Ewe Care Sheep Milk Skincare

An internal and externally collaborative design process was undertaken. Firstly, an initial research phase allowed us to produce work that is not only aesthetically refined, but strategically differentiated and globally benchmarked. A review of comparable markets provided a visual audit and critique of existing beauty cream identities and identification of key visual characteristics where opportunities for differentiation could be explored. Visual and verbal opportunities were found across various and relevant sectors and informed decision making throughout the creative process.

Exploration and development of design concepts for Ewe Care. Innovation was a key, and we kept our creativity grounded in our overall purpose, ensuring our concepts were tactical and meaningful. We carefully explored how the identity will be applied on screen and throughout printed collateral. Appropriate exploration of the design architecture, style and tone approach provided confidence and a clear direction moving forward. Design by Bird also, in collaboration with Ewe Care, began understanding how the fragile product can be packaged and still address the need to minimise waste. The cream holders saw the implementation of sheeps wool being applied in a Raku technique to visually differentiate the vessels and provide a fitting premium aesthetic.

During design and product development, Design by Bird offered experience, knowledge and leadership — pointing the project in the right direction. We provided an honest and authentic approach through product development, design refinement and production of all collateral; digital, motion and print.

Delivering a beautiful, well-rounded design outcome that delivers on this design challenge. The outcome is purposeful and bespoke – providing an authentic and memorable tone & brand story that exceeds expectations. The design aesthetic and story captures the soul of the brand whilst the packaging delivers this promise and becomes a conduit to build awareness of this message. Creating tangible equity.

Visual and verbal storytelling and clarity were paramount in driving the creative direction of this brand. We didn’t want to repeat and create another cookie-cutter skincare brand that is ever so present at the moment. True honesty and authenticity in the messages told.

Collage and handcrafted elements were at the heart of the visual identity. A true Tasmanian sense of environment, tone & colour palette celebrates local provenance; embracing history, landscape and context via their brand narratives, uniquely defined and further enhanced through a descriptive visual language – delivering a holistic brand experience and presence.

Communication throughout printed collateral and the digital space highlight a no waste methodology and although premium in appearance communicates the packaging properties – home compostable and reusable cream holders.

An impactful bi-line “From the Earth, For the Earth” informs the user of the product's origins and goals. The intention is to create a sense of good within the purchaser and make them question the broader skincare industry and amounts of waste globally. A simple intention.

The product “Sheep milk skincare” is new to the market and one of a kind. Born from the intention to reduce further waste in sheep cheese production. Concisely highlights what the product is and differentiates it again from the industry.

Collage elements from the production process and beauty space is a creative device that reinforces the sense of handcrafted. Bespoke process, limited product editions and one of a kind pieces.

Design of packaging has been considered. Sustainability at the forefront. All packaging is 100% home compostable.

The creams, bespoke cream holders and packaging are respectfully made from the earth and can be safely returned to it.

The cream holder packages achieve ‘TUV Austria’ Certification and are made from Organic Waste only.

Ewe Care was created as a solution to a waste problem; there was no intention to create new ones with the packaging.

Ewe Care wants to do better. Positively & actively encourages others to do better by the environment and carry that through every aspect of the brand.

Design by Bird, collaboratively with Ewe Care, designed and sourced sustainable product packaging materials. The cream holder packages achieve ‘TUV Austria’ Certification and are made from Organic Waste only.

All printed collateral uses soy based inks and Recycled & FSC accredited papers. Glues used throughout packaging and seals are also compostable.

The foam insert modules, that safely cradle the cream holders in transit, are also 100% home compostable. It is encouraged in print material to utilise this foam for cream application and to retain moisture when storing the creams in the cream holders.

The cream holders have sheep wool from the farm uniquely burnt to each cream holder. A Raku technique is used to visually differentiate the vessels and provide a fitting premium aesthetic and create desirability; whilst importantly solving another by-product solution.