Biologique RechercheThe Challenge Biologique Recherche offers a portfolio of over 100 products in their skincare line. The breadth of knowledge required to navigate this expansive range leads to new customer acquisition being hamstrung. 

The Positioning Biologique Recherche’s mission is to present the brand as an educational, long-term investment in skin health to young, affluent skincare audience seeking transformative experiences. 

The Insight On social platforms, skincare experts/creators like @cristinaxflawless and @kyyahabdul are leveraging their reach to educate their followers on the effects and uses of each Biologique Recherche product. Non-core, young consumers seek organic, online communities (also think, subreddit r/SkincareAddictionLux hosting over 50,000 luxury skincare subscribers) for discussion and resonance on related subjects. 

The Strategy Embracing a robust community strategy is key, and Biologique Recherche stands to gain by introducing L’École Biologique Recherche (@lecoleBR), an extended social platform that would serve as an arm for posting and reposting user-generated content (UGC), video-format, photographic, and editorial, ranging from product discussion, education, aestheticfication, and lifestyle integration, synthesizing online sentiments and driving bottom-up social listening and problem solving. 

The Insight The world of gastronomy has synergized with fashion and beauty marketing for a long time, and it sells when done well. With the fragmentation of media, the presence of food has become increasingly ubiquitous in brand narrations. Food has become the cornerstone of a more authentic and immersive brand experience. 

The Strategy Instead of pursuing a high-cost collaboration with a restaurant group (like the Louis Vuitton x Le Coucou café or the Sant Ambroeus coffee bar within Maison Alaïa in Paris), Biologique Recherche partners with Iris Law to create a unique, high-touch opportunity for on-the-go social content that is integrated to her existing media presence. Law’s well-documented passion for culture and food—expressed through her Japanese travel vlogs and snack hauls—offers a rich avenue for content that connects with an eclectic and engaged audience. By incorporating food-inspired elements into Biologique Recherche’s marketing strategy, the brand taps into the growing trend of merging fashion, beauty, and culinary indulgence, fostering a multi-sensory experience.



Source: Mzizi, Y. (2024) Pretty enough to eat: Behind beauty’s food obsession, The Business of Fashion. https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/beauty/behind-beautys-food-obsession/


The Insight Hospitality serves as a key pillar in completing the narrative of a luxury brand, and Biologique Recherche, with its established international spa partnerships and widespread presence in wellness facilities, is already well-versed in this strategy. Collaborating with Iris Law presents a springboard for amplifying the brand's footprint in Japan—a market experiencing a significant surge in tourism. In 2024, Japan welcomed a record 36.87 million international visitors, marking a 47.1% increase from the previous year. This influx is notably driven by younger travelers seeking authentic cultural and wellness experiences.​  



Source: https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Travel-Leisure/Foreign-tourists-to-Japan-hit-record-37m-in-2024-up-47-on-weak-yen


The Strategy By introducing Biologique Recherche's potent treatments to onsen resorts during peak tourism seasons on a time-limited basis, the brand can engage a global clientele seeking rejuvenating yet effective spa experiences. A partnership with Iris Law presents a strategic opportunity to expand the brand’s presence in Japan—embedding the brand into consumers' travel experiences not only enhances brand exclusivity but also fosters deeper connections, cultivating a loyal and devoted following.

Moreover, Japan's targeted marketing efforts, such as the "Cool Japan" campaign, have successfully attracted younger demographics by blending traditional culture with modern appeal, establishing Japan as a global culture powerhouse. This synergy between Biologique Recherche's luxury wellness offerings and Japan's cultural allure creates a compelling narrative that resonates with contemporary travelers. Engaging in such culturally immersive experiences positions the brand to capitalize on the burgeoning tourism sector, reinforcing its commitment to holistic well-being and luxury.



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