mystical_angel1219 Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Now get your pea sized brains out of the gutter! Luring people into reading this thread comes from my sales mentality. I was contemplating adding a mens line to my Bath and Body.Clean and simple. Black containers- silver foil labels. Something small, maybe a half dozen products. Here are my thoughts.After shave conditioning creme- (scented or unscented)After shave splashSoap~ in designer and natural scentsHand Cream (scented or unscented)Lip BalmsSince I want to target the metro male as well as just any man in general, what do you think about these products? I know they are coming out with alot of mens toiletries specifically geared towards the man 18-45. I want to hit all age brackets. So scent selections could be vast. I am thinking like:All Dupes would be renamed- of course. Bay Rum- renaming it Gentleman CallerHugo BossChromePolo BlueOakmossKenneth Cole BlackEternity for MenArmaniCool WaterSome type of MuskPatchouli (UGH)I'd like to hear what the group has to say.Women- feel free to add your thoughts as well. I put this here because its a high traffic area- mods feel free to move it where you like.TIA. :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Luring people into reading this thread comes from my sales mentality. You are too freaking funny.In my experience the scents that are dupes seem to sell the best for the men folk. But I know some people don't want to use dupes in their line. As far as moving it... it is a split between B&B and the Business Section. Maybe there needs to be a B&B Business Section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted January 23, 2006 Author Share Posted January 23, 2006 Thanks Sara~ I am sure some of the men will see the title and read it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Okay, I am all new to this, so I don't have a lot of valuable insite. I can only guage my opinions on what my husband, father and brothers would use. Love the idea of black containers, I think that would really make them stand out and be noticed. I know if I were shopping for my husband, the black would definately draw me to the product. After shave conditioning creme- (scented or unscented) - like itAfter shave splash - like itSoap~ in designer and natural scents - like this too. I know this is a dumb idea, but guys used to love the soap on a rope years ago. I am thinking about making some of this for my husband to try, something really moisturizing. Hand Cream (scented or unscented) - something really thick, creamy and moisturizing (almost like a butter), they are really getting more into this taking care of themselves business these days, more than ever IMO.Lip Balms - not sure my husband would ever remember to use it. It would be something extra to carry around in his pocket. Sorry can't be of more help. I am still all new to this, but I really like your ideas.I think you have some great ideas, like the designer scents. Most men really like to smell good. The packaging sounds fantastic, great idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustpuuppy Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 ...comes from my sales mentality. Really ?I'd have thought it came from another type of experience... :whistle:Anyhooo... I'd suggest rethinking the renameing. Most guys know names, few know the scents. If you can use "dupe" or "type" and the original name, it might serve you better.Not sure about the black and silver. Certainly strong colors are in order, just not sure about those, since they've been done to death. Maybe you could mix in some red or blue ? Even guys get tried of *everything* being black, after a while. At least I do.Just some random thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted January 23, 2006 Author Share Posted January 23, 2006 Really ?I'd have thought it came from another type of experience... :whistle:Oh look- my first moth has flown into the flame. That was easy. I do appreciate your response. I know alot of men don't know the names of colognes women buy them. So I'll have to give that some thought.I could also go all silver with the packaging. I haven't decided yet.Thank you Kaybee- I liked your suggestions as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherie Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Okay, in response to your title "Looking for a few good men...", I have to respond with aren't we all!!!!!!! LOLNow, for the products. I like the black and silver or maybe a blue foil if you can find it. That would be unique.I know my guys use lip balm. They LOOOVVVVEEEE Shave gel and 2 of them use after shave. The soap on a rope thing is great!!!!!! My guys like lotion but not thick creams. I have to agree. The guys know the names and my oldest especially would qualify as the typical "Metro Male." Hell, I have to go look at Lexus' with him next week. He ruled out the "Beemer" and he's undecided on the Mercedes! :rolleyes2 I guess next will be the Hummer, lol! I think it would be a great idea. Okay Terri, those are my thoughts! :highfive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homespundon Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 I was contemplating adding a mens line to my Bath and Body.Clean and simple. Black containers- silver foil labels. Something small, maybe a half dozen products. I think this is a GREAT idea! I was just telling a manager at B&BW the other day how they were missing a huge market by almost completely ignoring men. Nivea and Neutrogena are doing a decent job but they are just too darned expensive. I think you are picking the right target group The "metro" guy will be you best market.Black and silver foil are overdone, in my opinion. I would suggest a teal/turquoise color in foil or maybe a clay red color with hunter green accents.And if you need a man to test your line just PM me and I will give you my address!! LOL!!!Blessings,Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherie Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 HHHHHEEEEEYYYYY Don!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yeah Terri, I have a few to offer up for you too. Yep, turquoise blue, teal or green foil on black and you will kick arss! :highfive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janis Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Add some clove and lime to the patchouli and you have an "Old Spice" blend. My dh loves it. Also, try a "Green Tweed" dupe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted January 23, 2006 Author Share Posted January 23, 2006 Thank you so much everyone.I will keep you in mind Don when I am seeking testers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherie Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Add some clove and lime to the patchouli and you have an "Old Spice" blend. My dh loves it. Also, try a "Green Tweed" dupe.OMG, Green Tweed is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dallas_Texas_Dean Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Hi thereBefore you start formulating and production, I would suggest going to another board ( I really like) that is full of valuable information and insight from guys. www.basenote.net You could check out the Mens grooming...and the Men's Fragrance sections. I have learned a lot there as well as received the BEST recommendations.We have some awesome members that are well informed. BTW......ANY CREED fragrance (including the Green Irish Tweed) is distinct . The House of Creed is one of the best.Also try www.caswellmassey.com for some ideas that SELL! ( another note: You have another volunteer to be a tester if you need one:cool2: ...I am an ADDICT) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted January 23, 2006 Author Share Posted January 23, 2006 OK thank you Michael! :smiley2: I see I am not up on these mens boards. I am going to check those out.Plus you will be one of my first testers- I am probably going to formulate a Mens Conditioning After Shave Creme for the Two Birds swap. I have plenty of time, its not due till March 31st.I'll have to decide on 2 fragrances, please feel free to PM me with your scent suggestions as I don't want to send something that everyone hates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lin Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 I for one think your idea is great. I all ready do things for the men and sell alot as the guys love seeing things for themselves. I just make the labels to go with whatever the fo fragrance is like drakkar, i use a black and white label and the products white and it looks great. zk-1 i go with browns etc. I make a small basket at valentines day with a candle, after shave cologne, hand cream, soaps, etc and they sell great cause its so hard to find what to get for a man on this day. I may just be old but i think black is very classy and will allways stick out in mens products. Lin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieinRI Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 How about a shower gel too? Most of the guys that I know prefer shower gel over soap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpy Girl Posted January 24, 2006 Share Posted January 24, 2006 I love the idea of black on silver. I think it's a classy combo that is crisp and understated. I tend to agree about the shower gel vs. soap. I've got two men at home that won't touch a bar of soap to save their lives, but will go through gallons of shower gel like it's going out of style. I need to find a recipe for it myself before they both break me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted January 24, 2006 Share Posted January 24, 2006 Here are a few things I found under Mens bath products.This shows some different color choices to think about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Did you ever get any further with this? Any ideas in the works? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted January 27, 2006 Author Share Posted January 27, 2006 Thanks Candleman for the links. :smiley2: I haven't done much thinking on this currently. I will check out your links when I get home from work and go from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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