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L’Oréal Professionnel launches its latest campaign
Mumbai: L’Oréal Professionnel has announced the launch of its all-new revamped iNOA hair color. The first ever no-ammonia hair color in the market, launched in 2009, has now been reformulated by the brand leveraging the Oil Delivery System, making it 60% oil-based. The brand also introduced the My Hair [iD] app that provides an AI powered professional color diagnosis and virtual try on. To bring this innovation to life and educate the community, the brand is launching a 360-degree marketing campaign on digital, social media, outdoor, influencers, premium salons, and multi-city events.
The digital film explains the features of iNOA alongside talking about the revolutionary My Hair Id that lets consumers try on various hair colors before committing to one.
The campaign film has been released on social media and has already garnered 1.8 MN views on YouTube alone.
The online communication was further translated to an on-ground series called Look and Learns in 13 cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru with an ambition to train 6500 Hairdressers on using the My Hair Id for a professional diagnosis. The brand is now working with a full roster of beauty, tech, and social media influencers to drive the awareness and adoption of their Virtual Try on app.
Sharing her thoughts, L’Oréal Professionnel general manager India Mathilde Barthelemy-Vigier said, “L’Oréal Professionnel has been a pioneer in developing the professional beauty market, investing in groundbreaking research, technological advancements, and innovations. The launch of the new iNOA is our next big step to establishing our vision of providing science-backed innovations and technological breakthroughs. While we have improved the formula for an improved sensorial experience for the consumers, iNOA is truly now at the forefront of tech with the launch of an all-new hair color diagnosis & consultation app – My Hair [iD]. The app will change the way we consult for color, empowering our Pros with tech that truly elevates them & the consumers.”
Commenting on the launch, L’Oréal Professionnel India general manager marketing Aditi Nanad said, “Clean and personalized beauty are the top two barriers to hair coloration in India today. trends in India. With the new INOA launch, we are not just elevating but transforming the consumer experience with professional in -salon coloration.
INOA is our biggest launch of this year in the professional hair color category, and we will support maximum amplification through a 360-marketing push across all consumer touch points like Digital, Influencers, Outdoors, L’Oréal partner salons and more. We are also working with a host of digital publishers including Meta, inMobi, inshorts and mCanvas among others to build awareness around the My Hair [ Id] through rich media innovation s and AR powered tech solutions.”
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Samsung India elevates Aditya Babbar to lead mobile business
Exec takes charge of MX sales and marketing after Raju Pullan’s exit
NEW DELHI: Samsung India has elevated Aditya Babbar to lead its mobile phone business, following the exit of Raju Antony Pullan.
Babbar, who previously served as vice president within the mobile division, has been appointed head of sales and marketing for the MX (mobile experience) business, effective May 1. In his new role, he will oversee the company’s sales and marketing operations for smartphones and related categories in India, reporting to the executive vice president of the MX business.
A long-time Samsung executive, Babbar brings over a decade of experience within the organisation, having held multiple leadership roles across product, marketing and category management. Most recently, he led product marketing and e-commerce for the mobile division, following earlier stints as head of product and marketing and senior director roles.
His career within Samsung Electronics and its India operations has also included responsibilities for flagship devices, tablets and wearables, giving him a broad view of the company’s premium and mass-market portfolio.
Babbar succeeds Pullan, who stepped down from the role, marking a leadership transition at a time when India remains a key battleground for global smartphone makers.
The appointment signals continuity within Samsung’s leadership bench, with an internal candidate stepping up to steer one of its most critical business units in a highly competitive market.
