La Prairie Group Business Development Director Global Travel Retail Sabine Fagan recently discussed her vision for the 'Travel with La Prairie' concept and the brand's ambitions to enhance its presence in the travel retail channel. Fagan revealed that La Prairie plans to introduce its own interpretation of 'Travel with La Prairie' next year, starting with a limited edition product exclusive to travel retail. The brand aims to offer a unique luxury experience through its Art of Perfection and Art of Beauty concepts, as well as dedicated facial rooms. In addition, La Prairie has introduced bespoke express services for airports and intends to collaborate with third parties such as airlines and airports to leverage their databases and invite VIPs for pampering. The brand also plans to continue utilizing pop-ups as part of its experiential strategy. Despite the decline in Chinese traffic, La Prairie is experiencing double-digit growth globally, particularly in EMEA and the Americas. The brand's goal is to gain market share and become a leader in the beauty industry in multiple locations.
Polish cosmetics brand Dr Irena Eris has partnered with Baccarose, a leading fragrance and beauty distribution company in India. Dr Irena Eris is known for its commitment to scientific research and innovation in skincare. The brand offers a range of skincare solutions for women over 25 years of age, addressing various skin concerns. The partnership with Baccarose will enhance the company's skincare offerings and strengthen its position in the Indian market. Baccarose is organizing an exclusive launch to showcase Dr Irena Eris's products and commitment to quality and personalized skincare experiences.
Sophie Bai, a scientist and founder of biotech company B.A.I. Biosciences, has created groundbreaking skincare inventions through her brand, Pavise. Bai's personal connection to skincare stems from her experience with eczema as a child, which fueled her passion for finding solutions for skin ailments. She has won numerous awards for her scientific research and has played a pivotal role in the development of treatments for lung cancer, prostate cancer, and Type I diabetes. Bai's brand, Pavise, commercializes the mature molecules that come out of B.A.I.'s research and development phase. One of their notable inventions is the Diamond Core UV filter technology, which provides effective sun protection without the absorption of chemicals into the skin. Bai cautions against overuse of high-percentage active ingredients and exfoliants, as they can disrupt the skin barrier. She also expresses the need for scientific breakthroughs in eczema treatment and addresses common skincare mistakes, such as the ineffective use of collagen creams. Bai and her team are currently working on developing technology for wound healing, hair greying, hair loss, and addressing scalp aging tied to hair. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on one thing to excel at it and values the opportunities she has been given.
Symrise AG and Virchow Group have formed a joint venture called Vizag Care Ingredients Private Limited to manufacture personal care ingredients in India. Symrise owns the majority stake in the new entity, which will be based in Visakhapatnam, India. The joint venture combines Virchow's expertise in synthetic chemistry-based pharmaceutical actives manufacturing with Symrise's market-leading portfolio of beauty ingredients. Production is set to begin in the first half of 2024, with plans for substantial annual capacities in the coming years. Symrise's global sales organization will handle promotion and sales activities for the joint venture's products. The partnership aims to strengthen Symrise's position as a supplier of high-quality personal care solutions and drive innovation, safety, and efficacy for global customers. The joint venture also marks an important milestone for Symrise as its first chemical manufacturing site outside Europe and the Americas.