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Garnier Men launches ‘The Right Fit for Your Face’ campaign
Mumbai: “Catching a basketball on a cricket field doesn’t feel right, does it? That’s how your face feels when you don’t use the right facewash” Garnier Men announced the “The Right Fit for Your Face” campaign to raise awareness about skincare routines with its Garnier Men Acno Fight facewash. Building on the success of the 2023 ‘Misfits’ campaign, which achieved 300 million views, Garnier Men extended its partnership with Mumbai Indians along with brand ambassador John Abraham, reinforcing its commitment to skincare excellence.
Launched across multimedia platforms, both traditional and online, the video series features John Abraham and Mumbai Indians cricketers Jasprit Bumrah, who picked up the Player of the Tournament at the 20 Over World Cup, Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma. Through creative storytelling, the videos showcase how using the wrong cricketing gear is akin to using improper face soap, highlighting the necessity of a dedicated facewash for good skincare. In one of the videos, John and the Mumbai Indians Team emphasized the importance of proper facial cleansing to raise skincare awareness. Additionally, Garnier Men hosted a contest, attracting over 1,500 entries from fans eager to attend a Mumbai Indians match during the 2024 season, enhancing engagement and excitement around the campaign.
Garnier, L’Oréal India, general manager Anshuman Wanchu remarked, “Garnier is committed to transforming men’s grooming habits nationwide. On Garnier Men, by partnering with cricketing icons like Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, and Jasprit Bumrah, we aim to tap into key moments of cricket and build on the passion and community spirit it inspires. Our campaign ‘Fit for Your Face’ is not just about finding the right skincare routine, but about transforming grooming habits and elevating the standards of men’s skincare across India. With 73% of men in India still using soap on their faces, we are committed to leading this change and fostering a new era of skincare awareness and excellence.”
John Abraham added, “I am thrilled to have been a part of this exciting campaign with Garnier Men and Mumbai Indians. My long-standing journey with Garnier Men is a testament to the brand’s mission to transform male grooming habits in India. Cricket demands peak performance, and grooming plays an essential role in maintaining confidence both on and off the field. The initiative was a fantastic way to engage fans and emphasize the importance of a good skincare routine. I look forward to seeing how this partnership continues to inspire men’s grooming standards.”
Kickstarting the storytelling from one of the biggest events of the year, the summer of cricket campaign included interactive experiences at key grounds across India, addressing common skincare challenges like acne, dullness, and oiliness. The highlight was an innovative Garnier Men’s Locker Room experience at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Cricket fans were in for a refreshing and immersive grooming experience, highlighting the need for skincare and hygiene regimen in a sports environment, particularly during the humid weather. Creative illustrations depicted how using the wrong cricket gear is similar to using the wrong face soap, underscoring the need for a dedicated facewash as a part of one’s skincare routine. Engaging with the fan communities were ex-cricketer and former Mumbai Indians captain Harbhajan Singh, along with creators Mahesh Kelawala and Funcho, who participated in contests like bowling with gloves, refreshing facewash locker room sessions with contest winners, and interactive experiences at the AI skincare booth.
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Behind the scenes, AI-driven analytics will take on a bigger role in campaign optimisation, identifying patterns, spotting opportunities and recommending actions that would previously have required teams of analysts.
Streaming TV is another big battleground. With India’s video streaming audience now above 600 million and connected TV users at 129.2 million in 2025, advertisers are set to treat streaming not just as a branding channel but as a performance engine, measured increasingly by sales, sign-ups and bookings rather than just reach.
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Taken together, Amazon Ads argues, these shifts mark a move towards advertising that is both more human and more measurable, where AI handles the complexity, and creativity does the persuading.
