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One World, One System

Guiding the future of packaging for a world class partnership

Oral-B & Crest

The Ask

Every few years, Procter & Gamble turns to us to refresh their global kids oral care line. As 2020 approached, the line's look had become fragmented across regions, and a need for systemic simplicity and unity was paramount. Additionally, P&G had noticed significant traction in their licensed products. Our charge--to redesign the entire global line from the ground up to maximize shelf impact of these products while accommodating the varying needs of all regions.

The Solution

In the children's personal health space, we discovered that kids are driving purchases just as much as parents.  For them to buy in, the product has to feel like it's for THEM, immersing them in the world of the character instead of leading with branding and slapping a character in the corner.

While conventional wisdom in the space held that listing more benefits = more parent appeal, in the realm of licensed oral care, the purchase-driving influence of kids, plus the halo effect of a trusted oral care brand led to a simpler is better” being the preferred approach. Simplified claims also allow for more global unity.

Designing Success

We created a wide array of potential directions, having settled on the following key considerations...Key considerations: Prominent character, Simplified claims, High energy

Bigger 
& Better

We created a design system that jumped off the shelf, selecting large, engaging poses of beloved characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars and Pixar that became the centerpiece of their oral care packages.

Scalable 
for Smiles

We created systemic unity across regions by creating a baseline style guide while creating accommodations for regional regulations that still felt as cohesive as possible with the overall system.

Results

Crest and Oral-B dominated the kids oral care space in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, with packaging that was more recognizable and engaging than ever.

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