Head & Shoulders: Go naked fight, get a headstart

This case study explains how Head & Shoulders, the haircare brand owned by Procter & Gamble, targeted young people in China with a social video.

Head & Shoulders: Go naked fight, get a headstart

Stephanie Tsui

Campaign details

Brand owner: Procter & GambleLead agency: Saatchi & Saatchi Hong KongBrand: Head & ShouldersCountry: ChinaIndustry: Hair careChannels used: Internet - microsites, Online video, Social mediaMedia budget: Up to 500k

Executive summary

This is a case study about how Head & Shoulders shredded its dated and old-fashioned image to become an inspiration for Chinese youth to embark on a 'naked fight': getting a head start in pursuing their dreams by simply believing in their 'shili'...

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