Chico Shigeta Interview: Discussing the New Blend Essential Oil from "SHIGETA" (Part 1)
Chico SHIGETA Interview (Part 1)
Working from Within, From the Mind, From Energy, for Greater Beauty
“Honestly, these oils are incredible!”
SHIGETA's blended essential oils harness the unique characteristics of each plant, blended for various purposes. Made exclusively with organically grown plants, these oils are safe and reassuring. They have become incredibly popular for their ease of integration into daily life. Among them, four new blends, further enhanced last year, are captivating new fans and creating a significant buzz. The power of SHIGETA is truly formidable. What exactly are the points of evolution? We waited for Chico, the founder of SHIGETA, to visit Japan to ask her about it.
Text by Harumi SomeyaPhotos by Emiko Hara
New Blended Oils: Retaining the Strengths of Previous Blends with Added Power
—Should the new blended oils be considered a renewal of the existing oils?
Yes. Pure & Slim has become "Innocent Purity," Perfect Essence has become "Golden Drops," Vital Crown has become "Midnight Luster," and Energy Potion has become "Morning Sparks." These four are essentially replacements.
The reason we considered a renewal in the first place was the emergence of a desire to advance further.—.
Over the past few years, SHIGETA has been used by so many people, and I myself have been surprised by the response, which exceeded my expectations. Around last year, after reaching a certain point, I began to objectively observe this response and felt that the needs of the world were gradually changing.
So, I thought there might be something that better suits the times and perfectly matches everyone's needs. Also, I encountered excellent new ingredients. That's the main reason.
—The previous oils were already of very high quality, and I believe everyone was very satisfied with their effects.
Of course, I have no complaints about the previous versions. They were complete in themselves. Each had a kind of "personality."
—I see. That's why the new products have different names, then.
The previous blends weren't changed internally; rather, they are "new children" that retain the strengths of the previous ones while possessing additional power, so naturally, their names are different.
—Does having a different personality mean that, for example, "Innocent Purity" isn't necessarily superior to Pure & Slim?
Well, to be frank, they are incredible (laughs). They are more powerful.
Pure Blend: Detoxifying Action Significantly Enhanced
It's quite challenging to create something even better without disappointing those who are already using and loving the previous products. People tend to say, "The old one was better" (laughs).
—It's like getting a haircut and being told, "The old style was better" (laughs).
Innocent Purity ¥6,300 (15mL)
Exactly (laughs). So, regarding "Innocent Purity," this is a blend to create a pure self from within the body. Its characteristic is that it promotes circulation by helping to expel excess water from the body.
Similarly, the previous Pure & Slim, when applied to the abdomen and massaged, would expel excess water, resulting in a progressively firmer body. Then you realize, "Wow, my stomach was mostly water!" Because you can visibly see your body changing, your motivation is different. People really put effort into their self-care.
That motivated me to do even more. So this time, I blended oils that further promote detoxification. By increasing the essential oil components that activate detoxification, such as "Rock Rose," "Grapefruit," and "Helichrysum," I completed this Innocent Purity. Please try it. Even just applying it has an effect, so you'll be surprised.
Skincare Blend: Supporting Women Mentally as Well
—"Golden Drops" is a skincare blend that balances the skin's sebum production and moisturizes it, correct?
Golden Drops ¥7,350 (15mL)
Yes, it's an oil for the skin that you'll want to add to your daily routine. At the same time, it's also a mental care oil that protects the mind from negative emotions. That's slightly different from the previous Perfect Essence.
Looking at women these days, I feel that many lack self-confidence. Because they lack confidence, they lose faith in themselves, falling into anxiety or self-loathing, and are constantly worried.
I wondered why, and I felt it might be because their core foundation isn't solid. Because the base is unstable, they wander around seeking something. If that's the case, wouldn't you want to meet that need?
It's the scents, starting with rose, that work on emotions. The first scent you notice is "Spikenard," an essence from a very rare plant found only in the Himalayas at altitudes above 3,000 meters. It possesses incredible vitality, growing even in harsh environments. Because of this, its anti-aging effect on the skin is superb! Its strength also works effectively on the mental level.
In other words, this is a blend that "supports women" both on the skin and mentally. I want them to have confidence, to embrace aging positively, and to affirm their lives. This oil is filled with such hopes of mine.
Chico SHIGETA
Founded "SHIGETA" in Paris, France, in 2004. After years of exploring various well-being practices in France and Japan, she created her unique self-care method, "Vitality Coaching®," with the keyword "bringing out one's true beauty starts with nurturing inner beauty," and engages in awareness activities to convey the importance of self-care. Currently, she is highly regarded as a beauty expert not only by celebrities and artists in Paris but also by VIPs in Japan. She also works as a consultant for major cosmetic companies and as a brand spokesperson.
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