Unleash Your Inner Beauty Otaku at Shiseido’s Must-Visit Skincare Event

Shiseido invites skincare enthusiasts and beauty aficionados to embark on a captivating journey into the world of 'Otaku' beauty obsession at a one-of-a-kind immersive skincare event; Shiseido Otaku - Beauty Obsession.  

Hosted at Studio 230 in Ponsonby, this extraordinary event is open to the public, free of charge, and will take place on Saturday November 4th, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

Guests can grab a complimentary Seedlip non-alcoholic cocktail before heading to the ‘ASR Zone’ for a skin analysis and exploring the ‘Ritual Zone’ for an expert hand massage. Next, wander through the life-size Zen Garden to explore, snap and get creative. After feeling like a pro-TikToker at the 360-degree photo booth, and receiving their complimentary Shiseido sample worth $58, guests can have a go at winning one of the 50+ prizes (worth over 3k) inside Shiseido’s Prize Machine. 

At the heart of the event is the theme of 'Otaku Beauty' (meaning beauty obsession), celebrating the dedication and passion that true beauty enthusiasts invest in their skincare routines.  

Key Event Details: 

  • Date: Saturday November 4th, 2023 

  • Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm 

  • Location: Studio 230. 230 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby 

  • Admission: Free and open to the public 

  • Event style: Drop in any time between 11am and 3pm 

Event Highlights: 

  1. Complimentary Shiseido Samples: The first 500x attendees will receive a 15ml sample of Shiseido’s hero Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Cream worth RRP $58. 

  2. Complimentary Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Cocktails: The first 500x attendees are offered a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail inspired by the fresh ingredients featured throughout the Shiseido range. 

  3. Prize Machine: Everyone gets a turn at the claw machine which has over 50 prizes inside from Shiseido, Azabu, and Seedlip. Total prize pool worth over 3k. 

  4. 360 Degree Photo Booth: Pose with your friends with this interactive and fun video opportunity that is airdropped straight to your phone. 

  5. Interactive Shiseido Zen Garden: Inside the event is a bespoke Zen Garden installation for you to wander through, have your photo taken within, and interact with, letting your creativity flow. 

  6. Complimentary Hand Massages: Receive one of Shiseido’s expert hand massages from their skincare specialists. 

  7. Expert Guidance: Chat with a Shiseido skincare specialist and receive personalised recommendations tailored to your unique beauty needs. 

  8. Art Meets Science: Experience the seamless fusion of art and science that is at the core of Shiseido's philosophy. 

Shiseido has been at the forefront of skincare for over a century, driven by a relentless pursuit of beauty through science. The 'Otaku' beauty obsession theme at this event reflects Shiseido's passion and dedication to beauty.  

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the Shiseido Otaku Beauty Obsession event, where art and science fuse to create one-of-a-kind beauty.  

Grab some beauty-loving friends and join us on Saturday, November 4th 2023 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Studio 230 in Ponsonby for an unforgettable skincare experience!

Samantha Cortes