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# Fantastical Personal Care Games
Xelestia: The Game Showcases Sensorial Skin and Hair Products

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-03-20 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xelestia
References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/iffinc/p/DHWPWHtSkGb/?img_index=3) & [iff](https://www.iff.com/media/news/iff-introduces-xelestia-fantasy-inspired-formulations-brought-to-life-through-gaming/)

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IFF's Xelestia, a fantasy-inspired formulation collection, features innovative products like purifying shampoo paste containing less than 15% water that are waiting to be discovered within Xelestia: The Game.

In-game, unique fantasy realms represent the sensorial qualities of concepts in the collection. While the Cloud Sanctuary immerses visitors in a tranquil retreat with cozy, soft textures, Silva Lumina offers a different experience as an enchanted woodland alive with bioluminescent energy. This experience blurs the boundaries between virtual and physical worlds and inspires brands to elevate real-life experiences that engage multiple senses.

The game and formulation collection—which also includes a HydraPearl face serum, a hair and scalp mask, and a foam body lotion—will be showcased at In-Cosmetics Global in Amsterdam.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.0/10
- Popularity: 66% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 37%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Sensorial Gaming Experiences:** Gaming platforms are being leveraged to create immersive experiences that engage multiple senses, transforming traditional personal care marketing into interactive adventures.
- **Fantasy-inspired Formulations:** Personal care brands are incorporating fantasy elements into product lines, offering consumers an imaginative bridge between fiction and reality that enhances product allure.
- **Sustainability in Personal Care:** Innovative product formulations, like the purifying shampoo paste with less than 15% water, address environmental concerns by reducing water usage and promoting environmentally-conscious consumption.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Gaming Industry:** The integration of sensorial and interactive product experiences within games opens new avenues for cross-industry collaboration, enhancing player engagement and expanding audience reach.
- **Personal Care Industry:** The introduction of fantasy-themed, sensorial cosmetics exemplifies a shift towards experiential luxury, catering to consumers' desire for novel and transformative self-care experiences.
- **Sustainable Cosmetics:** Adopting water-efficient formulations in personal care products signals a growing focus on sustainability, offering both ecological benefits and consumer appeal in eco-friendly markets.

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