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IPB University Students Innovate Alcohol-Free Perfume Balm Stick

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • IPB University students developed an alcohol-free, vegan, and eco-friendly perfume balm stick.
  • The product, named Timeless by Six, uses natural ingredients and a higher concentration of essential oils instead of alcohol.
  • The team aims to expand their product line with masculine and unisex scents and collaborate with other beauty brands.

A team of students from the Business School at IPB University has introduced an innovative perfume balm stick. This product is entirely alcohol-free, vegan, and environmentally friendly.

The innovation stems from observations by Nasilatu Tazkiya, an IPB Business School student, and her team, who noted the saturation of the conventional perfume market. They opted for a balm stick format due to its skin-friendly nature and portability. The absence of alcohol makes it a safe option for individuals with sensitive skin, allergies, and even toddlers.

The primary advantage of the perfume, branded Timeless by Six, lies in its use of natural ingredients. Instead of alcohol, the team uses a higher concentration of essential oils to ensure a captivating and long-lasting aroma when applied to pulse points. "We want to meet the specific needs of consumers who have difficulty finding perfume due to sensitive skin or alcohol allergies," Nasilatu stated in an article published on the IPB website on June 19, 2026.

We want to meet the specific needs of consumers who have difficulty finding perfume due to sensitive skin or alcohol allergies.

— Nasilatu TazkiyaExplaining the motivation behind the alcohol-free perfume balm stick.

According to her, the balm stick format allows the fragrance to feel more personal as it blends directly with the skin. The name "Timeless" reflects the hope that each scent variant will create lasting memories for users. One of their signature scents is Wonderland, featuring a fruity aroma. "In the future, we plan to develop masculine and unisex scent variants, as well as open opportunities for collaboration with other beauty brands," she added.

Nasilatu mentioned that support from the Student Entrepreneurship Program (PMW) significantly impacted their packaging and marketing strategies. The team is now focused on developing aesthetic packaging, including accessories like keychains, to enhance the product's value as a lifestyle item.

In the future, we plan to develop masculine and unisex scent variants, as well as open opportunities for collaboration with other beauty brands.

— Nasilatu TazkiyaDiscussing future product development and business expansion plans.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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