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Treasure Hunting in Products

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The thrill of unveiling mysteries or discovering hidden gems in adult


Implications - The appeal of surprises continues past childhood, as made evident by the popularity of “unidentified features” of certain products or services. This can range from a hidden object embedded within a product, such as inside soap, or risking the chance of getting something fun by ordering mystery gifts.
 Score:
5.4
Warm
Top 6 Examples:
146,027 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Nov 07 - Sep 08
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Featured Examples


Glow in The Dark Ads
 Score:
5.4
Peaked and Viral
99,094 Clicks in 260 w
Pub: May 27, 08

Glow in The Dark Ads

Child Abuse Ads Show Hidden Images
Such a powerful ambient campaign that catches you off-guard. These Children and Adolescents Reference Center ads are printed in fluorescent ink as to appear normal with a child playing or innocently laying… [More]

Soap With Hidden Surprises
 Score:
6.2
Peaked and V. Hot
15,808 Clicks in 258 w
Pub: Jun 11, 08

Soap With Hidden Surprises

"Soap Gifts" Encourage Waste Reduction
As an answer to people throwing away their soap bars before they are completely used, Yoon Kuk Hyun came up with a witty and fun design that motivates consumers to use their soap to the end by including… [More]

Mystery Flavors
 Score:
5.9
Peaked and V. Hot
8,968 Clicks in 262 w
Pub: May 14, 08

Mystery Flavors

Doritos: The Quest
Doritos are engaging consumers once again with Mystery flavors. Last year Doritos launched an all black bag named X-13D that tasted like... wait for it... cheeseburger. Well this year Doritos has a new… [More]

Surprise in a Can
 Score:
5.8
Peaked and Hot
11,023 Clicks in 286 w
Pub: Nov 27, 07

Surprise in a Can

Anything & Whatever Drink
You'd better be careful next time someone asks you what you want to drink -- if you answer "anything" or "whatever is fine," you just might get that. These bizarre beverages aptly titled Anything and Whatever… [More]

Vending Machine Roulette
 Score:
5.7
Peaked and Warm
6,310 Clicks in 257 w
Pub: Jun 15, 08

Vending Machine Roulette

Put in Your Money and Take Your Chances
Vending machine roulette? I love surprises! I bought from the Something Store online. You send them ten bucks, they send you something. I would love this vending machine. Put in a few coins and it dispenses… [More]

Hidden Messages in Coffee
 Score:
4.8
Peaked and Mild
4,824 Clicks in 271 w
Pub: Mar 12, 08

Hidden Messages in Coffee

Sunman Kwon's Message of Love
It is interesting that North Americans are often turned off by the wet, dark grinds at the bottom of their cup of coffee, while Europeans cherish the last sip as a treat of concentrated goodness. Creative… [More]


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