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# Bochox
Chocolate for Wrinkle Relief

By Carlos Calderon | Published 2007-03-25 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-for-wrinkle-relief
References: [bloomsberry](http://www.bloomsberry.com)

Much has been said about the [medicinal properties of dark chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-cocoas) - it contains anti-oxidants, minerals, and improves mood. But in the USA, Bloomsberry Inc actually packaged their [all natural premium dark chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muze-cacao) in a carton that makes it look like packaged medication, and calls it, tongue firmly in cheek: Bochox, playing on the infamous Botox injections to reduce wrinkles (and facial expression).

Bochox take this further, with print on the package reading: "Confectioner only remedy - keep out of reach of chocoholics", and "for [relief from the symptoms of wrinkles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-soothing-facial-mask) and crow's feet"; and the directions read: "Simply break off the desired dosage and consume.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.1/10
- Popularity: 4% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Cosmeceutical Chocolates:** Cosmetics and food industries can collaborate and create innovative products that provide health benefits and satisfy consumer cravings at the same time.
- **Humorous Packaging:** Companies can differentiate their product through quirky packaging design and witty messaging that catches consumers' attention.
- **Functional Confections:** Developing confections that provide benefits beyond traditional nutrition can open up new opportunities to compete in the crowded food and beverage market.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Confectionery Industry:** The confectionery industry can leverage the growing demand for functional foods and develop products with specific health claims in collaboration with other industries.
- **Beauty Industry:** The beauty industry can explore the potential benefits of food ingredients and collaborate with the food industry to develop innovative cosmeceutical products.
- **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry can help companies create unique, eye-catching packaging designs that reflect the personality of the brand.

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