How Essie Is Bringing Nail Color to Airports via Smart Vending Kiosks
With approximately 115000 commercial aircrafts taking flight every single day, carrying 10million to 22million passengers globally, the terminals have now transformed into high potential retail zones, where affluence converges with ample waiting times resulting in dopamine-dipped impulse purchases. Essie, the USA based global nail polish giant, identified the budding trend of on-the-go beauty solutions, and […]
Beauty That Pops – How Pop-Ups Are Changing The Cosmetics’ Game
Limited time, limited space,A perfect find, in a fleeting race;In beauty’s rush, never falling behind,Pop-up moments; retail redefined… (Anonymous) In an era where retail is all about instant and in-depth experience, beauty brands are deflecting from conventional static storefronts to something more fluid, captivating and dynamic. Popularized as pop-up shops, these temporary spaces aren’t just […]
The Rise of Experiential Retail: Why Pop-Ups Are the Future of Shopping
The Rise of Experiential Retail – The Drift from Browsing to Belonging ‘Retail isn’t about convenience anymore; it is about how it makes you feel…’ Consumers today, expect more than just ‘products’. With every retail interaction, they want stories, emotions and moments that live in their memories and dazzle in social media. These rising expectations […]
How Huda Beauty Vending Machines Are Revolutionizing On-the-Go Glam
For modern beauty consumers who need to be social media-ready even on the go, the demand for quick and high-quality touch-ups or on-the-spot makeovers has never been higher. What was once perceived as a luxury has now taken a transformative leap to become a necessity. This changing consumer behaviour has paved the way for beauty […]
How Coca-Cola Is Using Smart Vending to Cut Restocking Time by 18%
Founded in 1886, Atlanta based beverage giant Coca-Cola boasting a net worth of $297.90 Billion USD (as on 18 June, 2025), is now a household name, with more than 1.9 billion servings of drinks in 200+ countries, every single day. Known for their commitment to leverage technology to connect deeper with customers while meeting expectations […]
From Vending To Branding – The Future Of Retail Experiences
Considered as mere convenience tools even a decade and a half ago, vending machines are now evolving into dynamic, digital-first brand engagement platforms. These once-passive machines, tucked away in the corners of airports and shopping malls, are now being reimagined through the lens of interactive retail experiences, enabling brands to captivate, connect and convert consumers […]
How Micro-Retail Kiosks Are Disrupting Traditional Retail Spaces in 2025
‘Micro-markets are expected to witness a 28% increase in locations in 2025.’ 2025 isn’t just another year on the retail calendar, it’s a phase where retail grounds are shifting. Across airports, malls, campuses and even festivals and events, micro retail kiosks are seen to have moved from novelty to necessity. Compact, intelligent and agile, these […]
Lancôme Vending Machine – A Masterclass in Experiential and Accessible Luxury Retail
Featuring 6th among the top most valued cosmetic brands in 2025 with a net worth of $6.2 billion (USD) is Lancôme one of finest beauty brands under the L’Oréal umbrella and has long positioned itself at the intersection of luxury and innovation. In recent years, the brand has harnessed the potential of vending kiosks and […]
How To Install A Vending Machine At The Airport – Permits, Placement And Profit
Airports never sleep; nor do the travellers transiting through them. This is exactly what makes airport vending machines a goldmine for brands to gain visibility, extend reach and maximise sales. With high foot traffic, long wait times and limited retail options during off-hours, airports are the perfect grounds for unmanned retail success. In this guide, […]
SK-II Smart Kiosk Know More About Your Skin Than You Do! Here’s Proof
Beauty retail is undergoing seismic shifts driven by technology, with personalised skincare emerging as a key disruptor. SK-II smart beauty kiosk exemplifies this trend since its launch; utilising AI backed advanced skin analysis to provide tailored product recommendations. Since its debut, this AI-driven approach has enhanced customer engagement by offering bespoke experiences, moving beyond the […]