Project Overview
IKEDA, a leading luxury home fragrance brand established in 2001, sought to expand their wholesale offerings with a distinctive, high-end product line that would set them apart in the competitive boutique hotel and spa market.
IKEDA's Industry Challenges
Increasing demand for unique, eco-conscious fragrance products
Compliant, safety-tested candle formulations
Consistent scent profiles across large product volumes
Technical expertise in custom fragrance development
From Concept to Consignment: A Full-Service Fragrance Partnership
Services provided
Custom Scent Development: 250+ aroma molecules blended for unique olfactory signatures
White-Label Manufacturing: Private label candles in 3 sizes (8oz, 16oz, 32oz)
Regulatory Compliance: Full ASTM testing for candle safety
Sustainable Packaging: FSC-certified wood wicks + recyclable vessels
Technical highlights
• Proprietary “ScentLock” technology extends fragrance throw by 40%
• AI-assisted fragrance balancing for consistent batch-to-batch quality
• Blockchain-tracked essential oil sourcing
Implementation process
Phase 1: Discovery (Weeks 1-2)
- Conducted scent preference workshops with client's target demographics - Analyzed competitor products in 3 key markets
Phase 2: Development (Weeks 3-8)
- Created 36 prototype formulations - Performed burn tests across 4 climate zones
Phase 3: Scale-up (Weeks 9-12)
- Established bulk purchasing for USDA-certified organic soy wax - Implemented ISO-certified production protocols
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Quantitative results：
📈 72% increase in client’s wholesale inquiries
⏱ 50% faster production turnaround vs. previous supplier
🌿 100% compliance with EU fragrance allergen regulations
Before/After：
| Metric | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Product Variants | 6 scents | 18 scents |
| Average Burn Time | 45 hours | 68 hours |
| Minimum Order Qty | 500 units | 150 units |
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