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Celebrating 50 Years of Essential

Kao Corporation's well-loved haircare brand, Essential, is reaching a significant milestone this year as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. In honor of this achievement, the brand is launching a special second initiative featuring the Essential Premium series in collaboration with Sanrio, starting from July 18, 2026. This exciting partnership brings forth limited-edition bottles adorned with charming designs of beloved Sanrio Characters.

Featured Products

The lineup includes:

• - Essential Premium Barrier Shampoo & Conditioner – Silky & Smooth
• - Essential Premium Barrier Shampoo & Conditioner – Sparkle Moist
• - Essential Premium Water Treatment EX Smooth
• - Essential Premium Ururi Jelly Milk
• - Essential Premium Ururi Kirari Oil

These products, specially curated for the occasion, present unique illustrations of characters like Hello Kitty, My Melody, and Usahana in angelic designs. Each character embodies the essence of Essential’s dedication to creating beautiful, healthy hair, reminiscent of “Angel Halo,” which has been central to the brand's philosophy.

Unique Package Design

The delightful designs showcase the characters in angelic forms, surrounded by a fun balloon motif that adds dimensionality to the packaging. The angels float in a dreamy sky, enhancing the magical vibe of this exclusive release.

Signature Fragrance

All products feature the fragrant notes of white peach and musk, carefully crafted based on fragrance trends that resonate particularly with Generation Z. This blend imparts a refreshing and clean scent, embodying the essence of today's modern haircare.

Exciting Campaign

To celebrate this launch, Essential will conduct a captivating campaign starting from July 13, 2026, where customers who purchase Essential series items totaling over 2,400 yen (including tax) will have the chance to win an Essential Original Angel Mascot. Participants can enter by submitting their receipts for a chance to receive one of the limited 100 character mascots, with a selection option available.

Campaign Details

• - Receipt Submission Period: July 13, 2026 - August 30, 2026
• - Eligibility: Purchase of Essential series products exceeding 2,400 yen (tax included)

Product Highlights

Essential Premium Barrier Shampoo & Conditioner – Silky & Smooth

Designed for dry hair, this shampoo and conditioner set aims to enhance shine and smoothness overnight, ensuring that hair remains silky and healthy. This set features:

• - Selected beauty serum ingredients for deep nourishment
• - 18-MEA Oil for restoration
• - A unique moisture barrier to protect against damage from humidity and friction

Essential Premium Barrier Shampoo & Conditioner – Sparkle Moist

Perfect for hair that has been frequently colored or bleached, this set helps manage high-damage hair. Notably features:

• - Water-light pearl protein for added moisture
• - Impressive detangling properties that last

Essential Premium Water Treatment EX Smooth

Ideal for tangled hair, delivering quick drying results while ensuring a smooth, shiny finish that lasts all day.

Essential Premium Ururi Jelly Milk

A jelly milk formula that provides all-night moisture retention, ensuring hair stays hydrated and manageable.

Essential Premium Ururi Kirari Oil

A non-greasy oil that swiftly penetrates the hair for rejuvenation, enhancing shine and protecting against heat damage.

Launch Information

All products will be available nationwide from July 18, 2026, but being limited in quantity, they are expected to sell out quickly, so don’t miss your chance to grab these exclusive items! Check Essential’s official and Sanrio’s portal sites for more details and updates on this exciting collaboration.

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