Y. H. Bae, "A study on adults' cognition on fermented cosmetics and use", p.1-133, Master's Thesis. Konkuk University, 2015.
12 J. H. Park, "Study on awareness and purchase behavior of fermented cosmetics", p.1-107, Master's Thesis, Sookmyung Women's University, 2012.
13 L. J. Du, "A comparison study on purchase and choice attributes of cosmetics between Korean students and Chinese students- a study about marketing strategy development through IPA-", p.1-58, Master's Thesis, Chonbuk National University, 2013.
14 M. S. Lee, S. H. Lee, "Research on the perception of fermented cosmetics and the satisfaction level of Korean Medicine Herb cosmetics", The Korean Society for Aesthetics and Cosmetology Vol.8, No.3 pp. 285-291, 2010.
15 J. C. Lee, Y. J. Lee, M. S. Jung, Influence of purchasing propensity given buying cosmetics upon important consideration attributes and satisfaction, Dongyang University Journal Vol.14, No.1 pp. 249-276, 2010.
16 Y. J. Kim, "A study on the satisfaction and the reliability of products in the use of cosmeceuticals. p.1-120, Master's Thesis", Chungang University, 2005.
17 K. M. Kim, " A study on requirement and degree of the satisfaction about cosmeceuticals of women in the metropolitan area. p.1-103, Master's Thesis", Sookmyung Women's University, 2004.
18 S. Y. Han, "A study on consumer-choice-attribute for imported cosmetics brand", p.1-84, Master's Thesis, Yonsei University, 2002.
19 J. G. Lee, "The structural relationships among the selection attributes, satisfaction and loyalty of chinese tourists in Korea : The moderating effect of Korean wave", p.1-74, Master's Thesis, Kyunghee University, 2013.
20 I. G. Hyun, S. J. Park, "20s-30s Chinese women's cosmetic decision: Importance performance analysis on shanghai consumer's cosmetics attribute selection", Korea Research Academy of Distribution and Management, Vol.16, No.3 pp. 19-87, 2012.
21 S. S. Liu, "Comparison of the properties of cosmetics and store depending on the shopping tendency of female consumers in Korea and China", p.1-71, Master's Thesis, Kyungsung University, 2015.
22 M. U. Nam, "The influence of shopping orientation and sales promotion of cosmetic products on retail store selection behavior between male and female consumers. Journal of Digital Design. Vol.14, No.3 pp. 376-390, 2014. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.17280/jdd.2014.14.3.038   DOI
23 C. G. Green, "Using customer survey data to develop marketing strategies in college/university foodservice", J College University Foodservice, Vol.1, No.1 pp. 39-51, 1993. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J278v01n01_04   DOI