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Dabur’s NewU onboards Lyxel&Flamingo as digital marketing partner
Mumbai: Ensuing a multi-agency pitch, NewU, the beauty retail business from the house of Dabur has partnered with Gurugram-based digital marketing agency Lyxel&Flamingo to handle an all-encompassing integrated digital marketing mandate.
NewU is the retail chain for beauty and personal care essentials. Operated by H&B Stores, a 100 per cent subsidiary of Dabur India, the brand operates 100+ stores across leading cities in the country, said the company.
“The awareness levels among consumers in India for Indian and global beauty products and trends, both current and emerging, continues to rise,” remarked NewU (H&B Stores) business head Manish Asthana. “We are delighted to associate with Lyxel&Flamingo to further elevate our brand’s digital presence and forge a deeper connection with discerning consumers. The agency’s creative thought process resonates with our brand’s ideology and together we are confident of scaling up our brand’s media footprint using a clutter-breaking strategy in this competitive industry.”
Lyxel&Flamingo will be managing the brand’s digital marketing duties, comprising social media marketing, website management and automation, SEO, influencer management and digital media buying. “The agency is tasked with leveraging its collective creative, strategic, and social media skills to enhance brand recall, boost brand loyalty, and drive digital footfall and engagement,” said the statement.
“Our team of young and exuberant professionals believes that a well-rounded digital strategy can exceptionally increase the conversion rate of consumers,” stated Lyxel&Flamingo chief operating officer Shreyansh Bhandari. “The beauty retail sector in our country is highly dynamic and against that background, we intend to bring in the ideal balance between creative digital communication and engagement to reach out to NewU’s audience at a wider scale.”
MUMBAI: BigTrunk Communications, an integrated digital marketing agency known for driving brand transformations across industries, has been awarded the digital marketing mandate for Soframycin, one of India’s most trusted antiseptic cream brands from the EncubeEthicals portfolio. With this collaboration, Soframycin makes its debut into the digital space, aiming to amplify its presence across India through compelling social media narratives and data-led campaigns. BigTrunk will lead the brand’s digital strategy and execution, with a focus on connecting Soframycin’s legacy of trust with today’s health-conscious and digitally engaged audience.
Soframycin has been a household name for generations, widely recognized for its efficacy in treating cuts, burns, and wounds. Backed by the scientific rigor and pharmaceutical expertise of EncubeEthicals, a pharmaceutical powerhouse since 1998, the brand benefits from the expertise of over 1,400 professionals, including more than 200 R&D specialists and a robust team of quality experts. With a presence in over 50 countries, Encube’s commitment to excellence in topical formulations adds deep credibility to Soframycin’s legacy. Now, as the brand enters the digital space, BigTrunk Communications will lead the charge in reimagining Soframycin’s story—creating modern, relatable digital experiences that stay true to its heritage.
“As we take Soframycin into its next chapter of growth, embracing digital media is not just a strategy but a necessity. We wanted a partner who could translate our scientific credibility into engaging, relatable content for today’s audience,” said Soframycin vice president – marketing, Ajay Rawal. “BigTrunk’s deep understanding of healthcare communications and digital behavior makes them the ideal partner to build meaningful narratives around wound care, trust, and wellbeing.”
“Soframycin is more than a product—it’s a legacy deeply rooted in care and science,” added BigTrunk Communications founder & managing director Bharat Subramaniam. “We’re excited to take on this responsibility of guiding a heritage brand into the digital world. Our focus will be on creating contextual storytelling and purpose-driven campaigns that bring Soframycin closer to Indian families, both old and new.”
